To connect your printer to Wi-Fi, you generally have three main methods:
1. **Using the printer’s touchscreen or control panel to connect manually:**
– On the printer, go to the Setup or Network menu.
– Select the Wireless Setup Wizard or Wi-Fi Setup option.
– Choose your Wi-Fi network (SSID) from the list.
– Enter your Wi-Fi password.
– Once entered, the printer will attempt to connect to your wireless network.
– After successful connection, the printer may show a confirmation message[1][5].
2. **Using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button:**
– Make sure your router has a WPS button.
– Put the printer in WPS connection mode, usually by holding the Wireless button on the printer until the light blinks.
– Press the WPS button on your router within two minutes.
– The printer will automatically detect and connect to the network without needing the password.
– Once connected, the wireless light on the printer will stop blinking or display confirmation[1][3][5].
3. **Using an Ethernet cable and web interface (less common method):**
– Connect the printer to your router via Ethernet cable.
– Access the printer’s IP address in a web browser.
– Navigate to Wireless settings and enter your Wi-Fi network details.
– Save settings and disconnect Ethernet once Wi-Fi is connected[1].
**Additional tips:**
– Ensure your printer is within range of your Wi-Fi router.
– After connecting, print a network configuration page from the printer’s menu to verify connection details like IP address[1].
– If you face issues, consult your printer’s manual or manufacturer support for model-specific instructions[1][4].
– For HP printers, software installation on your computer or mobile device might be needed after network connection to enable full printing functionality[3].
This overall procedure applies to most popular printer brands such as HP, Epson, Canon, and Brother, although exact button names or menu paths may vary slightly.