Adapting 2100m Laserjet to wireless

Is there any way to adapt an old, but still perfectly functioning 2100m Laserjet to connect to a router via ethernet so it may be used, wirelessly?
Long ago, I successfully did the conversion so that it can connect to laptop via USB and that works perfectly with my Mac. However, connections to routers (or at least my router) requires ethernet.
My newer HP all-in-one has such an ethernet capability, but the 2100m doesn't.
Just seems a shame to not be able to use this wonderful, old printer!

Here is another option.
Connect wireless printer anywhere, convert from wired, bypass failed radio, add WPA2 security.
http://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Printer-Networking-and-Wireless/Connect-your-wireless-printer-when-away...
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Hey @matt4,
Welcome to the HP Support Forums!
I see that you have a Mac OS X 10.8.5 and a new HP Laserjet P1100 series printer and are looking for quick and easy wireless configuration steps. I just have one question for you:
Do you have a P1100 or a P1102w?
What's my Model Number?
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How to Connect the Printer to the Network:
Step 1: Install the Generic Mac Printer Driver:
1. Turn your printer on
2. Plug your USB cable from the printer directly into your Mac
3. Click on the Apple menu, and then click System Preferences
4. Click Print & Scan and make sure your printer is in the list of available devices.
5. If your printer is not listed, click the plus () sign at the bottom left pane, click the name of your USB printer, and then click Add.
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I've added the video above so you can view these step-by-step instructions.
Click the Apple icon (), and then click System Preferences.
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You can reference all of this information in: Setting Up the Printer for a Wireless Network for the HP LaserJet Pro P1102w Printer
Let me know if these steps help clear up any confusion for you. Good luck!
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