Where to find your printer's IP address

Your HP printer displays its IP address on the control panel screen, in the printer's web interface, or in your router's connected devices list. The control panel method is fastest if your printer has a touchscreen or small display — most HP printers show this information in the Network or Settings menu. If your printer has no screen, you can log into your router's admin page and look for the printer in the list of connected devices, where the IP address appears next to the printer's name.

You need the IP address to troubleshoot connection problems, change printer settings from your computer, or print from devices on your network that don't automatically find the printer. Once you have it, you can type it directly into a web browser to access the printer's settings page, or give it to someone else who needs to connect to the printer remotely.

Key Takeaways

  • HP printers with a display show the IP address in the Network or Settings menu on the control panel.
  • You can find the IP address in your router's admin page by logging in and looking at the list of connected devices.
  • The printer's setup page or documentation may also list the IP address if you still have the original materials.
  • Once you have the IP address, type it into a web browser's address bar to access the printer's settings page.

Check the printer's control panel display

If your HP printer has a touchscreen or small LCD display on the front, press the Menu, Settings, or Home button to open the main menu. Look for an option labeled Network, Network Settings, Wi-Fi, or Information. The exact wording depends on your model, but the IP address usually appears under a heading like TCP/IP or Network Status.

Write down the number you see next to IPv4 Address or just IP Address — it will look like four groups of numbers separated by periods, such as 192.168.1.100. If you see multiple addresses listed, the one you need is the IPv4 address, not the IPv6 address (which is much longer and contains letters).

If your printer has no display screen, skip to the next section. Some older or very basic HP models have no way to show the IP address on the printer itself.

Log into your router to find the printer

Open a web browser on any computer or phone connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your printer. Type 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1 into the address bar and press Enter. This takes you to your router's login page. If neither address works, look on the back or bottom of your router for a sticker that shows the correct address — it is usually printed there.

Enter your router's username and password. If you have never changed these, they are often admin for the username and admin or password for the password, though this varies by router brand. Once you are logged in, look for a section called Connected Devices, Device List, DHCP Clients, or Attached Devices. Find your printer's name in the list — it usually starts with "HP" or contains the model number — and the IP address will be shown next to it.

If you cannot find your printer in the list, make sure it is turned on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Some printers show up under their full model name, while others show a shortened version, so look for anything that resembles your printer's name.

Use the HP Smart app to locate the printer

read the HP Smart app on your phone or computer from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or HP's website. Open the app and sign in with an HP account, or create one if you do not have one. The app will search your network for HP printers and display them in a list with their IP addresses shown underneath the printer name.

This method works well if you have multiple printers on your network, because the app shows all of them at once with their addresses clearly labeled. You can also use the app to print test pages, check ink levels, and change basic settings without needing to remember the IP address.

Access the printer's settings page with the IP address

Once you have the IP address, open a web browser and type it into the address bar exactly as it appears — for example, http://192.168.1.100. Press Enter, and the printer's web interface will load. This page shows you the printer's status, lets you change network settings, update the firmware, and adjust print quality or paper size preferences.

The first time you visit this page, you may see a security warning because the connection is not encrypted. This is normal for printers on a home network. Click through the warning to continue. You may also be asked to enter a password — if you have never set one, try leaving the password field blank or entering admin.

Print a network configuration page from the printer

Many HP printers can print a page that shows all their network information, including the IP address. On the printer's control panel, press Menu or Settings, then look for Reports, Print Reports, or Information Pages. Select Network Configuration or Network Status and choose Print. The printer will print a page with the IP address, MAC address, Wi-Fi signal strength, and other network details.

This method is useful if you want a physical record of the address or if the control panel menu is hard to navigate. Keep the printed page in a safe place so you can find the address again without repeating these steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need the IP address if my printer works fine?

You may need it later if the printer stops responding to print jobs, if you want to change network settings, or if someone else on your network needs to connect to it. Saving the address now means you will not have to search for it in an emergency.

Will the IP address change?

It may change if your router restarts or if the printer is off for a long time. Most home routers assign the same address to the same printer most of the time, but it is not may provide. If the address changes, you can find the new one using any of the methods in this guide.

What if I cannot log into my router?

Check the sticker on the back of your router for the default username and password. If you changed the password and forgot it, you may need to reset the router to factory settings by holding the reset button for 10 seconds — this erases your Wi-Fi password and all custom settings.

Can I use the IP address to print from outside my home?

Not directly — the IP address only works on your home network. To print remotely, use the HP Smart app or HP's cloud printing service, which lets you send documents to your printer from anywhere with an internet connection.

Is it safe to share the IP address with someone else?

Sharing the IP address with someone on your home network is safe. If you want someone outside your home to print to your printer, use HP's cloud printing instead, which is more find and does not require sharing your network address.