How to change a 2800e printer from direct connect to wireless router connection?

[Harrythedog1]

HP 2800e connection change

[VikramTheGreat]

Hi @Harrythedog1,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.
 

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

To switch your HP DeskJet 2800e printer from Wi-Fi Direct (direct connect) to a wireless router connection on Windows 10, follow these steps:

Step 1: Reset the Printer’s Network Settings

This clears the current Wi-Fi Direct setup:

1. Turn on the printer.
2. Press and hold the Wireless and Cancel buttons together for 5 seconds until the Power light blinks.
3. This resets the network settings and enables setup mode (valid for 2 hours).

Step 2: Install or Open the HP Smart App

1. On your Windows 10 PC, download the HP Smart app from HP Smart - Free download and install on Windows | Microsoft Store.
2. Open the app and sign in or create an HP account (required for HP+ printers).
3. Click “Add Printer” and select your HP 2800e from the list.

Step 3: Connect to Your Wireless Router

1. The app will prompt you to connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network.
2. Select your home Wi-Fi and enter the password.
3. The printer will connect and register with HP Smart.

Step 4: Complete Setup

• Follow the remaining prompts to finish the setup.
• You can now print wirelessly from any device on the same Wi-Fi network.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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VikramTheGreat

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