Why is my printer not printing?
The same thing happens when I connect the printer to my laptop.
I have the printer connected the exact same way as I did to my old PC, when it worked just fine.
What could be wrong?
Answers:
It could be that the OLD thing just wore out. Buy a new one.
This time, get a Canon. New HP printer stink. Canon has better color, better quality, lower cost cartridges. You really will love your new Canon. I know professional photographers that swear by them.
You see, that old HP gave you a tri-color cartridge. So when YELLOW runs out, you spend $50 for a whole new cartridge. But LOOK at the Canon. It has a separate $12 cartridge for each color. So when YELLOW runs out, you don't waste ink. You would be surprise about how long some of the other colors last. This saves a TON of money.
Look for it at Staples or other good retail store that offers a no hassle RETURN policy. (check Wal-Mart)
Good luck and Happy Computing!
inc probably
If you're using vista, theres your problem, you probably need to install the drivers on your own, make sure you have the disk that came with the printer, if it didnt, then i honestly dont know what to do...
If its a USB printer, try switching the cables, if not, then i honestly cant help you...
If all else fails.. you may need a new printer =/
The printer drivers may be corrupted, try reinstalling. Some connection may also be loose. From http://fixit.in
It could be the ubiquitous driver issues but more likely it sounds like the printhead is caput; most of the printers 'brains' are located in the printhead. I'd remove the print head, if you can, to check for a clogged inkjet. Perhaps its better to take the printhead to a printshop to have it looked at before you decided to bin it. Also, don't overlook updating the driver for the printer.
It sounds like your new computer has Vista and you likely can not get Vista drivers for your old printer. Its another Microsoft "Gotcha" where they want you to throw money at the problem. You should have never gotten Vista.
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