Can’t Install Printer — Do Not Have Permission

Recently, new subscriber Suzanne wrote to ask about her problem installing her printer to her new notebook computer:

I just bought a new Notebook Computer ,.Gateway with Windows Vista Home Premium .I can not seem to get my printer networked.

Using a Lexmark X6570 All In One Printer, its new also. .I had my Compaq Notebook networked with it and it was easy..

When I click Add Printer it says I do not have permission to do this!? I am the only one using the computer and the home network, always have been. I am set as Administrator . I use Linksys Router .
Suzanne

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