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Setting up your **HP Smart Tank 5100 printer** for WiFi can seem tricky at first, especially if you’re new to wireless printing. However, with the right steps and clear instructions, you can easily connect your printer to your wireless network and enjoy seamless printing from any device — whether it’s a computer, laptop, smartphone, or tablet.

This guide provides a complete, step-by-step explanation of how to set up your **HP Smart Tank 5100** on WiFi. We’ll cover everything — from preparing your printer and network to using the **HP Smart app**, troubleshooting connectivity problems, and more.

If you ever face issues during setup, you can always reach out to **HP Printer Support** at **1-866-203-7571** for quick and reliable assistance.

## **1. Introduction to HP Smart Tank 5100 Wireless Setup**

The **HP Smart Tank 5100 series** is designed for home and small office use, featuring **high-quality printing, scanning, and copying** with refillable ink tanks for cost-efficient operation. One of its most useful features is **wireless connectivity**, which allows users to print documents directly from their devices over WiFi.

There are several methods to connect your **HP Smart Tank 5100** printer to WiFi:

* **WiFi Setup using HP Smart App**
* **WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) method**
* **Manual WiFi Setup (via printer control panel)**
* **USB setup followed by wireless configuration**

We’ll go through each method in detail.

## **2. Pre-Requisites Before Starting HP Smart Tank 5100 WiFi Setup**

Before you begin, ensure that everything is ready to make the setup process smooth and successful.

### **2.1 Check the Items in the Printer Box**

When you unbox your HP Smart Tank 5100, you should have:

* HP Smart Tank 5100 Printer
* Power cable
* Ink bottles (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)
* USB cable (optional, for wired setup)
* Setup guide and installation CD (if applicable)

### **2.2 Prepare the Printer**

1. **Unpack the printer carefully.**
2. Remove all **packaging materials** and protective tapes.
3. Open the ink tank lids and fill the ink bottles in their respective color-coded tanks.
4. Allow the printer to perform its **initial ink charging** process.
5. Load a few sheets of plain paper into the paper tray.
6. Connect the power cable and **turn on** the printer.

### **2.3 Check the Network Requirements**

* Ensure you have a **wireless network (WiFi router)** available.
* Your **computer or smartphone** should be connected to the same WiFi network.
* The network should be **2.4 GHz** (not 5 GHz) for better compatibility.
* Keep your **WiFi password** ready.

## **3. Method 1: HP Smart App Wireless Setup**

The **HP Smart App** is the easiest and most recommended way to connect your HP Smart Tank 5100 printer to WiFi. You can use this method on both Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices.

### **3.1 Download and Install the HP Smart App**

1. Visit the official website: [https://123.hp.com](https://123.hp.com)
2. Download and install the **HP Smart App** for your device.
3. Open the app and sign in or create an HP account.

### **3.2 Prepare the Printer for WiFi Setup**

If your printer has not been connected to WiFi before:

* Make sure it’s **in setup mode**.
* When in setup mode, the **WiFi light** should blink blue.
* If it’s not blinking, **reset the WiFi** by pressing and holding the **WiFi button** on the printer for **5 seconds** until the light starts blinking.

### **3.3 Connect Using the HP Smart App**

1. Open the **HP Smart App**.
2. Tap **“+” (Add Printer)** on the home screen.
3. Select **“Set Up a New Printer”**.
4. The app will search for available HP printers.
5. Select **HP Smart Tank 5100** from the list.
6. Choose your **WiFi network** and enter the **password**.
7. Wait for the app to connect the printer to your WiFi.

### **3.4 Complete the Setup**

* Once connected, the **WiFi light** on your printer will turn **solid blue**, indicating a successful connection.
* The app will prompt you to complete other setup steps such as printer registration and ink level alignment.
* Print a **test page** to confirm successful setup.

## **4. Method 2: WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Button Method**

If your router supports **WPS**, you can quickly connect your HP Smart Tank 5100 to WiFi without entering the network password.

### **4.1 Steps to Connect Using WPS**

1. Turn on your HP Smart Tank 5100 printer.
2. Locate the **WiFi button** on the printer.
3. Press and hold the **WiFi button** for about **3 seconds** until the blue WiFi light starts blinking.
4. Go to your **WiFi router**, and press the **WPS button** within **2 minutes**.
5. Wait for about **60 seconds** for the devices to connect.

### **4.2 Confirmation**

* When connected, the **WiFi light** will become **solid blue**.
* Your printer is now connected to the wireless network.

This is the fastest way to connect without needing a smartphone or computer.

## **5. Method 3: Manual WiFi Setup (Without App)**

If you prefer not to use the HP Smart app, you can manually connect your printer to WiFi.

### **5.1 Enable WiFi Setup Mode**

1. Make sure the printer is **powered on**.
2. Press and hold the **WiFi and Cancel buttons** simultaneously for **5 seconds**.
3. The **WiFi light** will start blinking — indicating the printer is in setup mode.

### **5.2 Connect from Your Computer**

1. On your computer, go to **WiFi settings**.
2. Connect to the temporary WiFi network named something like **“DIRECT-HP-5100...”**
3. Open a web browser and enter **192.168.223.1** in the address bar.
4. This opens the **HP Printer Embedded Web Server (EWS)**.
5. Navigate to **Network > Wireless Setup Wizard**.
6. Select your home WiFi network and enter the password.
7. Click **Apply** and wait for the printer to connect.

Once connected, your printer will display a **solid blue WiFi light**.

## **6. Method 4: USB Setup Followed by Wireless Configuration**

If you have difficulty connecting wirelessly, you can start with a **USB connection**, then switch to WiFi.

### **6.1 Connect the Printer via USB**

1. Plug one end of the **USB cable** into your printer and the other into your computer.
2. Open the **HP Smart App** or visit [123.hp.com](https://123.hp.com).
3. Download the full software and driver package.

### **6.2 Configure Wireless Setup**

1. Launch the **HP Setup Utility**.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions until you reach the **“Network Connection”** screen.
3. Choose **Wireless (WiFi)** as your connection type.
4. Select your WiFi network and enter the password.
5. Once setup is complete, you can **remove the USB cable**.

## **7. Connecting Mobile Devices to HP Smart Tank 5100**

Once your printer is connected to WiFi, you can easily print from smartphones and tablets.

### **7.1 For Android Devices**

1. Install the **HP Smart App** from the **Google Play Store**.
2. Ensure your Android device is connected to the same WiFi network.
3. Open the app, tap **Print Photos** or **Print Documents**, and select your file.
4. Choose **HP Smart Tank 5100** as your printer.
5. Tap **Print**.

### **7.2 For iPhone/iPad**

1. Install the **HP Smart App** from the **App Store**.
2. Make sure your device is on the same WiFi.
3. Open the document or image.
4. Tap the **Share icon → Print → Select Printer → HP Smart Tank 5100**.
5. Tap **Print** to start printing.

## **8. How to Reconnect HP Smart Tank 5100 to a New WiFi Network**

If you change your router or WiFi network, you need to reconnect your printer.

### **Steps:**

1. Reset the WiFi settings by pressing and holding the **WiFi button** for **5 seconds** until the light blinks.
2. Open the **HP Smart App** on your device.
3. Tap **Add Printer → Set Up a New Printer**.
4. Follow the same steps as before to connect to the new network.

## **9. Print a Wireless Network Test Report**

If you want to check the printer’s WiFi connection status, you can print a **network report**.

### **Steps:**

1. Press and hold the **Resume button** for **10 seconds**.
2. The printer will print a **Wireless Network Test Report**.
3. The page shows:

* Printer’s IP address
* Network name (SSID)
* Signal strength
* Connection status
* Any error codes

This report helps in diagnosing connection issues.

## **10. Troubleshooting HP Smart Tank 5100 WiFi Setup Issues**

If your printer doesn’t connect or keeps disconnecting, here are the most common fixes.

### **10.1 Printer Not Found in HP Smart App**

* Ensure the printer is **powered on**.
* Make sure the **WiFi light is blinking** (setup mode).
* Restart your **WiFi router** and **device**.
* Move the printer closer to the router.
* Reset the WiFi settings and try again.

### **10.2 WiFi Light Keeps Blinking**

* This means the printer is not connected.
* Re-enter setup mode by holding the **WiFi button** for 5 seconds.
* Try connecting again using the HP Smart App or WPS.

### **10.3 Printer Offline Error**

* On your computer, go to **Printers & Scanners** settings.
* Right-click on **HP Smart Tank 5100** and select **Use Printer Online**.
* Restart the HP Smart App and try printing again.

### **10.4 Connection Drops Frequently**

* Ensure your router’s **firmware** is up to date.
* Assign a **static IP address** to your printer via router settings.
* Avoid interference from other devices (microwaves, cordless phones, etc.).

### **10.5 Cannot Connect After Changing Router**

* Reset printer network settings.
* Use HP Smart App to reconfigure WiFi.
* Make sure you’re using a **2.4 GHz network**, not 5 GHz.

## **11. Advanced Wireless Settings (Optional)**

For advanced users, the HP Smart Tank 5100 allows additional network customization via the **Embedded Web Server (EWS)**.

### **11.1 Access the EWS**

1. Find the printer’s IP address (print a network report if needed).
2. Enter the IP address into your browser.
3. The EWS page will open.

### **11.2 Configure Settings**

* **Network tab**: Change wireless settings or assign a static IP.
* **Security tab**: Enable encryption or password protection.
* **Services tab**: Manage HP ePrint and updates.

## **12. Using HP Smart Tank 5100 for Wireless Printing and Scanning**

Once the WiFi setup is complete, you can use your printer for a variety of tasks.

### **12.1 Wireless Printing**

* Print directly from any device on the same network.
* Supports file types: PDF, DOCX, JPEG, PNG, etc.

### **12.2 Wireless Scanning**

1. Open the **HP Smart App**.
2. Tap **Scan**.
3. Choose **Scanner** or **Camera Scan**.
4. Adjust settings like DPI, color, and page size.
5. Save or share the scanned file instantly.

### **12.3 Cloud Printing**

* With the HP Smart App, you can print from **Google Drive**, **Dropbox**, or **OneDrive**.
* Perfect for remote or mobile work environments.

## **13. Benefits of HP Smart Tank 5100 Wireless Printing**

Wireless setup offers several advantages:

* **No cables needed** for daily printing.
* Print from **multiple devices** at once.
* **Mobile printing** from anywhere in the house.
* **Easy sharing** among multiple users.
* Remote monitoring through the **HP Smart App**.

## **14. HP Smart Tank 5100 WiFi Setup via Mac**

If you are using a **MacBook or iMac**, here’s how to set it up:

1. Download the **HP Smart App** from the **Mac App Store**.
2. Turn on the printer and ensure WiFi is blinking.
3. Open the HP Smart App → Add Printer.
4. Select **HP Smart Tank 5100**.
5. Connect to your WiFi network by entering the password.
6. Once the printer is detected, print a test page.

## **15. Reset HP Smart Tank 5100 WiFi Settings**

Sometimes, resetting the network settings can help resolve connection problems.

### **Steps to Reset WiFi Settings:**

1. Press and hold the **WiFi** and **Cancel** buttons together for **5 seconds**.
2. The WiFi light will start blinking, indicating reset.
3. Set up the WiFi again using the HP Smart App or WPS.

## **16. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)**

### **Q1. How do I know if my HP Smart Tank 5100 is connected to WiFi?**

If the **WiFi light** is solid blue, your printer is successfully connected.

### **Q2. Can I connect the printer to multiple devices?**

Yes, as long as all devices are on the same WiFi network.

### **Q3. What if my printer is far from the router?**

Try using a **WiFi range extender** or move the printer closer for better connectivity.

### **Q4. Do I need an internet connection for WiFi printing?**

You need WiFi, but not necessarily internet — as long as devices are connected to the same local network.

### **Q5. Can I use HP Smart Tank 5100 without WiFi?**

Yes, you can use a **USB connection** if WiFi is unavailable.

## **17. When to Contact HP Printer Support**

If your **HP Smart Tank 5100** continues to have connection or setup issues after following the steps above, it’s best to contact **HP Support**.

You can reach **HP Printer Technical Support** at:

📞 **1-866-203-7571**

Support experts are available to:

* Help with setup and driver installation.
* Troubleshoot WiFi connection errors.
* Resolve printer offline or not printing issues.
* Provide assistance with HP Smart App setup.

## **18. Summary**

Setting up your **HP Smart Tank 5100** printer on WiFi gives you the flexibility to print from any device, anywhere in your home or office. Here’s a quick recap:

| Step | Action |
| ---- | ------------------------------------ |
| 1 | Prepare printer and fill ink tanks |
| 2 | Install HP Smart App |
| 3 | Connect printer to WiFi (App or WPS) |
| 4 | Add printer to devices |
| 5 | Print test page to confirm setup |

If you encounter any difficulties, you can always reset your WiFi settings and start again — or call **1-866-203-7571** for professional guidance.

## **Conclusion**

The **HP Smart Tank 5100 WiFi setup** process is straightforward once you understand the different methods. Whether you use the **HP Smart App**, **WPS button**, or **manual connection**, your printer can be up and running in minutes.

Wireless printing eliminates clutter, saves time, and enhances productivity. So follow this guide carefully, enjoy hassle-free printing, and remember — if you ever need expert assistance, **HP Support at 1-866-203-7571** is just a call away.