# 1-866-203-7571 How to Do HP Smart Tank Plus 651 Wireless Setup?

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The **HP Smart Tank Plus 651** is one of HP’s most efficient all-in-one ink tank printers, designed for high-volume printing, scanning, and copying. Its built-in **dual-band Wi-Fi**, spill-free ink tank system, and compatibility with the **HP Smart App** make it ideal for homes and small offices.

But to unlock its full potential, you must correctly set up the printer on Wi-Fi.
If the wireless setup is not done properly, you may face issues like offline errors, connection drops, printer not found, and mobile/PC not detecting the printer on the network.

This **complete guide** explains **every method** to connect the HP Smart Tank Plus 651 to Wi-Fi, including:

✔ Wi-Fi Setup using HP Smart App
✔ WPS Push Button Setup
✔ Wireless Setup using Printer Control Panel
✔ USB-to-Wireless Setup
✔ Wi-Fi Restore steps
✔ Troubleshooting connectivity issues

If you need expert help at any point, you can call **HP Wireless Support at 1-866-203-7571**.

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**SECTION 1: PREPARING YOUR HP SMART TANK PLUS 651 FOR WIFI SETUP**

Before you begin the wireless setup, complete the essential preparation tasks.

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## **1. Unbox and Power On the Printer**

If your HP Smart Tank Plus 651 is brand new:

1. Remove packaging material.
2. Fill the ink tanks using the included bottles.
3. Install printheads and cartridges.
4. Load paper into the tray.
5. Connect the power cable and turn on the printer.

Let the printer initialize. This may take a few minutes.

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**2. Connect the Printer to the Same Network as Your Device**

To avoid connection failure:

✔ Use a **2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network**, as HP Smart Tank series does not support 5 GHz for initial setup.
✔ Ensure your phone/laptop is on the same Wi-Fi.
✔ Avoid using guest networks or public hotspots.

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**3. Gather Information Before Starting**

Make sure you know:

* Wi-Fi network name (SSID)
* Wi-Fi password
* Router location
* Whether WPS is enabled (for the WPS method)

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**4. Check Network Requirements**

The HP Smart Tank Plus 651 supports:

* Dual-band Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz (recommended), 5 GHz (optional after setup)
* Wireless Direct / Wi-Fi Direct
* WPS (Push button and PIN)

Ensure your router:

✔ Has strong signal strength
✔ Has less interference
✔ Does not limit new connections

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**SECTION 2: METHOD 1 – HP SMART APP WIRELESS SETUP (EASIEST METHOD)**

The HP Smart App makes the setup process simple and streamlined.

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## **Step 1: Download the HP Smart App**

### **For Windows/Mac**

Visit the HP website or Microsoft Store to download *HP Smart*.

### **For Mobile Devices**

* **Android** → Google Play Store
* **iOS** → Apple App Store

Search for **HP Smart** → Install the app.

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## **Step 2: Enable Bluetooth on Your Device**

Bluetooth allows HP Smart to detect the printer automatically during setup.

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## **Step 3: Add Your HP Smart Tank Plus 651**

1. Open the **HP Smart App**.
2. Click **+** (Add Printer).
3. Select **Set Up a New Printer**.
4. The app will search for the HP Smart Tank Plus 651.
5. Tap the printer name when it appears.

If the printer does not appear, reset Wi-Fi (instructions in Section 6).

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**Step 4: Connect Printer to Wi-Fi**

1. Choose your Wi-Fi network (SSID).
2. Enter the Wi-Fi password.
3. The app will configure the device.
4. A confirmation message will appear: **“Connected to Wi-Fi Successfully.”**

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## **Step 5: Print a Test Page**

Print a test page to ensure the printer is working correctly.

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**SECTION 3: METHOD 2 – WPS PUSH BUTTON (WITHOUT PASSWORD)**

This method is very simple if your router supports WPS.

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## **Step 1: Prepare the Printer**

1. On the printer control panel, touch **Wi-Fi icon**.
2. Select **Wi-Fi Settings**.
3. Select **WPS (Push Button)**.
4. Press **Start**.

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## **Step 2: Press the WPS Button on Router**

Within **2 minutes**, press and hold the router’s **WPS** button for 3–5 seconds.

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## **Step 3: Wait for Connection**

Your printer’s Wi-Fi light will:

* Blink → During setup
* Turn solid → Connected

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## **Step 4: Print a Wireless Report (Optional)**

To verify the connection:

1. Go to **Network Setup**.
2. Select **Print Wireless Report**.

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**SECTION 4: METHOD 3 – WPS PIN SETUP**

Some routers require a WPS PIN to connect devices.

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## **Step 1: Generate WPS PIN on Printer**

1. Press **Wi-Fi icon**.
2. Go to **Wi-Fi Settings**.
3. Choose **WPS (PIN)**.
4. The printer will display an 8-digit PIN.

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**Step 2: Enter PIN on Router’s Admin Page**

1. Open a browser and type your router IP:

* 192.168.0.1
* 192.168.1.1
* 192.168.1.254
2. Log in.
3. Go to **Wi-Fi > WPS Settings**.
4. Enter the PIN shown on your printer.
5. Save settings.

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**Step 3: Printer Connects Automatically**

When the connection is successful, the Wi-Fi indicator becomes stable.

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**SECTION 5: METHOD 4 – USING THE PRINTER CONTROL PANEL**

You can connect to Wi-Fi directly from the Smart Tank 651 control panel.

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**Step 1: Access Wireless Setup Wizard**

1. Touch the **Wi-Fi icon**.
2. Select **Wi-Fi Setup Wizard**.

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**Step 2: Choose Your Network**

The printer will scan available networks.

1. Select the Wi-Fi name.
2. Enter the password (use on-screen keys).
3. Confirm.

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**Step 3: Printer Connects Automatically**

You will see:

✔ **Connection successful**
✔ IP address assigned

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**SECTION 6: METHOD 5 – USB-TO-WIFI SETUP (FOR WINDOWS & MAC)**

If Wi-Fi setup is not working, use a USB cable.

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**Step 1: Connect Printer via USB**

Use the included USB cable and connect your printer to your computer.

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**Step 2: Install HP Smart App**

Open HP Smart → Add Printer.

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**Step 3: Choose “Convert to Wireless”**

1. The app will detect the printer via USB.
2. Choose **Wireless Setup**.
3. Select your network and enter password.
4. Follow on-screen instructions.

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## **Step 4: Disconnect USB**

After the setup completes, remove the USB cable.

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# **SECTION 7: RESETTING THE PRINTER’S WIFI (IF NOT DETECTED)**

If the printer is not showing up during setup, reset its wireless settings.

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## **How to Restore Network Settings on HP Smart Tank Plus 651**

1. On the printer, touch **Wi-Fi icon**.
2. Select **Network Settings**.
3. Choose **Restore Network Defaults**.
4. Confirm.

The printer restarts; Wi-Fi light will start blinking, indicating setup mode.

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**SECTION 8: CONNECTING HP SMART TANK PLUS 651 TO MOBILE DEVICES**

The printer supports Android/iOS wireless printing.

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## **A. For Android Devices**

1. Install **HP Smart App**.
2. Turn on Bluetooth.
3. Open HP Smart → Add Printer.
4. Connect using Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct.

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## **B. For iPhone/iPad (iOS)**

1. Download **HP Smart App** from App Store.
2. Connect the iPhone to the same Wi-Fi as the printer.
3. Add Printer → Select HP Smart Tank Plus 651.

Alternatively, you can use **AirPrint** for direct printing.

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# **SECTION 9: USING WI-FI DIRECT**

Wi-Fi Direct allows printing without a router.

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## **How to Enable Wi-Fi Direct**

1. Go to printer control panel.
2. Select **Wi-Fi Direct**.
3. Turn on Wi-Fi Direct.

Your printer will broadcast a network like:

**DIRECT-HP-651-xxxx**

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## **Connect from Mobile or Laptop**

1. Open Wi-Fi settings on your device.
2. Select the DIRECT network.
3. Enter the default password printed on the printer label.

Now print directly via HP Smart or HP Print Service Plugin.

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**SECTION 10: TROUBLESHOOTING HP SMART TANK PLUS 651 WIFI SETUP PROBLEMS**

Below are the most common wireless issues and their solutions.

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## **1. Printer Not Found in HP Smart App**

✔ Reset printer network settings
✔ Restart router
✔ Enable location & Bluetooth on device
✔ Bring printer closer to router

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## **2. Wi-Fi Light Keeps Blinking**

This means the connection is not complete.

Fix:

* Enter correct password
* Try 2.4 GHz network
* Reduce interference
* Re-run Wi-Fi Setup Wizard

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## **3. HP Smart Tank 651 Shows “Offline”**

Try:

1. Restart the printer
2. Enable **HP Smart > Diagnose & Fix**
3. Set printer as default
4. Reconnect Wi-Fi

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**4. Router Not Allowing New Devices**

Check router settings:

* Disable MAC filtering
* Increase DHCP range
* Turn off AP Isolation

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## **5. Slow Printing Over Wi-Fi**

✔ Move printer closer to router
✔ Avoid VPN on mobile/PC
✔ Clear print queue
✔ Update firmware

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## **6. Wi-Fi Direct Password Not Working**

Print the Wi-Fi Direct Report again—it updates automatically.

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**SECTION 11: ADVANCED NETWORK SETTINGS**

The HP Smart Tank Plus 651 supports multiple advanced wireless functions.

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## **1. Assign Static IP Address**

To ensure stable connectivity:

1. Print Network Configuration Page.
2. Note down the IP address.
3. Login to router.
4. Go to DHCP Reservation.
5. Assign the IP to your printer.

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## **2. Update Firmware**

Firmware updates fix wireless bugs.

1. Open HP Smart App.
2. Go to **Printer Settings**.
3. Choose **Advanced Settings**.
4. Update firmware.

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## **3. Reinstall HP Printer Drivers**

If the printer fails to print over Wi-Fi:

* Windows: use HP Easy Start
* Mac: reinstall printer via System Preferences

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**SECTION 12: SETTING UP FOR MULTIPLE DEVICES**

The HP Smart Tank 651 supports unlimited devices on the same network.

To add another device:

1. Install HP Smart App
2. Add Printer
3. Connect automatically

No need to repeat the entire Wi-Fi setup.

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**SECTION 13: WHEN TO CALL SUPPORT – 1-866-203-7571**

If you experience any of the following:

✔ Printer not detected even after reset
✔ Wi-Fi fails repeatedly
✔ WPS not working
✔ Firmware update loop
✔ Router compatibility issues
✔ HP Smart App keeps crashing
✔ Printer stuck in setup mode

Call **HP Wireless Support at 1-866-203-7571** for advanced help.

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**SECTION 14: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)**

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**Q1: Does HP Smart Tank Plus 651 support 5 GHz Wi-Fi?**

It supports 2.4 GHz during setup.
5 GHz may work after firmware updates, but 2.4 GHz is recommended.

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**Q2: Can I print from my iPhone?**

Yes, through:

* HP Smart App
* Apple AirPrint
* Wi-Fi Direct

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## **Q3: Why is my printer not connecting to Wi-Fi?**

Common reasons:

* Incorrect password
* Weak router signal
* MAC filtering enabled
* Printer not in setup mode

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## **Q4: How far should my printer be from the router?**

Ideally **within 10–15 feet** without obstructions.

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## **Q5: Can I use the printer without Wi-Fi?**

Yes, use:

* USB cable
* Wi-Fi Direct

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# **CONCLUSION**

Setting up the **HP Smart Tank Plus 651 wireless connection** is simple when using the right method. Whether you choose:

* HP Smart App
* WPS Button
* Setup Wizard
* USB-to-Wireless

…you can get connected quickly and begin printing using your smartphone, tablet, or computer.

If you run into issues or need expert assistance, contact:

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