How To Reset HP Printer?

With the rapid development of technology, printers have become an indispensable part of our daily life and work. However, in the process of using it, we may encounter various problems, such as the inability to switch languages, setting errors, lost passwords, frequent error messages, unresponsive printers, system overload, and poor print quality. At this point, resetting the printer may be an effective solution. In this article, we will explore under what circumstances you need to reset your printer and detail how to reset your HP printer, including both soft reset and hard reset methods.

What Is A Printer Reset?

In the printer world, reset usually refers to the process of restoring the printer's settings to their initial or default state. This helps resolve issues such as misconfiguration, performance degradation, or software conflicts. Depending on the extent of the reset, we can categorize it as a soft reset or a hard reset.

Soft Reset: A soft reset refers to resetting certain functions or settings of the printer through software or the control panel without changing the printer's hardware settings. This method is usually used to solve some simple configuration problems or temporary faults.

Hard Reset: A hard reset, on the other hand, involves restoring the printer to all of its factory settings and configuration. This involves changing hardware settings or performing a specific sequence of operations and, therefore, completely restores the printer to its original state.

Note: We recommend that you use a soft reset first and a hard reset second. A hard reset involves restoring your printer to its factory settings, which will delete all your previous customizations, so if you have important data, it is recommended that you back it up first to avoid data loss.

When To Reset The Printer?

Can't Switch Languages: When a problem with the printer's language settings prevents it from switching or displaying properly, resetting the printer may help restore the default language settings.

Want To Change Settings: If you need to make a lot of setting changes to the printer and a soft reset does not satisfy your needs, consider performing a hard reset.

Don't Know The Password And Can't Activate Network And WiFi: If the printer is set up with password protection, but the password is lost or forgotten, preventing it from connecting to the network or activating the WiFi function, a printer reset may be a solution.

Numerous Error Messages, Displaying Error Codes Or Messages: For example, an error such as an "Out of Paper" warning appears even though the paper has been correctly inserted into the paper tray. In this case, resetting the printer may solve the problem.

Printer Not Responding: When the printer is not working properly or responding to commands, a reset may help restore its functionality.

System Overload: When the printer slows down or crashes because it is processing too many tasks or data, a reset may help clear the cache and reset system resources.

Poor Print Quality: Documents with faded colors, smudges, unaligned text, etc., may be caused by improper printer settings or hardware problems. Resetting the printer restores its print quality settings and may resolve these problems.

How To Reset A HP Printer?

In the event of a printer problem, you have two options: a soft reset to try to get the printer working again or a hard reset to factory settings. A soft reset is a quick fix for a minor problem, while a hard reset is a full reset that may remove customization. The latter needs to be chosen carefully, especially for office printers with many customized settings and connections. Therefore, it may be worth trying a soft reset first.

How To Soft Reset HP Printer？

The following is a general guide for soft resetting your HP printer:

1. Turn off and disconnect the printer's power cord (unplug the power cord from the wall).
2. Wait approximately 30 seconds to ensure that the power is completely off.
3. Connect the power cord back to the printer and or plug it back into the outlet.
4. Turn on the printer and check if the error still exists. Note: If the problem is still not resolved, consider performing a hard reset as the next step.

How To Hard Reset A HP Printer?

Here are a few ways how to factory-set your HP printer:

Restoring Factory Settings Through The Printer Control Panel

Note: The specific operation of the printer varies from model to model. HP printers are equipped with different control panel screens, both with and without a touch screen. The following will provide you with detailed information, and please select the appropriate method according to your printer type. The following is an example of a printer with a touchscreen panel: the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M283fdw factory reset.

1. Go to the home screen and click on the Settings icon.
2. From there, find the General menu.
3. Somewhere at the bottom, find the "Reset Factory Settings" option and select it.
4. Click Reset.
5. At this point, if you continue to operate your HP color LaserJet Pro MFP M283fdw printer, it will warn you about data loss.
6. Select Reset again to confirm.

Restoring Factory Settings Via Embedded Web Server

Step 1: Obtain the IP address of the HP printer

1. HP Smart application: On the application home screen, click the printer image, then click Network Information to find the IP address.
2. Printers with a touchscreen control panel: On the control panel, open the Wireless Summary or Network Settings menu to find the IP address.
3. Printers without a touchscreen control panel: At the control panel, press the Info button to print an information report, then find the IP address on the printout. Printing reports from the control panel may vary by printer model. Refer to the printer manual or online support for that model.

Step 2: Once you have obtained the IP of the printer, you can perform a hard reset of the printer through your browser (EWS) as follows:

1. Enter the IP address in the address bar of your browser.
2. Your browser may warn you that you are visiting a suspicious website - because we are accessing a piece of hardware, your HP printer. Click Warning.
3. When you're done, go to the General tab at the top of the screen.
4. Now, in the lower left-hand corner, you'll find "Reset Factory Settings".
5. Click the Reset button and wait for the printer to turn back on.

Resetting HP Printers With The HP Smart Application

HP+ is the company's attempt to make this easier for you. If you use the HP Smart application (with an HP account), you can reset the printer remotely:

1. Sign in to the HP Smart app on your device
2. Select the printer you want to reset to go to the settings page
3. Now, go to Advanced Settings and select Restore Factory Settings
4. Confirm your selection and wait for the HP printer to complete the process.

Summarize

Resetting your HP printer is an effective way to solve some common problems. A soft reset is usually used to restore certain features or settings of the printer, while a hard reset restores the printer to all factory settings and configurations. When choosing a reset method, make sure you back up important settings and data to avoid losing important information. If the problem persists, it is recommended to contact HP Technical Support for further assistance.