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Install Printer with non administrator account

  • August 6, 2014
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Hi to All ,

I would like to allow non admin users to setup printers on their workstation
when i go to system preferences --> Parental Controls there is a possibilty when unckeck 'Limit printer administration' but this feature is not present if i want to create a configuration profile or a managed preference on my JSS(9.3)
Thanks in advance for your help

Vincent

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    SincerelyJoshin
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    I do this via shell script.

    dseditgroup -o edit -n /Local/Default -a everyone -t group lpadmin

    Been using this method since Snow Leopard and tested to Mountain Lion. I am sure there is a better way, but it's always done enough for me.

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    • Vincent11
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    • August 6, 2014

    So easy in fact ... Tested and implemented :)
    Thanks a lot Josh !!

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