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10-23-2024 09:28 AM
Hi @Hummingbird95 ,
Welcome to The HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.
I understand you are trying to cancel your HP ENVY 4520 printer at your summer home and activate another printer at your winter home, follow these steps:
Cancel the Printer at Your Summer Home
Open the HP Smart App:
- On your computer or mobile device, launch the HP Smart app.
Select the Printer:
- Find and select your summer home printer (HP ENVY 4520) from the list.
Manage Settings:
- Click on the printer settings or the gear icon.
- Look for options related to your HP Instant Ink subscription or printer management.
Cancel Subscription (if applicable):
- If you have an active Instant Ink subscription linked to the summer home printer, you can cancel it from this section.
- Follow the prompts to complete the cancellation.
Activate the Printer at Your Winter Home
Connect the Printer:
- Ensure your winter home printer (which could be another HP ENVY 4520 or a different model) is set up and connected to your Wi-Fi network.
Open the HP Smart App:
- If you haven’t already, download and install the HP Smart app on your device.
Add the New Printer:
- In the HP Smart app, select “Add Printer” or the "+" icon.
- The app should automatically detect the printer connected to your network.
- Select your winter home printer from the list and follow the prompts to complete the setup.
Reactivate Instant Ink (if applicable):
- If you wish to activate Instant Ink for your winter home printer, you can sign up for the service within the HP Smart app.
- Follow the prompts to link your printer to your Instant Ink account.
Additional Tips
- Ensure Both Printers Are Off: Before switching, make sure both printers are powered off to avoid any connectivity issues.
- Check Wi-Fi Connections: Make sure your winter home printer is connected to the Wi-Fi network you want it to use.
- Visit HP Instant Ink Website: You can also manage your subscriptions by logging into your HP Instant Ink account online.
If you encounter any issues during this process, feel free to ask for further assistance!
Refer to this document: HP ENVY 4520 All-in-One Printer series User manual
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
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A_Gayathri
HP Support Community Administrator.