Network printing with HP 2100 TN

I've been unable to print to a Hewlett Packard networked Laserjet 2100TN. It is not visible under 10.3.9 or 10.4 (MacBook). I have tried using the IP address but without success. I have tried GIMP drivers as suggested in earlier answers, same result. The printer is connected by ethernet cable to the network; the OS X units are connecting to the network via Airport. Older units, still on OS 9, can access the printer perfectly. The OS X units can access a more modern HP 1320 postscript model in a different office without difficulty. Any clues?
Mac OS X (10.3.9)
Mini Mac OS X (10.3.9)

Since you have downloaded and installed printer drivers from 2006 (pre-Leopard) I recommend that you perform an optional install of the hp printer drivers only off of the leopard install disk.
Then click on the below link that outlines what to do based on your install and printer setup.
HP LaserJet 2100 Printer series - HP LaserJet Printer Series - Mac OS X V10.5 (Leopard) Printer Setup
http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&obje ctID=c01210359&prodTypeId=18972&prodSeriesId=25469

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