Connect wireless printer to macbook air

I'm trying everything I can think of....Macbook seems to recognize the printer, but I keep getting a "Printer is not connected" message. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Well, I assume what you upgraded was your Operating System, though I'm a little doubtful because I would expect it to take several hours to upgrade from the four year old Leopard to the current Mountain Lion (version 10.8.2).  So I wonder what software you actually upgraded ...
Anyway, assuming you're running the very latest software, and have the very latest firmware on your printer, here's a general troubleshooting guide.  I know it says it's for iOS, but a lot is applicable:
1.  The "AirPrint enabled printer" list applies.
2.  The "If you are unable to print ..." section at the bottom lists good things to check.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4356
I hope this helps.

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