Can't figure out which type of connection to use for my OfficeJet 4650.

[judybelle]

OK, I'm very 'technically challenged' here, so bear with me.  I had an HP Deskjet 3454 and unplugged the connections from it to the tower. I thought the same ports in the back of the old printer would be compatible with the new printer's ports...not so.  There was also a little black power adapter with a purple connection on one end and a two-prong  connection on the other end on the old printer.  I have no idea what to do with this and my new printer....  The instructions say "No USB cable included" and I don't know what to look for when I go to Best Buy.

I have a wireless router from ATT connected to my computer, but none of the ports on it match anything on the new printer, so I dont think I have a 'wireless connection.'  

You can see I really don't know much about connections, right?!?!?   HELP!!  i'D LIKE TO USE MY PRINTER.  Thanks.

Judybelle 

[banhien]

Hi,

The following link shows its specs:

       http://www8.hp.com/au/en/products/printers/product-detail.html?oid=7317520#!tab=specs

It supports USB and wireless

Wireless capability:

• Yes

Connectivity, standard:

• 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0
• 1 WiFi 802.11n

Well, which one is your new printer now ? Is it a Deskjet 3545 ?

Regards.

[judybelle]

No, it's a 4650 now;

[banhien · Accepted solution]

Hi,

Ok, you can connect wirelessly given your computer also supported wireless using same wireless router. If you wish to use USB connection, you can reuse the old cable or buy a cable which is similar to the following cable:

  

Regards.

[judybelle]

Thanks, I'll pick up one of those USB cables tomorrow.  You've been helpful!!!  😉