HP DeskJet 4258e Setup Guide | WiFi, Ink, Paper, Scan & Print, by Geek Squire on YouTube. 5 min 51 s.
- Video length
- 5 min 51 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Unbox the printer and pull off all tape, foam and plastic film from the outside and inside. Remove the protective tape from the ink cartridge area and the paper tray.
Plug the power cable into the back of the printer and a wall socket, then press the power button. Wait for the printer to finish its start-up routine.
Download the HP Smart app from the App Store or Google Play, or from 123.hp.com on a computer. Open it and allow the permissions it asks for.
In HP Smart, tap Add Printer and pick your DeskJet 4258e from the list. If it does not appear, choose the option to set up a new printer.
When the app asks for your network, choose your 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and type the password. Keep your phone close to the printer during this step.
Open the ink cartridge access door. Twist the cap off each new cartridge, slide it into its color slot until it clicks, and close the door.
Pull out the paper tray, slide the paper width guides out, load a stack of plain paper and push the guides back against the paper.
Let the app print an alignment page, then follow the on-screen prompts to finish alignment. Print a test page to confirm the setup works.
To scan or copy, place the page face down on the glass and close the lid. Press the copy button on the printer, or use Scan in HP Smart for a digital file.
Tips and common mistakes
The 4258e only connects to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, so pick that band and not the 5 GHz one.
Do not remove ink cartridges once installed unless you are replacing them, since this can waste ink.
If the printer is not detected, restart the printer and router, then run Add Printer in HP Smart again.
Keep the alignment page flat and follow the printed pattern prompts so the print heads line up correctly.
Questions
Why does HP Smart not find my printer?
Check that the printer is on and on the same 2.4 GHz network as your phone. Move the phone closer, then tap Add Printer again.
Do I need the HP Smart app to set up the printer?
Yes, HP Smart guides the Wi-Fi connection, ink installation and alignment. You can also use it later for scanning and checking ink levels.
Can I connect the printer with a USB cable instead?
The 4258e is mainly a wireless model. Use the HP Smart app over Wi-Fi for setup, and check HP support if you need a wired option.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
