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‎10-04-2024 03:14 PM

HP Recommended
Operating System: macOS 12.0 Monterey

cannot get tthe printer online

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‎10-06-2024 12:38 PM

HP Recommended

Hi @Jakestar49,

 

Welcome to HP Support Community.

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

 

If your HP 4100 series printer is showing as offline, here are some troubleshooting steps you can try to bring it back online:

1. Check Printer Connection

  • Ensure that the printer is powered on and connected to your computer or network (for wireless printers).
  • If using a USB connection, check that the cable is securely plugged in.

2. Restart the Printer and Computer

  • Turn off your printer, unplug it from the power source for about a minute, then plug it back in and turn it on.
  • Restart your computer as well to refresh the connection.

3. Set Printer as Default

  • Go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers.
  • Right-click on your HP 4100 printer and select Set as default printer.

4. Check Print Queue

  • Open the print queue by double-clicking the printer icon in the Devices and Printers section.
  • If there are any stuck print jobs, clear them out by selecting Cancel.

5. Use Windows Troubleshooter

  • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters.
  • Select Printer and run the troubleshooter.

6. Check Printer Status

  • In the printer settings, make sure the option Use Printer Offline is unchecked.
  • Right-click on your printer in Devices and Printers and make sure there are no options selected that would keep it offline.

7. Update Printer Drivers

  • Make sure you have the latest drivers installed. Visit the HP support website to download and install the latest drivers for your printer model.

8. Network Connection (for Wireless Printers)

  • If your printer is wireless, ensure it’s connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer.
  • Print a network configuration page from the printer to check its IP address and connection status.

9. Firewall/Antivirus Settings

  • Sometimes, firewall or antivirus software can block printer communications. Temporarily disable them to see if that resolves the issue.

 

I hope this helps.

 

Take care and have a good day.

 

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

 

Rachel571

HP Support

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