Why doesn't my MacBook Air 12.5.1 connect with the HP LaserJet p1102w

Hi,

Have you tested the macOS 12 driver from HP (with a new release date = Aug 18, 2022)? It may or may not work with your system.

https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/selfservice/hp-laserjet-pro-p1102-printer-series/4110394/model/4110306

As always, make sure that you have backup copies of all important files before testing anything.

The HP LaserJet P1102w is not mentioned in About AirPrint - Apple Support (US edition, July 01, 2022). However, an HP LaserJet P1102w Printer was listed as an AirPrint-supported model in an old (February 13. 2012) iOS: AirPrint 101 Apple article (HT4356). Possibly an early firmware/AirPrint version? There have been printer firmware updates made available via the HP download pages for the P1102w (but these files will be shown only if macOS 10.14 or earlier is selected). Whether this would change anything is unclear, though. If the driverless AirPrint technology in fact would work with this printer, one should not have to install drivers from the manufacturer, provided that the printer and the MacBook Air are connected to the same network (Wi-Fi router).

Add a printer to your printer list so you can use it on Mac – Apple Support (UK)

Reset the printing system on your Mac to solve a problem – Apple Support (UK)

Please refer to Check if a printer is working or has a problem on Mac - Apple Support.

macOS only incorporates native support for AirPrint-enabled printers and multifunction devices: About AirPrint - Apple Support. The HP LaserJet p1102w does not appear on that list.