Printing from OS 9.0 on G4 Powerbook 10.3.9

When I print from OS 9.0 environment I get an error message of -3158. Stating I need to be connected to a network to print. I don't think this is true. I used to be able to print. I have never used a network. Proper recent driver has been downloaded and entire system has been reloaded. HPs suggestion does not work and the Apple care packaged I paid for said they cannot help me. What do I do?

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