Hi @opalsky,
Welcome to HP Forums, this is a great place to get support, find answers and tips.
Thank you for posting your query, I'll be more than glad to help you.
I understand that you are unable to setup your printer via USB cable.
Let's go through a few steps that may help to fix this issue.
And here are a few steps for you in the link: USB Printer Setup (Windows)
Let me know how this works.
You have a good day ahead.
Rainbow23
I am an HP Employee
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