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HP Printers - Using the Printer Embedded Web Server (EWS)

This document is for HP network-capable printers and Wi-Fi Direct printers.

The HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) is a printer homepage accessed through a web browser for managing settings, getting updates, and performing maintenance tasks.

Example of the EWS home page on a computer

There are several ways to open the printer homepage:

For printers connected to a local network: Obtain the printer IP address, the unique identification number assigned to the printer on the network, and enter it into a web browser address bar.
Use the HP Smart app: Available through the printer settings in the HP Smart app on your computer or mobile device.
Connect to the printer with Wi-Fi Direct: Set up this direct wireless connection to the printer, and then enter the IP address 192.168.223.1 into a web browser address bar.

Select your preferred method for detailed steps to open the printer homepage.

Use the IP address (network-connected printers)

If your printer is connected to the local network, get the IP address, and then type it into an web browser on a computer or mobile device to open the printer homepage.

Make sure your printer is connected to the same network as your computer or mobile device.
Obtain the printer IP address.
- Printers with a touchscreen control panel: Find the IP address in the Wireless menu or in network settings.
- Printers without a touchscreen control panel: Print a network configuration page to obtain the IP address. For many models, press the Wireless and Information buttons to print the report.
Type the IP address into the web browser address line, and then press Enter.
If a website security certificate displays, click Continue to open the printer homepage.

Use the HP Smart app

Access the printer homepage through the settings menu in HP Smart.

Make sure your computer or mobile device is connected to the network you want to set up the printer on.
Download and install the HP Smart app from 123.hp.com (Android, iOS, macOS) or HP Smart for Windows 10, 8.1 - Microsoft Store (in English).
Place the printer close to the router and to your computer or mobile device.
Open the app, and then follow the instructions to add your printer.
From the home screen, click or tap the printer name.
Scroll down the list of settings to select Advanced Settings or Printer Home Page (EWS).
If a website security certificate displays, click Continue to open the printer homepage.

Connect with Wi-Fi Direct

Use a direct wireless connection to your printer to access the printer homepage on your computer or mobile device.

Place the printer close to your computer or mobile device.
Turn on the printer and make sure ink cartridges are installed and paper is loaded in the tray.
Get the Wi-Fi Direct printer name (Example: DIRECT-72-HP Officejet Pro 6970) and password.
- Printers with a control panel display: Touch the Wi-Fi Direct icon or open the Wi-Fi Direct settings menu to get the name and password.
- Printers without a control panel display: Press the Information button to print a report that lists the name and password. If these instructions do not apply to your printer, go to Printing with Wi-Fi Direct for more information and options.
On your computer or mobile device, open the Wi-Fi or wireless settings to view the list of available wireless networks.
Select your Wi-Fi Direct printer name from the list of networks, and then enter the password to connect to the printer.
In a web browser, type 192.168.223.1 into the address bar.
If a website security certificate displays, click Continue to open the printer homepage.
Reconnect to your local Wi-Fi network after making any changes.

Frequently asked questions

Learn how to use or change printer settings from the printer homepage and resolve connection issues.

How do I manually assign an IP address to my printer?

Under certain conditions, the printer network settings can cause the IP address, the address assigned to your printer on the network, to change. When this happens, the computer or mobile device cannot locate the printer. Changing to a manual IP address prevents the connection from changing.

On the printer homepage, locate the network settings for your connection type.
Locate the manual IP address settings, which is typically found under the IPv4 or Network Address (IP) menus.
Under the IP Address Configuration section, click Suggest a New Manual IP Address, and then click Apply.

The printer reconnects to the network and the printer IP address changes.

Can I set up my printer on a local network through the printer homepage?

Use the Wireless Setup Wizard on the printer homepage to connect your printer to a local network.

Place the printer close to your computer or mobile device and to the wireless router.
Turn on the printer and make sure ink cartridges are installed and paper is loaded in the tray.
Get the Wi-Fi Direct printer name (Example: DIRECT-72-HP Officejet Pro 6970) and password.
- Printers with a control panel display: Touch the Wi-Fi Direct icon or open the Wi-Fi Direct settings menu to get the name and password.
- Printers without a control panel display: Press the Information button to print a report that lists the name and password. If these instructions do not apply to your printer, go to Printing with Wi-Fi Direct for more information and options.
On your computer or mobile device, open the Wi-Fi or wireless settings to view the list of available wireless networks.
Select your Wi-Fi Direct printer name from the list of networks, and then enter the password to connect to the printer.
In a web browser, type 192.168.223.1 into the address bar.
If a website security certificate displays, click Continue to open the printer homepage.
From the Network menu, select Wireless (802.11), and then select Wireless Setup Wizard.
Follow the instructions to select your local network and enter the password to complete the connection.

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If you need your network name (SSID) and password, go to Finding Your Wireless Password.
Reconnect to your local Wi-Fi network after completing the printer setup.

What if I get security warnings when changing settings?

When changing a setting from the printer homepage, your web browser might display a Redirecting to Secure Page and a This site is not secure message. Opening the homepage does not expose your computer to security threats.

Prompt to redirect to a secure page in the printer EWS

In the Redirecting to Secure Page window, click or tap OK.
In the This Connection is Not Private or This site is not secure window, click or tap Show Details, More information, or Advanced.
At the bottom of the screen, tap Visit this website, Go on to the webpage, or Proceed to [Printer IP address].

How do I scan from the printer homepage?

For scan-enabled printers, you can scan documents and photos using Webscan from the printer homepage. No additional software or drivers are required.

Load a document or photo on the scanner glass or in the automatic document feeder (ADF).
On the printer homepage, click Scan in the top menu.

A 'You cannot use this function because it has been disabled' message displays.
Click Settings in the top menu, click Security, and then click Administrator Settings.

A message displays that you are being redirected to a secure HTTPS-enabled page. Click OK or Redirect to HTTPS.
If a Your connection is not private message displays, click Advanced, and then click Proceed to [Printer IP address].
In the Administrator Settings, locate and select the box next to Webscan or Webscan from EWS, click Apply, and then click OK.
Return to the Scan menu, select the scan preferences, click Start Scan, and then follow the instructions to save the scan.

How do I update the printer firmware?

Use the printer homepage to check for and install printer firmware updates.

On the printer homepage, click Tools or Web Services.
Click Printer Updates or Product Updates, and then click Check Now.

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