I will also jump in. I personally use net use lpt1 /d net use lpt1 \\server\printer /p:n Top line disconnects lpt1 from anything it may be connected to for good measure. Second line connects to printer but without persistence. Ray at home (sick!) >-----Original Message----- >From: windows2000-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx > > >to jump in... > >If the workstation needs this to be there consistently, try >dropping the = >command in to the person's login script or even as a small bat >file and = >drop it in their startup folder. I have found in the past things can = >drop off sometimes. =20 > >you may need to make it "net use lpt1: >\\workstation\HPOfficeJet /y" in = >the script. > > >Greg > ================================== To Unsubscribe, set digest or vacation mode or view archives use the below link. http://thethin.net/win2000list.cfm