How to Change the Wi-Fi Network on an HP Printer: All the Methods and Error Solutions

• In the application, select Add a printer → Setting up a new printer.
• Follow the on-screen instructions. When you select a network, select the new Wi-Fi network and enter the password.
• Wait for confirmationThe printer will reboot and connect to the new network.

The advantage of this method is that the printer firmware is automatically updated during setup. However, if HP Smart The printer is not detected, try:

• 🔄 Restart the application and printer.
• 📶 Temporarily disable the VPN or firewall on your device.
• 🔌 Connect the printer via USB (if Wi-Fi Direct doesn't work).

⚠️ Attention: Some printer models (eg. HP Neverstop Laser) require mandatory USB connection for the first setup through HP SmartAfter this, Wi-Fi can be changed through the printer menu.

4. Method 3: Reset network settings (if the printer does not see the new network)

If the printer persistently tries to connect to the old network or does not find a new one, despite the correct router settings, it will help reset network settingsThis method is also relevant when purchasing a used printer where the previous owner did not delete the settings.

How to reset Wi-Fi settings:

• 🔧 Via the printer menu:
  1. Go to Settings → Network → Reset network settings.
  2. Confirm the reset (you may be asked to enter a PIN code, for example, 1234 or 0000).
• 🖱️ Via HP Smart:
  1. Open the app → select the printer → Printer settings → Network reset.

1. Turn off the printer.
2. Press and hold the button Wi-Fi (or Cancel + Wi-Fi for some models) and hold for 10-15 seconds, then turn on the printer without releasing the button.
3. Wait until the Wi-Fi indicator (blue/green) flashes - this is a reset signal.

After the reset, the printer will return to its factory Wi-Fi settings. You can now restart it. setup wizard (See Method 1 or 2). Please note: Resetting does not affect other settings (such as print or scanner settings), but may require reinstalling the cartridges in some models.

Printer model	Reset combination	Notes
HP DeskJet 2700/3700	Hold Wi-Fi + Cancel 10 sec.	The Wi-Fi indicator is blinking orange
HP OfficeJet Pro 9010/9020	Menu: Settings → Reset → Network	PIN code required 1234
HP LaserJet M209-M212	Hold Cancel 15 sec.	Wi-Fi only reset, no factory settings
HP Envy 6000/6400	Menu: Wireless → Restore Network	After reset, a reboot is required.

5. Solving common errors when changing Wi-Fi

Even with the right actions, printers HP may produce errors. Let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Error: "Incorrect password" or "Unable to connect"

• 🔑 Make sure the password is entered in the correct case (printers HP sensitive to aA1!).
• 📡 Check the network security type on your router: the printer does not support it. WPA3 or WEPSwitch to WPA2-PSK (AES).
• 🔄 Restart your router and printer.

Error: "Network not found" (even though it exists)

• 📶 Make sure the network is in range 2.4 GHz (many printers don't see 5 GHz).
• 🔍 Enter the network name (SSID) manually in the printer menu.
• 🚫 Disable the function in your router Hide SSID (if enabled).

Error: "Limited Connection" (Printer is connected but won't print)

• 🖨️ Reinstall the printer driver on your computer.
• 🌐 Check that the printer and computer are on the same network (for example, both are connected to TP-Link_5G, and not to different networks of the same router).
• 🔧 Update the IP address in the printer menu: Settings → Network → TCP/IP Settings → Obtain IP automatically (DHCP).
What should I do if my printer is connected to Wi-Fi but won't print?

This is a common issue when changing networks. It could be caused by an IP address conflict or outdated drivers. Try:

1. Remove the printer from the list of devices in Windows/macOS and add it again via Add a printer.

2. In the printer menu, reset the TCP/IP settings (if there is such an option).

3. Turn off the router and printer for 10 seconds, then turn them back on.

If the problem persists, check if a firewall (for example, Windows Defender) access to the printer.

6. Features for older HP printer models (before 2018)

Printers HP, released before 2018 (for example, HP Photosmart 5520, OfficeJet 4630), may not support modern Wi-Fi standards or require manual IP address entry. Here's what you need to know:

• 📡 No WPA3 support: use only WPA2-PSK.
• 🔢 Manual IP configuration:
  1. In the printer menu, select Network Settings → TCP/IP Settings.
  2. Please specify a static IP (eg. 192.168.1.100), mask 255.255.255.0 and gateway (IP of your router).
• 🖨️ Only 2.4 GHz: These printers do not work with networks. 5 GHz.
• 🔌 USB may be required for initial setup through HP Print and Scan Doctor.

For models without a screen (eg. HP DeskJet 1000/2000) changing Wi-Fi is only possible through:

1. Connection via USB to the computer and use HP Print and Scan Doctor.
2. Button WPS on the router (if supported). To do this:

   1. Press the WPS button on the router.
   2. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer for 2 minutes (3-5 seconds).
   3. Wait until the indicator flashes (connection established).

⚠️ Attention: For printers older than 2015 (HP LaserJet P1102w, Photosmart C4780) may be required firmware to support modern networks. Check the software's current status on the website. HP Support by printer model.

7. How to check if you've connected to a new network successfully

After changing your Wi-Fi connection, it's important to ensure that the printer is actually connected and ready to use. Here are three ways to check:

• 📄 Print network report:
  1. On printers with a screen: Settings → Reports → Wireless Network Report.
  2. On push-button models: hold down the button Wi-Fi 5–10 sec. before the report is printed.

  Check the lines in the report SSID (network name), Signal (signal level) and Status (Connected).

• 💻 Ping the printer from the computer:
  1. Find out the printer's IP address (from the report or menu) Settings → Network).
  2. Open Command Prompt (Win + R → cmd) and enter:

     ping [printer_IP]

     For example: ping 192.168.1.105.

  3. If the answer is Reply from... — the connection is active. If Timeout exceeded — check your router settings.

1. Send any document to print (for example, from Notepad).
2. If the printer does not respond, remove it from the list of devices and add it again.

If the printer is connected, but printing is delayed or interrupted, the problem may be:

• 📶 Weak Wi-Fi signal: Move the printer closer to the router or use a repeater.
• 🖥️ IP conflict: In the printer menu, set a static IP outside the router's DHCP range.
• 🔄 Network congestion: Disable other devices that consume traffic (for example, torrents).

8. Additional tips for stable Wi-Fi operation on your HP printer

To avoid connection problems in the future, follow these guidelines:

• 🔒 Use a simple password (without special characters like #@!), if the printer is an older model. Some devices do not process complex characters correctly.
• 📡 Disable automatic band switching on the router (for example, Smart Connect in TP-Link). The printer may "lose" the network when switching between 2.4 GHz And 5 GHz.
• 🔄 Update your printer firmware Every 6–12 months. This fixes connection errors and adds support for new Wi-Fi standards.
• 🖨️ For offices: If the printer is used by several devices, assign it a static IP in the router settings (binding it by MAC address).

If you frequently change networks (for example, transporting a printer between home and office), consider:

• 📱 Portable printers with support Wi-Fi Direct (For example, HP OfficeJet 200), which do not require connection to a router.
• 🔌 USB connection as a backup option (especially for models without a screen).

To diagnose complex problems, use the utility HP Print and Scan Doctor (you can download it at official website). It automatically checks the connection, drivers and network settings.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about changing Wi-Fi on HP printers