Installing HP printer

1492 wrote:

monkey44 wrote:
...sometimes RV.net guys really get the job done, but this time, rather have no hassle about download, etc.

I think more than sometimes if one just follows the advice given when asking for help. BTW, there is a reason to download or at least check for current drivers rather than install them from the CD/DVD. The disc tends to be made when initial manufacture drivers are available, and are not routinely updated as these are pressed discs made in bulk. Which is why the manufacturer suggest checking their website for current drivers and updates.

Yup, I agree ... and I look at the updates, but don't allow them to install directly. Want to know what's coming in first. So, am set to 'tell me first' ... don't like a lot of stuff just loading in - get the 'sell me this' ads too, and never sure how they get in. But once we loaded the W7 without all the junk that comes from the factory, we don't get that anymore.

No matter how much we try to stop it, it always tries to sneak in ... but since we did clean installs on all three LT with OS, we don't get that. SO, I'm guessing it's all 'preloaded' ...

Thinking now, and guessing half what I know about LT and PC came from this website and guys that share that knowledge so freely. That. and the 'bouncing around' with problem solving which sometimes works - and until I realize I better get help. :)

We always do the best we can, and always appreciate the help we get here from different folks with different skills. Happy camping to you all ...

BTW: Looks like the Red,White, and Blue machine is well and rolling in New England this season.

monkey44 wrote:
...sometimes RV.net guys really get the job done, but this time, rather have no hassle about download, etc.

I think more than sometimes if one just follows the advice given when asking for help. BTW, there is a reason to download or at least check for current drivers rather than install them from the CD/DVD. The disc tends to be made when initial manufacture drivers are available, and are not routinely updated as these are pressed discs made in bulk. Which is why the manufacturer suggest checking their website for current drivers and updates.

Update -- get lucky once in a while. Yesterday sent email to buddy, about this issue. No response, so came here for help ---

Buddy showed up as NE/Colts began - knocked on door carrying in HP disk with drivers etc. So, we ran it while watching game and printer now operational. Cost me a beer or two ... :) :) :)

But, want to thank you all for info - sometimes RV.net guys really get the job done, but this time, rather have no hassle about download, etc.

docj wrote:

1492 wrote:
Did you read my last post? I provided you with a faster download link for your printer driver. A Photosmart C4780, WIN 7 32/64 bit full install. Using my 4G mobile connection, I measured it 20x faster than HP's anemic download site. The full 159MB file took me less than 5 minutes to download. I'll leave the print driver link up until the end of the day. I don't know how to make it any more easier than this?

I don't think the OP had realized that you had graciously put his drivers in Dropbox for him to make it easier for him to download. From your previous post this wasn't immediately apparent. I'm sure he'll take advantage of it now.

You're correct, I didn't realize it and will put this all together AFTER football ... printer can wait, football won't. So, monkey will climb up in his tree, eat a banana, and fix it later ... my thanks to all that responded.

So far, New Orleans was flat out-played on the field today - lucky for Seattle. Some stupid coaching mistakes on both sides ... the players definitely won this game - coaching was pretty absent. Oppps, wait a minute ... on-sides - again foolish play in middle of the field - dumb coaching. And then, a forward "lateral" pass, Blah!!! Step out of bounds. Not a very good game for playoffs. Lots of dumb plays, and Seattle never could put NO away - Pete Carroll should go back to coaching high school. Seahawks luck,lucky, lucky.

Hope NE / Colts game is better ...

1492 wrote:
Did you read my last post? I provided you with a faster download link for your printer driver. A Photosmart C4780, WIN 7 32/64 bit full install. Using my 4G mobile connection, I measured it 20x faster than HP's anemic download site. The full 159MB file took me less than 5 minutes to download. I'll leave the print driver link up until the end of the day. I don't know how to make it any more easier than this?

I don't think the OP had realized that you had graciously put his drivers in Dropbox for him to make it easier for him to download. From your previous post this wasn't immediately apparent. I'm sure he'll take advantage of it now.

Did you read my last post? I provided you with a faster download link for your printer driver. A Photosmart C4780, WIN 7 32/64 bit full install. Using my 4G mobile connection, I measured it 20x faster than HP's anemic download site. The full 159MB file took me less than 5 minutes to download. I'll leave the print driver link up until the end of the day. I don't know how to make it any more easier than this?

Monkey
Your hot spot is ok, it's the hp server that is overloaded and slow
You can't get receive it any faster than what they send out

I would strongly suggest downloading and installing the full package. You have just got a new machine and been through various frustrations getting to Win7. If you put the full package in then you will have whatever diagnostic and maintenance services HP supplies for your printer. Much better to have that installed than to have to go hunting for stuff again.

65 Mb is not much compared to 5000 Mb. At your stated data transfer rate it should not take more than an hour.

Then you'll have the right package for your printer on your new laptop.

I know that is what I'd do.

docj wrote:

Jack_Diane_Freedom wrote:
Go to Driver Detective and download the driver. You do not need all the ancillary******on the CD. Just need the driver.

This is the HP webpage that provides drivers for your printer: Photosmart C4780

Once you select your operating system you can open the top section for "Driver-Product Installation Software" at which point you will see that there are two links, one for the entire software package that was on the CD and the lower one is labeled Basic Drivers.

The basic driver package is MUCH smaller than the download you have been trying yet it will give you probably all the functionality you need. You will be able to print and probably to scan, but some of the fancy features won't be available. You can always do the full download when you have a better connection, or you can buy a replacement CD from HP.

Great - will try that. Not such good news for -107 ... bummer.

But, will start the download after midnight tonight with new 'data' for the month. We're already over for this month - after five years NEVER over, ever since we put W8 data sucker, we've been over every month, but went back to W7 a week or so ago, so should be OK after midnight tonight.

Jack_Diane_Freedom wrote:
Go to Driver Detective and download the driver. You do not need all the ancillary******on the CD. Just need the driver.

This is the HP webpage that provides drivers for your printer: Photosmart C4780

Once you select your operating system you can open the top section for "Driver-Product Installation Software" at which point you will see that there are two links, one for the entire software package that was on the CD and the lower one is labeled Basic Drivers.

The basic driver package is MUCH smaller than the download you have been trying yet it will give you probably all the functionality you need. You will be able to print and probably to scan, but some of the fancy features won't be available. You can always do the full download when you have a better connection, or you can buy a replacement CD from HP.