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Install the printer software, Ethernet lights – HP Deskjet 6988dt Printer User Manual

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State of the Link light Task

6.

Print an HP Report page

.

7.

Install the

printer software

on each computer that will use the printer.

Caution

It is recommended that the printer and the computers that use it

be on the same subnet. Printer installation across subnets can be
problematic depending on the type of router used.

Install the printer software

Before installing the printer software on a networked computer, verify the following items:

The printer is set up and powered on.

The network

hub

,

switch

, or

router

is powered on and functioning properly.

All computers on the network are powered on and connected to the network.

The

printer is installed

on the network.

Previous installations
If the printer software was previously installed on the computer, you must use the printer
software CD to install an Ethernet version of the printer driver on the computer. Follow
the steps below. The printer software installation wizard guides you through the
installation process.

Caution

It is recommended that the printer and the computers that use it be on

the same subnet. Printer installation across subnets can be problematic
depending on the type of router used.

Software installation
Follow these steps to install the printer software on the computer:
1.

Close all applications running on the computer.

2.

Insert the printer software CD in the computer's CD-ROM drive.

3.

Follow the onscreen instructions. On the Connection Type screen, select Wired
Network
.

4.

After the installation has completed, follow the onscreen instructions to print a test
page.

Ethernet lights

The printer's Ethernet lights indicate the status of the printer's Ethernet connection.

Link light
The Link light is solid when the printer is connected to an Ethernet network and powered
on.

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