Where Is the WPS PIN on My Samsung Printer?
If your router asks for a WPS PIN while you’re trying to connect a Samsung printer to Wi‑Fi, you’re using the “PIN” version of WPS instead of the push‑button method. Samsung printers don’t have a single universal PIN printed on the device. Instead, they generate a temporary WPS PIN that you find on the printer’s display or on a printed network report. This guide explains exactly where to locate it, how to enter it in your router, and what to do if your model doesn’t show a PIN option.
WPS PIN vs. WPS Push Button
There are two ways WPS works:
- Push Button (PBC): You press a WPS button on the printer and router within a two‑minute window. No PIN required.
- PIN Method: The printer shows a numeric PIN that you type into your router’s WPS setup page.
Push button is simpler and more common. PIN method is used when the router doesn’t have a physical WPS button or when WPS is enabled only through a web page.
Where to Find the WPS PIN on Samsung Printers
The exact path depends on your model, but these are the standard locations:
- On the Printer Screen (Models with Displays): Go to Network or Wireless settings, choose WPS, then select PIN. The printer will show a numeric PIN for a few minutes.
- On a Network Configuration Report: For models without a screen, print a network report. Many Samsung Xpress printers print it by holding the WPS/Wi‑Fi button for 5–10 seconds or pressing Stop + WPS together (model‑dependent). The report lists the WPS PIN or a section labeled “WPS‑PIN.”
- From the Embedded Web Server (EWS): If the printer is already connected by USB or Ethernet, open a browser and enter the printer IP. Under Network > Wireless, you may find a WPS PIN option that generates a PIN for setup.
How to Use the WPS PIN
1) On the printer, generate the PIN using the menu or report method above. 2) Log in to your router’s admin page. 3) Find the WPS settings (often under Wireless or Security). 4) Choose WPS PIN or Add device by PIN. 5) Enter the printer’s PIN and start the connection. 6) Return to the printer and wait for the wireless light to turn solid.
Important: the PIN expires quickly, usually in 2–5 minutes. If it expires, generate a new one.
If Your Samsung Printer Doesn’t Show a PIN
Many Samsung Xpress models support only push‑button WPS. If you can’t find a PIN option, use push button instead:
- Press and hold the printer’s WPS/Wi‑Fi button until the wireless LED blinks.
- Press the router’s WPS button within two minutes.
- Wait for a solid wireless light.
If your router doesn’t support push‑button WPS, use the USB‑assisted wireless setup in the Samsung/HP driver software instead of WPS.
Alternative: USB‑Assisted Wireless Setup
If WPS is disabled on your router (common on mesh systems) you can still connect the printer to Wi‑Fi without a PIN. Download the Samsung/HP driver for your exact model, run the installer, and choose Wireless Network Connection. When prompted, connect a USB cable temporarily. The setup tool will show nearby SSIDs, let you enter the Wi‑Fi password, and then transmit those credentials to the printer. Once the wireless light turns solid, unplug USB and finish the install. This method is often more reliable than WPS.\n
Common WPS PIN Problems
Router rejects the PIN: Make sure WPS is enabled in the router. Some routers require selecting “PIN method” explicitly. PIN expired: Generate a new one and try again immediately. Printer never connects: Ensure you’re pairing to a 2.4 GHz SSID; many Samsung printers don’t support 5 GHz. Set router security to WPA2 or mixed WPA2/WPA3—WPA3‑only can block older printers.
Security Note
WPS is convenient but can be less secure than normal password setup. If you're security‑conscious, use WPS only to join the printer, then disable WPS in the router afterward. Your printer will stay connected without WPS enabled.
Quick Checklist
- Check the printer menu for WPS > PIN (if the model has a display).
- If no display, print a network report to find the temporary WPS PIN.
- Enter the PIN in your router’s WPS page before it expires.
- If no PIN option exists, use WPS push‑button or USB‑assisted setup.
- Pair on 2.4 GHz Wi‑Fi with WPA2/mixed security.
With the WPS PIN located and entered correctly, your Samsung printer should join Wi‑Fi quickly. If you tell me your exact model number, I can point you to the precise button/menu combination for printing the PIN report.