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... Overview 55 Installing the printer software 56 Printer drivers 58 Software for Windows-based computers 59 Software for Macintosh computers 60 Software for networks 60 HP Web JetAdmin 60 UNIX and Linux 61 Performing advanced printing tasks 61 Using features in the printer driver 61 Printing multiple pages on one sheet... 67 Preparing to print with Macintosh computers 67 Printing a job using FIR 68 Interrupting and resuming FIR printing 68 7 Product maintenance Overview 69 Managing the toner cartridge 70 HP toner cartridges 70 4 EN
... Overview 55 Installing the printer software 56 Printer drivers 58 Software for Windows-based computers 59 Software for Macintosh computers 60 Software for networks 60 HP Web JetAdmin 60 UNIX and Linux 61 Performing advanced printing tasks 61 Using features in the printer driver 61 Printing multiple pages on one sheet... 67 Preparing to print with Macintosh computers 67 Printing a job using FIR 68 Interrupting and resuming FIR printing 68 7 Product maintenance Overview 69 Managing the toner cartridge 70 HP toner cartridges 70 4 EN
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... maintenance 76 8 Problem solving Overview 77 Clearing jams 78 Jam locations 78 Clearing jams from the top cover and toner cartridge area 79 Clearing jams from input trays 80 Clearing jams from the duplexer 81 Clearing jams from the rear ...toner 99 Repeating defects 99 Repeating image 100 Misformed characters 100 Curl or wave 100 Page skew 100 Wrinkles or creases 101 Vertical white lines 101 Tire tracks 101 White spots on black 101 ADF recalibration 102 Troubleshooting PostScript issues 103 Troubleshooting optional HP Fast InfraRed Connect problems 104 Troubleshooting an HP...
... maintenance 76 8 Problem solving Overview 77 Clearing jams 78 Jam locations 78 Clearing jams from the top cover and toner cartridge area 79 Clearing jams from input trays 80 Clearing jams from the duplexer 81 Clearing jams from the rear ...toner 99 Repeating defects 99 Repeating image 100 Misformed characters 100 Curl or wave 100 Page skew 100 Wrinkles or creases 101 Vertical white lines 101 Tire tracks 101 White spots on black 101 ADF recalibration 102 Troubleshooting PostScript issues 103 Troubleshooting optional HP Fast InfraRed Connect problems 104 Troubleshooting an HP...
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...(without toner cartridge 123 Environmental specifications 123 Appendix B Ordering information Available accessories 125 Part numbers 126 Appendix C Regulatory information FCC regulations 131 Environmental product stewardship program 132 Protecting the environment 132 Material safety data sheets 133 Safety statements 135 Laser safety statement...send timeout submenu 142 Using digital-sending settings 143 LDAP addressing settings 143 Preferences settings 143 Using HP Web JetAdmin with the embedded Web server 144 Configuring product alerts 144 Installing a DIMM 145 Understanding printer commands 147 ...
...(without toner cartridge 123 Environmental specifications 123 Appendix B Ordering information Available accessories 125 Part numbers 126 Appendix C Regulatory information FCC regulations 131 Environmental product stewardship program 132 Protecting the environment 132 Material safety data sheets 133 Safety statements 135 Laser safety statement...send timeout submenu 142 Using digital-sending settings 143 LDAP addressing settings 143 Preferences settings 143 Using HP Web JetAdmin with the embedded Web server 144 Configuring product alerts 144 Installing a DIMM 145 Understanding printer commands 147 ...
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...commonly performed tasks. Where to poster This wall poster, also included with accessories or toner cartridges, and provide instructions for installation and use. 10 About this product (see the HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator's Guide. Additional information is included with the product. Several... detailed, preformatted Help documents are available for setting up the HP LaserJet 4100 mfp series, and is available at http://www.hp.com/lj4100mfp. You can be viewed and printed through the Help feature. Help files can also see...
...commonly performed tasks. Where to poster This wall poster, also included with accessories or toner cartridges, and provide instructions for installation and use. 10 About this product (see the HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator's Guide. Additional information is included with the product. Several... detailed, preformatted Help documents are available for setting up the HP LaserJet 4100 mfp series, and is available at http://www.hp.com/lj4100mfp. You can be viewed and printed through the Help feature. Help files can also see...
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...ppi) q up to 256 levels of gray for smooth, photo-like images q HP UltraPrecise toner cartridge for crisp, sharp output Paper handling q HP LaserJet 4100 mfp: the 100-page and 500-page input trays are standard q HP LaserJet 4101 mfp: the 100-page and two 500-page input trays are standard q ... sizes up to letter/A4 sizes q ADF with 30-page capacity handles media sizes up to legal size Printing features q fully compatible with HP LaserJet 4100 series printers q HP printer command language (PCL) 6, PCL 5e, and PostScript® (PS) 3 Emulation q 80 fonts for Microsoft Windows q additional fonts ...
...ppi) q up to 256 levels of gray for smooth, photo-like images q HP UltraPrecise toner cartridge for crisp, sharp output Paper handling q HP LaserJet 4100 mfp: the 100-page and 500-page input trays are standard q HP LaserJet 4101 mfp: the 100-page and two 500-page input trays are standard q ... sizes up to letter/A4 sizes q ADF with 30-page capacity handles media sizes up to legal size Printing features q fully compatible with HP LaserJet 4100 series printers q HP printer command language (PCL) 6, PCL 5e, and PostScript® (PS) 3 Emulation q 80 fonts for Microsoft Windows q additional fonts ...
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...toner gauge, page counter, and information about media sizes q supplies purchasing available through embedded Web server or online Expandable design q stackable 500-sheet trays (up to two additional trays can be added to the basic product) q power envelope feeder (holds as many as 75 envelopes) q duplexer (standard with the HP LaserJet... 4101 mfp) q Fast InfraRed printing adapter (FIR port) q digital-sending service software standard with the HP LaserJet 4101 mfp q memory can be expanded by installing additional dual inline...
...toner gauge, page counter, and information about media sizes q supplies purchasing available through embedded Web server or online Expandable design q stackable 500-sheet trays (up to two additional trays can be added to the basic product) q power envelope feeder (holds as many as 75 envelopes) q duplexer (standard with the HP LaserJet... 4101 mfp) q Fast InfraRed printing adapter (FIR port) q digital-sending service software standard with the HP LaserJet 4101 mfp q memory can be expanded by installing additional dual inline...
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Introduction EN serial and part numbers are stacked below, if installed) 7 Tray 1 (holds 100 sheets) 8 Access to toner cartridge; Trays 3 and 4 are underneath cover) 4 Duplexer or Tray 2 dust cover (dust cover is removed if duplexer is installed) 5 Power switch 6 Tray 2 (holds 500 sheets; Parts Product parts (front view) 11 1 10 2 9 3 8 4 7 5 6 1 ADF 2 ADF cover (lifts for access to scanner glass) 3 Top cover (access to toner cartridge 9 Control panel 10 Output bin 11 Scanner lock (located on the left side of the MFP) 16 Chapter 1 -
Introduction EN serial and part numbers are stacked below, if installed) 7 Tray 1 (holds 100 sheets) 8 Access to toner cartridge; Trays 3 and 4 are underneath cover) 4 Duplexer or Tray 2 dust cover (dust cover is removed if duplexer is installed) 5 Power switch 6 Tray 2 (holds 500 sheets; Parts Product parts (front view) 11 1 10 2 9 3 8 4 7 5 6 1 ADF 2 ADF cover (lifts for access to scanner glass) 3 Top cover (access to toner cartridge 9 Control panel 10 Output bin 11 Scanner lock (located on the left side of the MFP) 16 Chapter 1 -
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..., or preprinted paper When printing letterhead, prepunched, or preprinted paper, it is important to print or copy primarily on non-standard sizes. The toner might leak if large quantities of media that require special handling: q small or narrow paper q letterhead, prepunched, or preprinted paper q envelopes ... top edge toward the product. Using this section for further information about printing on small or narrow media: q Use the 6,000-page toner cartridge (part number C8061A). q When using the 10,000-page cartridge (part number C8061X). (See "Ordering information" on page 29...
..., or preprinted paper When printing letterhead, prepunched, or preprinted paper, it is important to print or copy primarily on non-standard sizes. The toner might leak if large quantities of media that require special handling: q small or narrow paper q letterhead, prepunched, or preprinted paper q envelopes ... top edge toward the product. Using this section for further information about printing on small or narrow media: q Use the 6,000-page toner cartridge (part number C8061A). q When using the 10,000-page cartridge (part number C8061X). (See "Ordering information" on page 29...
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... graphics to use the product's features. q clear feedback during interaction with the control panel. q status messages, such as full digital-sending capabilities. The HP LaserJet 4100 mfp series control panel supports the product's convenience copying and digital-sending functionality as well as PIN numbers and number of copies. 3 Control panel... overview of this guide. Specific control panel functions that you expect from a standard copier, as well as information about trays and the toner cartridge. q a numerical keypad for numeric entry such as walk-up device configuration.
... graphics to use the product's features. q clear feedback during interaction with the control panel. q status messages, such as full digital-sending capabilities. The HP LaserJet 4100 mfp series control panel supports the product's convenience copying and digital-sending functionality as well as PIN numbers and number of copies. 3 Control panel... overview of this guide. Specific control panel functions that you expect from a standard copier, as well as information about trays and the toner cartridge. q a numerical keypad for numeric entry such as walk-up device configuration.
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... job permanently on the configuration page. 3 Print supplies status: shows the number of a job and later print additional copies. Menus Note The HP LaserJet 4100 mfp series uses a system of printer consumables. Menu options are created through the list to locate the option you to print and review ...a single copy of pages remaining for the toner cartridges and maintenance kits. The following options. 1 Print menu map: generates and prints a menu map that allow you to prevent a ...
... job permanently on the configuration page. 3 Print supplies status: shows the number of a job and later print additional copies. Menus Note The HP LaserJet 4100 mfp series uses a system of printer consumables. Menu options are created through the list to locate the option you to print and review ...a single copy of pages remaining for the toner cartridges and maintenance kits. The following options. 1 Print menu map: generates and prints a menu map that allow you to prevent a ...
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...resolution • FastRes 1200: 1200 dpi output at a user set interval (default interval is Normal. 7 Auto cleaning: automatically generates a page that cleans excess toner off the pressure roller in the fuser at 600 dpi print speed 3 REt (Resolution Enhancement technology): allows four levels of the...: sets the density of enhancement, including Off. Default is every 2000 pages). 8 Create cleaning page: generates a page that cleans excess toner off . The system default is Medium. 4 EconoMode: economy printing mode on or off the pressure roller in the fuser. 40 Chapter 3 - Default ...
...resolution • FastRes 1200: 1200 dpi output at a user set interval (default interval is Normal. 7 Auto cleaning: automatically generates a page that cleans excess toner off the pressure roller in the fuser at 600 dpi print speed 3 REt (Resolution Enhancement technology): allows four levels of the...: sets the density of enhancement, including Off. Default is every 2000 pages). 8 Create cleaning page: generates a page that cleans excess toner off . The system default is Medium. 4 EconoMode: economy printing mode on or off the pressure roller in the fuser. 40 Chapter 3 - Default ...
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... behavior when an auto-continue error is generated. 8 Toner low: determines whether the product continues or stops printing during a lowtoner situation. 9 Toner out: determines whether the product continues or stops printing during a outof-toner situation. 10 Jam recovery: configures how the product handles... pages after a jam. 11 Language: allows user to set default user language. I/O (input/output) menu 1 I/O timeout: sets the product's default input/output timeout (in seconds). 2 EIO 1 JetDirect Menu: configures the HP...
... behavior when an auto-continue error is generated. 8 Toner low: determines whether the product continues or stops printing during a lowtoner situation. 9 Toner out: determines whether the product continues or stops printing during a outof-toner situation. 10 Jam recovery: configures how the product handles... pages after a jam. 11 Language: allows user to set default user language. I/O (input/output) menu 1 I/O timeout: sets the product's default input/output timeout (in seconds). 2 EIO 1 JetDirect Menu: configures the HP...
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Overview 69 These include: q managing the toner cartridge q cleaning the product q performing preventative maintenance Turn the main power-switch off and unplug the MFP before you disconnect any cables or accessories, and before you perform preventive maintenance or cleaning. 7 Product maintenance CAUTION Overview This chapter explains basic product maintenance procedures for the HP LaserJet 4100 mfp series. If these activities are performed while the MFP is powered on and plugged in, serious product damage may result.
Overview 69 These include: q managing the toner cartridge q cleaning the product q performing preventative maintenance Turn the main power-switch off and unplug the MFP before you disconnect any cables or accessories, and before you perform preventive maintenance or cleaning. 7 Product maintenance CAUTION Overview This chapter explains basic product maintenance procedures for the HP LaserJet 4100 mfp series. If these activities are performed while the MFP is powered on and plugged in, serious product damage may result.
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... q number of pages printed q other supplies information Toner cartridge authentication HP cannot recommend use of non-HP toner cartridges, either new or remanufactured. q embedded Web server. q HP Web JetAdmin. To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it . The HP LaserJet 4100 mfp series warns you are not HP products, HP cannot influence their design or control their...
... q number of pages printed q other supplies information Toner cartridge authentication HP cannot recommend use of non-HP toner cartridges, either new or remanufactured. q embedded Web server. q HP Web JetAdmin. To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it . The HP LaserJet 4100 mfp series warns you are not HP products, HP cannot influence their design or control their...
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... from dust and debris. While cleaning the product, be careful not to appear for every job until you change the toner cartridge or when print-quality problems occur. The message continues to touch the transfer roller (the black rubber roller located underneath the... toner cartridge). Toner low and toner out conditions When toner is low, the control panel displays a TONER LOW message and the product continues to print. You can affect print quality. q Clean the inside...
... from dust and debris. While cleaning the product, be careful not to appear for every job until you change the toner cartridge or when print-quality problems occur. The message continues to touch the transfer roller (the black rubber roller located underneath the... toner cartridge). Toner low and toner out conditions When toner is low, the control panel displays a TONER LOW message and the product continues to print. You can affect print quality. q Clean the inside...
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... paper-feed guides (shaded areas) with a dry, lint-free cloth. 3 Note If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash the clothing in cold water. (Hot water ...sets toner into the printer. WARNING! Avoid reaching too far into fabric. 4 Using the green handle,... the power cord. 2 Open the top cover and remove the toner cartridge. Cleaning procedure 1 1 Turn the product off any residue with a dry, lint-free cloth. 5 Reinstall the toner cartridge, close the top cover, plug the power cord in, ...
... paper-feed guides (shaded areas) with a dry, lint-free cloth. 3 Note If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash the clothing in cold water. (Hot water ...sets toner into the printer. WARNING! Avoid reaching too far into fabric. 4 Using the green handle,... the power cord. 2 Open the top cover and remove the toner cartridge. Cleaning procedure 1 1 Turn the product off any residue with a dry, lint-free cloth. 5 Reinstall the toner cartridge, close the top cover, plug the power cord in, ...
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... cleaning process. Cleaning the product 73 A page with a black stripe prints. 4 Follow the instructions on the front or back side of toner and particles can cause specks to select CLEANING PAGE SIZE=LETTER. You can run without intervention, you must keep the fuser free of...from the control panel display q automatically at any interval that you choose. To ensure optimal output quality, HP recommends that you use the cleaning page every time you replace the toner cartridge or that the cleaning page works properly, print the page on the control panel display appears while...
... cleaning process. Cleaning the product 73 A page with a black stripe prints. 4 Follow the instructions on the front or back side of toner and particles can cause specks to select CLEANING PAGE SIZE=LETTER. You can run without intervention, you must keep the fuser free of...from the control panel display q automatically at any interval that you choose. To ensure optimal output quality, HP recommends that you use the cleaning page every time you replace the toner cartridge or that the cleaning page works properly, print the page on the control panel display appears while...
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... area 2 Optional power envelope feeder 3 Input tray areas 4 Optional duplex printing accessory 5 Output bins (top and rear) 6 Fuser area 7 ADF Loose toner might need to look for clearing the jam. If the location of the jam is not obvious, look for media in the locations indicated in ...the figure on page 85. Clearing jams Note If the control panel display shows a jam message, look first in the top cover area underneath the toner cartridge. Problem solving EN When clearing jams, be opened and then closed to tear the media. If a jam occurs in the product, it could cause...
... area 2 Optional power envelope feeder 3 Input tray areas 4 Optional duplex printing accessory 5 Output bins (top and rear) 6 Fuser area 7 ADF Loose toner might need to look for clearing the jam. If the location of the jam is not obvious, look for media in the locations indicated in ...the figure on page 85. Clearing jams Note If the control panel display shows a jam message, look first in the top cover area underneath the toner cartridge. Problem solving EN When clearing jams, be opened and then closed to tear the media. If a jam occurs in the product, it could cause...
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..., remove it off with print quality. Avoid spilling loose toner. Loose toner should clear from the top cover and toner cartridge area 1 1 Open the top cover and remove the toner cartridge. If any additional jammed media. If any 3 loose toner that might cause temporary problems with a dry cloth and ...it might have fallen into the product. Using a dry, lint-free cloth, clean any is difficult to remove, try clearing it . If loose toner falls into 4 fabric.) 4 Open Tray 1 and remove the entrance cover to check for additional jammed media. Do not tear the media. Clearing ...
..., remove it off with print quality. Avoid spilling loose toner. Loose toner should clear from the top cover and toner cartridge area 1 1 Open the top cover and remove the toner cartridge. If any additional jammed media. If any 3 loose toner that might cause temporary problems with a dry cloth and ...it might have fallen into the product. Using a dry, lint-free cloth, clean any is difficult to remove, try clearing it . If loose toner falls into 4 fabric.) 4 Open Tray 1 and remove the entrance cover to check for additional jammed media. Do not tear the media. Clearing ...
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... the media lies flat in the tray at all three paper size adjustments are using a non-HP toner cartridge, the message NON HP TONER DETECTED might appear on page 78). 6 6 Replace the entrance cover and close Tray 1. 7 Reinstall the toner cartridge and close the top cover to continue printing or copying. 1 2 3 5 80 Chapter ... 3 and 4" on page 24). 4 Slide the tray back into the product, follow the steps under "Clearing jams from the top cover and toner cartridge area" on page 78). Press START to clear the jam message. 6 If the jam message persists, media remains in the product.
... the media lies flat in the tray at all three paper size adjustments are using a non-HP toner cartridge, the message NON HP TONER DETECTED might appear on page 78). 6 6 Replace the entrance cover and close Tray 1. 7 Reinstall the toner cartridge and close the top cover to continue printing or copying. 1 2 3 5 80 Chapter ... 3 and 4" on page 24). 4 Slide the tray back into the product, follow the steps under "Clearing jams from the top cover and toner cartridge area" on page 78). Press START to clear the jam message. 6 If the jam message persists, media remains in the product.