To install an HP printer, first visit the HP Customer Support website or 123.hp.com to download the latest printer driver and software for your specific model and operating system. Then, run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen instructions to connect your printer via USB or Wi-Fi, completing the setup process. After installation, print a test page to verify the printer is working correctly[1][3][4].
Here are the detailed steps:
1. **Prepare your printer:** Ensure it is powered on and connected to Wi-Fi if using wireless setup or have the USB cable ready for wired connection.
2. **Download the software:** Go to HP Customer Support – Software and Driver Downloads (support.hp.com), enter your printer model, and select the latest driver and software compatible with your OS[1][4]. Alternatively, use 123.hp.com to download HP Smart app for setup.
3. **Uninstall previous drivers:** If you have an older or malfunctioning driver, uninstall it first through your computer’s Control Panel or System Preferences to avoid conflicts[4].
4. **Run the installer:** Launch the downloaded installation file and follow prompts. Choose connection type (USB or wireless). For wireless printers, you may use the Wireless Setup Wizard or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) on the printer control panel to connect to your network[2][4].
5. **Finalize and test:** Complete the installation and print a test page to confirm the printer is properly installed and functioning[2][4].
For Windows users, you can also update printer drivers via Device Manager or Windows Update to ensure compatibility[1][2].
If you need visual guidance, HP provides YouTube videos illustrating these steps[2][5].