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[mshrmp1]

Trying to get the 8210 OfficeJet Pro to be recognized by a Thinkcentre computer. The printer is connected to the wifi and prints, but the computer doesn't see the printer.... Any suggestions?

[Dragon-Fur]

@mshrmp1 

Welcome to the HP Community --

"ThinkCentre" appears to be a Lenovo Desktop.

Perhaps running Windows.

Much of the following is relevant to Windows.

Check that the printer is able to connect to the network -- and stay connected.

The printer Wireless supports 2.4GHz

and

Consider installing / reinstalling the Full Feature Software / full driver printer software

Two Sections

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1)  Offline Condition

Although the printer appears to be switched on, it does not communicate with other devices on your network.

Offline - Known solutions, presented in the order to be completed / considered

  HP printer is offline or not responding - Windows / Mac  

See Section “Advanced Troubleshooting” > Solutions specific to Windows / MacOS / HP Smart (Printer Unavailable)

And...

• Change the connection type to TCP/IP
• Assign a manual / static IP address to the printer on both printer and router
• Check that your Firewall and / or Security Software are not blocking critical parts of the installation
• Make sure all Alerts and Notifications are switched on - this is important to catch any messages that might be issued by the printer software installation process. 
• Make sure router is updated with the latest firmware

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Dual Band Network

If you are running a Dual Band Network (for example,

If your router supports it,

 Create a separate SSID named network for each frequency (5GHz and 2.4GHz).

and

 Connect the printer to the SSID network on the frequency / band you want it to use.

Reminder:  Some Printers only support connections using 2.4GHz.

In general,

• 2.4GHz is less fussy about obstacles and supports a longer distance between router and device (printer)
• 5GHz is faster

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Dual Band Network / considerations

Easy to read articles on the subject of different Wireless standards

Wi-Fi 1 - 7

 SignalBoosters - What are IEEE 802.11 Standards? : 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax

 SignalBoosters - The 802.11ac WiFi Standard Explained

And

 Lifewire - 802.11 Standards Explained: 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11b/g/n, 802.11a

802.11 Frequency

Standard Band

11a 5 GHz

11b 2.4 GHz

11g 2.4 GHz

11n 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz

11ac 5 GHz

 How to Change Wi-Fi Channels on Your Router

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2) Remove / Install the full driver printer software

Video - Install Full Feature Software

 HP Officejet Pro 8025 | 8020 | 8035: Download and install full software solution (updated Feb2021)

and / or...

Printer - Full Feature Software - Install

If you have not done so, consider

• HP Full Feature Software / Full Driver printer software - supports printing and scanning from the web, printing in in other software and programs (for example, Word), and provides access to the full range of Printing Preferences / Shortcuts.  The full driver adds at least two shortcuts to the Desktop:  Printer Assistant and HP Scan.  If the printer model includes built-in Fax hardware, the software supports the setup and use of the Fax driver.  No Sign-in required.

If the full driver printer software is (already) installed but not working,

• Uninstall any printer software from Control Panel > icon view > Programs and Features
• Restart the computer and sign in.

Next,

• Check (for the Printer) in Devices and Printers  > If found, Right-Click Printer and Remove -- If any changes are made, that is, you remove anything, Restart the computer and sign in.

Next,

• If using a printer USB cable between the printer and the computer, disconnect the cable before installing the printer software.

• Download and Save the Full Feature Software installation package or the Easy Start Software

Details Page - Driver - For your Printer

>>> Full Feature Software - Web Pack Installation Package - Information - Download  <<<

HP OfficeJet Pro 8210 Print and Scan Driver and Accessories 

Installation

• Open File Explorer
• Navigate to the folder in which you saved the installation file  (likely Downloads)
• Right-Click on the installation package and “Run as Administrator”
• If using a printer USB cable between the printer and the computer, connect the cable when instructed (near the end of the installation).
• After the software is installed, Restart the computer and log in

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The installation of the full driver adds at least two shortcuts to the Desktop:  

Printer Assistant 

HP Scan

Example - Windows - Full Feature Software - Installed in Programs and Features

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References / Resources / How-to

User Guide - HP OfficeJet Pro 8210  

Printer Specifications for HP OfficeJet Pro 8210 Printers

Connection method	Requirement
Wired (Ethernet)	Yes
Wireless	Ultra 802.11b/g
USB	Hi-speed 2.0 USB
Wi-Fi Direct	Wireless network
HP All-in-One Printer Remote mobile app	Wireless network

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HP Printer Home Page - References and Resources

Learn about your Printer  - Solve Problems

“Things that are your printer”

When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic

NOTE:  Content depends on device type and Operating System

Categories:  Alerts, Access to the Print and Scan Doctor (Windows), Warranty Check, HP Drivers / Software / Firmware Updates, How-to Videos, Bulletins/Notices, Lots of How-to Documents, Troubleshooting, Manuals > User Guides, Product Information (Specifications), Supplies, and more

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[mshrmp1]

Thank you... it didn't dawn on me about the different bands for the internet.....

[Dragon-Fur]

@mshrmp1 

You are welcome.

Let us know how it goes.

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