To set up HP Officejet 4630 wireless, use the printer control panel to connect to your Wi‑Fi network, then optionally use the HP Smart app on a phone or tablet for mobile printing. This process lets you print from any computer, phone, or tablet on the same network without cables.
What you need to set up HP Officejet 4630 wireless
Before starting, gather the printer, power cable, and your wireless network name and password. The printer must be powered on and within range of the wireless router. For mobile setup, you will need an iPhone or Android device with the HP Smart app installed.
How to connect using the Wireless Setup Wizard
This is the primary method for a wireless printer setup and works for any computer or mobile device later. On the printer control panel, press Wireless, then select Settings. Choose Wireless Setup Wizard and follow the on-screen instructions. When prompted, select your Wi‑Fi network and enter the network password. The printer will connect to that network.
How to set up with iPhone or Android using HP Smart
For mobile printing, the HP Smart app is the recommended tool. HP’s mobile-printing support says the HP Smart app is used on Android or iOS to confirm proximity to the printer and release print jobs. Open the app and tap the Plus icon on the home screen. If the printer appears, select it. If not, tap Add a new printer and follow the on-screen instructions. For iPhone setup only, Bluetooth must be turned on during this process; Bluetooth is not used for printing. HP’s iPhone setup guidance says Bluetooth must be turned on for setup only, and that Bluetooth printing is not supported. HP’s support-community guidance for iPhone setup says Bluetooth should be on for setup only. Your phone must be connected to the same Wi‑Fi network that the printer will join.
How to use Wireless Direct for direct printing
Wireless Direct lets you print without a regular Wi‑Fi network. From the printer Home screen, select Wireless Direct, then choose On with Security or On without Security. On your computer or mobile device, turn on wireless and connect to the printer’s network, which appears as HP-Print-xx-Officejet 4630 series (where xx are unique characters). If security is on, enter the Wireless Direct password when prompted. This method is useful when you need to set up a HP wireless printer away from your home or office network.
Troubleshooting wireless connection problems
If the printer does not connect, repeat Wireless > Settings > Wireless Setup Wizard and re-enter the Wi‑Fi password. The HP Officejet 4630 supports only 2.4 GHz wireless networks, so it will not connect to a 5 GHz-only network. For iPhone setup, confirm that Bluetooth is on and that the phone is on the same network as the printer. If the printer is using Wireless Direct, connect the phone or computer to the printer’s direct Wi‑Fi name before continuing. If using Wireless Direct, ensure the device is connected to the printer’s direct Wi‑Fi name. Reposition the printer closer to the router if the signal is weak.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I connect multiple devices to the HP Officejet 4630?
Yes, any device on the same Wi‑Fi network can print to the printer. Each device needs the appropriate printer drivers installed.
What are the system requirements for the HP Officejet 4630?
The printer works with computers running Windows or macOS and with iOS and Android devices via the HP Smart app. A stable wireless network connection is required.
How do I install the printer drivers for the HP Officejet 4630?
Drivers can be downloaded from the HP support website. The installation process guides you through connecting the printer to your computer and setting up default printing options.
Why won't my HP Officejet 4630 connect to my 5 GHz network?
The printer supports only 2.4 GHz wireless networks (802.11b/g/n). It cannot connect to a 5 GHz-only network. Use a 2.4 GHz band or a dual-band router that broadcasts both frequencies.
