To set up **Wi-Fi on your HP OfficeJet Pro 9018**, follow these key steps:
1. **Prepare the printer and network**:
– Make sure your printer is powered on.
– Ensure your Wi-Fi network is active and you know your Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password.
2. **Use the printer’s control panel**:
– On the printer, go to **Wireless** or **Network** settings.
– Select **Wireless Setup Wizard**.
– Follow the prompts to locate and connect to your Wi-Fi network by entering the password.
3. **Use the HP Smart app for setup**:
– Download and open the **HP Smart app** on your smartphone or computer.
– Use the app to add your printer and complete the wireless setup.
– If connection fails, try manually connecting the printer through the app.
4. **Alternative WPS method (if supported)**:
– Press the **WPS button** on your Wi-Fi router.
– Within two minutes, press the **Wireless button** on the printer to connect automatically.
5. **Troubleshooting tips**:
– Make sure the Ethernet cable is disconnected (if any), as it disables wireless.
– Reset the printer’s network settings: go to Setup > Network Setup > Restore network settings on the printer.
– Reboot the router, printer, and your device.
– Check if your router uses dual-band; if so, ensure the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands have different SSIDs, as the printer may not connect if both bands share the same name.
– Update printer firmware via the printer control panel or HP Smart app.
6. **If Wi-Fi setup is disabled or not showing on the printer**:
– Perform a factory reset and reset network settings on the printer.
– Reinstall the full set of drivers and updates downloaded from HP’s official website.
– If problems persist, contact HP Support for targeted assistance.
The above is summarized and compiled from HP community threads with solutions and official recommendations for the HP OfficeJet Pro 9018 wireless setup and common issues[1][2][3][4]. For a visual step-by-step guide, an instructional video walkthrough is also available[5].