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Fix: Printer Connected to Wi-Fi but Computer Can’t Find It
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Updated onAugust 1, 2024
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To fix various driver issues on your PC, you will need a dedicated tool to find the freshest and the original drivers. You can use PC HelpSoft Driver Updater to do it in 3 easy steps:
Many Windows 10 users who tried installing their printers on a wireless network are having issues connecting to it. Even though yournetwork connectionis working flawlessly and also the Wireless Printer is connected to the network, normally you can still encounter a lot of issues.
Why can’t I see my wireless printer on my network– that’s the big question, and we’re going to try and answer it properly here.
How do I get my computer to recognize my wireless printer?
Before going to the actual troubleshooting solutions, let’s make some preliminary checks and apply some easy fixes:
If you have cross-checked these simple measures, let’s try to fix this problem with the solutions provided below.
1. Add the printer using its IP address
If this solution was not comprehensive enough, we have a full guide onhow to set up your printer using its IP address.
2. Run the printer troubleshooter
3. Disable and reenable the network adapter
4. Install the latest printer driver updates
Check on the Wireless Printer Manufacturer’s website to see if you have the latest drivers installed. This is usually one of the most common issues if your printer is not recognized on the network.
Also, most printers come with their own administrative software that includes a driver update feature.
However, if all else fails and if you are looking for a quicker and easier solution, using aspecialized driver updating toolis what you need.
You can update any of your PC’s drivers by selecting the download and install options within the driver updater.
Why is the computer not finding my wireless printer?
Some of the common issues that may appear when youconnect your printer to WiFiare an incorrect setting of the Wireless printer you might have overlooked, or Windows 10 does not have the featureFind devices and content switch.
Here are some of the probable causes for this issue:
Our readers also reported the following issues, which will most likely be solved using the same solutions provided below: some can’t find the printer on the network, or the Wi-Fi printer is not showing up at all.
As for the laptops that can’t find the wireless printer, the list includesEpson, Brother, HP models, and more as well as cases when the Canon printer isconnected to Wi-Fi, but the computer can’t find it.
If none of these solutions worked in your case, we recommend connecting the printer directly to the router or PC with a cable if possible.
By connecting it to the router, you will bypass any issues related to itspossible wireless problems.
In case you have upgraded to the latest OS, here’s a comprehensive guide onhow to add a wireless printer to Windows 11.
If you have any additional questions related to this article, let us know in the comments section below, and we will help you further.
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Ivan Jenic
Windows Hardware Expert
Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
