What is WPS Pin Code

[Erik1221]

Can't setup my printer without a WPS Pin code. Where do I find this code. I have no idea

[sabretooth04 · Accepted solution]

You don't need a PIN code.   Just run the Wireless Setup Wizard from the front panel of the printer like the instructions say.

[Erik1221]

Thanks very much, but it's strange that the Setup demands a WPS Pin code to continue, and give no clue how to find it.

[MFP477]

It sounds like you have already solved your problem but you can get more info off the web on WPS Pins.  I did a seach on "WPS Pin" and stacks of things came up.  You could also look at "WPS button".  Unless you usually fiddle around with routers and the like you may not be aware of this term.  Developers writing software don't have much time to include explanations on setup screens or write peices to go in user manuals.  They are stretched just to provide the required functionality - and even that can be sometimes a little wanting!  The direction technology is going is to have setup programs do all this stuff or wizards of somekind so the user does not see any of this technical stuff.  Hope this helps.  

[dw987]

Ok I have set up dozens of printers......  But, even after running the wireless set up wizard from the display on the printer I get a message on my laptop and computer asking for a WPS Pin.  The only option is to enter the requested 6-8 digit code or click cancel.  This # is evidently NOT the Direct  connect 'password' that is shown in the network configuation printout.  YES, the wifi symbol on the printer is solid blue and YES the laptop and computer "find" the printer but will not connect with out this WPS pin.  I am running Windows 10 and the printer is an Envy 7858.  How do I get past this screen OR find the correct PIN number??

[mdmax]

Having just installed my 4650 printer, I was searching for the WPS Code to install my wi-fi printer. On the site, I saw the advice from an "HP Expert" who advised people that their WPS Code is on their router. THIS IS NOT THE WPS CODE YOU'RE LOOKING FOR.

The Code is generated on the screen of the printer as you are installing the DIRECT-BC-HP OfficeJet Printer, which is found in your Printers and Scanners section of Settings. This is where it is asking for the WPS Code. and the one you want is in your digital window on your printer.

[mdmax]

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@sabretooth04wrote:

You don't need a PIN code.   Just run the Wireless Setup Wizard from the front panel of the printer like the instructions say.

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Having just installed my 4650 printer, I was searching for the WPS Code to install my wi-fi printer. On the site, I saw the advice from an "HP Expert" who advised people that their WPS Code is on their router. THIS IS NOT THE WPS CODE YOU'RE LOOKING FOR.

The Code is generated on the screen of the printer as you are installing the DIRECT-BC-HP OfficeJet Printer, which is found in your Printers and Scanners section of Settings. This is where it is asking for the WPS Code. and the one you want is in your digital window on your printer.

[bobkrell1]

I am trying to reload my printer

HP OfficeJet 5255 and it wants a WPS CODE??

[Kumar0307]

@bobkrell1, Welcome to the HP Support Community!

If you are trying to connect the printer to a wireless network using WPS method, there are two ways - Push method and Pin method.

If an 'Enter WPS PIN' Message Displays During Printer Setup, refer to this document.

To know how to connect the printer using Push method where no PIN is required, follow these steps:

1. Locate the WPS button on your router, but do not press it yet.

   If your router does not support WPS, skip to the next step to connect the printer with the HP Smart app.

2. Turn on the printer. If the printer is in sleep mode, press the Cancel button on the control panel.

3. On the printer control panel, press and hold the Wireless button  for at least 3 seconds or until the wireless light starts to flash.

4. On the router, press and hold the WPS button for 3 to 5 seconds or until it shows that the WPS connection process has started.

   NOTE: The printer stops searching for a WPS connection two minutes after the wireless button is pressed. If you were unable to press the WPS button within that timeframe, attempt these steps again.

   Once the printer connects to the wireless network, the blue Wireless light on the control panel turns on solid.

Alternatively, the easiest method to connect the printer to a wireless network is,

On the printer screen, go to Setup > Network > Wireless > Wireless setup wizard > Choose your wireless network.

Let me know how this goes.

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