Dell Printer Issue

It is not common; however, you can also encounter several issues in your printer, which are hard to find. As a result, finding a solution to the problem can become challenging. Although we can try some methods to make an effort to solve the issue. Therefore, in this specific write-up, you are going to learn about some beneficial techniques you can use when you face some not-so-known issues in your Dell printer.

Issue: printer making unusual noises while printing the document.

Cause: any component of the printer is not set properly or has been damaged.
Solution

• First of all, try figuring out from which part of the printer the noise is coming most.
• After that, open the cover of the printer to check inside the printer.
• Now inspect that every component of the printer is set appropriately to its place.
• After that, if the roller is not damaged or worn out.
• Also, make sure there is no debris inside the printer.
• Afterward, if you see anything inside, clean it with a cloth.
• Next, put the cover of the printer back in its place.
• Lastly, check if the printer is still making noise while doing the print job.

Issue: the printer is not printing and giving blank pages in output.

Cause: if you are facing this issue, it is probably because the ink cartridge has been empty or the scanner is not working.

Solution

• First and foremost, check the ink/toner cartridge of the printer to check it is not running out of ink.
• If you see no ink in the cartridge, you have to remove the printer's cartridge and replace it with a new one or fill the ink in it.
• After that, place the cartridge back in its place and make sure you are setting the cartridge correctly.
• Lastly, check if the printer is still not printing. If you are still facing the issue, follow the further process.
• Now you need to remove the cover of the printer.
• And then check whether there is any problem with it or not. (Check the light of the scanner is on.)
• Also, if you cannot find any issue with the scanner, try uninstalling the scanner software on your computer system.
• After that, you have to download it again and again and install it.
• And then check if the printer’s problem has been resolved or not.

Issue: Papers not going to the printer from the document tray.

Causes: Maybe there is a paper jam issue

Solution:

• First, check the paper you are using for printing is appropriate in size for the Dell printer you are using.
• Also, ensure that you are using quality papers that are not very old.
• Next, check the document tray is set perfectly to its position and that there is no crumpled or folded paper in the tray.
• After that, remove the paper tray from the printer to inspect the printer for any scrap.
• When you find everything clear, put the paper tray in the printer and start your printing work.

Issue: The printer not printing even though everything seems okay.

Cause: The printer has some minor technical errors.

Solution

• You have to try restarting your printer.
• To do that, first, you have to press the power button on the printer to shut it off.
• After that, you need to remove the cables of the printer from the electric socket.
• Next, keep the printer unplugged for at least one minute.
• Afterward, attach the printer’s cord to the power outlet and switch on your printer.
• And then, attach the cable to the computer or connect it wirelessly if you are using a wireless printer.
• Now, try to print a document to see if the printer is having any issues with printing.

Issue: Showing Error Message or Code on the screen

Cause: the printer has some issue (specific codes indicate certain issues in the printer)

Solution

• Troubleshooting your printer can solve the error code or message issue.
• To do that, you need to click on the ‘Start’ menu and go to the control panel.
• After that, click on the ‘System and Maintenance’ option.
• Next, you have to move down and choose the ‘Admin Tools’ option.
• Now, you have to double-click on the services option.
• In the services window, look for the ‘print spooler’ option and right-click on it.
• Afterward, you need to choose the Start option.
• Furthermore, you have to double-click on the printer spooler and select the ‘Automatic’ option for the startup type.
• Lastly, click on the ‘Ok’ option and print a document to inspect if the issue is gone or not.