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Printer port in use, please wait: Here’s how to fix it
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Printers turning hostile when you need them the most is indeed frustrating. And one common error that often gets associated with them isport in use please wait.
Getting to see this when you need some quick prints done can be taxing on your patience though things can be turned around fast enough and with just a few steps.
How do I fix theport in useerrors?
1. Update USB drivers
Sometimes an outdatedUniversal Serial Bus drivercan also be the culprit, hampering normal printer functioning in the process.
If you want to preventdriver-related issues in the future, we advise you to useOutbyte Driver Updatersoftware.
This application will automatically find outdateddriversand update them, so if you want yourPCto run smoothly, be sure to try this application.
It will also keep your system safe from permanent damage by manually downloading and installing the wrongdriverversions.
Alternatively, you can alsouninstall the USBandinstallit again.
⇒Get Outbyte Driver Updater
2. Unplug the printer
3. Re-install the printer
If the issue persists, another option for you will be to uninstall the printer from your PC and re-install it again. Here are the steps.
Meanwhile, go to the printer manufacturer’s website and check to see if there are any updated drivers available for the particular model of the printer.
This is especially important if say, you have upgraded toWindows 10while the printer originally came with drivers for a previous version of Windows.
Find out if the manufacturer has come up with updated drivers that match the Windows version on your PC.
It should now be able to do all printing jobs efficiently. Lets us know which solutions helped you by leaving some feedback in the comments section below.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
