This document is for the HP OfficeJet 8600 Series printer, HP Officejet Pro 8600 (N911a), 8600 Plus (N911g), 8600 Premium (N911n), 8610, 8615, 8616, 8620, 8625, 8630, 8640, and 8660 e-All-in-One printers.
HP OfficeJet 8600 Printers - Wireless Printer Setup (Windows)
To set up an HP printer on a wireless (Wi-Fi) network, connect the printer to the network, then install the printer driver and software from the HP website. When prompted during the installation, select Wireless as the connection type.
Step 1: Prepare for the connection
Before setting up the printer on your wireless network, gather the network name and password, and turn on your router, printer, and computer.
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Gather the following items:
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Network name: The network name is the SSID (Service Set Identifier).
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Network password: The password might also be called the WEP key or WPA security passphrase.
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A computer connected to your wireless network
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Internet access: HP recommends broadband Internet access such as cable or DSL for software downloads, using Web Services, and getting printer updates.
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Make sure the router and computer are turned on, and that the computer is connected to the same wireless network to which you want to connect the printer. Turn on the printer and place it close to the computer and within range of the router during the setup procedure.
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Disconnect any USB or Ethernet cables from the printer.
Step 2: Connect the printer to the wireless network
The Wireless Setup Wizard provides an easy way to set up and manage the wireless connection to your printer.
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On the printer control panel, touch the Wireless icon
, and then touch the Wireless Menu icon 
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Touch Wireless Settings, then touch Wireless Setup Wizard.
The printer searches for available wireless networks.
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Touch the name of your wireless network, then follow the instructions on the printer control panel to connect the printer to your wireless network.
Step 3: Download and install the printer software
Complete the wireless network connection setup through the HP software installation.
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Turn on the printer.
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Disconnect the USB cable from the printer, if necessary. The software installation prompts you to connect the cable if needed.
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If a Let's identify your product to get started page displays, click Printer, type your printer model number, and then click Submit.
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If you need to change the operating system, click Change, select your version, and then click Change.
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Under the Driver heading, click Download for the full software package, or click Basic Drivers for other driver options.
Frequently asked questions
Review this list of frequently asked questions about installing and using your wireless HP printer.
How do I reconnect the printer to my network if the connection is lost or I get a new router?
If your printer disconnects from your wireless network after setup, if you changed your Internet service provider, or if you purchased a new router, you can manually reconnect the printer to your network with the Wireless Setup Wizard on the printer.
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Make sure that the printer and router are turned on, and that the computer is connected to the same wireless network you are connecting the printer to.
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On the printer control panel, touch the Wireless icon, and then touch the Wireless Menu icon.
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Touch Wireless Settings, and then touch Wireless Setup Wizard.
The printer searches for available wireless networks.
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Enter the following information when prompted:
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Your wireless network name (SSID): Make sure to select your network if a list of different networks displays. The printer might detect nearby networks from other households or apartments.
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Network security password (WEP key or WPA passphrase)
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What can I do to troubleshoot network or printer connection issues?
Try these recommendations and procedures to help you troubleshoot and avoid wireless connectivity issues. You can try these tips separately or in combination to successfully get a wireless signal.
Use these recommendations and procedures to troubleshoot and avoid wireless connectivity issues.
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Restart the printer and the computer: Restarting the computer and the printer can clear error conditions.
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Confirm the printer connection and network name: On the printer, make sure the blue light next to the Wireless icon
is on and steady. Open the Wireless network menu to make sure the printer is connected to the same network as your computer.
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Move the printer and router closer together: Move the printer and the computer closer to your wireless router, to within 6 ft (1.8 m). Wireless signals are weaker at greater distances between the printer and the router.
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Manually connect the printer to the network: Many HP printers have a Wireless Setup Wizard on the printer control panel network or wireless settings menus. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect the printer to the network.
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Restart the router: If you are experiencing a slow or intermittent wireless connection, restart your router. Consult your router manufacturer, Internet service provider, or network administrator for instructions on how to restart the router.
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Check the router band setting: Many routers operate in both 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz frequency bands, but not all HP printers support both bands. Make sure the 2.4 GHz router band is turned on and broadcasting. If the router broadcasts separate network names (SSIDs) for each band, connect the printer to the 2.4 GHz band SSID.
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Check your firewall software: Your firewall software might prevent the printer from accessing the computer. Accept or allow any firewall messages that display during the printer software download and installation. You can also configure the software to allow HP downloads and installations.
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Check for obstructions between the printer and the router: Remove any metal objects between the printer, the computer, and the access point (router). Objects such as refrigerators or metal bookcases can interfere with wireless signals.
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Check for other devices that emit radio and wireless signals: Move any devices that emit radio signals, such as microwaves and cordless telephones, farther away from the printer.
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Set the IP address on the printer: Your printer can bypass automatic IP address assignment by DHCP and use any valid IP address you choose. Use the control panel menu to type an IP address that is valid for use on your local area network.
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