Raspberry Pi Printer Server

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[@evertspies3345]

Without any code it is just a brag video.

[@ingloriouspancake7529]

Setting up a Raspberry Pi Zero W as a print server involves a similar process to setting up any Raspberry Pi model, but with some considerations due to the Pi Zero W's more limited hardware capabilities and its specific connectivity options. Here's how you can set up your Raspberry Pi Zero W as a print server for a USB printer using CUPS: What You'll Need: Raspberry Pi Zero W MicroSD card with Raspberry Pi OS Lite installed (Lite version is recommended due to the Pi Zero's lower processing power) Power supply for the Raspberry Pi Zero W USB printer Micro USB to USB adapter or hub (since the Pi Zero W has a micro USB port, you'll need an adapter to connect standard USB devices like a printer) Internet connection (the Pi Zero W has built-in Wi-Fi) Another computer to access the Raspberry Pi Zero W over the network Setup Steps: Step 1: Prepare Raspberry Pi OS Flash Raspberry Pi OS Lite onto the MicroSD card using software like Raspberry Pi Imager or balenaEtcher. Enable SSH by placing a file named ssh (without any extension) onto the boot partition of the MicroSD card to allow remote access. Set up Wi-Fi by creating a wpa_supplicant.conf file in the same boot partition with the following content: plaintext Copy code country=YOUR_COUNTRY_CODE ctrl_interface=DIR=/var/run/wpa_supplicant GROUP=netdev update_config=1 network={ ssid="YOUR_WIFI_SSID" psk="YOUR_WIFI_PASSWORD" } Replace YOUR_COUNTRY_CODE, YOUR_WIFI_SSID, and YOUR_WIFI_PASSWORD with your actual country code, Wi-Fi SSID, and password. Insert the MicroSD card into the Pi Zero W, connect the printer via the USB adapter, and power up the Pi Zero W. Step 2: SSH into Your Raspberry Pi Zero W From another computer on the same network, use an SSH client to connect to the Pi Zero W. The default hostname is raspberrypi.local (unless you have multiple Pis on the same network): shell Copy code ssh [e-mail] The default password is raspberry. Step 3: Install CUPS and Configure Print Server Follow the same steps as outlined for a standard Raspberry Pi setup: Update the system: shell Copy code sudo apt update sudo apt full-upgrade sudo reboot Install CUPS: shell Copy code sudo apt install cups Add your user (pi by default) to the lpadmin group: shell Copy code sudo usermod -a -G lpadmin pi Enable remote access to the CUPS web interface and restart CUPS as previously described. Step 4: Access the CUPS Web Interface and Add Your Printer On a computer in the same network, open a web browser and go to raspberrypi.local:631 (or use the Pi Zero W's IP address if raspberrypi.local doesn't work). Follow the steps to add your printer as described for a standard Raspberry Pi. Considerations for Raspberry Pi Zero W Performance: The Pi Zero W is less powerful than other Raspberry Pi models, so while it's suitable for light and occasional printing tasks, it may struggle with heavy use or complex print jobs. Connectivity: With only one micro USB port available for peripherals, you may need a USB hub to connect multiple devices (e.g., both a printer and a USB drive). Power Supply: Ensure your power supply is adequate for the Pi Zero W and any connected USB devices to avoid power-related issues. By following these steps, you should be able to set up your Raspberry Pi Zero W as a print server, enabling you to share a USB printer across your network.

[@jadeoasis]

thanks for your educational video! it would be great to show the process of programing the Raspberry Pi as Ashish mentioned . btw, how many printers can be used with this single printer server? ( of course if only one of them is active ) can you also scan wirelessly with this printer server? Thanks for considering my request ! best of luck with other projects!

[@suoyidl2654]

Look fo SANE

[@curiousroos]

Good video, please share the programming on the pie towards windows or mac computers... i bet all people here want to know as well

[@janmatejko1838]

How does it behave if power went down? Does Rasberry run programs like it never happened or i have to configure it again?

[@telecaster-freechannel9405]

Is it still running ok to this day? I've seen people complaining about RPI Zeroes getting gradually slower as print servers on Reddit

[@shaunpaulwallace]

Ingenious 👍🏻 🙏 Thank you. 🇬🇧

[@ashish5563]

Can you share the procedure to configure the pi

[@ashish5563]

Because that's what is actually needed for this

[@syaduinotech3681]

Agree

[@kh0lis]

Hp printer is relatively easy to setup on arm platform since they provide opensource hplip drivers. I have problem with Brother Printer where only x86 driver available. Any clue? Thanks

[@-blackcat-4749]

This is a dull exploit. Nothing 📔 surprising

[@mr_harshitkumar]

Can we use this pi print server in our hp laserjet pro m1136 MFP... Please reply

[@anbukkaninavilan]

yes you can . i used this

[@miiichael0815]

it is good if the power is simply disconnected and the Raspi is not shut down properly? or is the printer on 24/7?

[@AA_BRIAN]

you didn't provice any details to replicate this.. wow .. what a waste

[@omarmahmoud9073]

How did you configure the printer?