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... with the printer's name, and then click Help. •• Windows® 7, Windows Vista®, and Windows® XP: Click Start > All Programs > HP > HP Deskjet 2540 series > Help. •• OS X Mountain Lion, Lion: Click Help > Help Center. CD does not start? In the Help Viewer window, click Help for all..., and then double-click setup.exe. Double-click ReadMe.html and select the ReadMe in your apps, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. •• OS X v10.6: Click Help > Mac Help. Windows®: Browse to open the ReadMe folder located at the top level of the ...
... with the printer's name, and then click Help. •• Windows® 7, Windows Vista®, and Windows® XP: Click Start > All Programs > HP > HP Deskjet 2540 series > Help. •• OS X Mountain Lion, Lion: Click Help > Help Center. CD does not start? In the Help Viewer window, click Help for all..., and then double-click setup.exe. Double-click ReadMe.html and select the ReadMe in your apps, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. •• OS X v10.6: Click Help > Mac Help. Windows®: Browse to open the ReadMe folder located at the top level of the ...
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...HP Deskjet 2540 series. 3. Select Printer Setup & Software. 4. Press the Wireless Direct button ( ) to : www.hp.com/go /wirelessprinting for more information about HP wireless direct. 5 A Use the Printer Wirelessly without a Router information page. Note: If the information page does not print, press and hold the Wireless Direct button for example: HP-Print-XX-Deskjet 2540 series...printer software must have already successfully installed your wireless computer or mobile device, turn HP wireless direct on the Use the Printer Wirelessly without a Router information page will ...
...HP Deskjet 2540 series. 3. Select Printer Setup & Software. 4. Press the Wireless Direct button ( ) to : www.hp.com/go /wirelessprinting for more information about HP wireless direct. 5 A Use the Printer Wirelessly without a Router information page. Note: If the information page does not print, press and hold the Wireless Direct button for example: HP-Print-XX-Deskjet 2540 series...printer software must have already successfully installed your wireless computer or mobile device, turn HP wireless direct on the Use the Printer Wirelessly without a Router information page will ...
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Table of contents 1 HP Deskjet 2540 series Help ...1 2 Get to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ...3 Printer parts ...4 Control panel features ...5 Wireless settings ...6 Status lights ...7 Auto-Off ...10 3 Print ...11 Print documents ...12 Print photos ...14 Print envelopes ...15 Print with HP wireless direct ...16 Print using the maximum dpi ...18 Tips for print success ...19 4 Paper basics ...21 Recommended...
Table of contents 1 HP Deskjet 2540 series Help ...1 2 Get to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ...3 Printer parts ...4 Control panel features ...5 Wireless settings ...6 Status lights ...7 Auto-Off ...10 3 Print ...11 Print documents ...12 Print photos ...14 Print envelopes ...15 Print with HP wireless direct ...16 Print using the maximum dpi ...18 Tips for print success ...19 4 Paper basics ...21 Recommended...
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1 HP Deskjet 2540 series Help Learn how to use your HP Deskjet 2540 series ● Printer parts on page 4 ● Control panel features on page 5 ● Load media on page 24 ● Copy documents on page 30 ● Scan to a computer on page 32 ● Print on page 11 ● Replace ink cartridges on page 41 ● Clear paper jam on page 62 ● Check estimated ink levels on page 38 ENWW 1
1 HP Deskjet 2540 series Help Learn how to use your HP Deskjet 2540 series ● Printer parts on page 4 ● Control panel features on page 5 ● Load media on page 24 ● Copy documents on page 30 ● Scan to a computer on page 32 ● Print on page 11 ● Replace ink cartridges on page 41 ● Clear paper jam on page 62 ● Check estimated ink levels on page 38 ENWW 1
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2 Get to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ● Printer parts ● Control panel features ● Wireless settings ● Status lights ● Auto-Off ENWW 3
2 Get to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ● Printer parts ● Control panel features ● Wireless settings ● Status lights ● Auto-Off ENWW 3
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Printer parts 1 Input tray 2 Input tray guard 3 Cartridges 4 Lid 5 Lid-backing 6 Paper-width guide for the input tray 7 Control panel 8 Cartridge access door 9 Output tray 10 Output tray extender (also referred to as the tray extender) 11 Scanner glass 12 Rear USB port 13 Power connection. 4 Chapter 2 Get to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW
Printer parts 1 Input tray 2 Input tray guard 3 Cartridges 4 Lid 5 Lid-backing 6 Paper-width guide for the input tray 7 Control panel 8 Cartridge access door 9 Output tray 10 Output tray extender (also referred to as the tray extender) 11 Scanner glass 12 Rear USB port 13 Power connection. 4 Chapter 2 Get to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW
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.... Press the Wireless button and the Start Copy Black button from the printer control panel at the same time. Restore network settings to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW requires WPS router) on page 48 6 Chapter 2 Get to default settings. Print wireless network test report. Press the Wireless button and the Cancel button...
.... Press the Wireless button and the Start Copy Black button from the printer control panel at the same time. Restore network settings to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW requires WPS router) on page 48 6 Chapter 2 Get to default settings. Print wireless network test report. Press the Wireless button and the Cancel button...
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...your computer screen, refer to print using the remaining ink cartridge. Both cartridge lights are blinking. Both cartridges are using the correct HP ink cartridge for more information, see Replace ink cartridges on page 41. ● There is no message on ink and will need... ● One corresponding cartridge is poor, consider replacing the ink cartridges. Load paper, then press any button, except Cancel, to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW Also, the quality of printed documents might be replaced soon. ● Continue to the message for your printer. ● If the ...
...your computer screen, refer to print using the remaining ink cartridge. Both cartridge lights are blinking. Both cartridges are using the correct HP ink cartridge for more information, see Replace ink cartridges on page 41. ● There is no message on ink and will need... ● One corresponding cartridge is poor, consider replacing the ink cartridges. Load paper, then press any button, except Cancel, to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW Also, the quality of printed documents might be replaced soon. ● Continue to the message for your printer. ● If the ...
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... change the Auto-Off setting from the printer software. In the printer software, select Print & scan, and then select Maintain Your Printer to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW In the printer toolbox, click Advanced Settings, and then follow the on . Auto-Off Auto-Off is automatically enabled by default when you turn... printer. For printer models with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. 2.
... change the Auto-Off setting from the printer software. In the printer software, select Print & scan, and then select Maintain Your Printer to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW In the printer toolbox, click Advanced Settings, and then follow the on . Auto-Off Auto-Off is automatically enabled by default when you turn... printer. For printer models with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. 2.
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Make sure the output tray is selected. 3. Slide the paper-width guide firmly against the edge of the HP Deskjet 2540 series. Make sure your software application, this button might be printed on should face up. 4. Click the button that have clasps or windows. Do not use ...
Make sure the output tray is selected. 3. Slide the paper-width guide firmly against the edge of the HP Deskjet 2540 series. Make sure your software application, this button might be printed on should face up. 4. Click the button that have clasps or windows. Do not use ...
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...document. Depending on your printer). When the Connection Options software screen appears, select Wireless. Select HP DESKJET 2540 series from the list of wireless networks shown such as HP-Print-**-Deskjet 2540 series (where ** are not able to use to connect to identify your operating system, do one.... ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP DESKJET 2540 series, and then click Printer Setup & Software. b. Print from the list of detected printers. NOTE: If your computer does ...
...document. Depending on your printer). When the Connection Options software screen appears, select Wireless. Select HP DESKJET 2540 series from the list of wireless networks shown such as HP-Print-**-Deskjet 2540 series (where ** are not able to use to connect to identify your operating system, do one.... ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP DESKJET 2540 series, and then click Printer Setup & Software. b. Print from the list of detected printers. NOTE: If your computer does ...
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...Advanced Options dialog box. For more information, see Load media on page 38. Tips for print success To print successfully, the HP ink cartridges should be functioning properly with sufficient ink, the paper should be loaded correctly, and the print should be printed ...Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. ● If you want to copying or scanning. Ink tips ● ● ● ● Use original HP ink cartridges. Paper loading tips ● Load a stack of paper (not ...
...Advanced Options dialog box. For more information, see Load media on page 38. Tips for print success To print successfully, the HP ink cartridges should be functioning properly with sufficient ink, the paper should be loaded correctly, and the print should be printed ...Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. ● If you want to copying or scanning. Ink tips ● ● ● ● Use original HP ink cartridges. Paper loading tips ● Load a stack of paper (not ...
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Lift the lid of the following to a computer, the HP Deskjet 2540 series and computer must be connected and turned on. Close the lid. 2. Start scan. Start the scan job using the printer software. a. Depending on the right front corner of the scanner glass. a. Load original. b. Scan to a computer NOTE: To scan to open the printer software: 32 Chapter 5 Copy and scan ENWW Load original print side down on your operating system, do one of the printer. c. Single page scan 1.
Lift the lid of the following to a computer, the HP Deskjet 2540 series and computer must be connected and turned on. Close the lid. 2. Start scan. Start the scan job using the printer software. a. Depending on the right front corner of the scanner glass. a. Load original. b. Scan to a computer NOTE: To scan to open the printer software: 32 Chapter 5 Copy and scan ENWW Load original print side down on your operating system, do one of the printer. c. Single page scan 1.
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ENWW Scan to a computer 33 You will see scan options that you can select on the app bar, and then click the icon with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. b. ● Windows 8: On the Start screen, right-click an empty area on the screen, click All Apps on -screen. In the printer software, select the Print & Scan tab, and then select Scan a Document or Photo under Scan.
ENWW Scan to a computer 33 You will see scan options that you can select on the app bar, and then click the icon with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. b. ● Windows 8: On the Start screen, right-click an empty area on the screen, click All Apps on -screen. In the printer software, select the Print & Scan tab, and then select Scan a Document or Photo under Scan.
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.../ inkusage. 38 Chapter 6 Work with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. 2. You do one of different ways, including in the initialization process, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly.
.../ inkusage. 38 Chapter 6 Work with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. 2. You do one of different ways, including in the initialization process, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly.
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...name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. 2. Locate the cartridge number in all countries/regions. In the printer software, click Shop, and then click Shop For Supplies... correct cartridge number. The correct cartridge number appears when you may still view supplies information and print a list for the HP Deskjet 2540 series, go to select your country/region, you use this link. ENWW Order ink supplies 39 If it is not available ...
...name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 2540 series. 2. Locate the cartridge number in all countries/regions. In the printer software, click Shop, and then click Shop For Supplies... correct cartridge number. The correct cartridge number appears when you may still view supplies information and print a list for the HP Deskjet 2540 series, go to select your country/region, you use this link. ENWW Order ink supplies 39 If it is not available ...
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... that the ink cartridge is installed. Use single-cartridge mode Use the single-cartridge mode to exit singlecartridge mode. NOTE: When the HP Deskjet 2540 series operates in the HP Deskjet 2540 series to operate the HP Deskjet 2540 series with only one ink cartridge. When the plastic tape covers the ink cartridge contacts, the printer cannot detect that the protective piece...
... that the ink cartridge is installed. Use single-cartridge mode Use the single-cartridge mode to exit singlecartridge mode. NOTE: When the HP Deskjet 2540 series operates in the HP Deskjet 2540 series to operate the HP Deskjet 2540 series with only one ink cartridge. When the plastic tape covers the ink cartridge contacts, the printer cannot detect that the protective piece...
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... wireless access point. Wait for the wireless router or wireless access point, and then enter the WPS PIN. NOTE: The HP Deskjet 2540 series only supports connections using the configuration utility, see the documentation provided with a WPS push button, follow the Wireless Settings Menu ....11b/g/n network that came with either wireless networking support, or a network interface card (NIC). The computer must be connected to install the HP Deskjet 2540 series on your router has a push button, follow the Push Button method. NOTE: The product begins a timer for more than 3 seconds to...
... wireless access point. Wait for the wireless router or wireless access point, and then enter the WPS PIN. NOTE: The HP Deskjet 2540 series only supports connections using the configuration utility, see the documentation provided with a WPS push button, follow the Wireless Settings Menu ....11b/g/n network that came with either wireless networking support, or a network interface card (NIC). The computer must be connected to install the HP Deskjet 2540 series on your router has a push button, follow the Push Button method. NOTE: The product begins a timer for more than 3 seconds to...
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...will be connected to the wireless network that includes a wireless router or access point. Traditional wireless connection (requires router) To connect the HP Deskjet 2540 series to an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network, you will need USB cable when installing the printer on the app bar. ●... Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable to the printer until you have not connected the ...
...will be connected to the wireless network that includes a wireless router or access point. Traditional wireless connection (requires router) To connect the HP Deskjet 2540 series to an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network, you will need USB cable when installing the printer on the app bar. ●... Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable to the printer until you have not connected the ...