Wireless network configuration tools and settings

Appendix: Network tools and features

HP Deskjet 5800 and PSC 2500 series feature a variety of tools for setting up the printer or all-in- one on wired or wireless home, home-office and small-office networks.

Wireless networking offers unique benefits, such as allowing notebook computer users the freedom to move from one area to another in the home and still be connected to the Internet and the printer or all-in-one (within range). However, wireless networks require additional settings and configuration parameters, particularly when recommended security features are used.

There are multiple tools available to configure the printer or all-in-one on a wireless network, as shown in the following table:

•Installation software—performs software discovery, a process in which the installation software ‘discovers’ the device on the network and sets common networking parameters. Software discovery is required for all installations.

•Embedded Web Server (EWS)—a web page inside the printer or all-in-one that configures wireless and network settings, including WPA, and provides device information.

•Front panel features—buttons, indicator lights, and menu selections featured with Deskjet 5800 and PSC 2500 series.

•Default settings—settings that ship with the device