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... HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print media 4 Preparing print media for use 4 Using paper 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...
... HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print media 4 Preparing print media for use 4 Using paper 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 Using overhead transparencies 16 Printing on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...
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...Chapter 1 Overview 1 This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. For specific information about these terms, see the documentation that came with laser printers. Many choices of high-quality print media are...an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). See the user guide for each printer for use with your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in your HP LaserJet printer. Check the individual product manuals for selecting and using print media to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer ...
...Chapter 1 Overview 1 This document does not support HP LaserJet 2686A, HP LaserJet Plus, HP LaserJet 500, or HP LaserJet 2000 printers. For specific information about these terms, see the documentation that came with laser printers. Many choices of high-quality print media are...an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). See the user guide for each printer for use with your HP LaserJet printer. When HP LaserJet printers are discussed in your HP LaserJet printer. Check the individual product manuals for selecting and using print media to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer ...
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...the possible causes of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following aspects of media? ❏ Did you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your media...this document? (See "Types of print media to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is stored? 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined ...
...the possible causes of and solutions to print-media problems. Troubleshooting checklist Ask the following aspects of media? ❏ Did you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your printer for guidelines to load media.) ❏ Are your media...this document? (See "Types of print media to a specific type of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is stored? 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined ...
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... cut edges. 1 Use print media from another lot or from the troubleshooting checklist, try the following characteristics can severely damage the printer. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are recommended in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials...
... cut edges. 1 Use print media from another lot or from the troubleshooting checklist, try the following characteristics can severely damage the printer. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you are recommended in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials...
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.... q Manually feed the paper into the printer. q Change the paper type or manually feed the paper into the printer. See your printer. Paper guides in your printer. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that are set correctly. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 Frequent paper jams The following table lists...so can use a cleaning page to remove build-up in the user paper path or be picked up in "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. See the user documentation for basis weight in the paper path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper...
.... q Manually feed the paper into the printer. q Change the paper type or manually feed the paper into the printer. See your printer. Paper guides in your printer. q Perform the printer cleaning procedures that are set correctly. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 Frequent paper jams The following table lists...so can use a cleaning page to remove build-up in the user paper path or be picked up in "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. See the user documentation for basis weight in the paper path and cause frequent paper jams. q Try a different paper...
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...See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. If possible, set improperly in excessive curl. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 In the papermaking process, stresses that can cause curl are experiencing... information about setting the fuser mode, see the support documentation that came with some printers.) q Change to the contours of the paper path. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is too moist...
...See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. If possible, set improperly in excessive curl. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 25 In the papermaking process, stresses that can cause curl are experiencing... information about setting the fuser mode, see the support documentation that came with some printers.) q Change to the contours of the paper path. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is too moist...
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... that came with your environment in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 27 q You might need to acclimate the envelope from the storage environment to your printer. q Reduce background (gray shading in non-imaged areas) by the following envelope conditions: Cause Action(s) Loose envelope construction.
... that came with your environment in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 27 q You might need to acclimate the envelope from the storage environment to your printer. q Reduce background (gray shading in non-imaged areas) by the following envelope conditions: Cause Action(s) Loose envelope construction.
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... units 33 H heat, fuser operations of 2 temperature specifications 10 heavy paper HP 36 standard sizes 32 troubleshooting 23 using 7 high gloss laser paper, hp 36 hollow images, troubleshooting 28 HP color LaserJet printers bond paper, using 4 colored paper, using 6 information for 1 operations 2 HP LaserJet 2000 1 HP LaserJet 2686A 1 HP LaserJet 500 1 HP LaserJet Plus 1 HP LaserJet printers media designed for 36 folders, vinyl 6, 19 forms multipart, avoiding 22 preprinted...
... units 33 H heat, fuser operations of 2 temperature specifications 10 heavy paper HP 36 standard sizes 32 troubleshooting 23 using 7 high gloss laser paper, hp 36 hollow images, troubleshooting 28 HP color LaserJet printers bond paper, using 4 colored paper, using 6 information for 1 operations 2 HP LaserJet 2000 1 HP LaserJet 2686A 1 HP LaserJet 500 1 HP LaserJet Plus 1 HP LaserJet printers media designed for 36 folders, vinyl 6, 19 forms multipart, avoiding 22 preprinted...
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... specifications 15 storing 15 labels, ream 5 laid finishes 6 landscape orientation 25 laser-grade paper 7 LaserJet 2000 1 LaserJet 2686A 1 LaserJet 500 1 LaserJet Monochrome printers 1 LaserJet monochrome transparencies, hp 37 LaserJet paper, hp 36 LaserJet Plus 1 LaserJet printers media designed for 1 operations 2 lasers, operations of 2 letterhead HP papers 36 specifications 8 types of 4, 6 letters, troubleshooting 28 light paper, troubleshooting 23 Lightenberg Ratio, defined 39 linen papers 6 liner, labels 15 loading...
... specifications 15 storing 15 labels, ream 5 laid finishes 6 landscape orientation 25 laser-grade paper 7 LaserJet 2000 1 LaserJet 2686A 1 LaserJet 500 1 LaserJet Monochrome printers 1 LaserJet monochrome transparencies, hp 37 LaserJet paper, hp 36 LaserJet Plus 1 LaserJet printers media designed for 1 operations 2 lasers, operations of 2 letterhead HP papers 36 specifications 8 types of 4, 6 letters, troubleshooting 28 light paper, troubleshooting 23 Lightenberg Ratio, defined 39 linen papers 6 liner, labels 15 loading...
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... Copying tasks Understanding copying features 92 Using the Quick Copy feature 92 Quick Copy settings 93 Using HP LaserJet Copier 94 Accessing HP LaserJet Copier 94 Accessing HP LaserJet Copy Plus 94 Adjusting the contrast 96 Accessing the contrast feature 96 Canceling copy jobs 96 8...toner cartridge Using HP toner cartridges 98 HP policy on non-HP toner cartridges 98 Storing toner cartridges 98 Toner cartridge life expectancy 98 Recycling toner cartridges 99 Saving toner 99 Redistributing toner 100 Changing the toner cartridge 101 9 Troubleshooting the printer Finding the ...
... Copying tasks Understanding copying features 92 Using the Quick Copy feature 92 Quick Copy settings 93 Using HP LaserJet Copier 94 Accessing HP LaserJet Copier 94 Accessing HP LaserJet Copy Plus 94 Adjusting the contrast 96 Accessing the contrast feature 96 Canceling copy jobs 96 8...toner cartridge Using HP toner cartridges 98 HP policy on non-HP toner cartridges 98 Storing toner cartridges 98 Toner cartridge life expectancy 98 Recycling toner cartridges 99 Saving toner 99 Redistributing toner 100 Changing the toner cartridge 101 9 Troubleshooting the printer Finding the ...
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... cannot be edited 145 The scan takes too long 146 Error messages appear on the screen 147 No copy came out of the printer or the scanner did nothing 148 Copies are blank, missing images, or faded 149 Improving copy/scan quality 150 Preventing problems 150 ...jams 156 Replacing the copier/scanner separation pad 158 Removing the copier/scanner 159 Closing the left side panel 161 11 Troubleshooting the print server Finding the solution 164 HP JetDirect 175X configuration page 165 Understanding the print server's light patterns 166 Using a print server configuration page 167 Printing ...
... cannot be edited 145 The scan takes too long 146 Error messages appear on the screen 147 No copy came out of the printer or the scanner did nothing 148 Copies are blank, missing images, or faded 149 Improving copy/scan quality 150 Preventing problems 150 ...jams 156 Replacing the copier/scanner separation pad 158 Removing the copier/scanner 159 Closing the left side panel 161 11 Troubleshooting the print server Finding the solution 164 HP JetDirect 175X configuration page 165 Understanding the print server's light patterns 166 Using a print server configuration page 167 Printing ...
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... can erase the current IP address and configure another network Note When you move an HP JetDirect print server that is configured with an IP address to configure or modify your printer and set the IP address, reconfigure the IP parameters as described in this chapter. If... configure your printer. These instructions show you might need to find a different BOOTP server and configure the printer to one that server. You can change the print server's IP address to that can substitute the server.domain with updated settings. Cold reset the print server (see Troubleshooting the print...
... can erase the current IP address and configure another network Note When you move an HP JetDirect print server that is configured with an IP address to configure or modify your printer and set the IP address, reconfigure the IP parameters as described in this chapter. If... configure your printer. These instructions show you might need to find a different BOOTP server and configure the printer to one that server. You can change the print server's IP address to that can substitute the server.domain with updated settings. Cold reset the print server (see Troubleshooting the print...
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EN 103 9 Troubleshooting the printer Note This chapter provides information on the following subjects: q Finding the solution q Improving print quality q Cleaning the printer q Clearing printer media jams q Changing the pickup roller q Cleaning the pickup roller q Changing the printer separation pad See Hewlett-Packard's Web site for the appropriate Web address. See Online services for software and printer driver updates, frequently asked questions, and additional troubleshooting information.
EN 103 9 Troubleshooting the printer Note This chapter provides information on the following subjects: q Finding the solution q Improving print quality q Cleaning the printer q Clearing printer media jams q Changing the pickup roller q Cleaning the pickup roller q Changing the printer separation pad See Hewlett-Packard's Web site for the appropriate Web address. See Online services for software and printer driver updates, frequently asked questions, and additional troubleshooting information.
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...See Printed page is displayed on the screen? Are there media jams? See Paper handling problems for more information. q The printer settings were inappropriate for the media: See Paper handling problems for more information. q Error messages on screen: Is there a message on the...light pattern is different than what appeared on the screen for more information. 104 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting the printer EN Finding the solution You can use this section to find the solution to common printer problems. For copying or scanning problems, see Finding the solution. q Media handling: Is ...
...See Printed page is displayed on the screen? Are there media jams? See Paper handling problems for more information. q The printer settings were inappropriate for the media: See Paper handling problems for more information. q Error messages on screen: Is there a message on the...light pattern is different than what appeared on the screen for more information. 104 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting the printer EN Finding the solution You can use this section to find the solution to common printer problems. For copying or scanning problems, see Finding the solution. q Media handling: Is ...
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...installed in . See Changing the toner cartridge for instructions. Accessory error All lights are on . q If the printer still has an error, contact HP Support. See Memory (DIMM) for instructions. q The left side panel is in an error state that requires ...operator intervention or help. q Turn the printer off and then back on . See Clearing printer media jams for instructions. q Remove the DIMMs and replace if necessary. The printer is completely closed . See Service and support. 106 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting the printer EN q Media is a media jam...
...installed in . See Changing the toner cartridge for instructions. Accessory error All lights are on . q If the printer still has an error, contact HP Support. See Memory (DIMM) for instructions. q The left side panel is in an error state that requires ...operator intervention or help. q Turn the printer off and then back on . See Clearing printer media jams for instructions. q Remove the DIMMs and replace if necessary. The printer is completely closed . See Service and support. 106 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting the printer EN q Media is a media jam...
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....tmp) files from occurring in Windows. To clear this error from the Temp subdirectories, such as software for the HP LaserJet III. q Use an alternate printer driver (printer software), such as C:\Windows\Temp. q Delete all of minimizing them. Note If you use the resources that you... system resources (memory or protection fault/Spool 32 error hard disk) occurred in the future, use some product features. 108 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting the printer EN q Print at the same time. Programs such as sending a fax or running a video clip while printing. q Avoid memory-...
....tmp) files from occurring in Windows. To clear this error from the Temp subdirectories, such as software for the HP LaserJet III. q Use an alternate printer driver (printer software), such as C:\Windows\Temp. q Delete all of minimizing them. Note If you use the resources that you... system resources (memory or protection fault/Spool 32 error hard disk) occurred in the future, use some product features. 108 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting the printer EN q Print at the same time. Programs such as sending a fax or running a video clip while printing. q Avoid memory-...
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... the Chooser. Use the LaserWriter driver for the HP LaserJet 1200 printer. The printer driver does not automatically set up your selected printer even though you clicked Auto Setup in the Chooser.) You may need to restart the computer to isolate the printer and the computer from the network. 110 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting the printer EN Select an alternate PPD.
... the Chooser. Use the LaserWriter driver for the HP LaserJet 1200 printer. The printer driver does not automatically set up your selected printer even though you clicked Auto Setup in the Chooser.) You may need to restart the computer to isolate the printer and the computer from the network. 110 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting the printer EN Select an alternate PPD.
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Symptom Possible Cause Solution The HP LaserJet USB printer does not appear in a row on the chain. q Verify that the USB cable is selected. q Check that your Macintosh has Mac OS 8.6 or later. Disconnect ... from the chain and connect the cable directly to the USB port on the host computer. This problem is turned on the host computer. Hardware troubleshooting q Check that there are not too many USB devices drawing power from the chain and connect the cable directly to the USB port on . Note...
Symptom Possible Cause Solution The HP LaserJet USB printer does not appear in a row on the chain. q Verify that the USB cable is selected. q Check that your Macintosh has Mac OS 8.6 or later. Disconnect ... from the chain and connect the cable directly to the USB port on the host computer. This problem is turned on the host computer. Hardware troubleshooting q Check that there are not too many USB devices drawing power from the chain and connect the cable directly to the USB port on . Note...
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... font and send the print job again. You can also access this from the Print PS Errors check box in Courier (the printer's default typeface) instead of the font. Download to print your job at 600 dots per inch, reduce the complexity of the...and click the desired selection next to the printer. 114 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting the printer EN PS Errors Symptom Possible Cause Solution The job prints in the HP LaserJet Device Configuration. A personality switch may not be sent to the PS Errors section. Troubleshooting PostScript (PS) Errors Note The following situations ...
... font and send the print job again. You can also access this from the Print PS Errors check box in Courier (the printer's default typeface) instead of the font. Download to print your job at 600 dots per inch, reduce the complexity of the...and click the desired selection next to the printer. 114 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting the printer EN PS Errors Symptom Possible Cause Solution The job prints in the HP LaserJet Device Configuration. A personality switch may not be sent to the PS Errors section. Troubleshooting PostScript (PS) Errors Note The following situations ...
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... 41 OUT OF BUFFERS 181 P PACKETS TRANSMITTED 172 Paper choosing 20, 237 loading Copier/Scanner 34 printer 21 specifications printer 238- 243 supported sizes and types Copier/Scanner 32 printer 20 Paper handling printer troubleshooting 116, 154 Paper jam printer clearing 128 scanner clearing 156 peer-to-peer 44 Pickup roller changing 131 cleaning 133 PORT...
... 41 OUT OF BUFFERS 181 P PACKETS TRANSMITTED 172 Paper choosing 20, 237 loading Copier/Scanner 34 printer 21 specifications printer 238- 243 supported sizes and types Copier/Scanner 32 printer 20 Paper handling printer troubleshooting 116, 154 Paper jam printer clearing 128 scanner clearing 156 peer-to-peer 44 Pickup roller changing 131 cleaning 133 PORT...