Connecting my hp deskjet 2540 to my home internet.

I got this printer for christmas. I have no idea how to get it connected to the internet. My laptop stopped connecting to the internet so i am trying to connect it using only my asus memo pad. Obviously i don't have a cd drive to install the software. There is a web address in the booklet for downloading installation software. When i click start setup it always says an error occurred. I have all the apps but so far the only way i can print is by going to the list of available networks and selecting my printer which does come up for some reason. When i switch this turns off my home network so i can no longer print anything online, only files on my tablet. Please help

AT&T just changed the name of my wireless network. How do I change the setting on my HP DESKJKET 2540 printer to the new network?

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Please can you tell me how to keep my connection to my wi-fi printer whilst connected to my Virgin Media Broadband? Every time I want to print I have to switch off the Virgin network connection and connect to the HP Deskjet Wi-fi, and then switch it back again to Virgin to browse or send emails.
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AC33

Hey there @AC33 Welcome back
I understand you are looking to install your printer on your network, so you can use the internet and printer at the same time. By the sounds of it, you may be connecting the printer currently, using the Wireless Direct feature, which will only allow you to connect to the printer or the network at a time. Basically, the printer is acting like a network.
Here is a link for you to check out. It will help you install the printer on your network:
Setting Up the Printer for a Wireless network for the HP Deskjet 2540 and HP Deskjet Ink Advantage 2...
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Connecting NEW HP Deskjet 2540 to Chromebook

Hi Everyone,
Please help.
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Hi DanRomeo,
Welcome to the HP Support Forums. I see that you would like to learn how to setup your Deskjet 2540 printer so you can print from your Chromebook.
As this printer is not ePrint capable you will need to set it up as a Classic printer with Google Cloud Print. I have included the Setting Up and Using Your Non-ePrint Capable Printer with a Chromebook. It will walk you through connecting the printer to Google Cloud Print.
For additional reference I have included Google’s Connect your classic printers with Google Cloud Print document and Google’s Print a page document.
If you run into any issues with the above, please let me know at what step things went awry and the contents of any error messages. Thank you.
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Install software for Deskjet 2540 will not load on Windows XP Home edition SP3 machine

I have successfully connected a new Deskjet 2540 printer to a Windows 7 machine, and IPAD Air, and an XP Pro laptop.
I cannot get the install software to load on and XP Home edition SP3 machine. I have tried all of the HP remedies that I can find, over period of two days, but the installation fails every time with the message "Installation failed. The software required for your printer could not be installed".
What can be done?

Hi,
Thanks for your second installment of help suggestions.
I started check disk as you proposed and it ran happily for some hours with evidence of progress. However eventually I found the computer stopped with a number of suggestions for restarting. I tried all of these and some others, but got no further than the first Windows picture. At this point the machine restarts, and goes through the same process.
The printer problem, as you can see has unfortunately become secondary to trying to recover the system.
What I propose is to try to read the disc in question on another computer, and extract the important data files to a safe place. Then to return the disc to its own machine and use the recovery CD, to try to get the machine to recover with the minimum of loss. If this succeeds, I might even find that the printer software then loads without problem. There is a big IF there, and I won't hold my breath.
None of this relates to the printer problem, and fortunately i have three other devices running which are happily connected to the printer.
I just wnted to explain why there will be no further feedback for a while. I will take my time with the recovery process.
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How to connect HP Deskjet 2540 to wireless

I would appreciate any help in connecting an HP Deskjet 2540 to my wireless device. I can't figure out how to print from my ipad while having the ipad connected to the internet. I either have to have the ipad connected to the printer or the wireless device. Thanks to all.

The HP support page has the information.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c03722645&tmp_task=setupCategory&cc=us&dlc=en&lc...
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HP Deskjet 2540 - connect to pc via USB, can I print from android tablet as well?

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I've just bought a HP Deskjet 2540 all in one printer.
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Hi @Lesley54R,
You don’t need to have the printer listed with the two different connections unless you’ll be switching back and forth from being connected by USB cable and wireless. You can delete the one you don't think you'll be using.
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In addition I’ve also included the ePrint Product Specifications document. This document has the list of supported email programs, file types and print limitations.
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HP Deskjet 712c Win 7 Home problem connecting to shared printer on Win XP Pro PC

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I am having a problem connecting to a shared printer on my home wireless network. The printer is HP Deskjet 712C. When I had Win XP on all my PCs, I could successfully share the printer from one PC and print to it from any PC. Worked just fine.
However, now I have 2 PCs with Win 7 Home and 1 PC with Win XP Pro. The printer is physically connected to the Win XP box. I have confirmed, on that box, it is being shared. When I try to add the printer on a Win 7 box, I select network printer and get to the point where it needs the driver. It prompts for an INF file. I have no clue where to go from there. I have done the Windows Update thing for Win 7 to update the driver list in the OS. I did see on the Win XP box that there's a place where I can load various drivers to the network for different OSs. I'm guessing that's so the appropriate drivers for those OSs will be available when adding the shared printer in those OSs. Of course, Win Vista and Win 7 are not available there. Is there any way I can share the printer from my Win XP box to my Win 7 boxes?
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Connecting hp deskjet 2540 all in one

How do I connect my go desckjet 2540 all in one to my iPad and iphone?

Hi @Krissy13
Welcome to the HP Forums. I would be happy to help you get your Deskjet 2540 onto your network. I use this method for iPads, iPhones and other devices that do not have software.
Restore the network defaults on the printer by pushing the wireless button, going to settings, and then restore defaults. The wireless button should then start flashing, this means it is now in autowireless mode.
Connect your iPad to the network that the printer is broadcasting. It is usually HP-setup-2540 and then part of the MAC address (printers hardware address). The wireless light will still be flashing on the printer at this point, this is normal since this is not an actual adhoc connection.
Open an internet browser and load up the Embedded Web Server (EWS) by entering the IP address into the address bar. The default IP for autowireless is 192.168.223.1.
Go to the network tab along the top of the EWS.
Click on Wireless Setup Wizard along the left hand side to begin configuring the printer.
Once the printer is on the network, you can put your computer back on your own network and print again.
If for any reason this does not work, please let me know what operating system , and version you have? Mac or Windows?
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HP Deskjet 2540 and Galaxy Tab 3 - cannot print wirelessly

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I would be very grateful for help with the following issue.
I have an HP Deskjet 2540 and a Galaxy Tab 3 (Android) and wish to print wirelessly from the tablet.
I have installed the ePrint app and the ePrint All-in One Remote app on the tablet.
In order to print I have to change the tablet's wifi connection from my home wifi to the printer's wifi which means that I cannot print straight from the internet.
I have tried saving web pages and then printing i.e not using the home wifi but a message appears on the tablet saying " Connect to Samsung printer".
My question is therefore, how do you print when you can only have one wireless connection on the tablet at a time i.e either the home wifi or the printer? Every time I want to print, do I have to change the wifi connection on my tablet from my home wifi to the printer's?
Many thanks in advance!

Hi Sujo,
Welcome to the HP Support Forums. I gather that you are unable to print web pages from your Android Galaxy Tab 3 tablet because you are using the printer’s wireless direct feature which does not have internet connectivity.
Let’s get the printer connected to your home wireless network. If you have a computer running a Window or Mac operating system it’s fairly easy to connect the printer. Please follow the steps in the Installing the Printer Software for a Wireless Network Connection document for the operating system that is running on your computer.
If you only have your tablet available, please follow the steps in the post by @Jon-W titled “How can I setup a Deskjet 3050a/J611 to my Chromebox?”. Please start where he says “There is another alternative but it can be hit or miss”.
Once you have the printer connected to your wireless network you should be able to print web pages as both devices will now be connected to your wireless network. Please let me know how it goes.
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What's the password for hip deskjet 2540

It's asking me for a password for my hip deskjet 2540 never been asked before

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It's asking me for a password for my hip deskjet 2540 never been asked before
I doubt that is the deskjet password if you never set one before there shouldn't be one on it now. Sounds like your trying to connect to someone elses printer or router or another router in your home and mistaken it for a printer.
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Deskjet 2540 can't scan on OSX Yosemite

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Hello @babelfish , and welcome to the HP Forums, I hope you enjoy your experience!
I see you're experiencing scan issues. I would like to try and assist.
I would suggest deleting the printer from your print system, using this document: Uninstalling the Printer Software.
Once you have deleted it, I would suggest verifying and repairing the disk permissions: About Disk Utility's Repair Disk Permissions feature.
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Wireless Printing issues with HP Deskjet 2540

Hello everyone,
I am experiencing an issue with an HP Deskjet 2540 printer - it prints if I have connected it to a USB cable; however, it refuses to print if I try to print wirelessly.
I had initially solved this problem when I went to System Preferences > Printers and Scanners and noticed two Deskjet 2540 series icons in a window titled 'Printers'. I ended up removing one of these icons and set the other one as a default, which seemed to temporarily solve my problem. Now, I see two icons back in this 'Printers' menu and my printer refuses to print through my wireless connection.
My printer is connected to my internet connection so I don't think there is an issue here - I also have recently installed the software for this printer to make sure there was not some sort of driver issue; however, this does not seem to give me the permanent solution I am looking for.
Any Advice? My operating system is OS X Version 10.9.5

Hey @love2dance,
Welcome to the HP Support Forums! I understand you're having difficulty printing wirelessly with your HP Deskjet 2540 All-in-One Printer. I would like to assist you with this and may have some steps that will ensure you can print wirelessly from your Mac.
I recommend you start from scratch and re-do your printer install and wireless setup for best results.
Firstly, make doubly sure your printer is connected to your wireless network by doing the following:
Step one: Prepare for installationTo gather your network name (SSID) and password (WEP key or WPA passphrase), you can ask the person who originally set up your network, see the documentation that came with the router, or contact the manufacturer. HP cannot set up or change the network SSID or the password.
Make sure that you have the following requirements before you begin:
Network name: The network name is the SSID (Service Set Identifier).
WEP key or WPA security passphrase
A computer that is connected to the wireless network.
Internet access. HP recommends broadband Internet access such as cable or DSL.
Your wireless-capable HP product. Place it close to the computer during the installation procedure.
A USB cable (used only during installation).
Administrator privileges or password
Make sure the product, access point, and computer are all on, and that the computer is connecting to the wireless network.
Connect the USB Cable to the rear port of the HP product and to any USB port on the computer.
Exit all applications running on your computer.
Source
Secondly, prepare your Mac by removing any existing printers added:
Choose System Preferences from the Apple menu.
Choose Print & Scan from the View menu.
Click the "-" (Remove printer) button.
Next, click here to download and install your printer's software. As you work your way through the setup, follow the prompts to convert your usb install to wireless. With this setup completed successfully your wireless printing capability should be restored.
One way to preserve this wireless connection is to make sure your wireless mode/router is left on continually. If at anytime your network connection is lost, reconnecting your printer will mean that it's being assigned a new IP address. The significance here is that your Mac will be looking to connect with the printer at an IP address that is no longer applicable.
Please let me know the result of your troubleshooting by responding to this post. Best of luck!
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Mac os 10.7.5 HP Deskjet 2540 All-in-One Printer

Hello, I've just bought a HP printer, but i can't connect the wirelles with my mac. Is a HP deskjet 2540 All-in-One Printer, and the mac os x opperating system is 10.7.5 Lion. Is there a way to connect them or not?
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Dear cblins,
Here you have the full software to install your multifunction:
http://ftp.hp.com/pub/softlib/software12/COL52008/mp-125743-5/HP-Deskjet-2540-series_v12.34.0.dmg
And here you have a document where tells you how to install it by wireless:
http://support.hp.com/us-en/product/HP-Deskjet-2540-All-in-One-Printer-series/5295960/model/5295961/...
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