How can a printer be listed in the Active Directory?

When you share a printer you have the option to list it in the Active Directory which will enable users to search for it and find printers nearest to their location.

John Savill

January 15, 2000

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A. A. When you share a printer you have the option to list it in the Active Directory which will enable users to search for it and find printers nearest to their location.

To share a printer in the Active Directory perform the following:

  1. Right click on the printer you wish to list in the Active Directory and select Properties

  2. Select the 'Sharing' tab

  3. Check the 'List in the Directory' box
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  4. You can also select the General tab and enter details of location for the printer

  5. Click Apply then OK

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