
Under Share name, select a shared name to identify the printer. Printer Properties, and then select the Sharing tab. Right-click the printer you want to share.From the Control Panel, open Devices and.Because Security settings override Share permissions, it is possible for people on the Permissions list to be denied access to the share because they either are not specified or are denied specifically in the Security list.įAT32 does not provide the same level of security as NTFS if you're using FAT32, you will not see the Security tab. Security tab to ensure that they are properly set to allow access to the share.


If you would like to grant access to particular groups or individuals, click Permissions to add the appropriate groups or usernames.In the appropriate fields, type the name of the share (as it appears to other computers), the maximum number of simultaneous users, and any comments that should appear beside it.Right-click the folder or drive you want to share.Once File and Printer Sharing is installed, to share a folder or drive: If the component is available, make sure it is checked.If a dialog window appears telling you to restart your computer, do so. Select File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft.In the area below "This connection uses the following items:", look for File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks.Right-click the local connection icon and select.

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