How to fix 0x0000000D error [Complete Guide]

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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The operation failed with error 0x0000000d occurs if there are incorrectly configured system settings or irregular entries in the Windows registry.

This error can occur on Windows 7 as well as Windows 10 machines as reported in theMicrosoft communityforum.

Working on a Dell Latitude E5580 laptop with Windows 7 Professional installed.The computer and printer are both on a network domain. The end-user attempted to connect theprinter, and got the above error message. I attempted as well on the Administrator login – got the sameerror. Any other computer on the network can connect to thisprinterexcept this one.

If you are also troubled by this problem, here are a couple of troubleshooting tips to help you resolveThe operation failed with error 0x0000000dissuein Windows computers.

If you are experiencing a similarerrorwith a device other than yourprinter, refer to the last solution in the article below.

How do I fix theoperation failed with error 0x0000000d?

1. Run the printer troubleshooter

The Windows 10 built-in troubleshooter is a troubleshooting tool that can help you resolve various issues, including BSoD, and hardware problems.

2. Update via Device Manager

Device Manager is the place where you can find all the drivers installed on your computer. From here you can manually delete, disable and update each of them.

3. Restore the Windows Firewall to default3

Windows Defender Firewall is a built-in security feature from Windows 10. If you have no other antivirus software installed, make sure to have Windows Defender active.

If you are unable to activate Windows Firewall, make sure to check ourdedicated guideto easily fix this issue.

4. Update your drivers

Many errors occur due to faulty or outdated drivers. So, make sure to have the latest drivers on your computer. To update them, you can go to Device Manager.

However, searching and updating drivers manually can be time-consuming. However, there is a tool that will automatically perform these tasks for you.

⇒Get Outbyte Driver Updater

5. Add your device as legacy hardware

If you have downloaded the printer driver from the manufacturer’s website, you can add it into Device Manager following the above steps.

The operation failed with error 0x0000000d error is usually triggered by an incompatible or missing printer driver. Follow the steps in this article to diagnose and fix the error with your network printer.

Do let us know which method helped you resolve the issue, or if you have any other suggestions for us, in the comments section.

How to fix 0x0000000D error [Complete Guide]#

How do I fix theoperation failed with error 0x0000000d?#

1. Run the printer troubleshooter#

2. Update via Device Manager#

3. Restore the Windows Firewall to default3#

4. Update your drivers#

5. Add your device as legacy hardware#