How to Fix Windows Cannot Connect to the Printer Error or The Windows Print Error i e 0x0000011b
Struggling with the Windows Cannot Connect to Printer Error (0x0000011b)? In this step-by-step tutorial, Kate shows you how to easily fix the printer connection error on your Windows PC. Whether you're sharing a printer over a network or facing print spooler issues, this guide walks you through registry edits and troubleshooting tips to resolve the problem quickly. Follow along to fix printer errors, update drivers, and get your printing back on track!
✅ Steps covered: Registry Editor fix, setting RPC_AUTH_LOCAL_PRIVACY_ENABLED, restarting host and client PCs, adding network printer manually, updating printer drivers.
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Chapter Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
Hi everyone, Kate here! Learn how to fix the Windows cannot connect to printer error 0x0000011b.
00:20 - Cause of the Error
Why this printer connection error happens on shared network printers.
00:40 - Open Registry Editor
Press Windows + R, type REGEDIT, and open Registry Editor with admin rights.
01:00 - Navigate to Registry Path
Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SYSTEM CURRENT_CONTROL_SET CONTROL PRINT.
01:20 - Create New DWORD Value
Right-click New DWORD (32-bit) Value, name it RPC_AUTH_LOCAL_PRIVACY_ENABLED.
01:40 - Set DWORD Value to 0
Double click the new DWORD and set its value data to 0, then click OK.
02:00 - Restart Host PC
Restart the host PC where the printer is shared from.
02:20 - Add Printer on Client PC
Open Control Panel Devices and Printers Add a printer.
02:40 - Use TCP/IP Address to Connect
Enter the host PC's IP address to manually add the network printer.
03:00 - Update Printer Drivers
Update printer drivers on both host and client PCs for best results.
03:20 - Conclusion
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