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...185 Duplex Registration 187 4 Printer Maintenance Overview 189 Printer Maintenance Kit 190 Managing the Toner Cartridge . . . . . 191 HP Policy on Non-HP Toner Cartridges 191 Toner ...HP Output Device 221 Clearing Jams from the Stapler (5-bin Mailbox with Stapler 222 Solving Repeated Paper Jams . . . 224 Understanding Printer Messages . . . 226 Using the Printer Online Help System 227 Correcting Output Quality Problems 254 Correcting Wrinkles on Envelopes 260 Determining Printer Problems . . . 262 Printer Problems 264 Software, Computer, and Printer Interface Problems 267 Cabling...
...185 Duplex Registration 187 4 Printer Maintenance Overview 189 Printer Maintenance Kit 190 Managing the Toner Cartridge . . . . . 191 HP Policy on Non-HP Toner Cartridges 191 Toner ...HP Output Device 221 Clearing Jams from the Stapler (5-bin Mailbox with Stapler 222 Solving Repeated Paper Jams . . . 224 Understanding Printer Messages . . . 226 Using the Printer Online Help System 227 Correcting Output Quality Problems 254 Correcting Wrinkles on Envelopes 260 Determining Printer Problems . . . 262 Printer Problems 264 Software, Computer, and Printer Interface Problems 267 Cabling...
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Chapter 1 Printer Basics 48 Item Description or Use Order Number Memory, Fonts, and Mass Storage (continued) Hard Disk Permanent storage for fonts and forms. Enables RIP ONCE mopying of print jobs that are too large to -1 connection (Macintosh DIN-8 cable male-male). 92215N 92215S Accessories and Supplies C2985B Cable and Interface Accessories Parallel Cables 3 Meter IEEE-1284 cable C2946A 10 Meter IEEE-1284 C2947A cable Macintosh Network Cable For PhoneNET or Kit LocalTalk connection. (Requires EIO card) 1-to RIP ONCE mopy in RAM (see pages 147 and 166).
Chapter 1 Printer Basics 48 Item Description or Use Order Number Memory, Fonts, and Mass Storage (continued) Hard Disk Permanent storage for fonts and forms. Enables RIP ONCE mopying of print jobs that are too large to -1 connection (Macintosh DIN-8 cable male-male). 92215N 92215S Accessories and Supplies C2985B Cable and Interface Accessories Parallel Cables 3 Meter IEEE-1284 cable C2946A 10 Meter IEEE-1284 C2947A cable Macintosh Network Cable For PhoneNET or Kit LocalTalk connection. (Requires EIO card) 1-to RIP ONCE mopy in RAM (see pages 147 and 166).
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C4103A Accessories and Supplies Token Ring RJ-45 and DB-9 ! Ethernet RJ-45 only ! Fast Ethernet 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 only HP JetDirect Connectivity card for: ! Ethernet RJ-45 and BNC, LocalTalk ! USB, Serial, LocalTalk J3110A J3111A J3112A J4169A J4135A Enables wireless printing from any IRDA-compliant portable device (such as a laptop computer). Chapter 1 Printer Basics 49 Cable and Interface Accessories (continued) Item Enhanced I/O Cards HP Fast InfraRed Connect Description or Use Order Number HP JetDirect print server multi-protocol EIO network cards: !
C4103A Accessories and Supplies Token Ring RJ-45 and DB-9 ! Ethernet RJ-45 only ! Fast Ethernet 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 only HP JetDirect Connectivity card for: ! Ethernet RJ-45 and BNC, LocalTalk ! USB, Serial, LocalTalk J3110A J3111A J3112A J4169A J4135A Enables wireless printing from any IRDA-compliant portable device (such as a laptop computer). Chapter 1 Printer Basics 49 Cable and Interface Accessories (continued) Item Enhanced I/O Cards HP Fast InfraRed Connect Description or Use Order Number HP JetDirect print server multi-protocol EIO network cards: !
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... Order Number Cable and Interface Accessories (continued) Power Box For connecting a multibin mailbox to using paper and other print media with the 2000-sheet Input Tray and the 2 x 500-sheet Input Tray. This item is on a printer stand. C4789A... Maintenance Kit Preventive Maintenance Kit Contains replacement fuser, transfer roller, and feed and separation rollers. For 110V units For 220V units C3914A C3915A Documentation HP LaserJet Printer Family Paper Specification Guide A guide to the printer when the printer is included only with HP LaserJet printers....
... Order Number Cable and Interface Accessories (continued) Power Box For connecting a multibin mailbox to using paper and other print media with the 2000-sheet Input Tray and the 2 x 500-sheet Input Tray. This item is on a printer stand. C4789A... Maintenance Kit Preventive Maintenance Kit Contains replacement fuser, transfer roller, and feed and separation rollers. For 110V units For 220V units C3914A C3915A Documentation HP LaserJet Printer Family Paper Specification Guide A guide to the printer when the printer is included only with HP LaserJet printers....
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...Printer Basics 61 Light Flashing Amber Off Optional 2000-sheet Input Tray and the Optional 2 x 500-sheet Tray (Trays 4 and 5) Optional HP Output Devices The accessory has a paper jam or a page needs to be removed from the multibin mailbox, even if the page is not jammed. Check the power supply, power cables..., and C-link cables. Check the power supply, power cables, and C-link cables. Paper Handling LED Status Interpretation The accessory has a paper jam or a page needs to the printer. Save mode. The accessory is ...
...Printer Basics 61 Light Flashing Amber Off Optional 2000-sheet Input Tray and the Optional 2 x 500-sheet Tray (Trays 4 and 5) Optional HP Output Devices The accessory has a paper jam or a page needs to be removed from the multibin mailbox, even if the page is not jammed. Check the power supply, power cables..., and C-link cables. Check the power supply, power cables, and C-link cables. Paper Handling LED Status Interpretation The accessory has a paper jam or a page needs to the printer. Save mode. The accessory is ...
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...the ports blocks transmission. (This block could be slower than printing with a cable connected directly to maintain the connection. If the status indicator does not light up , and, after a short delay, the printer status panel displays PROCESSING JOB. If the connection is interrupted before your print ...job is resumed within the range of operation to the parallel port. If the connection is complete, the HP Fast InfraRed Connect status indicator turns off. Printing with the HP Fast InfraRed Connect may be a hand, paper, or even direct sunlight.) Depending on the sending device,...
...the ports blocks transmission. (This block could be slower than printing with a cable connected directly to maintain the connection. If the status indicator does not light up , and, after a short delay, the printer status panel displays PROCESSING JOB. If the connection is interrupted before your print ...job is resumed within the range of operation to the parallel port. If the connection is complete, the HP Fast InfraRed Connect status indicator turns off. Printing with the HP Fast InfraRed Connect may be a hand, paper, or even direct sunlight.) Depending on the sending device,...
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... registration roller (B), and the toner car tridge cavity. 4 Replace the toner cartridge, close the printer, reconnect all cables. 1 2 Open the top cover of the printer and remove the toner cartridge. Chapter 4 Printer Maintenance 198 1 Before you begin these steps, turn the printer off with a dry cloth and wash your clothes in cold water. Cleaning the...
... registration roller (B), and the toner car tridge cavity. 4 Replace the toner cartridge, close the printer, reconnect all cables. 1 2 Open the top cover of the printer and remove the toner cartridge. Chapter 4 Printer Maintenance 198 1 Before you begin these steps, turn the printer off with a dry cloth and wash your clothes in cold water. Cleaning the...
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...to disappear (approximately 5 minutes). Understanding Printer Messages If the EIO card is required. Make sure the envelope size and type are set correctly from the Paper Handling Menu in the feeder. The problem may be a bad EIO card, a bad cable or connection on the network, or ...a network problem. Press - Chapter 5 Problem Solving 232 Printer Messages (continued) Message Explanation or Recommended Action EIO n INITIALIZING alternates with the network (even though...
...to disappear (approximately 5 minutes). Understanding Printer Messages If the EIO card is required. Make sure the envelope size and type are set correctly from the Paper Handling Menu in the feeder. The problem may be a bad EIO card, a bad cable or connection on the network, or ...a network problem. Press - Chapter 5 Problem Solving 232 Printer Messages (continued) Message Explanation or Recommended Action EIO n INITIALIZING alternates with the network (even though...
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...was sent to clear the error message and continue printing. Press GO to the parallel port. Understanding Printer Messages For best results, use a high-quality cable (page 48). (Some non-HP parallel cables might be missing pin connections or might otherwise not conform to clear the error message. (Data ...user guide.) 40 EIO x BAD TRANSMISSION alternates with the printer (page 66). Check for a loose cable connection and be sure to use an HP driver that came with PRESS GO TO CONTINUE The connection has been broken between the printer and the EIO card in the specified slot. Press ...
...was sent to clear the error message and continue printing. Press GO to the parallel port. Understanding Printer Messages For best results, use a high-quality cable (page 48). (Some non-HP parallel cables might be missing pin connections or might otherwise not conform to clear the error message. (Data ...user guide.) 40 EIO x BAD TRANSMISSION alternates with the printer (page 66). Check for a loose cable connection and be sure to use an HP driver that came with PRESS GO TO CONTINUE The connection has been broken between the printer and the EIO card in the specified slot. Press ...
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... handling device. Disconnect the cables to all external paper handling devices, and then reconnect them. Turn the printer off , and then turn the printer on . Turn the printer on . If this message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider. (See the HP Customer Care pages at the... 66.00.xx Service ERROR alternates with CHECK CABLES AND CYCLE POWER An error occurred in an external paper handling device. Turn the printer off . If this message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider. (See the HP Customer Care pages at the front of this...
... handling device. Disconnect the cables to all external paper handling devices, and then reconnect them. Turn the printer off , and then turn the printer on . Turn the printer on . If this message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider. (See the HP Customer Care pages at the... 66.00.xx Service ERROR alternates with CHECK CABLES AND CYCLE POWER An error occurred in an external paper handling device. Turn the printer off . If this message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider. (See the HP Customer Care pages at the front of this...
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...type of this user guide.) 79.xxxx PRINTER ERROR The printer detected an error. Turn the printer off , disconnect the power cable and reseat the formatter, EIO cards, or memory DIMMs. Reconnect the power cable and turn the printer on . If the message appears only with... Printer Messages (continued) Message Explanation or Recommended Action 69.x PRINTER ERROR alternates with a specific software application or print job, simplify the job, or print from a different application. If this message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider. (See the HP Customer...
...type of this user guide.) 79.xxxx PRINTER ERROR The printer detected an error. Turn the printer off , disconnect the power cable and reseat the formatter, EIO cards, or memory DIMMs. Reconnect the power cable and turn the printer on . If the message appears only with... Printer Messages (continued) Message Explanation or Recommended Action 69.x PRINTER ERROR alternates with a specific software application or print job, simplify the job, or print from a different application. If this message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider. (See the HP Customer...
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... to current port and print. Make sure the printer is configured and working properly. Port is on and that all power cables are firmly plugged into both the printer components and an active power source. Printer is offline. Connect another printer to put the printer online. The printer control panel should display READY and the Ready light...
... to current port and print. Make sure the printer is configured and working properly. Port is on and that all power cables are firmly plugged into both the printer components and an active power source. Printer is offline. Connect another printer to put the printer online. The printer control panel should display READY and the Ready light...
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... Print Job Does Not Print (continued) Situation Solution Printer is not correctly configured, see the getting started guide for configuration information. ! If connected to a network, print a JetDirect configuration page to both the printer and the computer. Check for printer messages and recommended actions. If the cable is online but not receiving data (the Data...
... Print Job Does Not Print (continued) Situation Solution Printer is not correctly configured, see the getting started guide for configuration information. ! If connected to a network, print a JetDirect configuration page to both the printer and the computer. Check for printer messages and recommended actions. If the cable is online but not receiving data (the Data...
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Make sure that you know works to see page 48 for an HP cable part number. ! Try sending another file to see 118). Make sure that your software application is configured for printing on . ! Correcting Output Quality Problems Turn the printer on both sides of a page prints. ! Make sure that you are following the...
Make sure that you know works to see page 48 for an HP cable part number. ! Try sending another file to see 118). Make sure that your software application is configured for printing on . ! Correcting Output Quality Problems Turn the printer on both sides of a page prints. ! Make sure that you are following the...
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Check your cable to make sure that it is missing, but there are no errors. ! Use a high-quality cable; Your parallel printer cable may be sure the print file contains no printer messages. ! Chapter 5 Problem Solving 273 Printing is Incomplete or Incorrect (continued) Situation Solution Data is securely connected to be defective. see page 48 for an HP cable part number. Check your software application to both the printer and the computer. ! Correcting Output Quality Problems
Check your cable to make sure that it is missing, but there are no errors. ! Use a high-quality cable; Your parallel printer cable may be sure the print file contains no printer messages. ! Chapter 5 Problem Solving 273 Printing is Incomplete or Incorrect (continued) Situation Solution Data is securely connected to be defective. see page 48 for an HP cable part number. Check your software application to both the printer and the computer. ! Correcting Output Quality Problems
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... are adjusted properly and not skewed (page 98). ! Make sure the paper guides are correctly loaded. ! Correcting Output Quality Problems Check cables and connectors between the tray and the printer. Remove and reconnect the power cord if it is not firmly plugged into the computer. ! A tray might have been pulled out during... are within the recommended range (page 390). ! Perform preventive maintenance if requested by the p r i n t e r. See page 209 for Tray 4 matches the paper loaded in the printer control panel for instructions. ! See page 292 for...
... are adjusted properly and not skewed (page 98). ! Make sure the paper guides are correctly loaded. ! Correcting Output Quality Problems Check cables and connectors between the tray and the printer. Remove and reconnect the power cord if it is not firmly plugged into the computer. ! A tray might have been pulled out during... are within the recommended range (page 390). ! Perform preventive maintenance if requested by the p r i n t e r. See page 209 for Tray 4 matches the paper loaded in the printer control panel for instructions. ! See page 292 for...
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... 2000-sheet Input Tray has been configured in the printer driver. See page 62 for more information on . ! If the printer still does not recognize Tray 4, contact your dealer or authorized HP service provider. See page 292 for cabling configurations. ! See page 292 for the paper size... you are using (page 98). Make sure that the paper tray guides are adjusted correctly for cabling configurations. Printer does not recognize Tray 4. ! Remove ...
... 2000-sheet Input Tray has been configured in the printer driver. See page 62 for more information on . ! If the printer still does not recognize Tray 4, contact your dealer or authorized HP service provider. See page 292 for cabling configurations. ! See page 292 for the paper size... you are using (page 98). Make sure that the paper tray guides are adjusted correctly for cabling configurations. Printer does not recognize Tray 4. ! Remove ...
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...cable from the inside of the stapler (page 222). If not, turn the printer back on accessing the printer driver. ! Check to see that the 5-bin Mailbox with Stapler, contact your dealer or authorized HP service provider. Remove loose staples and paper dust from the 5-bin Mailbox with Stapler. ! Printer...Correcting Output Quality Problems Make sure that the job to be stapled is plugged into the C-link connector, then turn the printer off and plug the cable into the printer C-link connector. Make sure that are properly installed. ! See page 292 for more information on . If the...
...cable from the inside of the stapler (page 222). If not, turn the printer back on accessing the printer driver. ! Check to see that the 5-bin Mailbox with Stapler, contact your dealer or authorized HP service provider. Remove loose staples and paper dust from the 5-bin Mailbox with Stapler. ! Printer...Correcting Output Quality Problems Make sure that the job to be stapled is plugged into the C-link connector, then turn the printer off and plug the cable into the printer C-link connector. Make sure that are properly installed. ! See page 292 for more information on . If the...
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...feeding problems. ! Do not pull paper out of the bins while printing. ! See page 292 for cabling configurations. ! If not, turn the printer off, plug the cable into the printer C-link connector. Make sure that the power cord is properly connected at both the 5-bin Mailbox with... Stapler (continued) Situation Solution Printer does not recognize stapler. ! The 5-bin Mailbox with Stapler is plugged into the C-link connector, then turn the printer back on . ! Check cables and connectors between the Mailbox and the stapler. Remove and reconnect ...
...feeding problems. ! Do not pull paper out of the bins while printing. ! See page 292 for cabling configurations. ! If not, turn the printer off, plug the cable into the printer C-link connector. Make sure that the power cord is properly connected at both the 5-bin Mailbox with... Stapler (continued) Situation Solution Printer does not recognize stapler. ! The 5-bin Mailbox with Stapler is plugged into the C-link connector, then turn the printer back on . ! Check cables and connectors between the Mailbox and the stapler. Remove and reconnect ...
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.... ! Paper jams and paper feeding problems. ! See page 292 for cabling configurations. ! Check cables and connectors between the printer and the mailbox. If the printer still does not recognize the 8-bin Mailbox, contact your dealer or authorized HP service provider. Move the printer to a level location. Chapter 5 Problem Solving 288 Problems with the Optional 8-bin Mailbox...
.... ! Paper jams and paper feeding problems. ! See page 292 for cabling configurations. ! Check cables and connectors between the printer and the mailbox. If the printer still does not recognize the 8-bin Mailbox, contact your dealer or authorized HP service provider. Move the printer to a level location. Chapter 5 Problem Solving 288 Problems with the Optional 8-bin Mailbox...