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How to Connect a Printer to Wi-Fi

Join a wireless printer to your home or office network before adding it to computers.

Quick Answer

Use the printer's network/Wi-Fi setup menu or the manufacturer's setup method to select your Wi-Fi network and enter its password.

Step by Step

  1. Turn on the printer.
  2. Open its Network, Wireless, or Wi-Fi setup menu.
  3. Select your Wi-Fi network.
  4. Enter the Wi-Fi password.
  5. Wait for the printer to report that it is connected.
  6. On the computer, add the printer through Windows Printers & scanners.
  7. Print a test page.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Many printers support only 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.
  • The printer and computer normally need to be reachable on the same local network.
  • If setup fails, verify the Wi-Fi password before resetting the printer.

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