How to Fix Lexmark Printer Offline Issue

A Lexmark printer showing as offline in Windows or Mac can't receive print jobs until the connection is restored.

Quick Checks

• Is the printer powered on and showing a ready status?
• Is the WiFi light solid (not blinking or off)?
• Are the printer and computer on the same network?

Fix 1: Set Lexmark Printer Online (Windows)

1. Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners
2. Select your Lexmark printer
3. Click Open print queue
4. Click Printer in the menu bar
5. Uncheck Use Printer Offline

Fix 2: Restart Spooler and Printer

net stop spooler
net start spooler

Then restart the Lexmark printer and wait for it to fully initialize.

Fix 3: Remove and Re-add Printer

1. Remove the Lexmark from Printers & scanners
2. Restart the printer
3. Click Add device and re-add it

Fix 4: Update the IP Address Port (Windows)

If the printer's IP address has changed (dynamic IP):

1. Open Printer Properties > Ports tab
2. Select the port being used
3. Click Configure Port and update the IP address to match the current IP
4. Click OK

Fix 5: Assign Static IP

Log into your router and assign a static/reserved IP to the Lexmark printer by MAC address. This prevents IP changes that cause offline errors.