HP laserjet m1212nf - Manual (Page 242)

Solve network problems
Check the following items to verify that the product is communicating with the network. Before
beginning, print a configuration page.
Problem Solution
Poor physical connection Verify that the product is attached to the correct network port using a cable of the
correct length.
Verify that cable connections are secure.
Look at the network port connection on the back of the product, and verify that the
amber activity light and the green link-status light are lit.
If the problem continues, try a different cable or port on the hub.
The computer is unable to communicate
with the product. Use the command prompt to ping the product from your computer. For example:
ping 192.168.45.39
Verify that the ping displays round-trip times, which indicates that it is working.
If the ping command failed, verify that the network hubs are on, and then verify that
the network settings, the product, and the computer are all configured for the same
network.
Incorrect link and duplex settings Hewlett-Packard recommends leaving this setting in automatic mode (the default
setting).
Incorrect IP address for the product on
the computer Use the correct IP address. The IP address is listed on the configuration page.
Open the printer properties and click the Ports tab. Verify that the current IP
address for the product is selected.
● If you installed the product using the HP standard TCP/IP port, select the box
labeled Always print to this printer, even if its IP address changes.
● If you installed the product using a Microsoft standard TCP/IP port, use the
hostname instead of the IP address.
If the IP address is correct, delete the product and then add it again.
New software programs have caused
compatibility problems. Verify that any new software programs are correctly installed and that they use the
correct printer driver.
Your computer or workstation is set up
incorrectly. Check the network drivers, printer drivers, and the network redirection.
Verify that the operating system is configured correctly.
The protocol is disabled, or other
network settings are incorrect. Review the configuration page to check the status of the protocol. Enable it if
necessary.
Reconfigure the network settings if necessary.
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