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Do you have an old USB printer lying around that still works perfectly but isn’t wireless? Instead of spending money on a brand-new Wi-Fi printer, you can give your existing one a second life using a Raspberry Pi.
In this project, I’ll walk you through setting up a Raspberry Pi as a wireless print server using CUPS (Common UNIX Printing System). Once it’s configured, any device on your home network — laptops, desktops, phones, or tablets — will be able to send print jobs wirelessly to your old printer.
This project is simple, low-cost, and a great way to repurpose hardware you already own.
What You’ll Learn
- How to set up a Raspberry Pi as a print server- Installing and configuring CUPS on Raspberry Pi- Connecting a wired USB printer to your Pi and sharing it over Wi-Fi- Printing wirelessly from multiple operating systems
What You’ll Need
- Raspberry Pi- Wired USB printer- microSD card- Wi-Fi connection
Complete instructions in this video:
Add your printer, enable sharing, and your USB printer is now available wirelessly across your network. You can print from laptops, phones, tablets, and any OS that supports network printing.
Why This Project?
This project is perfect for anyone who:- Wants to avoid buying a new printer- Loves repurposing hardware with Raspberry Pi- Wants a DIY wireless print server for home or office
It’s an easy weekend project that makes your printer far more useful and saves money.
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