# How do I set an IP printer as the default printer for all the users of a client computer in my network?

Last Updated On: 17 Sep 2026

## Description

This document provides you with steps required to set an IP printer as the default printer for all the users of a client computer in your network.

## Steps

To set an IP printer as the default printer for all the users of a client computer in your network, follow the steps given below:

> **Note:** You are required to download the script [setasdefault.txt](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/setasdefault.txt) and save it in your computer. Rename it to `setasdefault.bat`.

1. Click the **Configurations** tab.
2. Click **Configuration**.
3. In the **User Configurations** section, select **Custom Script**.
4. Enter a name and description for the configuration.
5. In the **Custom Script Configuration** section, select **Create**.
6. Click **Local**.
7. Click **Choose File**.
8. Select `setasdefault.bat`.
9. In the **Script Arguments** field, enter the name of the IP printer that you want to set as the default printer.
10. Set the execution settings.
11. Choose a target.

    > **Note:** Choose all the users in the client computer for which you want to set the IP printer as the default printer.

12. Configure the execution settings as required.
13. Click **Deploy**.

You have set an IP printer as the default printer for all the users of a client computer in your network. The settings will reflect in the client computers during the agent's 90-minute refresh cycle, during startup or during logon—whichever takes place earlier.