Cannot Connect to Printer 0x00004005 in Windows 10/11 FIX [Tutorial]
19Cannot Connect to Printer 0x00004005 in Windows 10/11 FIX [Tutorial]
Recently, a few users complained of getting an error code 0x00004005 when they tried adding a network printer to their computers. In such a scenario, you may receive the following error message as well –
“Windows can't connect to the printer, the operation failed with error 0x00004005“.
This error (0x00004005) occurs mainly due to stopped print spooler service, or outdated drivers. In certain cases, this may also arise because of misconfigured network settings. Whatever is the reason in your case, you may resolve it by applying the workarounds discussed in this tutorial.
Issues addressed in this tutorial:
cannot connect to printer 0x00004005
cannot connect to printer 0x00004005 driver
cannot connect to printer 0x00004005 file
Several users with Windows 10 and usually after installing updates, cannot connect to a shared printer because of error "Windows cannot connect to the printer – Operation failed with error 0x00004005 or 0x0000011b".
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.