HP Envy Inspire Printer not connecting to my HP Laptop

Since the printer worked until yesterday and HP already confirmed the printer itself is connected, focus on removing the current Windows printer entry and forcing a clean reinstall.

1. Power cycle the printer.
   • Turn the printer off.
   • Unplug it for 30 seconds.
   • Plug it back in and turn it on.
2. Confirm the laptop and printer are on the same Wi‑Fi network.
   • If there are multiple wireless routers, extenders, or separate SSIDs, make sure both devices are connected to the same network.
   • On the printer, run its wireless connectivity test if that option is available.
3. Remove the existing printer from Windows 11.
   • Go to Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners.
   • Select the HP Envy Inspire 7258e printer.
   • Select Remove and confirm with Yes.
4. Reinstall the printer.
   • In Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners.
   • Make sure the printer is on and connected.
   • Select Add device or Refresh.
   • If the printer appears, select Add device.
   • If it does not appear, select Add manually.
5. If automatic install still fails, reinstall it manually.
   • After selecting Add manually, choose the option that best matches the setup.
   • If connecting the printer directly by USB for setup, choose Add a local printer or network printer with manual settings.
   • Select the correct port, then Next.
   • If prompted for a driver:
     • Select Windows Update, or
     • Select Have Disk if printer software came with the device.
   • Choose the printer manufacturer and model, then finish setup.
   • Print a test page at the end to confirm it works.
6. If Windows still cannot install the driver, install a compatible driver from the printer manufacturer.
   • Download the driver that matches Windows 11 and the laptop system type.
   • Install it, then restart the laptop.
   • After restart, return to Printers & scanners and add the printer again.
7. If the problem started right after a driver update, try rolling back the printer driver.
   • Open Device Manager.
   • Expand Printers or Print queues.
   • Right-click the printer and select Properties.
   • On the Driver tab, select Roll Back Driver if available.
   • Restart the laptop.
8. If needed, verify the printer is not in an error state.
   • In Printers & scanners, if the status shows Printer in error state, check for low paper, low ink, an open cover, or a paper jam.

References:

• Windows 11
• Windows 10