User Guide

Change from a USB connection to a wireless network
If you rst set up your printer and installed the software with a USB cable, directly connecting the printer to your
computer, you can easily change to a wireless network connection. You will need a wireless 802.11b/g/n network
that includes a wireless router or access point.
Before changing from a USB connection to a wireless network, make sure that:
● The printer is connected to your computer with the USB cable until you are prompted to disconnect the
cable.
● Your computer is already connected to the wireless network that you want to connect the printer.
NOTE: If you are unable to set up the connection following the steps in this section, see Network and
connection issues on page 107.
To change from a USB connection to a wireless network (Windows)
1. In the HP printer software (available from the Start menu), click Tools.
2. Click Device Setup & Software.
3. Select Convert a USB connected device to wireless. Follow the onscreen instructions.
To change from a USB connection to a wireless network using the HP Smart app on a Windows 10 computer (Windows)
1. Before you proceed, make sure your computer and printer meet the following requirements:
● Your printer is currently connected to your computer through USB.
● Your computer is currently connected to a wireless network.
2. Open the HP Smart app. For information, see Use the HP Smart app to print, scan, and troubleshoot
on page 18.
3. Make sure your printer is selected.
TIP: If a printer is already set up, you can select it from the Home screen of HP Smart by swiping left or
right and selecting it.
To use a dierent printer, click or tap (Plus icon) on the Home screen, and then select a dierent printer
or add a new printer.
4. Click Learn More when you see “Make printing easier by connecting your printer wirelessly” on top of the
home page of the app.
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