1. A. Driver are current on both computers.
   b. Printer is physically connected to Lpt 1 on desktop computer.
   C. Printer is installed on network.

2. Printer is connected to a parallel port on desktop, desktop computer is
    connected to wireless router.

3. Yes, proper IP is entered ping is ok.

4. 5.make and model of printer hpdeskjet 672c  Parallel port connection.

6. Printer works fine on desktop.

7. driver are updated, windows sees printer.

8.  typing shared name, same name on both computers.

Thanks,,

Greg

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