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Question posted by raymondbolton on July 19th, 2012

Wep To Non-wep

Changed the home network from WEP to non-WEP. Kept the old network name, though. How do I access the Wireless Wizard's infrastructure command to change password configuration?

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Answer #1: Posted by hzplj9 on July 24th, 2012 6:42 AM
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I assume you have changed to a WPA key. If so then access this link and there is a video and software download which will enable to you to connect to your printer by discovering your networks settings and offer advice on how to....

https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/ish_2380042-1648009-16

 

You can also search for the Wireless & Nertwork guide shown below on HelpOwl or the HP site.

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