Connectivity with computer

[Rose-Austin]

My printer’s specs indicate USB-2 connectivity as well as LAN/wifi. The printer did not come with a USB cord, nor can I find a place on the printer to use my own USB cord. What’s up with that???

[Nal_NR]

Hi @Rose-Austin,

Welcome to the HP Support Community. 

I'd be happy to help you! 

It sounds like there might be some confusion about the USB connectivity options on your HP LaserJet MFP M234sdwe printer. Here are some clarifications:

USB Connectivity: The HP LaserJet MFP M234sdwe printer does support USB connectivity, but it may not come with a USB cable in the box. You should be able to use your own USB cable to connect the printer to your computer.

Locating the USB Port: The USB port on the printer is typically located at the back or side of the printer. It may be labeled as "USB" or have the USB symbol next to it. Please check the printer's user manual for the exact location of the USB port.

Using USB for Setup: If you're setting up the printer for the first time, you might need to use a USB connection to initially configure the printer's wireless settings. Once the wireless setup is complete, you can disconnect the USB cable and use the printer over the wireless network.

Here's what you need to do:

1. Disconnect printer/scanner from computer- Disable WLAN, WiFi and/or remove the USB or LAN cable.- Do not switch off the printer >> unplug the power cord from the socket!
2. Uninstall HP printer software, and then remove the printer from your Devices list.
3. Restart the PC
4. Close all programs
5. download only this complete package HP Universal Scan - Full Feature Software and Driver

1. Close all programs
2. Reconnect the printer to the power supply and switch it on (if this does not happen automatically)
3. Please note: WLAN has to be deactivated!
4. Open up the run command with the "Windows Key + R" key combo > in folder Downloads double-click on the EXE
5. the installation is performed according to the connection type, then connect the printer accordingly
6. The installation was completed successfully, now you must ...
7. Restart the System again
8. Now the installation is complete.

Document error messages accurately, even better is to take a screenshot of it and upload here.

Hope this helps! Keep me posted for further assistance.

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