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...Power supply* 5. Printer software CD * The power supplies and power cords might come with your printer: Finding information 3 Connecting to an HP dealer or contact HP Support. Black print cartridge 3. Setup posters (Windows® and Macintosh) 7. Tri-color print cartridge 4. ... cover English Language 4 2 What's in appearance. The HP Deskjet 3840 series printer Thank you for more information. See "HP support" on page 12 for buying an HP Deskjet printer! HP Deskjet 3840 series printer 2. Power cord* 6. The printer box contains the following information about your...
...Power supply* 5. Printer software CD * The power supplies and power cords might come with your printer: Finding information 3 Connecting to an HP dealer or contact HP Support. Black print cartridge 3. Setup posters (Windows® and Macintosh) 7. Tri-color print cartridge 4. ... cover English Language 4 2 What's in appearance. The HP Deskjet 3840 series printer Thank you for more information. See "HP support" on page 12 for buying an HP Deskjet printer! HP Deskjet 3840 series printer 2. Power cord* 6. The printer box contains the following information about your...
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... the Windows operating system. To view the readme file, click Start, point to Programs, point to HP, point to HP Deskjet 3840 Series, and then click User's Guide. Windows Setup poster The setup poster offers information about printer features, printing, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Macintosh Setup poster The setup poster offers information about known software...
... the Windows operating system. To view the readme file, click Start, point to Programs, point to HP, point to HP Deskjet 3840 Series, and then click User's Guide. Windows Setup poster The setup poster offers information about printer features, printing, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Macintosh Setup poster The setup poster offers information about known software...
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Use a USB 2.0 full-speed compliant cable that came with Macintosh computer systems. For instructions about Linux, visit the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/linuxprinting. 4 English Language 4 Use the cable with Windows 98, Millennium Edition (Me), 2000, and XP, and with the printer. Linux For information about connecting the printer with a universal serial bus (USB) cable. Connecting to the printer The printer connects to the computer with a USB cable, see the setup poster that does not exceed 3 meters (10 feet) in length.
Use a USB 2.0 full-speed compliant cable that came with Macintosh computer systems. For instructions about Linux, visit the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/linuxprinting. 4 English Language 4 Use the cable with Windows 98, Millennium Edition (Me), 2000, and XP, and with the printer. Linux For information about connecting the printer with a universal serial bus (USB) cable. Connecting to the printer The printer connects to the computer with a USB cable, see the setup poster that does not exceed 3 meters (10 feet) in length.
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... and light 2. Print cartridges The following print cartridges can be used with the printer. The light on the Power button stays lit when the printer is printing or ready to view the user's guide. This printer and its replacement cartridges are sold in this section, see the onscreen user's .... Cancel button Use the Power button to cancel the current print job. Press the Cancel button to turn the printer on and off. Print cartridge Black Tri-color Photo Selection number 27 28 58 The availability of print cartridges varies by country/region. Buttons and light ᕡ...
... and light 2. Print cartridges The following print cartridges can be used with the printer. The light on the Power button stays lit when the printer is printing or ready to view the user's guide. This printer and its replacement cartridges are sold in this section, see the onscreen user's .... Cancel button Use the Power button to cancel the current print job. Press the Cancel button to turn the printer on and off. Print cartridge Black Tri-color Photo Selection number 27 28 58 The availability of print cartridges varies by country/region. Buttons and light ᕡ...
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...does not appear in the list of additional troubleshooting topics that are discussed in this section if you have problems setting up the HP printer, if you cannot print after installation Paper jam Still need help? Topics The installation program does not start automatically. The installation ...program stops when it looks for Windows Printer is not responding. Page page 7 page 7 page 8 page 10 page 10 page 11 page 11 English Language 4 6 An "Unknown Device"...
...does not appear in the list of additional troubleshooting topics that are discussed in this section if you have problems setting up the HP printer, if you cannot print after installation Paper jam Still need help? Topics The installation program does not start automatically. The installation ...program stops when it looks for Windows Printer is not responding. Page page 7 page 7 page 8 page 10 page 10 page 11 page 11 English Language 4 6 An "Unknown Device"...
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... a problem if you are using Windows 2000), replace the USB cable. Possible causes Solution • Static electricity has built up the HP printer. Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. 3. Reconnect the power cord to install the printer software. The setup.exe file appears in drop-down list. 4. Disconnect the power cord from the...
... a problem if you are using Windows 2000), replace the USB cable. Possible causes Solution • Static electricity has built up the HP printer. Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. 3. Reconnect the power cord to install the printer software. The setup.exe file appears in drop-down list. 4. Disconnect the power cord from the...
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...sure that no other USB devices are running . • Another device, such as antivirus programs or other software programs that the printer is still not detected, replace the USB cable, and then continue to a USB port on . Note: Restart the antivirus program after the... when the installation program looks for the keyboard and mouse). 2. English Language 4 8 Possible causes One of through a USB hub). Reinstall the printer software: a. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. Problem The installation program stops when it looks for turning off , and then disconnect the USB ...
...sure that no other USB devices are running . • Another device, such as antivirus programs or other software programs that the printer is still not detected, replace the USB cable, and then continue to a USB port on . Note: Restart the antivirus program after the... when the installation program looks for the keyboard and mouse). 2. English Language 4 8 Possible causes One of through a USB hub). Reinstall the printer software: a. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. Problem The installation program stops when it looks for turning off , and then disconnect the USB ...
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...click Print on . The print cartridges are correctly installed. Paper or other media is correctly loaded in the list of printers after installation 1 Verify that all of these conditions have been met, restart the computer. 2 If the problem persists, look for information ...about how to view the user's guide. The printer has a paper jam. English 9 Borderless printing problems exist. Error messages occur. The document prints slowly. The print quality is flashing. The...
...click Print on . The print cartridges are correctly installed. Paper or other media is correctly loaded in the list of printers after installation 1 Verify that all of these conditions have been met, restart the computer. 2 If the problem persists, look for information ...about how to view the user's guide. The printer has a paper jam. English 9 Borderless printing problems exist. Error messages occur. The document prints slowly. The print quality is flashing. The...
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... onscreen user's guide, double-click the HP DJ 3840 Help icon on the computer. When prompted, click Remove All. 3. English Language 4 10 Problem (Windows only) The printer software seemed to install. 1. Uninstall the printer software: a. Problem (Macintosh only) The printer will not print or the computer is... Control Panel. Solution Delete the print job by using the following procedure: Mac OS 9.x 1. On the desktop, double-click the HP printer icon to open the Print Status dialog box. 3. Note: To quit the antivirus program, follow the onscreen instructions. Note: Restart ...
... onscreen user's guide, double-click the HP DJ 3840 Help icon on the computer. When prompted, click Remove All. 3. English Language 4 10 Problem (Windows only) The printer software seemed to install. 1. Uninstall the printer software: a. Problem (Macintosh only) The printer will not print or the computer is... Control Panel. Solution Delete the print job by using the following procedure: Mac OS 9.x 1. On the desktop, double-click the HP printer icon to open the Print Status dialog box. 3. Note: To quit the antivirus program, follow the onscreen instructions. Note: Restart ...
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... • Document is inside of the printer by pulling it out from the back of the printer. Remove the paper from the paper tray. Still need help? Paper jam Do not clear a paper jam from the front of the printer. 4. Press the handle to HP Deskjet 3840 Series, and then click User's... Guide. • Macintosh: On the desktop, double-click the HP Deskjet 3840 Series User's Guide icon. 11 English Replace the rear access door. 5.
... • Document is inside of the printer by pulling it out from the back of the printer. Remove the paper from the paper tray. Still need help? Paper jam Do not clear a paper jam from the front of the printer. 4. Press the handle to HP Deskjet 3840 Series, and then click User's... Guide. • Macintosh: On the desktop, double-click the HP Deskjet 3840 Series User's Guide icon. 11 English Replace the rear access door. 5.
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... and expert assistance, and includes the following information: Printer model number (located on the label on the front of the printer) Printer serial number (located on your local point of purchase. HP support by product, country/region, and language. To determine the...number for common problems • Proactive product updates, support alerts, and HP newsgrams that are at an additional cost. HP support Support process Follow these questions: • Has this guide to troubleshoot the printer: 1. For Europe only: Contact your product 3. Search the onscreen user...
... and expert assistance, and includes the following information: Printer model number (located on the label on the front of the printer) Printer serial number (located on your local point of purchase. HP support by product, country/region, and language. To determine the...number for common problems • Proactive product updates, support alerts, and HP newsgrams that are at an additional cost. HP support Support process Follow these questions: • Has this guide to troubleshoot the printer: 1. For Europe only: Contact your product 3. Search the onscreen user...
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For maximum printer performance when printing black text, HP recommends that you use the black print cartridge (selection number 27). Using other supported print cartridges could result in FastDraft mode* Black text: Up to 18 pages per minute (ppm) Mixed text with color graphics: Up to 240 ... Pentium II 128 MB 100 MB or equivalent Macintosh OS 9.1 through 9.2.2 and later, and OS X 10.1.5 and later Physical specifications Printer dimension (with your system configuration, software program, and document complexity. Power consumption Less than 4 watts maximum when off 5.25 watts maximum...
For maximum printer performance when printing black text, HP recommends that you use the black print cartridge (selection number 27). Using other supported print cartridges could result in FastDraft mode* Black text: Up to 18 pages per minute (ppm) Mixed text with color graphics: Up to 240 ... Pentium II 128 MB 100 MB or equivalent Macintosh OS 9.1 through 9.2.2 and later, and OS X 10.1.5 and later Physical specifications Printer dimension (with your system configuration, software program, and document complexity. Power consumption Less than 4 watts maximum when off 5.25 watts maximum...
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... VCVRA-0202. Media size Note: For a complete list of supported media sizes, see the printer software. This regulatory number should not be confused with tear-off tab 100 x 150 mm 100 x 150 mm, with the marketing name (HP Deskjet 3845, HP Deskjet 3848 etc.) or product numbers (C9037A, C9038D etc.). 14 Paper Letter: 216 x 279 mm... by 254 mm (8 x 10 inch) Custom-size media Width: 77 to 216 mm (3 to 8.5 inches) Length: 127 to 356 mm (5 to 14 inches) Media weights (printer only) Letter paper: 65 to 90 g/m ² (16 to 24 lb) Legal paper: 70 to 90 g/m ² (20 to 24 lb) Envelopes: 70 to 90...
... VCVRA-0202. Media size Note: For a complete list of supported media sizes, see the printer software. This regulatory number should not be confused with tear-off tab 100 x 150 mm 100 x 150 mm, with the marketing name (HP Deskjet 3845, HP Deskjet 3848 etc.) or product numbers (C9037A, C9038D etc.). 14 Paper Letter: 216 x 279 mm... by 254 mm (8 x 10 inch) Custom-size media Width: 77 to 216 mm (3 to 8.5 inches) Length: 127 to 356 mm (5 to 14 inches) Media weights (printer only) Letter paper: 65 to 90 g/m ² (16 to 24 lb) Legal paper: 70 to 90 g/m ² (20 to 24 lb) Envelopes: 70 to 90...
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HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer To find an answer to a question, select one of the following topics: • Notices • Special features • Getting started • Connecting to the printer • Printing photos • Printing other documents • Printing tips • Printer software • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Specifications • Supplies 1
HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer To find an answer to a question, select one of the following topics: • Notices • Special features • Getting started • Connecting to the printer • Printing photos • Printing other documents • Printing tips • Printer software • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Specifications • Supplies 1
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... such products and services. Cautions, warnings, and notes A Caution indicates possible damage to the HP Deskjet printer or to change without prior written permission is a U.S. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 2 Notices • Notices and acknowledgements • Terms and conventions 2.1 Notices and acknowledgements...
... such products and services. Cautions, warnings, and notes A Caution indicates possible damage to the HP Deskjet printer or to change without prior written permission is a U.S. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 2 Notices • Notices and acknowledgements • Terms and conventions 2.1 Notices and acknowledgements...
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A Note indicates that additional information is provided. Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. For example: Warning: Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children. A Warning indicates possible harm to you or to others. For example: Note: For great results use HP products. 3 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts.
A Note indicates that additional information is provided. Touching these parts will result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections. For example: Warning: Keep both new and used print cartridges out of the reach of children. A Warning indicates possible harm to you or to others. For example: Note: For great results use HP products. 3 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide Caution: Do not touch the print cartridge ink nozzles or copper contacts.
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You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several exciting features: • Brilliant photo-quality printing: Great printing performance with the black and tri-color print cartridges installed. • Six-ink upgradeable printing: Enhance photo printing with a photo print cartridge (purchased separately). • Borderless printing: Print 4 x 6 inch ...: Small, lightweight, and easy to set up, store, or carry. • Quality: Built to give you the best results for your printing needs. 4 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 3 Special features Congratulations!
You have purchased an HP Deskjet printer that is equipped with several exciting features: • Brilliant photo-quality printing: Great printing performance with the black and tri-color print cartridges installed. • Six-ink upgradeable printing: Enhance photo printing with a photo print cartridge (purchased separately). • Borderless printing: Print 4 x 6 inch ...: Small, lightweight, and easy to set up, store, or carry. • Quality: Built to give you the best results for your printing needs. 4 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 3 Special features Congratulations!
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Click the appropriate topic for a description of the printer features, see the printer features page. Buttons and light 2. Paper trays 5 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 4 Getting started For an overview of a printer feature: • Buttons and light • Paper trays • Print cartridges • Ink-backup mode 4.1 Printer features The HP printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient. 1.
Click the appropriate topic for a description of the printer features, see the printer features page. Buttons and light 2. Paper trays 5 HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 4 Getting started For an overview of a printer feature: • Buttons and light • Paper trays • Print cartridges • Ink-backup mode 4.1 Printer features The HP printer has several features to make printing easier and more efficient. 1.
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Ink-backup mode 1. USB port 4.2 Buttons and light Use the printer buttons to turn the printer on and off and to cancel a print job. 6 Print cartridges 2. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1.
Ink-backup mode 1. USB port 4.2 Buttons and light Use the printer buttons to turn the printer on and off and to cancel a print job. 6 Print cartridges 2. HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1.
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... the Power button gives you press the Power button, a few seconds might exist. Using a power strip, a surge protector, or a wall-mounted switch to turn the printer on and off . HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1. Power button and light 2. Caution: Always use the Power button to turn the...
... the Power button gives you press the Power button, a few seconds might exist. Using a power strip, a surge protector, or a wall-mounted switch to turn the printer on and off . HP Deskjet 3840 series printer User's Guide 1. Power button and light 2. Caution: Always use the Power button to turn the...