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HP DeskJet 825c Inkjet Printer

Anonymous
2011-06-30T14:11:25+00:00

Does anyone know a work-around for getting an HP deskjet 825c to fully function in Windows 7 64? Right now I have installed as a generic printer, text only and am hating it. I'd read elsewhere that it will work with 832c drivers, but can't get Windows 7 to allow me to apply that. I'm not all that savvy. Thank you for any consideration.

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  1. Anonymous
    2011-07-16T22:31:01+00:00

    This is what I did folks and it worked for me perfectly. In a Win 7 Pro 32 /64 bit system, I connected my 825c printer and Win 7 did find the device we just have to attach a driver to it!!... if you goto Start - Devices and Printers - Under unspecified I can see my 825C Device. Now if you get to this point then the only thing for you to do is goto the Top of Devices and Printers click on Add a Printer - select ADD a Local Printer , use existing port - USB001 or USB002 (depends on how many usb devices you have - usually the last one is the one for your printer since I assume you just connected it otherwise try usb001). Now the Install Printer Driver Window pops up. On the left select HP for Manufacturer  (Do not select Hewlett Packard) and then over to the right under Printers select HP DeskJet  830c/832c .  If you did not see HP and only Hewlett Parkard or didn't find HP Deskjet 830c/832c then you need to click on the bottom button that says WINDOWS UPDATE. It will take awhile .. (I have a fast computer and it took a full 45-60 sec. to update the list of printers), now try the steps again before continuing. The Rest of the steps are easy.. just hit next... Make it your default printer? - YES and Print a TEST PAGE - select. This series of steps worked for me, but let me warn you I only use the Black Cartridge on my printer, I hope after reading this someone tries the color aspect of it and gives feedback if it worked!! Many blessing to all who find this of value. And remember if you take some knowledge plse share sometime-somewhere a little of your knowledge to others... then when can make this money hungry world a little more pleasant to live in! God Bless!!

    PS Dont bother going to HP website this is what they have to say:

    HP Website        Basically ... go buy a new one!!

    Microsoft carries the HP Banner and says the same thing:

    MS HP825C  Makes you wonder if anyone really does any work in these companies.

    Follow my instructions and save yourself a few dollars... esp in this economy. The little guy wins again!!!

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  1. Anonymous
    2011-09-12T11:56:18+00:00

    Thank you for this solution!!! I just followed the steps and I've already printed the test page!

    Some additional advice: if you can't find your printer (type 825c) in the list you won't find it after Windows update either. But the 825c type is the same as 845c. This type you can find in the list! So just select it then just hit next as written above...

    Good Luck!

    Sofia from Hungary, Europe

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  2. Anonymous
    2011-07-17T17:50:03+00:00

    YES! This WORKED perfectly! It additionally works perfectly with color graphics. This was exactly what was driving me mad, I spent HOURS a few weeks ago trying to figure out how to get my computer to understand I wanted to apply the 832c drivers to the 825c printer. You've just made me the happiest girl in the whole USA! hahaha

    Thank you endlessly JosephA: I'm completely blown away, happy and satisfied.

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  3. Anonymous
    2011-06-30T16:07:20+00:00

    Thank you for responding. I know it's not supported, but I did find some posts on other sites regarding work-arounds. I can't help but find it such a shame to waste a well-maintained perfectly working piece of equipment. I figure, at the very least, I'll use it as a generic until the ink I stockpiled is gone. Thank you again.

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  4. Anonymous
    2011-06-30T15:15:37+00:00

    Do yourself a favour, buy a new win7 compatible printer, that model (circa 2001) doesnt support win7 or 64bit win

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