Connecting your **HP printer** to your computer can be done via **USB, Wi-Fi (wireless), or Ethernet (wired network)**. Below are the steps for each method:
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### **Method 1: USB Connection (Wired)**
1. **Turn on the printer** and ensure it’s plugged into a power source.
2. **Connect the USB cable** from the printer to your computer.
3. **Wait for automatic driver installation** (Windows/macOS may detect and install drivers automatically).
4. **If drivers don’t install automatically**, download them from:
– [HP Support Website](https://support.hp.com) (Enter your printer model).
5. **Follow on-screen instructions** to complete setup.
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### **Method 2: Wi-Fi (Wireless) Setup**
#### **Option A: Using HP Smart App (Recommended)**
1. **Download the HP Smart App**:
– [Windows/macOS](https://www.hp.com/smart)
– [Mobile (iOS/Android)](https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/ish_5000053-5000090-16)
2. **Open the app** and sign in (or create an HP account).
3. **Turn on the printer** and ensure it’s in **setup mode** (check the manual if needed).
4. **Select “Add Printer”** in the app and follow prompts to connect to Wi-Fi.
5. **Enter your Wi-Fi password** when prompted.
#### **Option B: Using WPS (If Supported)**
1. **Press and hold the WPS button** on your router for 3–5 seconds.
2. **Within 2 minutes**, press the **Wireless button** on your HP printer.
3. Wait for the connection to establish (lights should stabilize).
#### **Option C: Manual Wi-Fi Setup (via Printer Control Panel)**
1. On the printer, go to **Settings > Wireless Setup Wizard**.
2. Select your **Wi-Fi network** and enter the password.
3. Wait for the connection to confirm.
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### **Method 3: Ethernet (Wired Network)**
1. **Connect an Ethernet cable** from your router to the printer.
2. **Turn on the printer**—it will automatically detect the network.
3. **Install drivers** from the [HP Support Website](https://support.hp.com) if needed.
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### **Verify Connection**
– Print a **test page** (via printer settings or computer).
– On Windows:
– Go to **Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners** and select your HP printer.
– On macOS:
– Go to **System Preferences > Printers & Scanners** and check if the printer is listed.
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### **Troubleshooting Tips**
– **Restart** the printer and computer.
– Ensure the printer and computer are on the **same network** (for Wi-Fi).
– Reinstall drivers if the printer isn’t detected.
– Check [HP’s official support](https://support.hp.com) for model-specific help.
Let me know if you need help with a specific step! 😊