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Printer says it is unavailable. I have checked all updates have been installed to app and connection via WiFi is confirmed.

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Hi @Robcee,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.
 

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

Thanks for the update! If your HP printer says it is unavailable despite being connected via Wi-Fi and fully updated, here’s a step-by-step troubleshooting guide to help resolve the issue:

1. Restart Everything

  • Power off the printer, unplug it for 30 seconds, then plug it back in and turn it on.
  • Restart your computer and Wi-Fi router as well.


2. Remove and Re-add the Printer

  1. Go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners.
  2. Click on your HP printer and select Remove.
  3. Click Add device and let Windows search for it again.
  4. Re-add the printer when it appears.


3. Set Printer to Online Manually

  1. Open Control Panel > Devices and Printers.
  2. Right-click your printer and choose See what’s printing.
  3. In the new window, click Printer > Use Printer Online.


4. Run HP Print and Scan Doctor

HP offers a free tool that can automatically detect and fix many issues:

  • Download it from HP’s official site.
  • Run the tool and follow the on-screen instructions.


5. Check for IP Address Conflicts

Sometimes the printer’s IP address changes, and Windows can’t find it.

  1. Print a Network Configuration Page from the printer’s control panel.
  2. Note the IP address.
  3. Open a browser and enter the IP to see if the printer’s web interface loads.
  4. If it does, go to Settings > Printers & Scanners > Add printer manually and add it using the IP address.


6. Update or Reinstall Printer Driver

  1. Go to Device Manager > Print queues.
  2. Right-click your HP printer and choose Uninstall device.
  3. Restart your PC.
  4. Reinstall the latest driver from HP’s support site.

 

I hope this helps.

 

Take care and have a good day.

 

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VikramTheGreat

HP Support

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