How to connect HP LaserJet 1010 in Windows 7

One feature of the HP LaserJet 1010 is that it was released earlier for Windows 7; thus, trying to install this printer on a Windows 7 computer can be difficult due to compatibility issues. Fortunately, there are other drivers from the same HP printer series that you can use to connect the LaserJet 1010 to a Windows 7 computer.

Steps

Part 1 of 2: Connecting the Printer to Your Computer

Step 1. Connect the HP LaserJet 1010 to your computer

Do this with a USB interface cable. Step 2. Connect the printer to a power source and turn it on.

Step 3. Click on the Orb button in the lower left corner of the screen and select “Control Panel”

Step 4. Click the “Devices and Printers” button

Step 5. Click the “Add a Printer” button

It's in the upper left corner of the window.

Step 6. Select “Add a Local Printer”

Click the “Next” button to continue.

Step 7. Select “Use an existing port”

A drop-down list will appear; select from the options “DOT4_001”.

Click the “Next” button to go to the next page

Part 2 of 2: Configuring Settings

Step 1. Select “HP” from the list of manufacturers and select “HP LaserJet 3055 PCL5” under the list of printers

Step 2. Select “Use the driver that is currently installed”

Click the “Next” button to continue.

Step 3. Enter the name you want for your printer

Step 4. Select whether you want to share the printer or not

Choose if you want to set it as your default printer.

• Once you are done, click the “Finish” button to complete the settings.

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