Can't use Deskjet 2820e without internet.

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How do I use the printer without it appearing to everybody else in the building?

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It should be printed on the box. "You cannot do anything without internet access."

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@Dragon-Fur

Thank you for providing all the information I already know. i can use Wi-Fi Direct but it shows up publicly on every PC, mac and android device within wireless range. I should be able to use Wi-Fi directed without it appearing to devices other than those I enter the name into. Like my mobile I should be able to create a hidden name and connect to it from a device where I have entered that name and no other device ever sees the name.Wi-Fi Direct advertises itself as if I'm trying to set up a printer for everyone in the area where I live.

Using USB is fine but without allowing the printer to talk to HP.com I would be paying fortunes for the Ink. The discounted InstantInk process complained that my printer was turned off. I don't leave it on all the time. This is not some public facility.

I can print from all apps on my PC without anything other than the HP Smart installed. I don't even start HP Smart unless I am scanning.

Your response provides nothing I didn't already know. Expert? Clearly expert at typing the info that is already publicly available.

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Right - nothing to see here.

I think I did not understand that I cannot add to what you already know.

I shall withdraw to make room for someone who can help.

Thank you for participating in the HP Community --

People who own, use, and support HP devices.

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My apologies.