Migration via wireless network

The migration assistant on the iMac I'm trying to migrate from (B) recognises the MacBook I'm trying to migrate to (A) but when I input the passcode from A into B it spends ages "searching for other computers" and then eventually gives me the boxes for the passcode again. Eventually the MA on Mac A tells me that the network connection has failed.
I'd like to resolve this but would I be better off using a firewire, although I will have to buy a 400/800 connector?

Thanks very much for your response. I've accessed the document you noted and installed the 'Sharing Setup' software (although Spotlight seems unable to locate it).
I tried Migration Assistant again on the wireless network, but it is still not working. On the source computer my destination Mac is recognised and I'm asked for the passcode. Having inputted the code I get the message "Preparing for information" and then it reverts to the passcode page again (still recognising the other computer). When I input the code again I get the message "Searching for other computers", which continues ad infinitum.
I'm looking to get the 400/800 firewire connector I need tomorrow, but presumably I will still have the same problem with MA?

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Welcome to the HP Forums!
I understand that your HP Laserjet 200 M267NW will not stay connected to your wireless network running Mac OS X 10.10. I am sorry to hear this, but happy to help!
Please see the following guides:
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