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HP LaserJet M207-M212 printers - First time printer setup

To set up a printer for the first time, remove the printer and all packing materials from the box, connect the printer to a power source, download and install HP Smart or the printer software, connect the printer to a network, create an HP Account, and load paper.

Note:

If you are looking for the printer software, go to http://123.hp.com.

Unbox and Set Up the HP LaserJet M207-M212, M207e-212e Printer Series

Learn how to remove the HP LaserJet M207-M212 and M207e-212e Printer Series from its packaging. Also learn how to download the printer software for the printer and prepare it for use. Applies to HP LaserJet models: M207, M208, M209, M210, M211, M212, M207e, M208e, M209e, M210e M211e, and M212e.

Step 1: Remove the printer from the box

Remove the printer from the box, and then remove the packing material.

Remove the printer and power cord from the box.
Remove and recycle all packing material.

Note:
Do not remove the toner cartridge from the printer. The printer is shipped with a toner cartridge already prepared for printing.

Step 2: Connect the power cord and turn on the printer

Plug the power cord into a wall outlet and turn on the printer.

Note:

Do not connect a USB cable at this time. The connection to the computer is established during the software installation. HP+ printers must be connected to the internet (Wi-Fi or wired). If you want to use a USB cable, connect your HP+ printer to internet first, and then connect the USB cable as secondary connection.

Connect the power cord to the rear of the printer, and then plug the other end of the power cord into an electrical outlet.
Turn on the printer.

Step 3: Install the printer software and connect the printer

Use the HP Smart app or HP Easy Start to help you set up the printer and connect the printer to a wireless network (preferred) or USB connection.

Note:

An HP account is required for HP+ printers, if you do not have an account, you can create one during the software installation process.

HP Smart (Windows 10, macOS)

Install HP Smart, open the app, and then add your printer.

Make sure your computer is connected to your Wi-Fi network and the printer is in Wireless Setup Mode. In Wireless Setup Mode, the front light bar pulses purple and the Wi-Fi icon blinks.

Open the HP Smart app on your computer. If you are looking for the printer software, go to http://123.hp.com.
If the front light on the printer is not purple and pulsing, then set the printer to Wireless Setup Mode.
1. Press and hold the Information button for three seconds, and then release.
  
  All control panel buttons light up.
2. Press the Wi-Fi and Cancel buttons at the same time.
  
  The front light becomes purple and pulses.
In HP Smart, click the Plus sign, and follow the on-screen instructions to add your printer and complete the Wi-Fi connection.

Your printer is now added.

HP Smart (Android, Apple iOS)

Install HP Smart, open the app, and then add your printer.

Make sure your device is connected to your Wi-Fi network and the printer is in Wireless Setup Mode. In Wireless Setup Mode, the front light bar pulses purple and the Wi-Fi icon blinks.

Open the HP Smart app on your Android or Apple device. If you are looking for the printer software, go to http://123.hp.com or your app store.
If the front light on the printer is not purple and pulsing, then set the printer to Wireless Setup Mode.
1. Press and hold the Information button for three seconds, and then release.
  
  All control panel buttons light up.
2. Press the Wi-Fi and Cancel buttons at the same time.
  
  The front light becomes purple and pulses.
In HP Smart, click the Plus sign, and follow the on-screen instructions to add your printer and complete the Wi-Fi connection.

Note:
In case your mobile device running Android OS 7.0 (Nougat) or later and you are unable to complete the printer setup, turn off the cellular data temporarily, and then try again.

Your printer is now added.

HP Easy Start (Windows 7)

Install HP Easy Start, open the app, and then add your printer.

Make sure your device is connected to your Wi-Fi network and the printer is in Wireless Setup Mode. In Wireless Setup Mode, the front light bar pulses purple and the Wi-Fi icon blinks.

Download and install HP Easy Start from http://123.hp.com/laserjet.
Open HP Easy Start, and then follow the on-screen instructions to connect to the network.
If the front light on the printer is not purple and pulsing, then set the printer to Wireless Setup Mode.
1. Press and hold the Information button for three seconds, and then release.
  
  All control panel buttons light up.
2. Press the Wi-Fi and Cancel buttons at the same time.
  
  The front light becomes purple and pulses.
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the printer.

Your printer is now set up.

Step 4: Load paper, install the tray cover, and complete the setup

Load paper into the input tray and install the tray cover.

Slide the paper guides to the edges of the input tray.
Load a stack of plain paper with the print-side facing up into the input tray, and then slide the stack forward until it stops.

Note:
Load up to 150 sheets of paper with the print side facing up and the top edge toward the printer. If you are loading pre-punched paper, load the paper with the holes toward the left side of the tray.
Slide the paper guides until they rest against the stack of paper.
Install the tray cover.
Extend the output tray.

Your printer is now set up and ready for printing.

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