how do i connect my hp printer to the internet

To connect your HP printer to the internet, you generally connect it to your Wi-Fi network using one of the following methods:

1. **Wireless Setup Wizard (For printers with a display):**
– On the printer’s control panel, navigate to *Setup* or *Network Settings*.
– Select *Wireless Setup Wizard*.
– Choose your Wi-Fi network from the list, enter your password, and confirm connection.
– Wait for the printer to connect to the network, indicated by a solid Wi-Fi light or confirmation message[3][5].

2. **WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) method (if supported):**
– Press the WPS button on your wireless router.
– Within 2 minutes, press and hold the WPS button on your printer or use the printer menu to select Wi-Fi Protected Setup → Push Button → Start.
– The printer will automatically connect without needing to enter a password.
– A solid Wi-Fi light on the printer indicates success[1][3].

3. **HP Smart App Setup:**
– Turn on the printer and ensure the Wi-Fi indicator is blinking.
– Open the HP Smart app on your Android or iOS device.
– Tap *Add Printer* or *New Printer* and follow prompts to select your Wi-Fi network and enter the password.
– When prompted on the printer, press the Information button.
– The Wi-Fi light will stop blinking once the printer is connected[2][5].

4. **USB Method (if no wireless display):**
– Connect your printer to a computer via USB.
– Run the HP software or app to add the printer.
– During setup, configure wireless settings through the app, then disconnect the USB cable[3].

Make sure your printer is within range of your wireless router, the network is on a 2.4 GHz band (some printers do not support 5 GHz), and you have your Wi-Fi network name and password available. After connecting, you can print from your computer or mobile device over the network[3][5].