HO Deskjet 2700 All in one printer USB cord setup will not work

[Upiperbob]

I have a HP Deskjet 2700 All in one printer/scanner.   Live in the country, internet slow.  Instead of using wifi for the printer I elected to use a USB direct cable from laptop to printer.    Cannot get it to setup.  Refers me to link to network but I just want to use it direct with the cable...Any help is appreciated   

[Jay_G24]

Hi @Upiperbob,

I'd like to help!

I understand you are trying to set up the printer with a USB cable.

Download the HP Smart app, and then follow the instructions to set up a USB connection in Windows.

1. If you already connected the printer USB cable to your computer, disconnect it, and then remove the printer from your computer.

   Search for and open Printers & scanners, and then select the name of your printer from the list. Click Remove device, click Yes, and then restart the computer.

2. Make sure an open USB port is available on your computer. Do not connect the printer to a USB hub or docking station as the printer might not receive enough power to operate properly.

3. Go to HP Smart - Microsoft Store and install the HP Smart app.

4. Open the app, and then follow the guided installation to complete the setup. If the setup does not begin automatically, click the Plus sign to add your printer.

Also, refer to -Troubleshoot a USB connection to an HP printer

Hope this helps! Keep me posted. 

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