## Steps to Connect Your HP Printer to Wi-Fi
**General Steps (Applicable to Most HP Printers):**
– **Power On and Prepare:** Place your printer within range of your Wi-Fi router, then turn it on. Ensure the Wi-Fi light is blinking or solid (depending on your model), indicating it is ready for setup[1].
– **Access Setup Menu:** On your printer’s control panel, navigate to the wireless or network setup menu. If you’re unsure how, refer to your printer’s manual or on-screen instructions.
– **Select Your Network:** Choose your Wi-Fi network from the list of available networks displayed on the printer’s screen.
– **Enter Password:** When prompted, enter your Wi-Fi password. Make sure to enter it correctly—Wi-Fi passwords are case-sensitive.
– **Confirm Connection:** Wait for the printer to establish a connection. Once connected, you may be prompted to print a test page to confirm everything works[1].
– **Add Printer to Devices:** On your computer, tablet, or phone, add the printer using your device’s settings or the HP Smart app (see below).
**Using the HP Smart App (Recommended for Mobile Setup):**
– **Download HP Smart App:** Install the HP Smart app (available for Android and iOS)[2].
– **Open the App and Add Printer:** Open the app and tap **Add Printer** or **New Printer**. If your printer doesn’t appear, try opening and closing the printer lid to reset its Wi-Fi discovery mode[2].
– **Select Wi-Fi Network:** Choose your Wi-Fi network from the list in the app and enter your password.
– **Complete On-Print Instructions:** When prompted, press the **Information** button on your printer. The Wi-Fi light should stop blinking once the connection is successful[2].
– **Test:** Print a test page from the app or your computer to ensure the connection is working.
**Alternate Method: Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)**
If your router has a WPS button, you can use it to connect your HP printer quickly:
– **Press WPS Button:** Press the WPS button on your router.
– **Activate WPS on Printer:** Within two minutes, activate WPS on your printer (usually through the wireless or network menu).
– **Wait for Connection:** The printer should connect automatically without entering a password[1].
## Troubleshooting Tips
If your HP printer won’t connect to Wi-Fi, try the following:
– **Restart Devices:** Power cycle your router, printer, and computer[4].
– **Check Wi-Fi Settings:** Ensure your Wi-Fi network is working and the password is correct.
– **Reconnect Printer:** Delete the printer from your devices and reconnect it using the steps above[4].
– **Reinstall HP Smart App:** If using the app, try reinstalling it[4].
– **Update Software:** Make sure your printer firmware and app are up to date.
– **Manual Setup:** If automatic setup fails, manually enter your network details on the printer.
## Additional Resources
HP provides detailed guides and troubleshooting steps on their official website. If you encounter persistent issues, consult their support section for model-specific instructions[1].
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**Summary Table**
| Method | Steps | Best For |
|———————–|——————————————————————————————–|—————————|
| Printer Control Panel | Navigate to Wi-Fi setup, select network, enter password, confirm connection | Users comfortable with printer menus |
| HP Smart App | Install app, add printer, select network, enter password, follow on-printer prompts | Mobile users, quick setup |
| WPS | Press WPS on router, activate WPS on printer within 2 minutes | Routers with WPS button |
These methods cover most HP wireless printers and should get you printing wirelessly quickly and reliably[1][2][3].