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...5. Unplug this product to change without prior written permission is grounded, check with the printer. 2. Trademark Credits Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows NT® are registered trademarks of HP, BroadCom and LinkSys. 4. There are wet. 6. registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporate...products and services. Refer servicing to a power source. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be damaged. 8. If you are no one can step on a stable surface. 7. Install the product in the...
...5. Unplug this product to change without prior written permission is grounded, check with the printer. 2. Trademark Credits Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows NT® are registered trademarks of HP, BroadCom and LinkSys. 4. There are wet. 6. registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporate...products and services. Refer servicing to a power source. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be damaged. 8. If you are no one can step on a stable surface. 7. Install the product in the...
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......5 Front view...5 Control panel...6 Back view...7 2 Installing the accessories Installing the duplex unit...10 Installing tray 2...11 3 Using the printer Selecting print media...14 Tips for selecting and using print media 14 Understanding specifications for supported media 15 Understanding supported sizes 15 Understanding supported media ...
......5 Front view...5 Control panel...6 Back view...7 2 Installing the accessories Installing the duplex unit...10 Installing tray 2...11 3 Using the printer Selecting print media...14 Tips for selecting and using print media 14 Understanding specifications for supported media 15 Understanding supported sizes 15 Understanding supported media ...
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... and resources...38 General troubleshooting tips...39 Resolving printing problems...40 Printer shuts down unexpectedly 40 All printer lights are on...40 Printer is not responding (nothing prints 40 Printer does not accept printhead 41 Printer takes a long time to print 41 Blank page printed...42 ...or graphics 46 Resolving paper-feed problems...47 Tray cannot be inserted ...47 Another paper-feed problem is occurring 47 Resolving printer management problems 49 Embedded Web server cannot be opened 49 Troubleshooting installation issues...50 Problems printing an alignment page 50 Problems ...
... and resources...38 General troubleshooting tips...39 Resolving printing problems...40 Printer shuts down unexpectedly 40 All printer lights are on...40 Printer is not responding (nothing prints 40 Printer does not accept printhead 41 Printer takes a long time to print 41 Blank page printed...42 ...or graphics 46 Resolving paper-feed problems...47 Tray cannot be inserted ...47 Another paper-feed problem is occurring 47 Resolving printer management problems 49 Embedded Web server cannot be opened 49 Troubleshooting installation issues...50 Problems printing an alignment page 50 Problems ...
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... 69 Embedded Web server pages 69 Toolbox (Windows 70 To open the Toolbox 70 Toolbox tabs 70 HP Printer Utility (Mac OS 71 To open the HP Printer Utility 71 HP Printer Utility panels 72 Network Printer Setup Utility (Mac OS 72 HP Web Jetadmin software 72 HP Instant Support 73 Security and privacy 73 To gain access to...
... 69 Embedded Web server pages 69 Toolbox (Windows 70 To open the Toolbox 70 Toolbox tabs 70 HP Printer Utility (Mac OS 71 To open the HP Printer Utility 71 HP Printer Utility panels 72 Network Printer Setup Utility (Mac OS 72 HP Web Jetadmin software 72 HP Instant Support 73 Security and privacy 73 To gain access to...
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...108 Is your product covered under warranty 108 HP Inkjet Supplies Expiration 108 How do Brasil...118 Notice to users in Italy...118 Notice to users in France...118 Notice to users in the European Union 123 HP products and supplies 123 Index...1. 25 vi ...ENWW Appendix B Support and warranty Obtaining electronic support...100 Obtaining HP telephone support...101 Before you return a product 108 Appendix C Printer specifications Appendix D Regulatory information FCC statement...116 Shielded cables...116 Exposure to radio frequency radiation 116 Other...
...108 Is your product covered under warranty 108 HP Inkjet Supplies Expiration 108 How do Brasil...118 Notice to users in Italy...118 Notice to users in France...118 Notice to users in the European Union 123 HP products and supplies 123 Index...1. 25 vi ...ENWW Appendix B Support and warranty Obtaining electronic support...100 Obtaining HP telephone support...101 Before you return a product 108 Appendix C Printer specifications Appendix D Regulatory information FCC statement...116 Shielded cables...116 Exposure to radio frequency radiation 116 Other...
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This guide provides details about how to use the printer and to resolve printer and printing problems. This section contains the following information: ● Finding other resources for buying the printer. 1 Getting started Thank you for the product ● Accessibility ● Understanding the printer parts ENWW 1
This guide provides details about how to use the printer and to resolve printer and printing problems. This section contains the following information: ● Finding other resources for buying the printer. 1 Getting started Thank you for the product ● Accessibility ● Understanding the printer parts ENWW 1
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... and manage the printer from the website. See Toolbox (Windows). HP Printer Utility (Mac OS) The HP Printer Utility contains tools to printer maintenance services. HP Instant Support Helps you choose an installation option that are not included in this guide from the printer driver. Also, ...browser. The Toolbox is provided with the printer software, if you quickly identify, diagnose, and resolve printing problems. See HP Instant Support. See Embedded Web server. See HP Printer Utility (Mac OS). Getting started ENWW Printer-driver onscreen Help (Windows) Provides an ...
... and manage the printer from the website. See Toolbox (Windows). HP Printer Utility (Mac OS) The HP Printer Utility contains tools to printer maintenance services. HP Instant Support Helps you choose an installation option that are not included in this guide from the printer driver. Also, ...browser. The Toolbox is provided with the printer software, if you quickly identify, diagnose, and resolve printing problems. See HP Instant Support. See Embedded Web server. See HP Printer Utility (Mac OS). Getting started ENWW Printer-driver onscreen Help (Windows) Provides an ...
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... page is available. ENWW Finding other resources for the product 3 See Obtaining HP telephone support. During the warranty period, this support is connected to contact HP. Shows printer information (such as the ink level information, and the printhead health status. ...Resource Logs and reports Configuration page Print quality diagnostic page HP websites HP telephone support Description Location Provides information about...
... page is available. ENWW Finding other resources for the product 3 See Obtaining HP telephone support. During the warranty period, this support is connected to contact HP. Shows printer information (such as the ink level information, and the printhead health status. ...Resource Logs and reports Configuration page Print quality diagnostic page HP websites HP telephone support Description Location Provides information about...
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... colored buttons and tabs used in the software and on the HP printer have simple text or icon labels that make it accessible for Macintosh operating systems, visit the Apple web site at www.hp.com/accessibility. Support For more details about the accessibility of your... as StickyKeys, ToggleKeys, FilterKeys, and MouseKeys. Mobility For users with limited strength and reach. Accessibility Your HP printer provides a number of features that convey the appropriate action. The printer doors, buttons, paper trays, and paper guides can be operated by users with mobility impairments, the...
... colored buttons and tabs used in the software and on the HP printer have simple text or icon labels that make it accessible for Macintosh operating systems, visit the Apple web site at www.hp.com/accessibility. Support For more details about the accessibility of your... as StickyKeys, ToggleKeys, FilterKeys, and MouseKeys. Mobility For users with limited strength and reach. Accessibility Your HP printer provides a number of features that convey the appropriate action. The printer doors, buttons, paper trays, and paper guides can be operated by users with mobility impairments, the...
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Understanding the printer parts Front view 1 Control panel 2 Output tray 3 Paper guides 4 Tray 1 5 Tray 2 (HP Officejet Pro K550dtn/K550dtwn) 6 Ink cartridge cover 7 Ink cartridges 8 Printheads 9 Printhead latch 10 Top cover ENWW Understanding the printer parts 5
Understanding the printer parts Front view 1 Control panel 2 Output tray 3 Paper guides 4 Tray 1 5 Tray 2 (HP Officejet Pro K550dtn/K550dtwn) 6 Ink cartridge cover 7 Ink cartridges 8 Printheads 9 Printhead latch 10 Top cover ENWW Understanding the printer parts 5
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Control panel For more information about interpreting control-panel lights, see Printer lights reference. 1 Power button and light 2 Configuration Page button HP Officejet Pro K550dtn HP Officejet Pro K550dtwn 3 Cancel button 4 Resume button and light 5 Printhead lights 6 Ink cartridge lights 6 Chapter 1 Getting started ENWW
Control panel For more information about interpreting control-panel lights, see Printer lights reference. 1 Power button and light 2 Configuration Page button HP Officejet Pro K550dtn HP Officejet Pro K550dtwn 3 Cancel button 4 Resume button and light 5 Printhead lights 6 Ink cartridge lights 6 Chapter 1 Getting started ENWW
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Back view 1 USB host connector (connects to USB devices such as flash drives) (HP Officejet Pro K550dtwn) 2 Network connector (HP Officejet Pro K550dtn/K550dtwn) 3 USB connector 4 Power input 5 Rear access panel (HP Officejet Pro K550) 6 Optional automatic two-sided printing accessory (duplex unit) (HP Officejet Pro K550dtn/K550dtwn) ENWW Understanding the printer parts 7
Back view 1 USB host connector (connects to USB devices such as flash drives) (HP Officejet Pro K550dtwn) 2 Network connector (HP Officejet Pro K550dtn/K550dtwn) 3 USB connector 4 Power input 5 Rear access panel (HP Officejet Pro K550) 6 Optional automatic two-sided printing accessory (duplex unit) (HP Officejet Pro K550dtn/K550dtwn) ENWW Understanding the printer parts 7
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The duplex unit comes with the HP Officejet Pro K550dtn and HP Officejet Pro K550dtwn printers. To install a duplex unit 1. Do not press the buttons on either side of paper automatically when the optional automatic two-sided printing accessory (duplex unit) is installed on the printer. use them only for ordering information. See also Accessories...
The duplex unit comes with the HP Officejet Pro K550dtn and HP Officejet Pro K550dtwn printers. To install a duplex unit 1. Do not press the buttons on either side of paper automatically when the optional automatic two-sided printing accessory (duplex unit) is installed on the printer. use them only for ordering information. See also Accessories...
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..., and located in a well-ventilated area. Connect the power cord and turn on top of the tray. ENWW Installing tray 2 11 It comes with the HP Officejet Pro K550dtn and HP Officejet Pro K550dtwn printers, and is an optional accessory for ventilation. 2. See Accessories for ordering information. Turn off the...
..., and located in a well-ventilated area. Connect the power cord and turn on top of the tray. ENWW Installing tray 2 11 It comes with the HP Officejet Pro K550dtn and HP Officejet Pro K550dtwn printers, and is an optional accessory for ventilation. 2. See Accessories for ordering information. Turn off the...
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3 Using the printer This section provides information on media usage for the printer, changing print settings, and performing basic printing tasks. ● Selecting print media ● Loading media ● Configuring trays ● Changing print settings ● Canceling a print job ● Printing on both sides (duplexing) ● Printing on special and custom-sized media ENWW 13
3 Using the printer This section provides information on media usage for the printer, changing print settings, and performing basic printing tasks. ● Selecting print media ● Loading media ● Configuring trays ● Changing print settings ● Canceling a print job ● Printing on both sides (duplexing) ● Printing on special and custom-sized media ENWW 13
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.... ● Do not overload the trays. Allowing wet media to stack up . Visit HP website at a time into the printer with the flaps facing up may cause smearing. 14 Chapter 3 Using the printer ENWW See Understanding specifications for supported media. ● Load only one type of the tray...ink well ● Media that is too lightweight or stretches easily Cards and envelopes ● Avoid envelopes that conforms to the printer specifications. Use HP media for optimum print quality. See Loading media. ● Tray 2 is designed to print photographs. Selecting print media The...
.... ● Do not overload the trays. Allowing wet media to stack up . Visit HP website at a time into the printer with the flaps facing up may cause smearing. 14 Chapter 3 Using the printer ENWW See Understanding specifications for supported media. ● Load only one type of the tray...ink well ● Media that is too lightweight or stretches easily Cards and envelopes ● Avoid envelopes that conforms to the printer specifications. Use HP media for optimum print quality. See Loading media. ● Tray 2 is designed to print photographs. Selecting print media The...
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...by 6 inches) ENWW Selecting print media 15 Transparencies ● Insert transparencies with the HP Officejet Pro K550dtn and HP Officejet Pro K550dtwn printers. Custom-sized media ● Use only custom-sized media supported by the printer. ● If your application supports custom-sized media, set the size in the ... specifications for supported media NOTE Tray 2 comes with the rough side down and the adhesive strip pointing towards the back of the printer. ● Use the Best mode to the output tray. This mode provides longer drying time and ensures that the ink dries ...
...by 6 inches) ENWW Selecting print media 15 Transparencies ● Insert transparencies with the HP Officejet Pro K550dtn and HP Officejet Pro K550dtwn printers. Custom-sized media ● Use only custom-sized media supported by the printer. ● If your application supports custom-sized media, set the size in the ... specifications for supported media NOTE Tray 2 comes with the rough side down and the adhesive strip pointing towards the back of the printer. ● Use the Best mode to the output tray. This mode provides longer drying time and ensures that the ink dries ...
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... and 127 to 356 mm long)* Tray 2 Duplex unit * These media sizes support manual duplex. See Printing on both sides (duplexing). 16 Chapter 3 Using the printer ENWW
... and 127 to 356 mm long)* Tray 2 Duplex unit * These media sizes support manual duplex. See Printing on both sides (duplexing). 16 Chapter 3 Using the printer ENWW
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... When you are using the duplex unit, the minimum top and bottom margins must match or exceed 12 mm (0.47 inch). 18 Chapter 3 Using the printer ENWW Statement, 8.5 x 13 inch, B5, A5, cards, custom-sized media, photo media Envelopes (1) Left margin (2) Right margin (3) Top margin (4) Bottom margin* 3.3 mm (0.13 inch) 3.3 mm...) 16.5 mm (0.65 inch) 3.3 mm (0.13 inch) 3.3 mm (0.13 inch) * To achieve this margin setting on a computer running Windows, click the Effects tab in the printer driver, and select Minimize Margins.
... When you are using the duplex unit, the minimum top and bottom margins must match or exceed 12 mm (0.47 inch). 18 Chapter 3 Using the printer ENWW Statement, 8.5 x 13 inch, B5, A5, cards, custom-sized media, photo media Envelopes (1) Left margin (2) Right margin (3) Top margin (4) Bottom margin* 3.3 mm (0.13 inch) 3.3 mm...) 16.5 mm (0.65 inch) 3.3 mm (0.13 inch) 3.3 mm (0.13 inch) * To achieve this margin setting on a computer running Windows, click the Effects tab in the printer driver, and select Minimize Margins.
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... mm), lift the front cover of the tray (see shaded tray part) and lower the front of the tray. 2. Pull the tray out of the printer by grasping under the front of the tray. 3. ENWW Loading media 19 NOTE Tray 2 can be loaded only with the right and back edges of... the tray, and does not exceed the line marking in the tray to adjust them for loading media into the printer. To load tray 1 or tray 2 1. Insert the paper print-side down along the right of paper aligns with plain paper. 4. Make sure the stack of...
... mm), lift the front cover of the tray (see shaded tray part) and lower the front of the tray. 2. Pull the tray out of the printer by grasping under the front of the tray. 3. ENWW Loading media 19 NOTE Tray 2 can be loaded only with the right and back edges of... the tray, and does not exceed the line marking in the tray to adjust them for loading media into the printer. To load tray 1 or tray 2 1. Insert the paper print-side down along the right of paper aligns with plain paper. 4. Make sure the stack of...