{"data":{"page":{"vanityUrl":"vwa/printers/segm=Home&prntbrnd=ENVY","templateKey":"vwa","pageComponents":{"vwaLeftnavBanner":[],"vwaResultsFooterBanner":[],"intopicArticles":{"blogs":[{"id":"5d921dc0cf041b002d51e7b9","vanityUrl":"tech-takes/how-to-download-and-install-latest-hp-printer-software","key":"How-to-Download-and-Install-the-Latest-HP-Printer-Software","templateKey":"blog","authorName":"Zach Cabading","blogTitle":"HP Printer Software Download: How To Download And Install The Latest Version","content":"{\"blocks\":[{\"key\":\"8q4fo\",\"text\":\"At HP, we make it easy to download, install, and update your HP printer software.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":61,\"length\":10,\"style\":\"UNDERLINE\"}],\"entityRanges\":[{\"offset\":60,\"length\":11,\"key\":0}],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"f95fh\",\"text\":\"\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"anprn\",\"text\":\"Having an HP account is essential for managing your printer software and accessing advanced services like private prints and enhanced security options.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":10,\"length\":10,\"style\":\"UNDERLINE\"}],\"entityRanges\":[{\"offset\":9,\"length\":11,\"key\":1}],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"adtna\",\"text\":\"\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"1urtn\",\"text\":\"If you’ve just bought a new HP printer, or if you’re trying to reinstall the software on your existing printer, just go to HP Customer Support - Software and Driver Downloads, enter your device name, and choose your desired software from the available list.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":123,\"length\":51,\"style\":\"UNDERLINE\"}],\"entityRanges\":[{\"offset\":122,\"length\":52,\"key\":2}],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"7b3l3\",\"text\":\"Types of HP Printer Software\",\"type\":\"header-two\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":0,\"length\":28,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"etmld\",\"text\":\"As you may or may not know, you can’t just plug a new printer into your computer and expect it to start printing within seconds. First, you’ve got to install software that’ll enable your computer to work with that printer. That’s why a lot of people are hesitant about buying a new printer: they don’t want to deal with all the hassle of installing new software.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"bkflp\",\"text\":\"\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"3gg55\",\"text\":\"Do not fear - HP is here! We’ve created a simple, streamlined process that makes it easy to install new HP printer software on your computer, whether you’re trying to set up a new printer or trying to re-install the software for your existing printer. And the best part? 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You can update your driver in a couple of different ways.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"f1c49\",\"text\":\"\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"cvft2\",\"text\":\"Update Your Driver with Windows Update\",\"type\":\"header-four\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":0,\"length\":38,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"birmu\",\"text\":\"Restart your computer so you can make sure that any prior updates have been correctly installed\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"1aulg\",\"text\":\"Press the Windows key and search for and open Check for updates\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":10,\"length\":11,\"style\":\"BOLD\"},{\"offset\":46,\"length\":17,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"evuke\",\"text\":\"If there are any updates, they should begin installing automatically - otherwise, you can click Download to begin the installation\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":96,\"length\":8,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"2pp6t\",\"text\":\"You can also adjust your Windows Update settings here\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"8d6va\",\"text\":\"Update Your Driver in Device Manager\",\"type\":\"header-four\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":0,\"length\":36,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"7qmcn\",\"text\":\"Press the Windows key and search for and open Device Manager\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":10,\"length\":11,\"style\":\"BOLD\"},{\"offset\":46,\"length\":14,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"5etp9\",\"text\":\"Select the printer that you’ve connected from the list of available devices\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"fkrtf\",\"text\":\"Right-click the device and select Update driver or Update driver software\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":0,\"length\":11,\"style\":\"BOLD\"},{\"offset\":34,\"length\":13,\"style\":\"BOLD\"},{\"offset\":51,\"length\":22,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"fkh2q\",\"text\":\"Click Search automatically for updated driver software\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":6,\"length\":48,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"ckf5p\",\"text\":\"Follow the on-screen instructions to install the updated driver\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"9bgf7\",\"text\":\"Restart your computer\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"5pfss\",\"text\":\"Update Your BIOS\",\"type\":\"header-four\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":0,\"length\":16,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"fv014\",\"text\":\"Every computer has a Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). 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But you might also need to re-install the driver if it accidentally gets deleted from your computer (maybe during a computer crash or BIOS failure) or if it becomes corrupted.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"dgh99\",\"text\":\"\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"12vgk\",\"text\":\"It is crucial to know the precise printer model when downloading software to ensure compatibility and proper functionality.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"dsmtm\",\"text\":\"\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"2tisj\",\"text\":\"Here’s how you can download new printer software for your computer:\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"lj6e\",\"text\":\"Visit HP Customer Support - Software and Driver Downloads\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":6,\"length\":51,\"style\":\"UNDERLINE\"}],\"entityRanges\":[{\"offset\":5,\"length\":52,\"key\":9}],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"4t0pa\",\"text\":\"Enter your printer name in the search box - you should be able to find your printer name on the outer shell of your printer\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"njri\",\"text\":\"Click Enter\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":6,\"length\":5,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"5a47u\",\"text\":\"You might have several different driver options to choose from - review them all and download the ones you deem necessary\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"9d5ht\",\"text\":\"The most important driver options will be placed at the top of the list\",\"type\":\"unordered-list-item\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"afkla\",\"text\":\"Once you’ve downloaded the printer software, open the downloaded file and you’ll receive step-by-step installation instructions.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"61ovo\",\"text\":\"HP Universal Print Driver (UPD)\",\"type\":\"header-two\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":0,\"length\":31,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"2e80b\",\"text\":\"The HP Universal Print Driver (UPD) is a versatile driver that enables your computer to print on a wide variety of supported HP printers, and even on some non-HP printers. 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Corrupted drivers could make it impossible to print and they could even crash your BIOS, which could cause you to lose all your drivers, even the ones that are working fine. When a driver becomes corrupted, you’ll have to uninstall it from the Device Manager program and re-install it from the HP website.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":225,\"length\":3,\"style\":\"ITALIC\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"cu8iu\",\"text\":\"\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"b3grj\",\"text\":\"But you can avoid those headaches by using secure programs to ward off computer viruses and malware. Claim-based justifications highlight the importance of using secure programs to protect against malware, referencing research studies and market share data to validate their effectiveness. 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color: #333; background: white; padding: 12px; border-radius: 4px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; transition: all 0.2s ease;\\\">\\r\\n                <h3 style=\\\"color: #2c2c2c; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\\\">Managing Printer Internet Connection</h3>\\r\\n                <p style=\\\"margin: 0; color: #595959; font-size: 13px;\\\">Learn how to manage your printer's network settings and web services</p>\\r\\n            </a>\\r\\n            \\r\\n            <a href=\\\"https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/ish_2380042-1648009-16\\\" class=\\\"fix-laptop-support-link\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener noreferrer\\\" style=\\\"text-decoration: none; color: #333; background: white; padding: 12px; border-radius: 4px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; transition: all 0.2s ease;\\\">\\r\\n                <h3 style=\\\"color: #2c2c2c; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\\\">Find Your Network Password</h3>\\r\\n                <p style=\\\"margin: 0; 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Start by entering wireless setup mode, then open the HP Smart app to complete the connection.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"dfhp8\",\"text\":\"\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"7usij\",\"text\":\"If the printer has been previously connected to another network, you may need to reset the network settings. Understanding the indicator lights can help troubleshoot issues.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"3ogrd\",\"text\":\"\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"aci1v\",\"text\":\"For example, a blinking blue light typically means the printer is either not connected to Wi-Fi yet or is in Wi-Fi setup mode, while a solid light indicates a successful connection. 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Then open the HP Smart app and select the new network. Enter the new password and complete the setup process, then confirm the connection through the app.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"c1nh4\",\"text\":\"How do you connect an HP Smart Tank printer to your Wi-Fi network?\",\"type\":\"header-three\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":0,\"length\":66,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"emh7h\",\"text\":\"Download the HP Smart app and put the printer into Wi-Fi setup mode, then select your network and enter your password. The app will guide you through the installation process.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"68e2c\",\"text\":\"Which HP printers can connect to your wireless network?\",\"type\":\"header-three\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[{\"offset\":0,\"length\":55,\"style\":\"BOLD\"}],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"as77m\",\"text\":\"Most modern HP printers, including DeskJet, ENVY, OfficeJet, and Smart Tank models, support wireless connectivity. These printers are designed to work with home and office networks.\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"do3uh\",\"text\":\"\",\"type\":\"unstyled\",\"depth\":0,\"inlineStyleRanges\":[],\"entityRanges\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"key\":\"8aoc0\",\"text\":\"Wi-Fi Direct is also available on many models, allowing direct connections without a router. 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Subject to monthly page limit of 700.\n    Must complete HP Instant Ink signup within 7 days of setting up the printer with the HP-recommended setup process as\n    indicated in the instructions that came with your printer. Use of in-box ink cartridge is included in period of\n    offer.\n    Unless service is cancelled within the promotional period online at <a\n        href=\"https://www.hpinstantink.com\">www.hpinstantink.com</a>, a monthly service fee, based on the plan chosen,\n    plus\n    tax and overage fees will be charged to your credit/debit card. Customer will be charged for any overage fees and\n    applicable taxes at the end of each month in the promotional period. One offer redeemable per printer. Trial offer\n    with HP Instant Ink subject to change after 12.31.2024. Offer cannot be redeemed for cash. Setup Offer may be\n    combined\n    with other offers; see terms and conditions of the other offer for more details. Requires a valid credit/debit card,\n    an email address, and Internet connection to printer. See additional offer information available during online\n    signup\n    process. For service details, see <a href=\"https://www.hpinstantink.com\">www.hpinstantink.com.</a></p>\n<p>The personal information you provide will be used according to the HP <a\n        href=\"https://www8.hp.com/us/en/privacy/ww-privacy.html\" style=\"color:#0096d6;\">Privacy Statement</a></p>\n<p>✦America’s most trusted printer brand: Based on 2022 semi-annual internal brand surveys commissioned by HP. </p>\n<p>*3 years of ink included for skus with 8000 or more total pages based upon 200 pages per month of HP Smart Tank\n    customers’ usage. 3 years of ink included for skus with 6000 total pages based upon 167 pages per month of HP Smart\n    Tank customers’ usage. Actual yield varies considerably based on content of printed pages and other factors. Average\n    yield based on ISO/IEC 24711 or HP testing methodology and continuous printing. Some ink from included bottles is\n    used to start up the printer. For details, see: <a href=\"www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies\"\n        alt=\"HP Testing methodology\">www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies</a>. Commissioned by HP Inc., this Keypoint\n    Intelligence consumer study determined that HP inkjet tank printers provide the best everyday print quality compared\n    to competitive inkjet tank printers from Brother, Canon, and Epson. All devices are available in the market and are\n    currently active. Prices range from $199 to less than $500 and all competitive products fall within the same\n    category as the HP printers. The competitors were chosen because they represent the top 80% of the competitive\n    landscape for 3:1 and 4:1 wireless A4 inkjet tank printers under $500 USD, as reported by the IDC Quarterly Hardcopy\n    Peripherals Tracker-Final Historical CYQ3 2025. Samples were printed in the United States and then reviewed by\n    consumers in the US, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and China. Details: <a\n        href=\"www.keypointintelligence.com/hpbesteverydayprintquality\"\n        alt=\"\">www.keypointintelligence.com/hpbesteverydayprintquality</a>.\n    </p>\n\n<p><sup>&plus;</sup>Deferred Interest, Payment Required Plan: Interest will be charged to your Account from the purchase\n    date if\n    the promotional plan balance is not paid in full within the promotional period. Minimum payments are required for\n    each\n    Credit Plan.<strong> Minimum payments are NOT guaranteed to pay the promotional plan balance within the promotional\n        period.\n        You may have to pay more than the minimum payment to avoid accrued interest charges</strong>. Valid for single\n    transaction\n    only. Gift cards do not qualify for promotional plans. Qualifying purchases will automatically be placed on a\n    promotional plan. If purchase qualifies for more than one plan, it will be placed on the qualified plan with the\n    longest promotional period. As of September 2025, terms for new Accounts: Purchase APR of 35.99%. Variable Penalty\n    APR\n    up to 39.99%, based on Prime Rate. Minimum interest\n    charge is $3 in any billing period in which interest is due. A fee of $2.99 per month may apply for each paper\n    billing\n    statement mailed to you. You can avoid this fee by enrolling in paperless statements. Existing Account holders: see\n    your credit card agreement for Account terms.<br><br>\n    Credit account offers are subject to credit approval.<br><br>\n    HP Credit Accounts are issued by Comenity Capital Bank, a Bread Financial&trade; Company.\n</p>\n\n<p>^^^Free sheet organizer promotion is on the T850 DesignJet printers. This offer is combinable with standalone instant\n    rebate savings. This promotion is not combinable with any of HP’s Trade-In promotions. Purchases by HP resellers and\n    internal HP orders are ineligible. HP may modify or withdraw this promotion at any time. Offer valid through 2/14/26\n    or while supplies last.</p>\n\n<p>*Customers receive three bonus months on Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions when a credit card is\n    provided during activation. After the initial subscription period, your subscription automatically renews for 1\n    year,\n    unless it is cancelled.</p>\n\n<p><strong>Disclaimers for DeskJet</strong></p>\n<p>HP Deskjet 2800, 4200 and 4900 printer series have self-healing Wi-Fi® , HP’s best and most reliable wireless\n    technology. Internet access required and must be purchased separately. Wireless operations are compatible with 2.4\n    GHz\n    operations only. 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Internet access\n        required\n        and must be purchased separately. Wireless operations are compatible with 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz operations only.\n        Learn\n        more at www.hp.com/go/mobileprinting.</li>\n    <li>HP Envy 6500/6500e printers are made of at least 60% recycled plastic. Percentage of recycled plastic is\n        calculated by plastic total weight.</li>\n</ol>\n</p>\n\n<p><strong>Disclaimers for Smart Tank</strong></p>\n<p>\n<ol>\n    <li>Based upon 200 pages per month of HP Smart Tank customers’ usage. Actual yield varies considerably based on\n        content of printed pages and other factors. Average yield based on ISO/IEC 24711 or HP testing methodology and\n        continuous printing. Some ink from included bottles is used to start up the printer. For details, see: <a\n            href=\"www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies\" alt=\"Learn about HP Supplies\"\n            target=\"_blank\">www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies</a></li>\n    <li>America’s Most Trusted Printer Brand: Based on 2024 semi-annual internal brand surveys commissioned by HP.</li>\n    <li>Print quality tested on everyday paper. Compared to the majority of in-class, 3:1 and 4:1 duplex, wireless A4\n        ink\n        tank printers under $552 USD. Printers selected by market share as reported by IDC Quarterly Hardcopy\n        Peripherals\n        Tracker – Final Historical CYQ2 2023. Claim based on publicly available information as of September 2023 and\n        Keypoint Intelligence hands-on testing and study in September 2023 commissioned by HP. Details:\n        www.keypointintelligence.com/hpbesteverydayprintquality.</li>\n    <li>Black and composite color average per bottle (cyan/magenta/yellow) results based on HP methodology and\n        continuous\n        printing of ISO/IEC 24712 test pages. Not based on ISO/IEC 24711 test process. An additional black ink bottle is\n        required to print 6000 color test pages. Actual yield varies based on content of printed pages and other\n        factors.\n        Some ink from included bottles is used to start up the printer. For details, see: <a\n            href=\"www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies\" alt=\"Learn about HP Supplies\"\n            target=\"_blank\">www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies</a></li>\n</ol>\n</p>\n\n<p><strong>Disclaimers for OfficeJet Pro</strong></p>\n<p>\n<ol>\n    <li>OfficeJet Pro 8100, 9100, 9730 print and scanning speeds compared to other HP inkjet printers. OfficeJet Pro\n        9100\n        and 9730 series printers have larger touchscreens compared to other HP inkjet printers</li>\n    <li>True-to-screen tech P3 - Color Requirement: Images originally in P3 or converted to P3 before printing are\n        required. Print Paths: Supported only through iOS AirPrint and the HP App on Android/iOS. Duplex Photo Printing\n        available only via the HP app; users must follow the app’s workflow. HP is not responsible for color variations\n        due\n        to unsupported formats or third-party conversions. Features may vary by device and app version.</li>\n    <li>Only applicable to HP OfficeJet Pro 9100, 9700</li>\n    <li>Our best technology to stay connected and secure - HP OfficeJet Pro 9100 printer series have self-healing Wi-Fi\n        and HP Wolf Security, HP’s best and most reliable technologies to stay connected and secure. Internet access\n        required and must be purchased separately. Wireless operations are compatible with 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz\n        operations\n        only. Learn more at www.hp.com/go/mobileprinting. HP Security is now HP Wolf Security. Security features vary by\n        platform, please see product data sheet for details.</li>\n    <li>HP Smart and myHP are now the HP app, available for download on Windows 10 or 11 PCs; macOS computers; and for\n        Apple and Android mobile phones and tablets. Windows PCs do not support print features at launch. Android not\n        supported in China at launch. The HP app requires download available at www.hp.com/hp-app. Not all HP devices,\n        services, apps are available in the HP app. Certain features are available in English language only, and may\n        vary by\n        printer and PC model/country, and between desktop/mobile applications. HP reserves the right to introduce\n        charges\n        for use of select HP app functionality. Internet access required. 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