password for HP color laser MFP 178nw to iPhone

[Stefano651]

i need to know the password for my printer HP color laser mfp 178nw to connect to my iPhone with wifi 

please let me know it asap

many thanks 

Stefano 

[Sneha_01 · Accepted solution]

Hi @Stefano651,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

To connect your HP Color Laser MFP 178nw printer to your iPhone over Wi-Fi, you typically need to set up the printer's Wi-Fi network and then connect your iPhone to that network. Here’s how to do it:

**1. Find the Printer’s Wi-Fi Password

• Check Printer Documentation:
  • The default Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password might be included in the printer’s manual or quick start guide.
• Printer’s Configuration Page:
  • Print a configuration page from the printer’s control panel. This page often includes network settings, including the default Wi-Fi password. You can usually find the option to print this page under the network or wireless settings menu on the printer.

**2. Connect Printer to Wi-Fi Network

• Access Wireless Setup Menu:
  • On the printer’s control panel, go to the Wireless or Network menu.
• Select Wireless Setup Wizard:
  • Choose Wireless Setup Wizard or a similar option to search for available networks.
• Select Your Network:
  • Choose your Wi-Fi network from the list.
• Enter Wi-Fi Password:
  • Input your Wi-Fi network password using the printer’s control panel.

**3. Connect Your iPhone to the Printer’s Network

• Open Settings on Your iPhone:
  1. Go to Settings > Wi-Fi.
  2. Ensure Wi-Fi is turned on.
• Select the Printer’s Network:
  • Look for your printer’s Wi-Fi network name (SSID) in the list of available networks and select it.
• Enter the Password:
  • Input the Wi-Fi password if prompted. If you’re connecting directly to the printer’s network for setup purposes, you might need to use the temporary password or the one found in the printer’s configuration page.

**4. Install HP Smart App

• Download HP Smart:
  • If you haven’t already, download the HP Smart app from the App Store on your iPhone.
• Add Your Printer:
  • Open the HP Smart app and follow the prompts to add your printer. The app will guide you through connecting the printer to your Wi-Fi network and setting up print options.

**5. Troubleshooting

• Verify Network Details:
  • Ensure that the Wi-Fi network name and password entered on the printer are correct and match your home network settings.
• Restart Devices:
  • Restart both your printer and iPhone if you encounter connectivity issues.
• Update Firmware:
  • Check if there are any firmware updates available for your printer that might improve network functionality.

**6. Factory Reset (If Necessary)

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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Rachel571

HP Support