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HP Photosmart 2600 Series Multifunction Printer Setup Brochure

Summary

Start your printing journey flawlessly with this essential setup guide for the HP Photosmart 2600 series all-in-one printer. This manual provides comprehensive instructions designed for new owners, guiding you through every step of deployment. The detailed content covers hardware connection—including power and cable wiring—initial physical installation procedures like loading paper and cartridges, powering up the device, and completing regional setup. Furthermore, it includes proactive troubleshooting sections to resolve common issues such as connectivity failures, software errors, or paper jams, ensuring a reliable start right out of the box.

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Start Here

USB USB

HP all-in-one

USB cable users: Do not connect the USB cable until this guide instructs you to or the software may not install properly.

Use this guide to set up the hardware and connect the HP all-in-one to either your computer or network. If you have problems during setup, see Troubleshooting in the last section.

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HP Photosmart 2600/2700 series all-in-one User Guide

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User Guide and Network Guide

* Purchased separately. The contents of your box may differ. Additional USB cable* equipment needed for network setup is specifi ed later in this guide.

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Setup Guide

Page Summary Contents For HP Photosmart 2600 Series Multifunction Printer Setup Brochure

Page 1 Start Here USB USB HP all-in-one USB cable users: Do not connect the USB cable until this guide instructs you to or the software may not install properly. Use this guide to set up the hardware and con...
Page 2 Attach the control-panel overlay (if not attached) a Position the control-panel overlay above the device. b Press down fi rmly on all edges of the overlay to secure it. HP all-in-one! The control-pane...
Page 3 Load plain white paper Connect the power cord and adapter USB USB USB cable users: Do not connect the USB cable until this guide instructs you to or the software may not install properly. Connect the ...
Page 4 Press the On button and confi gure a “ ” 1 On b “ a After you press the On button, the green light fl ashes, and then becomes solid. This may take up to a minute. b Wait for the language prompt. Use t...
Page 5 Insert the tri-color print cartridge a HP Make sure the device is On before continuing. a Hold the tri-color print cartridge with the HP label facing up. b Place the tri-color print cartridge in front...
Page 6 Insert the black print cartridge a HP a Hold the black print cartridge with the HP label facing up. b Place the black print cartridge in front of the right slot. c Push the cartridge fi rmly into the ...
Page 7 Align the print cartridges a Press OK at each of the prompts on the control panel to start print cartridge alignment. The alignment may take a few minutes. b After the page prints, alignment is comple...
Page 8 Choose ONE connection type (A or B) A: USB USB A A: USB Connection Use this connection type if you want to connect the device directly to one computer. (Do not connect until the software instructs you...
Page 9 Section A: USB Connection A1 Insert the correct CD Windows Macintosh Windows CD HP all-in-one Macintosh CD a HP all-in-one Windows Users: Macintosh Users: a Insert the HP all-in-one Windows CD. Insert...
Page 10 A2 Connect the USB cable Macintosh Windows a USB USB USB USB HP all-in-one Windows Users: a You may have to wait several minutes before you see the onscreen prompt to connect the USB cable. Once the p...
Page 11 A2 Continued Windows Macintosh b b “HP All-in-One Installer” Setup Assistant “USB” Print Center HP all-in-one Windows Users: Macintosh Users: b Follow the onscreen instructions to complete b Double-cl...
Page 12 Section B: Ethernet (Wired) Network B1 Connect the Ethernet cable a Remove the yellow plug from the back of the device. b Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of the ...
Page 13 B2 Choose the correct CD Windows Macintosh a HP all-in-one Windows CD a HP all-in-one Macintosh CD b “HP All-in-One Installer” Setup Assistant “TCP/IP” Print Center HP all-in-one Windows Users: Macint...
Page 14 Congratulations ” HP all-in-one HP Photosmart 2600/2700 series all-in-one User Guide Replace this guideline area Horizontal cover image: with either a cropped product photograph or a straight-on front...
Page 15 HP all-in-one Windows CD “Microsoft ” ” USB HP all-in-one Windows CD HP all-in-one USB USB Macintosh USB USB www.hp.com/support © Copyright 2004 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Printed in co...
Page 16 Troubleshooting *Q3450-90264* *Q3450-90264* Q3450-90264 Problem: The Remove and check print cartridges message appears after you insert print cartridges. Action: Remove print cartridges. Make sure you...

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Brand HP
Pages 16
File Size 1.79 MB
Published June 18, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if my cartridges cause an error message?

Remove the print cartridges, ensure all tape is removed from copper contacts, and then close the access door.

How can I fix a paper jam in the printer?

Remove the back access door, gently pull out any trapped paper, turn the device off, and restart it before reloading the paper.

When should I connect the USB cable to the all-in-one?

Do not connect the USB cable until the setup guide instructs you to, or the software may fail to install properly.

What steps fix a failed device setup completion error?

Verify that the control-panel overlay is firmly attached. Unplug and replug the unit, checking all connections, especially ensuring the USB cable connects directly to the computer.