HP DeskJet 2630 Series - The HP DeskJet 2630 Series is a compact, budget
all-in-one made for everyday home needs, print, scan, copy - with a tiny
footprint and simple wireless setup. If you want an affordable printer for
homework, tickets, bills, and the occasional photo, this series gives you the
essentials without fuss.
Quick Verdict
Ideal for: students and households with light,
occasional printing.
Why it’s worth it: low price, easy Wi-Fi onboarding, reliable text
quality, and space-saving design.
Keep in mind: entry-level speeds and manual duplex (no
automatic two-sided); paper trays are small, so best for low volumes.
Highlights:
- Simple connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) and USB; guided setup via HP’s app/installer.
- Everyday speed: up to 7.5 ppm black / 5.5 ppm color (ISO) - fine for schoolwork and home tasks.
- Photo-ready quality: up to 4800×1200 optimized dpi on HP photo paper (color).
- Paper handling: 60-sheet input and 25-sheet output; manual duplex via driver prompts.
- Small & quiet: slips next to a laptop or on a shelf without taking over your workspace.
Key Specifications:
- Functions: Print / Copy / Scan (flatbed)
- Print speed (ISO): up to 7.5 ppm (black), 5.5 ppm (color)
- First page out: as fast as ~15 s (black)
- Max resolution: up to 1200×1200 (black); up to 4800×1200 optimized (color)
- Scanner: CIS flatbed up to 1200 dpi (optical)
- Paper sizes: Letter/A4, envelopes, cards, photo paper
- Duty cycle: up to 1,000 pages/month (recommended usage much lower for best results)
- Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, USB 2.0
- Mobile printing: HP app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria; Chromebook compatible
Driver Downloads
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OFFICIAL DOWNLOAD LINK |
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Windows 11 (64-bit*) |
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Windows 10 (32/64-bit) |
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Windows 8 / 8.1 (32/64-bit) |
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macOS (Intel & Apple silicon) |
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Linux |
*Microsoft distributes Windows 11 only in 64-bit form; there is no 32-bit edition.
Setup Tips (Quick)
- Windows 10/11: Download the Full-feature software from the series page and follow the USB or Wi-Fi wizard.
- Windows 8/8.1: If HP’s page mis-detects your OS, click Change and choose your exact version/bitness.
- macOS: Run HP Easy Start; it detects your macOS version and installs the correct print/scan components (you can also add the printer with AirPrint).
- Linux: Install the latest HPLIP, then run hp-setup to discover and configure the printer via USB or Wi-Fi.
Pros & Cons
Pros: very affordable, quick wireless setup, compact
design, good everyday text.
Cons: modest speeds, manual duplex, small trays, best for low-volume
printing.