How to fix HP printer error Code 49 in Hp Officejet Pro 6978 Printer

Computers and printers have become an essential part of our lives.  Today we are all dependent on them for all our personal and professional commitments. The compact size of the printer makes it very popular in both homes and offices. But with time and constant use, the printer might come across a few problems which are presented to us in the forms of errors. And today we will look into the error code 49 of the canon printer. The error code 49 is a common device driver error that is generally seen in a windows computer. This occurs when the connected device fails to function properly. It mainly results from the problems windows registry. If you are suffering from the same problem then this is the right article for you and if you want any further information or if you come across any problem while following the steps mentioned here then you can contact HP Printer Customer Support.

CAUSES OF THE PROBLEM

There are many factors that cause the error code 49 in the canon printer. Some of the most common cause’s are-

• When the device driver is old or corrupted, the error is seen.
• If the windows registry is corrupted due to changing of the software.
• Even viruses and malware can cause this error by corrupting the software of the computer or the driver of the printer.
• Even driver conflict due to installing of the new software can cause the error
• And lastly from faulty hardware.

Since all these reasons can cause the error code 49 in the printer, therefore, it is important to troubleshoot all the possible factors.

THE RIGHT WAY TO FIX THE PROBLEM

The steps mentioned below will help you troubleshoot all the possible reasons that can cause the error in your printer.

1. Repair registry entries that are associated with the error– For manually repairing the windows registry the first step you need to proceed with is a backup exporting portion of the registry related code 49.

• Now first start by clicking on the start button
• Then type command in the search option and hold CTRL-shift on the keyboard. This will display a permission dialogue box where you will have to click on the yes option.
• This will display a black box with a display cursor.
• Then type regedit and then click on the enter option
• Then in the registry editor select the error 49 related key options.
• Now from the file menu choose the export option.
• Then in the save in list select the folder that you want your windows operating system backup key to be saved in.
• After that, in the file name box choose a name for the folder.
• Then in the export range box make sure that you select the “Selected branch” and then click on the save option.
• This will save the file in a reg. file extension

Thus now you have the backup of your code 49 related registry entry.

2. Conduct a full scan to detect the malware in your system– as the viruses and malware can corrupt the printer driver thus causing the error it is important to scan your full computer to ensure that the system has no viruses.

3. Use the disk cleanup to clear the system junk– over the time the system can accumulate junk from web surfing and normal use which can slow down the windows operating system leading to the error. Thus it is important to clean the junk from the system.

• First click on the start button
• Then type command in the search option and hold CTRL-shift on the keyboard. This will display a permission dialogue box where you will have to click on the yes option.
• This will display a black box with a display cursor.
• Then type cleanmgr and then click on the enter option
• This will start the disk cleanup calculation informing you how much of the occupied space can be reclaimed.
• The process of the disk cleaning will display a series checkbox that can you choose your options from. Now click on the boxes that you wish to clean.

4. Update the driver of your computer– it is often seen that an old driver or a corrupted driver can cause the error to display. Thus the right way to solve the problem is by updating the driver of the printer.

5. Use windows restore to undo the recent system change– the system restore can return the computers system files and programs back to the period when the system was working fine.

• First, start by clicking on the start button
• Then in the search option type system restore and then click on enter
• After that from the result displayed click on the system restore.
• Then follow the wizard to choose the restore point.
• Finally, restore your computer

Following all the steps mentioned above will help you fix the problem of error 49 in your canon printer.

HP Printer Customer Support 

Call +1-888-621-0339 at any point of the day to talk with the members of HP Printer Customer Support. Don’t take it as HP because HP Printer Customer Support is a third party service provider who helps the users to get their issues solved. According to the HP Printer Customer Support, a happy customer will surely return for which the members try hard to satisfy the customers. So call them and enjoy printing with your HP printer.