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Just replaced my  Dell Win 10 Desktop with a Dell Win11 Desktop and unable to print on the LaserJet 2100 printer. Printer states it is Ready but will not print a document or test page.

 

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Thank you for the post, please find troubleshooting Printing Issues on Windows 11 with HP LaserJet 2100

If your HP LaserJet 2100 printer isn't printing after an upgrade to a new Windows 11 desktop, please follow these steps for a potential resolution:

Verify Printer Connection:

Make sure the printer is properly connected via USB or network connection.
If using a network connection, ensure the printer is connected to the same network as the computer.
Check Printer Status:

Ensure that the printer is turned on and shows a "Ready" status.
Clear any pending print jobs in the print queue.
Update Printer Drivers:

Visit the HP support page and search for drivers specific to the HP LaserJet 2100 compatible with Windows 11.
Download and install the latest printer driver available.
Windows Update:

Ensure Windows 11 is up-to-date. Check for updates in Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
Device Manager:

Open Device Manager and locate the printer under "Printers."
Right-click the printer, select "Update driver," and let Windows search for a new driver automatically.
Print a Test Page:

Go to Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners.
Select your HP LaserJet 2100 printer and click on "Manage."
Choose "Print a test page" to see if the printer works.
Use HP Print and Scan Doctor:

Download and run the HP Print and Scan Doctor for Windows to automatically diagnose and resolve printer problems.

Please find link for driver listed for Windows 2000 if this works:
https://support.hp.com/in-en/drivers/hp-laserjet-2100-printer-series/25469

 

If these steps do not resolve the issue, there might be a compatibility problem or additional settings that need configuring.

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