To add a wireless printer to your network, you typically need to connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network using one of the following methods:
1. Use the printer’s control panel (if it has a screen and buttons) to select your Wi-Fi network (SSID) and enter the password in the setup wizard, allowing the printer to join the wireless network directly.
2. Use the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button on both your router and printer to connect automatically—press the WPS button on the router, then on the printer within a short interval to establish the connection.
3. Connect the printer temporarily via Ethernet cable to your router, access the printer’s web interface through its IP address, and configure its wireless settings manually by entering your network name and password.
After connecting, confirm the printer is on the network by printing a network configuration page or checking the IP address. Finally, add the printer on your computer by going to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners on Windows or the equivalent on other OS, and selecting your new wireless printer to install it for use[1][3][5].
Additionally, some printers support Wi-Fi Direct, allowing devices to connect directly to the printer without a router, useful if no network is available[2].
If you encounter difficulties, consult the printer’s manual for specific instructions or troubleshooting steps, and check that your router’s settings do not block new devices[1].