How to use Microsoft Print to PDF on windows Server 2012 r2

_{Tuesday, July 12, 2016 3:20 PM}

Hi,

I tried uploading the drivers from Windows10 and using the Have a disc option while installing a new File to Print port printer, but it gives an error saying "Cannot install the driver - The system cannot find the specified file".

The server is used for Remote Desktop Host

Thanks!

_{Wednesday, July 13, 2016 7:22 AM ✅Answered}

Hi,

Thanks for your post.

According to my research, you can use built in "Microsoft Print to PDF" option in Windows 10 but cannot in Windows Server 2012.

I think you may need some third-party PDF printer software.

Best Regards,

Alvin Wang

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_{Friday, July 15, 2016 3:45 PM | 1 vote}

In previous operating systems, it has not been possible to use the Type 4 print drivers from a newer operating system on an older one.

I'll give it a try next week but it's not a supported configuration and never part of the design.

Alan Morris formerly with Windows Printing Team