Install printer without CD - how it works

You can also install your printer under Windows without a CD. We'll show you how.

Install printer without CD

• USB printer: Connect your printer to the computer with a USB cable and it may install itself automatically. Windows recognizes many printers and downloads the drivers independently.
• Download driver: If that doesn't work, you can download and install the driver yourself. This practical tip shows you where to find the right driver for your printer.
• Network printer: If the printer is already available over the network, it does not have to be installed. You only need to connect it to the computer using a Windows assistant. We'll show you how this works here.

If problems occur during installation, you will find solutions to the most common error messages in this practical tip.