Windows 7 driver solution for HP deskjet F4100

New HP computer with Windows 7. Cannot install HP Deskjet F4100. Any solution?
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Sorry, the driver is not the problem. The disk witrh the software says it is only for Windows 2000, XP, or Vista. It does not support Windows 7. Is there a download I can use to make it work? Hate to have to buy a new printer when this one works fine.
What would make you think the driver is not the problem? The download link I gave above is the equivalent of what you have on the CD, but designed for Windows 7. It contains what you need to install if you want the all-in-one to work in Windows 7.
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I want to thank you for the solution. You saved me the expense of having to purchase a new computer. I used the 64 bit 2003 version and it works just fine. The people at HP were not very cooperative at all. When I called, the lady who answered the phone asked if I was from the United States or Canada. When I stated the United States she had a big sigh
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Anubi80,
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