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The **HP Envy 6055e** is one of HP’s most popular smart printers designed for home and small office use. It supports **Wi-Fi**, **Wi-Fi Direct**, **mobile printing**, and **HP Smart App** based setup. Connecting the printer to wireless Internet is essential for printing from mobile devices, laptops, desktops, tablets, and cloud-based platforms.

This guide provides **every possible method** to connect your **HP Envy 6055e to WiFi**, including:

* Basic Wi-Fi setup
* Using the HP Smart App
* Using the Wireless Setup Wizard
* Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
* Connecting via Wi-Fi Direct
* Reconnecting after changing routers
* Troubleshooting connectivity errors
* Resetting network settings
* Advanced router tips
* Expert-level solutions

By the end of this full guide, your HP Envy 6055e will be successfully connected to WiFi.

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# **1. Understanding HP Envy 6055e Wireless Features**

Before connecting your HP Envy 6055e to WiFi, it helps to understand what the printer supports.

### ✓ **Dual-Band Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)**

* Works best with **2.4 GHz** for longer range
* Supports **5 GHz** for stronger speed if nearby

### ✓ **Self-Healing Wi-Fi**

The printer detects lost connections and tries to reconnect automatically.

### ✓ **HP Smart App Compatibility**

Required for initial setup on mobile devices and modern computers.

### ✓ **Wi-Fi Direct Printing**

Lets you print without a router.

### ✓ **WPS Connectivity**

Connects directly to the router with a single button.

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# **2. Prerequisites Before Starting WiFi Setup**

Make sure you have:

### ✔ A Working WiFi Network

Your router must:

* Broadcast 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz
* Have an active Internet connection
* Not be on restricted mode or MAC filtering

### ✔ WiFi Login Credentials

You will need:

* **Network Name (SSID)**
* **Password**

### ✔ The HP Smart App Installed

Download the HP Smart App on:

* **Windows**
* **Mac**
* **Android**
* **iPhone/iPad**

### ✔ Printer Prepared for Setup

Make sure:

* The printer is powered on
* Paper is loaded
* Ink cartridges are installed
* The printer is in **WiFi Setup Mode**

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# **3. Put HP Envy 6055e in Wi-Fi Setup Mode**

Your HP Envy 6055e must be in wireless setup mode before connecting.

### **How to Enable Setup Mode**

If the **blue WiFi light** on the control panel **is blinking**, your printer is already in setup mode.

If not:

### **Method 1 — Restore Network Settings**

1. Press and hold:

* **Wi-Fi button (🟦)**
* **Cancel (❌)**
together for **5 seconds**.
2. The **blue wireless light starts blinking** → setup mode enabled.

### **Method 2 — Restore Factory Defaults**

1. Press and hold:

* **Information (i)**
* **Cancel**
together for **5 seconds**.
2. Printer reboots → ready for setup.

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# **4. Method 1: Connect HP Envy 6055e to WiFi Using HP Smart App**

This is the **most recommended method** and works for all devices.

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## **✓ Step-by-Step Setup Using HP Smart App**

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

Download from:

* Windows Store
* Mac App Store
* Google Play
* Apple App Store

Open the app and log in with your HP account.

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### **Step 2: Add Your HP Envy 6055e**

1. Click **Add Printer**
2. HP Smart detects your printer if it is in **setup mode**

If not detected:

* Make sure the blue WiFi light is blinking
* Keep mobile/computer close to the printer

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### **Step 3: Select Your WiFi Network**

The app shows available networks.

Click:

* **Your WiFi Name (SSID)**

Enter the **WiFi password**.

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### **Step 4: Authorize WiFi Credentials**

The app sends Wi-Fi credentials to the printer.

You might see:

* “Accessing your printer”
* “Connecting printer to WiFi”
* "Configuring wireless settings"

Wait 1–2 minutes.

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### **Step 5: Connection Successful**

When connected:

* The blue Wi-Fi light becomes **solid ON**
* HP Smart shows “Printer Connected”

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### **Step 6: Print a Test Page**

From HP Smart:

* Click **Print Document**
or
* **Print Test Page**

Your HP Envy 6055e is now connected successfully.

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# **5. Method 2: Connect HP Envy 6055e to WiFi Using Wireless Setup Wizard (Printer Panel)**

This method doesn't require the HP Smart App.

### **Steps:**

1. Press the **Information (i)** button.
2. Press the **Wi-Fi button (🟦)**.
3. A network setup page prints.
4. Press the **Wi-Fi** and **Information** buttons together.
5. Your printer enters **Wireless Setup Wizard** mode.
6. The printer scans available WiFi networks.
7. Choose your **SSID** on the screen (only icons are available).
8. Enter your **WiFi password** using the buttons.

After successful connection:

* The blue light remains **solid**

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# **6. Method 3: Connect Using WPS Button (Fastest Method)**

This is the easiest way if your router supports **WPS**.

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## **WPS Push Button Setup**

### **Step 1: Activate WPS on Printer**

Press the **WiFi button** on the printer for **3–5 seconds**
→ Blue light starts blinking

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

Press and hold **WPS** for **3–5 seconds**.

The printer automatically connects in **2 minutes**.

### **Success Indicator**

* Blue WiFi light stops blinking
* Printer is connected!

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# **7. Method 4: Connect HP Envy 6055e Using Wi-Fi Direct (No Router Needed)**

Wi-Fi Direct allows printing even without the Internet.

### **Step 1: Enable Wi-Fi Direct**

Press the **Wi-Fi Direct** button.

The **WiFi Direct icon** lights up.

### **Step 2: View Wi-Fi Direct Password**

Press **Information (i)** → a page prints.

It shows:

* WiFi Direct Name
* WiFi Direct Password

### **Step 3: Connect Your Device**

On your phone/laptop:

1. Go to **WiFi Settings**
2. Select:

* **DIRECT-xx-HP Envy 6055e**
3. Enter the password printed earlier.

Now print using:

* HP Smart
* Email Printing
* AirPrint (iPhone)
* Mopria (Android)

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# **8. Method 5: Connect HP Envy 6055e to a New WiFi Router**

If you changed your WiFi password or router, do this:

### **Step 1: Reset Printer Network Settings**

Hold **WiFi + Cancel** for 5 seconds.

### **Step 2: Reconnect Using HP Smart**

Open HP Smart → Add Printer → Connect → Enter new WiFi password.

Within minutes, the printer reconnects.

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# **9. How to Check WiFi Connection Status**

### **Print a Wireless Report**

Press **Information (i)**.

A page prints containing:

* WiFi status
* Signal strength
* IP Address
* MAC address
* Error messages

### **Wireless Light Indicators**

| Light | Meaning |
| ------------- | ----------------- |
| Blinking Blue | In setup mode |
| Solid Blue | Connected to WiFi |
| Off | No WiFi |

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# **10. Troubleshooting WiFi Connection Issues**

If your HP Envy 6055e doesn’t connect, here are solutions.

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

### Solutions:

* Ensure the **blue WiFi light** is blinking
* Keep device within **10 feet**
* Restart printer
* Restart smartphone/computer
* Restart WiFi router
* Disable VPN or firewall temporarily

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## **2. Printer Not Connecting to WiFi Network**

### Causes:

* Wrong password
* Router too far
* 5 GHz-only network
* Router security settings too strict

### Fix:

* Ensure you are using **correct password**
* Connect to **2.4 GHz**
* Move printer closer to router
* Disable MAC filtering
* Change channel to 1, 6, or 11

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## **3. Blue WiFi Light Not Turning Solid**

### Fix:

* Reset printer network settings
* Use HP Smart for configuration
* Ensure DHCP is enabled on router
* Update router firmware

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## **4. Intermittent WiFi Disconnection**

### Causes:

* Weak WiFi signal
* Router reboot cycles
* Printer placed behind metal or walls

### Fix:

* Move printer closer
* Keep router elevated
* Avoid placing printer near microwave, fridge, or Bluetooth speakers
* Use Static IP (explained below)

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## **5. HP Smart App Setup Stuck at 99%**

### Fixes:

* Restart HP Smart App
* Clear app cache (Android)
* Connect device to same WiFi as printer
* Reset printer WiFi

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# **11. Advanced WiFi Router Settings for Best Performance**

### 1. Enable **2.4 GHz**

The 6055e works best on this band.

### 2. Disable **Guest Network Isolation**

It prevents devices from seeing each other.

### 3. Use WPA2 or WPA3 Security

Avoid WEP.

### 4. Ensure DHCP is ON

Printer requires dynamic IP assignment.

### 5. Set a **Static IP Address** on Printer

Improves reliability.

Steps:

* Login to router
* Go to DHCP settings
* Reserve IP for printer’s MAC address

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# **12. Reset HP Envy 6055e (Full Factory Reset)**

If nothing works, perform a factory reset:

### Steps:

1. Press & hold:

* **Information (i)**
* **Cancel (❌)**
for 5 seconds
2. Printer reboots
3. WiFi resets to default
4. Start setup again using HP Smart

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# **13. Connect HP Envy 6055e to WiFi on Different Devices**

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## **Connect Using Windows 10/11**

1. Install **HP Smart**
2. Add Printer
3. Enter WiFi password
4. Complete setup

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## **Connect Using MacBook/iMac**

1. Download HP Smart from App Store
2. Add printer
3. Allow MacOS permissions
4. Finish connection

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## **Connect Using iPhone/iPad (AirPrint Ready)**

1. Install HP Smart
2. Add printer
3. Connect to WiFi
4. Print via AirPrint

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## **Connect Using Android**

1. Install HP Smart
2. Enable Location (required by HP)
3. Add printer
4. Complete WiFi setup

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# **14. Printing After Connecting to WiFi**

Once connected, enjoy:

### ✓ Mobile Printing

### ✓ AirPrint

### ✓ Alexa Voice Printing

### ✓ Google Cloud Printing (Replacements)

### ✓ Wireless Scanning

### ✓ Remote Printing using HP+

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# **15. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)**

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## **1. Why is the WiFi light blinking?**

Because the printer is in **Setup Mode** and waiting to connect.

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## **2. What if I changed my WiFi password?**

Reset network settings → Reconnect using HP Smart.

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## **3. Can HP Envy 6055e connect to 5 GHz WiFi?**

Yes, but 2.4 GHz is recommended.

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## **4. How far can the printer be from the router?**

Ideally **within 20 feet**.

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## **5. Do I need Internet for Wi-Fi Direct printing?**

No, WiFi Direct works even without Internet.

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# **16. Contact Wireless Support (If Needed)**

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# **Conclusion**

Connecting the **HP Envy 6055e to WiFi** is simple when done with the correct method. Whether you use the **HP Smart App**, **WPS**, **Wireless Setup Wizard**, or **Wi-Fi Direct**, this guide covers every step you need. The key steps are ensuring the printer is in **setup mode**, selecting the correct network, and entering the password accurately.

With the detailed troubleshooting, router tips, and reset options provided, you should be able to resolve any issue and get your HP Envy 6055e online smoothly.

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