Before we start, it is important to understand what a driver is and why it is necessary. A driver is a piece of software that allows your computer to communicate with your printer. Without the correct driver, your computer will not be able to send print jobs to the printer, and you will not be able to use its full range of features.
The HP LaserJet Pro M118dw driver can be downloaded from the HP website for free. You can also install it using the installation CD that comes with the printer. In this article, we will focus on the process of downloading and installing the driver from the HP website.
Supported OS: Windows 11, Windows 10 32-bit, Windows 10 64-bit, Windows 8.1 32-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit, Windows 8 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit, Windows 7 64-bit | |
Type | Download |
HP Easy Start Printer Setup Software (Internet connection required for driver installation) | |
HP Print and Scan Doctor for Windows |
Supported OS: Mac OS Big Sur 11.x, Mac OS Monterey 12.x, Mac OS Catalina 10.15.x, Mac OS Mojave 10.14.x, Mac OS High Sierra 10.13.x, Mac OS Sierra 10.12.x, Mac OS X El Capitan 10.11.x, Mac OS X Yosemite 10.10.x, Mac OS X Mavericks 10.9.x, Mac OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.x, Mac OS X Lion 10.7.x, Mac OS X Snow Leopard 10.6.x. | |
Type | Download |
HP Easy Start |
Compatible devices: HP LaserJet Pro M404n
Once the driver has been downloaded, you need to run the installation wizard to install it on your computer. To do this, follow these steps:
After the driver has been installed, you need to connect the printer to your computer using a USB cable or Wi-Fi. To do this, follow these steps: