Can I connect the USB cable before installing software on Windows 7?

No, for Windows 7 or lower versions, do not connect the USB cable before installing the software. The installation process will prompt you to connect the cable at the appropriate time. If the cable is already connected when installation asks for it, restart the printer.

From the official HP Laserjet Pro M202dw manual, page 1

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Should I plug in the USB cable before running the software installer for an HP Laserjet Pro M202dw?
No, for Windows 7 or lower versions, do not connect the USB cable before installing the software. The installation process will prompt you to connect the cable at the appropriate time. If the cable is already connected when installation asks for it, restart the printer.
When should I plug in the USB cable during HP printer setup on Windows 7?
No, for Windows 7 or lower versions, do not connect the USB cable before installing the software. The installation process will prompt you to connect the cable at the appropriate time. If the cable is already connected when installation asks for it, restart the printer.
What happens if I connect the USB before running the installation software?
No, for Windows 7 or lower versions, do not connect the USB cable before installing the software. The installation process will prompt you to connect the cable at the appropriate time. If the cable is already connected when installation asks for it, restart the printer.
Is it okay to connect a USB cable directly to my Windows 7 PC before installing printer software with an HP M202dw?
No, for Windows 7 or lower versions, do not connect the USB cable before installing the software. The installation process will prompt you to connect the cable at the appropriate time. If the cable is already connected when installation asks for it, restart the printer.
What happens if I connect the USB before running the installation software?
No, for Windows 7 or lower versions, do not connect the USB cable before installing the software. The installation process will prompt you to connect the cable at the appropriate time. If the cable is already connected when installation asks for it, restart the printer.
Is it okay to connect a USB cable directly to my Windows 7 PC before installing printer software with an HP M202dw?
No, for Windows 7 or lower versions, do not connect the USB cable before installing the software. The installation process will prompt you to connect the cable at the appropriate time. If the cable is already connected when installation asks for it, restart the printer.

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