printer failures

[Dismay_61]

I am experiencing a perplexing print failure. After having no success with the Microsoft community, it has been suggested that I consult with you.

After upgrading to .NET framework 4.6.2, all printing functions fail. There are zero documents in the queue from any application (Word, Quicken, Acrobat, Finale, etc.). The printer is online and ready, but never receives anything.

I have:

• rebooted the computer to ensure completed installation;
• verified installation of .NET framework 4.6.2;
• cleared the print spool;
• re-booted the router;
• consulted the knowledge base;
• used all Microsoft and HP diagnostics (e.g., Scan Doctor 4.9);
• run the .NET framework repair tool;
  (According to Services.msc, .NET framework 4.0 is set for Automatic (Delayed Start), and the print spooler is running.)
• run both Scannow /F and CHKDSK (which did repair a few things).

I have tried three printers while observing the "What's printing" box. With all three printers, the box shows the document being sent to the printer.

• The HP 4630 failed to print, both wired and wireless. (I have uninstalled and re-installed with latest drivers from the HP website.)
• The HP F380 (wired) did print just fine (new install). The same USB cable and port were used for both wired tests.
• The HP 6962 (wireless) failed to print (new machine, new install).

The print dialogue box shows the printer (whichever one) is online and ready. The document is going out and then cleared. But in three of the four tests, it does not print; it simply disappears from the queue as though it had. I can print on the 4630 from other computers in the network. I can scan documents from the printers into the computer, but cannot send anything from the computer to the printer.

            Suggestions?

[Jeet_singh]

Hi @Dismay_61,

Welcome to the HP Support Forums 🙂

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I Understand you are having printing issues on your HP Printer and you have tried all possible troubleshooting steps to resolve the issue. I'll try my best to help you with this.

Don't worry, we'll take care of this together 😉

Let's try to perform a firmware update on your printer, using this link.

If the issue persists, I would suggest you try to follow the step 3, 4 and 5 from this support document which should help to resolve the issue: Here is the link.

Here's a related post on HP Forums which has helped other users, click here.

Let me know if you need any further assistance. I'll be happy to help you with your concern.

If you wish to help others looking for the same solution as you've found, mark the post as Accepted Solution.

If you wish to show appreciation for my effort, please click the Thumbs up icon at the bottom of my comment.

And I Hope you have a good day, Ahead.

Regards,

[Dismay_61]

Unable to update firmware because a newer version is already installed (according to the error message).

Have re-installed drivers twice. No change in final result.

Have consulted remaining document and changed security settings. No change in final result.

Next?

[Sizzlingsum_13]

@Dismay_61

Thanks for the super quick reply.

Superb job on trying the different steps to isolate the issue.Kudos to you.

Here I recommend you to Installing and Using the Windows Built-in Print Driver .

It should take care of your printer concern.

If you have any troubles, let me know and I will do my best to help.

[Dismay_61]

I replaced the driver from the HP website with the built-in Windows 7 driver, and asked to print a test page. Worse luck. I monitored the process with "What's Printing." Nothing ever went out. I then tried a test document with Word, with the earlier results: the window shows the document going to the spooler and is cleared from the queue, but nothing prints.

Next?

[Jeet_singh · Accepted solution]

Hi @Dismay_61,

Thanks for replying. I really appreciate the effort in trying to get the issue fixed.

Don't worry as I have a few steps to help you get through this concern,

Let's try these steps:

Press Windows Key + R for Run Command – Type spool – Open the Printers folder – Press Ctrl + A to select all the files and then hit Delete Key

Press Windows Key + R for Run Command – Type spool – Right on Printers folder – From the drop down click on Properties – Click on Security Tab – Click on Edit under Group or user names – One by one give permissions for all – Click on Apply and then OK.

Launch Control panel - Hardware and Sound - Device and Printers - Right click on the Printer - From the drop down click on Printer Properties - Click on Security tab - Click on Edit under Group or user names – One by one give permissions for all – Click on Apply and then OK.

Restart the PC and then try to print. 

Let me know how it goes. I'll be happy to help you with your concern.

If you wish to help others looking for the same solution as you've found, mark the post as Accepted Solution.

If you wish to show appreciation for my effort, please click the Thumbs up icon at the bottom of my comment.

And I Hope you have a good day, Ahead.

Regards,

[Dismay_61]

Could not find the "Accept as Solution" button anywhere on the page, but I can now print from at least one printer. Will try this process with the other printers, though this is remarkably similar to a change made earlier with no effect.

Thanks for helping.

[JJQuilter]

We have an Apple Mac, late 2012 model.  The operating system is macOS High Sierra Version 10.13.6

Your previous solution was for a Microsoft PC.  Can you send instructions for this Apple operating system?

Thanks!

[Jacky-D]

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