If your HP LaserJet printer is not connecting to Wi-Fi, start by **restarting both the printer and your Wi-Fi router** to clear temporary glitches. Then verify that the printer is attempting to connect to the correct Wi-Fi network using the right password. Additionally, ensure your printer supports the Wi-Fi band (usually 2.4 GHz) that your router is broadcasting and that the printer is within range without interference[1][2].
If these basic steps don’t help, try the following troubleshooting measures:
– **Reset Network Settings on the Printer**: This can often fix persistent connection issues. For many models, pressing and holding the Wireless button and Resume or Cancel button for several seconds resets Wi-Fi settings and restarts the printer’s wireless module[1][5].
– **Check Router Settings**: Make sure the router isn’t blocking the printer by MAC address filtering or other security settings. Also consider assigning a static IP to the printer via the router to avoid address conflicts[1].
– **Power Cycle Your Network**: Turn off all devices connected to your network (printer, computer, router), wait a few minutes, then power on the router first, followed by the printer and other devices[1][2][4].
– **Use Wi-Fi Direct as an Alternative**: You can connect your computer or phone directly to the printer’s Wi-Fi Direct network (often named DIRECT-xx-HP…) after enabling it on the printer by holding the Wireless and Resume buttons together. The default password is usually 12345678, and from there you can configure network settings via a browser interface[4].
– **Reinstall or Update Printer Software/Firmware**: Uninstall the printer software on your computer and reinstall it. Also check HP’s support site for any firmware updates to improve wireless connectivity[1][5].
– **Confirm Wi-Fi Light Status**: On the printer control panel, a flashing wireless icon typically means it is attempting to connect; a stable blue light means it is connected. If no light shows, wireless may be disabled on the printer and should be turned on[3].
If you follow these steps systematically, it should help restore Wi-Fi connectivity to your HP LaserJet. If problems persist, consult the user manual specific to your model or HP Support for advanced diagnostics[1][3][4].