Printing system values: Default printer

Sets the default printer for the system. (QPRTDEV)

Default printer, also known as QPRTDEV, is a member of the printing category of i5/OS™ system values. You can use this system value to specify the default printer for the system. To learn more, keep reading.

Quick reference
Location In iSeries™ Navigator, select your system, > Configuration and Service > System Values > Printing > General
Special authority All object (*ALLOBJ) and security administrator (*SECADM)
Default value PRT01
Changes take effect Immediately
Lockable No

What can I do with this system value?

You may specify the default printer for the system.

Where can I get more information about this system value?

To learn more, go to the printing system values overview topic. If you are looking for a specific system value or category of system values, try using the i5/OS system value finder.

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System values: Printing overview
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