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I have a simple question. I set up my printer to my laptop wirelessly do I disconnect the usb cable now? When I turn my printer on it will automatically be connected to my computer right?

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Following the replies from and , and in reference to ’s question about the USB cable: here are concise, practical checks and next steps to confirm a true wireless setup and to fix common problems. First, verify the printer actually has a network address by printing a Network Configuration or Wireless Test report from the printer control panel — that page shows the assigned IP and network status. If no IP appears, use the printer’s WPS/push-button method or run the HP setup utility (or HP app) to push the Wi‑Fi details to the printer; model-specific button sequences and app-assisted setup are documented in HP support threads for the 4580-family. (h30434.www3.hp.com)

When printing fails after the USB is removed, Windows often still routes jobs to the original USB-installed queue. Remove any USB printer entry, then add the network printer either by letting the HP app find it or by using Add a printer → “Add a printer using TCP/IP address” and creating a Standard TCP/IP port that points to the printer’s IP. If the printer’s IP changes after router restarts, reserve that IP in the router or assign a manual IP in the printer’s Embedded Web Server (EWS), then re-add the printer by that address. Also check that the PC firewall isn’t blocking printer discovery and that the printer is on the same SSID (not a guest network); older HP models may require the 2.4 GHz band. (h30434.www3.hp.com)

Quick troubleshooting checklist: confirm the printer’s wireless LED shows connected and print a test page from the EWS or control panel; update firmware via the EWS or HP app; try a short USB hookup only to push wireless settings if other methods fail. WPS is convenient but has security trade‑offs, so prefer app- or USB-assisted setup if possible. For exact button-combo resets, WPS/PIN steps, and other model-specific notes, refer to the HP Community threads for the F/J4580 series. (h30434.www3.hp.com)

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Member Avatar for rch1231

If you set the printer up wireless then if will have an ipaddress on your network and your laptop should see it on the network. You do not need the USB cable. That is only if you don't use the network connection.

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Your HP software, if installed, would help you easily locate HP printers on the network. As long as the laptop and printer are on the network, no USB cables are required.

Member Avatar for Cindy_2

Ty both so much for your reply.

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