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Table of contents ENWW 1 MFP basics HP LaserJet 4345mfp configurations 2 HP LaserJet 4345mfp (Q3942A-base model 2 HP LaserJet 4345x mfp (Q3943A 2 HP LaserJet 4345xs mfp (Q3944A 2 HP LaserJet 4345xm mfp (Q3945A 3 Features and benefits of the MFP 4 Functions ...4 Speed and throughput ...4 Resolution ...4. User interface ...4 Language and fonts ...5 Copying and sending ...5 Print cartridge ...5 Paper-handling ...6 Connectivity ...6 Environmental features ...6 Security features ...6 Minimum system requirements 7 MFP parts...
Table of contents ENWW 1 MFP basics HP LaserJet 4345mfp configurations 2 HP LaserJet 4345mfp (Q3942A-base model 2 HP LaserJet 4345x mfp (Q3943A 2 HP LaserJet 4345xs mfp (Q3944A 2 HP LaserJet 4345xm mfp (Q3945A 3 Features and benefits of the MFP 4 Functions ...4 Speed and throughput ...4 Resolution ...4. User interface ...4 Language and fonts ...5 Copying and sending ...5 Print cartridge ...5 Paper-handling ...6 Connectivity ...6 Environmental features ...6 Security features ...6 Minimum system requirements 7 MFP parts...
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... 128 To set the stapler at the control panel for a single copy job 129 To configure the MFP to stop or continue when the staple cartridge is empty 129 Loading staples ...129 500-sheet feeders and the cabinet/stand 131 Envelope feeder...132 Installing the optional envelope feeder 132 Removing the...
... 128 To set the stapler at the control panel for a single copy job 129 To configure the MFP to stop or continue when the staple cartridge is empty 129 Loading staples ...129 500-sheet feeders and the cabinet/stand 131 Envelope feeder...132 Installing the optional envelope feeder 132 Removing the...
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... ...163 Usage page ...164 PCL or PS font list ...165 Managing the print cartridge 166 HP print cartridges ...166 Non-HP print cartridges 166 Print-cartridge authentication 166 Print-cartridge storage ...166 Print-cartridge life expectancy 166 Checking the supply level 167 Cartridge-low and cartridge-out conditions 167 Upgrading the firmware...169 Determining the current level of firmware 169...
... ...163 Usage page ...164 PCL or PS font list ...165 Managing the print cartridge 166 HP print cartridges ...166 Non-HP print cartridges 166 Print-cartridge authentication 166 Print-cartridge storage ...166 Print-cartridge life expectancy 166 Checking the supply level 167 Cartridge-low and cartridge-out conditions 167 Upgrading the firmware...169 Determining the current level of firmware 169...
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... Solving general problems ...182 Troubleshooting checklist 182 Determining MFP problems 184 Clearing jams...185 Clearing jams from the top-cover and print-cartridge areas 186 Clearing jams from the optional envelope-feeder area 188 Clearing jams from the tray 1 area 189 Clearing jams from the...bin mailbox and stapler/stacker 216 Accessory lights ...216 Replacing accessories or accessory components 217 Understanding lights on the formatter 218 HP Jetdirect LEDs...218 Heartbeat LED...218 Fax LED...2. 19 Correcting print-quality and copy-quality problems 220 Print-quality checklist ...
... Solving general problems ...182 Troubleshooting checklist 182 Determining MFP problems 184 Clearing jams...185 Clearing jams from the top-cover and print-cartridge areas 186 Clearing jams from the optional envelope-feeder area 188 Clearing jams from the tray 1 area 189 Clearing jams from the...bin mailbox and stapler/stacker 216 Accessory lights ...216 Replacing accessories or accessory components 217 Understanding lights on the formatter 218 HP Jetdirect LEDs...218 Heartbeat LED...218 Fax LED...2. 19 Correcting print-quality and copy-quality problems 220 Print-quality checklist ...
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...for printers that are connected to a network 240 Ordering directly through the HP Toolbox software (for printers that are directly connected to a computer 240 Part numbers ...241 Accessories ...241 Print cartridges ...241 Maintenance kits ...242 Memory ...2. 42 Cables and interfaces ...243 ...Print media ...243 Appendix B Service and support Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement 247 Print Cartridge Limited Warranty Statement 248 Availability of support and service 249 HP maintenance agreements 249 Priority Onsite Service ...249 Next business day...249 Installation and maintenance-kit ...
...for printers that are connected to a network 240 Ordering directly through the HP Toolbox software (for printers that are directly connected to a computer 240 Part numbers ...241 Accessories ...241 Print cartridges ...241 Maintenance kits ...242 Memory ...2. 42 Cables and interfaces ...243 ...Print media ...243 Appendix B Service and support Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement 247 Print Cartridge Limited Warranty Statement 248 Availability of support and service 249 HP maintenance agreements 249 Priority Onsite Service ...249 Next business day...249 Installation and maintenance-kit ...
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... for text, graphics, and mixed text and graphics formats ● A job-interrupt feature (at 5% coverage. ● No-shake cartridge design ● Authentic HP print cartridge detection ENWW Features and benefits of the MFP 5 Print cartridge ● Prints up to 18,000 pages at copy boundaries) ● Multiple pages per sheet ● Operator attendance animations...
... for text, graphics, and mixed text and graphics formats ● A job-interrupt feature (at 5% coverage. ● No-shake cartridge design ● Authentic HP print cartridge detection ENWW Features and benefits of the MFP 5 Print cartridge ● Prints up to 18,000 pages at copy boundaries) ● Multiple pages per sheet ● Operator attendance animations...
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... yourself with the parts of the MFP. 1 ADF assembly 2 ADF top cover 3 Automatic document feeder (ADF) input tray 4 Top cover (provides access to the print cartridge) 5 Top-cover lever 6 Tray 1 (multipurpose tray) 7 Jam-access lever 8 Tray-number indicator 9 Paper-level indicator 10 Control-panel keypad 11 Control-panel display 12 Control...
... yourself with the parts of the MFP. 1 ADF assembly 2 ADF top cover 3 Automatic document feeder (ADF) input tray 4 Top cover (provides access to the print cartridge) 5 Top-cover lever 6 Tray 1 (multipurpose tray) 7 Jam-access lever 8 Tray-number indicator 9 Paper-level indicator 10 Control-panel keypad 11 Control-panel display 12 Control...
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HP recommends also using a cabinet/stand when using the optional 500-sheet feeders. ENWW MFP parts and accessories 9 For information about ordering accessories and supplies, see ... print server (EIO card) 7 Hard-disk accessory (EIO card) 8 Storage cabinet/stand (Q5970A) 9 3-bin mailbox (Q5692A) 10 Staple cartridge (C8091A) 11 Print cartridge (Q5945A) 12 HP LaserJet analog fax accessory 300(Q3701A) The MFP can increase the capabilities of the MFP by adding optional accessories. Note 1 500-sheet feeder (Q5968A) (See the ...
HP recommends also using a cabinet/stand when using the optional 500-sheet feeders. ENWW MFP parts and accessories 9 For information about ordering accessories and supplies, see ... print server (EIO card) 7 Hard-disk accessory (EIO card) 8 Storage cabinet/stand (Q5970A) 9 3-bin mailbox (Q5692A) 10 Staple cartridge (C8091A) 11 Print cartridge (Q5945A) 12 HP LaserJet analog fax accessory 300(Q3701A) The MFP can increase the capabilities of the MFP by adding optional accessories. Note 1 500-sheet feeder (Q5968A) (See the ...
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... (Printer driver settings and software program settings override control-panel settings.) When EconoMode is possible that you will outlast the mechanical parts in the cartridge. All print resolutions, including FastRes 1200, benefit from 1 (light) to ON, the MFP prints with smooth angles, curves, and edges.... The settings range from REt. HP does not recommend fulltime use of 3 usually produces the best results. If EconoMode is used full-time when the average toner coverage is significantly...
... (Printer driver settings and software program settings override control-panel settings.) When EconoMode is possible that you will outlast the mechanical parts in the cartridge. All print resolutions, including FastRes 1200, benefit from 1 (light) to ON, the MFP prints with smooth angles, curves, and edges.... The settings range from REt. HP does not recommend fulltime use of 3 usually produces the best results. If EconoMode is used full-time when the average toner coverage is significantly...
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...of the job from which they are cleared. Determine how the MFP functions when toner is out. The MFP continues to order a new print cartridge. ENWW ON: Warning messages appear on the display, and the MFP does not print until you sufficient time to print. This allows you touch... is displayed, and the MFP goes offline for further action. Item CLEARABLE WARNINGS Values ON JOB* AUTO CONTINUE ON* OFF CARTRIDGE LOW CONTINUE* STOP CARTRIDGE OUT STOP CONTINUE* 54 Chapter 2 Using the control panel Explanation Set the amount of time that a clearable warning appears on the control ...
...of the job from which they are cleared. Determine how the MFP functions when toner is out. The MFP continues to order a new print cartridge. ENWW ON: Warning messages appear on the display, and the MFP does not print until you sufficient time to print. This allows you touch... is displayed, and the MFP goes offline for further action. Item CLEARABLE WARNINGS Values ON JOB* AUTO CONTINUE ON* OFF CARTRIDGE LOW CONTINUE* STOP CARTRIDGE OUT STOP CONTINUE* 54 Chapter 2 Using the control panel Explanation Set the amount of time that a clearable warning appears on the control ...
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... STAPLE STAPLES OUT Values ONE NONE* STOP* CONTINUE Explanation To enable stapling, select ONE. To gain access to either stop or continue when the staple cartridge is installed. If you select CONTINUE, jobs are stacked in this menu, touch CONFIGURE DEVICE, and then touch MBM-3 CONFIGURATION. This menu appears only when...
... STAPLE STAPLES OUT Values ONE NONE* STOP* CONTINUE Explanation To enable stapling, select ONE. To gain access to either stop or continue when the staple cartridge is installed. If you select CONTINUE, jobs are stacked in this menu, touch CONFIGURE DEVICE, and then touch MBM-3 CONFIGURATION. This menu appears only when...
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... on small or narrow paper: ● Do not attempt to print on paper smaller than 76 mm (3 inches) wide or 127 mm (5 inches) long. ● HP does not recommend printing large quantities of the paper, some heavier paper types should be selected in the program (the preferred method), in excessive wear...
... on small or narrow paper: ● Do not attempt to print on paper smaller than 76 mm (3 inches) wide or 127 mm (5 inches) long. ● HP does not recommend printing large quantities of the paper, some heavier paper types should be selected in the program (the preferred method), in excessive wear...
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Do not try to disable the staple option if the staple cartridge is out of staples, but the MFP does not staple the job. ● The stapler supports paper only. The stapler accepts print jobs if it ... optional stapler/stacker. ENWW Stapler/stacker accessory 127 Stapler/stacker accessory The optional stapler/stacker can staple jobs of up to 32 lb). Select the HP 500Sheet Stapler/Stacker as envelopes, transparencies, or labels. It can staple these sizes: A4, Letter, Legal, Executive (JIS), and 8.5x13. The procedure to configure the...
Do not try to disable the staple option if the staple cartridge is out of staples, but the MFP does not staple the job. ● The stapler supports paper only. The stapler accepts print jobs if it ... optional stapler/stacker. ENWW Stapler/stacker accessory 127 Stapler/stacker accessory The optional stapler/stacker can staple jobs of up to 32 lb). Select the HP 500Sheet Stapler/Stacker as envelopes, transparencies, or labels. It can staple these sizes: A4, Letter, Legal, Executive (JIS), and 8.5x13. The procedure to configure the...
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.../STACKER. 4. Touch the option that you with a STAPLER LOW ON STAPLES message (the stapler has fewer than 20 usable staples left) or a REPLACE STAPLE CARTRIDGE message (the stapler is empty, or the remaining staples cannot be used). To configure the MFP to stop or continue when the staple... the release button on the top of the stapler/stacker. For more information, see To configure the MFP to stop all printing until the staple cartridge is empty or if it continues printing but does not staple the jobs. 1. Touch STAPLES OUT. 5. You can specify whether the MFP stops printing ...
.../STACKER. 4. Touch the option that you with a STAPLER LOW ON STAPLES message (the stapler has fewer than 20 usable staples left) or a REPLACE STAPLE CARTRIDGE message (the stapler is empty, or the remaining staples cannot be used). To configure the MFP to stop or continue when the staple... the release button on the top of the stapler/stacker. For more information, see To configure the MFP to stop all printing until the staple cartridge is empty or if it continues printing but does not staple the jobs. 1. Touch STAPLES OUT. 5. You can specify whether the MFP stops printing ...
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2. Insert the new staple cartridge into the stapler unit and push down on the green handle until the unit snaps into the MFP. 130 Chapter 7 Optional output and input devices ENWW Open the staple-cartridge cover. 3. Close the staple-cartridge cover, and slide the stapler/stacker into place. 5. Grasp the green staple-cartridge handle and pull the old staple cartridge out of the stapler unit. 4.
2. Insert the new staple cartridge into the stapler unit and push down on the green handle until the unit snaps into the MFP. 130 Chapter 7 Optional output and input devices ENWW Open the staple-cartridge cover. 3. Close the staple-cartridge cover, and slide the stapler/stacker into place. 5. Grasp the green staple-cartridge handle and pull the old staple cartridge out of the stapler unit. 4.
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9 Managing and maintaining the MFP This chapter contains information about these topics: ● Using the embedded Web server ● Using the HP Toolbox ● Using HP Web Jetadmin software ● Configuring and verifying an IP address ● Setting the real-time clock ● Checking the MFP configuration ● Managing the print cartridge ● Upgrading the firmware ● Cleaning the MFP ● Calibrating the scanner ● Performing preventive maintenance ENWW 147
9 Managing and maintaining the MFP This chapter contains information about these topics: ● Using the embedded Web server ● Using the HP Toolbox ● Using HP Web Jetadmin software ● Configuring and verifying an IP address ● Setting the real-time clock ● Checking the MFP configuration ● Managing the print cartridge ● Upgrading the firmware ● Cleaning the MFP ● Calibrating the scanner ● Performing preventive maintenance ENWW 147
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...service analyzes your MFP error log and configuration information to provide diagnostic and support information specific to an ordering Web site and order genuine HP supplies, such as print cartridges and media. ● Product Support. Click this link to connect to your MFP. ● Order Supplies. Connects you to the... the embedded Web server, you must have Internet access in order to the Internet. You must connect before you can search for the HP LaserJet 4345mfp Series. Other links This section contains links that you close the embedded Web server and reopen it. ●...
...service analyzes your MFP error log and configuration information to provide diagnostic and support information specific to an ordering Web site and order genuine HP supplies, such as print cartridges and media. ● Product Support. Click this link to connect to your MFP. ● Order Supplies. Connects you to the... the embedded Web server, you must have Internet access in order to the Internet. You must connect before you can search for the HP LaserJet 4345mfp Series. Other links This section contains links that you close the embedded Web server and reopen it. ●...
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... select from two different types of MFP alerts. After you correct a problem with the current print cartridge. Print the configuration page, the supplies status page, and the menu map. Note To view the HP Toolbox 1. Alerts tab Use the Alerts tab to configure the MFP to automatically notify you can choose...the settings. View detailed supplies status such as a jam or an empty tray. ENWW Using the HP Toolbox 153 After you open the URL, you can bookmark it quickly in the print cartridge and the number of pages that you can return to it so that have been printed with ...
... select from two different types of MFP alerts. After you correct a problem with the current print cartridge. Print the configuration page, the supplies status page, and the menu map. Note To view the HP Toolbox 1. Alerts tab Use the Alerts tab to configure the MFP to automatically notify you can choose...the settings. View detailed supplies status such as a jam or an empty tray. ENWW Using the HP Toolbox 153 After you open the URL, you can bookmark it quickly in the print cartridge and the number of pages that you can return to it so that have been printed with ...
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Supplies status page Use the supplies status page to obtain information about the print cartridge that have been processed. For more information, see Performing preventive maintenance. ENWW Checking the MFP configuration 163 The MFP has two separate maintenance ...MFP, the amount of toner that remains in the print cartridge, and the number of pages and jobs that is for each maintenance kit. HP Jetdirect page The second configuration page is the HP Jetdirect page, which contains the following information: Note 1 HP Jetdirect Configuration indicates the MFP status, model number, hardware...
Supplies status page Use the supplies status page to obtain information about the print cartridge that have been processed. For more information, see Performing preventive maintenance. ENWW Checking the MFP configuration 163 The MFP has two separate maintenance ...MFP, the amount of toner that remains in the print cartridge, and the number of pages and jobs that is for each maintenance kit. HP Jetdirect page The second configuration page is the HP Jetdirect page, which contains the following information: Note 1 HP Jetdirect Configuration indicates the MFP status, model number, hardware...
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... provides information about how to recycle HP supplies. The supplies status page contains the following information: hp LaserJet 4345 mfp series supplies status page 1 1 2 3 4 1 Black Print Cartridge indicates the amount of toner that remains in the print cartridge, estimated pages remaining for the amount of toner remaining in the cartridge, total number of pages and jobs...
... provides information about how to recycle HP supplies. The supplies status page contains the following information: hp LaserJet 4345 mfp series supplies status page 1 1 2 3 4 1 Black Print Cartridge indicates the amount of toner that remains in the print cartridge, estimated pages remaining for the amount of toner remaining in the cartridge, total number of pages and jobs...