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Connect a computer to the printer by USB cable (Windows)
You can connect your printer directly to a computer without going through a network, by using the printer's
●The cable is of limited length.
●It is more difficult to share the printer.
●You cannot use Web Services.
●You cannot use automatic firmware updates.
NOTE: The use of
Printer software installation
The following instructions apply if you intend to print from software applications using a printer driver. See Printing on page 42 for alternative ways of printing.
1.Do not connect the computer to the printer yet. You must first install the printer software on the computer, as follows.
2.Insert the HP
3.Navigate to the Software Installation button and press it.
4.Press the Install Software button.
5.In some cases, you may see a message warning you that the installer would need to communicate through the firewall in order to search the network for printers. As you have no need to do this, you can check the box Continue installation without searching the network.
6.If you see a list of networked printers, select Help me find my printer (including network and USB connected printers).
7.Select USB Cable.
NOTE: You can connect your printer and complete the installation later if you prefer. To do so, check the box marked I want to connect my printer after completing the setup wizard.
8.When prompted to do so, connect your computer to the printer with a certified USB cable. Ensure that the printer is turned on.
9.Follow the instructions on your screen to install the printer drivers and other HP software, such as the HP Utility.
10.If during the process you have not been prompted to connect the printer, connect the printer now, and let the wizard install the device automatically.
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