HP DESKJET 2131 SETUP

HP DeskJet 2131 is a multifunctional inkjet printer that has a printing resolution of up to 1200 * 1200 DPI. Know how to perform the initial setup of the printer from the step-by-step how to setup HP Deskjet 2131 printer instructions mentioned on this web page.

  • First, take out the HP DeskJet 2131 printer from the box and check whether the necessary components are present inside the box.
  • Make sure that you remove all the packing materials and protective tapes from the HP DeskJet 2131 printer. The protective tapes will be present in a few areas inside the printer as well. So make a clear examination of those before proceeding to the next step.
  • Plug the power cord that came along with the printer to the power inlet located at the read side of the printer and a wall outlet.
  • Search for the Power button on the top panel of the HP DeskJet 2131 printer and then press it to turn on the printer.
  • Open the front cover of the HP DeskJet 2131 printer.
  • Unpack the new cyan ink cartridge and insert it in its slot correctly for HP Deskjet 2131 setup.
  • Repeat the previous step to insert the remaining ink cartridges into their slots and proceed with how to setup HP Deskjet 2131 printer procedure.
  • Close the HP DeskJet 2131 printer’s front cover.
  • Lift the input tray of the HP printer and move the paper guides to the extreme ends.
  • Place a stack of paper on the input tray with the print side facing up.
  • Now, adjust the paper guides in-line with the edges of the stack of paper.
  • Open the output tray of the HP DeskJet 2131 printer and then pull its extender. With this, the initial hardware setup of the HP DeskJet 2131 printer will end. The remaining steps are to connect the printer to a computer using the recommended printer drivers.
  • Visit the official HP website to download the Full Feature Software and Drivers package.
  • The downloaded printer driver package is saved in the computer’s Downloads folder.
  • Install the printer driver as per the on-screen guidelines.
  • At the time of the HP printer driver installation, specify the connection type and establish the connection between your computer and the HP DeskJet 2131 printer.
  • Now by completing how to setup HP Deskjet 2131 printer steps, you can access the HP DeskJet 2131 printer from the computer.
Faq
  • Why is my wireless printer not printing?

    First, try restarting your computer, printer and wireless router. To check if your printer is connected to your network: Print a Wireless Network Test report from the printer control panel. On many printers pressing the Wireless button allows direct access to printing this report.

  • Why is my printer showing error?

    The other most probable reason for the printing error is the connection between your computer and the printer. If you are sure that the transmission cable is working okay (tested the printer on another computer), then the problem might be the drivers. This can be the printer drivers or the USB port drivers.

  • Why do my 3d prints keep failing?

    Another common fail is over extrusion. Over extrusion happens when your 3D printer pushes out too much plastic too fast, causing a jam in the end of the nozzle. ... Make sure YOURu layer height is less than your nozzle diameter. Increase your cooling fan's power (this will cool the plastic and cause it to slow down)

  • What is the WPS button?

    WPS stands for Wi-Fi Protected Setup. It is a wireless network security standard that tries to make connections between a router and wireless devices faster and easier. WPS works only for wireless networks that use a password that is encrypted with the WPA Personal or WPA2 Personal security protocols.

  • How do I reset my printer?

    To restore your HP printer to factory-default settings, follow these steps. Turn the product off. Disconnect the power cable from the product for 30 seconds and then reconnect. Turn the product on while you press and hold the Resume button for 10-20 seconds. The Attention light turns on. Release the Resume button.

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