I have an old Brother laser printer that’s been doing fine and doesn’t need to be replaced, but it only supports USB. Is there a device besides an old computer/laptop that would make it a shared wireless printer that supports windows machines well? I’m pretty sure i could come up with something myself, but i would prefer an off-the-shelf solution that handles updates and bugs without needing any attention from me.

Edit: Raspberry Pi 5 ordered!

  • @[email protected]
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    fedilink
    55 months ago

    Many modern routers have this exact capability - to take a USB-only printer and serve it up over the network. Even some ISP modem/router combo units are set up to do this. Check to see if your router has any USB ports on the back.

    • @BrkdncrOP
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      15 months ago

      Router and printer are in different locations.

      • @[email protected]
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        fedilink
        45 months ago

        You or someone may have an old router with usb in a closet somewhere. Many routers have repeater capability.