To set up your HP printer on Wi-Fi, here are the main methods you can use:
**1. Using the Printer’s Wireless Setup Wizard (for printers with a display):**
– On the printer control panel, go to *Setup* or *Network Settings*.
– Select *Wireless Setup Wizard*.
– Choose your Wi-Fi network from the list.
– Enter your Wi-Fi password using the printer’s interface.
– Wait for confirmation that the printer is connected[2].
**2. Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) if your router supports it:**
– Press the WPS button on your router.
– Within 2 minutes, press and hold the Wireless or WPS button on your HP printer until the wireless light starts blinking.
– The printer will connect automatically without needing to enter a password.
– Wait for the wireless light to stop blinking or check the control panel for confirmation of connection[1][2].
**3. Using the HP Smart app (on computer or mobile devices):**
– Ensure your printer is on and your device is on the same Wi-Fi network.
– Download and open the HP Smart app.
– The app should detect your printer; if not, manually add it.
– Use the app to select your printer and enter your Wi-Fi password to connect.
– This method works well for HP DeskJet and many other models[3].
**4. USB Setup Method (for printers without displays):**
– Connect the printer to your computer via USB cable.
– Download and install HP printer software or HP Smart app.
– During setup, select “Add Printer Using USB Cable” and follow prompts to configure Wi-Fi settings.
– After setup, disconnect the USB cable[2].
**Additional tips:**
– Make sure the printer is within Wi-Fi range.
– The network should ideally be 2.4 GHz frequency for better compatibility.
– If prompted for a WPS PIN on your computer during connection, cancel it since it relates to Wi-Fi Direct and not the main setup[1].
These are the common, reliable ways to wirelessly connect HP printers, covering most models and scenarios[1][2][3].