Use this table to find the tasks you need to set up printers using Solaris Print Manager.
Table 1-3 Task Map: Setting Up Printing
Task |
Description |
For Instructions, Go To |
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Determine Which Print Tool to Use For Setting Up Printers |
There are several printer tools available for settting up printers in the Solaris network environment. | |
Install an Attached Printer |
Using Solaris Print Manager After physically attaching the printer to a system, use Solaris Print Manager to install a local printer and make it available for printing. |
"How to Install an Attached Printer With Solaris Print Manager" |
Install a Network Printer |
Using Solaris Print Manager After physically connecting the printer to the network, use Solaris Print Manager to install the network printer. |
"How to Install a Network Printer With Solaris Print Manager" |
Add Access to a Printer |
Using Solaris Print Manager Add printer access on a print client using Solaris Print Manager. | |
Set Up a .printers File |
Optional. Using a $HOME/.printers file enables users to establish their own custom printer aliases. | |
Disable or Enable Printing Banner Pages |
Optional. Using Solaris Print Manager Determine whether users can turn off the banner page. | |
Set Up Printer Fault Notification |
Optional. Using Solaris Print Manager Set up printer fault notification. | |
Limit User Access to the Printer |
Optional. By default, all users have access to a printer. To limit a few users' access to the printer, you may want to set up a deny list. |
See System Administration Guide, Volume II |
Delete a Printer |
Optional. Using Solaris Print Manager Use the Delete Printer option from the Printer menu to delete a printer. |