HP LaserJet Pro 3001dw Monochrome Wireless Printer User Manual

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The printer does not print, and the computer has a third-party firewall installed

1.

Update the firewall with the most recent update available from the manufacturer.

2.

If programs request firewall access when you install the printer or try to print, make sure you allow the

programs to run.

3.

Temporarily turn off the firewall, and then install the wireless printer on the computer. Enable the firewall

when you have completed the wireless installation.

The wireless connection does not work after moving the wireless router or printer

1.

Make sure that the router or printer connects to the same network that your computer connects to.

2.

Print an information report.

3.

Compare the service set identifier (SSID) on the information report to the SSID in the printer configuration

for the computer.

4.

If the numbers are not the same, the devices are not connecting to the same network. Reconfigure the

wireless setup for the printer.

Cannot connect more devices to the wireless printer (Wi-Fi Direct)

1.

Make sure that the other computers are within the wireless range and that no obstacles block the signal.

For most networks, the wireless range is within 30 m (100 ft) of the wireless access point.

2.

Make sure that the printer is turned on and in the ready state.

3.

Make sure there are not more than 5 concurrent Wi-Fi Direct users.

4.

Turn off any third-party firewalls on your computer.

5.

Make sure that the wireless network is working correctly.

6.

Make sure that your computer is working correctly. If necessary, restart the computer.

The printer cannot print when your computer is on a VPN

The printer might lose connection when your computer switches to a virtual private network (VPN).

The network does not appear in the wireless networks list

Make sure the wireless router is turned on and has power.

The network might be hidden.

Make sure that the printer is within wireless range of the wireless router, and that there are no obstacles

blocking the signal.

The printer operates on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless bands.

Refresh the wireless networks list.

Try restarting the printer.

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