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Connecting the printer to a network using the Wireless Setup Wizard

Before you begin, make sure that:

  • A wireless network adapter is installed in the printer and is working properly. For more information, see the instruction sheet that came with the wireless network adapter.
  • The Ethernet cable is disconnected from the printer.
  • Active NIC is set to Auto. To set this to Auto, navigate to one of the following:
    •  > Settings >  > Network/Ports >  > Active NIC >  > Auto > 
    •  > Network/Ports > Active NIC > Auto
    •  > Network/Ports > Active NIC > Auto > Submit

Note:  Make sure to turn off the printer, then wait for at least five seconds, and then turn on the printer.

  1. From the printer control panel, navigate to one of the following:

    •  > Settings >  > Network/Ports >  > Network  [x] >  > Network  [x]  Setup >  > Wireless >  > Wireless Connection Setup > 
    •  > Network/Ports > Network  [x] > Network  [x]  Setup > Wireless > Wireless Connection Setup
    •  > Network/Ports > Network  [x] > Network  [x]  Setup > Wireless > Wireless Connection Setup

  2. Select a wireless connection setup.

    UseTo

      Search for networks

    Show available wireless connections.

    Note:  This menu shows all broadcast secured or unsecured SSIDs.

      Enter a network name

    Manually enter the SSID.

    Note:  Make sure to enter the correct SSID.

      Wi‑Fi Protected Setup

    Connect the printer to a wireless network using Wi‑Fi Protected Setup.

  3. Follow the instructions on the printer display.
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