Compact Home Printer
Small footprint for tight spaces — good for documents and occasional color prints.
Refurbished — Grade A
Wireless
$69
Includes 90-day hardware warranty
Printer Setup
How to connect your printer — wireless & wired
Clear, step-by-step instructions to connect printer to Wi-Fi, attach it to your computer, fix basic printer offline issues, and complete printer scanner setup. These are universal, non-brand steps that work for most home and small office printers.
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1. Set up a Wireless Printer
- Power on: Plug in and turn on the printer; keep it within Wi-Fi range.
- Open wireless menu: On the printer control panel choose Network / Wireless / Wi-Fi.
- Choose your Wi-Fi: Select your home network and enter the password using the printer keyboard or on-screen keypad.
- Confirm connection: Wait for the “connected” or similar message on the printer display.
- Add the printer: On your phone or computer use the system’s Add Printer / Discover Printer option to find the new device (same Wi-Fi required).
Tip: If your router has separate bands (2.4GHz and 5GHz), try the 2.4GHz or mixed mode — many printers work best on 2.4GHz.
2. If Printer Not Connecting to Wi-Fi
- Verify the Wi-Fi password and network name entered on the printer.
- Restart your router and the printer, then try the setup again.
- Move the printer closer to the router to rule out signal interference.
- Ensure the printer and device are on the same Wi-Fi network.
- Disable any guest or isolated networks during setup; connect both devices to the primary network.
3. How to Connect Printer to Computer (USB)
- Turn off the printer before connecting the USB cable to avoid detection issues.
- Use a direct USB connection to an available port on your computer (avoid USB hubs when possible).
- Turn the printer on — your computer's built-in printing settings should detect the device automatically.
- Print a test page from your computer’s print dialog to confirm the connection.
Tip: If your device does not immediately detect the printer, try a different USB port or cable and restart both devices.
4. Connect a Wired Network Printer (Ethernet)
- Plug an Ethernet cable from the printer’s LAN port into your router or network switch.
- Power on the printer and wait for the network light to indicate a link.
- On your computer, select Add Network Printer and choose the printer from the list.
- Confirm by printing a test page.
5. Printer Offline — Quick Fixes
- Confirm the printer is powered on and the display shows ready.
- Check cables for USB or Ethernet setups; reseat connectors.
- Restart the printer and the computer or mobile device.
- Ensure your device and the printer are on the same network for wireless setups.
- Try printing a small test document to verify status.
6. Printer Scanner Setup (Multifunction)
- Ensure the printer is connected via USB or on the same Wi-Fi network.
- Open your device’s built-in scanning app or utility (often labeled “Scan” or “Scanner”).
- Select the printer from the scanner list and choose scan settings (resolution, color/mono).
- Place the document on the glass or in the ADF and start the scan.
Tip: Scanning apps built into your device provide a simple way to save scans as PDFs or images without extra downloads.
Extra Tips & Safety
A few additional tips to keep setup smooth and safe:
- Place the printer on a stable surface and avoid cramped spaces that block ventilation.
- Use high-quality paper and verified supplies for best results.
- Keep the printer firmware updated via the manufacturer's official channels if available (follow on-device prompts).
- Keep a copy of purchase & warranty information for quick support or returns.