How to Connect an HP Printer to WiFi? Follow the Comprehensive Guide

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Introduction

Technological progress has affected every industry, and yours is no exception. Since the advent of Wi-Fi, IT devices such as mobile phones, laptops, and desktop computers have evolved from infrared connections to Bluetooth, and now to ubiquitous Wi-Fi.

HP printers have gotten smarter, and can now be printed to wirelessly via Wi-Fi. No more connecting cables; you can print from your phone, laptop, or desktop computer.

In this article, you'll learn four methods to connect your HP printer to Wi-Fi:

• 1. HP Auto Wireless Connect
• 2. HP Printer Wireless Setup (for both Touchscreen and Non-Touchscreen)
• 3. WPS Button Connection
• 4. Connecting Your HP Printer without a Router

Method 1: HP Auto Wireless Connect

As the name suggests, it automatically connects your HP printer to a wireless network. This means that you don't need any network cables or network setup details (like a network username and password) to establish the connection.

Let's go over how to connect your HP printer to Wi-Fi using HP Auto Wireless Connect.

Step 1: Install the printer software for your HP device (whether a mobile phone, laptop, or desktop) on your IT equipment.

Step 2: Go to the HP Support page, enter your printer model, and download the recommended HP printer software. Then, download the driver and follow the on-screen instructions to install it on your computer.

Step 3: Turn on the printer before running the software. When prompted to select an Ethernet/wireless connection type, choose wireless. Then click Yes, send my wireless settings to the printer (recommended).

Step 4. The printer will take a few minutes to connect. When it's done, click “Finish.” Your HP printer is now set up and ready to print your documents.

Method 2: Setting Up Wireless on an HP Printer

This method is most effective when you cannot use the local network, or if you have changed your ISP (Internet Service Provider) or router. Use the printer control panel to set up wireless printing on an HP printer, and only works with HP printers that have a graphic display.

Also, the process varies if you have a HP printer with a touch screen or without it. Let's first look at the steps for HP Printer Wireless Setup (Wi-Fi) on a touch screen device.

1. Setting up a Wireless HP Printer with Touchscreen (Wi-Fi)

For a touch screen printer, you can connect your HP printer to a Wi-Fi network through its control panel using the following steps: 1. First, ensure that your printer is turned on and ready for configuration. 2. Touch the screen on the printer to access the main menu. 3. Locate and select the "Wireless" option in the menu. 4. Next, choose "Wireless Setup" or "Wi-Fi Settings." 5. If prompted, select "Add Network" or "Connect to Network." 6. The printer will search for available Wi-Fi networks. Find your home or office network in the list. 7. Select your network, then enter the corresponding Wi-Fi password. Be sure to type it correctly, as it is case-sensitive. 8. Tap "Connect" or "OK" to initiate the connection process. 9. Wait for the printer to connect to the Wi-Fi network. This may take a few minutes. 10. Upon successful connection, a confirmation message usually appears on the screen. 11. Finally, test printing from your device (such as a phone or computer) to ensure the connection is working properly. If your printer doesn't have a touch screen, you may need to navigate the menu using physical buttons on the printer and use a USB cable for initial setup. Alternatively, you can use software provided by HP or the CD that came with the printer to set up the wireless connection.

Step 1: Place your HP printer near the wireless router, and then disconnect any Ethernet or USB cables from the printer.

Step 2: Open your printer's control panel and tap the Wireless icon. Alternatively, you can access the Network menu and select the Wireless Setup Wizard.

The Wireless icon on the touch screen printer

Step 3: Select the name of the network you want to connect to, and enter the password (WEP or WPA key) to verify the connection. If your printer does not detect the network, you can manually add the network name.

2. Setting up a Non-Touchscreen HP Printer Wirelessly (Wi-Fi)

Non-touchscreen printers are particularly finicky, because you cannot access the printer's control panel on any screen. You have to use the control panel on your IT device to initiate this by pressing the Wi-Fi and power buttons on the back of the printer.

Continue reading to see how to do this in Method 3.

Method 3: Connect with the WPS Button

If your printer and router both support the Push Button Connect mode of WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), you can connect your printer to Wi-Fi in under two minutes by pressing buttons on each device. Follow these steps to set it up:

Step 1: Place the printer near your Wi-Fi router.

Step 2: Press the (Wi-Fi) button on the printer. For non-touchscreen HP printers, hold down the Wireless button for 5 seconds until the light begins to flash. For Tango printers, press and hold both the Wi-Fi and Power buttons (on the back of the printer) for 5 seconds until the blue light flashes.

Press the Power and Wireless buttons for five seconds.

Step 3. Hold the WPS button on your router for about two minutes, or until the connection starts.

< strong > Step 4. Wait for the wireless signal bar or light on your printer to stop flashing; this means your printer is connected to the Wi-Fi network.

Note: If your computer asks for a PIN during this process, get it from the printer's screen. If the PIN doesn't display, you can find it in the Wi-Fi Protected Setup on your Control Panel. On HP printers with a touch screen, access the Wireless menu from the screen on the control panel.

Method 4: Connect the HP Printer without a Router

For home or small office use, a router might be an essential investment for your printer. However, there is a solution to connect to your HP printer without a router. This is made possible through the Wireless Direct and Wi-Fi Direct features introduced by HP in 2014.

The small difference is that Wi-Fi Direct allows you to connect to the Internet and print at the same time, while HP Wireless Direct does not.

The following steps walk you through connecting to HP Wireless Direct or Wi-Fi Direct.

Step 1: Open Wi-Fi Direct or HP Wireless Direct from the printer control panel. Then, click the HP Wireless Direct icon, or go to Network Settings or Wireless Settings to turn on the wireless direct connection.

Step 2. Connect your mobile device or computer to the HP Wireless Direct or Wi-Fi Direct connection in the same way you would connect to any wireless network.

Step 3: For security reasons, you'll be asked to enter a WPA2 password.

Step 4 Open the document you want to print on your device, and click "File" then "Print."

< ul >< li >< em > Note : If your mobile device does not support printing, update the HP Print Service Plugin app.

Last Words

After reviewing the various methods to connect an HP printer to Wi-Fi, choose the method that suits your router's availability and the type of HP printer you own. The detailed steps provided under each method will guide you through the connection process.