That "paper" is probably a 2-page tech note or forum compilation that saved thousands of LaserJet 1010s from e-waste. It's interesting because it highlights how printer manufacturers artificially cripple old hardware, and how legacy PCL drivers can bypass that.
However, the printer is fully compatible with Windows 10 using a built-in driver workaround. Here is how to get it running.
If the above method doesn’t work, you can manually download and install the drivers from HP: windows 10 hp laserjet 1010
: Open a web browser and go to the HP Support website .
Many users find success with the HP Universal Print Driver PCL5. Step 2: Manually Install the Printer That "paper" is probably a 2-page tech note
: You may be prompted to connect the printer to your computer during the installation process. If the installation doesn’t automatically detect your printer, you might need to use the ‘Add a printer or scanner’ option in Windows settings as described above.
: Once downloaded, run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install the drivers. Here is how to get it running
If the printer shoots out pages of random symbols or text, the wrong driver was selected.
The HP LaserJet 1010 works excellently on Windows 10, but it requires a small lie to the operating system. By telling Windows 10 that you are installing a , you bypass the lack of official driver support and gain access to a reliable, toner-efficient printing experience.
If Method 1 does not work, you can force Windows to look for older drivers through the Windows Update service.
: Make sure your HP LaserJet 1010 is connected to your computer via a USB cable or is on the same network if it has network capabilities (though the 1010 model primarily uses USB).