how to disable Wi-Fi direct for HP Smart Tank 510

[NDQ]

 I am unable to print from my desk top since the WIFI button on the printer is blinking. while I am trying to setup new printer on my desk top my original WIFI network is cut off and becomes HP-Setup<7_Smart Tank 510 , so I am unable to add new printer and hence unable to print from my desk top.

[Gaya1239]

Hi @NDQ,

Welcome to The HP Support Community.  

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

I understand you are to resolve this issue and disable Wi-Fi Direct on your HP Smart Tank 510 Wireless All-in-One Printer, follow these steps:

Step 1: Disable Wi-Fi Direct on the Printer

Access Printer Control Panel:

• Locate the Wi-Fi Direct button or icon on your printer’s control panel.
• On some models, the Wi-Fi Direct light/button might be next to the Wi-Fi button.

Turn Off Wi-Fi Direct:

• Press and hold the Wi-Fi Direct button until the light turns off. This action disables the Wi-Fi Direct feature.

Step 2: Reconnect Printer to Your Wi-Fi Network  Troubleshoot a Wi-Fi connection to an HP printer

1. Restore Default Wireless Settings:
   • Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until it starts blinking. This resets the printer’s wireless settings.
2. Reconnect the Printer to Your Network:
   • Use the HP Smart app on your desktop or mobile device to reconnect the printer to your home Wi-Fi network:
     • Open the app, select Add Printer, and follow the on-screen instructions to connect to your Wi-Fi.
   • Ensure your computer and printer are on the same Wi-Fi network.

Step 3: Use the Embedded Web Server (EWS) Use the HP printer Embedded Web Server (EWS)

If you cannot turn off Wi-Fi Direct via the printer control panel, try the following:

Find Printer's IP Address:

• Print a Network Configuration Page:
  • Press and hold the Information button until the printer prints a page.
• Look for the IP address on the page under the Wireless section.

Access the EWS:

• Open a web browser on your computer and type the printer’s IP address into the address bar.
• Press Enter to open the EWS.

Disable Wi-Fi Direct: HP printer setup (Wi-Fi network)

• Navigate to the Wireless or Network section.
• Look for Wi-Fi Direct Settings and disable the feature.
• Save the changes and exit.

Step 4: Set Printer as Default

Once the printer is back on your home Wi-Fi:

1. Go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers.
2. Locate your HP Smart Tank 510 in the list, right-click it, and select Set as Default Printer.

• Ensure the Wi-Fi button is steady (not blinking), indicating the printer is connected to your home Wi-Fi network.
• If problems persist, restart your router, computer, and printer.

Refer to this document: HP Smart Tank 510 Wireless All-in-One series User manual

HP printer setup (HP Smart app)
 

I hope this helps. 

Take care and have a good day.

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[Gaya1239]

Hi @NDQ,

Welcome to The HP Support Community.  

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

I understand you are to resolve this issue and disable Wi-Fi Direct on your HP Smart Tank 510 Wireless All-in-One Printer, follow these steps:

Step 1: Disable Wi-Fi Direct on the Printer

Access Printer Control Panel:

• Locate the Wi-Fi Direct button or icon on your printer’s control panel.
• On some models, the Wi-Fi Direct light/button might be next to the Wi-Fi button.

Turn Off Wi-Fi Direct:

• Press and hold the Wi-Fi Direct button until the light turns off. This action disables the Wi-Fi Direct feature.

Step 2: Reconnect Printer to Your Wi-Fi Network  Troubleshoot a Wi-Fi connection to an HP printer

1. Restore Default Wireless Settings:
   • Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until it starts blinking. This resets the printer’s wireless settings.
2. Reconnect the Printer to Your Network:
   • Use the HP Smart app on your desktop or mobile device to reconnect the printer to your home Wi-Fi network:
     • Open the app, select Add Printer, and follow the on-screen instructions to connect to your Wi-Fi.
   • Ensure your computer and printer are on the same Wi-Fi network.

Step 3: Use the Embedded Web Server (EWS) Use the HP printer Embedded Web Server (EWS)

If you cannot turn off Wi-Fi Direct via the printer control panel, try the following:

Find Printer's IP Address:

• Print a Network Configuration Page:
  • Press and hold the Information button until the printer prints a page.
• Look for the IP address on the page under the Wireless section.

Access the EWS:

• Open a web browser on your computer and type the printer’s IP address into the address bar.
• Press Enter to open the EWS.

Disable Wi-Fi Direct: HP printer setup (Wi-Fi network)

• Navigate to the Wireless or Network section.
• Look for Wi-Fi Direct Settings and disable the feature.
• Save the changes and exit.

Step 4: Set Printer as Default

Once the printer is back on your home Wi-Fi:

1. Go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers.
2. Locate your HP Smart Tank 510 in the list, right-click it, and select Set as Default Printer.

• Ensure the Wi-Fi button is steady (not blinking), indicating the printer is connected to your home Wi-Fi network.
• If problems persist, restart your router, computer, and printer.

Refer to this document: HP Smart Tank 510 Wireless All-in-One series User manual

HP printer setup (HP Smart app)
 

I hope this helps. 

Take care and have a good day.

Please click “Accepted Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!