The macbook and macbook pro laptops from apple include two usb ports that you can use to connect to your hp printer. the macintosh os x operating system comes with pre-installed software and drivers for many printers, so there is a good chance you will not need to download any additional software to connect your hp printer to your apple laptop.. Hi, i'm desperately trying to connect my wireless printer (hp deskjet 3630) to my new macbook. i have downloaded the right installation software but the device isn't detected.... I am also trying to link my macbook pro (10.8.5) to a printer (also hp photosmart c4780) by wifi. the difference i have is that i am using an existing macbook pro and printer, the only thing i have changed (today) is the router and hence the wifi network/name..
Hp auto wireless connect – hp auto wireless connect is a technology that allows you to connect your printer to your wireless network automatically without having to connect any cables or enter your wireless network settings such as your network name or password. many newer hp printers will have this capability during the standard software installation process.. The macbook's airprint technology identifies airprint-compatible printers, easing printer setup and use on wireless networks. connect to wi-fi network to print wirelessly from a macbook, ensure that the computer is on a wi-fi network to which you have access, and which has one or more airprint printers.. If your printer has a basic control panel (no touchscreen or text navigation) or the wps connection method did not work, temporarily connect the printer to the mac with a usb cable, then change the connection type to wireless in the hp utility software..