M203dw Printer Changing WiFi Network/Password

[lilydalekid]

I recently updated Xfinity WiFi Router.  Contrary to expectations set by Xfinity, it was necessary to change both WiFi name and password; simply put we had been using a character in the password that is no longer allowed.

I'm trying to reset up my printer and running into issues where it is:
1. Not being found by the HP Direct App
2. What is found by network is not a HP-Setup network WiFi connection being looked for by HP app but a post Setup network.  I can connect to the old HP Wifi with old password but it will still not connect to the printer.

3. I tried doing a factory reset to start afresh (assuming that it would be possible to get to the HP-Setup network HP app is looking  ... not entirely sure that it worked as the config pages continue to show outdated password and WiFi information.

4.  Using the HP app I have put in the IP address from the config pages and it is still not detected.

5. I do have a Mac configured to the new WiFi reality but no way to physically connect the two devices

I have searched, Googled, tried, beat my head.  If someone has suggestions ... I'm all ears.

Thanks!

[Raj_05 · Accepted solution]

Hi @lilydalekid,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

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

To connect your HP LaserJet Pro M203dw printer to a new WiFi network, follow these steps to reset the network settings and set up the printer again.

Reset Network Settings

1. Turn the printer off and wait for 10 seconds.
2. Turn the printer back on.
3. Restore network settings:
   • Press and hold the Wireless button and the Cancel button together for 5 seconds until the wireless light blinks.
   • This will restore the network settings to default.

Connect to the New WiFi Network

Connect your Mac to the printer's WiFi Direct:

• On your Mac, go to System Preferences > Network.
• Click on Wi-Fi and connect to the printer's network. The network name should be something like HP-Setup-XXX.

Open a Web Browser:

• Open a web browser on your Mac.
• Type in the printer’s IP address. The default IP address should be 192.168.223.1.

Access the Printer's Embedded Web Server (EWS):

• This will open the printer's EWS.
• Go to the Networking or Wireless tab.

Configure the Wireless Settings:

• Select Wireless Setup Wizard.
• Follow the instructions to connect the printer to your new WiFi network by entering the new WiFi name (SSID) and password.

Verify the Connection

Print a Configuration Page:

• Press and hold the Resume button (the button with the paper icon) for 10 seconds.
• This will print a configuration page that shows the network settings.

Check the Connection:

• Make sure the configuration page shows the new WiFi network details and that the printer is connected to your network.

Add the Printer on Your Mac

1. Open System Preferences:
   • Go to System Preferences > Printers & Scanners.
2. Add Printer:
   • Click the + button to add a new printer.
   • Select your HP LaserJet Pro M203dw from the list.
   • Complete the setup by following the on-screen instructions.

By following these steps, you should be able to reconnect your HP LaserJet Pro M203dw printer to your new WiFi network.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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