I can only print sometimes

[Kathy__]

I've set up my HP OfficeJet using HP Smart App. (123.hp.com) and the printer connects to my desktop & will print and scan perfectly, but a few days later it I attempt to print or scan, it gives me a message on my screen that the printer is connecting & to please wait, but never connects.   I've had to set the printer up again & have done so several times now!  Why is the printer not staying connected to my desktop?   

[Irfan_06]

Hi @Kathy__,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

I see that you are facing an issue with your printer getting disconnected from the network intermittently.

A) Please follow the steps below to perform a power drain.

1) Take out the cartridges

2) Unplug the power cord from the printer & wall.

3) Press and hold the power button down for 15 seconds and release the power button, wait for about 30 seconds.

4) Plug the power cord back into the printer and wall, ensure the printer is plugged into the wall & not into a surge protector.

5) Insert the cartridges back into the printer.

Remove the cartridges > Unplug the power cord > Wait for 30 seconds > Plug the power cord back in > Insert the cartridges

B) Kindly refer to the steps on this link to update the printer firmware and let me know if that resolves the issue.

Please mark this post as “Accepted Solution” if the issue is resolved and if you feel this reply was helpful click “Yes”.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day

Irwin6

HP Support