DeskJet 2540: cannot convert mac wireless usb printer

Hello

I'm having a problem setting my printer all-in-one Deskjet 2540 on my macbook (osx El Capitan). After basic implementation through usb connection, I was able to connect my printer to my router, which makes possible wireless printing. I was then able to print wireless from my phone using remote control all-in-one app.

However, I now want my macbook to establish a wireless connection to the printer instead of the usb connection that is used for configuration. I can't find the option to convert a usb printer to a printer that is connected to the wifi. When disconnecting from usb, laptop computer notes the connection with the printer is lost. To install my printer, I use the HP Utility software, in which I can't find such an option. Also, when passing through Apple-> system-> printers and scanners preferences I can't find an option "convert to wireless. I also read a method via Finder-> applications-> HP and then an icon for installing the software & should be there? In my case, there is only the HP Utility icon which directs me to the same program in which I could not find the option.

What I was looking for, and where can I find it?

Might be a little exaggerated description, but I hope that this makes it extremely clear...

Hi @Jeppie,

Thank you for joining the HP Forums!

I read your post about how you try to connect your HP Deskjet 2540 to your Mac using a Wi - Fi. I'm happy to help you!

Please take a look at this video, install a printer in Mac OS X v10.11 El Capitan HP by using a network connectionand let me know what happens!

If it helps, please consider clicking on "accept as a solution." And, please click the thumbs up icon. The two icons are below this post.

I hope that solves your problem!

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