Network components for a Windows ad hoc (peer-to-peer) network
installation
You will need the following components and network information to perform an ad hoc
installation:
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Procedure for a Windows ad hoc (peer-to-peer) network installation
Please read the entire procedure before starting an ad hoc wireless network installation. For
best results, follow the instructions in the order listed.
NOTE
HP highly recommends that you have an existing ad hoc network or that you configure one
before starting this installation method.
1. Preparing the printer
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Chapter 2 Setting up the printer
Functioning ad hoc wireless network
HP LaserJet 1320nw printer Wireless Start Guide (this document)
Installation software CD (provided with the printer)
CD containing the HP LaserJet 1320nw printer Wireless User Guide
Power cord
a. Close all applications on your computer.
b. Plug the printer into a power outlet and turn it on (power on the printer).
c. Wait a few minutes and then print a network configuration page by pressing the
black button on the network card on the back of the printer.
d. If the IP address on the network configuration page is 0.0.0.0, then wait a few
minutes and repeat Step b. Do this until the IP address is not 0.0.0.0. The printer will
have an automatic IP address (Auto IP) which should look like 169.254.x.y, where x
and y can be any numbers between 0 and 255.
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