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Can't get items scanned to my computer.  Downloaded HP Smart app, but it will not recognize my computer.

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@SheriBlueberry wrote:

1) Can't get items scanned to my computer. 

2)  Downloaded HP Smart app, but it will not recognize my computer.


 

 

OK...

Not much information -- we do have the Operating System / version:  Windows 10

 

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1)  "Scan to Computer" is generally available as on a supported printer that includes a text-input-capable Printer Control Panel and -- on the computer -- installed the Full Feature Software / full driver printer software.

 

After the printer software is installed, the "Scan to Computer" feature must be enabled.

 

Example - Windows - Full Feature Software - Installed

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and / or

 

If the printer is on your network,

If your printer supports the option,

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Webscan – located in the Embedded Web Server (EWS) – No additional software

This option requires a network connection and EWS

 

EWS > HP Document / How-to

Use the HP printer Embedded Web Server (EWS)

 

NOTE: Webscan feature is not available on Laser printers

 

If the printer is on the network,

If the EWS feature is available on your printer,

 

First Time Use Only: Enable  Webscan

Open your favorite browser > type / enter Printer IP address into URL / Address bar

Tab Settings > Security > Administrator Settings > Enable >> Check box next to Webscan

Click Apply to save any changes

 

Use Webscan

Open your favorite browser > type / enter Printer IP address into URL / Address bar

Tab Scan > Webscan 

Set up Webscan the way you want it - for example, set the Source to ADF

Click Start Scan to scan your document / image using Webscan

After the scan is complete, Save the scan to your computer.

 

 

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2)  HP Smart is less sensitive to the computer than it is the printer model, whether the printer can support the HP Smart application, AND the way that printer is connected to the network.

 

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HP Smart - Windows - Application

 

HP Smart is an application available in the Microsoft Store

OR

Open the Homepage / Support Website for your printer

Category Software and Drivers > Check/ Get the App

 

>>> How to Use >>> HP printer setup (HP Smart app)

>>> Terms of Use >>>  HP Smart – formally HP Connected – Services Terms of Use

 

NOTES: 

  • Read the Terms of Use document to understand the conditions of using HP Smart products.  For example, in the HP Smart application, find the ToU link in HP Smart > Settings (gear) > About > Click on the link for Terms of Use
  • Read FAQ - including - What are the requirements to set up a printer using the HP Smart app?
  • If using VPN >>Disconnect from Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection before downloading.
  • Turn on Wi-Fi on your computer or mobile device and connect to your network. If the computer is connected to the network with an Ethernet cable, temporarily disconnect the cable and use the Wi-Fi connection during the setup.
  • Enable Bluetooth for an HP Smart app setup: Enable Bluetooth on your computer or mobile device so that HP Smart can detect the printer during the setup.  Source: How to scan with an HP printer > FAQ > Why can't I connect my wireless printer or scan over the network?
  • HP Smart requires that you sign into the application using your HP Account credentials.
  • When working through a browser to access HP Smart, be sure you have Cookies enabled.  If cookies are enabled and you are having trouble, clear Cache and Cookies.   And / Or … Try a different browser – assign that browser as the Default. (Note:  Chrome not working?  Use / Assign a different default browser.)
  • Where possible, HP Smart benefits (likes) having the Full Feature Software / full driver printer software installed.  For example, full driver provides access to Shortcuts and Printing Preferences.
  • “Share” to email – Before using Share, add your sender email address to the Windows Mail application

 

  • Document includes the HP Smart application download links for Windows and Mobile devices, plus an FAQ section to assist with questions / issues.
    •  FAQ examples: 
      • What are the requirements to use the HP Smart app?
      • Which printers are compatible with the HP Smart app?
      • Why do I need to sign in or create an account to use the HP Smart app features?
      • Which languages does the HP Smart app support?
    • Older versions of the HP Smart app no longer support the required login feature.
    • Update the application to the latest version to access / use HP Smart

 

Help Here:  Unable to download and install the HP Smart printer app

and

Check / Update  >> Every device (computer(s) and mobile) where HP Smart is installed should be running the latest version of the HP Smart application available for that device platform (Operating System / Version).

 

 

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