HP DeskJet 2720e Printer Setup, Driver & Troubleshooting

The HP DeskJet 2720e is an all-in-one printer designed for home printing, scanning and copying. If you are having problems with HP DeskJet 2720e setup, driver installation, Wi-Fi, Windows 11, printing, scanning or an offline printer, this guide covers common issues.
HP provides a dedicated DeskJet 2720e support page containing setup and user-guide resources.
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HP DeskJet 2720e Setup
Before starting setup:
Turn on the printer.
Install cartridges.
Load paper.
Check for error messages.
Connect your computer to the internet if required.
Prepare your Wi-Fi network.
For wireless setup, keep the printer reasonably close to the router.
HP DeskJet 2720e Driver
Driver or software installation problems can prevent the printer from being recognised.
Common messages include:
Driver unavailable
Printer not found
Printer offline
Cannot communicate with printer
Installation failed
Use official HP resources for the latest supported software.
HP DeskJet 2720e Windows 11 Setup
Open:
Settings → Bluetooth & devices → Printers & scanners
Check whether the DeskJet 2720e is listed.
If Windows does not detect it, check:
Wi-Fi
USB
Driver
Printer discovery
Windows configuration
HP’s support documentation also includes Windows 11-related printer troubleshooting resources for this printer family.
HP DeskJet 2720e Wi-Fi Setup
The printer must be configured for the appropriate wireless network.
If the router has been changed, the printer may still contain the previous network information.
Check:
Wi-Fi network
Password
Router
Printer wireless status
Computer network
HP DeskJet 2720e Offline
If Windows displays Printer Offline, check the wireless connection first.
Other possible causes include:
Incorrect network
Router changes
Print queue
Windows configuration
Driver problems
The DeskJet 2700/2700e family has specific HP troubleshooting resources for wireless and offline conditions.
HP DeskJet 2720e Not Printing
Check:
Printer power.
Paper.
Cartridges.
Printer status.
Selected printer.
Print queue.
Connection.
If a document remains pending, the queue may require troubleshooting.
HP DeskJet 2720e Not Scanning
If printing works but scanning does not, check:
Scanner detection
Printer software
Windows
Wi-Fi or USB connection
HP DeskJet 2720e Paper Jam
Inspect the paper path carefully.
Do not force paper out of the printer because torn pieces can remain inside.
If an error continues after the paper is removed, additional diagnosis may be needed.
HP DeskJet 2720e Print Quality
Possible symptoms include:
Faded pages
Missing colours
Streaks
Lines
Blank pages
Poor photo quality
Check paper, cartridges and printer settings before replacing hardware.
HP DeskJet 2720e After Wi-Fi Password Change
Changing the Wi-Fi password can disconnect the printer while computers and phones reconnect automatically.
The printer may need to be configured for the new wireless credentials.
HP DeskJet 2720e After Windows Update
If the printer worked before an update but stopped afterward, check:
Windows printer settings
Driver
Printer status
Scanner configuration
Network connection
HP DeskJet 2720e FAQs
Why is my HP DeskJet 2720e offline?
Wi-Fi, router, Windows or print queue problems can cause the printer to appear offline.
Why is my HP DeskJet 2720e not printing?
Check the printer, paper, cartridges, queue and connection.
Why can’t Windows 11 find my printer?
The problem may be related to Wi-Fi, USB, printer discovery or driver configuration.
Why isn’t my scanner working?
Check the scanning software and printer-to-computer communication.
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