Alex Ruben
How To Set Up Your HP LaserJet M110we Wireless Connection and Print from Smartphone in 2025
Getting your HP LaserJet M110we on the WiFi can feel like a little puzzle, especially if you’re used to wired setups or just… unplugged printers. Sometimes the wireless setup just refuses to work the first time. It’s kind of weird how these things work, but once it’s done, you’ll wonder why you ever dragged a cable around. The goal is to connect your printer to your home WiFi network so you can print from your phone or laptop without hauling it over or burning through USB cables. This guide will walk through the most straightforward way—using the HP Smart app—and also touch on some common hiccups along the way.
How to Fix Your HP LaserJet M110we WiFi Connection
Make sure the printer is in setup mode — get it ready
This part is pretty crucial. The printer needs to be in a specific mode to accept WiFi connection commands, especially if it’s already been set up before and just isn’t connecting anymore. You gotta press and hold the Wireless button until the orange attention light flashes. Don’t just tap it—press and hold for a few seconds, then release. On some machines, the printer might automatically restart or enter setup mode after that, but on others, you might need to power-cycle it manually by turning it off and on again.
While you’re at it, check that the Power light is stable (no flickering). No point if the device is indicating an error or is in sleep mode. Sometimes, on certain models, the WiFi LED blinks orange or green, which indicates different statuses. If it stays orange or blinking strangely, try restarting the printer and doing the button press again. Just so you know, on some setups this fails the first time, then works after a reboot or two. Clearly, Windows and HP like to keep us on our toes.
Install and open the HP Smart app — your main tool
Need the app—there’s no way around that unless you’re really into tinkering with your network settings directly from the printer panel. Head over to the HP Smart app download page or get it from your device’s app store. Once installed, open the app. It’s kind of funny—initially, it might not see your printer right away, especially if your device isn’t on the same WiFi or if the printer isn’t in setup mode. Make sure your phone or PC is connected to the same WiFi network you want to connect the printer to.
Connect your device to the WiFi network
This might seem obvious, but a lot of times it trips people up. The device doing the setup has to be on the *exact same* WiFi network as the one you’re trying to connect the printer to—no exceptions. Double-check that your phone or laptop isn’t connected to some guest network or 5GHz band that the printer can’t see. Also, if your WiFi is a dual-band setup, check that the printer supports it, or just stick to the 2.4GHz band for simplicity. Setting this up on a separate network — like a hidden SSID or a mesh network — can make it harder, so keep it simple to start.
Add your printer in the HP Smart app
Now, tap the plus sign (+) or Add Printer. The app will scan for devices, but don’t expect it to work instantly every time. Sometimes, it takes a few seconds, and sometimes, you might need to manually select your printer if it shows up as an unknown device. Look for the model name—HP LaserJet M110we—since sometimes, multiple printers might be detected. If it doesn’t pop up, try restarting the app or even the printer. On some setups, you’ll get a prompt asking if you want to establish a new wireless connection—just follow the on-screen instructions.
Let the app handle the WiFi connection — it’s usually automatic
Once you’ve selected the printer, the app kicks off the connection process. It might ask if you want to connect the printer to your WiFi network. This is the tricky part—sometimes, it’s just a matter of letting the app do its thing, and other times, you might need to manually select your network and input the password if prompted. If the process stalls, try restarting both the app and printer, then try again. The whole thing’s kind of a black box, but on one setup it worked relatively smoothly, on another, it took a few retries.
Finish up and check the connection
Once the setup is complete, the app should show that your printer is online and connected to WiFi. It’s a good idea to print a test page or check the printer’s network status from its panel (if it has one). If those steps work, congrats—you’re golden. Make sure your printer is listed in your device’s devices and printers list, and try printing from your phone or computer. If not, it’s worth going back and verifying your WiFi settings or redoing the setup one more time.
Extra tips & troubleshooting tricks
If it still doesn’t connect, here are a few things to try:
- Ensure that your WiFi isn’t overloaded or blocking devices from talking—sometimes, router settings or Mac filtering can mess things up.
- Try restarting your router and printer again—sometimes, a clean slate helps.
- Make sure your firmware is up to date—check on the HP support site or through the Smart app if updates are available. Because of course, HP has to make it harder than necessary.
Wrap-up
Once all that’s done, your HP LaserJet M110we should happily sit on your network, ready to print from your phone or laptop without fuss. The setup can be pretty straightforward once you get past the initial awkwardness. Just keep in mind that some setups require a bit of patience—especially if your WiFi isn’t playing nice or the printer is stubborn. Once it’s all up and running, though, it’s a game changer for mobile printing. Fingers crossed this helps someone avoid the endless circling and frustration that can come with WiFi printer setups.
Summary
- Make sure printer is in setup mode (hold Wireless button until orange flashes)
- Download and open HP Smart app from official source
- Connect your device to the same WiFi network
- Add the printer in the app and let it handle the connection
- Finish the setup, test printing, and update firmware if needed