Windows 10: Unable to add a printer after Dec 2021 patches installed

Discus and support Unable to add a printer after Dec 2021 patches installed in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; We are unable to add a new printer using printer name after Dec 2021 patches installed on win 10 20H2 machines.Anyone facing a similar issue.Present... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Fatima Naqvi, Jan 7, 2022.

  1. Unable to add a printer after Dec 2021 patches installed


    We are unable to add a new printer using printer name after Dec 2021 patches installed on win 10 20H2 machines.Anyone facing a similar issue.Present workaround: Add using IP address.

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    Fatima Naqvi, Jan 7, 2022
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  2. Unable to install printer in Win10 due to spooler stopping

    Let us resolve your issue in installing your printer. We suggest that you follow the troubleshooting steps below:

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    • Disconnect your printer cables; then, restart your computer.
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    Michael Gall, Jan 7, 2022
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  3. Rose Cal Win User
    Unable to install printer drivers on Windows10 64bit Pro

    Hi Grey,

    It is possible that you're unable to install printer drivers due to compatibility issue or corrupted drivers. To provide you the accurate resolution, we'd like to gather more information:

    • What is the make and model of your computer?
    • Since you've mentioned that you've followed a dozen suggestions, what are those troubleshooting steps you've done so far?

    In the meantime, we suggest that you follow the steps in this article on how to troubleshoot printer problems
    in Windows 10. You can expand each section and perform the instructions which you're not yet done.

    Additionally, you may also check the information shared by Andre Da Costa on this
    thread about how to determine if you're computer is compatible
    with Windows 10.

    Keep us posted if you need additional help.
     
    Rose Cal, Jan 7, 2022
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  4. Senapati Win User

    Unable to add a printer after Dec 2021 patches installed

    Unable to Print After after doing a MS patch update - KB4524148

    Office Ricoh printer unable to ping after after doing a MS patch update - KB4524148.

    Please suggest to fix this issue.

    Printer: Ricoh 3503
     
    Senapati, Jan 7, 2022
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