HP C4500 manual What you need for an ad hoc network

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To set up the HP All-in-One on a wireless ad hoc network, you need to do the following:

First, collect all of the required materials.

Next, prepare your computer by creating a network profile.

Finally, install the software and connect to the appropriate network profile.

See this section:

What you need for an ad hoc network” on page 5

“Create a network profile for a Windows Vista or Windows XP computer” on page 5

“Create a network profile for other operating systems” on page 6

Connect to a wireless ad hoc network” on page 6

What you need for an ad hoc network

To connect the HP All-in-One to a Windows computer with an ad hoc connection, the computer must have a wireless network adapter and an ad hoc profile. You will also need a USB setup cable to connect temporarily for transferring wireless settings.

Create a network profile for a Windows Vista or Windows XP computer

Prepare your computer for an ad hoc connection by creating a network profile.

To create a network profile

NOTE: The product comes configured with a network profile with hpsetup as the network name (SSID). However, for security and privacy HP recommends you create a new network profile on your computer as described here.

1.In the Control Panel, double-clickNetwork Connections.

2.On the Network Connections window, right-clickWireless Network Connection. If you see Enable on the pop-up menu, select it. Otherwise, if you see Disable on the menu, the wireless connection is already enabled.

3.Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon, and then click Properties.

4.Click the Wireless Networks tab.

5.Select the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box.

6.Click Add, and then do the following:

a. In Network name (SSID) box, type in a unique network name of your choice.

NOTE: The network name is case sensitive, so it is important to remember any uppercase (capital) and lowercase (small) letters.

b. If there is a Network Authentication list, select Open. Otherwise, go to the next step.

c. In the Data encryption list, select WEP.

NOTE: It is possible to create a network that does not use a WEP key. However, HP recommends using a WEP key in order to secure your network.

d. Make sure that the check box next to The key is provided for me automatically is not selected.

Network setup

Wireless ad hoc network setup

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Contents Basics Guide Hewlett-Packard Company notices Contents If you want to Network setupConnect to an integrated wireless Wlan 802.11 network What you need for an integrated wireless Wlan 802.11 networkTo connect the product Wireless ad hoc network setupWhat you need for an ad hoc network Communication mode Ad Hoc Encryption enabled Connect to a wireless ad hoc networkCreate a network profile for other operating systems Connect to additional computers on a network Configure your firewall to work with HP products Advanced firewall information Manage your network settingsPrint network settings Restore network defaultsPrint the wireless network test Turn the wireless radio on and offHP All-in-One at a glance HP All-in-One overviewLabel Icon Name and Description Control panel featuresOnscreen Help Find more informationLoad paper Start Here guideTo load small-size photo paper in the input tray To load full-size paperPrint a photo on photo paper Avoid paper jamsTo print photos Scan an imageTo scan to a computer To replace the print cartridges Replace the print cartridgesHP All-in-One overview HP All-in-One overview To uninstall and reinstall the software Troubleshooting and supportUninstall and reinstall the software Troubleshooting common setup issuesSetup troubleshooting Solution 5 Load paper in the input tray After setting up the product, it does not printSolution 1 Press the On button to turn on the product Solution 2 Set your product as the default printerTo check a wired Ethernet connection Network troubleshootingThis prints the Wireless Network Test To run the Network Diagnostic toolMake sure the product is on the network To check a wireless connectionTo print the Network Configuration This prints the Network ConfigurationMake sure the product is online and ready Make sure the HP Network Devices Support service is runningTo access the HP Photosmart C4500 All-in-One series home To restart the HP Network Device Support serviceSupport process Print cartridge troubleshootingIf you have a problem, follow these steps Clear paper jamsRegulatory notices Product specificationsTechnical information System requirementsHP product Duration of limited warranty WarrantyXHPERXUJ UDQDLV