How to Add Bluetooth Connectivity to Your USB Printer Easily

Update: December 28, 2024
By Han
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Zebra Label Printer with LY-CPS-WB07 Bluetooth Print Server

Most traditional USB printers lack built-in Bluetooth functionality, making wireless printing impossible. This limitation creates challenges, especially for users who find wired connections inconvenient or want more flexible wireless printing options without the cost of purchasing a new printer.

With simple and cost-effective solutions like Bluetooth print servers, you can upgrade your USB printer for secure, hassle-free wireless printing without needing a network connection.

I used to struggle with messy cables and the inconvenience of moving my devices near the printer. When I explored Bluetooth printing, I realized its benefits over WiFi printing—it doesn’t rely on a network, offering better security and privacy for sensitive files.

Bluetooth print servers provide a simple and cost-effective way to enable wireless printing on USB printers. True

These devices upgrade USB printers for wireless use without requiring a network connection.

Using Bluetooth print servers is more expensive than replacing a USB printer with a wireless model. False

Print servers are cost-effective compared to buying a new wireless printer.

How Can You Enable Bluetooth Functionality for USB Printers?

Have you ever struggled to share a USB printer across multiple devices? For small offices or homes, converting a USB printer to Bluetooth can simplify printing while ensuring stability. Let me walk you through the most effective solution.

Why Use a Bluetooth Print Server?

A Bluetooth print server, such as the LY-MPS-WB07, connects to your USB printer via its USB port and transmits print jobs wirelessly using Bluetooth technology. From my experience, this solution works best for anyone looking to simplify their workspace and eliminate the need for messy cables.

Key benefits of Bluetooth print servers include:

  • Wireless Printing: Share your printer with multiple devices without a direct USB connection.
  • High Stability: Ensures smooth, reliable printing, even in small office environments.
  • Easy Setup: Simple installation and configuration make it accessible for all users.
  • Versatile File Printing:Supports printing of files in image, PDF, PPT, Excel, and Word formats.
  • High Compatibility:Compatible with over 99.5% of printer models on the market, including inkjet, laser, label/barcode, dot matrix, thermal/receipt, and MFP printers.
  • Computer and Smartphone Print Sharing:Works with Windows 2000/2003/XP/Vista/7/8/10/11, MAC OS (MAC OS discovers printers automatically), LINUX systems. Easily share and print files from Android and Harmony OS devices via third-party prepaid apps.

Our print server was specifically tested during the R&D phase using ZEBRA printers (without Ethernet, WiFi, or Bluetooth functionality). When connected to our print server, both Bluetooth printing and LAN printing were tested successfully, ensuring 100% compatibility with ZEBRA printers.

How to Setup a Bluetooth Print Server

Setup a Bluetooth Print Server on Windows

Setting up a Bluetooth print server on your Windows or Mac computer is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to connect your USB printer wirelessly using a Bluetooth print server.

  • Required Equipment: A computer (with Bluetooth functionality), a Bluetooth print server (e.g., LY-MPS-WB07-NC) and a USB printer.
  • Steps:
    1. Connect Your Computer to the Bluetooth Print Server
      • Turn on your computer’s Bluetooth and pair it with the Bluetooth print server (e.g., WB123456).
    2. Find the Bluetooth Print Server’s Port Number
      • After pairing, check the print server’s port number by going to Control Panel > Devices and Printers.
      • Right-click on the print server, select Properties, and look for the port number (e.g., COM3) under the Services or Ports tab.
    3. Set the Printer’s Port Number
      • Go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers.
      • Right-click on your printer and select Printer Properties.
      • Under the Ports tab, select the port number(e.g., COM3) that matches your Bluetooth print server .
    4. Print a Test Page
      • Once the port is correctly configured, print a test page to ensure the setup is successful.
    Important Notes For detailed setup instructions, please refer to the video guide or contact us.

Setup a Bluetooth Print Server on Smartphone

Using a Bluetooth print server to connect your USB printer to a smartphone is a convenient way to enable wireless printing. Follow these steps to set it up efficiently.

  • Required Equipment:
    • A smartphone (Android or iOS, with Bluetooth functionality).
    • A Bluetooth print server (e.g., LY-MPS-WB07-NC).
    • A USB printer.
    • Download and install a printing app, such as PrinterShare, from the App Store or Google Play.
  • Step:
    1. Turn on Bluetooth and Connect to the Print Server
      • Open the Bluetooth settings on your smartphone.
      • Search for available devices, locate the Bluetooth print server (e.g., WB123456), and pair with it.
    2. Configure the Printer in the PrinterShare App
      • Open the PrinterShare App on your smartphone.
      • Select Nearby Bluetooth, locate the paired Bluetooth print server, and then choose your connected USB printer from the list.
    3. Start Printing
      • Once the setup is complete, test the connection by printing a sample document or image directly from the app.

Important Notes

For detailed setup instructions, please refer to the video guide or contact us.

FAQs

Q1: Why is my Bluetooth printer not detected by my device?

From my experience, this usually happens when the Bluetooth adapter isn’t properly connected. I recommend double-checking if it’s securely plugged in. If that doesn’t work, I would unpair and re-pair the device or check if the right driver is installed—this has solved the issue for me in the past.

Q2: Why can’t I print even though the printer is connected?

Whenever I’ve run into this, it’s often due to a driver issue. I recommend checking if the correct printer driver is installed on your device, as that usually resolves the problem.

Additionally, I’ve found that the printer’s port might not match the Bluetooth print server’s port. To fix this, I’d check the printer’s port settings and ensure they align with the server’s (e.g., COM3). Double-checking the Bluetooth connection status also helps.

Conclusion

Upgrading a USB printer with Bluetooth functionality is simple and cost-effective. Using a Bluetooth print server like the LY-MPS-WB07-NC, you can enjoy wireless printing without replacing your existing printer. With proper setup, it ensures stable connections and compatibility with multiple devices for home or office use.

Take the first step toward wireless printing today! Follow our guide or contact our technical support team for expert assistance.

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Han
Han is a Operations and Marketing Specialist at LOYALTY-SECU. 
With extensive expertise in wireless printing technology, cloud solutions, innovative product development, and Bluetooth module integration, I am dedicated to sharing company insights and industry knowledge to deliver unmatched value to our audience.

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