HP DeskJet 4100e Reference Guide - Page 3

English Help and tips for Wi-Fi and connectivity If the software is unable to find your printer during setup, check the following conditions to resolve the issue. Potential Issue Printer Wi-Fi setup mode timed out Solution If the blue Wi-Fi light is not blinking, the printer might not be in Wi-Fi setup mode. Restart setup mode: 1. Press and at the same time. Watch for the Power button to briefly flash, then release the buttons. The Wireless light will blink blue. 2. Wait for one minute. Close and reopen HP Smart, and then try connecting again. Computer or mobile device too far from printer Computer connected to a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or remote work network Wi-Fi turned off on computer (computer connected by Ethernet) Bluetooth and location services are turned off on your mobile device Move your computer or mobile device closer to the printer. Your device might be out of range of the printer's Wi-Fi signal. Disconnect from a VPN before installing HP Smart software. You can't install apps from the Microsoft Store when connected to a VPN. Connect to the VPN again after finishing printer setup. Note: Consider your location and the security of the Wi-Fi network before disconnecting from a VPN. If your computer is connected by Ethernet, turn on the computer's Wi-Fi while setting up the printer. You don't need to disconnect the Ethernet cable. If setting up with a mobile device, turn on Bluetooth and location services. This helps the software find your network and printer. Note: Your location is not being determined and no location information is being sent to HP as part of the setup process. Do not use USB for setup P rinters with a label covering the USB port must be set up with HP Smart and an Internet connection. After setup, you can print using a USB cable if needed, but the printer must also remain connected to the Internet. 3