How to Set up HP Envy Inspire 7955e Printer

Are you looking to set up  HP Envy Inspire 7955e printer? This all-in-one printer is designed to meet your home or office printing needs with ease. Whether you are tech-savvy or a complete beginner, this guide will help you connect and install your printer efficiently. Follow these step-by-step instructions to get your printer up and running in no time.

How to Set up HP Envy Inspire 7955e Printer:

Step 1: Unbox Your Printer:

Start by carefully unboxing your HP Envy Inspire 7955e printer. Inside the box, you should find:

• The HP Envy Inspire 7955e printer
• Power cord
• Ink cartridges (black and color)
• User manual
• Installation CD (if included)

Ensure you have all the components before proceeding.

Step 2: Power Up Your Printer:

• Plug one end of the power cord into the back of the printer and the other end into a power outlet.
• Press the power button located on the printer. Wait for the printer to initialize and complete the startup process.

Step 3: Install the Ink Cartridges:

•  Lift the ink cartridge access door. The carriage will move to the center for easy access.
•  Remove the new ink cartridges from their packaging. Insert the black cartridge into the right slot and the color cartridge into the left slot. Push each cartridge firmly until it clicks into place.
•  Close the ink cartridge access door and wait for the printer to recognize the cartridges.

 Step 4: Load Paper:

•  Pull out the input tray and slide the paper width guides to their outermost position.
• Load a stack of plain, white paper into the tray. Adjust the paper width guides so they touch the edges of the paper stack.
• Push the tray back into the printer.

Step 5: Connect Your Printer to Wi-Fi:

•  On the printer’s touchscreen, navigate to the setup menu.
• Choose the “Network” or “Wireless” settings option.
• Select “Wireless Setup Wizard” or “Wi-Fi Setup” and choose your Wi-Fi network from the list of available networks.
• Enter your Wi-Fi password using the touchscreen keyboard. Press “OK” to connect.
• Wait for the printer to connect to your Wi-Fi network. A confirmation message will appear once the connection is successful.

Step 6: Install Printer Software:

• Visit the HP Support Website support.hp.com and enter your printer model (HP Envy Inspire 7955e) in the search bar.
• Download the latest printer software and drivers for your operating system.
• Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
• Choose the option to connect the printer wirelessly during installation.

Step 7: Complete the Setup:

• Once the installation is complete, print a test page to ensure the printer is working correctly.
• Register your printer with HP to receive updates and support.

Troubleshooting Tips

• If your printer fails to connect to Wi-Fi, ensure your network is functioning correctly. Restart your router and printer if necessary.
•  If you encounter issues during software installation, ensure your computer’s operating system is up-to-date and try reinstalling the software.

 Scanning the document to computer on HP Envy Inspire 7955e printer:

•  Lift the scanner lid on the printer.
•  Place the document face-down on the scanner glass. Align it with the guides on the edge of the glass.
•  Close the scanner lid carefully.
•  Launch the HP Smart app on your computer.
•  Click on the “Scan” tile or icon within the app.
•  Configure your scan settings such as document type, color mode, resolution, and file format (PDF, JPEG, etc.).
•  Click on the “Scan” button to begin scanning the document.
• After scanning, you will see a preview of the scanned document. Use the editing tools if needed (crop, rotate, etc.).
• Click on “Save” or “Save As” to save the scanned document to your desired location on your computer.

 Scan Using the Printer Control Panel (Alternative Method):

•  On the printer’s touchscreen, navigate to the “Scan” option.
•  Choose “Scan to Computer.”
•  Select your computer from the list of available devices.
•  Set your desired scan settings on the printer control panel.
•  Press the “Start Scan” button. The scanned document will be sent to your computer.

Retrieve the Scanned Document:

•  Navigate to the folder where you saved the scanned document.
•  Open the file to ensure it has been scanned correctly.

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Conclusion:

By following these steps, you should now have your HP Envy Inspire 7955e printer connected and ready to use. This printer offers high-quality prints and convenient wireless features, making it an excellent addition to any home or office. If you encounter any issues, refer to the user manual or visit the HP Support website for further assistance.

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