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Q&A: Where can I find an installation CD for an older HP printer?

Posted on August 19, 2021

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Question from Alice: My boss just bought a new multifunction printer to replace the HP Officejet Pro X576dw printer that we’ve been using in the office for years.

The old one is still working well and he asked me if I wanted it. I jumped at the chance!

I really love this printer because I’m very familiar with it and I know how to use all its features (like I said, I’ve been using it for years).

The problem I’m having is we’ve lost the CD the printer software came on so I can’t install the printer driver and other software onto my computer (Dell Inspiron desktop with Windows 10).

Do you know of a place where I might be able to buy a replacement CD for this printer? [Read more…]

Q&A: Can you help me find a driver and software for my printer?

Posted on June 25, 2020

Question from Alice D.: The hard drive in my Mac stopped working and I had to have it replaced.

When I got the computer back from the shop I realized I needed to install the driver and software for my Brother MFC-J6520DW printer.

The problem is I seem to have lost the disc. I’ve searched my office from top to bottom and I can’t find it anywhere.

Can you help me track down a copy of the software online? I’ll even buy a CD if I need to.

I love this printer and I really don’t want to replace it unless I absolutely have to.

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Q&A: Can you help me find a Windows 10 printer driver for my printer?

Posted on June 13, 2020

Question from Sara J.: I recently bought a new Windows 10 computer to replace my old Windows 7 machine.

Today I tried using my Lexmark printer with the new computer for the first time but it’s not working right.

When I try to print something the printer makes a clicking noise like it’s going to start printing but it never prints anything.

I think I might need to download a new printer driver but the latest driver that’s listed on the Lexmark website is for Windows 8.1.

Can you help me find a Windows 10 driver for this printer? It’s been a good one and I’d like to keep using it if I can.

Thanks in advance for your help.

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Q&A: How can I get my printer to work if I don’t have the installation CD?

Posted on December 16, 2018

Question from Brittney F.: My old computer stopped working and I had to buy a new one.

I need to install my old (but great) HP Deskjet 1050 J410 printer on the new computer but I’ve lost the installation CD.

Also, the old computer had Windows 7 on it but the new one has Windows 10.

Do you know of a way to get this printer to work with my new computer?

I’d really appreciate it if you can help me out. I really need a printer and I’d rather not have to buy a new one if I can help it.

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Q&A: Where can I find a driver for my Epson printer?

Posted on June 21, 2014

Question from Denise P.: Rick, I moved a while back and ended up losing the CD for my Epson Stylus Photo 1280 printer. This is one of the many reasons why I hate moving so much!!

Anyway, now I need the disc to install the printer driver on my new laptop. I can probably order a replacement CD but I need the printer ASAP.

Is there a driver site where I can just download the driver? I don’t mind paying. I just need the driver right away. Thanks!

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