# 1-866-203-7571 How to Connect HP DeskJet 3772 to WiFi?
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Connecting your HP DeskJet 3772 to Wi-Fi unlocks wireless printing from laptops, phones and tablets — no cables, no fuss. This guide walks you through everything: preparing your network, three easy setup methods, common problems and fixes, security tips, and answers to frequently asked questions. Follow the steps in order and you’ll be printing wirelessly in no time.
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## What you’ll find in this guide
* Quick overview: what the HP DeskJet 3772 supports
* Things to check before you start (router, password, device compatibility)
* Three ways to connect:
1. HP Smart app (recommended)
2. Wireless Setup Wizard (printer control panel)
3. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) quick method
* Troubleshooting: network, driver, and mobile printing problems
* Advanced tips: static IP, dual-band routers, guest networks, firmware updates
* Safety & security: how to keep your printer and network safe
* FAQ and concise command reference
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# Quick overview: Can the DeskJet 3772 do wireless printing?
Yes. The HP DeskJet 3772 supports Wi-Fi printing and works with the HP Smart app (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android), AirPrint (for Apple devices), and standard Windows printing when the printer is on the same Wi-Fi network as your computer or mobile device.
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# Before you begin — checklist
Make sure you have the following ready before starting the setup:
1. **Wi-Fi network name (SSID)** and **password (network key)**. Confirm spelling and capitals.
2. **A smartphone, tablet, or computer** connected to the same Wi-Fi network you want the printer on.
3. **Power outlet** and a working power cord for the printer.
4. **Printer is unpacked and ink installed**, paper loaded, and it’s on the printer’s home screen.
5. **Optional but recommended:** temporarily disable VPN on your device during setup; VPNs can interfere with discovery.
6. If you plan to use WPS, make sure your router supports WPS and know where the WPS button is.
7. If using Windows or macOS, prepare to download the HP Smart app or drivers if necessary.
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# Method 1 — Recommended: Use the HP Smart app (Windows / macOS / iOS / Android)
HP Smart provides the easiest setup and gives additional features (scan from phone, cloud printing, printer status).
### Step A — Download the HP Smart app
* On Windows: open Microsoft Store → search “HP Smart” → install.
* On macOS: open App Store → search “HP Smart” → install.
* On iPhone / iPad: App Store → search “HP Smart” → install.
* On Android: Google Play → search “HP Smart” → install.
### Step B — Prepare the printer
1. Turn on the printer.
2. Check that the **wireless light** is off or blinking (not a steady error). If it’s showing an error, power cycle the printer: turn it off, wait 15 seconds, turn it on.
3. On some DeskJet models you may need to press and hold the Wireless button and Cancel button simultaneously for 5 seconds to enter setup mode — the wireless light should start blinking.
### Step C — Open HP Smart and add the printer
1. Open the HP Smart app on your device.
2. Sign in with an HP account (recommended) or skip if you prefer. An account enables cloud features but isn’t required for basic setup.
3. Tap the **“+”** or **“Add Printer”** button. The app will search for printers on your local Wi-Fi.
4. If your DeskJet 3772 appears in the list, select it and follow on-screen prompts to join your Wi-Fi network (enter SSID and password when asked).
5. If the app prompts you to connect the printer to the same Wi-Fi network as your phone/computer, accept. The app may temporarily connect your phone to the printer’s own temporary network to transfer settings — follow the prompts.
6. Once the app reports the printer is connected, print a test page to confirm.
### Troubleshooting HP Smart
* If HP Smart can’t find the printer, ensure the phone/computer is on the same Wi-Fi network and that Bluetooth is enabled (some setups use Bluetooth).
* Temporarily disable any third-party firewall on the computer.
* If the printer is brand new and broadcasting a temporary “HP-Setup” network, allow your device to join it when prompted by HP Smart — then the printer will receive your Wi-Fi credentials.
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# Method 2 — Wireless Setup from the printer (control panel)
If you prefer not to use a mobile app, set the Wi-Fi network directly from the printer’s buttons.
### Step A — Put the printer in wireless setup mode
1. Turn on the printer.
2. Press and hold the **Wireless** button (or the combination of **Wireless** + **Cancel** depending on button labels) until the wireless light starts blinking. This indicates the printer is ready to receive network settings.
### Step B — Use WPS pin or router web page (if your router supports connecting via PIN)
Some routers allow adding devices by entering a PIN generated by the printer.
1. Print a network configuration or setup report from the printer (refer to manual — typically hold **Information** or press the **Copy** button). The report includes the WPS PIN.
2. Log in to your router’s admin web page (usually something like 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1).
3. Find the WPS setup area and enter the printer’s PIN to add it to the network.
4. Once the router accepts the PIN, the printer should connect and the wireless light will become steady.
### Step C — Alternative: use your computer’s wireless network list
On laptops, some printers can appear as a temporary Wi-Fi AP (access point). If yours does:
1. Connect your computer to the printer’s temporary Wi-Fi network (it may be named HP-Setup- or similar).
2. The printer may host a setup webpage when you connect — open a browser and follow on-screen instructions to supply your main Wi-Fi SSID and password.
3. After submission, the printer will join your Wi-Fi network and the connection finishes.
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# Method 3 — Quick connect: WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
WPS allows quick connection without typing the password, but it requires a router with a WPS button.
### Step A — Prepare
1. Make sure WPS is enabled on your router. Check your router manual if unsure.
2. Turn on the printer and ensure it’s in ready mode.
### Step B — Press WPS on the router and the printer
1. Press the **WPS** button on your router — you typically have 2 minutes to begin the printer’s WPS connection.
2. On the DeskJet, press and hold the **Wireless** and **Cancel** buttons at the same time (or simply press the WPS button if present) for a few seconds until the wireless light blinks.
3. The printer and router will negotiate and connect automatically. When the wireless light is steady, the printer is connected.
**Note:** WPS is convenient but can be less secure; see the Security section below.
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# After setup — install drivers and test printing
### Windows / macOS
* If you used the HP Smart app it probably installed drivers already. If not:
* Visit HP’s official support site and download the **HP Easy Start** or full driver package for DeskJet 3772. Install and follow prompts.
* Add the printer through **Settings → Printers & Scanners** (Windows) or **System Settings → Printers & Scanners** (macOS). Select your HP DeskJet 3772 from the list.
### Mobile devices
* Use the HP Smart app or AirPrint (iOS) to print:
* iPhone/iPad: open the document/photo, tap **Share → Print → Select Printer**, choose your DeskJet 3772 (must be on same Wi-Fi).
* Android: use **Print** from the app’s Share/Send menu, select **HP Print Service Plugin** or HP Smart.
### Test page
Print a test page from the HP Smart app or printer driver. Confirm that pages come out clean, margins align, and colors/black print correctly.
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# Troubleshooting — common problems and fixes
### Problem: Printer won’t connect to Wi-Fi
* **Check Wi-Fi password:** re-enter carefully (case-sensitive).
* **Distance / interference:** move printer closer to the router. Avoid heavy obstructions like thick walls, microwaves, cordless phone bases.
* **2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz:** DeskJet 3772 works best on 2.4 GHz. If your router uses dual-band, ensure the 2.4 GHz band is enabled or temporarily disable 5 GHz to force 2.4 GHz during setup.
* **Network name (SSID) hidden:** if your SSID is hidden, temporarily unhide it for setup.
* **Restart devices:** power cycle printer, router, and computer/phone.
* **Network has MAC filtering:** check router settings—if MAC filtering is on, add the printer’s MAC address to the allowed list. You can find the printer’s MAC on the printed network report.
### Problem: HP Smart can’t find the printer
* Ensure your device is on the same Wi-Fi network.
* Turn Bluetooth on (some HP Smart setups use Bluetooth for discovery).
* Disable any VPN or firewall temporarily.
* Try connecting via USB once to let the software detect and configure the wireless settings, then switch back to Wi-Fi.
### Problem: Printer shows “Offline” in Windows
* Remove and re-add the printer in Windows Settings → Printers & Scanners.
* Check **Devices and Printers** → right-click printer → Set as default and see if status updates.
* Restart the **Print Spooler** service: press Windows key, type services.msc → find Print Spooler → Restart.
* Ensure the computer is on same Wi-Fi and not connected via VPN.
### Problem: Mobile printing fails (AirPrint or HP Smart)
* Confirm the phone is connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
* For AirPrint, ensure the printer supports AirPrint and firmware is up to date.
* For Android, install/enable the **HP Print Service Plugin**.
* Reboot the printer and phone.
### Problem: Poor print quality after connecting
* Run an HP printhead cleaning cycle via the printer software or HP Smart.
* Align printheads from the HP Smart app.
* Replace low or empty ink cartridges.
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# Advanced network tips
### Use a static IP (optional, for stability)
Assign a static (reserved) IP to the printer in your router’s DHCP settings. This prevents the printer’s IP from changing which can help with consistent printing from multiple devices or shared network setups.
Steps (general):
1. Find the printer’s current IP address (print network report or check printer settings).
2. Open your router admin page, find DHCP reservation (or static lease), and map the printer’s MAC address to the desired IP.
3. Save and reboot router/printer.
### Dual-band routers (2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz)
* Many home routers are “dual-band.” For older printers, use the **2.4 GHz** network. If your router combines both bands under one SSID, temporarily split them (give each a unique name) during setup and reconnect devices afterward.
### Guest networks
If you want to let guests print, set up a separate SSID with proper restrictions — but note that devices on a guest network are often isolated from devices on the main network, so the printer may not be reachable. Instead, connect guests to the same main network or set up secure printing options.
### Firmware updates
Keep the printer firmware up to date via HP Smart or the printer’s embedded web server (type the printer’s IP into a browser). Firmware updates fix bugs and improve compatibility.
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# Security: keeping your printer and network safe
Printers can be a vulnerability if left unsecured. Here’s how to harden your setup:
1. **Use a strong Wi-Fi password** (WPA2 or WPA3 if available). Avoid WEP.
2. **Disable WPS** after setup if your router allows; WPS has known vulnerabilities.
3. **Change the printer’s default settings** if it has an admin password option—set a password to prevent unauthorized configuration changes.
4. **Network segmentation:** place printers on a separate VLAN or guest network if you manage an advanced router, but ensure devices that need printing can reach that network.
5. **Disable unused features:** if you don’t need remote printing (cloud printing), disable it.
6. **Keep firmware updated.**
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# Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
### Q: Do I need a computer to set up the HP DeskJet 3772?
A: No. You can set up using the HP Smart mobile app or directly using the printer buttons and WPS. A computer can simplify driver installation but is not required for basic wireless setup.
### Q: Can I print from my phone without installing apps?
A: iPhone/iPad users can use AirPrint (no app required) if the printer supports it. Android users will generally need HP Smart or a printing plugin.
### Q: My home Wi-Fi uses 5 GHz only. Will the DeskJet 3772 work?
A: The DeskJet 3772 is more compatible with 2.4 GHz networks. If you have a dual-band router, enable 2.4 GHz or create a 2.4 GHz SSID for the printer. If your router truly is 5 GHz only, the printer may not connect.
### Q: Can multiple devices use the printer at once?
A: Yes. Any device on the same Wi-Fi LAN can send print jobs simultaneously (they queue up). For best performance, avoid sending many heavy documents at once.
### Q: The printer keeps dropping the Wi-Fi connection. What should I do?
A: Check router signal strength and interference. Assign a reserved/static IP, move the printer closer, update firmware, and confirm router DHCP lease times aren’t extremely short.
### Q: I changed my Wi-Fi password — how do I update the printer?
A: Use the HP Smart app to update Wi-Fi settings or reset the printer’s network settings and re-run the wireless setup to enter the new password.
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# Quick reference: common button combos and lights
* **Wireless light steady:** connected to Wi-Fi.
* **Wireless light blinking:** attempting to connect or in setup mode.
* **Hold Wireless + Cancel for 5 sec:** enter wireless setup (varies by model).
* **WPS on router + WPS on printer:** quick connect (if supported).
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# Sample step-by-step: HP Smart on Android (concise)
1. Install HP Smart from Google Play.
2. Turn on printer and ensure wireless light blinks.
3. Open HP Smart → tap **+** → choose your DeskJet 3772.
4. Follow prompts: allow location, Bluetooth if requested, enter Wi-Fi password.
5. When prompted, print test page.
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# When to contact support
If you have tried all steps and the printer still won’t connect, have these details ready when calling support:
* Printer model: HP DeskJet 3772
* Serial number (on back or printed report)
* What you tried (HP Smart, WPS, reset, restarting router)
* Error messages or light patterns
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# Troubleshooting checklist (summary)
1. Reboot printer, router, and device.
2. Confirm SSID and password (case-sensitive).
3. Move printer closer to router.
4. Try HP Smart app (recommended).
5. Try WPS or direct printer setup.
6. Update drivers/firmware.
7. Assign static IP if intermittent.
8. If all else fails, contact support: **1-866-203-7571**.
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# Final tips and best practices
* Keep a copy of your Wi-Fi password in a secure password manager.
* Make sure your router firmware is updated — sometimes routers cause connectivity quirks.
* If you frequently print from mobile devices, keep HP Smart installed — it simplifies scanning, checking ink, ordering supplies, and printer maintenance.
* Label the printer in HP Smart with a clear name so family/colleagues can find it easily (e.g., “Kitchen DeskJet 3772”).
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# Conclusion
Getting the HP DeskJet 3772 onto your Wi-Fi network is straightforward with the HP Smart app, WPS, or the printer’s setup mode — this guide covered each method plus extensive troubleshooting and security advice. Follow the steps that match your comfort level (app is easiest), and use the checklist when things go sideways. If you still can’t connect after trying these steps, contact HP support at **1-866-203-7571** — have your model and what you tried ready to speed the call.
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