How to Change the IP Address of an HP Printer

Changing the IP address of your HP printer can improve network connectivity, simplify network management, and prevent conflicts with other devices. Here’s a comprehensive guide to changing the IP address of your HP printer using different methods.

Method 1: Using the Printer Control Panel

To change the IP address using the printer control panel, follow these steps:

Power on the Printer: Ensure that your printer is turned on and connected to your network. Access the Control Panel: On the printer’s touchscreen or control panel, navigate to the Setup or Network menu. Select Network Settings: Look for options like Network Setup, Wireless Settings, or Ethernet Settings depending on how your printer is connected. Find IP Address Settings: For wireless printers, look for Wireless Network Test Report and print it to find the current IP address. For wired printers, navigate to TCP/IP Settings. Change the IP Address: Select IPv4 or IPv6 settings, usually IPv4. Enter the new IP address manually and ensure it’s within the same subnet as your router and not conflicting with other devices. Save Changes: After entering the new IP address, save the settings and exit the menu. Restart the Printer: It may be helpful to restart the printer to ensure the new settings take effect.

Method 2: Using the HP Smart App for Wireless Printers

For wireless printers, you can use the HP Smart app to change the IP address:

Open HP Smart App: Download and open the HP Smart app on your computer or mobile device. Select Your Printer: Click on your printer from the list of devices. Printer Settings: Go to the Printer Settings or Advanced Settings. Change IP Address: Look for the network settings where you can change the IP address. Save Changes: After making changes, ensure you save them.

Method 3: Using a Web Browser

If you prefer to use a web browser, follow these steps:

Find Current IP Address: Print a configuration page from the printer to find its current IP address. Access Printer's Web Interface: Open a web browser and type the printer's current IP address into the address bar. Login: If prompted, log in with the default credentials often found in the printer manual. Navigate to Network Settings: Look for TCP/IP settings or Network Configuration. Change the IP Address: Enter the new IP address you want to assign. Save and Reboot: Save the changes and reboot the printer if necessary.

Notes

Ensure that the new IP address is not already in use by another device on the network. If the printer is on a DHCP network, you might want to set a static IP to avoid changes in the future. For specific issues or guidance with a particular model, let me know!

Keywords: HP Printer, IP Address, Network Setup