Complete Guide: Unboxing, Setup, and Installation for
HP OfficeJet Pro Printers

Here's a step-by-step officejet pro printer guide:

Step 1: Unboxing and Initial Printer Preparation

●  Unpack Your HP OfficeJet Pro Printer:

1.  Carefully remove the HP OfficeJet Pro printer from its box.

2.  Remove all tape, stickers, and packing materials from both the exterior and interior of the printer. This includes any foam or cardboard inside the scanner lid, ink cartridge access area, and paper trays. Refer to your printer's quick start guide for exact locations, as these can vary slightly by model.

3.  Keep the power cord, set up ink cartridges, and any documentation.

●  Connect Power:

1.  Plug the power cord into the back of your HP OfficeJet Pro printer.

2.  Plug the other end of the power cord directly into a wall electrical outlet. It's generally advised to avoid surge protectors or power strips for the initial setup, if possible.

3.  Press the power button on the printer to turn it on.

●  Initial Control Panel Setup (if applicable):

1.  If your printer has a touchscreen or display, follow the on-screen prompts to select your preferred language, country/region (e.g., India), and set the date and time.

●  Install Setup Ink Cartridges:

1.  Open the ink cartridge access door on your HP OfficeJet Pro printer.

2.  Wait for the ink carriage to move to the centre and become idle.

3.  Unpack the setup ink cartridges that came with your printer. Be sure to only touch the black plastic on the cartridges to avoid touching the contacts or nozzles.

4.  Insert each cartridge into its corresponding slot, pushing it firmly until it clicks into place. Ensure the color on the cartridge matches the color or letter on the slot.

5.  Close the ink cartridge access door. The printer may go through an initialization process and might print an alignment page. If prompted, follow the instructions on the printer display to scan the alignment page to ensure proper print quality.

●  Load Paper:

1.  Open the main input paper tray.

2.  Load a stack of plain white paper (short edge first, print side down) into the input tray.

3.  Adjust the paper width guides so they gently rest against the edges of the paper stack. Do not overfill the tray.

4.  Close the paper tray.

Step 2: Using 123.hp.com to Download HP Smart App

●  Go to 123.hp.com:

1.  Open a web browser on your computer or mobile device (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge).

2.  In the address bar, type 123.hp.com and press Enter.

●  Identify Your Printer:

1.  The website will prompt you to enter your HP OfficeJet Pro printer model name or number (e.g., "HP OfficeJet Pro 9010e", "HP OfficeJet Pro 7740"). This information is usually found on a label on the printer itself (often on the back, bottom, or inside the cartridge access door).

2.  Click "Next" or the appropriate button to proceed.

●  Download the HP Smart App:

1.  123.hp.com will automatically detect your operating system (Windows, macOS, Android, iOS) and recommend the HP Smart app.

2.  Click the "Download" button to get the HP Smart app.

3.  Important: If you are using a Virtual Private Network (VPN), it's recommended to temporarily disconnect from it before downloading and during the setup process, as it can sometimes interfere with printer discovery.

●  Install the HP Smart App:

1.  Once the download is complete, locate the downloaded file (usually in your "Downloads" folder) and open it.

3.  Follow the on-screen instructions to install the HP Smart app on your device.

Step 3: Completing Setup with the HP Smart App

●  Open HP Smart App:

1.  Launch the HP Smart app after installation.

2.  If prompted, create an HP account or sign in to an existing account. This is often necessary for HP+ printers and provides access to features like Instant Ink, cloud printing, and HP support.

●  Add Your Printer:

1.  The HP Smart app will guide you through connecting your printer.

2.  Select "Set up a new printer" or "Add Printer."

3.  The app will search for your HP OfficeJet Pro printer on your local network.

If your printer is not automatically detected:

●  For Wi-Fi connection: The app will prompt you to connect your printer to your Wi-Fi network. This might involve:

#  Printers with a touchscreen: Follow instructions on the printer's display to navigate to Wireless Setup Wizard and select your network.

#  Printers without a touchscreen: The app might guide you to temporarily connect your computer/mobile device to a temporary HP printer network (e.g., HP=Setup ) and then use the printer's Embedded Web Server (EWS) to enter your Wi-Fi password. Alternatively, it might instruct you to use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button on your router.

●  For USB connection: The app will instruct you when to connect a USB cable between your printer and computer. Do not connect the USB cable until prompted by the app.

●  Complete the Setup:

1.  Once the printer is connected to your network (or via USB), the HP Smart app will install the necessary drivers and software.

2.  You may be prompted to register your printer, enroll in Instant Ink (if applicable), or enable other services. Follow these prompts as desired.

3.  The app might offer to print a test page to confirm successful installation.

Your HP OfficeJet Pro printer should now be fully set up and ready to use for printing, scanning, and other functions from your computer or mobile device.