connecting to wireless

[peggylane85]

How do I connect my deskjet 2541 to my wireless internet?

[Nal_NR]

Hi @peggylane85,

Welcome to the HP Support Community. 

I understand that you are facing connectivity issues. I’d like to help!

Make sure, your printer and your device are on the same network as 2.4GHZ only. 

Is it a private (Home network) or a public Wi-Fi connection? Wi-Fi direct? Or Hotspot?
What device are you using the printer with a Windows computer, Mac, Android, or iPhone?

To connect your HP Deskjet 2541 to your wireless internet, follow these steps:

Step 1: Gather Network Information

Make sure you have the following details about your wireless network:

• Network name (SSID)
• Network password (WPA/WPA2 key)

Step 2: Prepare the Printer

Turn on the Printer:

• Make sure your printer is powered on.

Enable Wireless Mode:

• On the printer control panel, press the Wireless button (it looks like a radio tower) to enable wireless mode.

Step 3: Connect the Printer to the Wireless Network

There are two methods to connect your HP Deskjet 2541 to your wireless network: using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) and the HP Auto Wireless Connect method.

Method 1: WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

If your router supports WPS, follow these steps:

Press the WPS Button on the Router:

• Locate the WPS button on your router and press it. This will usually be labeled "WPS" or display a symbol with two arrows forming a circle.

Activate WPS on the Printer:

• Within two minutes, press and hold the Wireless button on your printer until the wireless light starts blinking.

The printer should automatically connect to the wireless network.

Method 2: HP Auto Wireless Connect

If your router does not support WPS or you prefer this method, follow these steps:

Install HP Printer Software:

• On your computer, go to the HP Support page.
• Enter your printer model (HP Deskjet 2541) and download the full-feature driver and software.

Run the Software Installer:

• Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions.
• When prompted to select a connection type, choose Wireless.

Follow On-Screen Instructions:

• The software will automatically search for your printer and configure the wireless connection.
• Follow the prompts to complete the wireless setup.

Kindly find the next set of steps in the next post. 

Hope this helps! Keep me posted for further assistance

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[Nal_NR]

Hi @peggylane85,

Please find the next set of steps below. 

Step 4: Verify the Connection

Print a Network Configuration Page:

• On the printer control panel, press and hold the Wireless button and the Start Copy Black button simultaneously for a few seconds.
• A network configuration page will print, showing the status of the network connection.

Check Connection Status:

• Ensure the network status shows "Connected" and that the printer has an IP address assigned by your router.

Step 5: Add the Printer to Your Computer

Open Settings:

• On your computer, open Settings.

Add Printer:

• Go to Devices > Printers & scanners.
• Select Add a printer or scanner.
• Wait for your printer to appear in the list, select it, and click Add device.

Troubleshooting Tips

• Restart Devices: If you encounter issues, try restarting your printer, router, and computer.
• Proximity to Router: Ensure the printer is within range of your wireless router.
• Firewall/Antivirus: Make sure your firewall or antivirus software is not blocking the connection.

By following these steps, your HP Deskjet 2541 should be successfully connected to your wireless network. If you encounter any issues, feel free to ask for further assistance.

Hope this helps! Keep me posted for further assistance

Please mark this post as “Accepted Solution” if the issue is resolved and if you feel this reply was helpful click “Yes”.