Can't print-but MacBook can see the printer
My Macbook Air can no longer "reach" the printer (a Samsung). I'm linked to an iMac. The Macbook see's a Samsung printer. When I go to PRINT, the printer actually makes a chirp. But the MacBook shows an error "Printing Stopped at Server". Nothing ever prints. Yet, I can print directly from the iMac.
Both systems are Mountain Lion
Printer is USB wired to iMac
MacBook Air can share screens (sharing with printing and screen sharing is checked in both machines).
OS X Mountain Lion: Troubleshoot a network printer
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I have ab HP 3250 e all in one printer. I have downloaded the software and installed on my Mac Book Air running OS X Mavericks. When I try to print from the Mac Book it shows that it is printing but nothing happens at the printer end. Why?
For some reason I cannot synch my iPhone notes with the Mac Book. How dodo I do this?
How do I change my primary email address on the Mac Book?Hello Bruarong,
It sounds like you are unable to print to your printer from Mac OS X Lion. I recommend the troublehsooting from the article named:
Troubleshooting printer issues in OS X
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3147
Follow these steps until the issue is addressed:
Make sure that the printer is powered on, has ink / toner, and that there are no alerts on the printer’s control panel. Note: If you cannot clear an alert on the printer's control panel, stop here and check the printer's documentation or contact the manufacturer for support.
Ensure the printer is properly connected to a USB port on the Mac or AirPort base station / Time Capsule. If the printer is a network-capable printer, make sure that it is properly connected to your home network.
Use Software Update to find and install the latest available updates. If an update is installed, see if the issue persists.
Open the Print & Scan pane or Print & Fax (Snow Leopard) pane in System Preferences.
Delete the affected printer, then add the printer again.
If the issue persists, try these additional steps:
Reset the printing system, then add the printer again.
If the issue still persists, reset the printing system again. Download and install your printer's drivers. Then, add the printer again.
Contact the printer vendor or visit their website for further assistance.
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Take care,
Sterling -
How can I get my macbook to recgonize the printer.
Sorry to confuse you people but well I was wondering how I can get my laptop to print while connecting the internet cord to my laptop and then after being able to print.
Also my printer is from 2003 and do you think I can be able to print from it wirelessly?? O_OShangqi wrote:
Sorry to confuse you people but well I was wondering how I can get my laptop to print while connecting the internet cord to my laptop and then after being able to print.
Also my printer is from 2003 and do you think I can be able to print from it wirelessly?? O_O
How do you expect anyone here to help you without any kind of relevant information regarding your printer. How about a manufacturer? Model number? You say you lost your manual? You obviously have internet access. Have you tried going to the manufacturer's website and seeing if there's an electronic copy available???? -
I cannot watch viedos on my ipad I can hear them but I cannot see the viedos
I Had a question why I cannot watch the viedos on Facebook I can hear the VIEDO but I am not seeing it why
It should be in the Videos app :
If it's not in there then have you got a film age rating set in Settings > General > Restrictions that is hiding it ? -
HT4437 can i use my macbook to see the camera screen on my iphone?
Is there a way to use my mackbook as a camera monitor for my iphone?
Yes, check this out:
http://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/39913/airbeam
There are more, search the web. -
Eprint says my document printed but nothing is on the printer.
how can I get it to print?
Hi platbear,
What printer are you using?
If I have helped in any way, just click the Kudos star on the left. Also, if your issue has been resolved, don't forget to select Accept as Solution -
Unable to Print, only Print To File, w/o the printing.
When I open up a PDF and try to print I am unable to print. The printing window pops up, and you can choose your print, but when I press the 'print' button, a window opens for Print To File, and when you save, nothing happens.
I have tried restarting the computer, upgrading, and even unistalling and reinstalling. I cannot figure it out!Look for the "print to file" option in the print menu and deselect it.
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I just got a macbook air and I cannot print on my home printer which is networked through my wife's window based computer. I can see the wifi network, I can see the printer, it is set as my default, but I can't print.
Any ideas?You may have to visit the printer manufacturer's web site and look into their support pages to get a print driver for your Mac, and install it. Or see if you can see if a driver may already be in your Mac by checking settings, since there are many drivers already installed in Mac OS X.
Good luck & happy computing! -
I can not print from my mac laptop. I have the airport extreme for wireless. I can print from my Mac using wireless but not my laptop. Laptop see the printer but says its offline when I attempt to print. Help!
Try this:
http://discussions.apple.com/message.jspa?messageID=8096765#8096765
Good luck! -
i did hold the ALT cmand r key but i cant see the globe i dont know how i can fix my macbook pro late 2008 can any 1 plzzzz help me im very upsate but i live PAKISTAN in here i cant find os x lion disk i dont know what to do if i get the os x lion usb
That does not work on model year older then 2010 and really doesn't work on any older then late 2011 models.
You will need a set of original system dvd disc thjat are always sypplied with every mac sold before Lion came out. Systems older then late release early 2011 models.
If you don't have them you kcan order a replacement set from apple by calling them. Have the serial number of you mac handy. -
Bear with me, I've not done this before. I can't seem to reliably print an envelope when using Pages. I go to "file" click "print", click "ok", see the printer icon flash in the dock with a red "1" (indicating a printing job), but then the icon disappears and nothing gets printed. I checked the printers queue and there is nothing there. The funny thing is, after many times hitting "print", twice I've had envelopes printed. ??? What's the secret?
Have you tested it from other software, such as TextEdit to establish that it is in fact Pages that is the problem?
Step us through Print Setup... and what you select when you send it off to print.
Peter
From the
Brother MFC-6800 Printer's User Guide:
How Can I load envelopes:
You can load envelopes from the multi-purpose sheet feeder. Your appliaction software must be set up to print the envelope size you are using. This is usually done in the Page Setup or Document Setup mebnu of your software. Refer to your appliaction manual
It also mentions an issue with paper thickness. -
Hi can anyone help me. I have a apple macbook laptop OSX 10.5.8 . When i push print, it shows my printer but says cannot communicate with printer. (epson stylus nx125). Do I need new drivers? Please help . regards Cindy
Welcome to Apple Support Communities. We're users here and do not speak for "Apple Inc."
Some basic printer troubleshooting steps before worrying about a printer driver:
1. Have you tried turning the printer off and back on?
2A. Is the printer attached with a cable?
If yes, have you tried unplugging and re-plugging both ends of the printer cable?
If that does not help, can you test the printer with another cable?
2B. If your printer is not connected to the computer with a cable, have you tried restarting your printer (assuming wireless connection)?
Have you tried restarting your wireless router?
3. Have you tried restarting your MacBook? (Be sure to save your work first.)
4. Does the printer have ink? (Doesn't usually generate a 'communications error' though)
5. Have you updated OS X or the program you're trying to print from recently? -
Hi,
I can't see the printer queue in Snow Leopard.
Either if I go to the Printer & Fax setting in the System Settings and try to open the printer queue it doesn't open.I have the same problem and I'd like to attach my issue to this thread.
I use a Brother HL5250DN printer connected via USB cable to an Airport Express base station. The model is supported by 10.6, drivers are installed and the printer appears properly on all the lists. I can print on it, I can set all the options, but I have no access to the queue whatsoever. I can print without problems, I just can't access the queue.
It doesn't appear in the Dock during printing.
Pressing the button in the Printer & Fax preferences window produces no result, error or feedback of any kind.
What's wrong? I tried reinstalling the drivers and the entire system, but without "Archive & Install" option I can't do much to ensure there are no left-overs from 10.5. Does anyone know a solution?
Thanks in advance.
Message was edited by: Krzysztof Zabko-Potopowicz -
Problems with Ipad and Canon printer PIxma Mg6250.
MY Ipad2 (iOS 5.0.1) can't see the printer canon mg6250, connected on wi-fi, seen by my Pc. Someone could help me?You need to update the printer's firmware to 2.0.
Go to http://www.canon.ie/Support/Consumer_Products/products/Fax__Multifunctionals/Ink Jet/PIXMA_MG_series/PIXMA_MG6250.aspx?type=download&page=1
It is really hard to find what you need but it is at canon Ireland. -
I can no longer print to the 3 Canon printers on my local area network. The print dialog box states that the print file is accepted and the job is printing, but the files never print. Everything worked when the computer and printers were initially set up.
There may be some security issues related to the USPS PDFs.
http://www.certified-mail-envelopes.com/signatures-usps-certified-mail-return-receipt-requested
I can't help with the scan/print problem. You seem to have done everything I would try.
I don't know if maybe using a registry cleaner would help.
John Hoffman
Conway, NH
1D Mark IV, Rebel T5i, Pixma PRO-100, MX472
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