How to Add a Serial Printer to a Network (6 Steps)

Insert one end of the serial cable into the serial port of the computer and the other end into the printer.
Click 'Start,' then 'Devices and Printers' and click 'Add a printer.' The Add Printer wizard will start.
Follow the instructions from the Add Printer wizard to install the serial printer. For example, select the printer model and manufacturer on the 'Install the printer driver' page. Click the 'Finish' button when the wizard completes the installation.



Click 'Start,' then 'Device and Printers.'
Right-click on the serial printer you just installed on the computer, then select 'Printer properties' from the pop-up list. The Printer Properties window will open.
Click the 'Sharing' tab, then click the check box next to 'Share this Printer' and click 'OK.' All computers on the network will now be able to use the printer.