Connect HP Printer to WiFi

1. Connect HP Printer to Wi-Fi with Auto Wireless Connect Software
2. Connect HP Printer to Wi-Fi through Wireless Setup Wizard
3. Connect HP Printer to Wi-Fi using WPS Method
4. Connect HP Printer to Wi-Fi using HP+ App
5. Connect HP Printer to Wi-Fi through a USB Cable
6. Troubleshooting methods for HP Printer not connecting to Wi-Fi

Find out which method best suits your configuration and connect the HP printer to Wi-Fi. Your printer will support at least one of these methods to your wireless network. Contact our experts at 123.hp.com/setup HP Printer Wireless Setup US for any support during Wireless setup.

• You are using Windows Vista, Mac OS X 10.5, or their higher version operating system. Do not use the static IP address.
• Do not use the static IP address.
• The HP printer must be in the HP Auto Wireless Connect mode. Or you can also reset this setting from the printer control panel using the “Restore Network Settings” or “Restore Network Defaults” option.
• Your computer must be wired to the network, and the wireless adapter is under the OS’s control. Otherwise, the printer will not be able to receive the network settings from the computer.

If you meet the above requirements, you can proceed to connect your HP printer to your Wi-Fi network. Follow the below-mentioned steps:

• Unpack your printer from the box, plug it into the power source, and follow up on the setup instructions.
• Install the printer software. Visit hp.com/setup HP Printer Drivers and select the “Software and Drivers.” Now select “Printers” to enter the printer model and start to install.
• Now, select the “Network Connection Type (Ethernet/Wireless)” and choose “Yes, send my wireless settings to the printer (recommended).”
• The software will automatically connect your HP printer to your Wi-Fi network

If your device or network configuration is incompatible with Auto Wireless Connect, you can try the alternative method explained below.

• First, you must know your wireless network or router’s network name and the password to attempt to log in.
• Now, go to the “Network” menu or touch the “Wireless” icon and then go to “Settings” on the printer’s control panel.
• Then, select “Wireless Setup Wizard” here; you will find the complete list of nearby wireless networks available in the area.
• From the list displayed, select your wireless network’s name, or you may enter it manually. But make sure you have entered the exact word shown on your router.

Now, enter your Wi-Fi router password. This will connect your printer to your Wi-Fi network. However, if something goes wrong, you may print a Wireless Network Test report, which will help you troubleshoot the problem.

• Both your printer and the router must support the WPS Pushbutton mode. To ensure it, you can check it from the user manuals.
• The router must have a physical WPS Push Button.
• Your Wi-Fi network must be using either WPA or WPA2 security standards.

Now, if you satisfy the above conditions, we can move toward the steps to get your HP printer connected to your Wi-Fi network.

• On your printer, start the WPS Pushbutton mode. It will generally take 2 minutes to start.
• You may follow the printer’s manual for instructions on starting WPS on your printer.
• Within 2 minutes, you need to press the WPS button on your wireless router until its light blinks.

Now, your printer is successfully connected to your Wi-Fi network and all set to function normally.

• Unpack your printer and plug-in power cables. This will be followed by inserting ink cartridges and aligning the paper tray.
• Now, download HP Smart App from HP’s website – 123.hp.com/setup or the mobile app store. This app is available for download on PC, Mac, Android, or iOS.
• After downloading HP Smart App, it will search your printer. Now, select your home Wi-Fi network and type the password. This will directly connect your printer to Wi-Fi.

This is simple. Now you are connected. Take print using the app from anywhere, even when you are away from home.

How to Connect an HP printer to WiFi through a USB Cable

• To start the process, your PC or computer must be connected to a Wi-Fi network.
• Install the correct and updated printer software on your computer and printer.
• Now, select the “Network” or “Wireless” from the options available and follow the on-screen instructions.
• When asked, connect your PC to your printer using a USB cable at the back of your printer.

After finishing the instructions, you will successfully connect to the Wi-Fi network. Take a print to test.

Weak signal

Always keep your printer nearby to the router for a better connection. Weak signals will make the connection process problematic.

Your printer and computer are connected to different networks.

Ensure the printer or computer is connected to the same network if you are experiencing the connection issue.