To set up your **HP Color LaserJet CM1312nfi MFP** on a wireless network, follow these steps:
## Step 1: Prepare the Printer
– **Place the printer near the router** to ensure a strong connection.
– **Install the printer software** on your computer by going to the HP website.
## Step 2: Connect to Wi-Fi
1. **Use the Wireless Setup Wizard**:
– Access the printer’s control panel.
– Press the **Setup** button.
– Navigate to **Network** or **Wireless Settings**.
– Select **Wireless Setup Wizard**.
– Follow the on-screen instructions to connect to your Wi-Fi network.
2. **Alternative Method Using HP Smart App**:
– Download and install the **HP Smart App** on your mobile or tablet.
– Open the app, and it will guide you through the setup process.
## Step 3: Install Printer Software on Computer
1. **Download the software** from the HP official website (e.g., using the link 123.hp.com).
2. **Install the software** on your computer by following the prompts, ensuring your printer model is selected correctly during the process.
## Step 4: Test the Connection
– **Print a test page** to ensure the printer is connected and functioning correctly.
### Troubleshooting
– If the printer does not connect, **check your Wi-Fi network** to ensure it is active and the printer is within range.
– **Restart the printer** and try again if necessary.
**Additional Tips**:
– Ensure your printer model supports wireless connectivity if you encounter issues.
– Use the **HP Color LaserJet CM1312 MFP Series User Guide** for detailed instructions specific to your printer model[5].
In some cases, older models might not support wireless connectivity without an initial wired setup. However, the CM1312nfi should allow for wireless setup using the Wireless Setup Wizard or the HP Smart App.