HP Deskjet 6980 Serie Guide D'installation page 6

Choose ONE connection type (A, B, or C)
Note: If you have a personal firewall other than Windows XP, follow the
"Configuring the printer for a software firewall" instructions in the network guide
before connecting the printer to the network.
A: Wireless (access point) connection
*If you do not have an access point, but you want to connect your computer to the
printer, see "Wireless ad hoc network setup" on page 12.
B: Ethernet (wired) network
C: USB connection
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Use this connection type if you want a wireless (802.11b or g)
connection between the printer and your network.
Requires a wireless hub or access point.*
For a wireless access point connection, go to Section A on
page 5 for instructions.
Use this connection type if you want an Ethernet cable
connection between the printer and your network.
Equipment needed: hub/router/switch and Ethernet cable.
For an Ethernet connection, go to Section B on page 11 for
instructions.
Use this connection type if you want to connect the printer
directly to one computer.
Equipment needed: USB cable.
For a USB connection, go to Section C on page 11 for
instructions.
HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide