HP Deskjet 6800 series Network Guide

About this manual

This guide provides step‑by‑step instructions for connecting the HP Deskjet 6800 series printer to both wireless and wired Ethernet networks. It covers finding basic network settings, configuring security, installing printer software, and using the Embedded Web Server for management.

Additional sections include troubleshooting tips for wireless and wired connections, instructions for changing security settings, configuring the printer for software firewalls, and resetting the printer to factory defaults. A glossary and reference pages are also included.

What's inside

• Connecting the printer to a wireless network
• Finding the network basic wireless settings
• Finding the network wireless security settings
• Installing the printer software for a wireless connection
• Troubleshooting a wireless connection
• Connecting the printer to a wired Ethernet network
• Managing the printer on a network
• Embedded Web server (EWS)
• Resetting the printer to factory default settings
• Glossary

Frequently asked questions

How do I find the wireless network name (SSID) for my HP Deskjet 6800 series printer?

You need to consult the configuration utility for the computer’s network card or the wireless access point (WAP) to obtain the network name (SSID).

What wireless security options does the HP Deskjet 6800 series support?

The printer supports Open (no security), Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), and Wi‑Fi Protected Access (WPA).

How do I configure the printer for a software firewall?

Follow the instructions in the Configuring the printer for a software firewall section on page 52.