i just replaced my Epson WorkForce with a new HP office jet. I have spent countless hours trying to connect this HP and get it set up. Waited an hour for online chat and was hung up on when I called. It’s going back!
I would love to know what others have found as a good home 3 in 1 printer for Mac. Any suggestions appreciated?
My vote for compatibility, setup and ease of use goes to Epson.
I replaced a 12 year old Epson with an Epson Eco-Tank 3 years ago and have had no problems using it with any of our Mac’s (on macOS 10.13 thru 12.2) or iOS devices.
My vote for compatibility, setup and ease of use goes to Epson.
I replaced a 12 year old Epson with an Epson Eco-Tank 3 years ago and have had no problems using it with any of our Mac’s (on macOS 10.13 thru 12.2) or iOS devices.
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Apple sells HP printers in the Apple Store, and I also believe that they are usually the best brand.
What issues do you have when you try to connect your printer?
Have you tried to delete all HP software and Apps, then Reset the printing system on your Mac to solve a problem - Apple Support, and finally Add a printer to your printer list so you can use it on Mac - Apple Support?
Jack
No I haven’t. I followed HP instructions to set it up and installed the HP Smart software. I didn’t know if I could set up the printer without it or not. Are you saying to get rid of the HP smart software?
Basically it won’t maintain a connection with my network. It keeps switching to offline. It will print and the. Suddenly drop offline and stop responding. I try to scan something and it says Scanning not available at this time.
I have tried some things from the HP websites but can’t find and clear answers. The software sends me to subscribe to a monthly paid support program…to set up a brand new printer!
Did not have any issues with my Epson.
No I haven’t. I followed HP instructions to set it up and installed the HP Smart software. I didn’t know if I could set up the printer without it or not. Are you saying to get rid of the HP smart software?
Yes. Follow the setup steps I gave earlier.
Jack
Can I set up and connect without using the HP Smart software somehow? It seems problematic and slow when it does work.
No luck. Now it just says offline all the time.
Best 3 in 1 home printer for mac
