To set up an HP Smart printer, first download and install the free HP Smart app on your Windows 10 computer or mobile device. Then, power on your printer and ensure it is in setup mode or connected to your Wi-Fi network. In the HP Smart app, select “Add Printer” or “Add your first printer.” The app will search for printers nearby or on your network; select your printer from the list and follow the prompts to connect it to your Wi-Fi by either automatically accessing your network password or using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) if supported. You may need to physically confirm your proximity to the printer by pressing a flashing button on the printer’s control panel during setup for security on newer models. Complete the setup by following instructions for installing cartridges and loading paper. After setup, you can print wirelessly from any device on the same network using HP Smart[1][2][3][4].
Key points for setup:
– Download the HP Smart app from your device’s app store or from 123.hp.com.
– Put the printer in wireless setup mode (usually by holding the wireless button until it blinks).
– Use the HP Smart app to detect and select the printer.
– Follow on-screen prompts to connect to your Wi-Fi network.
– Confirm proximity if prompted by touching a flashing information button on the printer.
– Finish installation by loading cartridges and paper, and installing any necessary drivers.
If your printer does not appear in HP Smart, try selecting “Set up a new printer” in the app or reconnect your printer to the network manually with the wireless setup wizard or WPS button on your router[1][2][3][4].