Can't print as unpriviledged user

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Robert S

I've just installed my Epson C61 inkjet printer. I chose the "install print
driver only" option. If I am logged in as an Administrator everything
prints fine, but if I log in as an unpriviledged user, I get the "printing"
dialog, but nothing happens. The job does not show up when I click on the
printer icon in the Control Panel. I am printing to a print server on my
network.

I have the same problem if I install the entire printing software package.

Is this a permissions problem?
 
Hi Robert,

Yes it's a permissions problem. Add the print privilege for that user (or
group) to the %windir%\system32\spool folder.

Pro only:
How to disable simplified sharing and set permissions on a shared folder in
Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=307874

Both Home and Pro:
HOW TO: Set, View, Change, or Remove File and Folder Permissions in Windows
XP
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=308418

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers, aka "Nutcase" - Microsoft MVP

Windows help - www.rickrogers.org
 
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