Every app crashes when I try to print

Question

Every time I try to print, or even select Page Setup, the application closes. I also cannot choose Print & Fax in System Preferences. I have an HP DeskJet 810C connected to a USB port on my iMac G5 running OS X 10.3.9.
Recent software updates are Security Update 2006-003 (PowerPC); QuickTime; and iMac G5 Sleep Light. Also, last month I could not power up. The repair shop confirmed bulging and venting capacitors on the Logic Board, and installed replacement Logic Board and Power Supply. All fixed.
I'm not sure when I lost the ability to print, because I don't print often. Don't know if it was immediately after a software update or after the recent repair. But I have printed in the past running OS X 10.3.9 with no problem.
I downloaded HP DeskJet driver; did not fix problem. Any ideas?
iMac G5   Mac OS X (10.3.9)   1.8 ghz, 256mb

Answer 1

Toste,
I'd try the following:
1. Open Utilities>Disk Utility and run Repair Permissions (under the First Aid tab).
If apps still close when trying to print:
2. Disconnect your USB hub/printer from the computer and power the printer and (if you have it) hub down. Power up and reconnect to the computer.
Try printing. Still no luck?
3. Open System Preferences>Print&Fax>Set Up Printers. Highlight your printer and delete it. Then "Add" it back in.
Still no luck?
4. Try downloading Printer Setup Repair. It has a 7 day trial period, and could fix your problem.
Finally this Thread by Gulliver may have some answers for you if the above fails.
I hope one of these helps,
Bob