To connect your computer to an HP printer, you can do so via a wired USB connection or wirelessly through Wi-Fi.
For a **wired USB connection**, connect the USB cable from the printer to an available USB port on your computer. Wait for the computer to recognize the device and, if prompted, install the necessary drivers or follow on-screen instructions to complete setup[1][3].
For a **wireless connection**, ensure your printer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer. On the printer, use its control panel to select the Wi-Fi setup wizard, choose your network, and enter the password. On your computer (Windows), go to Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners, click “Add a printer or scanner” to find your printer, or manually add it using its IP address if it doesn’t appear. You may need to download and install the HP Smart app or the latest printer drivers from HP’s website to assist with wireless setup[1][2][3][5].
Using the HP Smart app can simplify the process: install it on your computer, create or sign into an HP account, and follow the guided steps to add and configure your printer[1][5].
If issues occur, try restarting the printer and computer, verifying both are on the same network for wireless setups, and ensuring you have the latest drivers installed[4].
This method works for most HP printer models on Windows and Mac systems. If you need detailed step-by-step instructions tailored to your exact model and operating system, those can be provided as well.