How to Connect HP Officejet Pro 8740 Printer to Wireless using Wi-Fi? • • • •
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You can establish a wireless connection using the Wireless option on the control panel of the printer or the network feature in the driver software. Before starting the setup, check if the wireless network is working properly. Ensure that the computer is connected to the network to which you are going to link your printer. While connecting the printer, you will be prompted to provide the network name and password.
The wireless password prevents your network from other devices which are trying to connect to your network. If you did not change the network name or password, change them by using the guidelines provided in the manual. Power up the printer if it is turned off. Wait until the printer becomes idle. On the control panel, touch the Wireless option which is located at the top of the screen. Go to Settings and select the Wireless Settings feature. Tap Wireless Setup Wizard or Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Go through the guidelines on the screen and complete the HP Officejet Pro 8740 Wireless Setup. If you are already using the printer linked with a cable, change the connection type using the steps below. Type the name of your 123.hp.com printer in the search bar and click on it in the result. Go to Tools and select Device Setup & Software. Now select the Convert A USB Connected Printer To Wireless option. Follow the guidelines on the screen and complete the setup.