HP DeskJet 5168 Color Inkjet Printer – Driver Download, Setup and User Guide

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Guide to Setting Up the HP DeskJet 5168 Color Inkjet Printer

Unboxing and Installation

  1. Unpack the printer and remove all packaging materials.
  2. Place the printer on a flat, stable surface.
  3. Connect the power cord to the printer and a power outlet.
  4. Remove the orange tape and protective covers from the cartridges.

Software Installation

  1. Insert the HP software installation CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
  2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the HP DeskJet 5168 software.
  3. When prompted, connect the printer to your computer using the provided USB cable.

Network Setup (Optional)

If you want to connect the printer to a wireless network, you can do so by following these steps:

  1. Press the “Wireless” button on the printer’s control panel.
  2. Select your wireless network from the list of available networks.
  3. Enter the network password and press “OK”.
  4. Wait for the printer to connect to the network.

Paper Loading

  1. Open the front access door of the printer.
  2. Adjust the paper width guides to fit the size of paper you are using.
  3. Load the paper into the input tray.
  4. Adjust the paper length guide to match the length of the paper.
  5. Close the front access door.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Paper Jams

  1. Open the front access door and remove any jammed paper.
  2. Check for any torn or wrinkled paper.
  3. Reload the paper into the input tray and adjust the paper guides.

Cartridge Issues

  1. Make sure the cartridges are correctly installed in the slots.
  2. If the cartridges are low on ink, replace them with new ones.
  3. Clean the printhead nozzles by following the instructions in the printer’s software.

Wireless Connection Problems

  1. Verify that your wireless network is working properly.
  2. Make sure the printer is connected to the same network as your computer.
  3. Reset the printer’s wireless settings by pressing and holding the “Wireless” button for 5 seconds.

Driver Issues

  1. Reinstall the printer drivers using the HP software installation CD.
  2. Make sure the USB cable is securely connected to both the printer and computer.
  3. Restart your computer to refresh the driver settings.

Printing Quality Issues

  1. Set the print quality to best in the printer settings.
  2. Clean the printhead nozzles by following the instructions in the printer’s software.
  3. Try using different types of paper to determine if the issue is related to the paper quality.

Download HP DeskJet 5168 Color Inkjet Printer Driver

Ensure your device is fully compatible with the latest drivers for the HP DeskJet 5168 Color Inkjet Printer. Downloading and installing the correct driver software is essential for optimal functionality and performance.

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