Service Error 79

[Gekopgrace]

Suddenly - all by itself - I wasn't doing any print jobs - the printer keeps initializing configuring and giving Service Error 79. I turned it off as instructed but it cycling through.

[Gekopgrace · Accepted solution]

I fixed it by following these instructions from the Community

Symptoms

“Error – 79” on HP Color LaserJet Pro M280-M281 Multifunction Printer series

Diagnosis

"Error 79"  displayed on printer after the a Update. Most likely the error will occur while the printer is connected to a network ( Ethernet / Wireless )

Solution

Below are the steps that one need to follow in the order as mentioned ...

1.      Disconnect the printer from the NETWORK
2.      If on wired network : Unplug the  Ethernet cable from back of the printer.
3.      If on wireless network : Power of the Wireless router. Turn off the printer.
4.      Wait for 30 seconds. Turn on the printer. 
5.      If the printer is in READY state, on the printer front panel, go to Setup -> Network Setup -> Network Services -> IPv6 -> Off.
6.      Turn off the printer. Wait for 30 seconds and then turn on the printer.
7.      Once the printer is in Ready state you may go ahead and connect the printer to the network ( Power on the Wireless Router or plug in the Ethernet cable ) and then try printing.