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Sunday, March 8th, 2026 5:12 PM

Printer Help for now

my hp2800e printer stopped connecting to wifi about 2 weeks ago.  Is there a link that will explain how to split it from 5g to 2.4?  I tried but I am 73 and I need explicit instructions.  I can't use the app because I have the iPhone 8 and  it will not upgrade.  I tried calling numerous times for help.  some of the online instructions are for windows; I have a Mac so it's confusing and I need my printer to work asap.  Never had this issue until after the internet went down recently and I was notified it was for upgrading.  That took out my security system; my furnace, my ring, and was told I could not get a refund.  Since that date, my printer will not get a signal.  HELP!

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will try the link and will reply back if it works; thank you!

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the link states this "Managing your home network settings is now easier than ever. To manage your gateway settings and other features, please download the Xfinity app."

I had and used the app for a long time but it will no longer update to my iPhone 8. 

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Ok, You can try using an Android VM (Virtual Machine) app on your PC like a MuMu player and do it from there. 

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does not make sense that I have to add strange unfamiliar apps to my computer.  This is even more confusing to me.  Thanks tor trying.  I will call tomorrow.  

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2 days ago

No. It doesn't make sense. But it's a work-around that I found. Everyone that I have recommended it to has had success. Totally up to you to try it... Calling won't help... Do you prefer to bang your head against a wall to try to change a multi-billion dollar corporation ?

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I understand what you are saying but this Mac air is new and after using windows for 50 plus years, I am calling apple care everyday just to learn how it works .  At 73, my budget is stretched.  This Mac air was a family GIFT so I am trying to learn how to use it.  I was hacked before and this new tech is scary.  I tried to add YouTube but had to clue where it went.  In windows you can send to desktop.  SO, yes, this is a day by day learning experience and I spend an hour every day with apple care to learn.  I did not mean to offend you in anyway.  I apologize. 

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2 days ago

No worries and no apologies necessary ! Best of luck to you with your learning and with your choices !

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17 hours ago

Thank you for using the Xfinity Community Forums page to reach our regarding assistance for your printer after it and a few other devices stopped wirelessly connecting. I am happy to look into this issue for you to see if we can get the device reconnected. Are you still in need of assistance after reaching out and working with Apple?

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