Ip address changes on printer

[wd9dui]

For some reason the IP address on the printer keeps changing every few months, this drives me nuts, I have to touch every device on the network to fix the issue. I there some way I can make the IP address permanent on the printer?

[Dragon-Fur · Accepted solution]

@wd9dui 

Generally, yes, you can assign a manual / static IP address to your printer.

Learn more here:

Printing Center > Common Questions > Connection Issues

Section: Improve Wireless communication by setting a manual (static) IP address

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HP ENVY 5640 e-All-in-One Printer (B9S56A, B9S58A, B9S59A) Specifications

Connectivity

Direct print supported	Wireless direct printing; Memory card slot
Connectivity, standard	1 USB 2.0; 1 WiFi 802.11b/g/n
Wireless capability	Yes

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User Guide

Page 62-  Chapter 7 Connect Your Printer

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Example - Might (or might not) be relevant to your situation

Embedded Web Server (EWS) - View / Configure your printer

Open your favorite browser > type / enter Printer IP address into URL / Address bar

Tab Network > Wireless (802.11) > IPv4 Configuration

And

Tab Network > Wireless (802.11) > Advanced

HP_8630_EWS_Network_Static_IP_1

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