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What is "OfficeJet COM Error"

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gsn999

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Jan 4, 2006
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My Dell windows system running XP home and an HP 1200 PSC Inkjet printer is getting FREQUENT random error messgaes stating "OfficeJet COM error." Reporting the error to MS gets a reply that it is an HP printer problem and that HP is working on it; but no solution appears on their site. I just cancel out the error message with no apparent negative effects (everything still seems to work fine). Anyone else seen this and/or know a fix for it?

 
The com error is a "comunication" error. it means that when your PC pings the printer to make sure it is still there it gets no reply. This is very common with many low end HP usb printers. I am not sure there is an easy solution to your problem, but I would check the power source to your printer as this may be the route of your issues. I would also check/replace your usb cable but if it gets worse it may mean you need to replace the unit as parts are not available for HP low end machines.
 
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