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Pavillion G6 and Hp 5255 printer
Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit)

after 3 days the printer will not connect to my wifi or print wifi direct it's about to meet the bottom of the pool

printer works fine through usb.  

there should be no reason why they don't communicate

time is running out on the printer or my internet provider

help

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@shutterpoet 

 

Voucher codes?

"dormitory style"?

 

I don't know how you will sort out the tangle - for example, voucher codes and "Dormitory style" is outside of my experience for connecting / using Wireless service.  Another Expert / member might understand the context.

 

I can offer the following to get you started...

 

Product Specifications for the HP OfficeJet 5255 All-in-One Printer (M2U75A)

The printer is dual band.

Depending on the router and how it is set up, each bandwidth would have its own SSID network.

Make sure the printer is connected to the correct SSID (network name).

 

The printer does support Wi-Fi Direct (wireless without the use of a router).

If / When you are NOT using Wi-Fi Direct, toggle it OFF on the printer.

 

References / Resources (Places to look for help)

 

User Guide

Chapter 8 - Network Setup - starting on Page 84

 

Lots of information here:

 Wireless printing center

 

Printer  Home Page - References and Resources – Learn about your Printer  - Solve Problems

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