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Change the HP All-in-One from a USB connection to a network connection
If you first install the HP All-in-One with a USB connection, you can later change to either
a wireless or Ethernet network connection. If you already understand how to connect to
a network, you can use the general directions below.
NOTE: For optimal performance and security in your wireless network, use an
access point (such as a wireless router) to connect the HP All-in-One.
To change a USB connection to an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 connection
1. Unplug the USB connection from the back of the HP All-in-One.
2. Touch  Setup on the display.
3. Touch  Network .
NOTE:If the menu option you want is not visible on the screen, touch  or
 to scroll through all the menu options.
4.Touch  Wireless Setup Wizard .
This runs the  Wireless Setup Wizard .
5. Install the software for a network connection, choose  Add a Device, and then choose
Through the network .
6. When the installation is complete, open  Printers and Faxes (or Printers ) in the
Control Panel  and delete the printers for the USB installation.
To change a USB connection to a wired (Ethernet) connection
1. Unplug the USB connection from the back of the HP All-in-One.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the back of the HP All-in-One
to an available Ethernet port on the router or switch.
3. Install the software for a network connection, choose  Add a Device, and then choose
Through the network .
4. When the installation is complete, open  Printers and Faxes (or Printers ) in the
Control Panel  and delete the printers from the previous USB installation.
For more detailed instructions on connecting the HP All-in-One to a network, see:
•“
Wired network setup” on page 30
•“
Integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network setup” on page 32
•“
Wireless ad hoc network setup” on page 35
Manage your network settings
You can manage network settings for the HP All-in-One through the HP All-in-One control
panel. Additional advanced settings are available in the Embedded Web Server, a
configuration and status tool you access from your Web browser using an existing
network connection to the HP All-in-One.
This section contains the following topics:
•
Change basic network settings from the control panel
•
Change advanced network settings from the control panel settings
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•Use the Embedded Web Server
•
Network configuration page definitions
Change basic network settings from the control panel
The HP All-in-One control panel enables you to set up and manage a wireless connection
and to perform a variety of  network management tasks. This  includes viewing the network
settings, restoring the network defaults, turning the wireless radio on and off, and
changing the network settings.
This section contains the following topics:
•
Use the Wireless Setup Wizard
•
View and print network settings
•
Restore network defaults
•
Turn the wireless radio on and off
•
Print the wireless network test
Use the Wireless Setup Wizard
The Wireless Setup Wizard provides an easy way to set up and manage a wireless
connection to the HP All-in-One.
To run the Wireless Setup Wizard
1. Touch  Setup on the display.
2. Touch  Network .
NOTE:If the menu option you want is not visible on the screen, touch  or
 to scroll through all the menu options.
3.Touch  Wireless Setup Wizard .
This runs the  Wireless Setup Wizard .
Related topics
•“
Integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network setup” on page 32
•“
Wireless ad hoc network setup” on page 35
View and print network settings
You can display a summary of the network settings on the HP All-in-One control panel,
or you can print a more detailed configuration page. The network configuration page lists
all of the important network settings such as the IP address, link speed, DNS, and mDNS.
To view and print the network settings
1. Touch  Setup on the display.
2. Touch  Network .
NOTE:If the menu option you want is not visible on the screen, touch  or
 to scroll through all the menu options.
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3.Touch  View Network Settings  menu.
4. Do one of the following:
• To display wired network settings, touch  Display Wired Summary.
• To display wireless network settings, touch  Display Wireless Summary.
• To print the network configuration page, touch  Print Network Configuration
Page .
Related topics
“
Network configuration page definitions” on page 46
Restore network defaults
You can reset the network settings to what they were when you purchased the HP All-in-
One.
CAUTION: This will erase all wireless setup information that you have entered. In
order to restore this information, you will need to run the Wireless Setup Wizard again.
To restore network defaults
1. Touch  Setup on the display.
2. Touch  Network .
NOTE:If the menu option you want is not visible on the screen, touch  or
 to scroll through all the menu options.
3.Touch  Restore Network Defaults .
4. Touch  Yes or No.
Turn the wireless radio on and off
The wireless radio is off by default. In order to stay connected to a wireless network, the
radio must stay on. When the radio is on, the blue light on the front of the HP All-in-One
is lit. However, if the HP All-in-One is connected to a wired network or you have a USB
connection, the radio is not used. In this case you might want to turn the radio off.
To turn the wireless radio on and off
1. Touch  Setup on the display.
2. Touch  Network .
NOTE:If the menu option you want is not visible on the screen, touch  or
 to scroll through all the menu options.
3.Touch  Wireless Radio .
4. Touch  On or  Off .
Print the wireless network test
The wireless network test performs a series of diagnostic tests to determine whether
network setup is succe ssful. The wireless netwo rk test prints automatically when the
Wireless Setup Wizard is run.  You also can print the wireless network test at any time.
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To print the wireless test report
1.Touch  Setup on the display.
2. Touch  Network .
NOTE:If the menu option you want is not visible on the screen, touch  or
 to scroll through all the menu options.
3.Touch  Wireless Network Test .
The  Wireless Network Test  prints.
Related topics
“
Network troubleshooting” on page 158
Change advanced network settings from the control panel settings
The advanced network settings are provided for your convenience. However, unless you
are an advanced user, you should not change any of these settings.
This section contains the following topics:
•
Set link speed
•
Change IP settings
Set link speed
You can change the speed at which data is transmitted over the network. The default is
Automatic .
To set link speed
1. Touch  Setup on the display.
2. Touch  Network .
NOTE:If the menu option you want is not visible on the screen, touch  or
 to scroll through all the menu options.
3.Touch  Advanced Setup .
4. Touch  Set Link Speed .
5. Touch the link speed that matches your network hardware.
•Automatic
• 10-Full
• 10-Half
• 100-Full
• 100-Half
Change IP settings
The default setting for  the IP settings is Automatic, which sets the IP settings
automatically. However, if you are an advanced user, you might want to manually change
the IP address, subnet mask, or the default gateway. To see the IP address and subnet
mask of the HP All-in-One, print a network configuration page from the HP All-in-One.
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NOTE:When manually entering an IP setting, you must already be connected to an
active network, otherwise the setting will not stay when you exit from the menu.
CAUTION: Be careful when manually assigning an IP address. If you enter an invalid
IP address during the installation, your network components will not be able to connect
with the HP All-in-One.
To change IP settings
1. Touch  Setup on the display.
2. Touch  Network .
NOTE:If the menu option you want is not visible on the screen, touch  or
 to scroll through all the menu options.
3.Touch  Advanced Setup .
4. Touch  IP Settings .
5. Touch  Manual .
6. Touch one of the following IP settings.
•IP Address
• Subnet Mask
• Default Gateway
7. Touch 
 or  to change the settings, and then touch  OK to confirm the setting.
Related topics
•“
View and print network settings” on page 41
•“
Network configuration page definitions” on page 46
Use the Embedded Web Server
If your computer is connected to an HP All-in-One on a network, you can access the
Embedded Web Server that resides in the HP All-in-One. The Embedded Web Server is
a web-based user interface that provides so me options not available on the HP All-in-
One control panel, including Webscan, a feature that lets you scan photos and documents
from the HP All-in-One to your computer using a Web browser, and advanced network
security options. Also, the Embedded Web Server enables you to monitor status and
order printer supplies.
For information on how to use the features available in the Embedded Web Server,
including Webscan, see the onscreen help within the Embedded Web Server. To access
Embedded Web Server help, open the Embedded Web Server, then click the  Help link
under  Other Links  on the Embedded Web Server  Home tab.
NOTE: Use the Embedded Web Server to change network settings not available on
the control panel.
This section contains the following topics:
•
Access the Embedded Web Server
•
Use the Embedded Web Server setup wizard
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Access the Embedded Web Server
The computer you use to access the Embedded Web Server on the HP All-in-One must
be connected to the same network as the HP All-in-One.
To access the Embedded Web Server
1.Print a network configuration page to find the IP address for the HP All-in-One.
2. In the  Address  box in your Web browser on your computer, type the IP address of
the HP All-in-One, as shown on the network settings page. For example, http://
192.168.1.101.
The Embedded Web Server  Home page appears, showing information for the HP All-
in-One.
NOTE: If you are using a proxy server in your browser, you might need to disable
it to access the Embedded Web Server.
3. If you need to change the language displayed in the Embedded Web Server, do the
following:
a. Click the  Settings tab.
b . Click  Select Language  in the Settings  navigation menu.
c .In the  Select Language  list, click the appropriate language.
d . Click  Apply.
4. Click the  Home tab to access device and network information, or click the
Networking  tab to access more network information or to modify network information.
5. Make any configuration changes.
6. Close the Embedded Web Server.
Related topics
“
View and print network settings” on page 41
Use the Embedded Web Server setup wizard
The network setup wizard provided in the Embedded Web Server gives you an intuitive
interface to your network connection parameters.
To access the Embedded Web Server setup wizard
1. Print a network configuration page to find the IP address for the HP All-in-One.
2. In the  Address  box in your Web browser on your computer, type the IP address of
the HP All-in-One, as shown on the network settings page. For example, http://
192.168.1.101.
The Embedded Web Server  Home page appears, showing information for the HP All-
in-One.
NOTE: If you are using a proxy server in your browser, you might need to disable
it to access the Embedded Web Server.
3. Click the  Networking  tab.
4. Click  Wired (802.3)  or Wireless (802.11)  in the Connections  navigation menu.
5. Click  Start Wizard , and then follow all of the wizard instructions.
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Related topics
“
View and print network settings” on page 41
Network configuration page definitions
The network configuration page shows the network settings for the HP All-in-One. There
are settings for general information, 802.3 wired (Ethernet), 802.11 wireless, and
Bluetooth
®.
This section contains the following topics:
•
General network settings
•
Wired (802.3) network settings
•
Wireless (802.11) network settings
•
Bluetooth settings
Related topics
•“
View and print network settings” on page 41
•“
Network glossary” on page 52
General network settings
The following table describes the general network settings shown on the network
configuration page.
ParameterDescription
Network StatusStatus of the HP All-in-One:
•Ready : The HP All-in-One is ready to receive or transmit data.
•Offline : The HP All-in-One is not currently connected to the network.
Active connection
typeNetwork mode of the HP All-in-One:
•Wired: The HP All-in-One is connecte d by Ethernet cable to an IEEE
802.3 network.
•Wireless : The HP All-in-One is connected to a wireless (802.11) network.
•None: There is no network connection.
URLThe IP address of the Embedded Web Server.
NOTE: You will need to know this URL when you try to access the
Embedded Web Server.
Firmware
RevisionThe internal networking component and device firmware revision code.
NOTE: If you call HP Support, depending on the problem, you might be
asked to provide the firmware revision code.
HostnameThe TCP/IP name assigned by the installation software to the device. By
default, this is the letters HP followed by the last 6 digits of the Media Access
Control (MAC) address.
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ParameterDescription
Admin PasswordStatus of the administrators password for the Embedded Web Server:
•Set: Password is specified. You mu st enter the password to make
changes to the Embedded Web Server parameters.
•Not Set : No password is set. A password is not required for making
changes to the Embedded Web Server parameters.
mDNSSome local and ad hoc networks do not use central DNS servers. They use
a DNS alternative called mDNS.
With mDNS, your computer can find  and use any HP All-in-One connected
to your local area network. It can also work with any other Ethernet-enabled
device that appears on the network.
Wired (802.3) network settings
The following table describes the 802.3 wired settings shown on the network configuration
page.
ParameterDescription
Hardware
Address (MAC)The Media Access Control (MAC) address  that identifies the HP All-in-One.
This is a unique 12-digit identifica tion number assigned to networking
hardware for identification, including  routers, switches, and other such
devices. No two pieces of hard ware have the same MAC address.
NOTE: Some Internet service providers (ISPs) require that you register the
MAC address of the Network Card or LAN Adapter that was connected to
your cable or DSL modem during installation.
IP AddressThis address uniquely identifies the dev ice on the network. IP addresses are
assigned dynamically through DHCP or AutoIP. You can also set up a static
IP address, though this is not recommended.
CAUTION: Be careful when manually assigning an IP address. An invalid
IP address during installation will prevent your network components from
seeing the HP All-in-One.
Subnet MaskA subnet is an IP address assigned by the installation software to make an
additional network available as part of  a larger network. Subnets are specified
by a subnet mask. This mask determi nes which of the HP All-in-One IP
address bits identify the network and s ubnet, and which bits identify the device
itself.
NOTE: It is recommended that the HP All-in-One and the computers that
use it all reside on the same subnet.
Default GatewayA node on a network that serves as an entrance to another network. A node
in this instance can be a computer or some other device.
NOTE: The address of the default gateway is assigned by the installation
software, unless you have alre ady set a manual ip address.
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ParameterDescription
Configuration
SourceThe protocol used to assign the IP address to the HP All-in-One:
•AutoIP: The installation software automatically determines the
configuration parameters.
•DHCP : The configuration parameters are supplied by a dynamic host
configuration protocol (DHCP) serv er on the network. On small networks,
this could be a router.
•Manual : The configuration parameters are set manually, such as a static
IP address.
•Not Specified : The mode used when the HP All-in-One is initializing.
DNS serverThe IP address of the domain name service (DNS) for the network. When you
use the web or send an e-mail message, you use a domain name to do it. For
example, the URL http://www.hp.com contains the domain name hp.com. The
DNS on the Internet translates the domain name into an IP address. Devices
use the IP addresses to refer to one another.
•IP Address: The IP address of the domain name server.
•Not Specified : The IP address is not specified,  or the device is initializing.
NOTE: Check to see if a DNS IP address appears on the network
configuration page. If no address is shown, obtain the DNS IP address from
your Internet service provider (ISP).
Link
ConfigurationThe speed at which data is transmitted  over a network. Speeds include 10TX-
Full , 10TX-Half , 100TX-Full , and 100TX-Half . When set to  None, networking
is disabled.
Total Packets
transmittedThe number of packets transmitted by t he HP All-in-One without error since
it has been turned on. The counter clears after the HP All-in-One is turned
off. When a message is transmitted over a packet-switching network, it is
broken up into packets. Each packet contains the destination address as well
as the data.
Total Packets
receivedThe number of packets received by the  HP All-in-One without error since it
has been turned on. The counter clears after the HP All-in-One is turned off.
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Wireless (802.11) network settings
The following table describes the 802.11 wireless settings shown on the network
configuration page.
ParameterDescription
Hardware
Address (MAC)The Media Access Control (MAC) address that identifies the HP All-in-One.
This is a unique 12-digit identifica tion number assigned to networking
hardware for identification, including wi reless access points, routers, and
other such devices. No two pieces of hardware have the same MAC address.
Two MAC addresses are assigned: one for wired Ethernet and one for
wireless 802.11.
NOTE: Some Internet service providers (ISPs) require that you register the
MAC address of the Network Card or LAN Adapter that was connected to
your cable or DSL modem during installation.
IP AddressThis address uniquely identifies the dev ice on the network. IP addresses are
assigned dynamically through DHCP or AutoIP. You can also set up a static
IP address, though this is not recommended.
NOTE: Manually assigning an invalid IP address during installation will
prevent your network components from seeing the HP All-in-One.
Subnet MaskA subnet is an IP address assigned by the installation software to make an
additional network available as part of  a larger network. Subnets are specified
by a subnet mask. This mask determi nes which of the HP All-in-One IP
address bits identify the network and s ubnet, and which bits identify the device
itself.
NOTE: It is recommended that the HP All-in-One and the computers that
use it all reside on the same subnet.
Default GatewayA node on a network that serves as an entrance to another network. A node
in this instance can be a computer or some other device.
NOTE: The address of the default gateway is assigned by the installation
software.
Configuration
SourceThe protocol used to assign the IP address to the HP All-in-One:
•AutoIP : The installation software automatically determines the
configuration parameters.
•DHCP : The configuration parameters are supplied by a dynamic host
configuration protocol (DHCP) server on the network. On small networks,
this could be a router.
•Manual : The configuration parameters are set manually, such as a static
IP address.
•Not Specified : The mode used when the HP All-in-One is initializing.
DNS serverThe IP address of the domain name service (DNS) for the network. When you
use the Web or send an e-mail message, you use a domain name to do it.
For example, the URL http://www.hp.com contains the domain name hp.com.
The DNS on the Internet translates the domain name into an IP address.
Devices use the IP addresses to refer to one another.
•IP Address: The IP address of the domain name server.
•Not Specified : The IP address is not specified,  or the device is initializing.
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