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• Cannot set default printer in Windows Vista.

  Hello
  My computer still works fine until lately something's happened to Windows Vista all of a sudden. One day I put on the computer and found that the left side of the menu 'start' all deleted, and the content on the right side of the Panel is still there. But then I found that I cannot print a document PDF and Excel, and the error message reads: "Before you print a document, you must install a printer." I have a HP Color laser printer connected to it since and it still works well. I can always print Word document (unless I have to manually select HP printer each time the dialog box I have ever had to do before), but cannot print PDF or Excel. On the 'control panel', the HP printer icon is still there, but it is not set as default printer, as it has always been. And when I tried to set up as a default printer, the error message reads: "can't set default printer.

  Can anyone help? Thank you very much.

  I would like to begin uninstalling the printer, restart and reinstall the printer to determine if that solves the problem...

• Cannot install network printer on Windows 7. Detects the printer then it says cannot locate the driver. All my vista and XP machines have no problem finding drivers. It is a 32-bit 64-bit vs questions? How can I fix it?

  Cannot install network printer on Windows 7.  Detects the printer then it says cannot locate the driver.  All my vista and XP machines have no problem finding drivers. It is a 32-bit 64-bit vs questions?  How can I fix it?
  Windows Server 2008 network.  Printers have ip addresses. Install the drivers from the Print Manager.  /Terminal Server Workgroup installation.

  It's the same situation with XP.  The print driver names must match.  If you notice the name of the printer driver that uses XP is a name different from the one that is installed when you plug in the device on the Windows 7 computer.  This is just my assumption, please correct me if this isn't the case.

  The real solution is to install a 32-bit driver on the XP machine that uses the same name that the 64-bit driver and share a printer using this driver or find a 64-bit driver that uses the same name as the 32-bit driver installed on XP and install the driver on XP.

  Alan Morris Windows printing team; Here Microsoft Knowledge Base search: http://support.microsoft.com/search/Default.aspx?adv=1

• I cannot keep Adobe Acrobat as my default printer my Windows 10 Pro operating system.  Whenever I restart my system, it is by default in the desktop printer.

  I cannot keep Adobe Acrobat as my default printer my Windows 10 Pro operating system.  Whenever I restart my system, it is by default in the desktop printer.

  One of the possibilities for your deliverance is a questionable feature on by default in Windows 10, changing your default printer to be everything you've printed on last.

  Go to the Windows 10 Settings of the PC and from there, select Printers & Scanners. Note the option to Let Windows manage my default printer. Make sure that this option is set to Off which is not the default. Once you set this option to Off, then set the driver Adobe PDF as a default. Windows hide more with her!

  -Dov

  PS: Yes, it's dark and a pain, but Adobe had no permission in this option and cannot turn by if or turn off!

• Cannot set default printer. Error code 0 x 0000709

  Printer Deskjet HP3510 instaled on Hp laptop running windows 7. Cannot set default printer. Error code 0 x 0000709. Removing software and old computer

  tgwright,

  Thanks for the additional info. With the doctor print and scan does not locate a corrupted software/driver problems its time to turn to the operating system itself. Others who have had similar problems with the same error indicate a corrupted registry key, the origin of the problem:
  http://goo.GL/t94JG

  http://goo.GL/uejgi

  Beware these solutions indicate the change of information in registry (very dangerous if you don't know what you're doing). If you are not familiar with the registry or have never been here before that I would suggest seeking additional support in some way (local / Microsoft IT / PC repair service, etc.).

  Good luck!

• experienced problems for a HP Deskjet 1000 c printer to print using windows 7 64 bit

  One known problems get a HP Deskjet 1000 c to print using windows 7 64 bit. I have updated the drivers for parallel port and a printer. the computer recognizes the printer is there, but no documents will print.

  HP provides the drivers or software for this printer.

  It uses the built-in drivers obtained through windows update

  http://h10025.www1.HP.com/ewfrf/WC/document?docname=c03460648&CC=UK&DLC=en&LC=en&os=4131&Product=61601&sw_lang=

  If your PC does not have a PARALLEL port and you use a converter, this method is often problomatic

  If your PC has a parallel port, then the motherboard must be of an age that is probably not entirely compatible, not with orders other bottlenecks card mother win7

• I can't get the file "Delete empty" vacuum. He has worked in the past. I have Vista and use Windows Mail.

  I can't get the file "Delete empty" vacuum.  He has worked in the past.  I have Vista and use Windows M

  Duplicate of:
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_vista-networking/empty-delete-mail-function-doesn ' t/43a2d3a8-5b7a-e011-9b4b-68b599b31bf5

• HP deskjet 1000 do not print using windows 7 How to the printer driver

  My hp deskjet 1000 printer do not print using windows 7 How to the printer driver

  It worked before on this PC?

  Full features drivers are here, select the bit version correct victory

  http://h10025.www1.HP.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareCategory?OS=4062&LC=en&cc=UK&DLC=en&sw_lang=&product=4066377#n187

• How can I get Dell 720 all in one printer to print using Windows 7. I uninstalled the program for the printer, as someone said, now, I have no driver to install. I don't have the disk.

  My printer suddenly stopped printing with the message that my printer port configuration is incorrect. I tried to get the information online, but nothing has worked. I have no driver for reinstall the Dell 720 printer.  I know its an old printer, but last year when I got this Dell, I got a response from you guys who have worked.  I was able to print using my old printer with Windows 7 so far.  Help, please.  I don't really understand tecky language so please be gentle!  Thank you very much!

  There is the answer to your question is here...

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/Windows_7-hardware/cannot-get-Dell-720-printer-to-print-Windows-7/ab2cec8f-B267-4654-9f5f-9e9a48eac1c0

• HP Photosmart 5520 - cannot print - using windows 7

  I have a wireless laptop and can go anywhere.  I can print the wireless network test results and Page of Configuration of HP network.   However, I can't print other documents.  My test results all the PASS and signal show as very good.  Current configuration as expected except DO NOT CONNECT Internet.

  I tried various tools and options on the HP Site and others.  I have reistalled printer driver and printer and wireless details says it is connected.  I don't have the ability to use a cable.

  It was suggested to my static ip address, I thought I'd made however on the prints on (and I have a lot in the last hours) the ip adddresses seems inconsistent.  After 5 hours, any help would be greatly appreciated.

  Hi @moports,

  Welcome to the HP Forums!

  I noticed that you are unable to print with your HP Photosmart 5520, on Windows 7 using a wireless connection. I'm happy to help you with your print!

  Please see the following guides:

  • "Printer is off-line" Message appears on the computer and the printer does not print: Windows 7.
  • The printer keeps Wi-Fi connection.

  Also, I recommend the HP wireless printing Center, Web site. You want to make sure that the router broadcasts not 5 ghz to 2.4 ghz.

  This post, incoming and outgoing Printer Ports, of @VisionAiry. I will tell you what ports must be open not closed on the router.

  Hope this information helps and have a great day!

• Cannot print using Windows 7 using HP Deskjet 842C series

  I cannot print from windows 7 using HP Deskjet 842 C series.  Windows and HP said is compatible, it can only print from other applications and not Windows 7.  Any suggestions?

  I cannot print from windows 7 using HP Deskjet 842 C series.  Windows and HP said is compatible, it can only print from other applications and not Windows 7.  Any suggestions?

  In fact - what HP means without out and say what they deem a legacy device (printer) and even if they included a universal driver (Microsoft put in Windows 7) and it should work without doing you anything else - it is perhaps not fully functional as it was in previous operating systems where they (HP) it supported.

  HP in this case is the manufacturer of the equipment and in all related case material - the hardware manufacturer is responsible for the materiel support (drivers, software, etc.)

  You can follow the advice of HP, if you want to:

  Install the driver with Windows Update with a USB connection (downloadable Driver is not available)

  But really what they're trying to say is, "your printer is old - buy a new one from us so that we can stay in business."

• Cannot delete default printer WINDOW XPX DOCUMENT WRITER

  I have Windows 8 OS. I installed the printer Laser Canon LBP 2900 B on my system. Surprisingly, the printer available only in Word format. (Even in word, Windows XPX document printer is selected as the default printer. I can't find Canon in the list).

  In Excel or print PDF files, I have no option Canon drop to the bottom of the window. Whenever I have to register in as long as file .oxps then open it and print by canon.

  What I do for printer canon link to excel and Adobe Acrobat now?

  Thanks in advance!

  Try this:

  1. Click the button start at the bottom left of the screen, and then choose Control Panel.
  2. Go to "Hardware and Sound" and then choose "devices and printers".
  3. Find Canon printer in the list, right click and choose "set as default".

• Cannot install the printer and windows update error 80070026

  Original title: Registry Editor not work cannot install the printer

  I have Vista the operating system on a Dell laptop with a Core 2 duo, map of Nivea.  Norton Antivirus now after it has started.

  Tried to install the dell printer after uninstalling all printers.   I scan my system using promp... sfc/scannow then I got windows results resource protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of the them.details are included in convertible bonds. Journal windir/logs/CBS/CBS.log
  for example:C:/windows/log/cbs/cbs.log

  I looked in the directory C find regedit.exe to rename, but was unable to find it.   I found these if this can help.

  Regedit.exe.4288.dmp
  Regedit.exe.3280.dmp
  Regedit.exe.2292.dmp

  I also got error or popup that without running windows Explorer and then restart it.   I can't install the printer as it pops up and I need to close the program.

  also receive error installer that it is already running
  install GUI is unresponsive

  error code 80070026 during the installation of windows updates.  I open without addons and updates are all to date.

  I'm sorry that there is so much information and error codes.  I think that all what concerns the corrupted files.   Can you help solve c drive please.

  Hello

  1. What is the serial number and model of the printer?
  2. What are the failed updates?
  3 have there been any changes made on the computer before the show?

  I suggest you try the steps to solve the problem with the installation of printer.

  Method 1:
  Run the Fixit and check if it helps.

  Hardware devices do not work or are not detected in Windows
  http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/hardware_device_problems/en-us

  For more information, see the links:
  Find and install printer drivers
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/find-and-install-printer-drivers
  Search for a printer, the manufacturer Web site
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/find-a-printer-manufacturers-website
  Add or remove a printer
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/add-or-remove-a-printer

  I suggest you try the steps to fix the problem with Windows Update.

  Method 2:
  Put the computer in a clean boot state to see if there is a software conflict as the clean boot helps eliminate software conflicts.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

  Note: After completing the steps in the clean boot troubleshooting, follow step 7 link to return the computer to a Normal startup mode.

  Method 3:
  Temporarily disable the security software.
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/disable-antivirus-software

  Note: Antivirus software can help protect your computer against viruses and other security threats. In most cases, you should not disable the antivirus software. If you do not disable temporarily to install other software, you must reactivate as soon as you are finished. If you are connected to the Internet or a network at the time the anti-virus software is disabled, your computer is vulnerable to attacks.

  Method 4:
  You can also manually install updates (KB number) by downloading from the Microsoft Download Center.
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/en/default.aspx

  For more information, please see the links.

  Problems with installing updates
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/troubleshoot-problems-with-installing-updates
  You cannot install some programs or updates
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/822798

  Important: This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click on the number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
  322756 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322756/)
  How to back up and restore the registry in Windows

  Warning: An upgrade on the spot is the final solution before you have to reinstall the operating system. Note that it takes as much time to do the upgrade as to reinstall the operating system. In addition, some of your custom Windows settings may be lost through this process

  Hope this information is useful.

• How to install a default printer in Windows XP Home Edition?

  I can't print anything using my printer HP Laser Jet 4350 used.  I always get the error message "no default printer installed.  Please choose a printer and try again. »

  I then get a window printer my document a left and an empty box open in the middle right to a name of the printer.  I can't type the name of the printer or choose my printer from any menu drop-down or on a list any.

  I installed the printer drivers appropriate on the HP site as well on my desktop in a folder marked HP drivers and in the C:\softpaq\sp26828 folder where the installer of HP. I have the printer properly connected, turned on. I also plugged the printer Centronix cable between the printer HP Laser Jet 4350 and my HP Pavilion a1104x tour. My operating system is Windows XP Home Edition.  My computer has a 186 GB HARD disk with a 3.06 GHz processor.  It also has a 1 1/2 GB 3200 DIMM.

  Hi, Kevin Brehmer,

  Control Panel > printers folder

  Right-click on the printer, and then select set as default printer

• Set up a default printer in Windows Gallery

  It is possible to select a default printer in the Windows Gallery?  I configured the printer I want by default in Control Panel and other programs have updated this change (i.e. Word now goes first on my default printer).  However, in the Windows Gallery, change seems no impact.

  Is there such a thing as a "default printer" in the Gallery?  It's just list all available printers?

  -Sandy

  Hi Sandy,

  Please post on the forum.

  Windows Photo Gallery is a part of the Vista and it uses some default printer you choose under printers in your control panel.  You can try uninstalling the printer completely and reinstall it again.

  Hope that helps, please post back and we do know.

  JohnD
  Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
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