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The following options are available if you press the Settings button when there is no
memory card inserted in the HP All-in-One.
Quality
Size
Copies
Wireless Menu
The following options are available when you press the Wireless button.
Enable Wireless
Wireless Settings
Signal Strength
Use the HP Photosmart Software
The HP Photosmart Software provides a fast and easy way to make prints of your photos.
It also provides access to other basic HP imaging software features, such as saving and
viewing your photos.
For more information on using the HP Photosmart Software:
•Check the  Contents panel on the left. Look for the  HP Photosmart Software Help
contents  book at the top.
• If you do not see the  HP Photosmart Software Help contents  book at the top of the
Contents  panel, access the software help through the HP Solution Center.
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3 Find more information
You can access a variety of resources, both printed and onscreen, that provide
information about setting up and using the HP All-in-One.
Start Here guide
The Start Here guide provides instructions for setting up the HP All-in-One and
installing software. Make sure you follow the steps in the Start Here guide in
order.
If you have problems during setup, check the Start Here guide for
troubleshooting information, or see  “
Troubleshooting” on page 99 in this
onscreen Help.
Basics Guide
The Basics Guide contains an overview  of the HP All-in-One, including step-
by-step instructions for basic tasks , troubleshooting tips, and technical
information.
HP Photosmart animations
The HP Photosmart animations, located in  the relevant sections of the onscreen
Help, show you how to complete key tasks on the HP All-in-One. You will learn
how to load paper, insert a memory card, replace the print cartridges, and scan
originals.
Onscreen Help
The onscreen Help provides detailed instructions on using all features of the
HP All-in-One.
•The  How Do I?  section provides links so you can quickly find information
on performing common tasks.
•The  HP All-in-One overview  section provides general information about
the main features of the HP All-in-One.
•The  Troubleshooting  section provides information about resolving errors
you might encounter with the HP All-in-One.
Readme
The Readme file contains the most recent information which might not be found
in other publications.
Install the software to access the Readme file.
www.hp.com/supportIf you have Internet access, you can get help and support from the HP Web
site. This Web site offers technical  support, drivers, supplies, and ordering
information.
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4 Connection information
The HP All-in-One comes equipped with a USB port so you can connect directly to a
computer using a USB cable. You can also connect the HP All-in-One to a wireless
network or use printer sharing to share the device over an existing home network.
This section contains the following topics:
•
Supported connection types
•
USB connection
•
Network connection
Supported connection types
The following table contains a list of supported connection types.
DescriptionRecommended number
of connected
computers for best
performanceSupported software
featuresSetup instructions
USB connectionOne computer connected
with a USB cable to the
rear USB 2.0 High Speed
port on the HP All-in-One.All features are
supported.Follow the Start Here
guide for detailed
instructions.
Integrated wireless
WLAN 802.11 connectionUp to five computers
connected using a
wireless router
(infrastructure mode).
One computer (ad hoc
mode).All features are
supported.Follow instructions in  “Setup the HP All-in-One onan integrated wireless(WLAN 802.11) network”
on page 12.
Printer sharingUp to five computers.
The host computer must
be on at all times in order
to print from the other
computers.All features resident on
the host computer are
supported. Only printing
is supported from the
other computers.Follow the instructions in
“USB connection”
on page 11 .
USB connection
The HP All-in-One supports a rear USB 2.0 High Speed port for connection to a computer.
If you use a USB cable to connect the HP All-in-One to a computer on a network, you
can set up printer sharing on your computer. This enables other computers on the network
to print to the HP All-in-One, using your computer as the host.
The host  computer (your computer, connected directly to the HP All-in-One by a USB
cable) has full software functionality. Other computers, which are referred to as the
clients , have access only to the print features. HP recommends upto 5 computers for the
best performance. You must perform other fu nctions from the host computer or from the
control panel on the HP All-in-One.
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To connect the product with the USB cable
▲Refer to the Start Here guide that came with your product for information on
connecting to a computer with a USB cable.
NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable to the product until you are prompted to
do so.
To enable printer sharing on a Windows computer
▲ Refer to the user guide that came with your computer or see the Windows onscreen
Help.
Network connection
This section describes how to connect the HP All-in-One to a network and how to view
and manage network settings.
If you want to:See this section:
Connect to a wireless network with a wireless
router (infrastructure).“Set up the HP All-in-One on an integratedwireless (WLAN 802.11) network”
on page 12
Connect directly to a wireless-capable
computer without a wireless router (ad-hoc).“Connect to a wireless ad hoc network”
on page 17
Add connections to more computers on the
network.“Connect to additional computers on anetwork” on page 17
Change the HP All-in-One from a USB
connection to a network connection.
NOTE: Use the instructions in this section if
you first installed the HP All-in-One with a USB
connection, and you now want to change to a
wireless network connection.“Change the HP All-in-One from a USBconnection to a network connection”
on page 18
View or change the network settings.“Manage your network settings” on page 18
Find troubleshooting information.“Network troubleshooting” on page 109
Learn what a specific networking term means.“Network glossary” on page 24
Set up the HP All-in-One on an integrated wireless (WLAN 802.11) network
The HP All-in-One uses an internal networking component that supports a wireless
network.
For optimal performance and security in your wireless network, HP recommends you use
a wireless router or access point (802.11) to connect the product and the other network
elements. When network elements are connected through a wireless router or access
point, this is called an  infrastructure network.
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The advantages of a wireless infrastructure network as compared to an ad hoc network
include:
• Advanced netw ork security
• Enhanced reliability
• Network flexibility
• Better performance
• Shared Broadband Internet access
To set up the HP All-in-One on an integrated
wireless WLAN 802.11 network, you need to
do the following:See this section:
First, collect all of the required materials.“What you need for an integrated wirelessWLAN 802.11 network” on page 13
Next, install the software and connect the
HP All-in-One to the wireless router.“Connect to an integrated wireless WLAN802.11 network” on page 13
What you need for an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network
To connect the HP All-in-One to an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network, you will
need the following:
❑A wireless 802.11 network that includes a wireless router or access point.
❑ A desktop computer or laptop with either wireless networking support, or a network
interface card (NIC). The computer must be connected to the wireless network that
you intend to install the HP All-in-One on.
❑ Broadband Internet access (recommended) such as cable or DSL.
If you connect the HP All-in-One on a wire
less network that has Internet access, HP
recommends that you use a wireless router (access point or base station) that uses
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
❑ Network name (SSID).
❑ WEP key or WPA Passphrase (if needed).
❑ A standard USB cable to connect temporarily for transferring wireless settings.
Connect to an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network
The HP Photosmart Software CD and included USB setup cable provide an easy way to
connect the HP All-in-One to your wireless network.
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CAUTION:To prevent other users from accessing your wireless network, HP
strongly recommends using a password or passphrase (WPA or WEP security) and
a unique network name (SSID) for your wireless router. Your wireless router might
have been shipped with a default network name, which is typically the manufacturer
name. If you use the default network name, your network can be easily accessed by
other users using the same default network name (SSID). It also means that the
HP All-in-One might accidently connect to a different wireless network in your area
which uses the same network name. If this happens you will not be able to access
the HP All-in-One. For more information on how to change the network name, see
the documentation that came with your wireless router.
To connect the product
1. Insert the product Software CD in the computer CD-ROM drive.
2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
When you are prompted, connect the product to the computer using the USB setup
cable included in the box. The product will attempt to connect to the network. If the
connection fails, follow the prompts to correct the problem, and then try again.
3. When the setup is finished, you will be prompted to disconnect the USB cable and
test the wireless network connection. Once  the product connects successfully to the
network, install the software on each computer that will use the product over the
network.
Related topics
•“
Print the wireless network test” on page 19
•“
Network troubleshooting” on page 109
•“
Connect to additional computers on a network” on page 17
Wireless ad hoc network setup
Use this section if you want to connect the HP All-in-One to a wireless-capable computer
without using a wireless router or access point.
There are two methods you may use to connect the HP All-in-One to your computer using
an ad hoc wireless network connection. Once  connected, you can install the HP All-in-
One software.
▲ Turn on the wireless radio for the HP All-in-One and the wireless radio on your
computer. On your computer, connect to the network name (SSID)  hpsetup, which
is the default ad hoc network created by the HP All-in-One.
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OR
▲Use an ad hoc network profile on your computer to connect to the product. If your
computer is not currently configured with an ad hoc network profile, consult the Help
file for your computer Operating System for the proper method to create an ad hoc
profile on your computer. Once the ad hoc network profile has been created, insert
the installation CD that came with the product and install the software. Connect to the
ad hoc network profile you created on your computer.
NOTE: An ad hoc connection can be used if you do not have a wireless router or
access point but do have a wireless radio on your computer. However, an ad hoc
connection may result in a lower level  of network security and possibly reduced
performance when compared to an infrastructure network connection using a wireless
router or access point.
To set up the HP All-in-One on a wireless ad
hoc network, you need to do the following:See this section:
First, collect all of the required materials.“What you need for an ad hoc network”
on page 15
Next, prepare your computer by creating a
network profile.“Create a network profile for a Windows Vista orWindows XP computer” on page 15
“
Create a network profile for other operatingsystems” on page 16
Finally, install the software and connect to the
appropriate network profile.“Connect to a wireless ad hoc network”
on page 17
What you need for an ad hoc network
To connect the HP All-in-One to a Windows computer with an ad hoc connection, the
computer must have a wireless network adapter and an ad hoc profile.
Create a network profile for a Windows Vista or Windows XP computer
Prepare your computer for an ad hoc connection by creating a network profile.
To create a network profile
NOTE: The product comes configured with a network profile with  hpsetup as the
network name (SSID). However, for security and privacy HP recommends you create
a new network profile on your  computer as described here.
1.In the  Control Panel , double-click Network Connections .
2. On the  Network Connections  window, right-click the  Wireless Network
Connection . If you see Enable on the pop-up menu, select it. Otherwise, if you see
Disable  on the menu, the wireless connection is already enabled.
3. Right-click the  Wireless Network Connection  icon, and then click Properties.
4. Click the  Wireless Networks  tab.
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5.Select the  Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings  check box.
6. Click  Add, and then do the following:
a .In  Network name (SSID)  box, type in a unique network name of your choice.
NOTE:The network name is case sensitive, so it is important to remember
any uppercase (capital) and lowercase (small) letters.
b . If there is a  Network Authentication  list, select Open. Otherwise, go to the next
step.
c .In the  Data encryption  list, select WEP.
NOTE: It is possible to create a network that does not use a WEP key.
However, HP recommends using a WEP key in order to secure your network.
d . Make sure that the check box is  not selected next to  The key is provided for me
automatically . If it is selected, click  the check box to clear it.
e .In the  Network key  box, type a WEP key that has  exactly 5 or exactly  13
alphanumeric (ASCII) characters. For example, if you enter 5 characters, you
might enter  ABCDE or 12345 . Or, if you enter 13 characters, you might enter
ABCDEF1234567 . (12345 and ABCDE are examples only. Select a combination
of your choosing.)
Alternatively, you can use HEX (hexadecimal) characters for the WEP key. A HEX
WEP key must be 10 characters for 40 bit encryption, or 26 characters for 128 bit
encryption.
f .In the  Confirm network key  box, type the same W EP key you typed in the
previous step.
NOTE: You must remember the exact uppercase (capital) and lowercase
(small) letters. If you enter your WEP key incorrectly on the product, the
wireless connecti on will fail.
g. Write down the WEP key exactly as you typed it, including uppercase and
lowercase letters.
h . Select the check box for  This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network;
wireless access points are not used .
i . Click  OK to close the  Wireless network properties  window, and then click OK
again.
j . Click  OK again to close the  Wireless Network Properties Connection  window.
Related topics
•“
Network glossary” on page 24
•“
Connect to a wireless ad hoc network” on page 17
Create a network profile for other operating systems
If you have an operating system other than Windows Vista or Windows XP, HP
recommends that you use the configuration program that came with your wireless LAN
card. To find the configuration program for your wireless LAN card, access your
computers list of programs.
Using the LAN card configuration program, create a network profile that has the following
values:
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•Network name (SSID) : Mynetwork (example only)
NOTE:You should create a network name that is unique and easy for you to
remember. Just remember that the network name is case-sensitive. Therefore,
you must remember which letters are uppercase and lowercase.
• Communication mode : Ad Hoc
• Encryption : enabled
Connect to a wireless ad hoc network
The HP Photosmart Software CD and included USB setup cable provide an easy way to
connect the HP All-in-One directly to your computer for an ad-hoc wireless network.
To connect the product
1. Insert the product Software CD in the computer CD-ROM drive.
2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
When you are prompted, connect the product to the computer using the USB setup
cable included in the box. The product will attempt to connect to the network. If the
connection fails, follow the prompts to correct the problem, and then try again.
3. When the setup is finished, you will be prompted to disconnect the USB cable and
test the wireless netw ork connection. Once the produc t connects successfully to the
network, install the software on each computer that will use the product over the
network.
Related topics
•“
Print the wireless network test” on page 19
•“
Network troubleshooting” on page 109
•“
Connect to additional computers on a network” on page 17
Connect to additional computers on a network
You can connect the HP All-in-One to more than one computer on a small network of
computers. If the HP All-in-One is already connected to a computer on a network, for
each additional computer you must install the HP All-in-One software. During installation
of a wireless connection, the software will discover the SSID (network name) of the
existing network. Once you have set up the HP All-in-One on the network you will not
need to configure it again when you add additional computers.
To install the Windows HP All-in-One software on additional networked computers
1. Quit all applications running on your computer, including any virus detection software.
2. Insert the Windows CD that came with the HP All-in-One into the CD-ROM drive on
your computer and follow the onscreen instructions.
3. If a dialog box about firewalls appears, follow the instructions. If you see firewall pop-
up messages, you must always accept or allow the pop-up messages.
4. On the  Connection Type  screen, select Through the network , and then click
Next .
The  Searching  screen appears as the Setup program searches for the HP All-in-One
on the network.
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