Windows Cannot Connect to the Printer | Fix Operation Failed Error 0x00000002. Many Windows 10 users have reported issues regarding printer connectivity and a glitch which set active printers to offline even if they are connected and fully operational. The error is usually encountered when speaking of network printers, but home users with a direct connection to their printer have also complained. We’ll go about fixing this issue just like most other connectivity related problems, as in most cases, there is a simple explanation to the problem. Issues addressed in this tutorial: windows cannot connect to the printer windows cannot connect to the printer access is denied windows cannot connect to the printer windows 10 windows cannot connect to the printer access is denied network printer windows 10 windows cannot connect to the printer check printer name windows cannot connect to the printer check the printer name and try again windows 10 This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops,and tablets running the Windows 10, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 7 operating systems. Works for all major computer manufactures (Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Samsung).