How to connect the HP DeskJet 3525 printer to Wi-Fi: instructions with photos and tips

Multifunctional printer HP DeskJet 3525 — a popular model for home use, but connecting it to a wireless network often raises questions. Even if you have experience setting up other devices, This printer's Wi-Fi module has some special features.: it only supports networks 2.4 GHz, doesn't work with some types of encryption and may "lose" the connection if the router is configured incorrectly. In this article, you'll find not only the standard instructions, but also Ways to work around common errors (such as code 0x6100004a or a blinking Wi-Fi indicator), which the manufacturer keeps silent about in the official documentation.

We will look at three main connection methods: via WPS (the fastest), using HP Smart (convenient for smartphones) and manual network settings. If the printer stubbornly refuses to detect your network, there's a troubleshooting section at the end of the article, including checking router compatibility and resetting to factory settings. Don't rush to call support: 90% of problems can be resolved within 10 minutes.

1. Preparation: What to check before connecting

Before setting up HP 3525, make sure your network meets its requirements. Printer does not support:

• 🔄 Network 5 GHz - only 2.4 GHz (even if the router is dual-band, the networks must be separated).
• 🔒 Encryption WPA3 - only WPA2-PSK (AES) or WPA/WPA2.
• 📵 Hidden SSID (network name must be broadcast).
• 🌐 VPN or corporate networks with authorization (for example, in hotels).

If your router uses WPA3, temporarily switch it to WPA2 in the security settings. To do this:

1. Open your router's control panel (usually at 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1).
2. Go to the section Wireless Network → Security Settings.
3. Select encryption type WPA2-PSK and save the changes.

⚠️ Attention: After connecting the printer, you can return WPA3, but some functions (such as cloud printing) may not work reliably.

Also check:

• 🔋 The printer is turned on and has paper (without it, the connection process may be interrupted).
• 📶 The Wi-Fi signal at the location where the printer is installed is stable (at least 2-3 bars on the smartphone).
• 🖨️ The printer's green power indicator is lit (if the orange indicator is blinking, see the "Errors" section).

2. Method 1: Connecting via WPS (fastest)

If your router supports the technology WPS (button with the inscription or icon 🔄), this method will take less than a minute. HP DeskJet 3525 compatible with WPS, but only if two conditions are met:

• 🔐 WPS is enabled on the router (in some models it needs to be activated in the settings).
• 📡 The network operates in the range 2.4 GHz (WPS does not work with 5 GHz).

Instructions:

1. Make sure the printer is turned on and located close to the router (no further than 1-2 meters).
2. Press and hold the button Wi-Fi on the printer control panel (📶) for 3 seconds until the indicator starts flashing blue.
3. For 2 minutes press the button WPS on the router (usually it is located on the back panel).
4. Wait until the Wi-Fi light on the printer turns on blue (stable connection) or will not stop flashing.

If the indicator continues to flash or remains orange, repeat the process. If the error persists, check:

• 🔌 Is the router powered by the network (sometimes WPS is disabled during power outages).
• 🔄 Are you trying to connect to 5 GHz (even if the router is dual-band, the networks must be separated).

The printer is turned on and next to the router|The WPS indicator on the router is lit|The network is operating in the 2.4 GHz band|The blue Wi-Fi indicator on the printer is blinking-->

3. Method 2: Connecting via the HP Smart app

Application HP Smart (available for Android, iOS And Windows) automates the connection process and allows you to control the printer from your phone. This method is convenient if:

• 📱 You don't have access to the WPS button on your router.
• 🔧 You want to set up cloud printing (for example, via Google Drive).
• 🖼️ You need to scan the document directly onto your smartphone.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Download and install HP Smart from Google Play or App Store.
2. Turn it on on your phone Wi-Fi And Bluetooth (The app uses both channels for initial setup).
3. Launch the app and click Add a printer.
4. Select HP DeskJet 3525 from the list (if the printer is not found, click My printer is not on the list).
5. Follow the on-screen instructions: the application will prompt you to connect to the printer's temporary network (the name will be something like DIRECT-xx-HP DeskJet 3525).
6. Once connected to the temporary network, select your home Wi-Fi network and enter the password.
7. Wait until the setup is complete (the printer will reboot).

If your phone does not connect to the printer's temporary network in step 5:

• 🔄 Restart the printer (turn the power off and on).
• 📵 Make sure that the mode is turned off on your phone Battery saving (it may block connections to new networks).
• 🔋 Check that the printer is not in sleep mode (press any button on the panel).

4. Method 3: Manually entering network parameters

If WPS and HP Smart don't work, the manual method remains. It's more time-consuming, but reliable. You'll need:

• 📝 Exact network name (SSID) and password.
• 🖥️ A computer or laptop with a printer connected via USB (temporarily).

Instructions for Windows:

1. Connect the printer to the computer via USB cable (included in the kit).
2. Download and install drivers from official HP website (select model DeskJet 3525).
3. Open Control Panel → Devices and Printers, find HP DeskJet 3525 and right-click → Printer properties.
4. Go to the tab Ports and add a new port of type Standard TCP/IP Port.
5. Enter the printer's IP address (can be found in the router settings in the section Connected devices or on a printed test page).
6. In the printer menu, select Settings → Wireless Network and enter SSID and password manually.

For manual input on the printer itself:

1. Click the button Settings (⚙️) on the printer panel.
2. Select Wireless Network → Wi-Fi Setup.
3. Select your network from the list (or enter SSID manually if the network is not in the list).
4. Enter the password using the arrows and button OK (case important!).
5. Confirm the connection.

⚠️ Attention: When entering the password manually, the printer HP 3525 Doesn't show any characters on the screen (only asterisks). Make sure you're using the correct case—your password Password And PASSWORD for the printer are different!

5. Typical mistakes and their solutions

Even with proper connection HP DeskJet 3525 may produce errors. Here are the most common ones and how to fix them:

Error: Orange Wi-Fi indicator flashing

• 🔌 Cause: The printer cannot connect to the network (incorrect password, router is blocking the device).
• 🔧 Solution:
  1. Restart the printer and router.
  2. Check your password (register!).
  3. Disable MAC address filtering in your router settings.

Error: Code 0x6100004a

• 📡 Cause: IP address conflict or DHCP issue on the router.
• 🔧 Solution:
  1. Assign a static IP to the printer in your router settings.
  2. Disable and re-enable the DHCP server on your router.

Error: The printer does not print over Wi-Fi, but is connected.

• 🖨️ Cause: The drivers are not updated or the printer is set as the default for the wrong network.
• 🔧 Solution:
  1. Remove the printer in Devices and printers and add it again.
  2. Update drivers via HP Support Assistant.
What should I do if the printer is connected but won't print from my phone?

1. Make sure your phone and printer are on the same network.

2. In the printer settings in HP Smart, check the status is “Ready to Print”.

3. Reinstall the HP Smart app.

4. On Android: Clear the app cache in your phone's settings.

6. Reset the printer to factory settings

If none of the methods worked, follow these steps: full reset HP DeskJet 3525This will reset all settings to their original values, including network parameters.

Instructions:

1. Turn on the printer.
2. Press and hold the button Cancel (❌) and Black and white copy (🖼️) simultaneously for 5 seconds.
3. Release the buttons when the indicators start flashing.
4. Wait for the printer to reboot (it will print a test page).

After reset:

• 🔄 Reset your printer (see methods above).
• 📋 Print the self-diagnosis page (Settings → Reports → Self-diagnosis page) and check the section Net.

⚠️ Attention: Reset deletes All settings, including cartridge counters. If you are using refilled cartridges, the printer may show them as empty after resetting. In this case, you need to reset the counters via HP Utility (the utility is included in the driver kit).

7. Alternative connection methods

If Wi-Fi still doesn't work, consider these alternatives:

1. USB connection

• ⚡ Pros: Stability, does not depend on the network.
• ⚠️ Cons: You need to physically connect the printer to the computer.
• 🔧 How to set up: Install the drivers and connect the cable. Devices and printers select HP 3525 as the default printer.

2. Connecting via an Ethernet adapter

• 🌐 Pros: More stable Wi-Fi, suitable for office.
• 💰 Cons: You need to buy an adapter (for example, HP Jetdirect).
• 🔧 How to set up: Connect the adapter to the printer and router, configure the IP manually.

3. Cloud Printing (HP ePrint)

• ☁️ Pros: Print from any device via the Internet.
• 🔒 Cons: Requires registration and a stable internet connection.
• 🔧 How to set up: Register your printer on hpeprintcenter.com and get an email address for printing.

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The printer is connected to Wi-Fi, but the computer can't see it. What should I do?

1. Make sure that the computer and printer are on the same network (for example, both are connected to 2.4 GHz).

2. Remove the printer in Devices and printers and add again through Add a printer → Printer via TCP/IP.

3. Update drivers via HP Support Assistant.

4. Temporarily disable Windows Firewall (Control Panel → Firewall → Turn off).

Can HP 3525 be connected to 5GHz?

No, this printer only supports 2.4 GHzIf your router operates in two bands, separate the networks (give them different names, for example MyWiFi_2G And MyWiFi_5G) and connect the printer to 2.4 GHz.

How to find the printer IP address for manual configuration?

1. Print a self-diagnosis page: Press and hold the button Information (ⓘ) 5 seconds.

2. Check the list of connected devices in the router settings (section DHCP or Local area network).

3. In the appendix HP Smart Open printer information.

The printer prints test pages but doesn't print documents. What's wrong?

1. Check if the printer is set as the default in Devices and printers.

2. Make sure there are no stuck tasks in the printout (open Print queue and clean it).

3. Restart the print service: enter in the command line

net stop spooler && net start spooler

and press Enter.

Is it possible to connect this printer to a public network (in a cafe, hotel)?

No, HP DeskJet 3525 does not support networks that require web portal authentication (such as those found in hotels or airports). To print in such locations, use a USB cable or a mobile hotspot from your phone (create an access point). 2.4 GHz and connect the printer to it).