Installing the software
Choose which connection method to use
The following methods can be used to connect your printer.
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Gigabit Ethernet | Very fast; varies | Long (100 m=328 ft.) | Requires extra equipment (switches). | |
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Jetdirect print server | Moderate; varies | Long (100 m = 328 ft) | Requires extra equipment (switches) | |
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USB 2.0 | Very fast | Short (5 m = 16 ft) | A certified USB 2.0 cable is necessary for | |
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NOTE: The speed of any network connection depends on all components used in the network, which can include network interface cards, hubs, routers, switches, and cables. If any one of these components cannot operate at high speed, you will have a
Connect to a network (Windows)
Before you begin, check your equipment:
●The printer should be set up and on.
●The Ethernet hub or router should be on and functioning correctly.
●All computers on the network should be on and connected to the network.
●The printer should be connected to the network.
Now you can proceed to install the printer software and connect your printer:
1.Make a note of the IP address from the status screen on the printer's front panel (192.168.1.1 in this example):
2.Insert the HP
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