Network printer busy

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I am trying to change the IP address of my printer, but I get the
message "Cannot change IP address because printer is in use"". I have
tried unplugging and plugging the printer back both power and cable. I
have rebooted my server, all to no avail.I cannot print at all and
always get the message "Network printer busy" when I do that.
Any ideas? Would appreciate any input about this.
 
Re: Network printer busy

In news:1f357087-d674-46bd-ad72-64043e23f10d@f63g2000hsf.googlegroups.com,
john <johnbahran@hotmail.com> typed:
> I am trying to change the IP address of my printer, but I get the
> message "Cannot change IP address because printer is in use"". I have
> tried unplugging and plugging the printer back both power and cable. I
> have rebooted my server, all to no avail.I cannot print at all and
> always get the message "Network printer busy" when I do that.
> Any ideas? Would appreciate any input about this.

What is giving you that error? Windows or the printer? If Windows, delete
the printer, change the IP physically on the printer through it's display
setup screen, then re-add it with the new IP.

If the printer itself is giving you the error, find out how to reset it to
factory defaults, search on Google for that printer model on how to change
it's IP, or call the manufacturer if still having problems.

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MVP Microsoft MVP - Directory Services
Microsoft Certified Trainer

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