Printer offline: connection, IP and queue checks

Check the possible causes in order. If connection and device checks pass, use the exact model guide to investigate driver compatibility.

Power and status

Check the device display and whether the queue is paused or marked offline.

Connection address

For a network printer, compare its current IP with the configured port. For USB, test a direct cable connection.

When to check the driver

If a device self-test succeeds but the computer test page fails, check the exact model and operating system.

Find the matching model driver

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Official reference: Operating system support guidance · 2026-10-10