AirPort Extreme/HP C4108 printer not connecting
My Extreme is working fine for internet connectivity, but when trying to print, during the time when a connection is attempting to be established, it always ends in "Print Job Stopped." I've gone back into the AirPort Utility and MAC printer utilities to verify that the HP C4100 series printer is listed. I've also unplugged and plugged back in the USB cable on the back of the printer and on the Base Station. Lastly, I've turned off and back on the printer. Nothing is working to solve the problem. Any solution forthcoming? One will be much appreciated.
Thank you,
Dr. Eriv
HP Printers (and others) not on compatibility list and Airport Extreme Printing
http://tech.ifelix.net/1300.html
Using the Gimp-Print drivers for the HP PhotoSmart P1000 printer.
The supplied HP drivers will not work when the printer is connected to an Airport base station.
iFelix
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