can't find network printer in my office

[yanbianfan]

I am running Intrepid on my laptop at work. I'm connected to a wireless network in which the main computer in the office is sharing an hp laserjet 1020 plus. I've tried to add this printer using "Windows Printer via Samba" under the new printer configuration menu. It won't find the printer. I can ping the computer that the printer is on, but this printer wizard won't find it. I'd appreciate any help.
Thanks

[stchman]

I am running Intrepid on my laptop at work. I'm connected to a wireless network in which the main computer in the office is sharing an hp laserjet 1020 plus. I've tried to add this printer using "Windows Printer via Samba" under the new printer configuration menu. It won't find the printer. I can ping the computer that the printer is on, but this printer wizard won't find it. I'd appreciate any help.
Thanks

How is the printer hooked up in your office?

Is it attached to a Windows machine? Is it attached to a print server?

[yanbianfan]

It's attached to a windows machine

[superprash2003]

try this http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1076545

[MrWES]

Or try configuring with the CUPS GUI:

http://localhost:631

When you add the printer, Ubuntu should see it from there.

Bill

[yanbianfan]

try this http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1076545
Thanks so much. Connecting directly with the IP address of the windows computer worked perfectly!! thanks