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Deskjet is the basic model of HP Printers. So people do not expect an innumerable number of features in it. While Customers expect it to be affordable with the basic functionalities available with less complexity to set up and operate. HP Deskjet 2542 setup is just that. Then, This is basically aimed at the users with occasional printing needs. Yet it has some useful features which are available in the higher-end models.

 

Though most of the basic printer models only have provision for USB connectivity, HP Deskjet 2542 supports Wireless printing and mobile printing. As it also supports Wireless Direct Printing, you do not have to rely upon your network for connectivity. Like many new models of HP, it is compatible with Apple Airprint and Google Cloud Print. So you can print from your smartphones or tablets using “123.hp.com/dj2542”.

 

HP Deskjet 2542 Setup – Hardware

 

These are the steps for Hardware setup.

 

  • Firstly, Prepare the power cords. Remove the twist ties around the cables, and stretch out the cables.

  • Then, firmly attach the power cable to the power adapter.

  • Now, find the printer’s port at the backside of the printer which is color-coded (For eg: purple) and matches with the power cable.

  • Now, Plug the power cable firmly in place to the printer port.

  • After that, connect one end of the power cord to the printer device and the other end to the power source.

  • Then, On the top of the printer, you can locate the power button.

  • After that, press the power button and suddenly numerous lights start blinking.

  • After that, You will hear a setup tone from the printer. 

  • Pull-on the tab in the ink access door in the front of the printer and move the carriage to the middle of the printer.

  • Now,  it is time to install the ink cartridges.

  • Then, There are two cartridges, a black and a tri-color.

  • Remove the packaging of the cartridge.

  • You will see an orange tab over the cartridge. You have to pull it to remove the tape which covers the electrical contacts and ink nozzles.

  • While The tri-color cartridge goes into the left side slot. Push the cartridge until it snaps into place.

  • Now your cartridges have been successfully installed. Finally, close the ink access door and align the cartridges with the width adjustment guide.

  • As we can use different sizes of media to print, for eg, photo paper and envelopes, we need to adjust this guide appropriately.

  • Now, arrange a stack of paper and slide it into the input tray.

  • Slide the width adjustment guide till the sides are stuck against the stack.

  • Hp recommends installing the software from the CD or website 123 hp com setup 2542 or 123 hp com dj2542. Now, Run the alignment tool for your printer to get the best quality print outputs.

 

HP Deskjet 2542 Setup - Software

 

After hardware setup, you can start with HP Deskjet 2542 software setup.

 

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1. Install HP DJ 2542 printer software

 

  • From any browser on your computer, go to the link 123 hp com dj2542. Then, Click download to get the latest version of printer driver software. 

  • If you have an installation CD, you can install the printer software from the CD. You can also go to 123 hp com setup 2542 or 123 hp com dj2542 for HP Deskjet 2542 setup.

  • After the printer software download is complete, the full feature driver installation starts automatically.

  • After a while, a connect window opens. Do not press continue on this window.

 

2. Restore the HP DJ 2542 printer to default wireless settings

 

This will ensure that the wireless connection will be taken care of by HP’s auto wireless connect feature.

 

  • Press down the power button and press the Start Copy Black Button twice. Then, press the cancel button three times.

  • Now, release the power button. The wireless light which is situated near the wireless button should blink.

  • Then, continue with the software installation process.

 

3. Continue the HP DJ 2542 installation

 

  • Now, Click continues from the connect screen.

  • Then, wireless light should be blinking at this point. While Make sure that the power button is also bright.

  • Then, follow the instructions until a Connection Options screen opens.

  • Select Wireless – make a wireless connection to the printer option on this screen.

  • After that, a screen with the following options is displayed.

  • HP Auto Wireless Connect – Network check automatically collects the information regarding your network connection. Click Yes, then click Next.

  • Wireless Setup Using a USB Connection – If the Network check could not gather your network settings, connect a USB cable from your computer to the printer and click

  • Respond to the onscreen instructions. An Activate window opens.

 

Now, the HP Deskjet 2542 software setup is complete. Finally, close the setup window and start printing. If you want to know about “123.hp.com/dj2541” then call our customer care number.