Configure Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct network connection enables devices to connect with each other without requiring a wireless access point. You can connect to your printer from a Wi-Fi mobile device such as a tablet, computer, or smart phone.

A Wi-Fi Direct connection does not require manual configuration.

NOTE:

• Wireless networking is available only on printers that have the optional Wireless Network Adapter installed.

• The Wi-Fi Direct connection is disabled by default.

To configure Wi-Fi Direct from the Embedded Web Server:

1. In the Embedded Web Server, log in as administrator, then click Connectivity. See the Related Content for additional information.

2. For Connections, click Wi-Fi Direct.

3. To enable Wi-Fi Direct, click the Enable toggle button.

4. Click Group Role, then select an option from the menu.

   1. To set the printer to automatically configure the Group Role:

      • Select Auto.

      • For Device Name, type a name for the printer.

   2. To set the printer as Group Owner for a Wi-Fi Direct group, similar to a wireless access point:

      • Select Group Owner.

      • In the Group Owner area, type the information for SSID and Passcode.

5. For DHCP Server:

   1. Type the IP Address and Subnet Mask.

   2. For IP Address Lease Time, type the number of minutes.

6. Click OK.

To configure Wi-Fi Direct at the Control Panel:

1. At the printer control panel, press the Home button.

2. Log in as administrator. See the Related Content for additional information.

3. Touch Device > Connectivity > Wi-Fi Direct.

4. For Wi-Fi Direct, touch the enable toggle button.

5. Touch Setup.

6. Touch Group Role, then select an option.

7. If needed, touch SSID Suffix, then type a suffix.

8. If you selected Group Owner as the Group Role, in the Passcode field, enter an eight-character passcode.

9. Touch OK.
   
   NOTE: For the new settings to take effect, restart your printer.

Related Content

• Log in to the Printer's Control Panel or Embedded Web Server as a System Administrator