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HP DeskJet 3635 Manual — Setup, Troubleshooting & WiFi Guide

The HP DeskJet 3635 is a compact all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home and small office use, offering printing, scanning, and copying capabilities with wireless connectivity. This comprehensive guide covers setup instructions, control panel features, wireless configuration, and solutions for common printing and paper-feed issues.

Wireless 802.11b/g/n Color Inkjet All-in-One Print Speed: 8 ppm
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Product Setup

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Load Paper into Input Tray

Raise the input tray and slide the paper-width guide to the left. Insert a stack of paper with the short edge down and print side up, then slide the paper-width guide to the right until it stops at the edge of the paper. Pull out the output tray and tray extender.

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Install HP 65 or HP 65XL Ink Cartridges

Open the cartridge access door and insert the black and tri-color cartridges into their corresponding slots. Ensure cartridges snap securely into place and remove any plastic protective tape before installation.

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Power On and Connect Wirelessly

Press the Power button to turn on the printer. Press and hold the Wireless button for three seconds to enable WPS mode, then press the WPS button on your router. The Wireless light will stop blinking when connected successfully.

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Install Printer Software

Visit 123.hp.com to download and install the HP printer software on your computer. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the software setup and verify wireless connectivity.

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Pro-Tip: Do not touch the copper-colored contacts or the ink nozzles. Touching these parts can result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections.

WiFi Connection Guide

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WPS Push Button Method

Press and hold the Wireless button on the printer for three seconds, then press the WPS button on your router. Connection completes within approximately two minutes. Ideal for routers with a physical WPS button.

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Wi-Fi Direct (No Router Required)

Press the Wi-Fi Direct button on the printer control panel to enable direct wireless connection. Up to five devices can connect simultaneously without a router. Perfect for printing from smartphones and tablets on the go.

Troubleshooting FAQ

Paper Jam Detectedexpand_more
Press the Cancel button to attempt automatic clearing. If unsuccessful, manually remove jammed paper from the input tray, output tray, or cartridge access area. Check for foreign objects in the paper path and ensure the input tray shield is in place. Reload paper and press the Resume button to continue printing. For internal jams, turn off the printer and use the cleanout door on the bottom.
Ink Cartridge Error Light Blinkingexpand_more
Remove the affected cartridge and verify the protective plastic tape has been removed. Clean the cartridge contacts with a dry, lint-free cloth by wiping only the gold-colored dots. Reinstall the cartridge securely and verify it snaps into place. If the error persists, the cartridge may be counterfeit, previously used, or damaged—replace with genuine HP 65 or HP 65XL cartridges.
Wireless Connection Failedexpand_more
Verify your wireless router is powered on and the printer is within range. Press the Wireless button and Information button simultaneously to print the network configuration page. Check that you are using a 2.4GHz network (5GHz is not supported). If using WPS PIN method, enter the correct PIN from the configuration page into your router. Restart both the printer and router if connection fails.
Poor Print Quality or Streaked Outputexpand_more
Check ink levels using the control panel display. If cartridges are low, replace them before print quality becomes unacceptable. Align the cartridges by loading plain white paper and using the alignment tool in the printer software. Print a diagnostic page to identify issues. If streaks or missing color appear, clean the cartridges using the cleaning utility in the printer software. Use high-quality HP paper or ColorLok-certified paper for best results.
Printer Not Responding or Printingexpand_more
Verify the printer is powered on and paper is loaded in the input tray. Check the control panel for error messages and resolve them. Verify the printer is not paused or set to offline mode in Windows Devices and Printers settings. Restart the print spooler service and verify the printer is set as the default printer. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable if using a wired connection. Restart your computer and clear the print queue if jobs are stuck.
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Important Safety Instructions

  • Always power off the printer using the Power button and wait until the light goes out to protect cartridges from drying out
  • Do not open or untape cartridges until ready to install; keep protective tape on until installation to reduce ink evaporation
  • Align cartridges regularly for optimal print quality, especially after replacement or if quality issues appear
  • Replace ink cartridges only when print quality becomes unacceptable; do not replace based on low-ink warnings alone
  • Store specialty and photo paper in original packaging inside resealable plastic bags on flat surfaces in cool, dry environments

Replacement Ink Cartridges

The HP DeskJet 3635 printer uses genuine HP 65 / HP 65XL ink cartridges. Select your cartridge below to purchase replacement cartridges on Amazon:

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Technical Specifications

Feature Specification
Printer TypeColor Thermal Inkjet All-in-One (Print, Copy, Scan)
Ink CartridgesHP 65 (standard) or HP 65XL (high capacity); Tri-color and Black
Print SpeedUp to 8 ppm (black), up to 6 ppm (color)
Print ResolutionUp to 4800 x 1200 dpi (with automatic enhancement)
ConnectivityUSB 2.0, Wireless 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz), Wi-Fi Direct
Paper Input CapacityUp to 60 sheets of plain paper, 10 sheets of photo paper
Supported Paper SizesLetter, Legal, A4, A6, 4x6 inches, 5x7 inches, envelopes
Scanner ResolutionUp to 1200 dpi (optical)
Dimensions (W x D x H)Approximately 443 x 305 x 147 mm (17.4 x 12 x 5.8 inches)
Power ConsumptionAuto-Off after 2 hours; Sleep mode after 5 minutes of inactivity