Linux: How to start and stop printer queues

Linux: How to start and stop printer queues

To start or stop a printer queue on a Linux system, you can use the lpadmin command. This command is used to administer printer and class queues provided by the Common Unix Printing System (CUPS).

To start a printer queue, use the -E option to enable the queue, followed by the name of the queue you want to start:

lpadmin -E <queue name>
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For example, to start the printer queue printer1, you would run:

lpadmin -E printer1

To stop a printer queue, use the -X option to disable the queue, followed by the name of the queue you want to stop:

lpadmin -X <queue name>

For example, to stop the printer queue printer1, you would run:

lpadmin -X printer1

Keep in mind that you may need to be root or have superuser privileges in order to start or stop a printer queue.

If you are not familiar with the lpadmin command or the CUPS printing system, you may want to consult the CUPS documentation or a reference guide for more information.

Created Time:2017-10-30 10:17:45  Author:lautturi