Finding the PIN on my HP M454DW Printer

[MattChao]

I have an HP M454DW printer I'm trying to connect to wirelessly.  When I "add printer" and Windows 11 sees the printer, it asks for the printer's PIN.  How do I find that, especially since I'm totally blind, and can't see the screen on the printer.  Thanks in advance.

[Meghana_10]

@MattChao, Welcome to the HP Support Community. 

Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding the HP M454DW printer.

We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution. We hope our assistance has been helpful! 

To connect your HP M454DW printer wirelessly when prompted for a printer PIN, it's often referring to the WPS PIN, which is needed for secure connections.

Here are the steps to find and use the WPS PIN for your printer:

1. Use Voice Commands or Assistance: Since you are unable to see the screen, you might want to use screen reader software like JAWS or NVDA if you're working on a computer. They can help navigate through menus by reading out loud.

2. Access the Printer's Web Interface: You can access the web interface of the printer through a computer that is already connected. You may need assistance initially to find the printer's IP address, which can be done through your router's web interface or another device that is connected to the same network.

3. WPS Configuration: Another alternative is using the WPS method, which does not require you to manually enter the PIN. You can initiate WPS on your computer and the printer.

   • WPS via Router:
     • Press the WPS button on your router.
     • Within two minutes, press the wireless button on your HP printer or activate WPS from the printer’s menu. It typically allows connectivity without manual entry.

I hope this helps!

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Meghana