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01-19-2026 09:32 PM
Hi all,
Windows version - windows 10
I have a hp printer model name - m1136mfp
It constantly switching between offline use/printer and ready every few seconds , when i try to print something the file gets stuck and loops between
- The file transferring to the printer and getting error
- I have all the basic troubleshooting tips like restarting my pc and printer
- Removing cable and reconnecting for both power supply and usb connection
- Removing the printer from control panel and reconnecting the printer
- Deleting the printer driver and installing a new driver from both using hp driver file and windows update
- And at last I also formatted my ssd and installed a new windows os .
01-21-2026 12:38 PM
Hi @Om108,
Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.
I know how infuriating this issue feels. Your HP LaserJet Pro M1136 is constantly flickering between Ready → Offline → Ready, the print job bouncing between Transferring → Error, and you’ve already done every basic fix, even a full Windows reinstall. Let’s go deeper than the typical guides, and I’ll explain the real reasons this happens on the HP Laserjet M1136 series and how to fix it permanently.
STEP 1: Fully Remove Every Wrong Driver (Important!)
1 Unplug the USB cable
2 Go to:
Control Panel → Programs & Features
Uninstall all HP LaserJet entries.
3 Open Print Management
Press Win + R → type: printmanagement.msc
Go to: Print Servers → Your PC → Drivers
Delete ALL:
- HP LaserJet M1130/M1132/M1136 drivers
- HP Class Drivers
- HP Universal Print drivers
4 Clear the spooler
Open CMD as admin and run:
net stop spooler
del /Q C:\Windows\System32\spool\PRINTERS\*
net start spooler
This eliminates the corrupt jobs causing looping.
STEP 2: Install the Correct HP Host-Based Driver
Do NOT use Windows Update drivers.
Official HP Driver (Host-Based):🔗 HP LaserJet Pro M1136 Multifunction Printer series | HP® Support
STEP 3: Plug the Printer into the Right USB Port
This is usually the CRITICAL FIX.
Use:
- USB 2.0 port only (rear ports)
- Short, shielded cable (not longer than 1.5m)
- No hubs / no splitters
The M1136 struggles on USB 3.0 (blue) ports, causing those exact symptoms:
offline → ready → offline + print job errors.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have an amazing day!
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