For Mac users or those who want a plug-and-play experience, consider a newer scanner. But for Windows-based offices with existing HP 5590 hardware, investing one hour in this full setup guide saves hundreds of dollars in replacement costs.
Connect the scanner to your computer via the USB cable only when prompted by the software installer to ensure the driver binds correctly. 3. Basic Scanning Setup hp scanjet 5590 full setup
If you successfully installed the basic driver on Windows, you still need scanning software. Windows Fax and Scan works, but (included with full drivers) is better. For Mac users or those who want a