I purchased a HP2680 printer. Prior to purchasing I went on line to make sure that it would be compatible with my MacBook Pro. It says it was so I purchased it, But alas I have not been able to install. Any recommendations ?
MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 12.3
Hi,
At least according to the product specifications (https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-deskjet-2600-all-in-one-printer-series/12319824/document/c06418923#AbT7) under Mobile printing capability, the HP DeskJet 2680 All-in-One Printer supports AirPrint. The printer is not specifically listed in About AirPrint - Apple Support, though (other HP DeskJet 26xx models are).
An AirPrint-enabled model can be used without additional drivers under macOS, provided that the printer and the computer are connected to the same network (Wi-Fi router).
Use a Wi-Fi router (infrastructure mode), not a direct connection.
A manual Wi-Fi setup without special software should be possible. For example, Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). See page 62 in the user guide (http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c05439290.pdf).
Add a printer to your printer list so you can use it on Mac – Apple Support (UK)
Reset the printing system on your Mac to solve a problem – Apple Support (UK)
In case of difficulties with AirPrint, and if the setup is OK, one could try the following procedure:
Power off the Wi-Fi router, the printer, the MacBook Pro, and all other devices/computers. Wait two to three minutes. Power on the router. Wait two to three minutes. Power on the printer. Wait a minute or two. Power on the MacBook Pro. Finally, power on all other devices/computers.
Hi,
At least according to the product specifications (https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-deskjet-2600-all-in-one-printer-series/12319824/document/c06418923#AbT7) under Mobile printing capability, the HP DeskJet 2680 All-in-One Printer supports AirPrint. The printer is not specifically listed in About AirPrint - Apple Support, though (other HP DeskJet 26xx models are).
An AirPrint-enabled model can be used without additional drivers under macOS, provided that the printer and the computer are connected to the same network (Wi-Fi router).
Use a Wi-Fi router (infrastructure mode), not a direct connection.
A manual Wi-Fi setup without special software should be possible. For example, Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). See page 62 in the user guide (http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c05439290.pdf).
Add a printer to your printer list so you can use it on Mac – Apple Support (UK)
Reset the printing system on your Mac to solve a problem – Apple Support (UK)
In case of difficulties with AirPrint, and if the setup is OK, one could try the following procedure:
Power off the Wi-Fi router, the printer, the MacBook Pro, and all other devices/computers. Wait two to three minutes. Power on the router. Wait two to three minutes. Power on the printer. Wait a minute or two. Power on the MacBook Pro. Finally, power on all other devices/computers.
PleaseHelpNot wrote:
I purchased a HP2680 printer. Prior to purchasing I went on line to make sure that it would be compatible with my MacBook Pro. It says it was so I purchased it, But alas I have not been able to install. Any recommendations ?
Solve printing problems on Mac
https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/solve-printing-problems-on-mac-mh14002/mac
Connect an AirPrint printer to a Wi-Fi network - Apple Support.
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201900
Have you tried installing and using the "HP Smart" app? You can click the "Install" button on the following site: https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/selfservice/hp-deskjet-2600-all-in-one-printer-series/12319824/model/30206235
Thanks for the advice. Installed the "HP Smart" app as recommended, followed instructions, but the app could not "find" my printer in its search. Tried MULTIPLE times to search for the printer but was not successful. Using a USB cable to connect computer to printer. Will turn off and disconnect all, wait for a while and retry again in a bit. Thanks for the information about the app. If I can't get it to work on the next try, will be back !
Thanks for the info. It is interesting that it will not acknowledge anything but wifi because if does ask if you'r using a USB connect. I still have not been able to get it to work after disconnecting/connecting, off/on, etc. ! Anyone have any other suggestions ?
Have you actually added your Wifi network to the printer? I own the newest HP Tank 7301 Printer. The printer is connected to my home Wifi network. Then the HP Smart app is on my MacBook Pro M1 and it just works seamlessly and perfectly. I'm not sure why you want to connect the printer to your MBP via USB when over the air is great?
HP "smart" only seems to work with Wi-Fi printers.
I have an Ethernet connected HP Printer, and it has NEVER been detected with that App.
I purchased a HP 2680 printer. Prior to purchasing I went on line to make sure that it would be compatible with my MacBook Pro. It said that it was. But alas I have not been able to install and use this printer. Any suggestions?
