To set up your HP printer to scan, follow these steps:
1. **Install the Full Drivers and Software**
Make sure you have installed the full HP drivers and software specifically for your printer model. You can download this from HP’s official website or through the installation CD if provided. This is essential for enabling the scan functionality on your computer[1][4].
2. **Connect Printer to Network**
– Connect your HP printer to your wireless network using the printer’s control panel.
– Navigate to the Settings or Network settings menu, select Wi-Fi Setup Wizard, then choose your home Wi-Fi network and enter the password to connect[2].
3. **Enable ‘Scan to Computer’ Feature**
– Open the HP Printer Assistant on your computer. On Windows, you can find it by clicking Start > All Apps > HP > your printer’s name.
– Go to the ‘Print, Scan & Fax’ or ‘Scan’ tab according to your printer model[1][5].
4. **Set Up Scan Destination Folder**
– You will need to configure a folder on your computer where scanned files will be saved.
– In the setup, enter a folder name, the network path to that folder, and credentials if needed (username and password for scanning access). You can choose to skip the security PIN if you want[1].
5. **Test the Scan Setup**
– Save the settings and test the connection to ensure your printer can send scans to the computer.
– On the printer’s touch screen, select the ‘Scan to Computer’ option, and choose your computer as the destination[1][2].
6. **Use HP Smart App (Optional)**
Alternatively, install the HP Smart app on your computer for an easier scanning experience. Place a document on the scanner glass or document feeder, open the HP Smart app, select your printer, and click the Scan tile. Adjust scan settings as needed, and start scanning[3].
By following these steps, your HP printer should be properly set up to scan documents directly to your computer. If you encounter issues, consult HP’s official support documentation or community forums for your specific printer model[1][4].