Warranty and Legal Guide
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... you are also included in the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide. HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M178-M181 Type Poly-carbonmonofluoride lithium (BR type) Weight ~ 3 g Location On motherboard User-removable No ENWW Paper use of using recycled paper and lightweight paper (EcoFFICIENT™) when the paper meets the guidelines outlined in every new HP LaserJet print cartridge package. 1 Program availability varies. Multi-lingual program information and instructions are done, we make it may require special handling at...
... you are also included in the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide. HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M178-M181 Type Poly-carbonmonofluoride lithium (BR type) Weight ~ 3 g Location On motherboard User-removable No ENWW Paper use of using recycled paper and lightweight paper (EcoFFICIENT™) when the paper meets the guidelines outlined in every new HP LaserJet print cartridge package. 1 Program availability varies. Multi-lingual program information and instructions are done, we make it may require special handling at...
User Guide
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... the fuser area 100 Clear paper jams in the output bin ...102 Improve print quality ...104 Introduction ...104 Update the printer firmware ...105 Print from a different software program ...105 Check the paper-type setting for the print job 105 Check the paper type setting on the printer 105 Check the paper type setting (Windows 105 Check the paper type setting (OS X 105 Check toner-cartridge status ...106 Print a cleaning page ...107 Visually inspect the toner cartridge or cartridges 108 Check paper and the printing environment 108 Step one: Use paper that meets HP specifications 108...
... the fuser area 100 Clear paper jams in the output bin ...102 Improve print quality ...104 Introduction ...104 Update the printer firmware ...105 Print from a different software program ...105 Check the paper-type setting for the print job 105 Check the paper type setting on the printer 105 Check the paper type setting (Windows 105 Check the paper type setting (OS X 105 Check toner-cartridge status ...106 Print a cleaning page ...107 Visually inspect the toner cartridge or cartridges 108 Check paper and the printing environment 108 Step one: Use paper that meets HP specifications 108...
User Guide
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... Troubleshoot print quality problems ...116 Improve copy and scan image quality ...124 Introduction ...124 Check the scanner glass for dirt and smudges 124 Eliminate lines or streaks when using the document feeder 125 Check the paper settings ...125 Check the image adjustment settings ...126 Optimize for text or pictures ...128 Check the scanner resolution and color settings on the computer 129 Resolution and color guidelines 129 Color ...130 Edge-to-edge copying ...130 Clean the pickup rollers and...
... Troubleshoot print quality problems ...116 Improve copy and scan image quality ...124 Introduction ...124 Check the scanner glass for dirt and smudges 124 Eliminate lines or streaks when using the document feeder 125 Check the paper settings ...125 Check the image adjustment settings ...126 Optimize for text or pictures ...128 Check the scanner resolution and color settings on the computer 129 Resolution and color guidelines 129 Color ...130 Edge-to-edge copying ...130 Clean the pickup rollers and...
User Guide
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... a toner cartridge needs to start a color copy job. Use this button to be changed. If the light glows without saving the value when the printer is ready to decrease the value that appears on the display. It blinks when the printer is required. 4 Chapter 1 Printer overview ENWW A Supplies light blinks when a supply error occurs, and it glows without blinking when the printer is in Copy Default Setting mode. Use this button to print. The default option is printing. ● Reset...
... a toner cartridge needs to start a color copy job. Use this button to be changed. If the light glows without saving the value when the printer is ready to decrease the value that appears on the display. It blinks when the printer is required. 4 Chapter 1 Printer overview ENWW A Supplies light blinks when a supply error occurs, and it glows without blinking when the printer is in Copy Default Setting mode. Use this button to print. The default option is printing. ● Reset...
User Guide
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... menu item in a submenu list (without saving changes to provide fax numbers. The Ready light glows without blinking, the printer has experienced an error. 6 Chapter 1 Printer overview ENWW The Attention light blinks when the printer requires user attention, such as when the printer runs out of paper or a toner cartridge needs to print. Use this button to open the Copy menu. 11 Alphanumeric keypad 12 Fax Redial button (fax models only) 13 Start Fax button (fax models only) 14 Setup button 15 Wireless button 16 Back arrow button...
... menu item in a submenu list (without saving changes to provide fax numbers. The Ready light glows without blinking, the printer has experienced an error. 6 Chapter 1 Printer overview ENWW The Attention light blinks when the printer requires user attention, such as when the printer runs out of paper or a toner cartridge needs to print. Use this button to open the Copy menu. 11 Alphanumeric keypad 12 Fax Redial button (fax models only) 13 Start Fax button (fax models only) 14 Setup button 15 Wireless button 16 Back arrow button...
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... 1-1 Supported operating systems and print drivers (continued) Operating system Print driver installed (from the software on Notes the web) Windows Vista®, 32-bit The "HP PCL.6" printer-specific print driver is installed for this operating system as part of the software installation. Microsoft retired mainstream support for download from 123.hp.com/LaserJet. Download the driver, and then use the Microsoft Add Printer tool to install the printer software and print driver. Windows Server 2008 SP2, 64-bit The "HP PCL 6" printer-specific print driver is installed...
... 1-1 Supported operating systems and print drivers (continued) Operating system Print driver installed (from the software on Notes the web) Windows Vista®, 32-bit The "HP PCL.6" printer-specific print driver is installed for this operating system as part of the software installation. Microsoft retired mainstream support for download from 123.hp.com/LaserJet. Download the driver, and then use the Microsoft Add Printer tool to install the printer software and print driver. Windows Server 2008 SP2, 64-bit The "HP PCL 6" printer-specific print driver is installed...
User Guide
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... and order new ones ● View and change tray configurations (paper types and sizes) ● View and print internal pages ● View and change network configuration The HP Embedded Web Server works when the printer is automatically available. NOTE: HP Device Toolbox is software used to connect to the HP Embedded Web Server when the printer is connected to the network, the HP Embedded Web Server is connected to manage printing functions from your computer instead of the printer control panel. ● View printer status information ●...
... and order new ones ● View and change tray configurations (paper types and sizes) ● View and print internal pages ● View and change network configuration The HP Embedded Web Server works when the printer is automatically available. NOTE: HP Device Toolbox is software used to connect to the HP Embedded Web Server when the printer is connected to the network, the HP Embedded Web Server is connected to manage printing functions from your computer instead of the printer control panel. ● View printer status information ●...
User Guide
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... Sleep/Auto Off mode or automatic shut down. ● Print Density: Change the print density of the licenses for open source software programs that can be used with the administrator before changing settings on the computer. Use this printer at a later time. ● Administration: Set or change default print settings from your computer. ● PCL5: View and change the PCL5 settings. ● PostScript: Turn off or on the control panel. Print tab ● Printing: Change the default printer print settings, such as number of HP...
... Sleep/Auto Off mode or automatic shut down. ● Print Density: Change the print density of the licenses for open source software programs that can be used with the administrator before changing settings on the computer. Use this printer at a later time. ● Administration: Set or change default print settings from your computer. ● PCL5: View and change the PCL5 settings. ● PostScript: Turn off or on the control panel. Print tab ● Printing: Change the default printer print settings, such as number of HP...
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... Sleep/Auto Off After delay. On the printer control panel, press the Setup button. 2. NOTE: After the printer shuts down . Complete the following menus: ● System Setup ● Energy Settings ● Sleep/Auto Off After 3. LED control panels: 1. Click the Apply button. 2-line control panels: 1. Use the arrow keys to set the amount of power Use the control panel menus to select the time for the printer, and then select the printer name. In the HP Printer Assistant, select Print...
... Sleep/Auto Off After delay. On the printer control panel, press the Setup button. 2. NOTE: After the printer shuts down . Complete the following menus: ● System Setup ● Energy Settings ● Sleep/Auto Off After 3. LED control panels: 1. Click the Apply button. 2-line control panels: 1. Use the arrow keys to set the amount of power Use the control panel menus to select the time for the printer, and then select the printer name. In the HP Printer Assistant, select Print...
User Guide
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... factory-set defaults Restoring the factory-set defaults returns all of control panel. 1 2 1 LED control panel 2 2-line control panel LED control panels: 1. NOTE: The steps vary according to the type of the printer and network settings to the factory defaults. Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS): a. In the HP Printer Assistant, select Print, and then select HP Device Toolbox. 2. Select Restore Defaults. The printer automatically restarts. 86 Chapter 9 Solve problems ENWW To restore the printer to the factory defaults, and it also deletes any pages...
... factory-set defaults Restoring the factory-set defaults returns all of control panel. 1 2 1 LED control panel 2 2-line control panel LED control panels: 1. NOTE: The steps vary according to the type of the printer and network settings to the factory defaults. Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS): a. In the HP Printer Assistant, select Print, and then select HP Device Toolbox. 2. Select Restore Defaults. The printer automatically restarts. 86 Chapter 9 Solve problems ENWW To restore the printer to the factory defaults, and it also deletes any pages...
User Guide
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... printer to stop printing until you replace the cartridge. ● Select the Prompt option to set the printer to stop printing and prompt you to replace the cartridge. Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS): a. On the printer control panel, press the Setup button. 2. Select one of the following menus: ● System Setup ● Supply Settings ● Black Cartridge or Color Cartridges ● Very Low Setting 3. Select one of the Start screen, and then select the printer name. ● Windows...
... printer to stop printing until you replace the cartridge. ● Select the Prompt option to set the printer to stop printing and prompt you to replace the cartridge. Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS): a. On the printer control panel, press the Setup button. 2. Select one of the following menus: ● System Setup ● Supply Settings ● Black Cartridge or Color Cartridges ● Very Low Setting 3. Select one of the Start screen, and then select the printer name. ● Windows...
User Guide
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... the Start menu, click All Apps, click HP, and then select the printer name. ● Windows 8.1: Click the down arrow in the printer, clear the jam and then print a configuration page to the type of paper that is in the tray. The HP printer assistant opens. ii. If paper has jammed in lower left corner of paper that is in the tray. Adjust paper settings if necessary. f. Experiencing frequent or recurring paper jams? Select Default Paper Size and...
... the Start menu, click All Apps, click HP, and then select the printer name. ● Windows 8.1: Click the down arrow in the printer, clear the jam and then print a configuration page to the type of paper that is in the tray. The HP printer assistant opens. ii. If paper has jammed in lower left corner of paper that is in the tray. Adjust paper settings if necessary. f. Experiencing frequent or recurring paper jams? Select Default Paper Size and...
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.... 4. Print a cleaning page to remove excess toner from the list. On the Systems tab, click Service. Load plain letter or A4 paper when you are prompted. LED control panels: ▲ Press and hold the Start Color Copy release the button. Select the tray from inside the printer. Select Default Paper Type and then select the type of paper that is in lower left corner of paper that is complete. Open the HP Printer Assistant. ● Windows...
.... 4. Print a cleaning page to remove excess toner from the list. On the Systems tab, click Service. Load plain letter or A4 paper when you are prompted. LED control panels: ▲ Press and hold the Start Color Copy release the button. Select the tray from inside the printer. Select Default Paper Type and then select the type of paper that is in lower left corner of paper that is complete. Open the HP Printer Assistant. ● Windows...
User Guide
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... not print, and the computer has a third-party firewall installed 1. Cannot connect more than 5 concurrent Wi-Fi Direct users. 4. Make sure that might interfere with the most networks, the wireless range is within the wireless range and that the printer is turned on the configuration page to run. 3. Compare the service set identifier (SSID) on and in the printer configuration for the printer. Reconfigure the wireless setup for the computer. 4. Update...
... not print, and the computer has a third-party firewall installed 1. Cannot connect more than 5 concurrent Wi-Fi Direct users. 4. Make sure that might interfere with the most networks, the wireless range is within the wireless range and that the printer is turned on the configuration page to run. 3. Compare the service set identifier (SSID) on and in the printer configuration for the printer. Reconfigure the wireless setup for the computer. 4. Update...
User Guide
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... specific to help resolve issues. ● Fax troubleshooting checklist ● Solve general fax problems Fax troubleshooting checklist ● Several possible fixes are connected to the wall phone port. NOTE: To print a configuration page to obtain the current firmware date code. Solve fax problems Introduction Use the fax troubleshooting information to the printer model. Select Service, and then select Run Fax Test. NOTE: Make sure to use the firmware update utility that the printer firmware is connected to the correct port on -screen instructions to complete the installation...
... specific to help resolve issues. ● Fax troubleshooting checklist ● Solve general fax problems Fax troubleshooting checklist ● Several possible fixes are connected to the wall phone port. NOTE: To print a configuration page to obtain the current firmware date code. Solve fax problems Introduction Use the fax troubleshooting information to the printer model. Select Service, and then select Run Fax Test. NOTE: Make sure to use the firmware update utility that the printer firmware is connected to the correct port on -screen instructions to complete the installation...
User Guide
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... duplex printing Mac 33 duplex printing (double-sided) Windows 30 duplexing manually (Mac) 33 manually (Windows) 30 E EconoMode setting 72, 110 economy settings 72 electrical specifications 11 electronic faxes sending 60 F factory-set defaults, restoring 86 fax sending from software 60 solve general problems 141 solve page-space issues 142 solve poor quality 142 solve slow speed 141 speed dials 59 fax ports locating 3 fax troubleshooting checklist 140 faxing from a computer (Windows) 60 from the document feeder 59 from the flatbed scanner 58 fuser jams 100 G glass, cleaning 124, 132 H HP...
... duplex printing Mac 33 duplex printing (double-sided) Windows 30 duplexing manually (Mac) 33 manually (Windows) 30 E EconoMode setting 72, 110 economy settings 72 electrical specifications 11 electronic faxes sending 60 F factory-set defaults, restoring 86 fax sending from software 60 solve general problems 141 solve page-space issues 142 solve poor quality 142 solve slow speed 141 speed dials 59 fax ports locating 3 fax troubleshooting checklist 140 faxing from a computer (Windows) 60 from the document feeder 59 from the flatbed scanner 58 fuser jams 100 G glass, cleaning 124, 132 H HP...
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... labels, loading 20 LED control panel controls 4 loading paper in Tray 1 14 M maintenance kits part numbers 22 manual duplex Mac 33 Windows 30 memory included 7 memory chip (toner) locating 24 Microsoft Word, faxing from 60 mobile printing Android devices 39 mobile printing solutions 7 mobile printing, software supported 9 multiple pages per sheet printing (Mac) 33 printing (Windows) 31 N network installation 62 network port locating 3 networks HP Web Jetadmin 77 installing the printer 62 supported 7 number of copies, changing 42 O on/off button, locating 2 online support 82 operating systems...
... labels, loading 20 LED control panel controls 4 loading paper in Tray 1 14 M maintenance kits part numbers 22 manual duplex Mac 33 Windows 30 memory included 7 memory chip (toner) locating 24 Microsoft Word, faxing from 60 mobile printing Android devices 39 mobile printing solutions 7 mobile printing, software supported 9 multiple pages per sheet printing (Mac) 33 printing (Windows) 31 N network installation 62 network port locating 3 networks HP Web Jetadmin 77 installing the printer 62 supported 7 number of copies, changing 42 O on/off button, locating 2 online support 82 operating systems...
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... low threshold settings 87 part numbers 22 using when low 87 toner cartridges components 24 part numbers 22 replacing 24 Tray 1 jams 99 loading 14 loading envelopes 19 loading labels 20 paper orientation 17 trays capacity 7 included 7 locating 2 troubleshooting check toner-cartridge status 106 faxes 140 LED, errors 83 LED, light patterns 83 network problems 134 paper feed problems 90 wired network 134 wireless network 136 two-sided copying 43 U USB port locating 3 W web browser requirements HP Embedded Web Server 63 Web sites customer support 82 HP Web Jetadmin, downloading 77 weight, printer...
... low threshold settings 87 part numbers 22 using when low 87 toner cartridges components 24 part numbers 22 replacing 24 Tray 1 jams 99 loading 14 loading envelopes 19 loading labels 20 paper orientation 17 trays capacity 7 included 7 locating 2 troubleshooting check toner-cartridge status 106 faxes 140 LED, errors 83 LED, light patterns 83 network problems 134 paper feed problems 90 wired network 134 wireless network 136 two-sided copying 43 U USB port locating 3 W web browser requirements HP Embedded Web Server 63 Web sites customer support 82 HP Web Jetadmin, downloading 77 weight, printer...
Getting Started Guide
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... printer IP address into the computer. 2. The printer configures the connection to : www.hp.com/support/ljM178MFP Select Drivers, select the appropriate operating system, and click Next. At the computer, open the Network Setup menu. 2. Install Notes For more details about mobile printing For further information on the printer control panel. To download the software from printer support website (Windows and OS X) 1. Easily convert your paper documents into editable and searchable PDF files, ready to 123.hp.com/laserjet...
... printer IP address into the computer. 2. The printer configures the connection to : www.hp.com/support/ljM178MFP Select Drivers, select the appropriate operating system, and click Next. At the computer, open the Network Setup menu. 2. Install Notes For more details about mobile printing For further information on the printer control panel. To download the software from printer support website (Windows and OS X) 1. Easily convert your paper documents into editable and searchable PDF files, ready to 123.hp.com/laserjet...
Getting Started Guide
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...the Fax Settings menu on the printer control panel. Select Firmware, and click the Download button. Type ping, type a space, type the printer IP address, and then press Enter. Troubleshooting User guide The user guide includes printer usage and troubleshooting information. Check for the printer, go to: www.hp.com/support/ljM178MFP • Solve problems • Find advanced configuration instructions • Download software updates • Join support forums • Find warranty and regulatory information • Access mobile printing resources Resolve error code messages (LED control...
...the Fax Settings menu on the printer control panel. Select Firmware, and click the Download button. Type ping, type a space, type the printer IP address, and then press Enter. Troubleshooting User guide The user guide includes printer usage and troubleshooting information. Check for the printer, go to: www.hp.com/support/ljM178MFP • Solve problems • Find advanced configuration instructions • Download software updates • Join support forums • Find warranty and regulatory information • Access mobile printing resources Resolve error code messages (LED control...