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‎02-25-2026 08:51 AM

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Has anyone been able to print on their color laser jet pro MFP 281fdw

after Tahoe 26. 3 update?

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‎02-25-2026 08:52 AM

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Is there a work around, even though the color laser jet pro MFP 281fdw is no longer supported by HP?

 

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‎02-27-2026 07:22 AM

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Hi @GiBon,

 

Welcome to the HP Support Community.

 

Thank you for posting your query.

 

I am sorry to hear that you're experiencing printing issues with your HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M281fdw after updating to Tahoe 26.3, I would request you to please follow the steps:

 

Reset the Print System

  • Go to System Settings → Printers & Scanners.
  • Right‑click (or Control‑click) in the printer list → Reset printing system.
  • Re‑add your HP printer

Enable Local Network Access

  • Go to System Settings → Privacy & Security.
  • Under Local Network, make sure HP Smart and related services are toggled ON.
  • This resolves blocked communication between macOS and the printe

Reinstall Printer:

  • Remove the printer from your computer's list of devices and reinstall it.
  • Go to your computer's settings, remove the printer, then add it again using the latest drivers.

Update Printer Drivers:

  • Check if there are any newer drivers available for your printer.
  • You can find the latest drivers from the HP Software and Driver Downloads page specific to your printer model.

Hope this helps, Please revert if the issue persists.

 

Take care and have an amazing day!

 

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Pallipurath.

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‎02-28-2026 04:20 AM

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Hi @GiBon 

>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhbRkg7xi08

@ferRX / I am a volunteer posting answers.

>> HP app replaces HP Smart

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