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Contents 1 Manage the printer on a network 3 HP Report page...3 Embedded Web server (EWS 6 Change wireless security settings 7 Configure the printer for a software firewall 8 Reset the printer to factory default settings 10 2 Troubleshoot a wireless connection 13 During software installation 13 After software installation 17 SecureEasySetup setup errors 18 3 Troubleshoot an Ethernet connection 21 During installation 21 After software installation 23 Network Guide 1
Contents 1 Manage the printer on a network 3 HP Report page...3 Embedded Web server (EWS 6 Change wireless security settings 7 Configure the printer for a software firewall 8 Reset the printer to factory default settings 10 2 Troubleshoot a wireless connection 13 During software installation 13 After software installation 17 SecureEasySetup setup errors 18 3 Troubleshoot an Ethernet connection 21 During installation 21 After software installation 23 Network Guide 1
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...printer is not connected to a network. If the printer has just been connected to a network, wait a few minutes before printing the HP Report page to allow the printer to a wireless network. ● Disabled: The printer is powered on a network. The type of network the printer is connected to: ● ...Wired: The printer is connected to an Ethernet network. ● Wireless: The printer is connected to obtain valid settings. Print an HP Report page To print an HP Report page, verify that you manage the printer on and idle, and then press the Report Page...
...printer is not connected to a network. If the printer has just been connected to a network, wait a few minutes before printing the HP Report page to allow the printer to a wireless network. ● Disabled: The printer is powered on a network. The type of network the printer is connected to: ● ...Wired: The printer is connected to an Ethernet network. ● Wireless: The printer is connected to obtain valid settings. Print an HP Report page To print an HP Report page, verify that you manage the printer on and idle, and then press the Report Page...
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...'s subnet mask. This name is not required. Chapter 1 (continued) Item Meaning URL The address to use in order to the printer's wireless connection: 4 HP Deskjet 6980 series Link Config The network link configuration: ● 802.11 ● 10T-Full ● 10T-Half ● 100TX-Full ●... 100TX-Half 802.11 wireless The 802.11 wireless information applies only to open the printer's embedded Web server. This setting does not apply...
...'s subnet mask. This name is not required. Chapter 1 (continued) Item Meaning URL The address to use in order to the printer's wireless connection: 4 HP Deskjet 6980 series Link Config The network link configuration: ● 802.11 ● 10T-Full ● 10T-Half ● 100TX-Full ●... 100TX-Half 802.11 wireless The 802.11 wireless information applies only to open the printer's embedded Web server. This setting does not apply...
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... Channel One of several pre-set frequencies at which the printer is set. (SSID) Signal Strength (1-5 highest) The strength of the Wireless Access Point (WAP) for small networks. ● None: No authentication is disabled. The number of WPA for the printer's network....enabled devices communicate in use. Item Meaning Wireless Status The printer's wireless network status: ● Connected: The printer is connected to the wireless network. ● Disconnected: The printer is not connected to the wireless network. ● Disabled: The wireless radio is off and the printer is ...
... Channel One of several pre-set frequencies at which the printer is set. (SSID) Signal Strength (1-5 highest) The strength of the Wireless Access Point (WAP) for small networks. ● None: No authentication is disabled. The number of WPA for the printer's network....enabled devices communicate in use. Item Meaning Wireless Status The printer's wireless network status: ● Connected: The printer is connected to the wireless network. ● Disconnected: The printer is not connected to the wireless network. ● Disabled: The wireless radio is off and the printer is ...
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... Check estimated ink levels in the print cartridges. ● View network statistics. ● Configure the printer's wireless security settings. ● Configure Bluetooth settings. ● Visit HP's Web site for support information and to occur in the printer PictBridge function since the printer was last turned on... the PictBridge connection. Before using the printer's internal Web page, verify that you can be requested by HP Service and Support. The EWS provides a simple way to the network. 6 HP Deskjet 6980 series This item might be problematic depending on the same subnet.
... Check estimated ink levels in the print cartridges. ● View network statistics. ● Configure the printer's wireless security settings. ● Configure Bluetooth settings. ● Visit HP's Web site for support information and to occur in the printer PictBridge function since the printer was last turned on... the PictBridge connection. Before using the printer's internal Web page, verify that you can be requested by HP Service and Support. The EWS provides a simple way to the network. 6 HP Deskjet 6980 series This item might be problematic depending on the same subnet.
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Network Guide 7 Press the printer Report Page button to print an HP Report page. 2. If either of the computer. Use Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher, Netscape 4.75 or higher, or Safari 1.0 or higher. 4. Note Verify the printer ... URL in the browser address box, and then press Enter. Find the printer URL (IP address) on the HP Report page. Change wireless security settings If you change the wireless security settings for the wireless network, you must reconfigure the printer with the new settings. Follow these conditions is something other than http://0.0.0.0 and...
Network Guide 7 Press the printer Report Page button to print an HP Report page. 2. If either of the computer. Use Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher, Netscape 4.75 or higher, or Safari 1.0 or higher. 4. Note Verify the printer ... URL in the browser address box, and then press Enter. Find the printer URL (IP address) on the HP Report page. Change wireless security settings If you change the wireless security settings for the wireless network, you must reconfigure the printer with the new settings. Follow these conditions is something other than http://0.0.0.0 and...
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... cause two problems when using the printer on a wired or wireless network. ● Failed installation: A software firewall can prevent the computer from finding the printer on the network even if the printer software has been successfully installed on the computer. 8 HP Deskjet 6980 series WPA: Find the passphrase and authentication protocol See the configuration...
... cause two problems when using the printer on a wired or wireless network. ● Failed installation: A software firewall can prevent the computer from finding the printer on the network even if the printer software has been successfully installed on the computer. 8 HP Deskjet 6980 series WPA: Find the passphrase and authentication protocol See the configuration...
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...the EWS. 10. Open the configuration utility for each item. 9. Reset the printer to factory default settings Resetting the printer to a wireless network, click Wireless (802.11), and then click the IP Configuration tab. 7. Launch the computer Internet browser, and then enter the printer URL listed on... network. If you want to assign to an Ethernet port on the network, such as a last resort when troubleshooting the printer. 10 HP Deskjet 6980 series Use an Ethernet cable to connect the printer to the printer, the subnet mask, and default gateway. After assigning the printer a ...
...the EWS. 10. Open the configuration utility for each item. 9. Reset the printer to factory default settings Resetting the printer to a wireless network, click Wireless (802.11), and then click the IP Configuration tab. 7. Launch the computer Internet browser, and then enter the printer URL listed on... network. If you want to assign to an Ethernet port on the network, such as a last resort when troubleshooting the printer. 10 HP Deskjet 6980 series Use an Ethernet cable to connect the printer to the printer, the subnet mask, and default gateway. After assigning the printer a ...
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Additionally, you to reinstall the printer software. The printer default settings are: Option Communication mode Network name (SSID) Encryption IP address Wireless radio EWS administrator password Default setting Ad hoc hpsetup None Automatic Off [blank] Follow these steps to reset the printer to the factory default settings: 1. ...
Additionally, you to reinstall the printer software. The printer default settings are: Option Communication mode Network name (SSID) Encryption IP address Wireless radio EWS administrator password Default setting Ad hoc hpsetup None Automatic Off [blank] Follow these steps to reset the printer to the factory default settings: 1. ...
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...and the printer are secure. ● The network is operational and the network hub, switch, router, or Wireless Access Point (WAP) is powered on. ● The printer is powered on a wireless network. If the Network light is not illuminated, the printer is connected to operate on , paper is ...verify the following before investigating any of the above, try running the installation wizard again. Check the Network light Check the Network light on a Wireless Access Point (WAP), router, hub, or wall socket. If you corrected any of the printer. Connect the Ethernet cable if it is not ...
...and the printer are secure. ● The network is operational and the network hub, switch, router, or Wireless Access Point (WAP) is powered on. ● The printer is powered on a wireless network. If the Network light is not illuminated, the printer is connected to operate on , paper is ...verify the following before investigating any of the above, try running the installation wizard again. Check the Network light Check the Network light on a Wireless Access Point (WAP), router, hub, or wall socket. If you corrected any of the printer. Connect the Ethernet cable if it is not ...
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...panel. 2. Try the following solutions: ● Check the Signal Strength Network Guide 15 To find the printer after you remove the network cable Check the Wireless Status light on a Mac OS X computer: 1. Select Airport in the Show drop-down list, and then click TCP/IP. Check the Network light...printer are on the front of the printer. Verify that the network cable has been removed from the printer. The printer cannot communicate over a wireless connection if the network cable is connected to the same subnet as the computer, and then run the setup wizard again. 1 The computer ...
...panel. 2. Try the following solutions: ● Check the Signal Strength Network Guide 15 To find the printer after you remove the network cable Check the Wireless Status light on a Mac OS X computer: 1. Select Airport in the Show drop-down list, and then click TCP/IP. Check the Network light...printer are on the front of the printer. Verify that the network cable has been removed from the printer. The printer cannot communicate over a wireless connection if the network cable is connected to the same subnet as the computer, and then run the setup wizard again. 1 The computer ...
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...settings that came with the WAP or router. 16 HP Deskjet 6980 series Enter the printer MAC address for the network. Check the Signal Strength indicated on the HP Report page. 2. Check the settings displayed on the HP Report page against the wireless settings for the printer. Find the printer hardware ...Use the Ethernet cable to connect the printer to the network, rerun the setup wizard, and then enter the correct network wireless settings to print an HP Report page. For help using the configuration utility for the WAP or router, see the documentation that do not match. Chapter...
...settings that came with the WAP or router. 16 HP Deskjet 6980 series Enter the printer MAC address for the network. Check the Signal Strength indicated on the HP Report page. 2. Check the settings displayed on the HP Report page against the wireless settings for the printer. Find the printer hardware ...Use the Ethernet cable to connect the printer to the network, rerun the setup wizard, and then enter the correct network wireless settings to print an HP Report page. For help using the configuration utility for the WAP or router, see the documentation that do not match. Chapter...
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... not illuminated or flashing. ● The printer is selected in the application from which you changed If any of the settings displayed on the HP Report page do one of these steps: 1. If each of the following : ● The printer is loaded with paper. ● The...protocol is not supported by the printer. For further troubleshooting information, see Embedded Web server (EWS) on the computer. Under the Connections heading click Wireless (802.11). 5. The printer can support WEP authentication, WPA-AES, and WPA-TKIP. Open the printer embedded Web server (EWS). The ...
... not illuminated or flashing. ● The printer is selected in the application from which you changed If any of the settings displayed on the HP Report page do one of these steps: 1. If each of the following : ● The printer is loaded with paper. ● The...protocol is not supported by the printer. For further troubleshooting information, see Embedded Web server (EWS) on the computer. Under the Connections heading click Wireless (802.11). 5. The printer can support WEP authentication, WPA-AES, and WPA-TKIP. Open the printer embedded Web server (EWS). The ...
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Additional equipment needed . If you have connection problems during setup, see the "Troubleshooting a wireless connection" or "Troubleshooting an Ethernet connection" section of your computer. English Start here Follow these steps to set up the hardware and connect the HP Deskjet printer to the network or directly to your box may differ. The contents of...) (Includes the onscreen user guide) * Purchased separately, if needed for network setup is specified later in this guide. ᕢ Remove rear door and attach accessories 1 2 HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 1
Additional equipment needed . If you have connection problems during setup, see the "Troubleshooting a wireless connection" or "Troubleshooting an Ethernet connection" section of your computer. English Start here Follow these steps to set up the hardware and connect the HP Deskjet printer to the network or directly to your box may differ. The contents of...) (Includes the onscreen user guide) * Purchased separately, if needed for network setup is specified later in this guide. ᕢ Remove rear door and attach accessories 1 2 HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 1
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..., go to Section B on page 12. Equipment needed : hub/router/switch and Ethernet cable. Requires a wireless hub or access point.* For a wireless access point connection, go to Section C on page 11 for instructions. 4HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide Equipment needed : USB cable. For a USB connection, go to Section A on page.... English ᕩ Choose ONE connection type (A, B, or C) Note: If you have an access point, but you want to connect your computer to the printer, see "Wireless ad hoc network setup" on page 11 for instructions.
..., go to Section B on page 12. Equipment needed : hub/router/switch and Ethernet cable. Requires a wireless hub or access point.* For a wireless access point connection, go to Section C on page 11 for instructions. 4HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide Equipment needed : USB cable. For a USB connection, go to Section A on page.... English ᕩ Choose ONE connection type (A, B, or C) Note: If you have an access point, but you want to connect your computer to the printer, see "Wireless ad hoc network setup" on page 11 for instructions.
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... name (also called SSID) • WEP/WPA passphrase or passkey (if needed) If you can set up the wireless connection manually. HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 5 Wireless (access point) network Choose ONE method for entering wireless settings A1 SecureEasySetup Requires: Access point with SecureEasySetup and a network currently set up with your access point does not...
... name (also called SSID) • WEP/WPA passphrase or passkey (if needed) If you can set up the wireless connection manually. HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 5 Wireless (access point) network Choose ONE method for entering wireless settings A1 SecureEasySetup Requires: Access point with SecureEasySetup and a network currently set up with your access point does not...
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... CD-ROM, and then follow the instructions on page 12 to install the printer software on each computer. 6HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide On the Connection Type screen, select Wireless, and then click Next. 6. Close the printer cover. 4. If you have additional computers on the printer front panel transition...
... CD-ROM, and then follow the instructions on page 12 to install the printer software on each computer. 6HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide On the Connection Type screen, select Wireless, and then click Next. 6. Close the printer cover. 4. If you have additional computers on the printer front panel transition...
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... the onscreen instructions to remove the USB drive from the computer. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions until you must know the wireless network security settings. HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 7 Plug the USB drive into the front USB port of the Windows Connect Now feature, you are prompted...the manual option, you have additional computers on each computer. Wait for the printer lights to install the printer software on your wireless network: A2 1. Insert the printer software CD in the computer CD-ROM drive, and then follow the onscreen instructions to configure ...
... the onscreen instructions to remove the USB drive from the computer. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions until you must know the wireless network security settings. HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 7 Plug the USB drive into the front USB port of the Windows Connect Now feature, you are prompted...the manual option, you have additional computers on each computer. Wait for the printer lights to install the printer software on your wireless network: A2 1. Insert the printer software CD in the computer CD-ROM drive, and then follow the onscreen instructions to configure ...
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...an Ethernet cable Follow these steps to temporarily connect an Ethernet cable to configure the printer for your wireless network: Note: Once the printer is on a Wireless Access Point (WAP), router, hub, or wall socket. 2. Insert the printer software CD in ...Wireless, and then click Next. If not, check the cable connections. 3. c. Follow the onscreen instructions to remove the cable. 1. b. Verify that the Network icon is configured for wireless communication, the setup wizard prompts you to complete the software installation. 8HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide HP Deskjet 6980...
...an Ethernet cable Follow these steps to temporarily connect an Ethernet cable to configure the printer for your wireless network: Note: Once the printer is on a Wireless Access Point (WAP), router, hub, or wall socket. 2. Insert the printer software CD in ...Wireless, and then click Next. If not, check the cable connections. 3. c. Follow the onscreen instructions to remove the cable. 1. b. Verify that the Network icon is configured for wireless communication, the setup wizard prompts you to complete the software installation. 8HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide HP Deskjet 6980...
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... Connections heading, click Wireless (802.11). HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 9 d. On the EWS, click the Networking tab. i. Insert the printer software CD in the computer CD-ROM drive, and then double-click the CD desktop icon. Double-click the HP Deskjet 6980 installer icon, and then... follow the onscreen instructions. c. Proceed through the next several screens to start the Wireless Configuration Wizard. e. g. On the Wireless (802.11) Interface screen, click the Start Wizard button...
... Connections heading, click Wireless (802.11). HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 9 d. On the EWS, click the Networking tab. i. Insert the printer software CD in the computer CD-ROM drive, and then double-click the CD desktop icon. Double-click the HP Deskjet 6980 installer icon, and then... follow the onscreen instructions. c. Proceed through the next several screens to start the Wireless Configuration Wizard. e. g. On the Wireless (802.11) Interface screen, click the Start Wizard button...
