# HP Linux Imaging and Printing (HPLIP)

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# Installation

Important: Before proceeding, check Supported Devices to determine if HPLIP will work with your device.

Installing the HPLIP solution and setting up the HP printing software is a four step process.

Step 1: Verify if HPLIP is already installed in your Linux distribution.

Step 2: Set up the Linux environment.

Step 3: Download and install the HP printing software.

Step 4: Setup your printer.

Note: In order to install the HP printing software, you must have super user (root) privileges on the computer. If you do not have super user privileges, contact your system administrator.

Last update: Fri Jun 9 15:37:45 2006