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Door open error. I’ve shut the door and won’t print as it says this error

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@David1171,

 

Welcome to HP Support Community.

 

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

 

The "Door Open" error on your HP printer usually occurs due to one of the following reasons.

 

  • The printer door is not fully closed.
  • A sensor detecting the door position is misaligned or dirty.
  • The printer's firmware or software is malfunctioning.


Check and Reclose the Door:

  • Open the printer door completely and firmly close it again.
  • Make sure there’s no paper or debris blocking the door from fully closing.

Inspect the Door Sensor:

  • Look for a small plastic tab or switch that detects the door's position.
  • If the tab is broken or misaligned, the printer may think the door is open.

Power Cycle the Printer:

  • Turn off the printer and unplug it from the power source for at least 60 seconds.
  • Plug it back in and turn it on.

Check for Firmware Updates:

  • Go to HP's support website and check for any available firmware updates for your printer.

Perform a Hard Reset:

  • Disconnect the power cable while the printer is on.
  • Wait 60 seconds, then reconnect and turn it back on.

Reinstall Printer Drivers:

  • If the issue persists, uninstall and reinstall the HP printer software on your computer.

 

I hope this helps.

 

Take care and have a good day.

 

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