how to set up wireless printer

To set up a **wireless printer**, the general steps are as follows:

1. **Prepare your printer**
– Power on the printer and ensure it is within range of your Wi-Fi router.
– Load paper and print an alignment page if prompted, to ensure cartridges are correctly aligned[1].

2. **Connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network**
– **Using the printer’s control panel:**
– Access the printer’s *wireless settings* or *network setup* menu (this is often found under “Setup” or a gear/settings icon on the printer’s touchscreen).
– Select the *Wireless Setup Wizard* or similar option.
– Your printer will scan for available networks; choose your Wi-Fi network name (SSID).
– Enter your Wi-Fi password when prompted and confirm to connect[1][3].

– **Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), if your printer and router support it:**
– Press the WPS button on your router.
– On the printer, press and hold the Wi-Fi button (usually about five seconds).
– The printer’s Wi-Fi indicator will light up when connected[2][3].

3. **Confirm connection**
After successful connection, a Wi-Fi icon usually appears on the printer display or a blue Wi-Fi light stays on. You can print a network status or configuration page to verify the connection.

4. **Add the printer to your computer or mobile device**
– On your computer (Windows, Mac), go to *Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners*, and add the new wireless printer from the list.
– On mobile devices, connect to the same Wi-Fi network as the printer, then use the printer’s app or system print function to add it.

This procedure works broadly for brands including HP, Epson, Brother, and others, although steps may vary slightly by model[1][2][3]. If needed, consult your printer’s specific manual or support website.

In brief, power on the printer, use the wireless setup wizard to connect to your Wi-Fi with your network name and password, confirm the connection, then add the printer to your devices for printing[1][3].