How can one ensure the print server is properly configured to avoid "add shared printer error 709" for clients?

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How can one ensure the print server is properly configured to avoid "add shared printer error 709" for clients?
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On the print server, ensure: the printer is actively shared with a simple share name; appropriate share and NTFS permissions are set (e.g., 'Everyone' having 'Print' permission for general access); Network Discovery and File and Printer Sharing are enabled in Windows network settings; correct 32-bit and 64-bit print drivers are installed if both types of clients will connect; the Print Spooler service is stable and running; and firewall rules are configured to allow incoming connections for file and printer sharing on the network profile currently in use.