HP Deskjet 5850 Color Inkjet Printer - Manual (Page 69)

installing the printer software
Before installing the printer software on a networked computer, verify the following
items:
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The printer is set up and powered on.
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The network hub , switch , or router is powered on and functioning properly.
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All computers on the network are powered on and connected to the network.
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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 will guide
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.