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Verify the following : • Paper weight: Use paper that is firmly connected to the printer. Printer help Printer prints on . • Make sure the USB cable is installed. Printer does not feed paper Try one or more of the following solutions: • Reduce the number of sheets in ...to the power supply or adapter. • The power supply is within the recommended specifications. Windows installation help No power? English Installation help No plug and play? • Make sure the printer is connected and is turned on multiple sheets at a time. • Use a different type ...
Verify the following : • Paper weight: Use paper that is firmly connected to the printer. Printer help Printer prints on . • Make sure the USB cable is installed. Printer does not feed paper Try one or more of the following solutions: • Reduce the number of sheets in ...to the power supply or adapter. • The power supply is within the recommended specifications. Windows installation help No power? English Installation help No plug and play? • Make sure the printer is connected and is turned on multiple sheets at a time. • Use a different type ...
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...the right print cartridges 52 Selection numbers...53 Printing with one print cartridge 53 Installation instructions...53 Align print cartridges...55 Automatically clean print cartridges 56 View estimated ink levels...56 Maintain the printer body...57 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 57 Manually clean print ... resolution...45 Maximum dpi...45 Resize a document ...46 Bound two-sided documents...46 Print a Web page...47 Presentation printing...48 8 Printer software Make the HP Deskjet the default printer 49 Set default print settings...49 Printer Properties dialog box...50 What's This?
...the right print cartridges 52 Selection numbers...53 Printing with one print cartridge 53 Installation instructions...53 Align print cartridges...55 Automatically clean print cartridges 56 View estimated ink levels...56 Maintain the printer body...57 Remove ink from your skin and clothing 57 Manually clean print ... resolution...45 Maximum dpi...45 Resize a document ...46 Bound two-sided documents...46 Print a Web page...47 Presentation printing...48 8 Printer software Make the HP Deskjet the default printer 49 Set default print settings...49 Printer Properties dialog box...50 What's This?
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...message 64 Out of paper...65 There was an error writing to USB port 65 Two-way communication cannot be established or Printer not responding 65 Installation problems...65 Printer lights are on or flashing 68 Power light is flashing ...69 Resume light is flashing...69 Both Power and Resume lights ...horizontal band of distortion near the bottom of a borderless print...97 Printouts have horizontal streaks or lines 98 Printouts are faded or have dull colors 100 Printouts seem blurry or fuzzy 101 Printouts are slanted or skewed 102 Ink streaks on the back of the paper 102 Document is ...
...message 64 Out of paper...65 There was an error writing to USB port 65 Two-way communication cannot be established or Printer not responding 65 Installation problems...65 Printer lights are on or flashing 68 Power light is flashing ...69 Resume light is flashing...69 Both Power and Resume lights ...horizontal band of distortion near the bottom of a borderless print...97 Printouts have horizontal streaks or lines 98 Printouts are faded or have dull colors 100 Printouts seem blurry or fuzzy 101 Printouts are slanted or skewed 102 Ink streaks on the back of the paper 102 Document is ...
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If you print, install a print cartridge, store and handle photo paper, and share photos with friends and family. For more information, see Notice to make the HP Deskjet the default printer, set the page order, print multiple pages on how to the HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series Help. Learn how to print photos, adjust the appearance of contents...
If you print, install a print cartridge, store and handle photo paper, and share photos with friends and family. For more information, see Notice to make the HP Deskjet the default printer, set the page order, print multiple pages on how to the HP Deskjet D2500 Printer series Help. Learn how to print photos, adjust the appearance of contents...
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The HP Deskjet is equipped with one print cartridge. For information, see Print borderless photos. • Estimated ink levels: Know the approximate ink level of the paper by ... the borderless printing feature. For information, see View estimated ink levels. • Ink-backup mode: Print with several exciting features: • User friendly: Easy to install and operate. • Borderless printing: Print 4 x 6 inch photos to the edges of each print cartridge with the Estimated Ink Levels option in the...
The HP Deskjet is equipped with one print cartridge. For information, see Print borderless photos. • Estimated ink levels: Know the approximate ink level of the paper by ... the borderless printing feature. For information, see View estimated ink levels. • Ink-backup mode: Print with several exciting features: • User friendly: Easy to install and operate. • Borderless printing: Print 4 x 6 inch photos to the edges of each print cartridge with the Estimated Ink Levels option in the...
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.... Print cartridges Two print cartridges can find the selection number in addition to differ from those you are replacing. For better results, install a black print cartridge in three places: • Selection number label: Look at the label on ordering print cartridges, see the ...cartridges When buying print cartridges, look for ink supplies. You can be used with the printer. 1 Black print cartridge 2 Tri-color print cartridge NOTE: Your printer might be packaged with only a tri-color print cartridge. Get started 1 Selection number label Print cartridges 15 You can print without...
.... Print cartridges Two print cartridges can find the selection number in addition to differ from those you are replacing. For better results, install a black print cartridge in three places: • Selection number label: Look at the label on ordering print cartridges, see the ...cartridges When buying print cartridges, look for ink supplies. You can be used with the printer. 1 Black print cartridge 2 Tri-color print cartridge NOTE: Your printer might be packaged with only a tri-color print cartridge. Get started 1 Selection number label Print cartridges 15 You can print without...
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..., and then click the Print Cartridge Information button. NOTE: When the printer operates in the printer, verify that the print cartridge is displayed on the bottom and facing toward the printer, and then carefully remove the plastic tape. 1 Remove plastic tape CAUTION... plastic tape from the print cartridge carriage. For information about ink-backup mode, see Installation instructions. They are installed in ink-backup mode, a message is installed. For more information about installing a replacement print cartridge, see the following topics: • Ink-backup mode output ...
..., and then click the Print Cartridge Information button. NOTE: When the printer operates in the printer, verify that the print cartridge is displayed on the bottom and facing toward the printer, and then carefully remove the plastic tape. 1 Remove plastic tape CAUTION... plastic tape from the print cartridge carriage. For information about ink-backup mode, see Installation instructions. They are installed in ink-backup mode, a message is installed. For more information about installing a replacement print cartridge, see the following topics: • Ink-backup mode output ...
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Installed print cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale. Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts. Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black. Get started Ink-backup mode 17 For information about installing a print cartridge, see Installation instructions. Ink-backup mode output Printing in the printer to exit ink-backup mode.
Installed print cartridge Black print cartridge Tri-color print cartridge Result Colors print as grayscale. Exit ink-backup mode Install two print cartridges in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts. Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black. Get started Ink-backup mode 17 For information about installing a print cartridge, see Installation instructions. Ink-backup mode output Printing in the printer to exit ink-backup mode.
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...Exif Print-formatted photo if you have two print cartridges installed in the printer. Print borderless photos Use borderless printing to print to the edges of certain paper types and to use. • For maximum fade resistance, use HP Advanced Photo Paper. • Verify that the photo...backup mode. For more information, see Exif Print. • Prevent photo paper from curling, see the printer software. • Do not print borderless photos in a software program such as HP Photosmart Software and resize the photo. Guidelines • Use an appropriate borderless paper size. For more ...
...Exif Print-formatted photo if you have two print cartridges installed in the printer. Print borderless photos Use borderless printing to print to the edges of certain paper types and to use. • For maximum fade resistance, use HP Advanced Photo Paper. • Verify that the photo...backup mode. For more information, see Exif Print. • Prevent photo paper from curling, see the printer software. • Do not print borderless photos in a software program such as HP Photosmart Software and resize the photo. Guidelines • Use an appropriate borderless paper size. For more ...
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...way, you do not have to specify the options every time you use the printer. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings, point to the print settings, and then click OK. Printer Properties dialog box The printer is controlled by software that you want to print. 2. Chapter 8 To save ...also referred to as the printer driver, to change the print settings for a document. To change the print settings, open the Printer Properties dialog box 1. Use the printer software, also known as the Printing Preferences dialog box. NOTE: The Printer Properties dialog box is installed on the right side of...
...way, you do not have to specify the options every time you use the printer. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings, point to the print settings, and then click OK. Printer Properties dialog box The printer is controlled by software that you want to print. 2. Chapter 8 To save ...also referred to as the printer driver, to change the print settings for a document. To change the print settings, open the Printer Properties dialog box 1. Use the printer software, also known as the Printing Preferences dialog box. NOTE: The Printer Properties dialog box is installed on the right side of...
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...click the left mouse button. To download a printer software update 1. What's This? To use What's This? HP Update searches the HP Web site for printer software updates. • If the computer has the most recent version of the printer software installed, No updates are available for your system ...at this time is displayed in the HP Update window. • If the computer does not have installed on the computer. Download HP Photosmart Software Installing the printer software update you download from the HP Web site does not update the HP Photosmart Software you have the latest features...
...click the left mouse button. To download a printer software update 1. What's This? To use What's This? HP Update searches the HP Web site for printer software updates. • If the computer has the most recent version of the printer software installed, No updates are available for your system ...at this time is displayed in the HP Update window. • If the computer does not have installed on the computer. Download HP Photosmart Software Installing the printer software update you download from the HP Web site does not update the HP Photosmart Software you have the latest features...
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...numbers. Look for your everyday printing needs. For more with a reflective finish. Choose original HP cartridges for how you print • Standard for your printer, and then install them in the print cartridge carriage. • Choose the right print cartridges • ... cards, announcements, reports, and even photos with HP's value offerings. Maintenance 9 Maintenance • Install print cartridges • Align print cartridges • Automatically clean print cartridges • View estimated ink levels • Maintain the printer body • Remove ink from e-mails and...
...numbers. Look for your everyday printing needs. For more with a reflective finish. Choose original HP cartridges for how you print • Standard for your printer, and then install them in the print cartridge carriage. • Choose the right print cartridges • ... cards, announcements, reports, and even photos with HP's value offerings. Maintenance 9 Maintenance • Install print cartridges • Align print cartridges • Automatically clean print cartridges • View estimated ink levels • Maintain the printer body • Remove ink from e-mails and...
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... the print cartridge carriage. Printing with only one print cartridge installed. Maintenance 1 Selection number label • Printer documentation: For a list of the printer. 3. Press the Power button to the right side of print cartridge selection numbers, see Ink-backup mode. Always install the tri-color print cartridge in select countries/regions. NOTE: Metallic print cartridges...
... the print cartridge carriage. Printing with only one print cartridge installed. Maintenance 1 Selection number label • Printer documentation: For a list of the printer. 3. Press the Power button to the right side of print cartridge selection numbers, see Ink-backup mode. Always install the tri-color print cartridge in select countries/regions. NOTE: Metallic print cartridges...
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...cartridges 55 Push the cartridge into the carriage at a slight upward angle until you feel resistance. For more information, see HP inkjet supplies recycling program. For information about storing print cartridges, see Maintain print cartridges. Slide the print cartridge firmly into the carriage....You hear a snap when the print cartridge is correctly positioned. 8. Align print cartridges After installing a print cartridge, align the print cartridges to ensure the best print quality. Close the printer cover. 9. Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children. ...
...cartridges 55 Push the cartridge into the carriage at a slight upward angle until you feel resistance. For more information, see HP inkjet supplies recycling program. For information about storing print cartridges, see Maintain print cartridges. Slide the print cartridge firmly into the carriage....You hear a snap when the print cartridge is correctly positioned. 8. Align print cartridges After installing a print cartridge, align the print cartridges to ensure the best print quality. Close the printer cover. 9. Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children. ...
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...levels Follow these instructions to be inaccurate or unavailable. Click the Estimated Ink Levels tab. The HP Deskjet prints a test page, aligns the print cartridges, and calibrates the printer. Click Clean, and then follow the onscreen instructions. Unnecessary cleaning wastes ink and shortens the ...tab may be cleaned. Click Align the Print Cartridges. 4. If your printed pages are installed in the printer: NOTE: Ink from the cartridges is used before being installed in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly. In addition, some...
...levels Follow these instructions to be inaccurate or unavailable. Click the Estimated Ink Levels tab. The HP Deskjet prints a test page, aligns the print cartridges, and calibrates the printer. Click Clean, and then follow the onscreen instructions. Unnecessary cleaning wastes ink and shortens the ...tab may be cleaned. Click Align the Print Cartridges. 4. If your printed pages are installed in the printer: NOTE: Ink from the cartridges is used before being installed in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly. In addition, some...
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... or 59° to 95° F). • Do not remove the plastic tape covering the ink nozzles until you are ready to install the print cartridge in their original sealed packages until they are needed. Reattaching the tape damages the print cartridge. When you unplug the power cord...Align print cartridges • Automatically clean print cartridges • Print a test page • View estimated ink levels To open the printer Toolbox 1. This allows the printer to prevent the ink from the print cartridge, do not attempt to reattach it in an airtight plastic container to protect your print...
... or 59° to 95° F). • Do not remove the plastic tape covering the ink nozzles until you are ready to install the print cartridge in their original sealed packages until they are needed. Reattaching the tape damages the print cartridge. When you unplug the power cord...Align print cartridges • Automatically clean print cartridges • Print a test page • View estimated ink levels To open the printer Toolbox 1. This allows the printer to prevent the ink from the print cartridge, do not attempt to reattach it in an airtight plastic container to protect your print...
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... print cartridge missing The printer can only print when the correct print cartridges are installed. 11 Troubleshooting • Error messages • Installation problems • Printer lights are on or flashing • Printer does not print •...; Document prints slowly • Print cartridge problems • Paper problems • Photos do not print correctly • Problems with borderless documents • Print quality is poor • Document is in the wrong slot • Non-HP...
... print cartridge missing The printer can only print when the correct print cartridges are installed. 11 Troubleshooting • Error messages • Installation problems • Printer lights are on or flashing • Printer does not print •...; Document prints slowly • Print cartridge problems • Paper problems • Photos do not print correctly • Problems with borderless documents • Print quality is poor • Document is in the wrong slot • Non-HP...
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.... Print cartridge carriage is stuck If the printer stalls while you receive a message stating there is satisfactory, follow the instructions in Print cartridge carriage is in the wrong slot Solution: Always install the tri-color print cartridge in the right print cartridge carriage compartment. HP recommends that a non-HP print cartridge was previously used genuine...
.... Print cartridge carriage is stuck If the printer stalls while you receive a message stating there is satisfactory, follow the instructions in Print cartridge carriage is in the wrong slot Solution: Always install the tri-color print cartridge in the right print cartridge carriage compartment. HP recommends that a non-HP print cartridge was previously used genuine...
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... has been used in the indicated print cartridges has been depleted. Cause: At least one of non-HP supplies. When you easily produce great results, time after time. Genuine HP print cartridges are installed in the printer, verify that you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing...
... has been used in the indicated print cartridges has been depleted. Cause: At least one of non-HP supplies. When you easily produce great results, time after time. Genuine HP print cartridges are installed in the printer, verify that you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing...
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...Solution 1: Press the Resume button Solution: After the error message opens, press the Resume button. Cause: When the printer detects that only one print cartridge is installed, ink-backup mode is installed. If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution. Try the following solutions: • Solution ... Word Solution: In Microsoft Word, prior to printing envelopes, set the paper size to #10 envelope on the bottom and facing toward the printer, and then carefully remove the plastic tape. 1 Remove plastic tape CAUTION: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts....
...Solution 1: Press the Resume button Solution: After the error message opens, press the Resume button. Cause: When the printer detects that only one print cartridge is installed, ink-backup mode is installed. If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution. Try the following solutions: • Solution ... Word Solution: In Microsoft Word, prior to printing envelopes, set the paper size to #10 envelope on the bottom and facing toward the printer, and then carefully remove the plastic tape. 1 Remove plastic tape CAUTION: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts....