networking printers

[shopbruin]

i can't seem to figure this out...

i have a network set up so that we share the DSL line but i want to set it up so that my printer can be used without having to always go "can you turn on your computer and print this for me?" *hands disk*

i have win2k and an epson printer. router is by netgear (although i know that doesn't matter..)

 

[skyking]

See if your specific model of printer is supported in a printserver. That will make the printer an always on, always accessible network device.
You can either get a router with built in printserver, or get a standalone printserver.

 

[tboneuls]

A long as the printer is connected to a machine that will be on when you need to print, you could share the printer in windows. Otherwise go with a dedicated printserver.

 

[EglsFly]

If you don't want to leave the PC on all the time, then you can get a print server box.
I purchased the following and it seems to work fine.
Linksys EFSP42 Switched 2-Port Print Server

Other styles from Linksys:
Linksys Wired Print Servers