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Restart the computer, printer, and router. Check the network and printer connection status. Manually connect the printer to your network. Run the HP Print and Scan Doctor. Temporarily disable firewall software on the computer. Uninstall the HP driver and software.
Once HP Print and Scan Doctor opens, click Start, and then select your printer. If your printer in not in the list, turn it off and on, and then click Retry. If there is a connection problem, follow the instructions in HP Print and Scan Doctor.
An HP printer is not found by the HP Smart app or the operating system. Make sure the software is up to date and the connection between your device and the printer is working.
When I use the Print & Scan Dr, it doesn't recognize that the printer is connected, though I've replaced the USB cable and confirmed that it is working. I am now in the 3rd day of trying to re-establish the connection (it was working fine before I had to unplug it to move).
Check the printer and network connections. Identify issues with Wi-Fi connections that can cause the printer to be unavailable or not found by your computer or mobile device. Perform the following tasks in the order given. Use the printer after each task to see if the issue is resolved.
Troubleshoot the printer USB connection. Check the USB cable for damage and recommended length, and then restart your printer and computer. Turn off the printer and the computer. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and printer, and then inspect the cable.
HP printer not detected often occurs due to outdated or incompatible drivers. To address this, ensure you have the latest drivers from the official HP website, compatible with your operating system. Installing these drivers can often resolve the issue and allow your computer to recognize the printer correctly.