Re: hp printer setup

Set up your printer using the printer drivers that come built into Windows.

NOTE: HP recommends installing HP Smart - Microsoft Store (in English), or the full-feature driver from 123.hp.com to get the most out of your printer.
Add a network printer to Windows
Set up a Wi-Fi or wired network printer in Windows without installing any additional drivers.

Search Windows for and open Change device installation settings, and then make sure Yes (recommended) is selected.

Allowing Windows to download manufacturer drivers
Place the printer and the computer near the Wi-Fi router.

Connect the printer to the same network that your computer is connected to.

Wi-Fi connection for printers with a touchscreen control panel: Open the Setup, Network, or Wireless settings menu, select Wireless Setup Wizard, and then follow the instructions to select the network name and enter the password.

Wi-Fi connection for most printers without a touchscreen control panel: Press and hold the Wireless button for five seconds or until the wireless light starts to flash. Within two minutes, press and hold the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button on the router until the connection process begins. The printer wireless light stops flashing when the connection completes.

Wi-Fi connection for HP Deskjet 6000 and 6400, ENVY 6000 and 6400, and Tango printers: Press and hold the Wi-Fi button and the Power button on the back of the printer for five seconds until the blue bar flashes. Within two minutes, press and hold the WPS button on the router until the connection process begins. The blue bar stops flashing when the connection completes.

Wired (Ethernet) network connection: Connect the network cable to the printer Ethernet port and to an available port on the router or access point. At the printer port, the green light should be steady and the orange activity light should blink.

In Windows, search for and open Add a printer or scanner.

Click Add a printer or scanner, and then wait for Windows to locate available printers.

If your printer is found, click it, and then click Add device to complete the driver installation.

If your printer is not found, continue with these steps.

Click The printer that I want isn't listed.

Opening options when the printer is not listed
In the Find a printer by other options window, select Add a printer using TCP/IP address or hostname, and then click Next.

Select Autodetect from the Device type drop-down.

Find the printer IP address.

Most printers with a touchscreen display or menu: Open the Wireless Summary or Network Settings menu to find the IP address.

Example of the Wireless Summary screen
Most inkjet printers without a touchscreen control panel: Press the Wireless and Information buttons at the same time, or press the Wireless and Start Copy Black buttons at the same time. A report prints that lists the IP address.

Example of the IP address on a network configuration report
Most LaserJet printers: Press and hold the Wireless button for 10 seconds or until the Ready light blinks, or go to the Wireless menu and select Wireless Network Test. A report prints that lists the IP address.

HP DeskJet 6000 and 6400, ENVY 6000 and 6400, and Tango printers: Touch and hold the Information button until all control panel buttons light up, and then touch the Information and Resume buttons at the same time. A report prints that lists the IP address.

Laser NS and Neverstop Laser printers: Press and hold the Resume and Wireless buttons for 3 seconds. A report prints that lists the IP address.

Type the printer IP address, click Next, and then follow the instructions to install the driver for your printer model.

Add a USB-connected printer to Windows
Set up a USB printer connection in Windows without installing any additional drivers.

Search Windows for and open Change device installation settings, and then make sure Yes (recommended) is selected.

Allowing Windows to download manufacturer drivers
Make sure an open USB port is available on your computer. Do not connect the printer to a USB hub or docking station as the printer might not receive enough power to operate properly.

Turn on the printer, and then connect the USB cable to the printer and to the computer port.

If a Found new hardware message displays, follow any prompts to install the printer.

If you can print, the driver installed successfully.

If you cannot print, continue with these steps to add the printer in Windows settings.

In Windows, search for and open Add a printer or scanner.

Click Add a printer or scanner, and then wait for Windows to locate available printers.

If your printer is found, click it, and then click Add device to complete the driver installation.

If your printer is not found, continue with these steps.

Click The printer that I want isn't listed.

Opening options when the printer is not listed
In the Find a printer by other options window, select Add a local printer or network printer with manual settings, and then click Next.

In the Choose a printer port window, select Use an existing port, select USB001: (Virtual printer port for USB) from the drop-down menu, and then click Next.

Follow the instructions to install the driver for your printer model.

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