To connect an HP LaserJet printer to Wi-Fi, you generally have three main methods:
1. **Using the Printer’s Built-in Wireless Setup Wizard (for printers with a display)**
– Turn on your printer and access its control panel or touchscreen.
– Navigate to “Setup” or “Network Settings,” then select “Wireless Setup Wizard” or “Wi-Fi Setup Wizard.”
– Choose your Wi-Fi network from the scanned list.
– Enter your Wi-Fi password using the printer’s interface.
– Confirm and wait for the connection to establish; the Wi-Fi indicator will stop blinking and become solid once connected[3][4][5].
2. **Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) if your router supports it**
– Press the WPS button on your wireless router to activate it temporarily.
– Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on your printer.
– The printer and router will communicate, and the printer’s Wi-Fi indicator will show a solid light when connected successfully.
– This method requires no password entry and is quick and secure, ideal for printers without a display[1][3].
3. **Using USB Setup with HP Software** (for printers without display or alternative setup)
– Connect your printer to a computer with a USB cable.
– Download and install the HP printer software or HP Smart app.
– Use the software to add the printer and choose to set up the wireless connection.
– Follow the on-screen wizard to select your Wi-Fi network and enter the password.
– Remove the USB cable after the setup is done[3].
For specific models like the HP Color LaserJet Pro M283fdw, the procedure involves touching the wireless icon on the printer, running the Wireless Setup Wizard, selecting your network, entering the password, and confirming connection (Wi-Fi icon stays solid when connected)[5].
**Summary table:**
| Method | Printer Type | Steps Summary | Pros |
|————————–|———————————|———————————————————|——————————|
| Wireless Setup Wizard | Printers with display or touchscreen | Use printer display to select network and enter password | Direct setup on printer |
| WPS Setup | Printers with or without display | Press WPS buttons on router and printer within 2 minutes | Fast, no password needed |
| USB Setup | Printers without display | Connect via USB to computer, use HP software | Useful for printers lacking displays |
Make sure your printer is within range of your Wi-Fi router and connected to a 2.4 GHz network if applicable, since many printers do not support 5 GHz frequencies[3].
These instructions cover most HP LaserJet models, but checking your printer’s user guide or HP’s official support site may provide model-specific details and troubleshooting help.