hp deskjet 2722 connect to wifi

## How to Connect the HP DeskJet 2722 to Wi-Fi

Connecting your HP DeskJet 2722 to Wi-Fi can be done using the HP Smart app for a guided setup or manually using the printer’s control panel. Here are step-by-step instructions for both methods.

### Method 1: Using the HP Smart App

– **Power on the printer** and load A4 paper into the rear tray.
– **Enter Wi-Fi Setup Mode:** Press and hold the **Cancel** and **Wireless** buttons for three seconds. The power button will flash, then stay on, and the blue wireless light will blink, indicating the printer is in setup mode[1].
– **Download the HP Smart app** on your Android or iPhone.
– **Open the app**, tap the **plus (+) icon** to add a printer. If prompted, select “Set up a new printer.”
– **Follow the on-screen instructions** to connect your printer to your home or office Wi-Fi network. The app will guide you through selecting your Wi-Fi network and entering the password[1].
– **Complete the setup** as prompted. Once connected, both the power and wireless lights should be solid.

### Method 2: Manual Setup via Printer Network Restoration

If you experience connection issues or want to reset your printer’s network settings:

– **Restore network defaults:** Press and hold the **Wireless** and **Cancel** buttons together for three seconds[3].
– **Reconnect to Wi-Fi:** The printer will now be ready to connect to a new network. Repeat the setup process using the HP Smart app or continue with manual steps below.

#### Wi-Fi Direct (Alternative Setup)

If you cannot find your printer while searching for networks:

– **Press and hold the Wireless and Resume buttons** for three seconds to enable Wi-Fi Direct[2].
– **On your phone or computer**, search for the Wi-Fi network starting with **DIRECT-xx-HP DeskJet 2722**.
– **Connect to this network** (password, if prompted, is **12345678**)[2].
– **Open a web browser** and enter **192.168.223.1** to access the printer’s Embedded Web Server (EWS)[2].
– **Go to “Wireless Settings”** and choose the **Wireless Setup Wizard**.
– **Select your preferred Wi-Fi network**, enter the password, and finalize the connection[2].
– **Reconnect your phone or computer** back to your main Wi-Fi network once the printer is online.

### Troubleshooting Tips

– **If connection fails**, try restoring the printer’s network defaults (Wireless + Cancel buttons for three seconds) and restart the process[3].
– **Ensure the printer and device are close to the Wi-Fi router** during setup.
– **Double-check your Wi-Fi password** and ensure the correct network is selected.
– **For persistent issues**, consult HP Support Community or the printer’s user manual.

These steps should successfully connect your HP DeskJet 2722 to your Wi-Fi network for wireless printing and scanning[1][2][3].