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The HP Photosmart Plus series will not allow other computers to print their documents.  When I try to "install'

wireless connectivity on the printer, I get this messgae, be it via PIN or PUSH BUTTON: WSP timed out.  Please, what do I need to do or al I not doing?

 

Thank you.  Obelixfriend

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Greetings @obelixfriend , welcome to the forums!

 

I read about how your attempt to connect to your wireless network is timing out on your Photosmart Plus printer.

 

I will try to help you!Smiley Happy

 

Please let me know which model of Photosmart Plus you have, and which Operating System you are running on the computer you are wanting to connect and install on.

 

Which Windows Operating System am I running?
Mac OS X: How Do I Find Which Mac OS X Version Is on My Computer?

How Do I Find My Model Number?

 

Thank youSmiley Happy

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Greetings @obelixfriend , welcome to the forums!

 

I read about how your attempt to connect to your wireless network is timing out on your Photosmart Plus printer.

 

I will try to help you!Smiley Happy

 

Please let me know which model of Photosmart Plus you have, and which Operating System you are running on the computer you are wanting to connect and install on.

 

Which Windows Operating System am I running?
Mac OS X: How Do I Find Which Mac OS X Version Is on My Computer?

How Do I Find My Model Number?

 

Thank youSmiley Happy

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Dearr Kudos

Here is the information 🙂

 

Photosmart Plus B209a-m

running on Windows 7

 

thanks ever so much for your time and HELP as I / we (my sister whose printer isn't "doing it"!! ) are computer ignorqnt!  

Merci Beaucoup

Obelixfriend

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Hello again, thank you for responding to me with your printer and operating system info!

 

I would suggest trying the steps below to connect your Photosmart B209a model wireless to your network. I would suggest trying a USB to wireless setup. The guide will help you through the instructions.

 

Click the link, select Windows 7, follow the steps to download and install the printer.

Setting Up the Printer for a Wireless Network for the HP Photosmart Plus (B209a, B209b, and B209c) A...

 

Good luckSmiley Happy

 

 

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Dear Monsieur Kudos

I DID IT. Merci Beaucoup. The wireless now works. But... The black ink now doesn't print 😞 and my sis isn't happy with me. 😞

But merci for your help. Obelixfriend
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Hello @obelixfriend , thank you for responding!

 

I am happy to hear that the wireless is now working!

 

I am not so happy to hear that the black ink will not print now. However, I do suggest that you try these troubleshooting steps that might help! Smiley Happy

Printer Prints a Blank Page or Does Not Print Black or Color Ink for the HP Photosmart Plus B209a, B...

 

I hope this helps resolve the issue! Also consider selecting the "Accept as Solution" button on one of these posts that have helped you!

 

Have a great MondaySmiley Happy

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merci beaucoup for your help! I think that all has been resolved. I have been traveling so haven't gotten back with my sister as yet, but think all is well... MERCI ! You have been a great help!
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Hello 🙂

 

You are very welcome, and thank you for letting me know the issue seems to be resolved. Wonderful news! 🙂

 

If you have a quick moment, please click on the "Accept as Solution" button on my last message here.

 

Greatly appreciated, have a wonderful holiday!

 

 

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