How can I configure a Linksys EA4500 + usb printer for network printing (without connect cloud)

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Published on 2012-09-08T00:01:20Z Indexed on 2012/09/08 3:39 UTC
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The documentation and classic firmware (2.0.37) for Cisco's Linksys EA4500 is a bit sparse on setup details.

It says I can connect a USB-printer, but then goes on to try to sell "Connect Cloud" remote management software. I don't want that. I just want to know how to set this up with the existing advanced firmware.

Is it possible?

AFAIK, to setup a IPP or LDP printer, there is usually some kind of queue configuration on the server (i.e. the ea4500 in this case), but I can't find it in the firmware. I also have been unable to find any existing protocols from win7 or mac osx. (windows network share, IPP/LDP etc.)

I'm curious if I need to have the "Storage" accounts active and connect to my router either via the local IP or router name.

There's a lot of unknowns here; it would help to know how this particular router actually works.

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