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01-28-2018 01:31 PM
printer keeps installing to network do not want it to install to a network
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01-29-2018 05:43 PM
Welcome to the HP Forums, this is a great location to get assistance! I read your post and see that your HP Officejet pro 6978 Printer wants to install to the network. I would like to help you resolve this issue.
However, I will need a few details to provide an accurate solution,
- When did this issue start?
- Did you do any hardware or software changes?
- How is the printer connected to computer, wired or wireless?
- Are you using this as stand alone printer?
- Are you getting any error message?
Meanwhile:
Perform a power reset
- Turn on the printer, if it is not already on.
- Wait until the printer is idle and silent before you continue.
- With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the rear of the printer.
- Wait at least 30 seconds.
- Reconnect the power cord to the rear of the printer.
- Turn on the printer.
Reply with the result of the above-mentioned steps, for further assistance.
Cheers.
Sandytechy20
I am an HP Employee
01-29-2018 05:43 PM
Welcome to the HP Forums, this is a great location to get assistance! I read your post and see that your HP Officejet pro 6978 Printer wants to install to the network. I would like to help you resolve this issue.
However, I will need a few details to provide an accurate solution,
- When did this issue start?
- Did you do any hardware or software changes?
- How is the printer connected to computer, wired or wireless?
- Are you using this as stand alone printer?
- Are you getting any error message?
Meanwhile:
Perform a power reset
- Turn on the printer, if it is not already on.
- Wait until the printer is idle and silent before you continue.
- With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the rear of the printer.
- Wait at least 30 seconds.
- Reconnect the power cord to the rear of the printer.
- Turn on the printer.
Reply with the result of the above-mentioned steps, for further assistance.
Cheers.
Sandytechy20
I am an HP Employee
01-31-2018 11:03 AM
Thanks for the reply.
I appreciate your time and effort.
Good to know that issue is fixed.
Feel free to contact us in feature if you need any assistance.
Cheers.
Sandytechy20
I am an HP Employee