OfficeJet Pro 7740 retro driver

[ChrisWithWald]

I recently set up an OfficeJet Pro 7740 on a PaperCut MF print server. The PCL-3 driver that is available on the printers page does not work with our server due to being type 4. All of the universal print drivers print out gibberish. How can I get a type 3 driver for this printer?

[VikramTheGreat]

Hi @ChrisWithWald,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.
 

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

I understand you're trying to set up your OfficeJet Pro 7740 on a PaperCut MF print server and need the PCL-3 driver. Let’s work together to find the best solution! Here’s what you can try to get things up and running smoothly.

To get a Type 3 driver, you’ll need to take a different path:
 

1. Manually Install HP PCL 6 Drivers:
   • Go to HP’s official website and search for the HP OfficeJet Pro 7740 driver downloads.
   • Look for a PCL 6 driver that is Type 3 (or a non-Type 4 driver).
   • If unavailable, try using the HP Universal Print Driver (UPD) PCL 6, but ensure it’s Type 3, which you can find under older versions.
      
2. Use Windows Built-in Drivers:
   • Open Print Management (printmanagement.msc) on your print server.
   • Click on Drivers, then Add Driver and select HP Universal Printing PCL 6 (Type 3).
   • If you don’t see the right one, click Windows Update in the driver selection window and wait—it can take a while.
      
3. Extract Drivers from HP Full Software Package:
   • Download the Full Feature Software for the 7740 from HP’s website.
   • Use 7-Zip or a similar tool to extract the contents.
   • Inside, look for .inf files related to the PCL 6 or Type 3 driver and manually install them through Device Manager.
      
4. Check HP’s Enterprise Driver Repository:
   • Some enterprise drivers aren’t listed on the main support page but can be found on HP’s Enterprise Solutions website.
   • Searching for “HP OfficeJet Pro 7740 Type 3 PCL 6 driver” might lead you to an alternative package.

Once you install the right driver, the printer should start speaking your server’s language—no more gibberish, just crisp, clear prints.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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VikramTheGreat

HP Support 

[VikramTheGreat]

Hi @ChrisWithWald,

I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to follow up on the technical issue that we discussed earlier and confirm that it has been successfully resolved.

If you encounter any further issues or have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to assist you and provide any necessary support.

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Take care and have a great day ahead!

VikramTheGreat

HP Support

[VikramTheGreat]

Hi @ChrisWithWald,

We hope you’re doing great. We just want to send a follow-up message to check how things are, and whether you still need our help. If you still do, we’re just a DM away.

Take care and have a good day.

VikramTheGreat

HP Support