To set up a printer for the first time, remove the printer from the box, connect the power cord, load paper, install the cartridges, and then go to 123.hp.com to download and install the printer software.
Remove the printer from the box, and then remove all tape, stickers, and packing materials.
To avoid setup problems and potential printer damage, make sure all internal packing material is removed, all doors are closed and trays reinserted before turning on the printer.
Plug the printer into an electrical outlet, turn on the printer, and then set your preferences.
Do not connect a USB cable at this time. A connection to your computer is established during software installation.
Load plain paper into the input tray.
Install the HP ink cartridges that came with your printer.
The printer prints an Alignment Page to align the printhead.
Your HP printer hardware is now set up, and you can install the printing software. Do not attempt to connect the printer to a computer or mobile device until instructed to do so during software installation or app setup.
Go to 123.hp.com, and then follow the step-by-step instructions to download the latest version of HP software and complete setup.
An HP account is required for HP+ printers, if you do not have an account, you can create one during the software installation process.