Configuring Printer in Samba

To configure printer in Samba (For CUPS):
1. Install Printer in CUPS and test it.
2. Use following configuration in smb.conf:

In “global” section add following –>

printcap name = cups
lock directory = /var/lock/samba
printing = cups
print command = 
lpq command = %p
lprm command = 

In “shares” –>

[printers]
	comment = All Printers
	path = /var/spool/samba
	guest ok = Yes
	printable = Yes
	browseable = No

[hp_LaserJet_1320]               -------------> You can give any name to share
	comment = hp_LaserJet_1320
	path = /var/spool/samba
	read only = No
	guest ok = Yes
	printable = Yes
	printer name = hp_LaserJet_1320  ----> Use Printer name
	use client driver = Yes          ----> This is very IMP otherwise u can get
	oplocks = No			       Error of access denied in windows.
	share modes = No

And Restart Samba

Enjoy…..