Re: [Trisquel-users] Printer problem

[jbahn]

I also recall that I have checked the hp-list that Chris refers to in that  
other printer-thread. I'll probably have to double check...

Re: [Trisquel-users] Printer problem

[jbahn]

And to clarify: If I can use my printer with my Trisquel computer using only  
Trisquel repos, hp isn't going to install blobs on my machine?

Re: [Trisquel-users] Printer problem

[amenex]

My own HP printer is a HP-LaserJet-P1505n, which has worked fine with my  
ThinkPad T420 running Trisquel for several years, and I don't get HP spam.  
The hplip package name is a familiar one in that context. It always tells me  
there's been a printer error, but it always finishes the job flawlessly with  
no further hassles. It also prints from a separate Windows 10 PC without any  
complaints. It has a wireless network connection.

Re: [Trisquel-users] Printer problem

[jbahn]

Thanks. The OP of that thread was even about the same printer, i.e. HP  
LaserJet P1005.


Unfortunately I'll have to through it away now.

My other printer (a HP OfficeJet model) works fine under Trisquel. But  
reading Chris' and Hors Ligne's comment makes me unsure: Can I trust, that  
the hplip software has not downloaded any proprietary blobs to my machine?

[Trisquel-users] Printer problem

[jbahn]

This may be a low tech problem but I can't solve it on my own, and I can't  
find a solution from others, i.e. the net. So I am asking you people for  
help.


I convinced my mother to switch to linux (Mint) which resulted in her (old)  
HP LaserJet P1005 not to work. I bought a new one for her.


The old printer also doesn't work on my computers, running Trisquel. I have  
searched for solutions and I have tried what my limited knowledge leads me to  
try, but still without success.


I noticed that the driver is 'foomatic' but I have no idea what this means.  
Should I avoid that or should I install further drivers or what...?


Now, when I connect and switch on the printer, it is on, i.e. the on-led is  
green, it makes 'warming up toner' sound and my computer recognises it  
correctly as a HP LaserJet P1005 immediately.


Does any have suggestions as for how to solve or this or test it further?