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HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M181fw
Microsoft Windows 11

Firstly, this is used printer I got from a friend. Unfortunately, he didn't provide me with USB Cable. I'm trying to set up with my computer. The software installation process require me to make Wireless Setup using USB Connection by connecting my computer to printer with USB Cable. Is there any option for me to complete set up? Please advice, thanks.

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Hi @Iceman07,

 

Welcome to the HP Support Community

 

I understand you need information on connecting your HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M181fw to your PC. Not to worry I will help you to get a resolution to resolve the issue.

 

To answer your question: Yes there is another option where you can connect the printer to Wireless and setup without a USB Cable. Please follow the below steps:

 

Restore Wi-Fi setup mode on the printer

  • Prepare a printer for a Wi-Fi connection by restoring the Wi-Fi setup mode.
  • When the settings are restored, the printer enters Wi-Fi setup mode for about two hours, making it discoverable during the HP software installation.
  • Most printers with a touchscreen: From the Wireless or Setup menu, select Network setup or Settings, and then select Restore Network Settings.
  • Once you restore the network to defaults, then please follow the instructions on this link to connect the printer back to your PC.

Please refer to this document: HP printer setup (HP Smart app)

 

I hope that answers your concern adequately. Let me know!

 

Please click “Accepted Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!


ANAND_ANDY
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Hi @Iceman07,

 

Welcome to the HP Support Community

 

I understand you need information on connecting your HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M181fw to your PC. Not to worry I will help you to get a resolution to resolve the issue.

 

To answer your question: Yes there is another option where you can connect the printer to Wireless and setup without a USB Cable. Please follow the below steps:

 

Restore Wi-Fi setup mode on the printer

  • Prepare a printer for a Wi-Fi connection by restoring the Wi-Fi setup mode.
  • When the settings are restored, the printer enters Wi-Fi setup mode for about two hours, making it discoverable during the HP software installation.
  • Most printers with a touchscreen: From the Wireless or Setup menu, select Network setup or Settings, and then select Restore Network Settings.
  • Once you restore the network to defaults, then please follow the instructions on this link to connect the printer back to your PC.

Please refer to this document: HP printer setup (HP Smart app)

 

I hope that answers your concern adequately. Let me know!

 

Please click “Accepted Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!


ANAND_ANDY
I am an HP Employee

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