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Connect your printer

2

Learn about different ways to connect your printer.

Before you begin (Wi-Fi models)

Ensure the following:

Your Wi-Fi network is set up and working properly.

Wi-Fi capability of the printer is turned on. Press the Wi-Fi button

to turn it on.

For Wi-Fi status, see

Wi-Fi status, light, and icons (Wi-Fi models)

.

The printer is in Wi-Fi setup mode. In setup mode, the Wi-Fi light should blink blue.

If not, restore the printer network settings. See

Restore original factory defaults and settings

.

The printer and the devices that use the printer are on the same network (subnet).

While connecting the printer, you might be prompted to enter the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and a Wi-Fi

password.

SSID is the name of your Wi-Fi network.

The Wi-Fi password prevents other people from connecting to your Wi-Fi network without your

permission. Depending on the level of security required, your Wi-Fi network might use either a WPA

passphrase or WEP key.

If you have not changed the network name or the security passkey since setting up your Wi-Fi network,

you might find them on the back or side of the wireless router.

If you cannot find or remember your network credentials, see the documentation provided with your

computer or with the wireless router; or contact your network administrator or the person who set up the

Wi-Fi network.

NOTE:

To resolve network connection issues, see

Fix network connection issues

.

Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi network using HP Smart (Wi-Fi

models)

Install the HP Smart app on your computer or mobile device and use the app to set up or connect the printer to

your Wi-Fi network.

For information on HP Smart, see

Use the HP Smart app to print, scan, and manage

.

1.

Make sure your computer or mobile device is connected to your Wi-Fi network. On your device, turn on

Bluetooth and/or location services.

NOTE:

HP Smart uses Bluetooth for printer setup. It does not support print using Bluetooth.

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