The first step in setting up your HP printer is to unbox the printer, remove any protective tape or packaging, and install the ink or toner cartridges. Once the physical setup is complete, plug the printer into a power source and turn it on. For wireless models, connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network either by using the printer's control panel or by utilizing the HP Smart app, which simplifies the Wi-Fi connection process and ensures the printer is linked to the same network as your computer or mobile devices.
After connecting the printer to Wi-Fi, install the necessary software and drivers on your computer. This can be done by downloading the latest drivers from the HP website or by using the automatic printer detection feature of your operating system. Once the drivers are installed, you can print a test page to confirm that the printer is functioning correctly. Additionally, for mobile printing, you can link your smartphone or tablet to the printer using the HP Smart app, AirPrint (iOS), or Google.123.hp.com/setup