HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Driver Installation, Network, USB, WiFi Setup & Troubleshooting Guide 2025

The HP LaserJet Pro M234nw is a reliable monochrome laser printer with network and wireless connectivity. Note: The HP LaserJet Pro M234nw supports USB, Ethernet (wired network), and WiFi connectivity. This guide covers HP LaserJet Pro M234nw driver installation, WiFi setup, USB setup, network configuration, and troubleshooting for Windows 10, Windows 11, and macOS.

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Driver Download

Download the latest HP LaserJet Pro M234nw drivers from HP's official website:

1. Visit support.hp.com
2. Enter "LaserJet Pro M234nw" in the search box
3. Select your operating system (Windows 10/11 or macOS)
4. Download the HP Universal Print Driver or Full Feature Driver
5. Run the installer and follow the setup wizard

Installing HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Drivers on Windows

Method 1: HP Smart App (Recommended)

1. Download HP Smart from Microsoft Store
2. Open HP Smart and click "Add Printer"
3. Select "Set up a new printer"
4. HP Smart will automatically detect and install HP LaserJet Pro M234nw drivers
5. Follow on-screen instructions to complete setup

Method 2: Manual Driver Installation

1. Download HP LaserJet Pro M234nw driver package from HP website
2. Extract the downloaded file
3. Run setup.exe as Administrator
4. Select "Install Printer Driver"
5. Choose connection type (USB, Network/Ethernet, or WiFi)
6. Complete the installation wizard

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw WiFi Setup

The M234nw is designed for wireless printing. To set up WiFi:

Method 1: Using HP Smart App (Easiest)

1. Download and open HP Smart app on your computer or mobile device
2. Tap "Add Printer"
3. Select "Set up a new printer"
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect to your WiFi network
5. Enter your WiFi network password when prompted
6. Wait for the printer to connect to your network
7. Print a test page to verify connection

Method 2: Using Printer Control Panel

1. On the printer control panel, navigate to Network or Wireless settings
2. Select "WiFi Setup Wizard"
3. Choose your WiFi network from the list
4. Enter your WiFi password using the on-screen keyboard
5. Wait for connection confirmation
6. Print a network configuration page to verify WiFi connection and IP address

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw USB Setup

For USB connection:

1. Connect the USB cable to the HP LaserJet Pro M234nw and your computer
2. Turn on the printer
3. Windows should automatically detect and install drivers
4. If not, run the HP driver installer and select USB connection
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Ethernet Network Setup

For wired network connection via Ethernet:

1. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the HP LaserJet Pro M234nw
2. Connect the other end to an available port on your router or network switch
3. Turn on the printer
4. Wait 30-60 seconds for the printer to obtain an IP address from your network
5. Print a network configuration page from the printer control panel to verify the IP address
6. Note the IP address shown on the configuration page

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Troubleshooting

Issue: "Driver Not Found" Error

Solution:

1. Uninstall existing HP LaserJet Pro M234nw driver from Device Manager
2. Restart your computer
3. Download fresh driver from HP website
4. Install driver in Administrator mode

Issue: HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Shows Offline

Solution:

1. Check printer is powered on and connected
2. Go to Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners
3. Right-click HP LaserJet Pro M234nw → "Use printer online"
4. Update HP LaserJet Pro M234nw driver if issue persists

Issue: WiFi Connection Problems

Solutions:

• Ensure printer and computer are on the same WiFi network
• Check WiFi signal strength (move printer closer to router if needed)
• Restart printer and router
• Re-enter WiFi password using printer control panel
• Check router settings (2.4GHz vs 5GHz - M234nw may only support 2.4GHz)
• Disable and re-enable WiFi on the printer
• Try connecting via Ethernet cable first, then switch to WiFi
• Check for WiFi interference from other devices

Issue: Print Jobs Stuck in Queue

Solution:

1. Open Services (Windows + R, type services.msc)
2. Find "Print Spooler" → Right-click → "Restart"
3. Clear print queue: Control Panel > Devices and Printers > HP LaserJet Pro M234nw > See what's printing
4. Delete stuck print jobs

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Network Driver Setup

For network-connected HP LaserJet Pro M234nw printers (Ethernet or WiFi):

1. Ensure printer is connected to network (via Ethernet cable or WiFi)
2. Print network configuration page from printer control panel
3. Note the printer IP address from the configuration page
4. On Windows: Settings > Devices > Add printer > Add printer using IP address
5. Enter printer IP address
6. Select "HP Universal Print Driver" or specific M234nw driver
7. Complete the installation wizard

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Driver for Mac

1. Download HP LaserJet Pro M234nw driver from HP website (macOS version)
2. Open downloaded .dmg file
3. Run HP Easy Start or installer package
4. Follow installation wizard
5. Add printer in System Preferences > Printers & Scanners
6. Select connection type (USB, Ethernet network, or WiFi)

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Toner Cartridge

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw uses:

• HP 85A Black Original Toner Cartridge (standard yield: ~1,200 pages)
• HP 85X Black High-Yield Toner Cartridge (high yield: ~2,600 pages)

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Common Issues

Paper Jams

If you experience paper jams:

1. Turn off printer and unplug power cord
2. Open all access doors (front, rear)
3. Remove jammed paper carefully (pull in direction of paper flow)
4. Check for torn paper pieces
5. Close all doors and restart printer

Low Toner Warnings

When toner is low:

1. Replace HP 85A or HP 85X toner cartridge
2. Open front access door
3. Remove old cartridge and install new one
4. Close door and wait for printer to calibrate

Updating HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Drivers

1. Open HP Smart or visit HP Support website
2. Check for HP LaserJet Pro M234nw driver updates
3. Download latest driver version
4. Uninstall old driver first (optional but recommended)
5. Install new HP LaserJet Pro M234nw driver
6. Restart computer and printer

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Network Printing

The M234nw supports network printing via Ethernet or WiFi. To print from multiple computers:

1. Ensure HP LaserJet Pro M234nw is connected to network (Ethernet or WiFi)
2. Add the printer to each computer using its IP address or network name
3. Use Settings > Devices > Add printer > Add printer using IP address on Windows
4. Or use System Preferences > Printers & Scanners > Add on Mac
5. Enter the printer's IP address when prompted

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Mobile Printing

The M234nw supports mobile printing via HP Smart app:

1. Download HP Smart app on your smartphone or tablet
2. Ensure printer and mobile device are on the same WiFi network
3. Open HP Smart app and add your M234nw printer
4. Print documents, photos, or web pages directly from your mobile device

HP LaserJet Pro M234nw Specifications

• Print Speed: Up to 28 pages per minute (ppm)
• First Page Out: As fast as 7.3 seconds
• Resolution: Up to 600 x 600 dpi
• Connectivity: USB, Ethernet (wired network), WiFi (wireless)
• Paper Capacity: 250-sheet input tray
• Mobile Printing: HP Smart app support

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