How do I install my new printer software on my macbook air when there is not a disk drive?

I recently got a new hp all in one printer but the software for it comes on a disk but the macbook air does not have a disk drive..

If "plan A" is unsuccessful, you can download the driver from the printer manufacturers website. You can also share another computer's dvd drive.
And you may want to consider buying a MacBook Air external Superdrive from Apple for $79.00. Maybe its not necessary now, you may find some software that will make it handy. Or use the drive to rip DVD's and CD's.

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