How to install HP deskjet 3630 without HP Smart

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How can I install HP deskject 3630 via a WIFI connection without using HP Smart

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 Printer Specifications for HP DeskJet 3630, 4720 Printers

Connectivity

Select a printer model to review information about the supported methods for connecting the printer to your computer, mobile device, or network and the network protocol specifications.

Connection method	Requirement
Wired (Ethernet)	n/a
Wireless	802.11 b/g/n – 2.4 GHz networks only
USB	Hi-speed 2.0 USB
Wi-Fi Direct	Wireless network
HP Smart app	Wireless network
Near field communication (NFC)	n/a

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Dual Band Network - Considerations

Reminders 

Some printers, particularly older models, only support 2.4GHz

Some printers support both 5GHz and 2.4GHz – but not at the same time

Regardless, if the printer won't work or cannot connect to your 5GHz frequency, try 2.4GHz.

If you are running a Dual Band Network,

 Check that the router is set up to broadcast all frequencies it supports.

Next,

If your router supports it,

 Create a separate SSID named network for each frequency (5GHz and 2.4GHz).

and

 Connect the printer to the SSID network on the frequency / band you want it to use.

In general,

• 2.4GHz is less fussy about obstacles and supports a longer distance (separation) between router and device (printer)
• 5GHz is faster

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EWS > HP Document / How-to

Use the HP printer Embedded Web Server (EWS)

Open your favorite browser > type / enter Printer IP address into URL / Address bar

Tab Network > Wireless (802.11) > IPv4 Configuration

As Available:

Tab Network > Wireless (802.11) > Advanced

Network Interface on / off, Network SSID name, Security Settings, Passphrase / Password

Select and connect to the correct SSID / network name for the bandwidth you are using.

Example - EWS - Wireless - IPv4

EWS_9025_Network_IPv4_Configuration_3

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Printer Software - Windows

If the printer is on the network and able to connect to the SSID named network for the frequency you want / need it to use, Install the Full Feature Software to finish the connection.

The Full Feature Software includes the software for printing and scanning and access to the full range of features supported by the printer.

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Remove / Install the full driver printer software

Consider...

Run Windows Updates  --  If any updates are installed, Restart the computer and log in.

Next,

If not done by now...

Uninstall the printer software from Programs and Features

Restart the computer and log in

Install a fresh copy of the Full Feature Software / full driver printer software

Printer - Full Feature Software - Install

If you have not done so, consider

• HP Full Feature Software / Full Driver printer software - supports printing and scanning from the web, printing in in other software and programs (for example, Word), and provides access to the full range of Printing Preferences / Shortcuts.  The full driver adds at least two shortcuts to the Desktop:  Printer Assistant and HP Scan.  If the printer model includes built-in Fax hardware, the software supports the setup and use of the Fax driver.  No Sign-in required.

If the full driver printer software is (already) installed but not working,

• Uninstall any printer software from Control Panel > icon view > Programs and Features
• Restart the computer and sign in.

Next,

• Check (for the Printer) in Devices and Printers  > If found, Right-Click Printer and Remove -- If any changes are made, that is, you remove anything, Restart the computer and sign in.

Next,

• If using a printer USB cable between the printer and the computer, disconnect the cable before installing the printer software.

• Download and Save the Full Feature Software installation package or the Easy Start Software

Details Page - Driver - For your Printer

>>> Full Feature Software - Web Pack Installation Package - Information - Download  <<<

HP DeskJet 3630 All-in-One Print and Scan Driver and Accessories 

Installation

• Open File Explorer
• Navigate to the folder in which you saved the installation file  (likely Downloads)
• Right-Click on the installation package and “Run as Administrator”
• If using a printer USB cable between the printer and the computer, connect the cable when instructed (near the end of the installation).
• After the software is installed, Restart the computer and log in

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The installation of the full driver adds at least two shortcuts to the Desktop:  

Printer Assistant 

HP Scan

Open the Printer Assistant > tab Scan > Manage Scan to Computer > Enable

Example - Windows - Full Feature Software - Installed in Programs and Features

Programs_and_Features_Printer_Desktop_Icons_11

References / Resources 

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HP Printer Home Page - References and Resources

Learn about your Printer  - Solve Problems

“Things that are your printer”

When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic

NOTE:  Content depends on device type and Operating System

Categories:  Alerts, Access to the Print and Scan Doctor (Windows), Warranty Check, HP Drivers / Software / Firmware Updates, How-to Videos, Bulletins/Notices, Lots of How-to Documents, Troubleshooting, Manuals > User Guides, Product Information (Specifications), Supplies, and more

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