HP Deskjet 2540 All-in-One Printer - Manual (Page 55)

USB connection (non-network connection)
The HP Deskjet 2540 series supports a rear USB 2.0 High Speed port for connection to a computer.
To connect the printer with the USB cable
1. Insert the printer software CD in the computer CD-ROM drive.
NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable to the printer until you are prompted to do so.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions. When you are prompted, connect the printer to the computer
by selecting USB on the Connection Options screen.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
If the printer software has been installed, the printer will operate as a plug-and-play device. If the
software has not been installed, insert the CD that came with the printer and follow the on-screen
instructions.
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