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09-01-2024 08:31 AM
Hi @Stephanie1988 ,
Welcome to The HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.
I understand you are trying to do factory reset your HP DeskJet 2742e All-in-One Printer, follow these steps:
Turn On the Printer: Make sure the printer is turned on. If it is off, press the power button to turn it on.
Access the Settings Menu:
- On the printer's control panel, press the Settings icon (it might look like a gear or wrench) or the Wireless button to access the menu.
Navigate to the Reset Option:
- Use the arrow keys to navigate through the menu options.
- Look for an option related to "Factory Reset" or "Restore Defaults".
Select and Confirm:
- Select the Factory Reset option.
- Confirm the reset by selecting Yes or OK when prompted.
Wait for the Printer to Reset:
- The printer will restart and perform the factory reset. This may take a few minutes.
Reconfigure Your Printer:
- After the reset is complete, you’ll need to set up your printer again, including reconnecting to your WiFi network and reinstalling any necessary software.
Refer to this document: HP DeskJet 2742e All-in-One Printer User manual
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
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A_Gayathri
HP Support Community Administrator.
09-09-2024 01:51 AM
Hi @Stephanie1988 ,
Thank you for your response, I appreciate your efforts. As the issue persists, I am sorry to hear that I'm sending out a private message to assist you with the next course of action.
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I hope this helps! Keep me posted for further assistance.
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A_Gayathri
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