📅 2024-01-12 — Session: Installed and Troubleshooted HP Deskjet 2632 Printer on Ubuntu
🕒 22:15–23:55
🏷️ Labels: HPLIP, Ubuntu, Printer Installation, Troubleshooting, Linux
📂 Project: Dev
⭐ Priority: MEDIUM
Session Goal
The goal of this session was to install and troubleshoot the HP Deskjet 2632 printer on an Ubuntu system using the HPLIP driver.
Key Activities
- Installation Steps: Followed a detailed guide to install the HP Deskjet 2632 printer using the HPLIP driver, including downloading the installer, installing dependencies, and configuring the printer.
- Troubleshooting: Addressed issues related to missing files, dependencies like
python3-dbus, and common installation warnings such as the ‘canberra-gtk-module’ warning. Utilized command-line tools and community resources to resolve these issues. - System Configuration: Managed Ubuntu software sources to ensure necessary repositories were enabled and resolved permission issues with the
dmesgcommand. - Connectivity: Diagnosed and resolved connectivity issues using USB connections and the HPLIP toolbox.
Achievements
- Successfully installed the HP Deskjet 2632 printer on Ubuntu.
- Resolved multiple installation and connectivity issues, ensuring the printer was fully operational.
Pending Tasks
- Monitor for any recurring issues with the printer connectivity or software updates.
- Consider exploring alternative printer management software for enhanced functionality.