To connect an HP printer to a network (Wi-Fi), you typically have the following main methods:

1. **Using the HP Smart app:**
– Make sure the printer is powered on with paper loaded.
– Connect your phone or computer to the desired Wi-Fi network.
– Download and install the HP Smart app on your device.
– Launch the app, sign in or create an HP account.
– The app should detect your printer automatically; if not, add it manually.
– In app settings, select “Network Setup.”
– Choose your Wi-Fi network and enter the password.
– Tap “Connect” and wait for the printer to join the network[1][3].

2. **Using the Printer’s Built-in Wireless Setup Wizard (for printers with a display):**
– On the printer control panel, go to “Setup” or “Network Settings.”
– Choose “Wireless Setup Wizard.”
– Select your Wi-Fi network from the list.
– Enter the Wi-Fi password using the printer’s interface.
– Confirm and wait for connection confirmation[2].

3. **Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup):**
– If your router supports WPS, press the WPS button on the router.
– Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on your printer.
– The printer and router will connect automatically without needing a password.
– A solid Wi-Fi indicator light on the printer confirms success[2].

4. **Using USB setup (for printers without displays):**
– Connect the printer to a computer with a USB cable.
– Install the HP software or HP Smart app on the computer.
– Use the software to add the printer and configure the wireless network.
– Once configured, disconnect the USB cable[2].

Additional tips:

– If the printer is not discoverable on the network, you may need to enable Wi-Fi setup mode by restoring network settings:
– For a touchscreen printer, navigate through settings to “Restore Network Settings” and confirm.
– For printers without a touchscreen, use button combinations such as holding wireless and cancel buttons together for several seconds[3].

– Ensure the printer is within range of the wireless router.
– Connect to a 2.4 GHz network if your printer does not support 5 GHz.
– Make sure the network password is entered correctly.

Following these steps will connect your HP printer to your Wi-Fi network, enabling wireless printing from your devices[1][2][3].