@melhart, Thank you for your response.
Not necessarily! If none of the steps worked, there are still a few more things to try before considering a replacement.
Try a Cold Reset (NVRAM Reset)
This will restore the printer to factory settings:
>Turn off the printer.
>Press and hold the Stop (Red X) button and the Power button at the same time.
>Keep holding them for about 15-20 seconds until the printer starts.
>Release the buttons and wait to see if it initializes properly.
Check for Firmware Recovery (USB Method)
>Since your printer is stuck in a loop, normal firmware updates may not work. Instead, try forcing a firmware recovery:
>Download the latest firmware for the Color Laser MFP 179fnw from HP support site.
>Connect your printer to a Windows PC via USB.
>Run the firmware update tool on your PC.
>Follow the on-screen instructions to update the printer.
Service Mode Reset (Hidden Menu)
>Turn off the printer.
>Press and hold Stop (Red X) + Menu + Power buttons together for about 10 seconds.
>If a menu appears, look for an option like "Factory Reset" or "EEPROM Clear."
Possible Hardware Failure
If none of these steps work, the issue could be:
A corrupt firmware chip (common after failed updates).
A faulty power supply unit (PSU).
A damaged formatter board (main logic board).
I hope this helps!
If my response resolves your issue, please click “Accepted Solution” to help others find the answer. Also, don’t forget to click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up” button to say thanks!
Take care and have a great day.
Max3Aj
HP Support