To set up an HP printer wirelessly, you can use one of several methods depending on your printer model and available devices:
1. **Using the Printer’s Built-in Wireless Setup Wizard** (for printers with display screens):
– On the printer control panel, navigate to “Setup” or “Network Settings.”
– Select “Wireless Setup Wizard.”
– Choose your WiFi network from the list.
– Enter your WiFi password using the printer interface.
– Confirm connection completion[1].
2. **Using WPS (WiFi Protected Setup)** (if your router supports WPS):
– Press the WPS button on your router.
– Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the printer.
– Wait for the printer to connect automatically. A solid WiFi light indicates success.
– This method does not require entering your password manually and is quick and secure[1].
3. **Using the HP Smart App** (recommended for mobile phones or computers):
– Ensure your printer is powered on and your device is connected to your WiFi network.
– Download and install the HP Smart app on your smartphone or computer.
– Open the app, sign in or create an HP account.
– The app should detect your printer automatically; if not, add it manually.
– Follow the app prompts to select your WiFi network and enter the password.
– Complete the setup to connect your printer to the network[2][3].
4. **USB Setup Method** (for printers without displays):
– Connect the printer to your computer with a USB cable.
– Install the HP software or app.
– Use the software’s wireless setup utility to connect the printer to WiFi.
– Disconnect the USB cable after wireless setup completes[1].
Additional tips:
– Make sure your printer is within range of your router’s wireless signal.
– Ensure you have your WiFi network name (SSID) and password handy during setup.
– Update your printer firmware and HP software for the best compatibility.
– If your printer has trouble connecting, reset its wireless settings by pressing and holding the Wireless and Cancel buttons simultaneously until the power light blinks, then try setup again[4].
Following these steps should enable you to successfully connect your HP printer to your wireless network. For model-specific instructions, check the printer’s manual or HP’s support site.
