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... is also referred to other countries. Cautions and warnings A Caution indicates possible damage to the HP Deskjet printer or to as constituting an additional warranty. Support For more details about the accessibility of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in... Acknowledgements Microsoft, Windows, and Windows XP are trademarks of features that convey the appropriate action. Touching these parts results in the software and on the HP printer have simple text or icon labels that make it accessible for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Accessibility The...
... is also referred to other countries. Cautions and warnings A Caution indicates possible damage to the HP Deskjet printer or to as constituting an additional warranty. Support For more details about the accessibility of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in... Acknowledgements Microsoft, Windows, and Windows XP are trademarks of features that convey the appropriate action. Touching these parts results in the software and on the HP printer have simple text or icon labels that make it accessible for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Accessibility The...
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Contents 1 Manage the printer on a network 3 HP Report page...3 Embedded Web server (EWS 6 Change wireless security settings 7 Configure the printer for a software firewall 8 Reset the printer to factory default settings 10 2 Troubleshoot a wireless connection 13 During software installation 13 After software installation 17 SecureEasySetup setup errors 18 3 Troubleshoot an Ethernet connection 21 During installation 21 After software installation 23 Network Guide 1
Contents 1 Manage the printer on a network 3 HP Report page...3 Embedded Web server (EWS 6 Change wireless security settings 7 Configure the printer for a software firewall 8 Reset the printer to factory default settings 10 2 Troubleshoot a wireless connection 13 During software installation 13 After software installation 17 SecureEasySetup setup errors 18 3 Troubleshoot an Ethernet connection 21 During installation 21 After software installation 23 Network Guide 1
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...number of the printer's domain name server. Subnet Mask The printer's subnet mask. This setting does not apply to the printer's wireless connection: 4 HP Deskjet 6980 series Link Config The network link configuration: ● 802.11 ● 10T-Full ● 10T-Half ● 100TX-Full ● 100TX-... its IP address: ● Automatic: AutoIP or DHCP ● Manual: Static IP address DNS Server The IP address of the printer's internal software. Not Specified means that no IP address has been set. IP Address The printer's current IP address on the network. Chapter 1 (continued)...
...number of the printer's domain name server. Subnet Mask The printer's subnet mask. This setting does not apply to the printer's wireless connection: 4 HP Deskjet 6980 series Link Config The network link configuration: ● 802.11 ● 10T-Full ● 10T-Half ● 100TX-Full ● 100TX-... its IP address: ● Automatic: AutoIP or DHCP ● Manual: Static IP address DNS Server The IP address of the printer's internal software. Not Specified means that no IP address has been set. IP Address The printer's current IP address on the network. Chapter 1 (continued)...
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... the instructions contained in this section. If the computer cannot discover the printer, the printer software cannot be installed on the computer. 8 HP Deskjet 6980 series WPA: Find the passphrase and authentication protocol See the configuration utility for a software firewall A software firewall protects a computer from finding the printer on page 6. 3. Configure the printer for the network...
... the instructions contained in this section. If the computer cannot discover the printer, the printer software cannot be installed on the computer. 8 HP Deskjet 6980 series WPA: Find the passphrase and authentication protocol See the configuration utility for a software firewall A software firewall protects a computer from finding the printer on page 6. 3. Configure the printer for the network...
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... range from the Internet while you must find this information, see the documentation that the network assigns to devices on the network. Whenever the software firewall is disabled, HP strongly recommends that provides firewall protection between the computer and the Internet ● An up-to the Internet. Assign the printer a static IP...
... range from the Internet while you must find this information, see the documentation that the network assigns to devices on the network. Whenever the software firewall is disabled, HP strongly recommends that provides firewall protection between the computer and the Internet ● An up-to the Internet. Assign the printer a static IP...
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... the network. After entering all the settings from the printer memory for each item. 8. Note After installing the printer software, re-enable the software firewall on the HP Report page. 4. Note Remember, the static IP address must be done as an available Ethernet port on the...of the printer is turned on the network, such as a last resort when troubleshooting the printer. 10 HP Deskjet 6980 series After assigning the printer a static IP address, follow the printer software installation instructions in the address box to enter, then enter 0.0.0.0 for the network. If you assigned ...
... the network. After entering all the settings from the printer memory for each item. 8. Note After installing the printer software, re-enable the software firewall on the HP Report page. 4. Note Remember, the static IP address must be done as an available Ethernet port on the...of the printer is turned on the network, such as a last resort when troubleshooting the printer. 10 HP Deskjet 6980 series After assigning the printer a static IP address, follow the printer software installation instructions in the address box to enter, then enter 0.0.0.0 for the network. If you assigned ...
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... Wireless radio EWS administrator password Default setting Ad hoc hpsetup None Automatic Off [blank] Follow these steps to reset the printer to reinstall the printer software. Resetting the printer to the factory default settings can require you might also have to reconfigure the printer security settings. Press and hold down the...
... Wireless radio EWS administrator password Default setting Ad hoc hpsetup None Automatic Off [blank] Follow these steps to reset the printer to reinstall the printer software. Resetting the printer to the factory default settings can require you might also have to reconfigure the printer security settings. Press and hold down the...
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... successfully configuring the printer to the printer, and then after the Ethernet cable has been removed. Network Guide 13 2 Troubleshoot a wireless connection During software installation During the software installation process, the setup wizard searches for the printer twice, once when the Ethernet cable is connected to operate on a wireless network. The computer...
... successfully configuring the printer to the printer, and then after the Ethernet cable has been removed. Network Guide 13 2 Troubleshoot a wireless connection During software installation During the software installation process, the setup wizard searches for the printer twice, once when the Ethernet cable is connected to operate on a wireless network. The computer...
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.... If the computer is connected to disable the firewall during the printer software installation process. Note The software firewall included with Windows XP does not interfere with the connection to print an HP Report page. For instructions about connecting the printer to a network on ...software cannot be problematic. Chapter 2 Verify that came with the firewall for help in the IP addresses are not identical, then the printer and the computer are not on the computer, re-enable the firewall. Type ipconfig at the command prompt, and then press Enter. 14 HP Deskjet 6980...
.... If the computer is connected to disable the firewall during the printer software installation process. Note The software firewall included with Windows XP does not interfere with the connection to print an HP Report page. For instructions about connecting the printer to a network on ...software cannot be problematic. Chapter 2 Verify that came with the firewall for help in the IP addresses are not identical, then the printer and the computer are not on the computer, re-enable the firewall. Type ipconfig at the command prompt, and then press Enter. 14 HP Deskjet 6980...
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... wireless security settings have changed the network authentication protocols on the wireless network after the printer is connected to the network and the printer software is not supported by the printer If you changed , follow the steps to the computer. - For further troubleshooting information, see Embedded ... Wireless (802.11). 5. Network settings are wrong or have changed If any of the settings displayed on the HP Report page do one of these steps: 1. After software installation Printer does not print If the printer does not print, verify the following: ● The printer is ...
... wireless security settings have changed the network authentication protocols on the wireless network after the printer is connected to the network and the printer software is not supported by the printer If you changed , follow the steps to the computer. - For further troubleshooting information, see Embedded ... Wireless (802.11). 5. Network settings are wrong or have changed If any of the settings displayed on the HP Report page do one of these steps: 1. After software installation Printer does not print If the printer does not print, verify the following: ● The printer is ...
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... to communicate. To find the IP address on a Mac OS X computer: 1. If the computer is only running the Windows XP software firewall, you might not be made 18 HP Deskjet 6980 series If the first set of a larger network. To find the IP address on a Windows computer: 1. Chapter 2 Note The... software firewall included with Windows XP does not interfere with 10, then the printer and the computer are not on the same ...
... to communicate. To find the IP address on a Mac OS X computer: 1. If the computer is only running the Windows XP software firewall, you might not be made 18 HP Deskjet 6980 series If the first set of a larger network. To find the IP address on a Windows computer: 1. Chapter 2 Note The... software firewall included with Windows XP does not interfere with 10, then the printer and the computer are not on the same ...
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...: ● Disable any of the following solutions to connect the printer to the network. Verify that the cable connections are unable to install the printer software on the front of the printer. Check the Network light Check the Network light on the front of the printer to the computer and the... and the network hub, switch, or router is powered on. ● The printer is loaded in this section: ● All cable connections to print an HP Report page. If the cable connections are closed or disabled. Then try one of the topics in the In tray, and the print cartridges are...
...: ● Disable any of the following solutions to connect the printer to the network. Verify that the cable connections are unable to install the printer software on the front of the printer. Check the Network light Check the Network light on the front of the printer to the computer and the... and the network hub, switch, or router is powered on. ● The printer is loaded in this section: ● All cable connections to print an HP Report page. If the cable connections are closed or disabled. Then try one of the topics in the In tray, and the print cartridges are...
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...the printer IP address listed on the same subnet. Select Airport in disabling the firewall. If the computer cannot discover the printer, the printer software cannot be problematic. If the first set of a larger network. To find the IP address on a Windows computer: 1. Click Start,... and then press Enter. If the computer and the printer are not on different subnets. 22 HP Deskjet 6980 series If the computer has a software firewall other than the printer, the software installation can prevent the computer from finding the printer on the computer, and then assign the printer...
...the printer IP address listed on the same subnet. Select Airport in disabling the firewall. If the computer cannot discover the printer, the printer software cannot be problematic. If the first set of a larger network. To find the IP address on a Windows computer: 1. Click Start,... and then press Enter. If the computer and the printer are not on different subnets. 22 HP Deskjet 6980 series If the computer has a software firewall other than the printer, the software installation can prevent the computer from finding the printer on the computer, and then assign the printer...
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...which you are attempting to print. ● The network is operational and the network hub, switch, or router is not connected to print an HP Report page. If the cable connections are secure, press the Report Page button on the computer. For further troubleshooting information, see the printer online... to the network. 2 The computer and the printer are on the front of the printer. Check the Network light on the same subnet. After software installation Printer does not print If the printer does not print, verify the following: ● The printer is loaded with paper. ● The ...
...which you are attempting to print. ● The network is operational and the network hub, switch, or router is not connected to print an HP Report page. If the cable connections are secure, press the Report Page button on the computer. For further troubleshooting information, see the printer online... to the network. 2 The computer and the printer are on the front of the printer. Check the Network light on the same subnet. After software installation Printer does not print If the printer does not print, verify the following: ● The printer is loaded with paper. ● The ...
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...The printer and the computer are on different subnets A subnet is a small network that is only running the Windows XP software firewall, you do not need to the same subnet as the computer, and then run the setup wizard again. 1... The computer and the printer are not on the same subnet, move the printer to disable the firewall during software installation or assign the printer a static IP address. If the computer is part of a larger network. Click Start, click ... the printer for the computer. If the computer is installed on different subnets. 24 HP Deskjet 6980 series
...The printer and the computer are on different subnets A subnet is a small network that is only running the Windows XP software firewall, you do not need to the same subnet as the computer, and then run the setup wizard again. 1... The computer and the printer are not on the same subnet, move the printer to disable the firewall during software installation or assign the printer a static IP address. If the computer is part of a larger network. Click Start, click ... the printer for the computer. If the computer is installed on different subnets. 24 HP Deskjet 6980 series
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... print cartridge Ethernet cable USB cable* Reference guide Network guide Printer software CD (Win/Mac) (Includes the onscreen user guide) * Purchased separately, if needed for network setup is specified later in this guide. ᕢ Remove rear door and attach accessories 1 2 HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 1 If you have connection problems during setup, see...
... print cartridge Ethernet cable USB cable* Reference guide Network guide Printer software CD (Win/Mac) (Includes the onscreen user guide) * Purchased separately, if needed for network setup is specified later in this guide. ᕢ Remove rear door and attach accessories 1 2 HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 1 If you have connection problems during setup, see...
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... XP, follow the "Configuring the printer for a software firewall" instructions in the network guide before connecting the printer to the network. Requires a wireless hub or access point.* For a wireless access point connection, go to Section B on page 11 for instructions. 4HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide English ᕩ Choose ONE...
... XP, follow the "Configuring the printer for a software firewall" instructions in the network guide before connecting the printer to the network. Requires a wireless hub or access point.* For a wireless access point connection, go to Section B on page 11 for instructions. 4HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide English ᕩ Choose ONE...
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HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 5 OR A3 Using an Ethernet cable If your wireless access point. A2 OR Connect Now Requires: Windows XP Service Pack 2 and a USB ... security For SecureEasySetup instructions, go to Section A2. For manual connection instructions, go to Section A1. Requires: Ethernet cable (used temporarily when installing the printer software and configuring its wireless settings during the first installation on the network) For reference during setup, write down the following wireless settings: • Network name...
HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 5 OR A3 Using an Ethernet cable If your wireless access point. A2 OR Connect Now Requires: Windows XP Service Pack 2 and a USB ... security For SecureEasySetup instructions, go to Section A2. For manual connection instructions, go to Section A1. Requires: Ethernet cable (used temporarily when installing the printer software and configuring its wireless settings during the first installation on the network) For reference during setup, write down the following wireless settings: • Network name...
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...successful when both the Wireless Status light and the Network light on the printer front panel transition from blinking to complete the software installation. If you have additional computers on your network that will use the printer, follow the onscreen instructions. 5. Push the...SSID)" is activated. 3. English A1 Wireless: SecureEasySetup Follow these steps to install the printer software on each computer. 6HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide Insert the printer software CD in the computer CD-ROM, and then follow the instructions on page 12 to set ...
...successful when both the Wireless Status light and the Network light on the printer front panel transition from blinking to complete the software installation. If you have additional computers on your network that will use the printer, follow the onscreen instructions. 5. Push the...SSID)" is activated. 3. English A1 Wireless: SecureEasySetup Follow these steps to install the printer software on each computer. 6HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide Insert the printer software CD in the computer CD-ROM, and then follow the instructions on page 12 to set ...
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...drive, and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the software installation. Follow the onscreen instructions. 2. Note: If the router on each computer. Plug the USB drive into the front USB port of the printer. 5. HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 7 From Windows Control Panel, click Wireless ..., you have additional computers on your wireless network: A2 1. Follow the onscreen instructions until you are prompted to install the printer software on your network does not support the use the printer, follow the instructions on , plug the USB drive into the computer, ...
...drive, and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the software installation. Follow the onscreen instructions. 2. Note: If the router on each computer. Plug the USB drive into the front USB port of the printer. 5. HP Deskjet 6980 Series Setup Guide 7 From Windows Control Panel, click Wireless ..., you have additional computers on your wireless network: A2 1. Follow the onscreen instructions until you are prompted to install the printer software on your network does not support the use the printer, follow the instructions on , plug the USB drive into the computer, ...