To connect your **HP LaserJet Pro MFP M28w to a new Wi-Fi network**, follow these steps:
1. **Power On the Printer**
Turn on your printer using the power button and wait until it is fully powered up[1][2].
2. **Enable Wi-Fi Setup Mode**
Press and hold the Wireless button on the printer’s control panel for about 3 seconds. The Wireless and Ready lights will start blinking, indicating the printer is ready for Wi-Fi setup[3][5].
3. **Connect Using Wi-Fi Direct (Optional for Setup)**
– On your computer or mobile device, go to your Wi-Fi settings and find a network named something like “DIRECT-xx-HP LaserJet Pro MFP M28w”[1].
– Connect to this network using the default password found on the label on the printer or in the manual[1].
4. **Configure Wireless Network Settings**
– Open a browser and go to the printer’s IP address for configuration; typically, this is **192.168.20.10**[1].
– In the web interface, select your Wi-Fi network (SSID) and enter the password for that network. Confirm and apply the settings[1].
5. **Alternatively, Use WPS Button Method (If your router supports WPS)**
– After holding the Wireless button on the printer until it blinks, press the **WPS** button on your router within 2 minutes. The printer will automatically connect to the router’s Wi-Fi network[3][5].
6. **Complete Setup Using HP Smart App (Recommended for Mobile Users)**
– Install the **HP Smart app** from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android)[2].
– Open the app, and select “Set up a new printer.” The app will guide you through connecting your printer to the Wi-Fi network and completing the wireless setup.
7. **Final Checks**
Ensure your printer’s Wi-Fi indicator light is solid blue, indicating a successful connection[2]. You can now print wirelessly from your computer or mobile device connected to the same Wi-Fi network[1][2].
**Key Tips:**
– Make sure your computer/device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network you want to connect the printer to before beginning.
– Place the printer close to the router during setup for a strong signal.
– Disconnect any USB cables from the printer before starting wireless setup.
This process allows you to connect the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M28w printer swiftly to a new Wi-Fi network and start printing wirelessly[1][2][3].
