HP LaserJet Pro M1217nfw Multifunction Printe

[dldtraders]

Mac Pro won't work with my old but very usable M1217 laser printer.  I tried to download a driver compatible with catalina operating system but the driver dates back to 2012.  Cant get any help from HP.  Anyone have a workaround?

[Kumar0307]

Hi @dldtraders

Welcome to the HP Support Community. I'd be happy to assist you.

First, check the connection between the devices. how is the printer connected to the MAC?

To know how to connect it wirelessly, refer to this document. 

Check for any software updates on MAC

Click the Apple icon > About This Mac > Software Update and install any available update.

This printer is AirPrint compatible. Install the printer using AirPrint driver.

1.) Click the Apple menu, click System Preferences, and then click Print & Scan or Printers & Scanners.

2.) Check if your printer name displays in the Printers list, If your printer is listed, click the printer name, click the minus sign to delete the printer.

3.) If you see multiple printer queues for the same printer, remove all extra printers by selecting them one at a time, and then clicking the minus button at the bottom of the list.

4.) Click the plus sign, click Add Printer or Scanner, click the printer name.

5.) Click the Use or Print Using menu, select AirPrint in the pop-up menu. Then click Add.

6.) Try to print.

Note: The printer driver available on the HP Support site is from 2019. Click here to view the same.

Hope this helps! Keep me posted. 

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