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HP LaserJet Pro - Installing the printer software in macOS on a wired (Ethernet) network

Learn how to install the printer software in macOS using a wired (Ethernet) connection.

The HP printer must be set up before you install the printer software. If you have not already set up the printer, follow the instructions for setting up your printer hardware before installing the software.

Step one: Connect the printer to the wired network

Connect the network cable to the printer and to the network. Wait a few minutes for the printer to acquire a network address.

Step two: Obtain the printer's IP address

Use the printer control panel to obtain the printer's IP address that you will need during software installation.

Example IP address: 192.168.0.1

Note:

The steps vary according to the type of control panel.

Touchscreen with white background

White control panel examples

Touchscreen with black background

Black control panel examples

2-line LCD with keypad

2-line control panel examples

Find your printer control-panel type in the options below and then follow the instructions to obtain the IP address.

Step three: Install the printer software

Follow these steps to download and install the printer software.

  1. Click Download.

    The computer downloads HP Easy Start.

  2. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch HP Easy Start and install the printer software.