Can outdated or corrupted printer drivers cause error 709, and what's the process to update or reinstall them?

Yes, outdated or corrupted drivers are a frequent cause. To resolve: press `Windows Key + X` and select 'Device Manager'. Expand 'Print queues', right-click your network printer, and select 'Uninstall device'. If prompted, also select 'Delete the driver software for this device'. Then, visit the printer manufacturer's official website, download the latest drivers compatible with your Windows version, and install them. Finally, re-add the network printer.