Windows 10: Connecting Printer to 2 Ethernet computers !

Hi,
Just upgraded 2 computers in the home. Replaced the hard drives and reinstalled Windows 10 Pro on both. I have a Brothers MFC-L2680W that I used wireless on my wifes pc. After the upgrade I have 2 separate Ethernet cables out of the Router to the Desktops (Needed faster speed for my wifes). I have tried to connect the printer to be shared by each but cannot seem to get it done correctly. Maybe it's not possible since I'm using Ethernet on both? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Many Thanks

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Connecting computer with no internet connection to network printer


@dk1971

1. Open Admin command and type: ipconfig
   
   
   
2. Win+X->Control Panel->Netwok and Sharing Center
   Follow the screen shot. This should disable internet access from this PC but allows access to local device(s)
   NOTE: Use the IP & Subnet Mask from step 1. Leave Default gateway & DNS Server blank
   
   
   

 

Printer recognition

If you have Windows 10, you should have asked your question in the Windows 10 section rather than Windows 7.

I'll move this thread there.

Here are some step by step instructions for adding a printer in Windows 10.

How to Add a Wireless or Network Printer in Windows 10

If you need further assistance, please answer the questions:

1. What is the specific model of your Dell printer?

• What is the 7-character Service Tag of your Dell printer. Please see
  http://www.dell.com/support/contents/Videos/VideoPlayer/5xdm54MTE6UOiuWgGYo0bva_GV6td53x

2. How is the printer connected and to what device is the printer connected? For example:

• Is the printer connected by USB cable to your desktop computer?
• Is the printer connected by USB cable to another computer?
• Is the printer connected by an Ethernet cable to a router?
• Is the printer connected by wifi to a router?
  • If the printer is connected by Ethernet or wifi to a router, what is the make and model of the router as shown on the label on the back or bottom of that device?
• Is the printer connected by wifi directly to your desktop computer?

 

connecting laptop to Office jet G55 printer

Hi Luisa,

To help you with your concern regarding the printer, let me suggest you to contact the manufacturer for the steps on how to connect your printer to your computer. Please follow the steps on how to contact the manufacturer:

• The name of the OEM + “contact information”
• The name of the OEM + “PC support”

Regards.