0x00000bcb Error Adding Network Printer Share Windows

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If you tried to add a network printer by double-clicking the share name \\server\PrinterShareName and received the 0x00000bcb error, it’s likely caused by Windows security updates and strict settings…

To resolve the issue, add the following DWORD value on the affected PC (not the server):

Registry Path:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Printers\PointAndPrint

DWORD Name:
RestrictDriverInstallationToAdministrators

Value:
0

If the registry keys Printers or PointAndPrint do not exist, you can create them manually before adding the DWORD.

You can delete it after adding the printer