Computer slows down when printing

If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following:
CHECK THE USB CONNECTION BETWEEN THE PRINTER AND COMPUTER
If your computer is connected to the printer through a USB cable, then try using a di fferent USB cable.
REFRESH YOUR NETWORK CONNECTIONS
1If your computer is connected to an Ethernet or wireless network, then turn off the access point (wireless router)
and turn it back on.
2Wait one minute for the printer and computer to reestablish the connection.
CLOSE ALL APPLICATIONS NOT IN USE
Temporarily close unused applications or end processes that are taking too much memory from your computer.
CHECK YOUR COMPUTER PERFORMANCE
You may need to change how your computer manages resources and pr ocesses.
For more information on improving computer performance, see t he documentation that came with your operating
system.
Copy and scan troubleshooting
“Copier or scanner does not respond” on page 150
“Scanner unit does not close” on page 151
“Poor copy or scanned image quality” on page 151
“Partial copies or scans of documents or photos” on page 151
“Scan was not successful” on page 151
“Scanning takes too long or freezes the computer” on page 152
“Cannot scan to a computer over a network” on page 152

Copier or scanner does not respond

If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following:

SET YOUR PRINTER AS THE DEFAULT PRINTER

REMOVE AND REINSTALL THE PRINTER SOFTWARE
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