The embedded web server (EWS) is a web page that exists within the printer. When your printer is connected to a network you can use the EWS to view status information, change settings, and manage the printer from your computer. You can use the embedded web server without being connected to the Internet; however some features might not be available.
Wireless routers have a gateway address, which is a unique IP address that is assigned by the manufacturer of the router. This gateway address will not change unless you change it. Refer to the documentation that came with the router, or contact the manufacturer of the router to find out what your router’s gateway address is and how to change it.
Your printer has a unique hostname which is assigned by HP. When you are asked to enter the hostname, make sure you enter the name exactly as it appears.
HP ePrint is a free service from HP that allows you to print to your HP ePrint-enabled printer from anywhere you can send an email. Just send your documents and photos as attachments to the email address assigned to your printer when you enable Web Services. No additional software or drivers are needed. HP printer software will guide you through setting up HP ePrint. Using ePrint, print apps and HP Connected, in connection with HP web-connected printers (separately and collectively the "ePrintCenter System"), requires a free HP Connected account and means agreeing to the terms and conditions on the HP Connected website.
With Wi-Fi Direct printing, you can print wirelessly from a computer or mobile device (such as a smart phone, tablet, or other wireless-capable device)—without connecting to an existing wireless network. HP printer software is required for printing over wireless direct printing from a computer. A compatible printing app is required for printing over Wi-Fi Direct printing from a smart phone or tablet. After setting up your printer, you will be able to create a wireless direct connection. Refer to your printer documentation to find out how to enable Wi-Fi Direct printing.
An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a unique numerical identifier that is assigned by the network to a connected device such as a printer. A valid IP address is comprised of four numbers, separated by periods, for example, 192.168.1.001. All devices on a local area network have unique IP addresses assigned to them. This IP address assignment is typically done automatically by the wireless router, and is called DHCP addressing. You can create a manual (or static) IP address for a network printer. The static address of your printer must match the format of the gateway address of your router.
The Media Access Control (MAC) or hardware address is an identifier assigned to the network hardware by HP during manufacture. The MAC address is included on the Network Configuration Page and it is printed on the serial number label of your printer.
The Network Configuration Page is a report of printer specifications, for example, Network Status, Active Connection Type, Serial Number, MAC or hardware address, Network Name (SSID), Authentication Type, and IP Address. You might need to refer to information on this page when setting up or troubleshooting a network connection for your HP printer.
A virtual private network is a secure network that uses public infrastructure such as the Internet to provide remote access to a centralized network.
The default Wireless Network Name or SSID (Service Set Identifier) is created by the router’s manufacturer and is not a unique name. Create a unique name for your router to avoid the possibility of the same name as another network.
If the printer has a wireless connection to your network, printing this report can verify the network connection and can also provide diagnostic information regarding the connection.
A wireless password prevents unwelcome outsiders from accessing your wireless network. The most common types of encryption are WEP and WPA. The WEP key and WPA passphrase are case-sensitive; enter the exact upper and lower case letters that are defined.