Your printer keeps going offline
Your printer is losing its wireless connection to the router. This is caused by weak Wi-Fi signal or the printer getting a new network address. Both are fixable.
When your printer keeps going offline, it's losing its wireless connection to your router. The two most common causes are weak Wi-Fi signal at the printer's location and the printer getting a new IP address after router restarts. Neither requires replacing any hardware.
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⏱ 10-20 minutes
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Restarting your computer repeatedly—if the printer is offline, the problem is its connection to the router, not your computer
- Buying a new printer—a new printer in the same location will have the same signal problem
- Assuming your internet speed is the issue—slow internet and weak signal are different problems
Signs you need professional help
- Printer is in a weak signal location and can't be moved
- You want a mesh Wi-Fi node installed near the printer
- Static IP and driver settings haven't solved daily offline events
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