The HP printer must be showing the HP printer in an error state due to a variety of reasons. One of the main reasons would be a network issue or loose cable connection. If your printer is unable to connect to the network, you won’t be able to instruct your printer. Hence, connecting a printer to the network is essential. On the screen of the printer, scroll up or down and find settings. Select settings and press on it. Go to the network icon. Check whether your printer can identify your network. If yes, then connect to the network. Your printer is now ready to take the instructions from the PC.