Using both Gutenprint and HP printer driver

I have a HP Laserjet 3200 B&W connected by USB to my Macbook. Occasionally I would like to scan and print in color using my wife's HP G85 AIO. The 3200 prints great using Gutenprint (and not at all with the HP printer driver). I can scan on the G85 using USB if I install the old HP G-series driver for it (v. 7.3.1 from 2005). When I move back to the 3200, however, I can't print on it (message: "Generic Class: Waiting for Device") until I uninstall the HP driver and related software for the G85.
I know these are old printers, but they still work great. I don't mind carrying my Macbook from printer to printer, but having to install and uninstall drivers is too much bother. What solutions have other people found? Surely someone has experienced this problem and found an answer!
Thanks!
dimoco9

dimoco9 wrote:
When I move back to the 3200, however, I can't print on it (message: "Generic Class: Waiting for Device") until I uninstall the HP driver and related software for the G85.
Try unplugging the USB connection for the G85. That might stop the HP software from blocking the 3200.
Matt

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