This post will show you how to fix Your Printer has experienced an unexpected configuration problem with error code 0x800700c1, 0x80070002, 0x80040154, or 0x8000ffff on Windows computers.
Printers have a lot of use in our work life. When we see errors while printing the documents on our Windows, it disturbs the flow. There are various reasons why the error Your Printer has experienced an unexpected configuration problem has occurred. It might have occurred due to outdated drivers, glitched entries of the print, third-party programs interfering with the printing program, or the printer not being set up properly in the network. The reasons for the error to occur might differ from one another. But the solutions are a few that works with every user. Let’s see what they are and how we can fix the error.
Your Printer has experienced an unexpected configuration problem
How do I fix Printer configuration errors?
The Printer configuration error 0x8007007e, 0x800706b5, 0x80040003, 0x80004005 and other similar error codes can be fixed easily by running the Printer troubleshooter, updating the drivers, and reconnecting the printer.
The following fixes are the best possible ways to resolve the Printer configuration error 0x800700c1, 0x80070002, 0x80040154, 0x8007007e or 0x8000ffff on your Windows 11/10 PC.
- Run the Printer Troubleshooter
- Update your Printer Driver
- Reconnect the Printer
- Disable Print Spooler Temporarily
- Share the Printer on the Network
Let’s get into the details of each method and see how they are done.
Fix Printer configuration errors 0x800700c1, 0x80070002, 0x80040154, 0x8000ffff
1] Run the Printer Troubleshooter
Troubleshooters are great features to resolve issues on Windows. There are various troubleshooters that let you resolve issues we face. Running the Printer Troubleshooter will find the errors that occurred will try to fix the issues easily. Run it and see if it has resolved the problem.
Read: How to reset Printer to default factory settings.
2] Update your Printer Driver
There is a possibility that the outdated drivers are causing the error. The better solution to fix it, in that case, is to update the printer driver. You can do it via settings or manually. Update the drivers and check if the problem is resolved.
Alternatively, you download the driver from the manufacturer’s website and install it.
3] Reconnect the Printer
Unplug the printer and remove all its entries on your PC. Reconnect the printer and set it up afresh. All the default settings you have saved will be gone, but it is one way to fix the issues with the printer.
4] Disable Print Spooler Temporarily
Print Spooler on your PC stores the data of all the print jobs you have created. Disable the print spooler temporarily and enable it again.
Try using the printer again and check if it has fixed the issue.
5] Share the Printer on the Network
If you are trying to print the documents via a printer that is connected to the network which is not shared or configured properly, you might see the error Your Printer has experienced an unexpected configuration problem (0x800700c1). Turn the printer sharing off and turn on it again. This should resolve the issue.
This is how you can fix the issue Your Printer has experienced an unexpected configuration problem with error code 0x800700c1, 0x80070002, 0x80070077, 0x80040154, 0x8007007e, 0x8000ffff or 0x80004003 easily.
NOTE: Error 0x80070002 can also be seen when using Windows Update, Windows Upgrade, Windows Features, Installer, Microsoft Store, Windows Backup, Outlook, Sandbox, System Restore, Microsoft Account, and Hyper-V.
How do I fix my printer that experienced an unexpected configuration problem?
If you see an unexpected configuration problem with your printer, try setting up the printer again, clear the print spooler, and update drivers. These should help you fix the configuration errors with your printer. Make sure to use an administrator account to execute these suggestions.
Related read: Fix Wireless Printer not responding on Windows.
