How to Install an HP Deskjet F4135 Printer

The HP DeskJet F4135 is an extremely inexpensive ink jet printer, copier and scanner. It has a list price of $39.99 in 2009. It is sold at warehouse stores, big box retailers and discount stores. It features a print resolution of 1200 DPI (black) and 4800 x 1200 DPI (color), at speeds of 17 PPM (black) and 11 PPM (color). It connects via USB cable and is compatible with both Windows and Macintosh computers.

Things You'll Need

• USB Cable Paper

Instructions

1. 

   Unpack the DeskJet from the box. Remove all packing material (cardboard, foam, plastic inserts and tape) from the printer.

2. 

   Plug the printer into an A/C outlet and turn it on. Install the ink carts, taking care to remove any tape from the carts, and confirm that the ink carts are snapped in securely and properly seated in the printer.

3. Connect the USB cable to the back of the DeskJet, and the other end into the computer. Avoid plugging the printer into a USB hub, if possible.

4. 

   Install the drivers for the DeskJet. Inserting the CD into a Windows machine will launch the autorun feature, which helps non-techie users easily install it, as this is a no-nonsense wizard. If it doesn't launch, access the CD under My Computer, and double click it. Mac users will see the CD icon on the desktop. Open the disk, double click on the installer, and the process will begin.

5. 

   Reboot the computer once the drivers have finished installing. Windows users should verify that the printer is installed by opening the Control Panel, Printer and Faxes, and confirming that the printer listed. Mac users should open System Preferences, select the Print & Fax icon, and the printer will be listed there.

6. 

   Print a test page. You can set the DeskJet as the default printer if desired, and by enabling Printer Sharing, other users on the same network can also access the printer, as long as your computer is powered on.

Tips & Warnings

• If you don't have the CD, or your drive is non-functioning, you can download the drivers from the HP Website.

• This printer does not include a USB cable. Use only authentic HP ink carts.

Resources

• HP North America