Wireless networking, English – HP DeskJet 3700 User Manual
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Wireless networking
You can connect your printer to a wireless network during the printer software installation.
Note: During the software installation, a USB cable might be required for temporary connection between the
printer and the computer. Do not connect the USB cable until the printer software prompts to do so.
Tip: To print a wireless quick start guide, press the Information button (
) for three seconds.
If connecting your printer to the network was unsuccessful
1. Confirm that wireless is enabled on your printer
From the printer control panel, if the Wireless light is off, press the Wireless button (
) to turn on the printer
wireless capabilities.
2. Confirm that your printer is connected to your network
a. From your printer control panel, press the Wireless button (
) and the Information button (
) at the
same time to print the network configuration and wireless network test report pages.
b. Check the top of the wireless network test report to see if something failed during the test.
– See the DIAGNOSTICS RESULTS section for all tests that were performed, to determine whether or not
your printer passed.
– From the CURRENT CONFIGURATION section, find out the Network Name (SSID) to which your printer is
currently connected. Make sure that the printer is connected to the same network as your computer.
Note: If your computer is connected to a Virtual Private Network (VPN), temporarily disconnect from the VPN
before proceeding with the installation. After installation you will need to disconnect from the VPN to access
your printer over your home network.
3. Make sure security software is not blocking communication over your network
Security software, such as firewalls, can block communication between your computer and printer when
installing over a network. If your printer cannot be found, temporarily disable your firewall and check if the
problem goes away. For more help and tips on security software, go to
4. Restart components of the wireless network
Turn off the router and the printer, and then turn them back on in this order: router first and then printer.
Sometimes, turning off devices and then turning them back on helps resolve network communication issues.
If you still cannot connect, turn off the router, the printer, and the computer, and then turn them back on in this
order: router first, then printer, and then computer.
Still have problems? Visit the HP Wireless Printing Cent). This website
contains the most complete, up-to-date information about wireless printing, as well as information to help you
prepare your wireless network; solve problems when connecting the printer to the wireless network; and resolve
security software issues.
Note: If you are using a computer running Windows, you can use the Print and Scan Doctor tool, which can help
solve many problems you might have with the printer. To download this tool, visit .
If you want to print from your smart phone or tablet
You can use your printer to print documents and photos directly from your mobile devices.
• iOS: Use the Print option from the Share menu. No setup required. iOS AirPrint is preinstalled.
• Android: Download and enable the HP Print Service Plugin (supported by most Android devices) from the Google
Play Store.
You can also use the HP All-in-One Printer Remote app to set and use your HP printer for scanning, printing, and
sharing documents. Install it from the app store for your mobile device.
For help on enabling mobile printing, visit the HP Mobile Printing website . If a
local version of this website is not available in your country/region or language, you might be directed to the HP
Mobile Printing website in another country/region or language.
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