Learning how to deploy Universal Print

Before we start, make sure that your environment uses Microsoft Entra ID – either fully cloud-managed or hybrid identity with Microsoft Entra ID. Make sure the Windows 10 or later domain-joined devices box has been ticked. You can find information about how to set up Entra ID join and Hybrid Entra ID join in Chapter 13, Identity and Security Management.

Also, make sure your users and administrators have an eligible Universal Print license assigned in your Entra ID tenant.

See the following screenshot to see how you can change your Entra ID Connect configuration to Hybrid Entra ID join during the setup flow:

Figure 15.11: Entra ID Connect – enable Hybrid Entra ID join

Now, let’s look at what rights you need to configure and maintain Universal Print.

Printer management – custom roles

Universal Print integrates with Microsoft Entra ID. Using Entra ID, you can designate limited privilege administrators...