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11-15-2025 11:30 AM
I Have a HP Smart Tank 530 printer and up until a few days a go would connect to WiFi but now I get the following message "Cannot us the devices built in networking capabilities because these were disabled" how do i reset this so that it will connect to WiFi ?
11-18-2025 01:56 PM
Hi @Schneider1962,
Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.
That message means the printer’s wireless radio was disabled internally, often due to a network reset or firmware glitch. Here’s the recommended way to restore Wi-Fi on your Smart Tank 530:
Step 1: Restore Network Defaults
- On the printer control panel, press Settings (gear icon).
- Navigate to Network Settings → Restore Network Defaults.
- Confirm the reset. The printer will restart and clear old Wi-Fi settings.
Step 2: Enable Wireless
- Press the Wireless button (or Wireless icon on the display) until the light starts blinking.
- This puts the printer in Wi-Fi setup mode.
Step 3: Reconnect Using HP App
- Download HP app on your PC or mobile: 👉 HP App – For HP Printers, Laptops, and Tech Accessories | HP® Official Site
- Open the app → Add Printer → Follow the guided steps to connect to your Wi-Fi.
- Make sure you use the 2.4 GHz band, not 5 GHz.
Step 4: Update Firmware
Install the latest firmware update to prevent this issue from recurring.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have an amazing day!
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