The HP DeskJet 4120e is an all-in-one color printer suitable for home users. Like other printers, this printer also requires a driver to be installed on a computer. You should always use the latest version driver because it will give you a bug-free experience.
To download the drivers, go to its official website and download the 4120e drivers from the official download page. Alternatively, you may download the same drivers from the download section given below.
In the download section of this guide, you will find the HP DeskJet 4120e driver download links for Windows 11, 10, 8, 8.1, 7, Vista, XP (32-bit and 64-bit), Server 2000 to 2022, Linux, Ubuntu, and Mac OS.
After downloading the driver, you’ll need to install it on your computer in the correct way. If you want to wirelessly setup this 4120e printer, then I have provided a Wireless setup guide as well please check out the how to install section.
Steps to Download HP DeskJet 4120e Driver
I have mentioned in the OS list given below all the operating systems supported by this HP printer. Use the download steps given below to download the right printer drivers for your OS version:
Step 1: Choose the operating system where you want to install this printer.
Step 2: Click on the download button to start the download of your HP DeskJet 4120e driver setup file.
HP DeskJet 4120e Driver for Windows
- HP DeskJet 4120e driver for Windows XP (32bit/64bit) → Download
- HP DeskJet 4120e driver for Windows Vista (32bit/64bit) → Download
- HP DeskJet 4120e driver for Windows 7 (32bit/64bit) → Download
- HP DeskJet 4120e driver for Windows 8, 8.1 (32bit/64bit) → Download
- HP DeskJet 4120e driver for Windows 10 (32bit/64bit) → Download
- HP DeskJet 4120e driver for Windows 11 (64bit) → Download
- HP DeskJet 4120e HP Easy Start driver for Windows All Versions → Download
- HP DeskJet 4120e driver for Server 2003, 2008, 2012 → Download
- HP DeskJet 4120e driver for Server 2016, 2019, 2022 → Download
HP DeskJet 4120e Driver for Mac
- HP DeskJet 4120e driver for Mac OS 11.x, 12.x, 13.x → Download (10.9 MB)
- HP DeskJet 4120e driver for Mac OS 10.9 to 10.15 → Download (10.9 MB)
HP DeskJet 4120e Driver for Linux & Ubuntu
- HP DeskJet 4120e driver for Linux and Ubuntu → Download (10.9 MB)
Steps to Download HP 4120e from the HP Website
Apart from the latest printer drivers there are many other applications which have been released by the HP for this 4120e printer model.
If you didn’t find in this guide the software or driver you were searching for, then you can download your preferred software and driver directly from the HP website by following the download steps given below:
- You can visit the HP printer download page by clicking this link: HP DeskJet 4120e official website.
- On the HP support page, click on the ‘Choose a different OS’ link to select your preferred OS version.
- Click on the ‘Down’ arrow below the ‘Operating System’ field, then choose your preferred operating system from the list of supported operating systems, I selected the ‘Windows’ OS.
- Click on the ‘Down’ arrow below the ‘Version’ field, then choose your preferred OS version from the list of supported OS versions, I selected the ‘Windows 10 (32-bit)’ OS version.
- Click on the ‘Change’ button to see the complete list of drivers and software released by the HP for your preferred OS version.
- You can see that the download page shows various applications, like diagnostic tool, all the driver types, firmware, etc. Since, I have already shared the full feature and basic drivers in this guide, I will describe the steps to download the HP printer diagnostic tool. Click on the ‘Plus’ sign in front of the ‘Diagnostic Tool’ link.
- Under the link you will find the ‘HP Print and Scan Doctor for Windows’ option, click on the ‘Download’ link on its front to begin the download of this application.
You can follow the steps mentioned above to download hp 4120e software, firmware or driver for HP DeskJet 4120e printer from this HP webpage.
How to Install HP DeskJet 4120e Printer Driver
Downloading the right printer driver for your HP printer is not enough, it is equally important to install those drivers by using their proper installation process.
If you have any queries regarding the installation process, then I have shared below the installation guide for the full feature driver and the basic driver (inf driver).
Follow the installation process described in the guide to install your HP DeskJet 4120e printer drivers without any problems.
1) Install HP DeskJet 4120e Printer Using Driver Package
In the following installation steps, you will learn the right method of installing the full feature HP DeskJet 4120e driver on a Windows computer.
For your convenience, I have attached an image file for each installation step so that you can easily understand the installation process and follow its steps without any issues.
The following installation steps can be used for all versions of the Windows operating system.
- Right click on the driver package setup file which you downloaded from this guide and choose the ‘Run as administrator’ option from the menu.
- Wait for the driver files to unzip on your computer.
- Wait for the printer setup to load on your computer.
- In the Welcome screen, you have the option to use the ‘click here’ link for changing the default printer on your computer. However, in case, you want to proceed with the default printer settings, then accept the End User License Agreement by clicking on the ‘Continue’ button.
- HP will ask for your permission to share your HP software usage data with the HP website. There are certain benefits of sharing your data with the HP, such as you will get customized updates for your HP software which will improve the performance of that software.You can use the provided links to get additional details, but your choice will have no effect on the outcome of the driver installation process.
Click on the ‘Yes’ button to share your data and ‘No’ button to deny permission.
- Now the printer setup program will search for your HP printer. Connect your HP printer to your computer using a USB cable and switch on your printer. Wait for the setup program to detect your printer, then follow the onscreen steps to complete the driver installation process.
That’s it, installation of the HP DeskJet 4120e driver package has been successfully completed on your computer. Your HP DeskJet printer is now ready to print, scan and copy pages.
2) Install HP DeskJet 4120e Printer Using Basic Driver
For all those users who may want to install this HP printer using its HP DeskJet 4120e basic driver, I have shared below an installation guide.
In our guide, I have clearly described the right method of installing the HP 4120e INF driver on a Windows computer. Check out the steps below: How to install a printer driver manually using a basic driver (.INF driver).
How to Setup HP DeskJet 4120e Printer through WiFi
Since HP DeskJet 4120e printer supports wireless connectivity, you can connect this printer to your computer with the help of the HP Smart App.
Before you begin the wireless setup process, make sure that your wireless network is running properly. Also, install the HP Smart App on your computer, you can download this app for free from the Microsoft Store or the HP website.
- You will have to activate the wireless setup mode on your printer before you can start the wireless setup process. On the printer control panel of your HP printer, simultaneously press and hold both the ‘Cancel’ button and the ‘Wireless’ button for almost three seconds.
- Initially, the ‘Power’ button light will start blinking, then after a few seconds the blue LED light of the ‘Wireless’ button will start to blink. Your HP DeskJet 4120e printer has now entered wireless setup mode.
- Run the HP Smart App on your computer and in the home screen, click on the ‘Add Printer’ button.
- When the ‘HP DeskJet Plus 4100’ icon appears, then click on the ‘Set Up’ link to proceed.
- You will be informed that the printer setup process is about to start, click on the ‘Continue’ button to proceed.
- The HP Smart app will ask for your permission to access the Wi-Fi password of your network, click on the ‘Continue’ button to proceed.
- Wait for the HP Smart app to connect your printer to your computer. When you see a green tick suggesting that the wireless connection has been completed successfully, then click on the ‘Continue’ button.
- You will be asked to apply for the HP Instant Ink service, click on the ‘Continue’ button.
- You will be shown all the HP Instant Ink plans available for you. Select your preferred HP Instant Ink plan and proceed further accordingly. I decided to ignore the plans and chose ‘No Instant Ink’ option, then clicked on the ‘Continue’ button.
- Type the ‘Code’ of your region in the relevant box, then click on the ‘Continue’ button.
- The HP Smart app will ask whether you want to connect your printer with any other wireless device or not. If you want you can connect your printer with another device, then click on the ‘Send Link’ button and proceed accordingly. Otherwise, click on the ‘Skip sending this link’ option.
- Now, on the HP Smart App home screen, you will see your HP DeskJet 4100 printer icon.
That’s it, you have successfully completed the wireless setup of your HP DeskJet 4120e all-in-one printer with your computer by using the HP Smart App. You can now wirelessly send print, scan and copy commands to your printer on your computer.
HP DeskJet 4120e Features
The HP DeskJet 4120e all-in-one printer. It is a color printer with WiFi. The auto document feeder of this printer allows you to complete multi-page scans and copy tasks in one go.
The print quality of this printer is truly amazing as it can print at resolutions of up to 1200 dpi. Although the maximum print speed of 8.5 ppm for this printer is a bit low, but its enough for home users.
You can connect this printer with your wired and wireless computing devices by using its USB, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity options.
Which ink cartridge is used in this HP 4120e printer
This inkjet printer uses one Black and one Tri-color ink cartridge for printing, which are available in standard, high yield and extra high yield variants.
The standard Black (3YM56AN), high yield Black (3YM57AN) and extra high yield Black (3YM59AN) ink cartridges can print almost 120 pages, 240 pages and 400 pages respectively.
While the standard Tri-color (3YM55AN), high yield Tri-color (3YM58AN) and extra high yield Tri-color (6ZA16AN) ink cartridges can deliver a page yield of up to 100 pages, 200 pages and 330 pages respectively.