Printing from my iMac via Wifi

I have an iMac with OSX 10.5.8
I also have an HP LaserJet 1536dnf MFP printer.
The printer is connected via an ethernet cable (Cat5) to an Airport Extreme.
The iMac is connected to the Airport Extreme's network wirelessly.
I can't seem to get the iMac to see the printer, let alone use it. But I also have two MacBooks, both of which have no problems finding and using the same printer.
What can I do to make my iMac work with the printer?

what is your MAC OSX version?

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