HP M283fdw keeps looping between ‘Ready’ and ‘Initializing'

[AdrianMichaels]

My HP M283fdw keeps looping between ‘Ready’ and ‘Initializing.’ I’ve reset the network, set a static IP, restored defaults, and tried everything. The printer won’t stay online long enough to update firmware from my Mac, and there’s no USB update option. Can anyone help with a firmware recovery?

[AdrianMichaels]

Update on this. I have managed to install the latest firmware by connecting the computer and printer by wire. But the problem persists. It's unusable over wifi.

[Jerry_57]

Hi @AdrianMichaels,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.
 

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

When your HP M283fdw printer keeps looping between 'Ready' and 'Initializing,' even after a firmware update, it could indicate underlying hardware or configuration issues. Here are a few steps you might try to resolve the problem:
 

Perform a Cold Reset:
 

• Turn off the printer.
• Wait for about 30 seconds to one minute.
• Turn the printer back on. This process can sometimes help to reset configurations that might not have been correctly set.

Check for Network Issues:
 

• Ensure that your network connection is stable. Sometimes, a poor network connection can cause the printer to loop if it is trying to reach a network service.
   
• If you've set a static IP, make sure no other device is conflicting with this IP address.

Remove and Reinsert Any Peripherals:
 

• Ensure that any peripherals (such as Ethernet cables or fax lines) are properly connected.
   
• Try disconnecting all peripherals and then reconnecting them to see if any of them might be causing the issue.

Printer's Internal Hardware Check:
 

• Check if there's a hardware issue, such as a jammed part internally, which can sometimes lead to system errors.
   
• Examine if any part of the printer is internally damaged or not placed properly.

Re-evaluate Firmware Installation:
 

• As you have tried updating the firmware via a wired connection, ensure that the update process was fully complete. Sometimes, a firmware update without issues can solve a persistent looping problem.
  
  
  I hope this helps.

 Take care and have an amazing day!
 

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Jerry_57

HP Support

[AdrianMichaels]

Thank you. This was resolved with HP's help on X.

[Jerry_57]

Hi @AdrianMichaels,

Thank you for your response.

Glad to hear it—the issue is settled, and everything feels smooth again. Thanks for sharing back!

Regards
Jerry_57
HP Support