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Steps to HP Deskjet 2542 Mobile Printer Offline Error Fix

Are you getting HP Deskjet 2542 Printer Offline error while printing from your Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 10 computer?
Don’t worry we are here to help you out. hp deskjet 2541 wireless setup
While using printers the most common issue we face is printer is offline. Though there are many reasons one may come across this issue but most of the time this issue arises when printer and computer are not able to communicate with each other or there might be a networking issue as we have developed a habit of using wireless printers lately.
We are going to discuss all the steps that can be taken in order to rectify HP Deskjet 2542 Printer Offline Error.
Method 1:
Check Printer connection — make sure your printer is connected to your computer properly.
1. Restart printer. Wait until the printer is fully ready.
2. Check your printer connection. Are you using HP Deskjet 2541 Printer via wireless, USB or ethernet cable? Check the connectivity and make sure the cables are securely attached for USB and ethernet cable. If you are using a wireless connection, make sure you are connected to the right network, internet access and IP address. A wireless icon on your printer will lit-up if you are connected.
2. Run Test Print. If problem not fixed proceed to the next step.
3. Go to Printers and Devices from Control Panel.
4. Select your printer. Right click to open drop down. Click on “See what’s printing”
5. Click on “Set as default printer”. hp deskjet 2542 wireless setup
6. Below the “Set as default printer” you can see your printer status — offline or paused. If the printer is paused, simply click on “Resume printing”. You can also set your printer to print offline.