Installed this older printer on new PC. Print and copy work but not scan. USB connection

[gerrys22]

OfficeJet 5610 and new (refurb)) HP Win 10 64 desktop

[Dragon-Fur]

@gerrys22 

Welcome to the HP Community Forum.

Windows 10 supports this printer using the Windows Built-in Print Driver.

Windows print driver provides basic print function.

Scan is possible using software / applications that are compatible with the built-in print driver.

Reference here:

HP Printers - Installing and Using the Windows Built-in Print Driver

Scan?  See Section FAQ > How do I use the printer functions with the built-in driver?

Example

Scan documents and photos: Complete scan jobs with a Windows app that works with the built-in driver.

• Windows Fax and Scan: In Windows, search for and open Windows Fax and Scan. Click New Scan, and then select your printer.
• Windows Paint: In Windows, search for and open Paint. Click FileFrom scanner or camera.
• Windows Scan app: In Windows, search for and open the Windows Scan app. If it is not listed, go to Windows Scan (in English) to install it.

HP printers - Windows built-in driver fails to install

 General Example - Windows Fax and Scan

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General Example - Paint - Scan Test 300 and 600 dpi

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References / Resources

Third party scan software is generally available -- and likely not free.

One "not free" example of software that would might work:  VueScan

Inclusion of the link is not an endorsement of the product - I don't use the software.

HP Printer Home Page - References and Resources

Learn about your Printer  - Solve Problems

“Things that are your printer”

When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic

NOTE:  Content depends on device type and Operating System

Categories:  Alerts, Access to the Print and Scan Doctor (Windows), Warranty Check, HP Drivers / Software / Firmware Updates, How-to Videos, Bulletins/Notices, Lots of How-to Documents, Troubleshooting, Manuals > User Guides, Product Information (Specifications), Supplies, and more

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[gerrys22]

Thanks so much Dragon.  Was working with my old Windows 7. Had to buy the 10 due to  Chrome updates ending, \Kills  the printer,  Catch 22.  Thanks again!

[Dragon-Fur]

@gerrys22 

You are welcome.

Unfortunately, sometimes the answer is "No".

No one likes that answer. 😑

In this case, the answer is not "No" as much as "Works - but not quite as nicely as having full driver printer software".

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