PrintIntroduction
This document explains how to install the print drivers and other software for your HP product to use it in a wired (Ethernet) network. Please read this if you plan to install the product software on a networked computer with a Windows Vista operating system.
NOTE:If you have more than one computer on the network, install the product software on each computer that will share the product.
Figure 1: Wired Network
Before you begin: Check requirements
Make sure you have the following items:
- One of the following types of wired access points or routers: Ethernet router, switch, hub, or wireless router with Ethernet ports
- A computer that connects to the wired access point or router
- A Category 5 Ethernet cable to use for the HP product. (Do not use a standard telephone cable.)
Are you changing from USB connection to Ethernet connection?
If you previously installed the software for a USB connection and now want to change to an Ethernet connection, follow these instructions to remove the USB installation before continuing.
- Click the Windows icon (
), click Control Panel
, and then click Printers
. - Right-click the icon for HP product.
- Click Delete to remove the product.
- Disconnect the USB cable from the product and the computer.
Step one: Connect the HP All-in-One to the network
- Remove any plug or protective cover from the Ethernet port on the back of the product.
- Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the product, and then connect the other end of the cable to an available port on the wired access point or router.
- Connect the power cord to the product, and then plug it into an electrical outlet.
- Turn the product on.
Step two: Decide whether to install with the product CD or download the software
Don’t worry if you don’t have the printer CD!
You can download the most current software available for your printer from the HP website at no cost. The following information might help you decide which installation method to use:
| For a new printer: | CD installation is a quick and easy method. |
| For an older printer: | CD installation might not work
if you are installing the printer on a computer running a newer operating system that released AFTER the HP printer released. For example, Windows Vista released in 2007. If HP manufactured your printer prior to that year, the CD that came with the printer might not work correctly on a computer running Vista. |
| About the software: | The software on the CD is current to the date of the printer release. |
| For a new printer: | If you do not have a CD, you can download the software you need. |
| For an older printer: | Downloading the software provides the best results for your older printer.
Even though it takes more time than using the CD, downloading the latest software can help you avoid installation issues. Downloading is the recommended method if your computer operating system released after the HP printer released. |
| About the software: | The software you can download from the HP website is most current software available for your printer. HP often updates software and drivers after the printer and CD release to the market. |
Step three: Install the software
When you are ready to begin, follow the instructions for the installation method that you want to use (CD or download). During the installation, choose the option for the network
type of connection, not
the USB option.
IMPORTANT: If you get any firewall messages during installation, click unblock
, accept
, continue
, unblock
, yes
, allow
, or permit
, or the installation will fail.
Method one: Install the software with the product CD
During the installation, you choose what type of installation you want. The installation type names vary depending on your product. The following information might help you decide which installation type to use.
| Recommended type | Custom type |
|---|---|
| Recommended , Full , or Easy | Custom , Express , or Advanced |
| For full use of all your product features
: This installation provides full product functionality. HP also includes valuable software to help you get the most out of your product. This type of installation is designed to work for most users. | A custom type of installation might be available for your product. This installation allows you to install the minimum software required or the preferred software. Use this type of installation only if the computer is low on hard disk space or you attempted a recommended type of installation and received errors. (Try to fix any errors before starting a custom installation.)  CAUTION:To avoid unintended loss of product functionality, read the description of each software component carefully during the installation process.
|
The Recommended
type of installation allows you to take advantage of all your product features.
Follow these steps to install the software with the product CD.
- Insert the product CD into the CD drive of the computer, and then wait a few seconds for the software installer to start.If the installer does not start automatically, click the Windows icon (
), click Computer
, and then double-click the CD drive.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.NOTE:If you have previously installed the software and are changing the connection type from USB to Ethernet, click Add a device when the Uninstall the software or add a device window opens.
IMPORTANT: The installer might ask if you want to check online for the latest installation updates for your product. For the best installation results, HP recommends that you click “Yes” to let the installer check for updates and download them for you.
Method two: Download and install the software from the HP Web site
Follow these steps to download the software, and then install it.
Step one: Download the software
Follow these steps to download the product software and save it to your computer.
- Turn the product on.
- Open a new window to browse to the Select Software and Drivers page:
- Right-click this link, Select Software and Drivers , and then click Open in New Window .
- If prompted, type your product number. You might also need to click it in a list of similar products.
- Click your operating system.The Select Software and Drivers page opens.
- Click the Full Feature Software and Drivers option in the Driver section.
- Click Download only . This option allows you to install the software at any time after the download completes.
- Click Save , and then browse to the location on your computer where you want to save the file.
- Click Save . The software downloads to your computer.Hint: Make a note of the place that you saved the file, in case you want to install it at a later time.
Step two: Install the software
Follow these steps to install the downloaded software.
- When the download is complete and you are ready to install the files, click Open Folder , and then click the downloaded file. The file name ends in .exe .NOTE:If you closed the Download Complete screen, browse to the folder where you saved the .exe file, and then click it.
- You can accept the default location to save the files. Click Next , and then wait while the installer extracts the files to prepare for installation.
- When the Install Wizard starts, follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.NOTE:If you previously installed the software and are changing the connection type from USB to Ethernet, click Add a device when the Uninstall the software or add a device window opens.During a Full Feature installation, you choose what type of installation you want. The following information might help you decide which installation type to use.
Recommended Custom For full use of all your product features : This installation provides full product functionality. HP also includes valuable software to help you get the most out of your product.
This installation type is designed to work for most users.A custom type of installation might be available for your product. This installation allows you to install the minimum software required or the preferred software.
Use this type of installation only if the computer is low on hard disk space or you attempted a recommended type of installation and received errors. (Try to fix any errors before starting a custom installation.)CAUTION:To avoid unintended loss of product functionality, read the description of each software component carefully during the installation process.The Recommended type of installation allows you to get the most out of your product.
