HP DeskJet 2700e series HP+ printer does not print
Cause 1 of 2The printer is not connected to the Internet. Source: Fix problems with HP+ printers not printing, p. 83
First checkVerify that the printer is connected to the Internet over Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
Causes and checks
The printer is not connected to the Internet. Source: Fix problems with HP+ printers not printing, p. 83
- Verify that the printer is connected to the Internet over Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
- Reconnect the printer to the Internet to continue printing.
Non-Original HP or refilled cartridges are installed. Source: Fix problems with HP+ printers not printing, p. 84
- Install Original HP cartridges, which are manufactured and sold by HP in official HP packaging. See Replace the cartridges.
All 2 causes checked. Contact HP support.
Service
If the checks above do not clear it, contact HP support, support.hp.com/. Chat with an HP support agent or the HP Virtual Agent online, or call an HP support agent. Free for in-warranty customers. Source: Contact HP, p. 95
Other DeskJet 2700e series problems
- Paper is not picked up from the input trayPaper is not loaded, the paper-width guide is not snug, or the paper is curled.
- Pages are skewingThe paper is not loaded against the right side of the input tray, or paper was loaded during printing.
- Multiple pages are being picked upThe paper-width guide is loose, the input tray is overloaded, or the sheets stick together.
- Cartridge problem message from the printer software or HP Smart2 causes in the manual. First: at least one cartridge has a problem.
- Printer enters single cartridge mode with two cartridges installedPlastic tape covers the cartridge contacts, so the printer cannot detect the cartridge.
- Printer does not print from a Windows computerPrinter is off, out of paper, paused or offline, or the print queue is stuck.
- Printer does not print from a MacAn error message, a USB connection problem, a paused printer or an offline printer prevents printing.
- Print quality is poorThe cartridges, paper, print settings or cartridge alignment affect print quality.
- Printer does not connect to the wireless network4 causes in the manual. First: the printer, the router or the printer radio is off, or the signal is weak.
- Wi-Fi Direct connection does not workWi-Fi Direct is off, the device is not connected to the printer Wi-Fi Direct name, or the limit of devices is reached.
- Embedded web server cannot be openedThe network setup, the computer, the web browser or the printer IP address is at fault.
- The printer shuts down unexpectedlyThe power connection is loose or Auto-Off is enabled.
- Printer failureThe printer reports a failure.
Sources
- User Guide, HP DeskJet 2700e All-in-One series. HP Development Company, L.P. Document c07043348, revision ENWW (PDF created 2021-03-03), 124 pages, en. h10032.www1.hp.com (PDF). Retrieved 13 November 2026.
Page numbers are the numbers printed in the manual. Where this page and the manual differ, follow the manual.