5. Download and install the software
5. Download and install the software
Method 1: Download HP Easy Start (Windows and OS X)
1.
Go to 123.hp.com/laserjet, and click Download.
2.
Follow the on-screen instructions and prompts to save the file to the computer
3.
Launch the software file from the folder where the file was saved.
Method 2: Download from printer support website
(Windows and OS X)
1.
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljM153.
2.
Select Software and drivers.
3.
Download the software for your printer model and operating system.
4.
Launch the software file from the folder where the file was saved.
6.
Mobile printing (optional)
6.1
Connect the device to the wireless network
To print from a phone or tablet, connect the device to the same wireless network
as the printer.
Apple iOS devices (AirPrint): Open the item to print, and select the Action icon.
Select Print, select the printer, and then select Print.
Android devices (4.4 or newer): Open the item to print, and select the
Menu button. Select Print, select the printer, and select Print.
Some devices require downloading the HP Print Service plugin app from the
Google Play store.
Windows Phone: Download the HP Smart app from the Windows Store.
Learn more about mobile printing
For further information on these and other operating
systems (Chrome/Google Cloud Print) go to
www.hp.com/go/LaserJetMobilePrinting
QR code.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
User guide
The user guide includes printer usage and troubleshooting information. It is available
on the printer CD and on the Web:
1.
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljM153.
2.
Select the printer if prompted to, and then click User Guides.
Check for firmware updates
1.
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljM153.
2.
Select the printer if prompted to, and then click Software and Drivers.
3.
Select the operating system, and then click the Next button.
4.
Select Firmware, and then click the Download button.
or scan the
Method 3: Install from the printer CD (Windows only)
1.
Insert the printer CD into the computer.
2.
Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
Install Notes
Install Notes
For more details about the software for the printer, see the install notes file on the
For more details about the software for the printer, see the install notes file on the
printer CD.
printer CD.
6.2
Wi-Fi Direct (wireless models only)
Wi-Fi Direct allows Wi-Fi capable devices, such as smart phones, tablets, or
computers, to make wireless network connection directly to the printer without
using a wireless router or access point. Connect to the printer's Wi-Fi Direct signal
the same way Wi-Fi capable devices are connected to a new wireless network or
hotspot.
Enable Wi-Fi Direct
Enable Wi-Fi Direct in the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) by following these
steps:
1.
Connect the printer to a network, and print a configuration page to get the
printer IP address.
NOTE: To set the IP address manually or configure it automatically, see
"Configure IP network settings" in the user guide.
2.
Open a web browser, enter the printer IP address into the address line, and
then press Enter. Example IP address: 192.168.0.1
3.
In the HP EWS, select the Networking tab.
4.
Select the Wi-Fi Direct Setup page, select On, and then click Apply.
Discover the printer
1.
From the mobile device, turn on the Wi-Fi, and search for wireless networks.
2.
Select the printer as shown on the printer control panel.
Example printer name: Direct-bb-HP M277 Laserjet
Additional support resources
For HP's all-inclusive help for the printer, go to www.hp.com/support/ljM153.
• Solve problems
• Find advanced configuration instructions
• Download software updates
• Join support forums
• Find warranty and regulatory information
• Access mobile printing resources
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