Verifying that the printer is on and online

Verifying that the printer is on and online


Check the following items to make sure the printer is ready to print.

1. Is the printer plugged in and turned on?

Make sure that the printer is plugged in and turned on. If the problem persists, you might have a defective power cable, power source, or printer.

2. Is the printer Ready light on?

If the light is blinking, you might need to wait until the current job is completed.

3. Is the printer control panel display blank?
Make sure the printer is turned on.
Make sure the printer is installed correctly.
4. Does a message other than Ready appear on the printer control panel display?
See your printer documentation for a complete list of control panel messages and corrective actions.
HP Color Laserjet 2605 Verifying that the printer is on and online