HP no longer offers a downloadable driver for this device, however you can install your printer using the built-in Microsoft Windows drivers by following the instructions below.
Adding a USB-Connected Printer to Windows
You can set up a USB printer in Windows without needing to install additional drivers. Follow these steps:
Step 1: Enable Automatic Driver Installation
- Search Windows for and open “Change device installation settings.”
- Ensure “Yes (recommended)” is selected to allow Windows to download manufacturer drivers.
Step 2: Prepare Your Computer and Printer
- Make sure an open USB port is available on your computer. Avoid connecting the printer to a USB hub or docking station, as it might not receive enough power.
- Turn on the printer and connect the USB cable to both the printer and the computer.
Step 3: Automatic Installation
- If a “Found new hardware” message appears, follow any prompts to install the printer.
- If you can print successfully, the driver has been installed correctly.
Step 4: Manual Installation (If Needed)
- If you cannot print, search Windows for and open “Add a printer or scanner.”
- Click “Add a printer or scanner” and wait for Windows to find available printers.
- If your printer is listed, select it and click “Add device” to complete the installation.
Step 5: Manual Installation (If Printer Is Not Found)
- If your printer is not listed, click “The printer that I want isn’t listed.”
- In the “Find a printer by other options” window, select “Add a local printer or network printer with manual settings” and click “Next.”
- In the “Choose a printer port” window, select “Use an existing port,” choose “USB001: (Virtual printer port for USB)” from the drop-down menu, and click “Next.”
- Follow the instructions to install the driver for your printer model.
- By following these steps, you can add a USB-connected printer to your Windows computer without additional driver installations.