Generic drivers for HP DeskJet 2654

So, I'm trying to run some text through this specific driver and printer combo.
The printer is hooked up via USB, and its own factory drivers work just fine—it prints without any drama.

What I'm doing is trying to print using generic Windows drivers instead. Basically, I’m adding it as a "new" printer using those generic drivers, all plugged into the same virtual USB port.

https://km.zebra.com/kb/index?page=c...WH70&actp=LIST

The steps for adding it are pretty much laid out in that link above.
But here's the kicker: when I try to print, the job leaves the spooler and hits the printer—the display even says "now printing"—but then... nothing. Total silence.
Anyone have a clue why this is happening, or is it even possible to use a generic driver with this particular model?

Thanks

The issue here is that the generic driver is trying to talk to the printer using PCL language—which this particular model just doesn't speak—so it can't actually process the job or get anything printed out at all.

It’s honestly like trying to tell a five-year-old to raise both hands in the air, but you say it in Japanese... they aren't going to understand a word of it, they'll just end up staring at you with this totally confused look on their face.