Samsung Printer not connecting to wifi

If you are facing the problem of a Samsung Printer not connecting to WiFi, there can be several reasons. Sometimes the printer shows this problem even though it is connected to the WiFi. But you can solve it on your own if you know its cause. Therefore, this specific page aims to give you a deep understanding of the causes and solutions of the printer and WiFi connection issue.

Causes

• Weak WiFi connection
• You can face this problem if the printer drivers are not updated for a long time.
• The printer is restricted from connecting to that specific WiFi network.
• The printer you are using is outdated, and now it is not compatible with modern devices.

Solutions

Method 1: How to Connect Printer to WiFi on Windows Using Access Point.

• Step 1: First, check the cable is connected to the printer and then turn it on.
• Step 2: Then, switch the system and access point and insert the CD into the drive.
• Step 3: If the installation window does not appear, click Start > Accessories > Programs > Run. 
• Step 4: Now, type E:\Setup.exe in the Run box, and replace E with the letter representing the CD drive.
• Step 5: Accept all installation agreements and click Next.
• Step 6: On the Printer Connection Type window, choose "Wireless network connection" and click Next. 
• Step 7: On the next window, choose "Yes, I will set up my printer's wireless network," and again, tap Next. 
• Step 8: Select the No option if the Samsung printer is already connected to a WiFi network. 

With A USB Cable.

• Step 1: Choose "Using a USB cable" on the wireless setup method and click the Next button. 
• Step 2: The Windows search for wireless devices; once the search completes, choose the network name and access point.
• Step 3: If the WiFi Direct option is disabled in your printer, the next screen will appear. Click OK and then Next. 
• Step 4: Once the WiFi network setup is complete, disconnect the printer and the connected system using the cable.
• Step 5: Finally, click OK and follow the prompt instructions in the installation window. 

Without a Cable.

• Step 1: Choose "Using a direct wireless connection" on the wireless setup method window. 
• Step 2: Click Next and if the WPS button screen appears, push it within 2 minutes from the control panel. 
• Step 3: After completing the network setup window, tap Next and follow the instructions on the installation window. 

Method 2: How to set up printer to WiFi on Mac Using Access Point.

• Step 1: Ensure the printer is connected to the system and powered On.
• Step 2: Place the supplied software CD into the system's CD-ROM drive.
• Step 3: Double-click on the CD-ROM icon and then the MAC_Installer folder.
• Step 4: Again, double-click the Installer OS X icon and click Continue.
• Step 5: Read the agreement, click Continue, and then hit Agree to agree.
• Step 6: Click the Install button to install all the necessary components for the printer's operation.
• Step 7: Clicking on the Customize option will let you select the individual components to install them on the system.
• Step 8: Type the password, click OK, and choose "Configuration of Wireless network." Then, click Continue. 

Via A USB Cable.

• Step 1: If the wireless setup method screen appears, choose the "Using USB a cable" option and then hit Next. 
• Step 2: Select the network name when asked, then hit the Next button and proceed to the next step.
• Step 3: Check the network settings on the screen, hit the Next button, and again click Next.
• Step 4: When the "Wireless network setting complete" window appears on the screen, click the Next button.
• Step 5: When network settings are complete, remove the cable attached to the printer and the system and click Next. 

Without USB cable.

• Step 1: On the Wireless settings screen, choose "Using a direct wireless connection" and tap Next. 
• Step 2: After completing the setup, hit the Next button, and once the installation finishes, click Close.