I'm using Windows 7 - when should I connect the USB cable?

For Windows 7 or lower, 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, restart the printer when the installation prompts to connect the cable.

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At what point in the installation process should the USB cable be connected to the M202dw?
For Windows 7 or lower, 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, restart the printer when the installation prompts to connect the cable.
What's the recommended approach to connecting USB for an initial setup on Windows 7 when installing a new printer like HP LaserJet Pro M202dw?
For Windows 7 or lower, 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, restart the printer when the installation prompts to connect the cable.
Why shouldn't I connect the USB cable before installing software on Windows 7?
For Windows 7 or lower, 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, restart the printer when the installation prompts to connect the cable.
Do instructions differ regarding timing of USB connection between Mac and Windows operating systems (like Windows 7) during installation of this model?
For Windows 7 or lower, 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, restart the printer when the installation prompts to connect the cable.
Do instructions differ regarding timing of USB connection between Mac and Windows operating systems (like Windows 7) during installation of this model?
For Windows 7 or lower, 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, restart the printer when the installation prompts to connect the cable.
How do I fix the USB connection if it was connected before the software installation?
For Windows 7 or lower, 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, restart the printer when the installation prompts to connect the cable.

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