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Re: Printer Sharing From Vista x64 To XP x86
Right .... think I might have the solution to this.
1) On the x64 box get the printer working using x64 drivers and ensure the printer is shared. Don't worry about adding x86 drivers or anything.
2) On the x86 box. Download and install the printer driver for your printer (ie, the one attached to the x64 box). Only when it asks you to find the printer or select the connection use "FILE:" (ie, output to a file)
3) On the x86 box. Go back in to the printer properties and click on the "Ports" tab. Then click "Add Port ...". Then select "Local Port". In the pop up box type in the machine name and printer share (eg, "\\x64box\printer").
4) Make sure the new local port is ticked and not "FILE:"
5) Bob's your uncle. It should now work without asking for drivers - as you already have the x86 driver installed. |