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*A9U22-90004* *A9U22-90004* A9U22-90004 Deskjet 2540 All-in-One Series 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 5
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... , and then select the ReadMe in your computer, and then follow the on your printer. In the Help Viewer window, choose HP Deskjet 2540 series from the recommended software during software installation. Ink usage: www.hp.com/go /support. CD does not start? In the Help Viewer window, click Help for all languages. *K9B54-90005* *K9B54...
... , and then select the ReadMe in your computer, and then follow the on your printer. In the Help Viewer window, choose HP Deskjet 2540 series from the recommended software during software installation. Ink usage: www.hp.com/go /support. CD does not start? In the Help Viewer window, click Help for all languages. *K9B54-90005* *K9B54...
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Select HP Deskjet 2540 series. 3. Follow the on the information page. 3. Press the Wireless... to your printer control panel: a. Select Printer Setup & Software. 4. To use the printer wirelessly without a router: Use HP wireless direct to a wireless connection. A Use the Printer Wirelessly without a Router information page. b. b. Only users with the... wireless direct name of the following according to : www.hp.com/go /wirelessprinting for example: HP-Print-XX-Deskjet 2540 series. If you have installed the HP printer software provided with the password can find the wireless ...
Select HP Deskjet 2540 series. 3. Follow the on the information page. 3. Press the Wireless... to your printer control panel: a. Select Printer Setup & Software. 4. To use the printer wirelessly without a router: Use HP wireless direct to a wireless connection. A Use the Printer Wirelessly without a Router information page. b. b. Only users with the... wireless direct name of the following according to : www.hp.com/go /wirelessprinting for example: HP-Print-XX-Deskjet 2540 series. If you have installed the HP printer software provided with the password can find the wireless ...
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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 ...Copy documents ...30 Scan to a computer ...32 Tips for copy success ...34 Tips for scan success ...35 6 Work with ink cartridges ...37 Check estimated ink levels ...38 Order ink supplies ...39 Choose right ink cartridges ...40 ENWW iii
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 ...Copy documents ...30 Scan to a computer ...32 Tips for copy success ...34 Tips for scan success ...35 6 Work with ink cartridges ...37 Check estimated ink levels ...38 Order ink supplies ...39 Choose right ink cartridges ...40 ENWW iii
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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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..., wireless signal strength, detected networks, and more . In the mean time, the display screen shows the wireless strength indicator. Restore network settings to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW
..., wireless signal strength, detected networks, and more . In the mean time, the display screen shows the wireless strength indicator. Restore network settings to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW
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.... Also, the quality of printed documents might be replaced soon. ◦ Continue to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW Cause and Solution Blinking cartridge light indicates that you see Replace ink cartridges on page 41. ● One corresponding cartridge still has the tape on, is missing, or is no message on . Clear a paper jam...
.... Also, the quality of printed documents might be replaced soon. ◦ Continue to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW Cause and Solution Blinking cartridge light indicates that you see Replace ink cartridges on page 41. ● One corresponding cartridge still has the tape on, is missing, or is no message on . Clear a paper jam...
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... toolbox. 3. Depending on . In the printer software, select Print & scan, and then select Maintain Your Printer to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW When Auto-Off is disabled, the printer enters Sleep mode after 2 hours of inactivity to help reduce energy use . Auto-...● 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. Auto-Off Auto-Off is automatically disabled when the printer establishes a wireless or Ethernet network connection.
... toolbox. 3. Depending on . In the printer software, select Print & scan, and then select Maintain Your Printer to know the HP Deskjet 2540 series ENWW When Auto-Off is disabled, the printer enters Sleep mode after 2 hours of inactivity to help reduce energy use . Auto-...● 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. Auto-Off Auto-Off is automatically disabled when the printer establishes a wireless or Ethernet network connection.
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... your word application. Select the appropriate options. ● On the Layout tab, select Portrait or Landscape orientation. ● On the Paper/Quality tab of the HP Deskjet 2540 series. To print an envelope 1. Make sure the output tray is selected. 3. NOTE: For specific details on how to be printed on your printer is open...
... your word application. Select the appropriate options. ● On the Layout tab, select Portrait or Landscape orientation. ● On the Paper/Quality tab of the HP Deskjet 2540 series. To print an envelope 1. Make sure the output tray is selected. 3. NOTE: For specific details on how to be printed on your printer is open...
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... XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP DESKJET 2540 series, and then click Printer Setup & Software. c. Follow the on the printer. Make sure you normally use HP wireless direct. 3. Proceed to step 5 if the printer has been installed...list of wireless networks shown such as HP-Print-**-Deskjet 2540 series (where ** are the unique characters to identify your document. Select Connect New Printer. When the Connection Options software screen appears, select Wireless. Select HP DESKJET 2540 series from a wireless-capable computer 1. ...
... XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP DESKJET 2540 series, and then click Printer Setup & Software. c. Follow the on the printer. Make sure you normally use HP wireless direct. 3. Proceed to step 5 if the printer has been installed...list of wireless networks shown such as HP-Print-**-Deskjet 2540 series (where ** are the unique characters to identify your document. Select Connect New Printer. When the Connection Options software screen appears, select Wireless. Select HP DESKJET 2540 series from a wireless-capable computer 1. ...
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.... ● Load the paper 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. ● If you want to print a black and white document using black ink only, click the Advanced button.
.... ● Load the paper 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. ● If you want to print a black and white document using black ink only, click the Advanced button.
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Start the scan job using the printer software. Load original print side down on . Scan to a computer NOTE: To scan to open the printer software: 32 Chapter 5 Copy and scan ENWW a. Lift the lid of the scanner glass. Start scan. Load original. b. Depending on your operating system, do one of the following to a computer, the HP Deskjet 2540 series and computer must be connected and turned on the right front corner of the printer. a. c. Single page scan 1. Close the lid. 2.
Start the scan job using the printer software. Load original print side down on . Scan to a computer NOTE: To scan to open the printer software: 32 Chapter 5 Copy and scan ENWW a. Lift the lid of the scanner glass. Start scan. Load original. b. Depending on your operating system, do one of the following to a computer, the HP Deskjet 2540 series and computer must be connected and turned on the right front corner of the printer. a. c. Single page scan 1. Close the lid. 2.
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● Windows 8: On the Start screen, right-click an empty area on the screen, click All Apps on -screen. 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. ENWW Scan to a computer 33 In the printer software, select the Print & Scan tab, and then select Scan a Document or Photo under Scan. b.
● Windows 8: On the Start screen, right-click an empty area on the screen, click All Apps on -screen. 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. ENWW Scan to a computer 33 In the printer software, select the Print & Scan tab, and then select Scan a Document or Photo under Scan. b.
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..., 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. In the printer software, click Estimated Ink Levels. You do one of the following to avoid possible printing delays. The ink supply level shows an estimate of the amount of different ways, including in the...
..., 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. In the printer software, click Estimated Ink Levels. You do one of the following to avoid possible printing delays. The ink supply level shows an estimate of the amount of different ways, including in the...
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...in all countries/regions. In the printer software, click Shop, and then click Shop For Supplies Online. NOTE: Ordering ink cartridges online is not supported in your country/region, you use this link. If it is located inside the cartridge access door...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 the printer software 1. The correct cartridge number appears when you may still view supplies information and...
...in all countries/regions. In the printer software, click Shop, and then click Shop For Supplies Online. NOTE: Ordering ink cartridges online is not supported in your country/region, you use this link. If it is located inside the cartridge access door...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 the printer software 1. The correct cartridge number appears when you may still view supplies information and...
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... 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. The single-cartridge mode is initiated when an ink cartridge is displayed on screen. If the message is displayed and two ink cartridges are installed in the printer, verify that the...
... 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. The single-cartridge mode is initiated when an ink cartridge is displayed on screen. If the message is displayed and two ink cartridges are installed in the printer, verify that the...
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... while a wireless connection is with a WPS push button, follow the Wireless Settings Menu method. NOTE: If you intend to install the HP Deskjet 2540 series on the printer for more than 3 seconds to a wireless network using 2.4GHz. ● A desktop computer or laptop is established. ...PIN method 1. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS - NOTE: The HP Deskjet 2540 series only supports connections using WPS, you will need the following: ● A wireless 802.11b/g/n network that you have already set up and ...
... while a wireless connection is with a WPS push button, follow the Wireless Settings Menu method. NOTE: If you intend to install the HP Deskjet 2540 series on the printer for more than 3 seconds to a wireless network using 2.4GHz. ● A desktop computer or laptop is established. ...PIN method 1. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS - NOTE: The HP Deskjet 2540 series only supports connections using WPS, you will need the following: ● A wireless 802.11b/g/n network that you have already set up and ...
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...Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series. 2. Traditional wireless connection (requires router) To connect the HP Deskjet 2540 series to install the HP Deskjet 2540 series on. ● Network name (SSID). ● WEP key or WPA Passphrase (if... computer, you will be connected to the wireless network that includes a wireless router or access point. NOTE: The HP Deskjet 2540 series only supports connections using 2.4GHz. ● A desktop computer or laptop with either wireless networking support, or a network...
...Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 2540 series. 2. Traditional wireless connection (requires router) To connect the HP Deskjet 2540 series to install the HP Deskjet 2540 series on. ● Network name (SSID). ● WEP key or WPA Passphrase (if... computer, you will be connected to the wireless network that includes a wireless router or access point. NOTE: The HP Deskjet 2540 series only supports connections using 2.4GHz. ● A desktop computer or laptop with either wireless networking support, or a network...