Using the NET USE command

If you are running Windows XP/Server 2003/2000/NT and using NetBIOS to connect to the printer, we recommend that you use the NET USE command, as follows:

1.Right-click the My Network Places icon and then select

Properties.

2.Right-click the Local Area Connections icon and then select

Properties.

3.Check that Client for Microsoft Networks is in the Components list. If necessary, click Install to install it.

4.Run the command prompt and then enter the following command.

NET USE printer port: \\NetBIOS name of print server\Device name of print server

Selecting the port

1.Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.

2.Right-click the printer icon and then select Properties.

3.Click the Ports tab and then select the port you have set using the NET USE command.

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Installing the Printer Driver

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