To hook up your HP printer to Wi-Fi, follow these common methods:
1. **Using the HP Smart App** (works for most HP DeskJet models):
– Ensure your printer is powered on and paper is loaded.
– Verify your phone or computer is connected to the desired Wi-Fi network.
– Download and install the **HP Smart app** on your phone or computer.
– Open the app and sign in or create an HP account.
– The app should detect your printer; if not, add it manually by tapping the “+” and selecting your printer.
– Go to **Settings > Printer Settings > Network Setup**.
– Select your Wi-Fi network and enter the password.
– Tap **Connect** to complete setup.
– Your printer is now connected, enabling wireless printing[1][3].
2. **Using the Printer’s Wireless Setup Menu**:
– Place the printer near your Wi-Fi router.
– Power on the printer and access its wireless setup (usually by pressing the Wireless or Settings button on the printer).
– Choose your Wi-Fi network from the displayed list.
– Enter your Wi-Fi password when prompted.
– Wait for the printer to connect and confirm by printing a test page[2].
3. **Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)** (if your router and printer support it):
– Press the WPS button on your router.
– Within two minutes, press and hold the Wireless button on the printer until the light blinks.
– The printer will connect automatically without needing to enter a password[2].
4. **Resetting Network on Printer (if switching networks)**:
– Press and hold the Wireless and Cancel buttons simultaneously until the power light blinks.
– The printer restarts and the wireless light begins blinking.
– Then follow steps above to reconnect to a new Wi-Fi network[4].
These methods are generally applicable to HP wireless printers such as DeskJet and ENVY models. For a smoother experience, use the **HP Smart app**, which guides you through the setup easily with your mobile device or computer[1][3].
If you have a specific model, minor differences may exist, but the above covers the typical approach to connect an HP printer to Wi-Fi.