Nerdio and ezeep for AVD & Windows 365 Printing
By Guest Author on March 18, 2026
Last updated on April 7, 2026

As organizations shift to cloud-first strategies, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Windows 365 simplify how users access work. However, printing often remains a persistent challenge in these virtual desktop deployments. The combined power of Nerdio and ezeep cloud printing offers a modern solution to this problem.
This powerful duo eliminates print server problems, driver issues, and complex setups, ensuring easy and reliable printing within your cloud desktop environment. You can achieve driverless printing and central management, making printing the boring part of your day.

The Printing Problem in AVD & Windows 365
Anyone deploying AVD or Windows 365 knows printing can become a major support burden. These environments often face issues like complex printer mapping, reliance on legacy print servers, driver compatibility problems, poor user experience with redirected printers, and increased helpdesk tickets.
Traditional approaches require maintaining infrastructure that goes against the goal of moving to the cloud, which is simplicity and scalability.
ezeep Cloud Printing: A Modern Approach
ezeep cloud printing removes the need for print servers and complicated driver management. It provides a fully cloud-managed print experience.
With ezeep, organizations benefit from:
- Driverless printing across all devices and locations, so you never install another driver.
- Centralized management via a web-based admin console, allowing you to manage every printer from one dashboard.
- Secure print workflows, including pull printing, to keep documents in the right hands with controlled release.
- A consistent user experience inside virtual desktops.
The ezeep Print App allows users within AVD and Windows 365 to easily discover and print to available printers without traditional mapping complexities.
Nerdio: Simplifying AVD & Windows 365 Deployment
Nerdio Manager for Enterprise (NME) simplifies the deployment and management of AVD and Windows 365 environments. It removes much of the operational complexity.
Nerdio provides:
- Automated provisioning and scaling
- Cost optimization tools
- Simplified image and host pool management
- Powerful scripting and automation capabilities
For IT teams, Nerdio transforms a typically complex deployment into a simplified, repeatable process.
Better Together: How Nerdio and ezeep Integrate
Nerdio and ezeep work together to provide easy print management. The ezeep Print App can be deployed directly to cloud desktops via Nerdio Manager for Enterprise using scripted actions.
This integration means:
- No manual installation is required.
- Consistent deployment across all sessions and users.
- Rapid rollout in new or existing environments.
IT admins can integrate modern cloud printing into their AVD or Windows 365 environments with a few clicks, without adding infrastructure or complexity.
How Nerdio and ezeep Solve Real-World Printing Pain Points
By combining Nerdio and ezeep, organizations can overcome common printing challenges in cloud desktop environments.
1. No More Print Servers
ezeep removes the need for on-premises or VM-based print servers, aligning with cloud-native strategies. This means fewer moving parts and fewer tickets.
2. No Driver Headaches
Driverless printing handles compatibility issues across multi-session hosts and Windows 365 desktops. Cloud rendering ensures the printer just works regardless of the device or OS.
3. Simplified User Experience
Users can print easily, regardless of location or device, with a consistent interface inside their virtual desktop.
4. Reduced Support Tickets
Fewer moving parts mean fewer things to break, significantly lowering helpdesk involvement.
5. Faster Deployments
Nerdio's automation combined with scripted deployment of ezeep ensures environments are ready faster, with printing included from day one.
A Modern Blueprint for Cloud Desktop Success
Organizations adopting AVD and Windows 365 seek tools that reduce complexity. They do not want new layers of management.
By using:
- Nerdio Manager for Enterprise for simplified deployment and operations
- ezeep Cloud Printing for modern, serverless printing
IT teams can deliver a cloud-native desktop experience that works reliably.
Built on ThinPrint technology, trusted by Fortune 500 organizations, ezeep handles millions of pages daily in production environments.
Final Thoughts
Printing does not have to be the weak link in your cloud desktop strategy. With Nerdio and ezeep, organizations can eliminate legacy printing challenges and accelerate their AVD and Windows 365 deployments. The result is a cleaner architecture, happier users, and IT teams that spend less time troubleshooting and more time delivering value.
Modernize your cloud desktop printing. Combining Nerdio and ezeep is a simple upgrade with significant impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
What common printing problems occur with Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365?
Common printing issues in AVD and Windows 365 include complex printer mapping, reliance on old print servers, driver problems, and a bad user experience with redirected printers. These issues often lead to more helpdesk tickets and troubleshooting.
How do Nerdio and ezeep help with cloud desktop printing?
Nerdio and ezeep provide a modern way to handle printing in cloud desktop environments like AVD and Windows 365. This combination simplifies printing, which is often a significant challenge in these setups.
Why is printing difficult in virtual desktop environments?
Printing is difficult in virtual desktop environments because it often involves complex setups that depend on old infrastructure. This goes against the goal of moving to cloud-based systems which should be simpler to manage.
What are the benefits of using ezeep for printing in Azure Virtual Desktop?
Using ezeep for printing in Azure Virtual Desktop simplifies printer management and improves the user experience. It helps avoid problems like driver compatibility and complex printer mapping that are common with traditional methods.
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