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HP error 75: Quick solutions to fix it when it pops up
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Are you trying to copy or print using yourHPprinter and you get aHPerror 75? Here’s how you can fix this in no time.
How to fix HP error 75
Solution 1: Check the power cable
HPrecommends that theprintershould be plugged in directly to a wall outlet, not a surge protector or battery backup, which may not allow sufficient voltage to get through to theprinter.
SometimesHPerror 75 may occur during the printing or copying process, when the level of current passing through to yourprinter, if using a UPS, surge protector, or power strip, fluctuates slightly causing inadequate power supply to theprinter.
When there’s inadequate power supply, you can get symptoms such as:
These and many other symptoms can be very frustrating.
Connecting or plugging directly to a power outlet on your wall ensures that a consistent level of power is supplied to aprinter, which prevents any printing problems.
It is also important when you are experiencing wireless connectivity,sleep mode, and other power problems with yourprinter.
If you need a new power cable, here are some suggestions:
Solution 2: Perform a Hard Reset
Although this may not be a guaranteed solution tosolve all your printer issues, it can solve a few and is often a good first aid step.
Here’s how to do a hard reset:
Once you complete the hard reset process, update your printer’s firmware. For Windows operating system users, you can get updates from the following sources:
While you’re at it, you can check for updates that include performance enhancements, bug fixes, and the latest features for yourHPprinter.
Did this resolve your issue? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Milan Stanojevic
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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
