Connect your printer to Wi-Fi using WPS (Push Button method)

The WPS method is considered the best way of connecting the printer to your Wi-Fi network as you don’t need to give your password at any time. If you have a WPS-enabled router, follow the instructions below to connect your HP DeskJet 3050 printer to your network via WPS.

  • On your printer control panel, press the Wireless button.
  • Choose Wireless Settings> WPS> Push Button.
  • Now, press your router’s WPS button.
  • The connection will be established between your printer and the router within a few seconds.

WPS PIN method

  • If you cannot locate the WPS button on your router, don’t worry; you can establish the wireless connection using the WPS PIN method.
  • Press your printer’s Wireless button.
  • On the printer control panel, choose Wireless Settings> WPS> PIN.
  • When it shows you the eight-digit pin, note it down.
  • Now, open your router’s configuration utility and navigate to the WPS section.
  • Enter your printer’s WPS PIN in the respective field.
  • Within a short period, the connection will be established between your printer and the router.
  • Ensure that you have connected your printer to the same network to which your computer is connected. Keep reading to know how to connect HP Deskjet 3050 wi-fi.

Connect your printer to the computer

  • Visit HP’s official website from your default browser.
  • Enter your printer model (HP DeskJet 3050) in the search field and go to your printer’s support page.
  • Click the Software, Drivers and Firmware tab.
  • Now, your Operating System will be detected, and all the compatible drivers will be displayed.
  • You can also choose the OS manually according to your preference.
  • Choose the driver you require and download it on your computer.
  • Once the download is complete, locate the file in the Downloads folder.
  • Run the downloaded setup file and accept the terms and conditions.
  • When the connection method screen appears, choose Wireless.
  • As you have already connected your HP printer to your router’s network, the installer will identify those credentials and establish the connection between your printer and the computer.
  • Follow the instructions and complete the installation.

This is how you should connect your HP DeskJet 3050 printer to your Wi-Fi network. If you have any other questions about how to connect HP Deskjet 3050 wi-fi, get back to us for expert assistance.