Hi @RhyanS,
Thanks so much for the update, and I really appreciate the detailed breakdown, it helps a lot in narrowing this down! 😊
Based on what you’ve described, especially the “Copy 1” appearing, phantom print jobs, and the Windows Protected Print Mode, here’s what I recommend next:
Fully Remove All Instances of the Printer
Sometimes, remnants of the old installation stay behind and cause conflicts.
Open Control Panel > Devices and Printers
Right-click every instance of HP DeskJet 2700 or Copy 1, and select Remove Device
Repeat until no instances remain
Clear Stuck Print Jobs (Even Invisible Ones)
Press Windows + R, type services.msc, and hit Enter
Scroll down to Print Spooler, right-click, and select Stop
Now go to: C:\Windows\System32\spool\PRINTERS
(You’ll need admin permission – click “Continue” if prompted)
Delete everything in that folder
Go back to services.msc, right-click Print Spooler again, and Start
Reinstall Printer Drivers (Fresh Start)
Go to: HP DeskJet 2700 Series Driver Page
Download the full driver package (not just the basic one)
Run the installer and follow the steps
Make sure only one version of the printer appears after install
Set the Printer as Default & Test
Go to Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners
Click the HP DeskJet 2700 (not the Copy 1 if both still exist)
Select Manage > Set as Default
Print a test page from Printer Properties > General > Print Test Page
I hope this helps.
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