T61 / Finding Networked Printer to install on laptop.

I'm trying to install a network printer on my laptop that is ethernet wired to my router. I'm trying to install the networked printer on my laptop, but cannot get the software to see the printer on the network. It can't seem to find it. I spoke with HP and they didn't want to change settings on laptop, suggested IBM support. Lenovo offers no support as it's over 1 year. Any thoughts - ? They think that it could be a firewall that's blocking the laptop from seeing it. We disabled windows firewall and norton, to no avail ? HELP ......ideas are welcome.

What operating system do yoyu have installed on your T61?
Its not clear from your message what is "wired" to your router. Are you connecting your laptop to your router via wired Ethernet connection, or are you connecting via a WiFi connection?
Cheers,
Bill
I don't work for Lenovo

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Hello again,
OK, thanks for the updated information. Try these steps...
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Link below for some useful information on getting your printer back on the network........Good Luck!
http://www.hp.com/global/us/en/wireless/reconfiguring-system-help3.html
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Hi,
Please read the following article:
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Is there any methods to use network printer without installing driver?

We have some embeded win7 devices which we cannot install drivers to.
Is there any methods to use network printer without installing driver?

Hi,
Please refer to your other post:
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Unable to find network printer HP OfficeJet Pro 8600

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