Unable to complete printer setup

Here you’ll find a list of the most common printer setup issues and quick fix solutions. There are a few simple steps that you have to follow to troubleshoot the printer setup issues.

Windows 11

  1. In Windows, search for and open Check for updates, and then wait while Windows searches for and automatically installs any available updates
  2. Turn off the printer.
  3. In Windows, search for and open Add or remove programs.
  4. In the list of installed programs, find the name of your printer.
  5. If the name of your printer is in the list, click Uninstall, and then follow the prompts.
  6. Restart the computer and turn on the printer.
  7. In Windows, search for and open Printers & scanners, and then find the name of your printer.
  8. If your printer is in the list, select it, and then click Remove device > Yes.

Does your printer have Windows 11 drivers available?
  1. Run the Printer Troubleshooter
  2. Update the Relevant Drivers
  3. Restart the Print Spooler
  4. Recheck Your Default Printer
  5. Disable the Firewall
  6. Check for New Windows Updates
  7. Remove Your Last Windows 11 Update