How to Install a HP Printer on a Network

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By Jason Gordon
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Networks make computing more convenient by allowing all devices to communicate and interact with each other. A network printer connected to a hub or router allows all computers to access and print from it. HP network printers are most easily connected via Ethernet cable.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Plug the HP network printer into your network hub or router using an Ethernet cable. Depending on the HP model and your router, you may also be able to use a USB.
Step 2

Install the HP Printer Setup CD into your computer's optical drive and follow the onscreen instructions to install the drivers and utilities.
Step 3

Click on "Start," "Control Panel," "Hardware & Sound" and "Printers."
Step 4

Click "Add a Printer" and select "Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer."
Step 5

Follow the add a printer wizard on-screen instructions to complete the HP network printer setup.
Step 6

You can also try the HP Network Printer Install Wizard (see Resources for link).
Step 7

Test the printer connection by printing a test page. Click on "Start," "Control Panel," "Hardware and Sound" and "Printers." Right-click on the network printer and click "Properties." In the "General" tab, click "Print Test Page."