Wi-Fi connectivity

[Sosmscott]

Trying to add this printer to our Wi-Fi network. It is old and doesn’t have Wi-Fi connectivity. Which network adapter can I use/ is any adapter compatible and will this work with a usb Wi-Fi adapter? Or does it need to be hardwired?

[Valsimot]

Save yourself time and money and connect it hardwire.

[Sosmscott]

Thanks, it’s my in laws. They got new internet and the router is in the basement. Printer is on second floor. Didn’t want to bore through the floor/ walls or run to the basement from the upstairs office. Would cost more than an adapter to do that. 

[Valsimot]

That changes a lot. You need to get ethernet to wi-fi or USB to wifi adapter to make your printer wireless. Read reviews from other customers on the internet and choose the market is full of these adapters.

[Sosmscott]

Awesome, I figured those would work, but wasn’t sure as I never tried one on a printer. I’ll grab one and try it. Is there any specific setup that needs to happen within the printer settings? Any model specific info would be great. Thanks

[Valsimot]

It's plug and play from the printer's side, the network computer(s) will recognise the printer on a network and you continue the setup. 

[Sosmscott · Accepted solution]

Bought a usb Wi-Fi adapter. Realized the printer has no USB port! Paid the $100 and just got a Wi-Fi network extender with an Ethernet port. Killed two birds and it works great! Thanks for the tips!

Link to extender : 

NETGEAR AX1800 WiFi 6 Mesh Range Extender and Signal Booster (EAX14)

https://www.walmart.com/ip/NETGEAR-AX1800-WiFi-6-Mesh-Range-Extender-and-Signal-Booster-EAX14/200755...