Will HP Easy Smart help to setup a HP printer for wi-fi

[wynford]

Will HP Easy Smart help to setup a HP printer for wi-fi and for HP Smart? HP Smart sets up my printer wired but not wirelessly

[Dragon-Fur]

@wynford 

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I am surprised HP Smart works at all -- the printer is not supported in Windows 11.

At least in Windows 10, the Windows Built-in Print Driver might be installed.

Reference:  Software and drivers for HP Photosmart e-All-in-One Printer - D110a 

Selected Operating System = Windows

Version = Windows 11

No, "Easy Smart" won't configure your printer.

If you are referring to the "Easy Start" software, it works on a supported version of Windows for a supported printer, and does require an Internet connection to find and install (supported) printer software.

The printer no longer supports Web Services (Internet connection).

There is no printer software available for Windows 11 and this printer.

Reference:  Home Page - HP Easy Start

If the printer works at all, then use what is working.

Reference / Resources

Windows 10 compatible HP printers

Windows 11 Printers

Windows 11 compatible HP printers

Relevant to Windows 10

Old driver is Gone

We see occasional questions about older printers for which the software installation packages cannot be found for current or past versions of Windows.

The software for this printer is no longer listed as available from HP.

When available for the printer and a supported version of Windows, install the Windows print drivers.

Reference here:

HP Printers - Installing and Using the Windows Built-in Print Driver

Scan? See Section FAQ > How do I use the printer functions with the built-in driver?

Scan your documents and photos:

Complete your scan jobs with a Windows app that works with the built-in driver.

Examples

Windows Fax and Scan: In Windows, search for and open Windows Fax and Scan. Click New Scan, and then select your printer.

Windows Paint: In Windows, search for and open Paint. Click FileFrom scanner or camera.

Windows Scan app: In Windows, search for and open the Windows Scan app. If it is not listed, go to Windows Scan (in English) to install it.

Troubleshooting for installing the Built-in Print Driver

HP printers - Windows built-in driver fails to install

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HP Smart - Windows - Application

HP Smart is an application available in the Microsoft Store

OR

Open the Homepage / Support Website for your printer

Category Software and Drivers > Check/ Get the App

>>> How to Use >>> HP printer setup (HP Smart app)

>>> Terms of Use >>>  HP Smart – formally HP Connected – Services Terms of Use

NOTES: 

• Read the Terms of Use document to understand the conditions of using HP Smart products.  For example, in the HP Smart application, find the ToU link in HP Smart > Settings (gear) > About > Click on the link for Terms of Use
• Read FAQ - including - What are the requirements to set up a printer using the HP Smart app?
• If using VPN >>Disconnect from Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection before downloading.
• Turn on Wi-Fi on your computer or mobile device and connect to your network. If the computer is connected to the network with an Ethernet cable, temporarily disconnect the cable and use the Wi-Fi connection during the setup.
• Enable Bluetooth for an HP Smart app setup: Enable Bluetooth on your computer or mobile device so that HP Smart can detect the printer during the setup.  Source: How to scan with an HP printer > FAQ > Why can't I connect my wireless printer or scan over the network?
• HP Smart requires that you sign into the application using your HP Account credentials.
• When working through a browser to access HP Smart, be sure you have Cookies enabled.  If cookies are enabled and you are having trouble, clear Cache and Cookies.   And / Or … Try a different browser – assign that browser as the Default. (Note:  Chrome not working?  Use / Assign a different default browser.)
• Where possible, HP Smart benefits (likes) having the Full Feature Software / full driver printer software installed.  For example, full driver provides access to Shortcuts and Printing Preferences.
• “Share” to email – Before using Share, add your sender email address to the Windows Mail application

• Document includes the HP Smart application download links for Windows and Mobile devices, plus an FAQ section to assist with questions / issues.
  •  FAQ examples: 
    • What are the requirements to use the HP Smart app?
    • Which printers are compatible with the HP Smart app?
    • Why do I need to sign in or create an account to use the HP Smart app features?
    • Which languages does the HP Smart app support?
  • Older versions of the HP Smart app no longer support the required login feature.
  • Update the application to the latest version to access / use HP Smart

Help Here:  Unable to download and install the HP Smart printer app

and

Check / Update  >> Every device (computer(s) and mobile) where HP Smart is installed should be running the latest version of the HP Smart application available for that device platform (Operating System / Version).

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HP Printer Home Page - References and Resources

Learn about your Printer  - Solve Problems

“Things that are your printer”

When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic

NOTE:  Content depends on device type and Operating System

Categories:  Alerts, Access to the Print and Scan Doctor (Windows), Warranty Check, HP Drivers / Software / Firmware Updates, How-to Videos, Bulletins/Notices, Lots of How-to Documents, Troubleshooting, Manuals > User Guides, Product Information (Specifications), Supplies, and more

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[wynford]

wow!!! I didn't expect an essay... it's what I sort of figured incompatible older drivers... at least everything works with Windows default drivers and wired. I still have my originals drivers and full software for the printer, but basically it won't connect wirelessly... guess it's time for a new printer as the HP Photosmart e-All-in-One Printer - D110a is at least 9-10 years old and never had a problem... I just wish HP still made printers in black as I think white gets dirty too fast.

Thanks

[Dragon-Fur]

@wynford 

You are welcome.

Just your luck -- Dragon does tend to wordiness on occasion - OK, most of the time...

For every question there are many readers -- perhaps the verbiage is useful that context.

I do agree - life will be easier with a newer printer.

Do read, compare, and then compare features again -- The lower end printers are less expensive for a reason.

Start with the top of the line -- read what the "best" can do and then move down to your budge line and what you can live without.

Good Luck.

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[wynford]

I don't need a $200 plus printer for occasional printing, scanning or copying at home... I'm not a heavy user... as long as it prints, scans and copies and wirelessly (so I don't have cables on my desk)... I'm happy... I think I paid somewhere around $50 for the photosmart... I got good use out of it

[Dragon-Fur]

@wynford 

Understood.

Never purchase more than you want or need.

"All Good", then.

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[wynford]

Why doesn't HP make all black printers anymore... ?

[Dragon-Fur]

@wynford 

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@wynford wrote:

Why doesn't HP make all black printers anymore... ?

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I have no idea.

Black plastic is harder to recycle, black plastic is more expensive, shows dirt, people don't like it??

"Must be black"

Throw a cover over the printer -- like a toaster cover -- no more dirty printer. 

Just checked ...

Amazon and other merchants sell "duster" covers for printers...

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[wynford]

Never knew they made printer covers... I'll have to check it out when I get a new printer

So I guess I should use that compatible windows 11 link when I go printer shopping