When you try hp printer install windows 10, then it might get tricker for you. It is because wireless printers are difficult to set up than traditional USB printers. A wireless connection is required between the wireless printer and the computer before you start using the printer. The setup for Mac, however, is easier which we will discuss later.
Adding a network printer to windows
Search windows for settings and open ‘Change device installation settings’, and you need to make sure that Yes (recommended) is selected.
Place printer near wifi router.
Turn the printer on to connect it to the network.
Open the wireless setup wizard from wireless settings.
Select the network name and password to complete the connection.
Make sure your printer is placed at a suitable range of the router otherwise your hp printer cannot connect to wifi.
Search and open Add a printer or scanner.
Wait for Windows to detect your printer and click on the printer’s name when it is found. Click on ‘Add device’ to complete the setup.
If your printer is not found then click on ‘The printer that I want isn’t listed.’ You can go to the window of ‘Find a printer by other options’ where you can select an option to locate your printer and add it.
Adding a network printer to mac
If your Mac and printer are connected to wifi then the printer might be available to you without any setup. All you need to do is follow the steps given below to make the hp printer connect to mac.
Go to File and then click on the Print option.
Click on the Printer pop-up menu and choose the nearby printer on printer and scanner preferences.
Choose your printer when its name appears on the screen.
Troubleshoot printer problems
You need to check for network issues and review setup requirements if the printer failed to connect for any reason.
Check the network connection and move the printer closer to the wireless router and check if the network quality improves.
Sometimes the printer switches to sleep mode which can be resolved when you press the power button or touch the printer touchscreen.
Restart the printer to clear possible errors.
If your hp printer is offline windows 10 then you need to check the printer wireless signal and make sure the light is on.
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