Accidentally deleted my printer form my Mac
I accidentally deleted my HP OfficeJet Pro 6970 from my Mac. How can I restore it?
iMac 27″, macOS 10.15
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I accidentally deleted my HP OfficeJet Pro 6970 from my Mac. How can I restore it?
iMac 27″, macOS 10.15
Hi,
This model appears to support Apple's AirPrint technology, so it should work without additional drivers, provided that the printer and the computer are connected to the same network (Wi-Fi router).
If applicable, double-check the Wi-Fi settings (please note that the printer can use the 2.4 GHz band only).
AirPrint works with wireless (Wi-Fi) or wired (Ethernet) network connections. This means that you can choose to wire the printer by Ethernet cable to one of the LAN ports of the router instead of using a wireless connection. Ethernet may be more stable.
You may want to reset the printing system. Then try to re-add the printer (using AirPrint).
Reset the Mac printing system to solve a problem – Apple Support (UK)
Add a printer on Mac – Apple Support (UK)
A USB connection would require printer drivers from the manufacturer.
Hi,
This model appears to support Apple's AirPrint technology, so it should work without additional drivers, provided that the printer and the computer are connected to the same network (Wi-Fi router).
If applicable, double-check the Wi-Fi settings (please note that the printer can use the 2.4 GHz band only).
AirPrint works with wireless (Wi-Fi) or wired (Ethernet) network connections. This means that you can choose to wire the printer by Ethernet cable to one of the LAN ports of the router instead of using a wireless connection. Ethernet may be more stable.
You may want to reset the printing system. Then try to re-add the printer (using AirPrint).
Reset the Mac printing system to solve a problem – Apple Support (UK)
Add a printer on Mac – Apple Support (UK)
A USB connection would require printer drivers from the manufacturer.
Thank you Jan for your valuable tips. After reviewing all my settings and following your guidance, I was able to overcome my problem. Most grateful!
You're welcome! Glad to hear that.
Accidentally deleted my printer form my Mac