Unable to install HP Laser Jet MFP M126nw Printer's Driver

[RaviranjanSingh]

This is the Problem

[Rachel571]

Hi @RaviranjanSingh,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

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

If you're experiencing difficulties installing the driver for your HP LaserJet MFP M126nw printer, here are some troubleshooting steps you can try:

Download the Correct Driver: Ensure that you're downloading the correct driver for your printer model from the official HP website. Make sure to select the appropriate operating system version (Windows, macOS, Linux, etc.) that matches your computer.

Run the Driver Installation as Administrator: Right-click on the driver installation file and select "Run as administrator" to give it elevated privileges. This can sometimes help overcome installation issues related to permissions.

Temporarily Disable Antivirus/Firewall: Sometimes, antivirus or firewall software can interfere with the installation process. Temporarily disable any antivirus or firewall software running on your computer while you install the printer driver. Remember to enable it again once the installation is complete.

Disconnect and Reconnect the Printer: Unplug the USB cable connecting the printer to your computer and wait for a few moments. Then, reconnect the USB cable to a different USB port on your computer. This can help refresh the connection and resolve any communication issues.

Use HP Print and Scan Doctor: HP provides a free diagnostic tool called HP Print and Scan Doctor, which can help diagnose and resolve common printing and scanning problems. Download and run this tool to see if it can detect any issues with the printer installation and provide solutions.

Check for Windows Updates: Ensure that your operating system is up to date by installing any available Windows updates. Sometimes, printer driver installation issues can be resolved by updating the operating system.

Try a Different Installation Method: If you're installing the driver from a CD or DVD, try downloading the driver from the HP website instead. Similarly, if you're installing from the website, try using a CD/DVD if available.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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Rachel571

HP Support