Printer problems. Error "computer cannot communicate with the printer.

Similar Questions

• My Dell all-in-one 962 stopped printing all of a sudden. The error messages are that the computer cannot communicate with the printer.

  My Dell 962 All In One Printer suddenly stopped to print. I get an error message that the computer cannot communicate with the printer. The error message suggests that I unplug and plug back the power plug and the USB cable to the printer and make sure that there are no restrictions of firewall to the printer. I did what was suggested and still no printing. I have resinstaled the printer from the CD software, I got with the computer and also installed the latest driver using the software of the software upgrade wizard.

  and also installed the latest driver by using the Software Update Wizard software.

  That would not have been the best idea... but it is unlikely that the cause of your immediate problem.

  The next thread does not make much sense to me, but it describes a situation similar to what you described and the proposed solution is supposed to have worked.  Try it and see--> http://en.community.dell.com/support-forums/peripherals/f/3528/t/19483019

  I suspect that what really happens is that the driver has become corrupted.  In many cases, simply reinstall the driver is not fix things; you have to clean the old corrupt driver before installing the new.  Thus, it is more likely that the part "Uninstall" the related response is what is helping rather than playing with services... but go ahead and follow these directions, just in case.  In fact, I suggest that you run under first antimalware scanners before following the tips in the above link.

  If I had not found the link above, that's what I would have suggested (whichrequires that you have Windows XP):

  Often, but not always, the symptoms you describe are caused by a corrupt print job stuck in the queue or a damaged printer driver.  However before you clean things up, on general principles, that you can download, install, update and run full scans with each of these two free programs.

  MalwareBytes AntiMalware

  SUPERAntiSpyware

  Use the free version, not the free trials of "pro" versions  Pay attention during installation uncheck any prechecked boxes that would install some additional third-party programs.

  Do not run the scans at the same time.  Each scan will take a while.  Start one and go do a non-it chore.  Once the scan is finished, leave the program to deal with anything it finds.

  Once done, you can keep or uninstall programs, or both.  If you keep SAS, I suggest to change its default setting does NOT automatically when Windows starts.

  Uninstall all software from Dell to control panel > Add / Remove programs

  Download Microsoft Fixit 50126 impression: http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=9662904

  Close all running applications (anything with an icon on the taskbar).

  Run the Fixit routine.  Note: The routine Fixit has two modes, light and complete.  It will run in full mode when you check the box "Reset the spooler to print on values."  This will remove all printers, so if you have any other printer installed, I recommend running the Fixit in full mode.  If you have other printers and you do not (necessarily) want to reinstall them, run the Fixit in light mode (box unchecked).  This may work anyway.  You must restart the computer after you run in full mode; you need not restart after the Chase mode.

  After the Fixit has executed and you have restarted if necessary, make sure that the printer is disconnected from the computer and run the installation software.  You will be asked to connect the printer to a suitable place.  You can use the CD that came with the computer or download the software here (which is relatively hard to find, the claims of the main page of the 962 product support it cannot find the drivers)--> http://www.dell.com/support/home/us/en/19/Drivers/DriversDetails?driverId=R89490

• N911a HP Officejet Pro 8600 error scanner cannot communicate with the computer.

  Original title: is anyone has the sweep of HP Officejet Pro 8600 n911a problems when you use Windows 7 Pro?

  Just bought this laptop of HP Pavilion dv6-7138us, and had the updated operating system upgraded to Windows 7 Pro, directed by Office Depot until I take possession.  The all-in-one HP Officejet Pro 8600 n911a (bought a few months ago) will be analyzed to this laptop.  I can't access "managing the scan of the computer."  When I try to open the scanner of the icon, the message begins with "scanner cannot communicate with the computer."  I was on the HP support forum, tried to uninstall and reinstall the driver, even tried to download the driver on the net, you run printing HP & scan doctor, tried all disconnect them reconnect restart options, all without success.  The functions of printer normally with this laptop and the printer function scanner AND correctly on other two laptops running Windows XP Pro.  Which makes me suspect that this is a problem Windows 7 Pro.  Could this be just?

  My apologies if this isn't the right forum for my problem.  Please redirect me if this is the case.

  Any real help will be GREATLY appreciated.  It's so frustrating!

  Thank you.

  Hello

  1. you have any security program installed on the computer?

  2 did you a recent software or changes to the material on the computer?

  Method 1:

  I suggest you to disable any anti-virus program and check if the problem persists.

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/disable-antivirus-software

  NOTE: Antivirus software can help protect your computer against viruses and other security threats. In most cases, you should not disable your antivirus software. If you need to 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, while your antivirus software is disabled, your computer is vulnerable to attacks.

  Method 2:

  You can also run the printer Troubleshooter and check if it helps.

  Open the printer Troubleshooter

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/open-the-printer-Troubleshooter

  Method 3:

  I also suggest to try to run the System File Checker scan on the computer. The scan will replace all the Windows files corrupted with new ones.

  Click on the link mentioned below for further guidance on the scanning of the file system Checker

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833

  See also:

  "The computer cannot communicate with the scanning device" Error message in Windows Vista

  http://h10025.www1.HP.com/ewfrf/wc/document?CC=UK&DLC=NL&DocName=c00852756&LC=en

  I can't scan in Windows using the HP software

  http://h10025.www1.HP.com/ewfrf/wc/document?DocName=c02661093&tmp_task=solveCategory&cc=us&DLC=en&LC=en&product=4323659

  Hope this helps and let us know if you need more assistance. We will be happy to help.

• Error: The computer cannot communicate with the printer; printers HP officejet 4500 wireless all-in-one

  Original title: hp officejet 4500 wireless all-in-one printer / moved, unplugged and replugged and then in the new House when turned on laptop hp, now it will not find printer

  I need help with getting my hp laptop to communicate with my printer hp officejet 4500 wireless all-in-one, I moved and when I unpluggled everything and moved, when I tried to print something now my computer says it can not communicate with my printer, even if in the control panel it shows my printer has been verified as my default printer I don't know what to do?

  Hello
   
  What is the version of Windows installed on the computer? For example, Windows 7, Vista, XP
   

  Please answer the question above so that we can better guide you.

  For now, you can read the following article.
   

  Printer in Windows problems

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/help/printer-problems-in-Windows
  Check if it helps.

• my "computer cannot communicate with the printer.

  All of a sudden my computer stopped communicating with my printer or wireless or wired.

  Thank you very, very well. Step 2 did the trick, works perfectly now!

• Create PDF from scanner 'cannot communicate with the printer.

  I have browsed the forum and saw no answers to the questions posted here on this issue.

  When I go to create a file PDF of Acrobat X Pro, I get the following error message: «Cannot communicate with the printer...» »

  I confirmed that the printer works with other Adobe products. I installed the latest drivers, latest version of Acrobat X Pro and the latest version of Mac OS X. rebooted the computer several times. I deleted the old TWAIN files to a previous scanner. Followed others advice and useful tips on what might not work.

  Someone on this forum who has this problem managed to solve this?

  Hi amy-kpwest,.

  I would like to know the exact point of Acrobat & OS X installed on your Mac version?

  Try the steps mentioned in this document KB issues in Adobe Acrobat troubleshooting scanner troubleshooting

  Kind regards
  Nicos

• Many problems with Windows, Windows cannot communicate with the device or resource (primary DNS server)

  Many problems with Windows, Windows cannot communicate with the device or resource (primary DNS server), Internet Explorer browser does not.

  Hi Rachel,

  I understand that when you try to connect to the Internet, you get error "Windows cannot communicate with the device or resource (primary DNS server)", what other issues you are faced with Windows?

  • Using a cable or a wireless Internet connection?

  DNS (Domain Name System) translates the URL in IP (Internet Protocol) addresses (and vice versa). For example, if you type http://www.microsoft.com into the address bar in your web browser, your computer sends a request to a DNS server. The DNS server translates the URL to an IP address so that your computer can find the Microsoft web server.

  I suggest you to follow the methods in this article and check if it helps.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/2779064/en-us

  Let us know if it helps.  If the problem persists, please answer, we will be happy to help you.

• My Lexmark printer stopped working and the error message says "printer cannot communicate with the computer" (from "twisted into the USB pins?).

  When my printer stopped working because of error messages about "printer cannot communicate with the computer" (from "twisted into the USB pins?), I tried to change to 2nd USB port without success. I tried a new cable; that did not help.

  Then I uninstalled and reinstalled my Lexmark printer and changed the error message. Now, the printer does not work because "the USB device is not recognized."

  I tried to update the chips; Use 1 USB port; and using the old cable, all this without success. I checked the connections of the cable to the printer and the PC and turn on the printer and goes off; I'm out of ideas. Any other suggestions?

  Hi ChristineKrause,
   

  Here are some links that might help you:

  Peripheral USB is not recognized when you attach it immediately after that your Windows XP computer comes out of standby or hibernation

  Advanced troubleshooting tips for General USB for Windows XP problems

  Try the steps listed in the items mentioned above and see if that helps you solve the problem.

• Error message when printing - Communication not available, cannot communicate with the computer

  Original title: for some reason, my computer and printer communicate is no longer... I spent every day toubleshooting... always get this box: Communication not available, cannot communicate with the computer

  I have a Dell Inspiron E1505 laptop and Dell AIO 924 printer if that helps! all cables are correctly connected, unplugged, replugged, shut down rebooted, uninstalled / printer driver, always even reinstalled!

  uuggghhhhh!

  flustered2,

  You recently reinstall the operating system? If so, have you installed the drivers in the order?
  How to download and install drivers in the correct order

  First run delete print jobs to remove all print jobs stuck in the queue.

  Unplug the printer.

  Download and run the patch (cleaning printer utility) until it prompts you to restart your computer.

  Restart your computer.

  Now you can install the printer using the Dell Printer 924 disc.

  Link to the patch/drivers(if needed) is to...

  Dell 924 Photo-All - In - One Printer owners thread (W7)

  Don't forget the programs anti-virus and firewall will block communications.

  Also try this tweak...

  Go into Device Manager (right click on my computer, left click Properties, material of the left click, left click Device Manager)

  Go to the section USB controller, and then click the plus sign +.

  Go to each USB hub root and right-click on it, on the left, click Properties, on the left, click power management. Uncheck the allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.

  Restart your computer.

  Rick

• The Dell printer cannot communicate with the Dell computer.

  It seems that suddenly my Dell AIO 942 printer cannot communicate with my Dell Studio 17computer.  These devices have been the transparent connection until two days ago.  I've set up a restore point, I installed the drivers, unplugged and re plugged 110 s and USBs, used different ports and I still have the same, printer cannot communicate with the State of the computer.   Copy and scan functions are good, Windows Vista operating systems.  How can I find these devices to their previous state of communication?

  Jesse,

  Thank you very much for the detailed information. It really give us a head start trying to solve the problem.

  Please answer these questions to get more clarity-

  (1) what are the other steps in troubleshooting tried by you so far?

  (2) other changes on the computer that I should know about?

  In the meantime, I have you refer to items offered on the Dell website - troubleshooting

  http://www.Dell.com/support/home/us/en/19/product-support/product/Dell-942/research

  You can also have a look at the Microsoft article as well-

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-in/Windows/printer-problems-in-Windows-help#fix-printer-problems=Windows-Vista&V1H=win8tab1&V2H=win7tab1&V3H=winvistatab1&v4h=winxptab1

  Get back to us with the results.

• The printer (Lexmark x 5470) cannot communicate with the computer (Windows Vista Home Premlum)

  The printer (Lexmark x 5470) cannot communicate with the computer (Windows Vista Home Premlum).  I tried these solutions below, but it still does not:

  1. ensure that the printer is powered.

  2 disconnected then reconnected the power cable from the printer.

  3 unplugged then replugged the USB cable.

  4 checked Windows Firewall setting to ensure the communication of the printer is not block.

  5. restarted my computer.

  Please help me solve this problem.

  Thank you!!!

  Have you just tried reinstallling your printer yet? Even if it was working before, file corruption or other problems can sometimes be cured by doing this?

• Dell V313 printer cannot communicate with the computer

  When I try to print from my Acer Aspire Windows 7 on my dell v313, I get the message "communication not available - the printer cannot communicate with the computer. It's already happened, but when I restarted the computer it would print. Now, it won't. I replaced the USB cable and downloaded the last Cabinet V313 - and the software. Ink cartridges are filled. I am holder of a horse's hoof and a 4 leaf clover; but nothing works. What can I try now? Thanks for any help,

  Mike

  Mike,

  You can try to disable the ToolTips of printers. If the printer is wireless, try channel 11 in your wireless router. You can also try to remove computers printer scan list and then restart the computer and see if it prints.

  Start, Control Panel, devices and printer, your printer, printing preferences, advanced, more control options. Tell him to never show. The problem with this setting is that you can not tell if you are weak of ink, printer jams, etc..

  

  Rick

• Photosmart 6520: printer/scanner cannot communicate with the computer

  Attempt to analysis I get the message that the scanner cannot communicate with the computer. I found a 'solution' of Provost. followed the instructions, i.e. cleaned-uninstalled, downloaded the recommended download, but when I tried to install it I get the message: this volume does not meet the requirements for this update. So now I find myself with a softwareless and so unusable printer. Help, please. OS is Snow Leopard 10.6.8

  I messed around with it a bit nd git to work, finally. So startrekker, I give you a thumbsup kudos.

• I'm trying to get my computer to communicate with the printer so it iis 'tail' documents.

  I'm trying to get my computer to communicate with the printer - for the moment that it is 'Queue' documents.

  What should I do to get the printer to work?

  Hello

  1. What is the brand and model of your printer?
  2. how you have connected the printer?

  Download and run the tool Fixit of the article mentioned below and check if this solves the problem.

  Problems printing and printing errors:
  http://support.Microsoft.com/GP/printing_problems

  Kind regards
  Afzal Taher - Microsoft technical support.
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Unable to connect to the wireless network, Windows error cannot communicate with the device or the reaource (primary DNS server)

  Original title: internet connection problem

  Hey,.

  I use a wireless connection at home, it works very well in my android and apple gadget, but it does not work for my laptop. It is said:

  1. Windows cannot communicate with the device or the reaource (primary DNS server)

  2. the connection between the Internet and your access point, router or cable modem is broken

  3 problem with access point or wireless adapter

  I think it's an effects of virus or something?  Because yesterday it works really well. How can I fix? Thank you very much

  Hello Hildegard Lydia,

  You may experience this problem for a number of reasons. Some common problems that can cause these problems are: drivers damaged or incompatible, updates missing, network connection settings, hardware problems or software or TCP/IP can sometimes be damaged or corrupted.

  What is the brand and model of your computer?

  Please follow the steps mentioned below:

  Method 1: a component of the Internet connection on your computer is a package of instructions called TCP/IP. TCP/IP can sometimes become damaged or altered. If you can't connect to the Internet and you have tried all other methods to solve the problem, TCP/IP can be causing it.
  I suggest you try to reset the TCP/IP stack.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/299357

  Method 2:

  I suggest that you refer to the following link:

  Why can't I find a wireless network?

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-CA/Windows/cant-find-wireless-network#1TC=Windows-7

  Method 3:

  See the steps in the following link and check:

  Wireless and wired network problems

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-CA/Windows/network-connection-problem-help#network-problems=Windows-7&V1H=win81tab1&V2H=win7tab1&V3H=winvistatab1&v4h=winxptab1

  Please an update on the status of the issue to help you further.