How to Download and Install HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 Printer & Scanner Driver

Before you start the installation of your HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 printer you should always ensure that you are using the latest version drivers.

In this guide, I have provided the HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 latest version driver download links for Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems. Also, read the how to install section to properly install this drivers on your computer.

Download HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 Driver

Step 1: Select your preferred operating system.
Step 2: Click on the download button to download your HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 driver setup file.

HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 Driver for Windows

• HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 driver for Windows XP, Vista (32bit) – Download (61.3 MB)
• HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 driver for Windows XP, Vista (64bit) – Not Available
• HP OfficeJet 8740 driver for Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 (32/64bit) – Download (114 MB)
• HP OfficeJet 8740 driver for Windows 11 (64bit) – Download (114 MB)
• HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 driver for Server 2008, 2012 (32bit) – Download (19.4 MB)
• HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 driver for Server 2008, 2012 (64bit) – Download (22.1 MB)
• HP OfficeJet 8740 driver for Server 2016, 2019, 2022 (32bit) – Download (19.4 MB)
• HP OfficeJet 8740 driver for Server 2016, 2019, 2022 (64bit) – Download (22.1 MB)

Driver for Mac

• HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 driver for Mac OS 11.x, 12.x, 13.x, 14.x – Download (10.9 MB)
• HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 driver for Mac OS 10.9 to 10.15 – Download (10.9 MB)

Driver for Linux/Ubuntu

• HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 driver for Linux, Ubuntu – Download (11.1 MB)

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Download the driver directly from the HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 official website.

How to Install HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 Printer Driver

In this section, you will find the detailed installation guide for the full feature driver and basic driver (inf driver), which you should read to properly install the HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 printer drivers on your computer.

1) Install HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 Printer Using Driver Package

In the following guide, I will explain the installation process of the full feature HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 driver on a Windows computer, which can be applied on all the versions of the Windows operating system.

1. Run the full feature driver file and wait as the setup files extract on your computer.
   
2. In the Welcome screen, wait for the number ‘2’ to turn ‘Blue’ in color, then click on the ‘Continue’ button.
   
3. In the Software Selections screen, you can select the software you want to install on your computer, otherwise, proceed with the default selections. Finally, click on the ‘Next’ button.
   
4. Choose the ‘I have reviewed and accept the installation agreements and settings’ option, then click on the ‘Accept’ button.
   
5. Click on the ‘Yes’ button to enable the connected printing feature.
   
6. In the Firmware Update screen, choose the ‘Auto Update’ option, then click on the ‘Apply’ button.
   
7. Click on the ‘No Thanks’ button to deny sharing your printer usage data with the HP site.
   
8. Click on the ‘No Thanks’ button to not share your application usage data with the HP website.
   
9. Wait for the installation of the drivers and software to complete.
   
10. In the Connection Options screen, choose the ‘Connect later – Do not connect to the device now. I will connect it later’ option, then click on the ‘Next’ button.
    
11. When you see the message that software has installed successfully, then click on the ‘Finish’ button to close the installer program.
    

That’s it, you have successfully installed the HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 driver package on your computer.

2) Install HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 Printer Using Basic Driver

Read the installation guide shared below before installing the HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 basic driver on your Windows computer. Read the article: How to install a printer driver manually using basic driver (.INF driver).

HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 Specs & Features

The HP OfficeJet Pro 8740 all-in-one printer is bundled with a lot of productive features. You can connect this inkjet printer with your computer by using its USB, Ethernet and Wireless connectivity options.

Ink Cartridge Details: This inkjet printer uses one Black (F6U19AN), one Cyan (L0S61AN), one Magenta (L0S64AN) and one Yellow (L0S67AN) ink cartridge for printing.