HP printer setup (Wi-Fi Direct)

For most HP printers released after 2014, Wi-Fi Direct is a connection option that does not require an internet connection to send print jobs wirelessly to the printer.

Print with Wi-Fi Direct (Windows)

Send a print job using a direct wireless connection between your printer and a Windows computer.

1. Get the Wi-Fi Direct printer name (Example: DIRECT-72-HP OfficeJet Pro 6970) and password.

   • Printers with a control panel menu: Touch the Wi-Fi Direct icon or button  to view the Wi-Fi Direct name and password. Or from the Reports menu, print a Network Summary or Network Config page that lists the details.

     

   • Printers without a control panel menu: Print a network configuration report or help page. The name and password are listed under the Wi-Fi Direct section.

     

     To print a network report, use a method that matches the control panel buttons on your printer.

     • Press the Information button .

     • Press and hold the Wi-Fi Direct button  for 3 seconds.

     • Press the Wi-Fi Direct  and Information  buttons at the same time.

     • Press and hold the Resume button ( or ) for up to 10 seconds or until the report prints.

     • HP DeskJet 6000 and 6400, ENVY 6000, Pro 6400, and Tango printers: Touch and hold the Information button  until all control panel buttons light up, and then touch the Information  and Cancel  buttons at the same time.

2. In Windows, search for and open Printers and scanners.

3. Click Add a printer or scanner, and then click Show Wi-Fi Direct printers.

   

4. Select your printer starting with DIRECT in the name and followed by the model name.

   NOTE:

   There might be multiple Wi-Fi Direct printers within range of your computer. Make sure to select the name of your printer in the list to prevent connection and print job issues.

   

5. Click Add device, and then wait for a PIN to print or display on the printer control panel.

6. Enter the WPS PIN within 90 seconds, and then click Next to complete the connection. If the PIN expires, close the Printers & Scanners window, and then follow the same steps again to add a Wi-Fi Direct printer.

   

7. If a Driver is unavailable status message displays after entering the PIN, go to 123.hp.com to download and install the print driver.

   

8. Open the item you want to print, click File, and then click Print.

9. Select your Wi-Fi Direct printer from the list, and then click Print.

Print with Wi-Fi Direct (Android)

Send a print job using a direct wireless connection between your printer and an Android phone or tablet using the HP Print Service Plugin. Complete these steps while next to the printer.

1. Get the Wi-Fi Direct printer name (Example: DIRECT-72-HP OfficeJet Pro 6970) and password.

   • Printers with a control panel menu: Touch the Wi-Fi Direct icon or button  to view the Wi-Fi Direct name and password. Or from the Reports menu, print a Network Summary or Network Config page that lists the details.

     

   • Printers without a control panel menu: Print a network configuration report or help page. The name and password are listed under the Wi-Fi Direct section.

     

     To print a network report, use a method that matches the control panel buttons on your printer.

     • Press the Information button .

     • Press and hold the Wi-Fi Direct button  for 3 seconds.

     • Press the Wi-Fi Direct  and Information  buttons at the same time.

     • Press and hold the Resume button ( or ) for up to 10 seconds or until the report prints.

     • HP DeskJet 6000 and 6400, ENVY 6000, Pro 6400, and Tango printers: Touch and hold the Information button  until all control panel buttons light up, and then touch the Information  and Cancel  buttons at the same time.

2. Make sure paper is loaded in the main tray, and then turn on the printer.

3. On your mobile device, go to HP Print Service Plugin in the Google Store, and then make sure it is installed and up to date.

4. Open the item you want to print, and then tap Print.

5. On the print preview screen, select your printer starting with DIRECT in the name and followed by the model name.

   NOTE:

   There might be multiple Wi-Fi Direct printers within range of your mobile device. Make sure to select the name of your printer in the list to prevent connection and print job issues.

   

6. Enter the Wi-Fi Direct password, if prompted.

7. To confirm the connection, go to the printer and press OK, the blinking Wi-Fi Direct button , or the blinking Information button .

8. Wait for the connection to complete, and then tap the Print icon  on the print preview.

Print with Wi-Fi Direct (iOS, iPadOS)

Send a print job using a Wi-Fi Direct printer connection. Complete these steps while next to the printer.

VIDEO

How to Print from iOS to an HP Printer Using Wi-Fi Direct

This video shows how to print from your iOS device to your HP printer using Wi-Fi Direct. You will learn how to conveniently and directly print from your iPhone or iPad by following a few simple steps.

1. Get the Wi-Fi Direct printer name (Example: DIRECT-72-HP OfficeJet Pro 6970) and password.

   • Printers with a control panel menu: Touch the Wi-Fi Direct icon or button  to view the Wi-Fi Direct name and password. Or from the Reports menu, print a Network Summary or Network Config page that lists the details.

     

   • Printers without a control panel menu: Print a network configuration report or help page. The name and password are listed under the Wi-Fi Direct section.

     

     To print a network report, use a method that matches the control panel buttons on your printer.

     • Press the Information button .

     • Press and hold the Wi-Fi Direct button  for 3 seconds.

     • Press the Wi-Fi Direct  and Information  buttons at the same time.

     • Press and hold the Resume button ( or ) for up to 10 seconds or until the report prints.

     • HP DeskJet 6000 and 6400, ENVY 6000, Pro 6400, and Tango printers: Touch and hold the Information button  until all control panel buttons light up, and then touch the Information  and Cancel  buttons at the same time.

2. Make sure paper is loaded in the main tray, and then turn on the printer.

3. If you want to print web content, such as an email or cloud-based document, open the item before proceeding.

4. On your mobile device, open the Wi-Fi network menu, and then select your printer starting with DIRECT in the name and followed by the model name.

   NOTE:

   There might be multiple Wi-Fi Direct printers within range of your mobile device. Make sure to select the name of your printer in the list to prevent connection and print job issues.

   

5. If prompted, enter the Wi-Fi Direct password, and then tap Join.

   

6. Open the item you want to print, and then select the option to Print.

7. Select AirPrint, if prompted.

8. Select your printer, and then tap Print.

9. If you were previously connected to a Wi-Fi network, return to the Wi-Fi network menu to reconnect to the network.

Print with Wi-Fi Direct (macOS)

Send a print job using a direct wireless connection between your printer and a Mac. Complete these steps while next to the printer.

VIDEO

How to print from a Mac to an HP printer using Wi-Fi Direct

Learn how to print without an internet connection from your Mac to an HP printer using the Wi-Fi Direct feature.

To print with Wi-Fi Direct, the printer must be set up with the HP Smart app or built-in macOS driver.

1. Get the Wi-Fi Direct printer name (Example: DIRECT-72-HP OfficeJet Pro 6970) and password.

   • Printers with a control panel menu: Touch the Wi-Fi Direct icon or button  to view the Wi-Fi Direct name and password. Or from the Reports menu, print a Network Summary or Network Config page that lists the details.

     

   • Printers without a control panel menu: Print a network configuration report or help page. The name and password are listed under the Wi-Fi Direct section.

     

     To print a network report, use a method that matches the control panel buttons on your printer.

     • Press the Information button .

     • Press and hold the Wi-Fi Direct button  for 3 seconds.

     • Press the Wi-Fi Direct  and Information  buttons at the same time.

     • Press and hold the Resume button ( or ) for up to 10 seconds or until the report prints.

     • HP DeskJet 6000 and 6400, ENVY 6000, Pro 6400, and Tango printers: Touch and hold the Information button  until all control panel buttons light up, and then touch the Information  and Cancel  buttons at the same time.

2. Make sure paper is loaded in the main tray, and then turn on the printer.

3. Open the item you want to print, such as a document, photo, or email.

4. Click the Wireless icon , and then select the network starting with DIRECT in the name, followed by the printer name or series.

   NOTE:

   There might be multiple Wi-Fi Direct printers within range of your Mac. Make sure to select the name of your printer in the list to prevent connection and print job issues.

   

5. If prompted, enter the Wi-Fi Direct password, click Join, and then wait for the connection to complete.

   

6. Return to the item you want to print, and then click File > Print.

7. Select your printer, and then click Print.

Reconnect the Mac to your Wi-Fi network.

Print with Wi-Fi Direct (Chromebook)

Send a print job using a direct wireless connection between your printer and a Chromebook. Complete these steps while next to the printer.

1. Get the Wi-Fi Direct printer name (Example: DIRECT-72-HP OfficeJet Pro 6970) and password.

   • Printers with a control panel menu: Touch the Wi-Fi Direct icon or button  to view the Wi-Fi Direct name and password. Or from the Reports menu, print a Network Summary or Network Config page that lists the details.

     

   • Printers without a control panel menu: Print a network configuration report or help page. The name and password are listed under the Wi-Fi Direct section.

     

     To print a network report, use a method that matches the control panel buttons on your printer.

     • Press the Information button .

     • Press and hold the Wi-Fi Direct button  for 3 seconds.

     • Press the Wi-Fi Direct  and Information  buttons at the same time.

     • Press and hold the Resume button ( or ) for up to 10 seconds or until the report prints.

     • HP DeskJet 6000 and 6400, ENVY 6000, Pro 6400, and Tango printers: Touch and hold the Information button  until all control panel buttons light up, and then touch the Information  and Cancel  buttons at the same time.

2. Make sure paper is loaded in the main tray, and then turn on the printer.

3. If you want to print web content, such as an email or cloud-based document, open the item before proceeding with these steps.

4. On the computer, click the Wi-Fi icon , and then select your printer starting with DIRECT in the name and followed by the model name.

   NOTE:

   There might be multiple Wi-Fi Direct printers within range of your Chromebook. Make sure to select the name of your printer in the list to prevent connection and print job issues.

   

5. If prompted, enter the Wi-Fi Direct password, and then click Connect.

6. Return to the main settings menu, and then click the Settings icon .

7. Scroll to the bottom of the screen, and then click Advanced.

8. Under the Printing section, click Printers, and then click Add Printer.

9. Select your printer, and then click Add.

   

10. Open the item you want to print, click the Chrome browser settings icon , and then select Print.

11. Select your printer, and then click Print.

12. If you were previously connected to a Wi-Fi network, return to the Wi-Fi network menu to reconnect to the network.

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