Finding Your HP Printer's IP Address in Three Ways

Where to find your HP printer's IP address

Your HP printer's IP address is a set of numbers that identifies it on your network — something like 192.168.1.100. You need this number to connect to the printer from your computer, troubleshoot network problems, or access the printer's settings page. The fastest way depends on whether your printer is already connected to your network and whether you can reach the printer itself.

If your printer is on and connected to your Wi-Fi or ethernet, you can find the IP address in under a minute using one of three methods: print a network configuration page directly from the printer, check your router's device list, or look in your computer's printer settings. Each method works in different situations — pick the one that matches what you can access right now.

Key Takeaways

The fastest method is to print a network configuration page from the printer's control panel by pressing Menu, selecting Network Settings, and choosing Print Configuration.
If you cannot reach the printer, log into your router's admin page and look for the device list to find the IP address there.
On Windows, you can find the IP address by opening Settings, going to Devices, selecting your printer, and clicking Ports.
Write down the IP address once you find it, because you will need it again for future network tasks.

Print a network configuration page from the printer

This is the most direct method and works on almost all HP printers. Walk to the printer and use its control panel buttons to print a page that shows the IP address and other network details.

Press the Menu button on the printer's touchscreen or control panel. Use the arrow buttons to scroll down and find Network Settings or Network Configuration — the exact name varies by model. Press OK or Enter to open it. Look for an option called Print Configuration, Print Network Settings, or Print Network Status Page. Press OK to print. The page will come out of the printer within seconds and will show your IP address clearly labeled near the top.

If you cannot find these options in the menu, check the printer's physical buttons. Some HP models have a dedicated Information or i button that prints a status page when held for a few seconds. If your printer has a small screen but no touchscreen, use the arrow buttons to navigate the menu instead of tapping.

Check your router's device list

If you cannot reach the printer or it does not have a menu system, you can find the IP address by logging into your router and looking at the list of connected devices. This works whether the printer is connected by Wi-Fi or ethernet cable.

Open a web browser on your computer and type your router's address into the address bar. Most routers use 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1 — check the back or bottom of your router for a sticker that shows the exact address. You will be asked to log in with a username and password. If you have not changed these, they are usually admin for both, but check your router's documentation if that does not work.

Once you are logged in, look for a section called Connected Devices, Device List, DHCP Clients, or Attached Devices. Find your HP printer in the list — it will usually have "HP" or your printer's model number in the name. The IP address will be shown next to it. If you see many devices and are not sure which is your printer, look for a device that has been connected for a long time or check the MAC address on your printer's network configuration page to match it.

Find the IP address in Windows printer settings

On a Windows computer, you can find the IP address through the printer settings if the printer is already added to your system. This method works even if the printer is offline at the moment, as long as it was connected before.

Open Settings and go to Devices. Click Printers & Scanners on the left side. Find your HP printer in the list and click on it. Click Open queue or Manage. A window will open showing the printer's status. Go to Printer in the menu bar at the top and select Properties. Click the Ports tab. Look for a port that starts with "IP_" or "Standard TCP/IP" — the IP address will be shown in that line, usually in parentheses like IP_192.168.1.100.

If you do not see an IP port listed, the printer may be connected by USB instead of network, or it may not have been added to your computer yet. In that case, use one of the other methods instead.

Find the IP address on a Mac

Mac users can find the printer's IP address through System Preferences if the printer is already set up on the computer.

Click the Apple menu and go to System Preferences (or System Settings on newer Macs). Click Printers & Scanners. Find your HP printer in the list on the left and click it. Look for a line that shows the printer's location or address — this will often display the IP address. If you do not see it in the main view, click Supply Levels or look for an option to show more details. If the IP address is not visible here, use the network configuration page method instead.

What to do once you have the IP address

Once you have found the IP address, write it down or save it somewhere you can find it later. You will use this number to access the printer's web interface, troubleshoot connection problems, or set up printing from new devices on your network.

To access the printer's settings page, open a web browser and type the IP address into the address bar — for example, http://192.168.1.100. Press Enter. The printer's control page will load, and you can check ink levels, update drivers, change network settings, or run diagnostics from there. If the page does not load, make sure your computer is on the same network as the printer.

If you need to find the IP address again in the future, the quickest method is always to print the network configuration page from the printer itself. That page also shows other useful information like the printer's MAC address, Wi-Fi signal strength, and whether it is using DHCP or a static IP address.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need the IP address if I can already print?

You need the IP address to access the printer's web page, where you can check ink levels, update firmware, change network settings, or troubleshoot problems. You also need it if you are setting up printing on a new device or if your printer stops responding to print jobs.

What if the IP address keeps changing?

Your printer is using DHCP, which assigns a new address each time it connects. To fix this, you can set a static IP address in the printer's network settings, or you can reserve an IP address in your router so the printer always gets the same one. Check your printer's manual for the static IP option.

Can I find the IP address if the printer is not connected to the network?

No — the IP address only exists when the printer is connected to your network. If the printer is offline or not yet set up, you will need to connect it first. Once it is connected, use one of the three methods above to find the address.

Is the IP address the same as the printer's serial number?

No — they are different. The serial number is a permanent identifier printed on the printer itself, while the IP address is assigned by your network and can change. You need the IP address for network tasks, not the serial number.

What if I see multiple HP printers in my router's device list?

Check the printer's network configuration page to find its MAC address, then match that MAC address to the device in your router's list. The MAC address is a unique identifier that stays the same, so it will help you pick the right one.

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