Os10.8 does not recognize hp 4000 printer

Question

My iMac with OS 10.8.4 does not recognize my HP LaserJet 4000tn on my ethernet network.  I have downloaded Apple's latest version of HP printer drivers 2.14. Have been on the phone with tech support-not helpful.  Have tried to connect with USB cable...no diffence.  Entered the IP address and found the printer on the pull down but received the message "Unable to verify the printer on your network."  I would really like to continue to use this printer with my new computer.  Is there a solution?

Answer 1

Just to add more detailed info on hooking it up via Ethernet. This is for a 5000N, so the finding and printing out the IP address of the printer may be a bit different, but otherwise should work the same.
1) At the printer. Press the Menu button to the right once so the display reads, "Information Menu". Press the Item button twice to the right so the display reads, "Print Configuration". Press the Select button. The printer will kick out two sheets. On the first page under the "Printer Information" heading is the IP address for your printer. It's the second entry from the bottom labeled, "HP JetSend Address: ip: 192.168.5.6 (your actual address will of course be different).
2) In the "Print & Fax" heading of the System Preferences, remove any entries for the 5000. Click the Add button and then the IP button. Under the Protocol pull down menu, choose "HP Jet Direct - Socket". Under "Address:", enter the IP address on your printout, like my example of 192.168.5.6. Under "Name:", put in something meaningful, like "HP LaserJet 5000N". Assuming you have the PPD installed, then under "Print Using:' choose "HP LaserJet 5000 Series". Click the Add button.