Network Unavailable "not within reach of the device"

I am trying to connect my HP 3050 to our router via my MacBook (v.10.6.08).  I have installed the HP software, and when I got to Network SetUp and put in the password, I get this message: "Network Unavailable -  The selected Wi-Fi Network "XXXX" is not within the reach of the device."  
What do I need to do?  The printer is literally 2 feet farther away from the router than the laptop I am currently using with   no problem.  Is that enough to make a difference?  Any help is appreciated.

Hello FLTEACHER2010,
Welcome to the HP Support Forums!
I see you are having a hard time installing / setting up the Deskjet 3050 on your Mac 10.6.8. The error, in my experience, is given when the router has a guest network or the Mac is on a different network than the network the printer is trying to connect to.
I typically recommend to have the router, at minimum, 6 feet away from any device that it is to be connected to. This is to prevent the network from over looking the device.
Try moving the printer or router, power off or disconnect the power cord from the router for one minute (allows the router to reboot), ensure the Mac is connected to correct network and attempt the setup again.
Cheers,
JERENDS
I work on behalf of HP
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