New printer is not detected in wifi network

[Kiran2404]

New printer. Installed smart hp app. But app doesn't find my 2606dn printer.

How to make to detect my printer  in hp smart app? Sothat I can print using wifi from mobile?

[Raj_05]

Hi @Kiran2404,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

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

To connect your HP LaserJet 2606dn printer to the Wi-Fi network and have it detected by the HP Smart app, follow these steps.

Ensure Printer is Ready for Wi-Fi Setup

1. Check network availability: Make sure your Wi-Fi is active and that your phone is connected to the same Wi-Fi network that you want the printer to connect to.
2. Printer in ready state: Ensure that your printer is powered on and the control panel doesn't display any error messages.
3. Restore printer network settings:
   • Press and hold the Wireless and Cancel buttons for about 10 seconds to restore default wireless settings.
   • Your printer should now be in setup mode.

Use HP Smart App for Wi-Fi Setup

Install the HP Smart App:

• Make sure you have installed the latest version of the HP Smart app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

Open the HP Smart App:

• Ensure your mobile device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network that you want the printer to connect to.
• Open the HP Smart app and log in (if required).

Add a New Printer:

• In the HP Smart app, tap on the Add Printer or the + button.
• The app will start scanning for printers.
• If the HP 2606dn doesn't show up, select Set up a new printer.

Follow the Setup Instructions:

• The app will guide you to connect the printer to the same Wi-Fi network as your mobile device.
• Make sure the printer is within range of your Wi-Fi router.

Connect Manually if Necessary

• If the printer is still not detected, try manually connecting it using the printer's Embedded Web Server (EWS):
  1. Find the printer's IP address from the control panel.
  2. Enter this IP address in your browser to open the printer’s Embedded Web Server (EWS).
  3. Under the Network tab, ensure that the printer is connected to the correct Wi-Fi network.

Note:

• Printer firmware: Check if the printer needs a firmware update. Some printers require the latest firmware for compatibility with Wi-Fi networks.
• Reboot devices: Restart your printer, Wi-Fi router, and the mobile device to clear any temporary network issues.

Once the printer is successfully connected to the Wi-Fi network, the HP Smart app should detect it, allowing you to print wirelessly from your mobile.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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