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08-26-2019 10:01 PM
Hi,
Because of poor wifi connection (unrelated issue), I need to print off of my computer (MacBook Pro) with a USB cable. This was working fine until a few days ago when the printer somehow went offline. I've tried everything: Made sure the printer was full of ink/paper, turned the printer off, unplugged the printer, updated the computer, and restarted the printing system.
After successfully restarting the printing system, I am trying to reconnect the printer, but the list of available printers to add is completely empty. This is frustrating considering the printer is still plugged into the computer.
Help!
08-26-2019 11:04 PM
Welcome to HP Support Forum. Please use the following tips/instructions to fix:
http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c04249080 (Windows)
https://support.hp.com/au-en/document/c04249334 (Mac)
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