AboutKevin Watkins Expertise I can answer questions about all versions of windows from 98 to XP. Spy ware and virus removal and other security risks. I can also answer networking questions.
Experience I am a network engineer and computer technician working for a consulting company in my area. I have been working with computers in one form or another since 1990 and have an associates degree in networking engineering
Question I am running a peer to peer network here at my fire station - we have a linksys router with a hub also. I understand on how to install a network printer that is installed on a computer and set for sharing. We just bought a high end laser printer that I would like to share with all computers but not have connected to a computer but instead connected to our hub or router.
I assume this is possible because we currently have a copier in this room connected to the hub and we print to that. I assume I would have to find out the IP address of the printer. Can you provide any direction on me accomplishing this?
Answer If the printer has a network port all you need is a network cable then follow the directions that came with the printer to assign it an IP address and then configure it on all the computers.
If the printer does not have a network port you will need to purchase a Print Server (probably USB) You can purchase these for about $70 at Best Buy or any other related store. Then follow the directions that come with the printer server. It should come with a CD that makes it easy.
