Having trouble connecting your HP DeskJet 2700 printer to your Wi-Fi network? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here are 3 easy methods to get you printing wirelessly in no time.
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How do I connect my DeskJet 2700 to a new Wi-Fi?
Method 1: Connect via HP Smart App
1. Download HP Smart App (if not already installed):
- Visit the Microsoft Store and download the HP Smart App.
2. Enter Printer Setup Mode:
- Turn on your printer.
- On the control panel, press and hold both the Wireless and Cancel buttons for 3 seconds, then release them.
- The power button will flash, then stay solid, and the wireless button will start blinking. This indicates your printer is in setup mode.
3. Add Your Printer in HP Smart App:
- Open the HP Smart App on your computer.
- Click the plus sign (+) or “Add Printer” button.
- The app will search for available printers.
- Select your HP DeskJet 2700 series and click “Setup”, then “Continue”.
4. Connect to Wi-Fi:
- Enter your Wi-Fi network password and click “Connect”.
- The app will guide you through connecting your printer.
- When prompted, press the information button (i) on your printer to confirm the connection.
- Click “Continue” once connected.
Method 2: Connect via WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
1. Locate WPS Button on Router (Don’t Press Yet):
- Find the WPS button on your Wi-Fi router. Leave it unpressed for now.
2. Enter Printer Setup Mode:
- Turn on your printer.
- On the control panel, press and hold the Wireless button for 3 seconds, then release it. The wireless button will start blinking.
3. Press WPS Button on Router:
- Go to your router and press and hold the WPS button until it shows the WPS connection process has started.
4. Connection Confirmation:
- Once connected, the wireless light on your printer’s control panel will turn solid blue.
Method 3: Connect via Wi-Fi Direct
1. Turn On Printer and Load Paper:
- Power on your printer and ensure paper is loaded in the tray.
2. Enter Wi-Fi Direct Mode:
- Locate the Wi-Fi light on your printer’s control panel (it might be flashing).
- Press the Wi-Fi button once.
- The Wi-Fi light will stop flashing and a Wi-Fi Direct icon will appear on the LCD display.
3. Print Wi-Fi Direct Help Page:
- Press the information button (i) once to print a Wi-Fi Direct help page with the network name and password.
4. Connect to Wi-Fi Direct on Your Computer:
- Go to your computer’s Wi-Fi settings and select the network name starting with “HP-DIRECT”.
5. Enter Password and Connect:
- Enter the password from the printed Wi-Fi Direct help page and click “Next”.
There you have it! With these 3 simple methods, you should be able to connect your HP DeskJet 2700 to your Wi-Fi network and enjoy wireless printing.