Windows Printer Error 0x0000011b
What it means
This appears when connecting to a shared or network printer, almost always after a Windows security update that hardened the print spooler. It is a Windows-side problem, not a fault with the printer. It is usually resolved by adjusting a registry value or installing the printer by IP address instead of through the shared connection.
Guides that cover this kind of fault
A guide written for 0x0000011b itself is still being checked against the manufacturer's documentation. These cover the same underlying problem and are filed under wifi & network.
- Windows Printer Error 0x0000007c: Causes and FixesWindows printer error 0x0000007c occurs when a client computer cannot connect to a shared network printer due to security updates restricting RPC...
- Windows Printer Error 0x0000007a Meaning and FixesPrinter error 0x0000007a occurs when Windows blocks communication with a shared network printer due to Point and Print security restrictions or driver...
- Brother Printer Not Connecting to WiFi: Troubleshooting GuideTo fix a Brother printer not connecting to Wi-Fi, verify your router uses a 2.4GHz band and reconfigure the wireless settings using the printer...
Common questions
What does the 0x0000011b error mean on a printer?
This appears when connecting to a shared or network printer, almost always after a Windows security update that hardened the print spooler. It is a Windows-side problem, not a fault with the printer. It is usually resolved by adjusting a registry value or installing the printer by IP address instead of through the shared connection.
Is the 0x0000011b error serious?
It is worth attention but not alarm. Switching the printer off, unplugging it for a minute and checking for anything physically in the way resolves a large share of cases before anything else is needed.
Different code or problem?
Switch off and unplug a printer before reaching inside it. If a fault involves the power supply or internal electronics, or the machine is under warranty, contact the manufacturer or a qualified technician. Full disclaimer. Brand and code names are trademarks of their owners; PrinterFixUp is independent and unaffiliated.