For the HP Ink Tank Wireless 415 printer, the default password to initially connect using the Automatic Wi-Fi Direct mode is 12345678.
It's important to understand that this 12345678 is the default password specifically for the Automatic Wi-Fi Direct connection mode. If this doesn't work or if you are connecting via a different method (like standard Wi-Fi through your router), the password may be different.
Understanding Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct allows you to connect your mobile device (smartphone, tablet) or computer directly to your printer without needing a Wi-Fi router. This is useful for printing on the go or if you don't have a local network.
- Automatic Mode: The printer automatically creates a Wi-Fi Direct network using a simple default password like 12345678.
- Manual/Secured Mode: You can often configure Wi-Fi Direct with a different, more secure password (WPA2-PSK). In this case, the password is set by the user or generated randomly by the printer during setup.
According to the reference: Try 12345678 which is the default password for Automatic Wi-Fi Direct mode. If this is not the password, When Wi-Fi Direct is turned on the Wi-Fi Direct light is on steady.
How to Find Your HP 415 Printer's Wi-Fi Direct Password
If the default 12345678 does not work, the actual Wi-Fi Direct password (especially if it's in a manual/secured mode) or even the standard Wi-Fi password information is typically found by printing a network configuration report directly from the printer.
Here’s how you can generally print a report (exact steps may vary slightly):
- Ensure the printer is turned on and has paper loaded.
- Look for a button combination on the printer control panel. Common options include:
- Pressing and holding the Information button (often marked with an 'i').
- Pressing and holding the Wireless button.
- Pressing the Wireless and Information buttons simultaneously.
- The printer should print one or more pages containing network details, including the Wi-Fi Direct name (SSID) and password, as well as status information about standard Wi-Fi connection if applicable.
Review the printed report carefully to find the current Wi-Fi Direct password.
Summary Table: Default HP 415 Wi-Fi Direct Password
| Connection Method | Default Password | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Wi-Fi Direct | 12345678 | Default only, may have been changed. |
| Manual/Secured Wi-Fi Direct | Varies | Found on printed Network Report. |
| Standard Wi-Fi (via router) | Your router's password | Printer connects using this. |
If the Wi-Fi Direct light on your printer is on steady, it indicates that the Wi-Fi Direct feature is enabled, making it possible to connect directly using the appropriate password.
