HP PSC 2170 All-in-one Printer – Driver Download, Setup and User Guide

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HP PSC 2170 All-in-One Printer Installation Guide

Step 1: Unpacking and Setup

  • Remove the printer from the box and place it on a stable surface.
  • Open the front cover and remove the orange cartridge protectors.
  • Install the black and color cartridges into their respective slots.
  • Close the front cover.
  • Connect the power cord to the printer and an electrical outlet.
  • Turn on the printer.

Step 2: Software Installation

  • Insert the HP software CD into your computer.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
  • Once the software is installed, connect the printer to your computer using the USB cable provided.

Step 3: Network Setup (Optional)

If you want to connect the printer to a network, follow these steps:

  • Open the “Printers & Scanners” window in your computer’s settings.
  • Click “Add a Printer or Scanner.”
  • Select the HP PSC 2170 printer from the list.
  • Choose “Connect to a Specific IP” and enter the IP address of the printer.
  • Click “Add” to complete the network setup.

Step 4: Basic Operations

Printing:
– Open the document you want to print.
– Click “File” > “Print.”
– Select the HP PSC 2170 printer from the list.
– Adjust any necessary settings, such as paper size and orientation.
– Click “Print” to start printing.

Scanning:
– Place the document you want to scan on the scanner bed.
– Open the HP scanning software on your computer.
– Click “Scan.”
– Select the appropriate scan settings and destination file type.
– Click “Scan” to start scanning.

Copying:
– Place the document you want to copy on the scanner bed.
– Press the “Copy” button on the printer control panel.
– Enter the number of copies you want.
– Press “Start” to start copying.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Paper Jam:
– Open the front cover and remove the jammed paper.
– If the paper is still jammed, open the rear access door and remove the paper carefully.
– Close the covers and restart the printer.

Printing Issues:
– Check if the printer is connected to your computer with a USB cable or network connection.
– Ensure that the cartridges are properly installed and have ink.
– Clean the cartridge nozzles by following the on-screen instructions in the printer software.
– Check the printer’s paper settings and ensure that the correct paper size and type are selected.

Scanning Issues:
– Ensure that the HP scanning software is installed and running on your computer.
– Check if the scanner bed is clean and free of debris.
– Adjust the scanning resolution and file type settings to suit your needs.

Copying Issues:
– Ensure that the document is placed correctly on the scanner bed.
– Check if the printer’s “Copy” mode is enabled.
– Clean the scanner bed and printer nozzles if the copies are faint or blurry.

Download HP PSC 2170 All-in-one Printer Driver

Ensure your device is fully compatible with the latest drivers for the HP PSC 2170 All-in-one Printer. Downloading and installing the correct driver software is essential for optimal functionality and performance.

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