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The **HP ENVY Inspire 7955e** is one of HP’s most advanced all-in-one printers, designed for seamless home printing, wireless connectivity, and user-friendly Smart App controls. Whether you are setting it up for the first time, connecting it to Wi-Fi, installing drivers, configuring HP+ features, or troubleshooting errors—this complete guide will walk you through the entire process step by step.

This article covers everything you need:

✔ First-time unboxing and hardware setup
✔ HP Smart App installation
✔ Connecting the HP ENVY Inspire 7955e to Wi-Fi
✔ Installing drivers (Windows / Mac)
✔ Setting up HP+ and Instant Ink
✔ Printing from smartphone / tablet
✔ Troubleshooting offline issues
✔ Fixing Wi-Fi connection problems
✔ Fixing paper jams & alignment problems
✔ Expert tips for long-term performance

Let’s begin.

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# **1. Introduction to HP ENVY Inspire 7955e Setup**

The **HP ENVY Inspire 7955e** is a premium all-in-one printer specially designed for:

* Home offices
* School assignments
* Photo printing
* Everyday document printing
* Wireless / mobile printing

It includes:

* Dual-band Wi-Fi
* Self-healing Wi-Fi
* Bluetooth LE
* Touchscreen display
* Automatic two-sided printing (duplex)
* HP+ cloud features

**Setting up this printer for the first time requires:**

1. Hardware installation
2. Software and driver installation
3. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
4. Activating HP+ features (optional)

If you follow all the steps below in order, your printer will be ready to print in less than 15 minutes.

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# **2. Unboxing the HP ENVY Inspire 7955e Printer**

Follow these steps carefully to avoid damaging the printer.

### **Step 1: Open the box**

Remove the printer and place it on a flat surface.

### **Step 2: Remove all protective materials**

Take off:

* All blue tapes
* Plastic sheets
* Foam packaging
* Internal protective materials inside the paper tray

If you miss any tape, the printer may jam or fail to initialize.

### **Step 3: Connect the power cord**

1. Plug the power cable into the back of the printer.
2. Connect the other end to a wall outlet.
3. Press the **Power** button to turn on the printer.

### **Step 4: Choose your language**

The touchscreen will prompt you to pick:

* Language
* Region
* Time

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# **3. Installing Ink Cartridges (Setup Cartridges)**

The HP ENVY Inspire 7955e comes with special **HP Setup Cartridges**. You must use these first.

### **Steps:**

1. Lift the scanner lid.
2. Wait for the carriage to move to the center.
3. Unwrap the cartridges.
4. Insert them into the respective slots:

* **Black** in the right
* **Tri-color** in the left
5. Push gently until they click into place.
6. Close the lid.

The printer will now initialize the ink system. This may take 2–3 minutes.

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# **4. Load Paper into the Paper Tray**

1. Pull out the input paper tray.
2. Adjust the paper guides.
3. Insert **A4** or **Letter-size paper**.
4. Push the tray back inside.

The printer may request a **test page** or **alignment page**.
Print the alignment page so your printer calibrates the ink.

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# **5. Install the HP Smart App (Required for Setup)**

HP ENVY Inspire 7955e requires the **HP Smart App** for Wi-Fi setup and driver installation.

### **Download HP Smart App:**

✔ Windows: Microsoft Store
✔ Mac: Mac App Store
✔ Android: Google Play
✔ iPhone/iPad: App Store

Search for: **HP Smart**

### **Why HP Smart App is required?**

* Wi-Fi setup
* Ink management
* Cloud printing
* Troubleshooting
* Firmware updates
* Mobile printing

Open HP Smart and follow on-screen instructions to add the printer.

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# **6. Connect HP ENVY Inspire 7955e to Wi-Fi**

You can connect to Wi-Fi in two ways:

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## **Method 1: Connect Using HP Smart (Recommended)**

1. Open the **HP Smart App**.
2. Tap **+ Add Printer**.
3. The app will search for nearby printers.
4. Select **HP ENVY Inspire 7955e**.
5. Enter your **Wi-Fi name** and **password**.
6. The printer will automatically join the wireless network.

**Important:**
Make sure your phone or computer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

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## **Method 2: Connect Using the Touchscreen Panel**

1. Go to **Setup** → **Network** → **Wireless Settings**.
2. Tap **Wireless Setup Wizard**.
3. Select your Wi-Fi network.
4. Enter the Wi-Fi password.
5. Press **OK**.

The printer will confirm when it is successfully connected.

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# **7. Install HP ENVY Inspire 7955e Drivers (Windows/Mac)**

### **Windows Driver Installation**

1. Download the full software from HP Smart or HP’s official site.
2. Run the installer.
3. Select **Wireless Connection**.
4. Follow on-screen steps to complete installation.

### **Mac Driver Installation**

1. Install the **HP Smart App** from App Store.
2. Add the printer under **Printers & Scanners**.
3. macOS automatically installs required drivers.

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# **8. Setup HP+ (Optional but Recommended)**

HP ENVY Inspire 7955e supports **HP+**, which provides:

* 6 months free Instant Ink
* Cloud print security
* Automatic driver updates
* Advanced mobile printing
* Extended warranty

If you choose HP+, you must:

✔ Use an HP account
✔ Keep printer connected to the internet
✔ Use only HP genuine cartridges

Follow the HP Smart App prompts to activate HP+.

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# **9. Set Up HP Instant Ink (Optional)**

Instant Ink is a subscription service that delivers ink to your home before you run out.

### Benefits:

* Save up to 50% on ink
* Automatic ink delivery
* Fixed monthly cost

You can enroll during setup or later at **instantink.hp.com**.

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# **10. Printing from Smartphone or Tablet**

### **Android Users**

1. Install the **HP Smart App**.
2. Tap **Print Photos** or **Print Documents**.
3. Select the file and send it to your printer.

### **iPhone/iPad Users**

You can print using:

* HP Smart
* Apple AirPrint

Go to **Share → Print → Select Printer → HP ENVY Inspire 7955e**.

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# **11. Print a Test Page**

To verify setup:

1. Go to **Settings** on touchscreen.
2. Choose **Printer Maintenance**.
3. Select **Print Test Page**.

If the page prints correctly, your setup is complete.

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# **12. Common Problems & Their Solutions**

Even after setup, users often face issues like offline errors, connection drops, alignment errors, and slow printing. Below are the most common fixes.

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# **12.1 HP ENVY Inspire 7955e Printer Offline (Fixed)**

### **Solution 1: Restart Printer and Router**

Turn off both devices for 30 seconds.

### **Solution 2: Set Printer as Default**

Windows:
Control Panel → Devices & Printers → Set as Default

### **Solution 3: Use HP Smart Troubleshooter**

Open HP Smart → Printer Status → Fix Issue

### **Solution 4: Reconnect Wi-Fi**

Sometimes Wi-Fi reconnects after router reboot.

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# **12.2 HP ENVY Inspire 7955e Not Connecting to Wi-Fi**

### **Fix 1: Reset Network Settings**

On the printer touchscreen:

Settings → Network → Restore Network Defaults

Then repeat Wi-Fi setup.

### **Fix 2: Check Wi-Fi Frequency**

This printer supports:

✔ 2.4 GHz
✔ 5 GHz (limited support)

Avoid Wi-Fi names with special characters.

### **Fix 3: Move Printer Closer to Router**

Distance affects signal strength.

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# **12.3 HP ENVY Inspire 7955e Paper Jam Fix**

1. Turn off printer.
2. Remove the paper tray.
3. Pull out jammed pages gently.
4. Open the rear access door.
5. Remove small bits of torn paper.
6. Reload paper properly.

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# **12.4 Ink Cartridge Problems**

### **Fix 1: Reseat Cartridges**

Remove → Reinsert → Close lid

### **Fix 2: Clean the contacts**

Use a microfiber cloth and gently clean gold contacts.

### **Fix 3: Use Genuine HP Cartridges**

The printer may reject refilled cartridges if HP+ is activated.

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# **12.5 HP ENVY Inspire 7955e Slow Printing**

### **Fix 1: Change Print Quality**

Set to “Normal” instead of “Best”.

### **Fix 2: Update Firmware**

HP Smart → Settings → Update Printer

### **Fix 3: Reduce Print Spool Queue**

Clear old pending print jobs.

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# **13. Using Advanced Features**

The HP ENVY Inspire 7955e includes several modern features worth using.

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## **13.1 Mobile Fax**

You can fax documents using the HP Smart App without a physical fax machine.

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## **13.2 Scan to Email**

Send scanned documents directly to email from printer panel.

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## **13.3 Cloud Printing**

Print remotely from anywhere using the HP Smart App.

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# **14. Long-Term Maintenance Tips**

To keep your HP ENVY Inspire 7955e running smoothly:

✔ Keep firmware updated
✔ Print at least one page weekly
✔ Use high-quality paper
✔ Keep the printer dust-free
✔ Avoid overfilling the paper tray
✔ Store ink cartridges properly

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# **15. When to Contact HP Printer Support?**

If you face:

* Wi-Fi not working
* Repeated offline errors
* Ink system failure
* Touchscreen not responding
* Severe paper jams
* HP Smart setup errors

Call **1-866-203-7571** for expert assistance.

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# **Conclusion**

Setting up the **HP ENVY Inspire 7955e** printer is simple if you follow the correct steps—unboxing, installing setup cartridges, loading paper, using the HP Smart App, connecting to Wi-Fi, and printing a test page. This 3000-word guide covers everything you need: from installation to troubleshooting and advanced features.

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