# How to Rename Printers in HP Smart (Windows 11) – Easily Identify Multiple HP Printers
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If you have two identical HP printers (HP OfficeJet Pro 9125) in different locations, it can be confusing to identify which printer you’re sending a job to in HP Smart. Fortunately, you can rename each printer so they appear with clear names like “Office Printer” or “Home Printer.”

This simple guide explains how to rename HP printers in Windows 11 using HP Smart.
## Why Rename Your Printers?

When two printers have the same model name, HP Smart may show them like this:

HP OfficeJet Pro 9125

HP OfficeJet Pro 9125 (Copy)

This makes it easy to accidentally print to the wrong printer.

Renaming them helps you quickly identify them, for example:

HP 9125 – Home

HP 9125 – Office

HP 9125 – Upstairs

HP 9125 – Warehouse
## Method 1: Rename Printer Using HP Smart

Follow these steps on your Windows 11 HP laptop.

Step 1

Open the HP Smart app.

Step 2

Select the printer you want to rename from the printer list.

Step 3

Click Printer Settings.

Step 4

Go to Advanced Settings.

This will open the Embedded Web Server (EWS) in your browser.

Step 5

Click System or Printer Information.

Step 6

Find the field labeled Printer Name.

Step 7

Enter a new name such as:

Office 9125

Home 9125

Studio Printer

Step 8

Click Apply or Save.

Your printer will now appear with the new name.
## Method 2: Rename Printer Using Windows 11 Settings

You can also rename the printer directly from Windows.

Step 1

Open Settings.

Step 2

Click Bluetooth & Devices.

Step 3

Select Printers & Scanners.

Step 4

Click your HP OfficeJet Pro 9125 printer.

Step 5

Select Printer Properties.

Step 6

In the General tab, edit the Printer Name.

Example:

HP 9125 – Home

HP 9125 – Office

Step 7

Click Apply → OK.

Now Windows will show the printer with the updated name.
## Method 3: Rename Printer via Web Browser (Best Method)

Each HP printer has a built-in web management page.

Steps

Print a Network Configuration Page from the printer.

Find the Printer IP Address (example: 192.168.1.45).

Enter the IP address in your browser.

Open Network → Advanced Settings.

Change the Bonjour Name / Host Name.

Save the changes.

This method updates the printer name across all devices on the network.
## Example Naming Ideas

To avoid confusion, use names based on location.

Examples:

HP 9125 – Home Office

HP 9125 – Basement

HP 9125 – Front Desk

HP 9125 – Upstairs

This makes it easier for everyone to pick the correct printer.
## If HP Smart Still Shows Duplicate Printers

Sometimes HP Smart keeps showing the old name.

Try this:

Remove the printer from HP Smart.

Restart the computer.

Add the printer again.

HP Smart will detect the updated printer name.
## Final Tip

When managing multiple printers, always:

Give each printer a unique location name

Use the printer’s IP address if needed

Keep firmware updated in HP Smart

This prevents printing mistakes and makes printer management much easier.
## Quick Summary

If you have two HP OfficeJet Pro 9125 printers, you can rename them by:

Using HP Smart → Printer Settings → Advanced Settings

Renaming them in Windows 11 Printer Properties

Changing the Printer Name in the printer’s web interface

After renaming, your printers will appear with clear names so you can easily select the correct one.
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