To connect your **HP DeskJet 3835 printer to a laptop**, you can do so either via **USB cable** or **wireless Wi-Fi connection**, depending on your preference and setup.
### USB Connection Method
1. **Download the printer driver:**
– On your laptop, open a web browser and search for “HP DeskJet Ink Advantage 3835 driver.”
– Go to the official HP support page for this model and download the latest driver compatible with your operating system (Windows 10 or 11).
2. **Install the driver:**
– Run the downloaded driver installation file and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. **Connect the printer with USB:**
– When prompted, connect your printer to the laptop using a USB cable.
– Continue the installation until complete.
This method is straightforward and involves installing drivers first and then plugging in the printer[1].
### Wireless Wi-Fi Connection Method
1. **Prepare the printer:**
– Power on the HP DeskJet 3835.
– On the printer control panel, go to the **Wireless** or **Setup** menu.
2. **Connect to Wi-Fi:**
– Select **Wireless Setup Wizard**.
– The printer will scan for available Wi-Fi networks.
– Select your home or office Wi-Fi network and enter the Wi-Fi password.
3. **Install the driver and software on your laptop:**
– Download the latest drivers from HP’s website as in the USB method.
– During installation, choose **Wireless** connection when prompted.
4. **Finalize setup:**
– The software will detect the printer on the network.
– Complete the installation following the on-screen prompts.
This wireless setup allows you to print without a cable and use the printer with multiple devices connected to the same Wi-Fi[3][5].
### Additional Tips
– If the wireless connection fails, try rebooting your router, printer, and laptop in this order.
– Make sure your printer and laptop are on the *same Wi-Fi network*.
– You may need to uninstall previous HP printer drivers before reinstalling fresh ones if installation issues arise[2].
– The printer’s wireless button or information button may flash during setup; follow instructions to press as needed during Wi-Fi setup[3].
By following these steps, your HP DeskJet 3835 will be successfully connected to your laptop either by USB or wireless network.