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Every printer in the market goes through some errors or issues at some point. Well, no device can be perfect at all. Canon inc. tries their best to provide a trouble-free printing experience with their printers. However, users can face some issues regarding ink on the printer.     

There can be two cases of such printing issues, the first is no ink on the printer page, and the second is low or faded print ink on output. If your canon printer is attempting to print, but the ink isn’t printing on the paper, then it may happen because of a few reasons such as;

1. There is no ink in the tank or Bubble Jet.

2. Clogged Printhead nozzles on the ink cartridge.

3. You didn’t remove the Protective cap or tape completely.

4. BJ cartridge replacement is needed.

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If your Canon printer model faces issues like no ink on printing result pages, you can go through a few processes.

By seeing the Nozzle Check Pattern, you can confirm if the tank has enough ink and whether the ink ejects from the printhead nozzles.

• Go to the MultiPASS control panel and press on the Function option.

• Swipe right with the “>” and stop swap when Nozzle Check appears.

• Press the Start/Copy button. 

• If you see Nozzle isn’t printing properly, clean the printhead at least five times.

 After installing BC-21e Color BJ Cartridge, four colors will be shown – Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. A missing line is normal in colors.   

When you find the ink is full but not printing on paper, then you should perform printhead cleaning of Canon printer by following these steps;

1. Tap on Function from Canon printer display.

2. Swipe right until you see the “Head Cleaning” option.

3. Tap on “Start/Copy.”

4. Try these steps at least 5 to 6 times.

5. Again print Nozzle Check Pattern. 

6. Replace the Cartridge or BJ Tank if you don’t see ink on the paper.

If the printhead is damaged, you can replace BC-21e Color BJ Cartridge.

When you replace a BJ tank and the Canon printer is turned on, I will say, leave the BJ cartridge as it is. You can see Color Ink Empty or Black Ink Empty notice in the MultiPASS. Make sure you replace the relative ink tank.        

1. On your Canon printer, two options appear Function and Resume and look for CARTRIDGE. Once you find it, click press this button.

2. Lift the Printer cover or Automatic Document Feeder.

3. Wait a while, and printer carriage doesn’t work.

4. If you see carriage is centered, locate the black BJ tank on the right and the color BJ tank on the left.

5. Pull the tab and discard the empty BJ tank.

6. Open or unbox the new BJ tank, then slide it into the empty slot.

7. Press on the tab until it snaps into place.

8. Tap on “Cartridge” and close the Printer Cover.

9. Perform printhead cleaning once.       

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If there is no ink remaining or the level is low, you should replace the ink cartridge with the below steps;

• Step 1- Tap on the “Cartridge” button on your Canon printer.

• Step 2- Pull the Printer Cover up and wait until the carriage is centered.

• Step 3- Locate the empty ink tank and unlock the cartridge by lifting the lever.

• Step 4- Discard the ink cartridge from MultiPASS.

• Step 5- Take out the BJ cartridge packaging.

• Step 6- Slide and place the new cartridge against the holder’s back.

• Step 7- Lock the cartridge by pressing down the lever.

• Step 8- Tap on “Cartridge,” close the cover and perform printhead cleaning.         

Try printing with a Canon printer after you perform all the above instructions. This time ink should print perfectly on your paper.      

Canon printers are multi-functionality printers available to copy, scan, and even fax your documents and images, other than only print them. The Canon printers support printing from your PCs as well as other devices such as smartphones, iPads, tablets, and more. In addition, they are flexible enough to be used from any corner of your home using the wireless connectivity option it supports. 

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Like any other printer, the Canon printer also comes across certain errors and issues. Its printing issue may arise due to more than one cause. One may encounter the issues such as not printing, printing blank pages, not responding, wireless printing not working, etc. Given below are some of the ways to deal with such problems in your Canon printers. 

You can fix your Canon IJ printer issues using some of the simple steps mentioned below:

• Firstly, you need to ensure the power supply to your printer by checking the power cord if it is connected properly or not.

• To begin with the Canon IJ printer troubleshooting, press and hold the power button of your printer.

• Check if the flashlight of your printer is flickering. If it is, wait for it to get lit.

• Your Canon printer wire connected to your PC should not be loose. If it is, plug it in tightly.

• You need to ascertain the USB cable you are using to connect to your PC and printer must be compatible with both devices.

• Check for the network connections to ensure the wireless connection method of printing with your Canon IJ printer.

• Make sure the papers are loaded in an arranged manner on the paper tray of your Canon printer.

• You will be able to print with your device only if your printer is added to your device. If not, add your printer manually.

• You must ensure the correct configuration of your Canon IJ printer to resolve not printing issue.

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This issue arises in your Canon printers when your printer loses communication with your PC or a MAC. You can fix this issue using the steps given below:

• Try resetting your PC operating system and then proceed with the printing process.

• On having low signal strength, it is recommended to get your printer near your network router's range.

• You can check your printer's signal strength by printing the Network Settings sheet and do the required adjustments to fix the problem.

• To ensure your printer is in communication with your network router, power off your printer and router and then power on both the devices.

• Try turning off the activated firewall software, which may be blocking the connection between the PC and the printer.  

• Check whether or not your PC and a Canon printer are connected to the same network.

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Your Canon printer may encounter numerous issues while you attempt to print, scan, and copy your documents and images. These issues occur in the form of error codes, and each error code signifies a different issue arising while you operate your Canon printer.

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There may be different reasons behind these error codes in your printing process. The most common reason for these error codes is when your printer is unidentifiable to its connected devices. Some of the reasons include (not limited to) the following issues:

• Paper jam 

• Ink cartridge 

• Connection issue

• Uninstalling or reinstalling of your printer

Below are a few error codes one may encounter while performing different functions with their Canon printers. They are as follows:

• E02:It occurs when your printer runs out of paper.
  To fix this, you need to reload your paper tray with the bundle of sheets in an arranged manner.

• E03:This code results from paper jamming in your Canon printer or the cover of your printer opened.
  Make sure you avoid the opening and closing of the cover during the printing process. Also, if the paper is jammed inside your printer, try to remove it by pulling it with your hands slowly and then pressing the printer’s OK button.

• E04:This error code comes as a result of incorrect installation of your ink cartridges.
  You can consider pull back the output tray to remove the ink cartridges and reinstall them correctly.

• E05:This comes as a result of unidentifiable ink cartridges.
  You may consider rechecking your printer’s ink cartridges, installing them correctly, or replacing them with appropriate and compatible cartridges to get over this error.

• E08:This error reflects when your printer’s ink absorber is almost full.
  This can either be resolved by resetting your printer or by replacing the ink absorber of your printer.

• E09:If this error arrives, the protective material or a tape is still attached to the cartridge holder.
  To avoid this error, pull out the tape or a protective layer of your ink cartridge holder.

• E11:This happens when current print settings do not allow printing.
  To overcome this error, the print settings must be changed.

• E12:When specific data seems unprintable, this error occurs.
  In this case, you need to make sure authentic Canon FINE cartridges of all colors are installed and then try printing once again.

• E13:This error is possible when your ink cartridge is empty.
  In this case, you can consider using the genuine Canon cartridges for eminent printing.

• E14:Unrecognizable ink cartridges lead to such errors.
  You can check whether the cartridges are installed properly. It may also be possible the ink cartridges are incompatible with your printer. Ensure using correct and compatible ink cartridges.

• E16:When your printer runs out of ink, this error is possible.
  You can replace the ink cartridge with the new and compatible one. You can also press and hold the printer’s Stop button for at least 5 seconds to continue with the printing in the case when ink is about to run out.

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If you’ve installed your new Canon printer model or trying with an older one, then your printer doesn’t sometimes respond when you connect to your system or device.

Several reasons can be behind the Canon printer Offline error as your device may not communicate to the canon printer, and simultaneously there are various possible solutions as well. In this article, we’ll try covering up each possible cause and solution.         

A few solutions of printer not responding are;

• Reset your canon printer

• Update printer drivers

• Check the network communication

• Reinstall the drivers if required.

Here are complete solutions in detail, read and try on your printer.

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Resetting is the best solution for your Canon printer to respond to the system. Go through below steps

• Turn Off your Canon printer model by powering it off.

• Remove the USB cable if connected.

• At least for 10 minutes, unplug the printer power.

• Once 10 minutes are finished, plug the printer power back in.     

• Reconnect the data cable for a communication issue solution.

• Turn on the printer again.

• Now check whether you can print or not.

• In case, Canon printer isn’t printing, and you can access, remove and replace the carriage ink.

• In network models, the errors can occur due to a new router name or password change, etc.

Old canon printer drivers may be uncorrupted or not supporting your system now. Therefore, it requires reinstallation or update.

• Go to a Canon printer official site, for example, ij.start.canon or canon.com/ijsetup.

• Once you open the Canon support site, use your model number to download the correct Canon printer drivers.  

• Follow on-screen instructions to install the file and solve the issue.

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• Check and state if there is an error code, then address it, continue with the next move.

• If you didn’t change your wireless network using a router, password, or anything, then turn off your Canon printer and unplug the wireless router. Then plug it in after 15 seconds.

• Power on the printer and try printing. If you can’t find any improvement, then follow the next step.  

• You have to print the network setting as it shows information like connection status – Active or inactive. If you see the printer is connection inactive or incorrect router information, then reconnect the network.

• When the Canon printer connects to the wireless network without any hardware change, then reboot your PC.

• Perform wireless setup or reestablish the wireless network connection.

• In the case of Virtual Private Network connection, disconnect from the VPN and check whether it’s interfacing printer communication.    

If your router or other modem isn’t working properly or communicating with systems, then powers cycle the router with the below steps;

• Disconnect the power 

• Reconnect it after 30 seconds.

• The router or modem booting may take time.

• After you reestablish the proper connection, the communication should be recreated if this was the issue. 

Canon printers are used in most printing works, and printing a booklet is one of them. Canon all-in-one printers come with a feature called booklet printing function. You can use Reader and Acrobat X or Acrobat and Reader 9 to print a booklet using a Canon printer. Though booklet printing is easy, it may cause some issues as well.

First, we’ll show you how you can print a booklet with a Canon printer;

Print one side of the sheet to create a booklet, then fold it half. When you staple the sheet, it’ll be a booklet.

• Open the file that you want to print as a booklet.

• Select print to open the printer driver setup window.

• In the Page Setup Tab, look for the Page Layout list.

• Then, click on Booklet.

• On the left side of the window, you’ll quickly see the current settings for your booklet.   

• In the Printer Paper Size list, choose the paper size to print.

• Now, move to Specify option and set the margin, blank page and Page Border in the dialog box.

• Click OK and execute booklet printing.

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Creating a booklet or printing it can sometimes experience issues that you can troubleshoot using a few settings. For example, when you print a booklet using a Canon printer, make sure the paper is set correctly after the one-side printing.   

If you are using a duplex unit or it’s an option, then you’ve to enable this option in the printer driver;

• Go to Settings on your device or Windows.

• Open Devices and click Printers & scanners.

• Choose your device to configure.

• Click Manage > Manage your device > Printer properties.

• Print settings screen appears and opens Device Settings. 

• Close to Device Information, select the “Retrieve Device Status Information” option to enable the duplex unit.

If your device hasn’t the duplex option, then skip the above procedure and directly apply the below steps;

1. Open the application and click on the print menu.

2. Then, click on your current device.

3. According to your application, a prompt may appear, for example, Properties.

4. In the print settings screen, open Finishing or Basic Settings.

5. In the Print Style, select Booklet Printing.

6. Click on the Booklet option, and detailed Settings for Booklet dialog box appears.

7. Here, click Book Opening and choose the binding option.

8. Click on Specify Booklet Gutter, then select the gutter width > OK.

Contact the Canon printer tech support team if the basic settings don’t help you print the booklet correctly.   

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Your Microsoft 365 subscription may show errors sometimes when you try to sign in, install to Office. Across the Office app's top, you may receive a yellow warning message –

"ACCOUNT NOTICE. We've run into a problem with your Microsoft 365 subscription and need your help to fix it." 

This notification is shown due to an account issue. When your Microsoft 365 subscription payment isn't completed, and it may trigger a problem. For example, if you expired or canceled a credit card or any other reasons where the payment is declined, then your Microsoft 365 would be suspended.

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Check below instructions and follow steps to resolve this error;

1 – Check and Ensure Your Microsoft 365 is Active

• Close Office apps on your system.

• Go to office.com and click Sign-in.

• Enter account credentials and log in.

• Open "Services & Subscriptions" and click on Microsoft 365.

• Review the details and renew the subscription.

• If you still see the "ACCOUNT NOTICE" on Office Apps, work with the next section.

2 – Keep your payment information up-to-date

• Use your browser to visit account.microsoft.com.

• Click Account and enter sign-in details.

• Open Payments on your account.  

• Update the payment method if you face trouble.

• Updating the information will remove the error, hence restart the MS Word.

If updating payment information doesn't help you resolve the error, you can follow the following step or methods.

3 – Install the Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant

The Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant tool can help you identify the activation issue and fix issues as well. 

1. Go to Microsoft official to download Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant.

2. Once you download this tool.

3. Choose a browser from the show list.

4. A prompt occurs to Install the tool.

5. Accept software terms by clicking on I Agree.

6. Click Yes and follow instructions to troubleshoot the activation issue. 

4 – Deactivate and reinstall Office 

1. If the above tool didn't fix the issue, then reinstallation is the best way.

2. First of all, sign out from Office to deactivate it.

3. Uninstall Office using Easy fix tool.  

4. Go to office.com/setup or Microsoft365.com to re-download Office.

5. Double click on the downloaded installer to Reinstall Office.

If this method doesn't help, contact Microsoft support for tech issues.     

Microsoft had launched an app called the PC Health Check app, which couldn't satisfy the users for the app displayed incorrect results for the PCs, claiming them to be incapable of installing and running Windows 11. Furthermore, the app didn't let the people know the exact reasons for this claim and was thus taken to be failing in the task it has been brought for. This made the company pull the app and work on it. It took three months for this revamp in the app, and it is now prepared to get back but in a preview form.

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The app is not available commonly; therefore, Microsoft did not release any details or a blog post regarding the revamped app. In addition to this, this latest version (3.0.210914001) of the app has no changelog to show what's new.

According to some of the media reports, it has not been clarified whether you need to be a Windows Insider to download the app at the moment. However, a page titled "Windows Insider Preview PC Health Check Application," includes links to download the app. According to this page, one needs to be an Insider to download the PC Health Check app.

Windows 11 page contains a footnote that has a direct link to download the app. But, the footnote specifically mentions that the app download is for PCs running Windows 10 in S mode.

This app will let you know the reason why your PC is not compatible with running Windows 11. Further, you will be shown checkmarks next to the met PC requirements and will clearly tell you the requirements yet not fulfilled to be compatible enough. If the PC is not supporting TPM 2.0, you will even be provided the link to get and enable it on your PC.

Windows 11 is set to be launched on October 5, 2021, so the app may be released for the general public before the Operating System.

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Do you often inspect the applications, software, games, and media installed on your computer? If not, you should consider checking up on all the available content on your PC to make sure all the existing items are of some use to you. If they aren’t, you should immediately uninstall or delete the useless apps to create storage space on your PC and improve its speed and performance. This could be done using the Task Manager that determines the consumption of resources of your PC by every existing apps and software.

The Task Manager helps you identify apps responsible for the slow processing of your PC. In most cases, the two responsible causes are antivirus software and bloatware. Also, when you have purchased a computer from a system integrator company such as HCL, Dell, or others, your PC will possibly be loaded with the company software you may not require at all. You can go for an uninstall for these applications and software in order to ensure some space on your PC.

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While on the Task Manager, you can suggestively click on the Startup tab to view the programs that launch as soon as you power on your computer. You can set a limitation to the number of programs to as little as possible, thus boosting up a speed to some extent. Also, when you are looking forward to getting rid of the software with minimum or no use on your PC, you can do so from Control Panel to wipe off most of the irrelevant items from your device.

Further, on having used Windows for a longer duration, a few or more troublesome files and folders get lined up that should be selected to be removed carefully. Doing so manually may turn out to be a lengthy process. So, you can consider using the program like Iolo System Mechanic or CleanMy PC to ensure the deep cleansing of your PC.

You can also rely on Windows Defender to protect your PC from getting impacted by the malware that may enter your device through suspicious links and websites, you may have accidentally clicked while browsing on the Internet. You may certainly find some help from some good antivirus programs like Bitdefender and Malwarebytes, but you cannot ascertain to count on all so-called pricey antivirus packages that cost you all but provide the minuscule of services, and rather become a reason to slow down your system a bit more. If you are hesitant to delete these antivirus programs from your PC then at least you should leave them untouched.

Ever came across an error code 752 while performing a print or a scan from your Canon printer? Error code 752 is an error as a result of a fault in the email end. The annoyance is assured when you get to encounter such unwanted elements while performing the sternly important task.  

Wondering how to deal with it? You need not give much of a thought about it as the issue is easily preventable from occurring ever again if you put the words down, into action. There are ways you can consider for scrapping these unwanted errors that are discussed ahead. Meanwhile, you can try out the simplest technique of overcoming the issue. All you need to do is turn your printer off and then back on. Later, disconnect the printer from the network and then connect it back. If this technique does not work, try the tactics given below.

An error code 752 in your Canon printer is an outcome of the issue with the email settings, printer’s network connectivity, and SMTP server settings. You can rescue your printer from such an issue by suitable tactics of recovery.

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Check out the three different ways to get rid of Canon printer error code 752.

Ensure the server is operational

The initial step is to be assured that your server is in working condition. The Canon printer error code 752 is an email error that may have resulted in a fault in the server. Therefore, you need to check the state of the server and get it rectified in case of any fault.

Check if your network is working

Network status in the Windows settings

The next step is to verify the network connection, whether in a working state or out of order. You can go through the network status to learn about its working condition and faults if any. As soon as there is a change in the network connectivity this error comes up. Therefore, a network connection needs to be confronted, and if there’s an issue, you should proceed with the rectification process of your network immediately.  

Check the SMTP server name

This issue has been labeled to be the primary cause of Canon printer error code 752. While trying to resolve the error related to SMTP, you may end up making more mistakes. In order to find out whether the email or fax is accurate, you need to know the SMTP server name. You just need to go through the email address and the name in the communication settings. This way, you can help eliminate any of the issues that you may come across in your printer in the future.

If, in any case, none of the above techniques help you assist out of the Canon printer error code 752, you are strongly recommended to have a word with the technician or get in touch with the Canon customer support team.

The printer error codes have been overlooked by the users in most of the events, landing their printers into other bigger problems that get hard to be resolved. Therefore, if you happen to encounter any of the Canon printer error codes, you are suggested to never ignore even a small error and rather find ways to eradicate the slightest of the faults for an ensured efficiency of your printer.

In many cases that an HP printer encounters an error, the reason for the error can be clearly seen on the screen. However, in some cases the reason for the HP printer's error could be completely unsolved. Instead of embarking for a wild chase for the right solution to the printer's error, you should attempt a few routine troubleshooting techniques first. If none of these methods work to resolve the printer issue then you can look for solutions at HP's website. HP website.

Make sure that you are sure that the HP printing cables connected. If you are unsure you need to turn off the machine, disconnect it and unplug all of the cables for the printer. Connect it back to the printer and connect the cables. Restart the printer to check whether the error has gone away.

Examine your HP printing cartridges as well as the print head to make sure they're correctly installed. Also check to see whether the cartridges for your printer are empty. If the cartridges are filled with enough ink, replace the cartridges and print heads. If an ink cartridge is empty Replace it with a fresh one.

Check that you ensure that the HP printing software has been correctly installed. If the printer doesn't respond when you attempt to print, or the printer software is unable to start remove and install your HP printing software.

Check if your firewall hinders the HP printer from working in a proper manner. Go to your firewall preferences and include the printer's executable files (*.exe) in the exceptions section, or turn off the firewall temporarily to determine whether this resolves the issue. 

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In most cases , a simple printer cable that resets can clear this HP error message. To do this, follow these easy steps:

- Switch the printer on (unless it's already switched on).

Make sure that the printer is stationery mode before continuing.

While the printer is running remove an power supply cable to the printer's back.

- Disconnect the cord that powers the socket of the plug.

At least wait 60 minutes.

- Plug the power cord back into the socket, and then connect it to power the printer. the printer.

The printer must be turned on.

The printer should wait until it is quiet and check whether this has eliminated the error message.

If the reset isn't working, check out all of the HP errors below and determine an issue and a solution. Also , check the manual for your printer for additional information.

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This HP printer issue is usually caused by driver or printer cable issues. Switch off the printer and then turn it on. The error message will disappear.

If this does not work. Shut off the printer and remove and run the power cable. After 30 secs. take out the printer cable, and switch it on again.

If this doesn't resolve the issue, it could be a hardware issue.

The printer is having issues with the cartridge chip and isn't in reading. It could be because of it getting scratched, dislodged or perhaps not being properly installed in the printer.

The printer is having issues using a chip in the cartridge toner because it's not able to read it. Switch off the printer and remove your power supply for 30 second. take it off and then turn off the power source.

Try reinstalling your printer cartridge. If the issue persists, it could be due to an issue with the hardware.