Connect HP Printer with To an existing network

Connecting a printer to a wireless network is a small deal, especially if it is a Wi-Fi-enabled one. But the thing that matters is how you connect and what kind of network type you prefer. The HP Envy 6055e printer is a wirelessly enabled device that can be connected to a new or existing Wi-Fi network in no time. This section will discuss how to set up the printer for wireless communication using an existing Wi-Fi network. So, are you reading? Let’s begin.

Before we dive in, ensure that you have completed the printer’s hardware setup. If you want to perform the setup, use this article as a reference to do it in no time.

  • If your printer is in the Auto Wireless Connect (AWC) setup mode, you can connect it to an existing network in a matter of seconds.
  • If you find the printer’s Edge light glowing purple, the printer is in setup mode. If not, no worries!
  • You put your printer back in AWC setup mode by pressing and holding the printer’s Wi-Fi button for three seconds.
  • Now, use the HP Smart app or the recommended full-feature HP Envy 6055e setup driver to complete the Wi-Fi setup.
  • Here we go with the HP Smart app. Install and open the app.
  • Follow along with the instructions on the app screen to set up the printer on your computer or smartphone over a wireless network.

Once you are done with the HP Envy 6055e Wi-Fi setup, you are all set for wireless printing.

Connect HP Printer with Existing Network

Connect HP 6055e Printer To a new network

Like connecting the HP Envy 6055e printer to an existing Wi-Fi network, pairing it with a new one is that simple. You can use the push-button or PIN method to complete the Wi-Fi setup. Both methods are simple to carry out. However, compared to the PIN method, the push method is easier because you can connect the printer to Wi-Fi within a minute. One important thing you must note when using the push method is that your wireless router has the WPS-PUSH button.

Alright, now let’s see how to connect the HP Envy 6055e printer to the new Wi-Fi network using the push button method.

Connect ENVY 6055e Printer with New Network
  • First, put your printer in WPS Push Button mode by pressing and holding the printer’s Wi-Fi and Power buttons simultaneously for three seconds.
  • Can you see the printer’s edge light pulsing purple and repeating?
  • If yes, cheers! The WPS Push Button Method is activated on your printer.
  • Now, press the wireless router’s WPS button.
  • Ensure that you do this within two minutes after enabling the push method on your printer.
  • If the edge light glows purple at the outside edge of the light bar, kudos! Your printer has been successfully connected to the Wi-Fi network.
  • Run the HP Smart app on your computer.
  • The app will automatically detect your printer and display it on the screen.
  • Select it and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the Wi-Fi setup.

Connecting the printer to a new Wi-Fi network is really that simple.

The Bottom Line

Have you connected your HP Envy 6055e printer to a new or existing wireless network by following the instructions above? Great! We have covered only the basic steps in this article. If you want detailed steps or real-time assistance in setting up your printer for wireless communication, give us a call or text now. Our team will reach you shortly and assist you further. Happy wireless printing!