HPLIP has just been updated to 3.15.5 with support for more printers, Ubuntu 13.04 and Debian 7.0. HPLIP is a package which contains drivers for HP printers and scanners to support Linux systems, including Ubuntu. It’s an HP-developed solution for printing, scanning and faxing with HP inkjet and laser based printers for Linux machines.
This release adds support for HP LaserJet Enterprise MFP M725z, HP Officejet Pro 3620 Black and White e-All-in-One and Ubuntu 13.04 OS.
For more about this release, please check out the release page.
Below are some of the printers that have been added to the list of supported printers. HPLIP supports more than 2200 HP designed printers and new ones are being added regularly.
– HP LaserJet Enterprise MFP M725 series
– HP LaserJet Enterprise MFP M725dn
– HP LaserJet Enterprise MFP M725fw
– HP LaserJet Enterprise MFP M725z
– HP LaserJet Enterprise MFP M725z+
– HP Officejet Pro 3610 Black and White e-All-in-One
– HP Officejet Pro 3620 Black and White e-All-in-One
Besides supporting the above printers, this release also fixes issues with the driver that fails with message "ethernet cable is plugged in", fixes the problem with bottom margin is wasn’t printing on 8.5x13in paper size for DeskJet 2050 J510 device.
To install of update the driver in Ubuntu, press Ctrl – Alt – T on your keyboard to open the terminal or console, run the commands below to download the latest version.
wget http://prdownloads.sourceforge.net/hplip/hplip-3.13.5.run
Next, run the commands below to begin the installation.
sh hplip-3.13.5.run
Follow the wizard until the installation is complete. When prompted whether to overwrite or remove the existing drivers and re-install, choose to remove the existing HPLIP driver and reinstall the latest version.
For a step by step tutorial on this, please read this post.
Enjoy ~!
Frequently Asked Questions
How to update HPLIP driver to version 3.15.5 on Ubuntu 13.04?
To update the HPLIP driver to version 3.15.5 on Ubuntu 13.04, open the terminal and run the command 'wget http://prdownloads.sourceforge.net/hplip/hplip-3.13.5.run' to download the latest version, then run 'sh hplip-3.13.5.run' to start the installation.
What printers are supported by the updated HPLIP driver version 3.15.5?
The updated HPLIP driver version 3.15.5 now supports printers like HP LaserJet Enterprise MFP M725z, HP Officejet Pro 3620 Black and White e-All-in-One, HP Officejet Pro 3610 Black and White e-All-in-One, and more than 2200 HP designed printers.
How to fix the 'ethernet cable is plugged in' issue with the HPLIP driver?
To fix the 'ethernet cable is plugged in' issue with the HPLIP driver, update to the latest version which includes a fix for this problem. Follow the installation steps and choose to remove the existing driver before reinstalling the latest version.
What is HPLIP and how does it benefit Linux users?
HPLIP is a package containing drivers for HP printers and scanners to support Linux systems like Ubuntu. It allows Linux users to print, scan, and fax with HP inkjet and laser printers, offering seamless integration and functionality.
How to resolve printing issues with HPLIP on DeskJet 2050 J510 device?
If the bottom margin isn't printing on 8.5x13in paper size for DeskJet 2050 J510 device, update the HPLIP driver to the latest version. Follow the installation steps and ensure to choose the option to remove the existing driver before reinstalling.
What are the new features added in HPLIP driver version 3.15.5?
The HPLIP driver version 3.15.5 introduces support for HP LaserJet Enterprise MFP M725z, HP Officejet Pro 3620 Black and White e-All-in-One, and Ubuntu 13.04 OS. It also includes fixes for various issues to enhance printer compatibility and performance.
How many printers are supported by the HPLIP driver?
HPLIP supports more than 2200 HP designed printers, and new printer models are continuously being added to the list of supported devices. Users can check the official HPLIP website for the most up-to-date information on supported printers.
What is the process to install the HPLIP driver on Linux systems?
To install the HPLIP driver on Linux systems, open the terminal, download the latest version using the provided command, run the installation script, and follow the on-screen instructions. Choose to remove the existing driver and reinstall the latest version for optimal performance.
