Deskjet 2632 information light flashing - can I use without wifi?

[troopers]

I bought an HP Deskjet 2632 printer second-hand. it was working ok but now won't print anything. The information light is flashing and it says I'm not connected to wifi so it won't work. I don't want to use wifi - I never use it, so can I still use this printer? Thanks in advance for any help.

[Dragon-Fur]

@troopers 

Yes, you can use the printer without Wi-Fi.

If you want to use USB, you'll need to purchase a printer USB cable.

Not expensive and easy to find at your local online store.

Product Specifications for the HP DeskJet 2632 All-in-One Printer (V1N05B)

Connectivity

Ports	1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0
Wireless capability	Yes
Storage device and direct print support	Storage devices not supported

If you want to do so, the printer also supports a form of Wireless that does not require a Router:  Wi-fi Direct

This is a wireless connection that uses the printer's wireless radio to connect to your computer.

This and other important information :

User Guide

Wi-Fi Direct information starts on Page 65

Lots more information at the Wireless Center:

Wireless printing center  > Printer Setup > Wi-Fi Direct

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[troopers]

Thanks for your reply. I am already connected with USB but the information light is still flashing. It keeps saying I'm not connected to the network so the ink can't work.....what does that mean?  I'm lost!!

[troopers]

Hi, it is saying it won't print at all unless I connect to Instant Ink.  I don't want instant ink - how do I disable it?  The previous owner used instant ink. If I don't sign up (which I'm not going to) does that mean the printer is no use to me?

[Dragon-Fur]

@troopers 

I am sorry you are lost.

If the previous owner left the Instant Ink cartridges in the printer,  these will not work.

Once the subscription is terminated, the cartridges lock.

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If Web Services is running, switch off Web Services.

User Guide

Starting on Page 37

"Remove Web Services" on Page 41

Open website:  HP Smart / HP Connected 

Open category How to > Turning On Web Services  (Includes “Turn off Web Services” help)

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Remove the cartridges from the printer, purchase and install a new set of HP ink cartridges.

 HP Store / SureSupply Ink and Toner

User Guide

Starting on Page 53

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If you wish to return the cartridges to HP. ask for an ink return envelope.

Sustainability – Business Systems / Devices - Recycle

HP collects used products for resale and recycling in 73 countries and territories worldwide

• HP Product return & recycling
• HP supplies recycling - USA

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Reset the Wireless to Network Defaults

User Guide  Page 69

Press and hold the Wireless button ( ) and the Cancel button ( ) from the printer control panel
together for three seconds.

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Install the printer software for a USB connection.

Before installing the software, disconnect the USB cable between the computer and the printer.

Open

User Guide  Page 70

Section "Connect your printer to your computer with a USB cable (non-wireless connection) "

OR

Category Software and Drivers

Section Software-Utility

Find the Easy Start Printer Setup Software wrapper to load the software.

Remember to select to load the "full driver".

Also in Category Software and Drivers

Videos

References - Places to learn, troubleshoot, find information

User Guide

HP Printer Home Page - References and Resources – Learn about your Printer  - Solve Problems

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