Why does the printer stop without notice?

Hello all, I'm sharing a printer with Mac OS Server (10.3) and the problem is that it stops randomly, I mean it works properly but sometimes the server stops the queue without a notice. The printer is HP 4100
It usually fails when a user sen a .PDF file. If somebody can help me I would be grateful.
Thanks.

salkenward
Welcome to the HP Community Forum.
This issue is frequently caused by a driver malfunction although the problem could be just about anything.
You didn't provide any information.
The good news:  You can still help yourself and there is lots of help available, including -- in many cases -- the printer software for your computer so you can reinstall and be on your way again.
Install Full Feature Software – Printer
Take a look at the helpful videos if you need help with the installation.
Take a look, too, at the Troubleshooting / How-to / Solve a problem sections for more help on just about everything "printer".
There is a new "Print Doctor" in town for many printer models.  If there is a new print Doctor program for your model, it will be in your printer software webpages under Utilities or Diagnostics.
Click the Kudos Thumbs-Up to show you appreciate the help and time from our Experts.
Although I strive to reflect HP's best practices, I do not work for HP. 
Click Accept as Solution when the Answer is a good Fix or Workaround!
Kind Regards,
Dragon-Fur

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