HP Deskjet 6980 Wireless Printing in Windows 7

I purchased an HP 6980 Deskjet new some time ago but had never been able to get the wireless functionality working. 
I've sinced upgraded my OS to  Windows 7 (32bit.)  What are the specific steps I need to take to be able to set this printer up for wireless printing?  Although the blue light is on the front of my printer, I am sure it has no IP address since when I print a report page the IP Address is not listed; neither is the device MAC address.
I've confirmed HP has not written a full set of software drivers for Win 7.  Instead I'm told I have to use built in drivers provided by Win 7.  Please advise.  Thanks.

First, reset the printer:
1. Verify that the printer is powered on.
2. Press and hold down the Report Page button.
3. While holding down the Report Page button, press the Cancel button three times.
4. Release the Report Page button.
Now, follow these directions.
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