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05-04-2018 08:12 AM
Hello
trying to install the wireless comunication.
The router did identify the printer but the computer does not.
also when i tried etheranet conection the computer does not connect to the printer, just usb connection sucseded.
05-05-2018 11:44 AM - edited 05-05-2018 11:45 AM
Thanks for engaging in HP support Forums! This is a wonderful location to converse with the community, get assistance and find tips! I understand you are facing issues while connecting the network printer. Don't worry as I have a few suggestions which should help you resolve this issue.
To provide you with an accurate solution, I'll need a few more details:
Have you recently made any changes on the printer before the issue started?
Have you tried to run HP Print and Scan Doctor?
In the meantime, let's try these steps here:
I would start by checking the installed printer software by downloading and running the HP Print and Scan Doctor. This tool can diagnose and fix many printing and printer software related issues. Please use this link to help you with that information: http://hp.care/2biN2XE
Is the printer connected to the network? Check the wireless light. If the light is steady blue, then the printer is connected to the network. If the light is flashing, then the printer is not connected to the network. Go to Setup - Network - Wireless setup wizard to connect the printer to the network.
Once the printer is connected to the network, then assign a static IP to the printer:
- Obtain the IP address of the printer – You can touch the “wireless” icon on the printer control panel to get the IP address.
- Type the IP address on your web browser to obtain the printer EWS page on your computer.
- Go to "Network" tab - General - Select "Network protocols" - Select "Enable IPv4 only" (or similar) - Apply the settings.
- Go to the “Network” tab – Click on “Wireless (802.11) – Then click on “Network address (IPv4)
- Click on the radio button which says “Manual IP” and then click “Suggest a manual IP address” to give a manual IP address to your printer.
- Click on radio button which says “Manual DNS Server” and under manual preferred type 8.8.8.8 and under manual alternate type 8.8.4.4 (This is Google DNS server address)
Now, try the steps below to install the printer over the network:
- First, unplug the USB cable from the printer if present.
- Go to Control panel – Programs and feature – Select all the HP OfficeJet printer entries and uninstall them.
- Now go to Control panel – Devices and printer – Select all the printer entries and remove the device.
- Restart your computer.
- Open the Run window (Press Windows logo key + R), type “services.msc” and press ok to get services window.
- Scroll down to “Remote Procedure Call (RPC)” – right-click and go to properties. Make sure the service is started and startup type is “Automatic”.
- Now scroll up and go to “Function Discovery Provider Host” – right-click and select properties – Change the startup type to “manual” and start the service.
- Repeat the same exercise on “Function Discovery Resource Publication” as well.
- Now click on this link: http://ftp.hp.com/pub/softlib/software13/printers/oj6960/OJ6960_Full_WebPack_40.11.1150.exe to download and install the printer software.
- Select Wireless option on the connection page and then finish the installation.
For more details, please follow the steps suggested in the support document for - HP Printers - Wireless Troubleshooting
Please let me know if this resolves the issue, or if you require further assistance!
Eagerly waiting for your response!
I hope you have a good day ahead,
And Feel free to ask your queries as this forum has some of the best people in the world available and ready to help.
Regards,
Jeet_Singh
I am an HP Employee
05-07-2018 10:28 AM
Hello Jeet_Singh
Thank you for your quick response.
About the other detail that you reqwested:
I did'nt made any change, I just bought the printer and tried to install it.
I used HP Print and Scan Doctor but with no help.
I'll try later this evening to do what you suggested.
Thank you again
Amit
05-07-2018 12:13 PM
Thank you for replying,
Please take your time and get back to me with the results,
I'll be awaiting your response and would be glad to help.
Feel free to post your query for any other assistance as well,
It's been a pleasure interacting with you and I hope you have a good day ahead.
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Jeet_Singh
I am an HP Employee
05-07-2018 01:17 PM
Hello again Jeet_Singh
I did somethingelse and the printer was intalled properaly.
At first i open HP Print And Scan Doctor, then I disabled my firewall and then the instalation went well.
i tried all the functuion and everything is working great.
thank you for you r time
Amit
05-07-2018 01:24 PM
Thank you for the update,
I appreciate your time and efforts,
I'm glad to hear you found the solution you were looking for.
Thanks for taking the time to let the community know about the solution.
You've been great to work with and it has been a genuine pleasure interacting with you.
I hope both you and your product works great and remain healthy for a long time 😉
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Take care now and do have a fabulous week ahead. 🙂
Regards,
Jeet_Singh
I am an HP Employee