HP Photosmart Wireless e All in One Printer B110b User Manual

							There are two methods you can use to connect the HP Photosmart to your computer
using an ad hoc wireless network connection. Once connected, you can install the
HP Photosmart software.
Turn on the wireless radio for the HP Photosmart and the wireless radio on your computer.
On your computer, connect to the network name (SSID) hp (product model).(6-digit
unique identifier), which is the default ad hoc network created by the HP Photosmart.
The 6-digit identifier is unique to each printer.
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 connect the HP Photosmart 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 using the directions below.
NOTE:The product comes configured with a network profile with hp (product
model).(6-digit unique identifier) as the network name (SSID). However, for
security and privacy HP recommends you create a new network profile on your
computer as described here.
To create a network profile (Windows Vista)
NOTE:The product comes configured with a network profile with hp (product
model).(6-digit unique identifier) as the network name (SSID). However, for
security and privacy HP recommends you create a new network profile on your
computer as described here.
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							1.In the Control Panel, double-click Network and Internet, then Network and
Sharing Center..
2.In the Network and Sharing Center (under Tasks on the left), select Set up a
connection or network.
3.Choose the connection option Set up a wireless ad hoc (computer-to-computer)
network, then click Next. Read the description and warnings about ad hoc networks,
then click Next>.
4.Enter details, including Network name (the SSID for your ad hoc connection),
Security type, and SecurityPassphrase. If you are going to save this network
connection, check Save this network. Make a note of the SSID and the Security key/
Passphrase for future reference. Click Next
5.Continue to follow the prompts to complete setup of the ad hoc network connection.
To create a network profile (Windows XP)
NOTE:The product comes configured with a network profile with hp (product
model).(6-digit unique identifier) 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.
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.
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.
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							f.In the Confirm network key box, type the same WEP 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 connection 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
Install the software for a network connection
Tips for setting up and using a networked printer
Install the software for a network connection
Use this section to install the HP Photosmart software on a computer connected to a
network. Before you install the software, make sure you have connected the
HP Photosmart to a network. If the HP Photosmart has not been connected to a network,
follow the onscreen instructions during the software installation to connect the product to
the network.
NOTE:If your computer is configured to connect to a series of network drives, make
sure that your computer is currently connected to these drives before installing the
software. Otherwise, the HP Photosmart software installer might try to use one of the
reserved drive letters and you will not be able to access that network drive on your
computer.
NOTE:Installation time can range from 20 to 45 minutes depending on your
operating system, the amount of available space, and the processor speed of your
computer.
To install the Windows HP Photosmart Software on a networked computer
1.Quit all applications running on your computer.
2.Insert the Windows CD that came with the product into the CD-ROM drive on your
computer and follow the onscreen instructions.
NOTE:If the HP Photosmart is not connected to a network, when prompted,
connect the product to the computer using the USB setup cable included in the
box. The product will then attempt to connect to the network.
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.
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							4.On the Connection Type screen, select an appropriate option, and then click Next.
The Searching screen appears as the Setup program searches for the product on
the network.
5.On the Printer Found screen, verify that the printer description is correct.
If more than one printer is found on the network, the Printers Found screen appears.
Select the product you want to connect.
6.Follow the prompts to install the software.
When you have finished installing the software, the product is ready for use.
7.To test your network connection, go to your computer and print a self-test report to
the product.
Tips for setting up and using a networked printer
Use the following tips to set up and use a networked printer:
•When setting up the wireless networked printer, make sure your wireless router or
access point is powered on. The printer searches for wireless routers, then lists the
detected network names on the display.
•When entering the WEP or WPA key, use the button next to Change Mode on the
lower left to switch among Alpha Keypad, Numeric Keypad, and Symbol Keypad.
•To verify the wireless connection, check the wireless radio light in the Wireless
Settings menu on the display. If the light is off, select Enable Wireless to enable the
wireless connection. It also displays the IP address of the printer.
•If your computer is connected to a Virtual Private Network (VPN), you need to
disconnect from the VPN before you can access any other device on your network.,
including the printer.
•Learn how to find your network security settings. Click here to go online for more
information.
•Learn about the Network Diagnostic Utility and other troubleshooting tips. Click here
to go online for more information.
•Learn how to change from a USB to wireless connection. Click here to go online for
more information.
•Learn how to work with your firewall and anti-virus programs during printer setup.
Click here to go online for more information.
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							8 Paper basics
Load media
1.Do one of the following:
Load small-size paper
a. Lower paper tray.
 Slide paper-width guide outwards.
b. Load paper.
 Insert stack of photo paper into paper tray with short edge forward and print
side down.
 Slide stack of paper forward until it stops.
NOTE:If the photo paper you are using has perforated tabs, load photo
paper so that tabs are closest to you.
 Slide paper-width guide inward until it stops at edge of paper.
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							Load full-size paper
a. Lower paper tray.
 Slide paper-width guide outwards.
b. Load paper.
 Insert stack of paper into paper tray with short edge forward and print side
down.
 Slide stack of paper forward until it stops.
 Slide paper-width guide inward until it stops at edge of paper.
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							2.View the animation for this topic.
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							9 HP support
•HP support by phone
•Additional warranty options
HP support by phone
Phone support options and availability vary by product, country/region, and language.
This section contains the following topics:
•Phone support period
•Placing a call
•After the phone support period
Phone support period
One year of phone support is available in North America, Asia Pacific, and Latin America
(including Mexico). To determine the duration of phone support in Europe, the Middle
East, and Africa, go to www.hp.com/support. Standard phone company charges apply.
Placing a call
Call HP support while you are in front of the computer and the product. Be prepared to
provide the following information:
•Product name (HP Photosmart Wireless B110 series)
•Serial number (located on the back or bottom of the product)
•Messages that appear when the situation occurs
•Answers to these questions:
◦Has this situation happened before?
◦Can you re-create it?
◦Did you add any new hardware or software to your computer at about the time
that this situation began?
◦Did anything else occur prior to this situation (such as a thunderstorm, product
was moved, etc.)?
For the list of support phone numbers, visit www.hp.com/support.
After the phone support period
After the phone support period, help is available from HP at an additional cost. Help may
also be available at the HP online support Web site: www.hp.com/support. Contact your
HP dealer or call the support phone number for your country/region to learn more about
support options.
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							Additional warranty options
Extended service plans are available for the HP Photosmart at additional costs. Go to
www.hp.com/support, select your country/region and language, then explore the services
and warranty area for information about the extended service plans.
Clear the paper jam from the rear access door
To clear a paper jam from the rear access door
1.Turn product off.
2.Remove rear door.
3.Remove jammed paper.
4.Replace rear door.
5.Turn on product.
6.Try printing again.
7.View the animation for this topic.
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