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Hi All-

 

I'm trying to connect my old reliable M177fw to a new wireless network, but when I use the "Wireless Network Setup Wizard", all it does is the printer version of a spinning beachball.  I.e. - it says "Retrieve wireless network information." and has an HP logo with a blue light going around it.  Nonstop.  It never finds any networks.  (It's literally sitting next to my router, too.)

 

I've tried resetting Factory Defaults, unplugging it for over a minute, etc., but nothing works.  Heck, I'd be happy if I could plug it into my computer and set it up for wi-fi using HP Smart, but it doesn't seem like that's an option.

 

Anybody have any suggestions on why it never finds a network?  Has it's old age just finally caught up with its internal network card?

 

Thanks!

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Hi @montydix

 

Welcome to the HP Support Community. Thanks for bringing this to our notice.

 

I see that you are facing issues with your printer. Do not worry, we are here to fix it.

 

I would suggest you please use the link below and follow the steps to resolve the issue. Once done, let me know the outcome of it: https://support.hp.com/in-en/product/hp-color-laserjet-pro-mfp-m177-series/5303438/model/5303443/doc... 

 

Hope this helps! Keep me posted. 

 

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