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Problem
The computer cannot connect to or print using a network printer.
Symptoms
Printer cannot be found.
Print jobs remain pending.
Printer appears offline.
Access denied when printing.
Printer was accessible before but stopped working after a network change.
Possible Causes
Printer is powered off.
Network connectivity issues.
Incorrect printer IP address.
Firewall restrictions.
Printer sharing disabled.
Driver problems.
Printer's IP address changed after a router restart.
Resolution
Step 1
Verify the printer is powered on.
Step 2
Confirm the printer is connected to the network.
Step 3
Ping the printer's IP address.
Step 4
Restart the printer.
Step 5
Reinstall the network printer.
Step 6
Update printer drivers.
Step 7
Verify printer sharing settings.
Step 8
Check whether the printer's IP address has changed and update it in the printer settings if needed.
Prevention
Assign a static IP address to network printers.
Keep printer firmware updated.
Monitor network connectivity.
Maintain printer drivers.
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