Hi Len,
1.What happens when you try to install the drivers for the printer?
Pilote Hp Deskjet 5940 Windows 10
Software Driver for Windows 10, 8.1 and 8 (32-Bit & 64-Bit) – Windows Built-in Solution Software Driver for Windows 7 (32-Bit & 64-Bit) – Windows Built-in Solution Software Driver for Windows XP and Vista (32-Bit & 64-Bit) – Download ( MB) Software Driver for Mac OS – Apple Software Update Download software drivers from HP Website; HP Deskjet 5940 is known as popular printer due to its.
2.What is the complete error message that you get when you try to install the printer?
I see that you can install the printer drivers using Windows Update.
Method 1:
Refer to the article for more information.HP Deskjet 5940 Photo Printer Drivers
Method 2:
Printer Install Issues with Windows 8Additional Information:
Supported Printers for Windows 8
Refer (How do I get the Windows 8 print driver for my HP printer?)
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c03168175&tmp_task=useCategory&cc=us&dlc=en&lc=en&os=4132&product=445440&sw_lang=
Install a printer
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