How to Connect the HP DeskJet 3525 Printer to Wi-Fi: A Complete Guide with Photos and Tips

Connecting a printer HP DeskJet 3525 Connecting to a wireless network is a task that seems simple only at first glance. In practice, users encounter authentication errors, the network "disappearing" from the list of available networks, or a problem where the printer connects to Wi-Fi but doesn't print from the computer. In this article, we'll look at all connection methods (via control panel, WPS, HP Smart and manual input), and we will also give specific recommendations troubleshooting common errors, from resetting network settings to updating firmware.

Feature of the model 3525 — the lack of a display, which makes setup more complicated than with more expensive MFPs. But that doesn't mean the process will take hours: with the right approach, you can get it done in 10–15 minutes. We'll also tell you how to check the connection and set up printing from Windows 10/11, macOS and Android/iOS — including cases when the printer is “not visible” on the network.

If you have already tried to connect and received an error (for example, 0x6100004a or Wi-Fi Direct is not available), skip the introductory section and go straight to troubleshooting unitFor the rest, let's start with preparation.

Preparation: What you need to do before connecting

Before setting up Wi-Fi on your printer, make sure the following basic conditions are met:

• 📶 The router is turned on and provides a stable signal (check on your smartphone or laptop). If you're using dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 and 5 GHz), the printer HP 3525 supports only 2.4 GHz.
• 🔌 The printer is turned on Connect to the network and be within range of the router (no further than 5-7 meters). Avoid thick walls or metal partitions.
• 📄 Do you have network data?: name (SSID) and password. If you lose the password, you can find it in the router settings or on the sticker on the back of the device.
• 💻 Computer or smartphone connected to the same Wi-Fi network to which you want to connect the printer.

If your router uses hidden network (The SSID is not broadcast), temporarily make it visible before connecting the printer. To do this:

1. Go to your router's control panel (usually at 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1).
2. Find the section Wi-Fi → Wireless Network Settings.
3. Uncheck the box Hide SSID (or Hide SSID).
4. Save the settings and reboot the router.

⚠️ Attention: HP printers often conflict with routers that have the mode enabled. 802.11r (Fast Roaming)If your router supports this feature (for example, models from ASUS or TP-Link), disable it before connecting.

Also check if the router is using MAC address filteringIf so, temporarily disable it or add the printer's MAC address (you can find it on the sticker on the back of the device or in the menu). Network settings after connecting via USB).

Method 1: Connecting via WPS (fastest)

If your router supports the technology WPS (the button is usually labeled on the back panel), this method will take no more than a minute. HP DeskJet 3525 Compatible with WPS, but there are some nuances:

• ⏳ You need to press the WPS button on the router within 2 minutes after activating the mode on the printer.
• 🔒 Not all routers support WPS (for example, some Apple models or modern Mesh systems).
• 📡 The printer must be located close to the router (no further than 2–3 meters).

Instructions:

1. Make sure the printer is turned on and in standby mode (the power light is green).
2. Press and hold the button Wi-Fi on the printer panel (with the image of the antenna) 5 secondsuntil the indicator starts flashing blue.
3. For 120 seconds press the button WPS on the router. Hold it down for 3-5 seconds.
4. Wait until the Wi-Fi light on the printer turns on blue constant light - this means a successful connection.

If the indicator continues to blink or remains orange, repeat the process. If the connection fails after 2-3 attempts, proceed to the next method. Your router most likely doesn't support WPS or the feature is disabled in the settings.

Method 2: Connecting via the printer control panel

This method is suitable if WPS did not work or your router does not support this technology. HP DeskJet 3525 there is no screen, so the setup is done through combination of buttons and indicator lights.

Before you begin, make sure that:

• 📡 The printer and router are turned on.
• 🔋 The printer has sufficient battery power (if used) or is connected to the network.
• 📵 The printer is not connected to the computer via USB (disconnect the cable if it was connected).

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Press and hold the button Wi-Fi (with an antenna icon) on the printer panel 5 secondsuntil the indicator starts flashing blue.
2. Click the button Information (with the "i" icon) onceThe Wi-Fi indicator will start blinking faster.
3. Click the button Cancel (red cross) onceThe printer will begin searching for available networks.
4. Wait until the Wi-Fi indicator starts blinking green and blue alternately - this means that the printer has found your network.
5. Click the button Information again to confirm your network selection.
6. Enter the Wi-Fi password using the printer buttons:
   • Use the buttons Up/Down Arrow to select symbols.
   • Button OK (or Information) confirms the choice.
   • Button Cancel erases the last character entered.

After entering the password, click OKThe Wi-Fi indicator will flash. blue during connection.

After 20-30 seconds the indicator will light up blue constant light — connection successful.

If your printer doesn't find your network, check:

• 🔍 Is the password entered correctly (the printer is case sensitive!).
• 📶 Does Wi-Fi work on other devices?
• 🔄 Is the router in the offline mode? 5 GHz only (the printer does not support it).

The printer is turned on and not connected via USB. The router is distributing Wi-Fi at 2.4 GHz. The network password is at hand. The network is not hidden (the SSID is visible).

Method 3: Connecting via the HP Smart app

Application HP Smart (available for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS) simplifies setup, especially if you don't want to manually enter a password using the buttons. However, this method requires temporarily connecting the printer to your computer or smartphone via USB.

Instructions for Windows/macOS:

1. Download and install HP Smart from the official website.
2. Connect the printer to the computer via USB cable (included in the kit).
3. Launch the application and select Add a printer.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions. When prompted to select a connection method, select Wireless network.
5. Enter your Wi-Fi password when prompted.
6. Wait for the setup to complete. Disconnect the USB cable; the printer should remain connected to Wi-Fi.

Instructions for Android/iOS:

1. Install the application HP Smart from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone and bring it close to the printer.
3. Launch the application and select Add a printer.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions. The app will automatically find the printer and prompt you to connect it to Wi-Fi.
5. Select your network from the list and enter the password.

If the application does not find the printer:

• 🔌 Check if the USB cable is connected (for a PC) or Bluetooth is turned on (for a smartphone).
• 📱 Restart the HP Smart app.
• 🔄 Restart the printer (turn the power off and on).

⚠️ Attention: On some smartphones (especially those with Android 12+), the HP Smart app may request location access. This is necessary to find the printer; otherwise, the connection will fail.

What should I do if HP Smart doesn't see my printer?

If the application does not find HP DeskJet 3525 even after reboot, try:

1. Connect the printer to the PC via USB and update the firmware via HP website.

2. Temporarily disable your firewall or antivirus (they may be blocking the connection).

3. Use another smartphone or computer for setup.

Method 4: Manually entering Wi-Fi settings (for advanced users)

If automatic methods do not work, you can manually specify the network parameters via printer web interfaceTo do this:

1. Connect the printer to the computer via USB cable.
2. Launch your browser and enter in the address bar http://192.168.223.1 (This is the default IP address of the printer.) If the page does not open, check the IP via Control Panel → Devices and Printers → Printer Properties → Web Services Tab.
3. Go to the section Network → Wireless (802.11).
4. Select Manual Setup (manual setting).
5. Enter:
   • SSID — the name of your network.
   • Security — security type (usually WPA2-PSK).
   • Password — Wi-Fi password.

Save the settings and restart the printer.

If the printer does not connect after saving:

• 🔧 Check if your router is blocking new devices (for example, through MAC filtering).
• 📡 Make sure that the mode is not enabled in the router settings Isolation of clients (it prevents devices from “seeing” each other on the network).

Troubleshooting: What to do if your printer won't connect

If none of the methods worked, follow these diagnostic instructions:

1. Restart all devices:
   • Turn off the printer, router and computer.
   • Turn on the router first, then the printer, then the computer.
2. Check your router compatibility:
   • Printer HP 3525 works only with 2.4 GHzIf the router only distributes 5 GHz, change the settings.
   • On routers with 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) You may need to enable compatibility mode for 802.11n.
3. Reset the printer's network settings:
   • Press the buttons Wi-Fi And Cancel simultaneously on 10 seconds.
   • The Wi-Fi indicator will flash orange - the settings have been reset.

Update firmware:

• Download the latest firmware for DeskJet 3525 With HP website.
• Connect the printer via USB and run the update file.

Critical information: If after resetting the printer stops responding to buttons or the indicators do not light, follow the steps below: hard reset:

1. Turn off the printer.
2. Press the buttons Nutrition And Cancel.
3. Without releasing the button, turn on the printer.
4. Keep the buttons pressed for a while longer. 20 seconds, then release.

This method will reset the printer to factory settings, but will delete all saved print jobs.

⚠️ Attention: On some router firmware (for example, Keenetic or MikroTik) it may be enabled Wi-Fi Protective Mode, which is blocking new devices from connecting. Check the security settings in your router's control panel.

What to do after connecting: Printing setup

A successful Wi-Fi connection is only half the battle. To ensure your printer works properly:

1. Install drivers:
   • For Windows/macOS: download drivers from official HP website (select model DeskJet 3525).
   • For Android/iOS: use the app HP Smart or Google Cloud Print (for Android).
2. Set your default printer:
   • On Windows: Settings → Devices → Printers & Scanners → Manage → Set as Default.
   • On macOS: System Preferences → Printers & Scanners → select a printer → Set as Default.

Check the seal:

• Submit a test document (for example, a page from a notebook).
• If printing does not start, check the print queue: on Windows, open Devices and Printers → View Print Queue.

If the printer is connected to Wi-Fi, but the computer does not see it:

• 🔍 Make sure your computer and printer are in one network.
• 🔄 Restart the Windows Print Service:

  net stop spooler
  net start spooler

• 📡 Temporarily disable your firewall or antivirus software (they may be blocking network discovery).

1. Printer and computer on the same network.

2. Drivers are installed and up to date.

3. There are no errors in the print queue.-->

Frequently asked questions

The printer connects to Wi-Fi, but won't print from my computer. What should I do?

The problem is usually related to drivers or network settings:

1. Uninstall the current printer driver via Control Panel → Programs and Features.
2. Download the latest driver version from HP website and install it.
3. Check that it is not enabled in the router settings. AP Isolation (client isolation).
4. If you use a VPN on your computer, disable it as it may be blocking your local connection.

Can I connect the HP 3525 to Wi-Fi without a computer?

Yes, there are two ways:

1. Via WPS (if the router supports this function).
2. Through the printer control panel (entering the password using the buttons as described in Section 3).

You can also use a smartphone with an app HP Smart, but this will require a temporary USB or Bluetooth connection to the printer.

My printer keeps disconnecting from Wi-Fi. How can I fix this?

Reasons and solutions:

• 📶 Weak signal: Move the printer closer to the router or use a Wi-Fi repeater.
• 🔄 Router energy saving: Disable the option in your router settings Wi-Fi energy saving or Beacon Interval (set value 100).
• 🔋 Printer power problems: If your printer is connected via a USB hub or extension cable, plug it directly into a power outlet.
• 🔄 IP address conflict: In the printer settings (via the web interface), set a static IP address outside the router's DHCP range.

How do I reset my printer's Wi-Fi settings?

There are two ways:

1. Software reset: hold down the button Wi-Fi on 5 seconds, then press Cancel Once. The indicator will flash orange - the Wi-Fi settings have been reset.
2. Full reset: hold down the buttons Nutrition And Cancel, turn on the printer, hold down the buttons again 20 secondsThis will reset all settings to factory defaults.

Is it possible to connect the printer to a public network (for example, in a cafe or office)?

Technically yes, but there are limitations:

• 🔒 If the network requires authentication via a browser (for example, entering a username/password), the printer will not be able to connect—it does not support web authentication.
• 📡 If the network uses Enterprise security mode (for example, WPA2-Enterprise), connection is also impossible.
• 🖨️ In office networks, administrator permission may be required to add a new device (by MAC address).

To print on such networks, use USB cable or customize Wi-Fi Direct (if the printer supports this mode).