How to connect network shared printers

Step-by-Step Instruction: Connect a Shared Printer Over Network (Generalized)

Scenario:

• Printer Name (shared on server): PRINTER_SHARE_NAME

• Server IP: SERVER_IP_ADDRESS

• Local Administrator Account on Server: SERVER_ADMIN_USERNAME

• Password: SERVER_ADMIN_PASSWORD

• Client PC: Standalone / Workgroup

Step 1: Clear any existing network connections

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator on the client PC.

2. Run the following command to remove any existing network connections:

Step 2: Store server credentials

1. Run the following command to save the admin credentials for the server:

Step 3: Create a network connection to the shared printer

1. Run this command to connect to the printer share:

Note: If the printer share name contains spaces, enclose it in quotes:

Step 4: Install the printer on the client PC

1. Run this command to add the shared printer to the client system:

Step 5: Verify installation

1. Open Control Panel → Devices and Printers on the client PC.

2. The printer PRINTER_SHARE_NAME should appear in the list.

3. Test by printing a test page to ensure it works correctly.