How do I fix a printer that won't print?

Answer by  amitkinha (293)

The most common solution would be install the proper drivers on your computer. Go to the HP website and search for the correct drivers. Another issue might be that your printer is out of toner. If it is, purchase new toner from any office supply store.

Answer by  ahsanmahmoodawan (1169)

brother first of all make your that the toner of printer is full if your toner cartage is empty then replace it with a new one and if toner is full then clean the printer from dust

Answer by  RandomDan (489)

Make sure the computer recognizes the printer and that it is online. Reinstall the driver, replace ink or toner cartridges. Test the printer on a different computer. Some printers have a test mode that will print out diagnostic sheet. Use that to determine if it a PC or printer problem.

Answer by  crambo (117)

Try running the troubleshooting program that came with the printer. If not available, check all power and communication connections. Ensure you have installed the proper drivers for the printer within your operating system. Check for any paper jams, empty toner, or empty paper trays that could be causing the problem.

Answer by  Balaurs (40)

Try reinstall the drivers. Check the cable that leads to the computer, to be connected. If after the reinstallation of the drivers the printer won't work, and you have double-checked the cable try buyng a new data-cable. Also verify if the cartrige of the printer is empty. You can verify this from your computer (check printer's instrucions)

Answer by  horia60 (10)

Well the problem is delicate, because it may be the software or the hardware, if it's the software, you can try reinstalling it with the help of the instructions provided with the cd, if the problem is from the printer itself, you better go to an expert, because it may have something broken in it.

Answer by  mooman2679 (1018)

Try to troubleshoot the problem on the internet. If it is not being recognized by your computer, it is most likely incompatible drivers. Also, make sure all the cables are plugged into the right ports and all software that came with the printer has been installed.

Answer by  trigonometry (668)

Try restarting the printer. Check if all movable parts are correctly in place. Update the printer driver. If nothing helps, send it in to the manufacturer for repair.

Answer by  Tech (34)

Delete all printer in your computer, Turn off the printer, reinstall printer software from the offical site, after if, connect the printer again and add the printer again and try it works.

Answer by  NinjaGuardian (89)

HP has toolbox or control application, click in and look what problems is. Out of paper, paper jam, cartridge end. Usually you may find it left down corner or somewhere on Start menu under HP stuff. Some printer has LCD screen and there may have clues what is wrong.

Answer by  arpitbathma01 (262)

their may be problem with the driver, so reinstall the driver using compatible driver cd or test the printer for hardware check