Hp Laserjet 100 color MFP  M175nw does not appear as an AirPrint Printer. How do I make it detectable?, Hp Laserjet 100 color MFP  M175nw does not appear as an AirPrint Printer. How do I make it detectable?

Hi all,
I have bought a new printer that was compatible with the AirPrint feature. But when I select print for a photo in the iPhone's photo album, the printer won't appear.
There is no clear litterature online that explains how to make the printer detectable. I suspect it should be done automatically.
However I keep on trying and the printer won't show up.
Would anyone would know how to fix this?
Thank you
Sanya

I just got this same printer.
You have to upgrade the firmware in order to use Airprint.  Go to the HP support page for this printer and download the latest firmware update. Here's the direct link:
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareDownloadIndex?softwareitem=kj-93591-3 &cc=us&dlc=en&lc=en&os=219&product=5076465&sw_lang=
Open the .dmg file and follow the directions.  It's pretty easy.

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