To connect an HP printer to WiFi, you generally need to power on the printer, access its wireless setup menu, select your WiFi network, enter the password, and wait for the connection to establish. After that, test the connection by printing a test page[1].
A more detailed example process includes these steps:
– Place the printer near your WiFi router.
– Turn on the printer and access the wireless setup (via the control panel or touchscreen).
– Choose your WiFi network from the list.
– Enter the WiFi password.
– Confirm that the printer connects by checking the WiFi indicator light or printing a network configuration page[1][3].
Alternatively, the HP Smart App (available on Android and iOS) simplifies this process:
– Turn on the printer, ensuring the WiFi light blinks blue.
– Open the HP Smart App and add the printer.
– Select your WiFi network in the app and enter the password.
– Follow the prompts until the WiFi light stops blinking, indicating a successful connection[2].
If your router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), you can connect the printer by pressing the WPS button on the router and then activating WPS on the printer (often by pressing the WiFi button for 3-5 seconds)[1][3].
If the printer fails to connect, troubleshooting steps include restarting printer, computer, router, checking that the WiFi password is correct, and reinstalling HP Smart if needed[4].
In summary, connecting your HP printer to WiFi involves placing the printer in wireless setup mode, selecting your network, entering the password, and confirming the connection, typically done via the printer’s control panel or the HP Smart app[1][2][3].