Wireless printer connection from iMac desktop

Have had iMac desktop for a month an it suddenly wouldn't connect print as it did previously. However, I can print from my iPad. I followed directions to reset up and it asked for my password. My Apple ID password didn't work nor did my wifi or google passwords. I'm sure my Apple ID is correct so what do I do now?

Posted on Jun 21, 2019 1:32 PM

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den.thed

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Jun 21, 2019 1:55 PM in response to ezbob13

Follow the steps at > If you can't print from your Mac or iOS device - Apple Support

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