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by mmai37656

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I am using a SimpleTech printer and have some minor issues. I hope you can help me:

Is anyone else having trouble with the printer not printing? I have checked the connection but still no response. Any tips to fix this?

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by kees_b

Why do you call "not printing" a minor issue?

Most printers I see come with a user manual (usually as a pdf nowadays, or just a download link to that pdf) ) that tell you how to solve common errors, like paper jam or out of ink. An error message on the printer itself or on the PC that you use to print is a useful start of your investigation.

by birdmantd edited

Normally, I replace printers that stop working properly, rather than troubleshooting them. Most modern printers are less than $150 and honestly, I have little patience when they stop working as expected.

by astrodevanand edited

A Cannot print error usually means there’s a connection issue, low ink, paper jam or driver problem. Check these and restart your printer.

by jameshunter6421

I've had a similar problem with my SimpleTech printer before. Try restarting both the printer and your computer, and make sure the correct printer is set as the default. Also, reinstalling the drivers often helps.

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