HP DeskJet 2720 Driver Installation, WiFi Setup & Troubleshooting Guide 2025

The HP DeskJet 2720 is a compact all-in-one inkjet printer with wireless connectivity. This guide covers HP DeskJet 2720 driver installation, WiFi setup, and troubleshooting for Windows 10, Windows 11, and macOS.

HP DeskJet 2720 Driver Download

Download the latest HP DeskJet 2720 drivers from HP's official website:

1. Visit support.hp.com
2. Enter "DeskJet 2720" in the search box
3. Select your operating system (Windows 10/11 or macOS)
4. Download the HP Full Feature Driver or HP Smart app
5. Run the installer and follow the setup wizard

Installing HP DeskJet 2720 Drivers on Windows

Method 1: HP Smart App (Recommended)

1. Download HP Smart from Microsoft Store
2. Open HP Smart and click "Add Printer"
3. Select "Set up a new printer"
4. HP Smart will automatically detect and install HP DeskJet 2720 drivers
5. Follow on-screen instructions to complete setup

Method 2: Manual Driver Installation

1. Download HP DeskJet 2720 driver package from HP website
2. Extract the downloaded file
3. Run setup.exe as Administrator
4. Select "Install Printer Driver"
5. Choose connection type (USB or Network/Ethernet)
6. Complete the installation wizard

HP DeskJet 2720 WiFi Setup

Using HP Smart App

1. Download HP Smart app on your phone or computer
2. Open HP Smart and tap "Add Printer"
3. Select "Set up a new printer"
4. Choose "HP DeskJet 2720" from discovered printers
5. Enter your WiFi network password
6. Wait for printer to connect (1-2 minutes)
7. Verify connection status in HP Smart app

Using Printer Control Panel

1. On printer control panel, press Setup or Wireless button
2. Navigate to "Network" > "Wireless Setup Wizard"
3. Select your WiFi network from the list
4. Enter WiFi password using printer touchscreen or keypad
5. Wait for printer to connect to WiFi

HP DeskJet 2720 Troubleshooting

Issue: "Driver Not Found" Error

Solution:

1. Uninstall existing HP DeskJet 2720 driver from Device Manager
2. Restart your computer
3. Download fresh driver from HP website
4. Install driver in Administrator mode

Issue: HP DeskJet 2720 Shows Offline

Solution:

1. Check printer is powered on and connected
2. Go to Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners
3. Right-click HP DeskJet 2720 → "Use printer online"
4. Update HP DeskJet 2720 driver if issue persists

Issue: Print Jobs Stuck in Queue

Solution:

1. Open Services (Windows + R, type services.msc)
2. Find "Print Spooler" → Right-click → "Restart"
3. Clear print queue: Control Panel > Devices and Printers > HP DeskJet 2720 > See what's printing
4. Delete stuck print jobs

HP DeskJet 2720 Driver for Mac

1. Download HP DeskJet 2720 driver from HP website (macOS version)
2. Open downloaded .dmg file
3. Run HP Easy Start or installer package
4. Follow installation wizard
5. Add printer in System Preferences > Printers & Scanners
6. Select Ethernet network connection (Bonjour or IP address)

HP DeskJet 2720 Ink Cartridges

HP DeskJet 2720 uses HP 305 ink cartridges:

• HP 305 Black Original Ink Cartridge
• HP 305 Tri-color Original Ink Cartridge

HP DeskJet 2720 Common Issues

Paper Jams

If you experience paper jams:

1. Turn off printer and unplug power cord
2. Open all access doors
3. Remove jammed paper carefully (pull in direction of paper flow)
4. Check for torn paper pieces
5. Close all doors and restart printer

Print Quality Issues

If print quality is poor:

1. Run print head cleaning utility from HP Smart app
2. Check ink cartridges are properly installed
3. Replace low or empty ink cartridges
4. Use recommended paper type and quality
5. Align print heads from printer settings
6. Use genuine HP ink cartridges for best results

Low Ink Warnings

When ink is low:

1. Replace HP 305 ink cartridges
2. Open printer access door
3. Remove old cartridges and install new ones
4. Close door and wait for printer to calibrate
5. Print a test page to verify installation

Updating HP DeskJet 2720 Drivers

1. Open HP Smart or visit HP Support website
2. Check for HP DeskJet 2720 driver updates
3. Download latest driver version
4. Uninstall old driver first (optional but recommended)
5. Install new HP DeskJet 2720 driver
6. Restart computer and printer

HP DeskJet 2720 Mobile Printing

Print from your phone or tablet to HP DeskJet 2720:

1. Install HP Smart app on your mobile device
2. Ensure mobile device and HP DeskJet 2720 are on same WiFi network
3. Open HP Smart app and select HP DeskJet 2720
4. Choose document or photo to print
5. Tap "Print"

HP DeskJet 2720 Specifications

• Print Speed: Up to 7.5 pages per minute (ppm) black, up to 5.5 ppm color
• Resolution: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (black), up to 4800 x 1200 dpi (color)
• Connectivity: USB, WiFi
• Paper Capacity: 60-sheet input tray
• Functions: Print, Scan, Copy
• Ink Type: HP 305 cartridges

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