How to Connect Samsung ProXpress M4070FR Printer to WiFi? (Full Guide)

So, you have got your brand-new Samsung ProXpress M4070FR printer and are ready to get started! It is a multi-function printer that comes with advanced connectivity options. Users can connect it to a smartphone or computer if they know the correct steps. You may face connection issues if the setup process isn’t followed correctly.

If you don’t know "How to connect your Samsung ProXpress M4070FR printer to a WiFi network" or are facing any issues, this blog will be helpful for you. Here, you will find complete details on the top 3 methods to establish a wireless connection.

Method 1: Via Easy Print Manager

The following steps will help you establish the connection between your Samsung printer and WiFi using the Easy Print Manager.

• First, you need to download and install the Easy Print Manager on your Windows device.

• After that, you should launch the app and make sure to open it in Advanced Mode.

• Then, click on your Samsung ProXpress M4070FR printer and go to the Device Settings tab.

• Next, you need to click on the Network Settings tab.

• Enable WiFi Direct and fill in the required details:

  1. Enter the Device Name; the model number of your printer is the device name.

  2. Type the IP address of your Samsung printer. You can use this IP address for WiFi Direct connection. (Make sure to use the default IP address 192.168.3.1.

  3. Enable ‘Group Owner’ to assign the printer as the owner of the WiFi Direct group, making it function like a wireless access point.

  4. If you choose your printer as a Group Owner, then a network password is required for other devices to connect.

• After filling in all the information, you need to click on the Save button.

Method 2: Using IP Address of Your Samsung Printer

Follow the procedure below to connect your Samsung printer to the WiFi. (Before you start the connection process, make sure to place the printer close to your router.) 

• Open any web browser on your device and enter the IP address of your printer.

• After that, select the Login option from the top right side of the screen to complete the login process. (Note: The Default user ID/password is admin/sec00000 that you can use for the sign-in process.)

• Then, you need to move to the Settings tab and choose the Network Settings option.

• From the left side of the screen, under the Wireless section, choose WiFi Direct, and then enable WiFi Direct.

• Now, you should enter the right information into the specific field.

  1. Specify a name for your printer in the Device Name field; you can use your printer's model number for this purpose.

  2. Also, enter the printer's IP address to use for the WiFi Direct connection only.

  3. You should enable the Group Owner option to assign the printer as the WiFi Direct Group's owner. This option is similar to a wireless access point.

  4. If the printer is the group owner, a network password is required for other smartphones to connect. (It allows you to configure a network password yourself, or keep the given network password that is generated by default.)

• After that, you need to choose the Apply option to save the changes.

• Finally, your wireless connection process will be complete.

Method 3: With Printer’s Control Panel

These are the steps you need to follow if you want to connect your Samsung printer to WiFi using the control panel on it.

1. First, power on your printer.

2. Then select the Menu option/button.

3. Using the arrow buttons, navigate to the Network option and then press the OK key.

4. Next, you should go to the WiFi Direct option and press OK.

5. Now, you need to enable the WiFi Direct option.

6. In the Device Name field, enter the printer's name to search for your printer on a wireless network.

7. Enter the printer’s IP address. The default is usually 192.168.3.1.

8. Activate the option of Group Owner.

9. If your printer is selected as a group owner, specify the network password. (It is required for other mobile devices to connect to your printer.)

10. Then, verify the printer’s password and confirm the connection status.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question

How to Setup a Samsung ProXpress M4070FR Printer?

Follow the steps below if you want to set up your printer.

1. Visit the HP support website (since Samsung printers are now supported by HP) to download the driver.

2. Download and install the printer driver package from the website.

3. Run the file and complete the installation by following the instructions.

4. Next, navigate to the printer control panel to complete the wireless network setup.

5. Access the Printer and Scanners page and select the option to set up a printer.

6. After that, select your printer, and the setup will be complete. 

Question

Why Is Samsung Printer Not Connecting to a WiFi Network?

Here are the main reasons that can result in the printer not connecting to your WiFi.

●     The printer is not kept within the connection range of the WiFi router.

●     Your printer is restricted from joining your wireless network.

●     The printer or router is facing some problems.

●     The printer does not have a WiFi connection feature.

●     Your printer may be facing a firmware or software problem.

●     You might be using an incorrect setup method, among other possible reasons.

Question

How do I check if My Samsung Printer is Connected to WiFi?

Your printer might be connected to WiFi, but you’re unsure. To check, go to the control panel or print a test page. If you want to check for a connection, then you need to go to the control panel or try to print a test page. If your printer prints a test page, then it is properly connected to the WiFi network. If there is a problem with the connection, then you can also print the configuration page on your printer to get the information.

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