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..., including in the initialization process, which prepares the printer and cartridges for printing, and in printhead servicing, which is available on a stable surface. 6. Install the printer in the cartridge after you install the software). 8. There are no one can step on or trip over the line cord,...cannot be damaged. 7. If the printer does not operate normally, see www.hp.com/go/ inkusage. In addition, some models only 20 Solve setup problems 23 Problems setting up the printer 23 Problems installing the software 23 Problems setting up fax 24 Wireless (802.11) setup problems 27 ...
..., including in the initialization process, which prepares the printer and cartridges for printing, and in printhead servicing, which is available on a stable surface. 6. Install the printer in the cartridge after you install the software). 8. There are no one can step on or trip over the line cord,...cannot be damaged. 7. If the printer does not operate normally, see www.hp.com/go/ inkusage. In addition, some models only 20 Solve setup problems 23 Problems setting up the printer 23 Problems installing the software 23 Problems setting up fax 24 Wireless (802.11) setup problems 27 ...
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... the printer 5 Wireless: Wireless Turn the wireless radio on or off Cancel: Cancel current job OK: Enter a menu or accept current selection Start: Start job Attention: Device requires attention Setup: Change device settings Note: The following features are only available on the display. English Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Wireless Ethernet HP Officejet 4500 HP Officejet 4500 Mode ...models. Fax B&W Copy B&W Scan Fax Color Copy Color Power: Turn device on and off Back: Go back one step Arrows: Move through menu selections Note: Use or when you want to select the speed-dial.
... the printer 5 Wireless: Wireless Turn the wireless radio on or off Cancel: Cancel current job OK: Enter a menu or accept current selection Start: Start job Attention: Device requires attention Setup: Change device settings Note: The following features are only available on the display. English Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Wireless Ethernet HP Officejet 4500 HP Officejet 4500 Mode ...models. Fax B&W Copy B&W Scan Fax Color Copy Color Power: Turn device on and off Back: Go back one step Arrows: Move through menu selections Note: Use or when you want to select the speed-dial.
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.... In addition, if you are installing the software, you can help retrieve this tool, go to www.hp.com/go/ networksetup. (This tool is the name of the wireless router. 3. Note: Other methods of connecting the printer wirelessly might use this information for some systems. To use either a WPA key or WEP passphrase. The...
.... In addition, if you are installing the software, you can help retrieve this tool, go to www.hp.com/go/ networksetup. (This tool is the name of the wireless router. 3. Note: Other methods of connecting the printer wirelessly might use this information for some systems. To use either a WPA key or WEP passphrase. The...
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...The installation program attempts to complete the installation. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to find the printer. Selecting this option allows the software to install successfully on your computer. 2. Set up wireless (802.11) communication (some models only) 21 On the CD menu, click Install Network.../ Wireless Device, and then follow the onscreen instructions. English Windows IMPORTANT: Do not connect ...
...The installation program attempts to complete the installation. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to find the printer. Selecting this option allows the software to install successfully on your computer. 2. Set up wireless (802.11) communication (some models only) 21 On the CD menu, click Install Network.../ Wireless Device, and then follow the onscreen instructions. English Windows IMPORTANT: Do not connect ...
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... Base Station), you can still connect the printer to your computer using a wireless connection (known as a "computer-to the port on how to select Print Report, and then press OK. 4. After the test is loaded in the tray. 2. Double-click the HP Installer icon on the computer. For more ...information, see "Wireless (802.11) setup problems" on and paper is finished, the printer prints a report with the results of the printer and then to any USB software CD, and then follow the port...
... Base Station), you can still connect the printer to your computer using a wireless connection (known as a "computer-to the port on how to select Print Report, and then press OK. 4. After the test is loaded in the tray. 2. Double-click the HP Installer icon on the computer. For more ...information, see "Wireless (802.11) setup problems" on and paper is finished, the printer prints a report with the results of the printer and then to any USB software CD, and then follow the port...
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... the problem-solving information in the user guide (which is not lit, wireless capabilities might encounter when connecting the printer to your operating system: Windows Place the HP software CD into the computer and run the software installation program again. English Wireless (802.11) setup problems This section provides information about solving problems you...
... the problem-solving information in the user guide (which is not lit, wireless capabilities might encounter when connecting the printer to your operating system: Windows Place the HP software CD into the computer and run the software installation program again. English Wireless (802.11) setup problems This section provides information about solving problems you...
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... router first, and then the printer. Sometimes, turning off the router and the printer, and then turn off the router, printer, and your wireless network or computer is weak or if there is loaded in a wireless network: • Keep the wireless devices away from large metal objects...interference on in this order: router first, then the printer, and finally the computer. If you still are unable to the wireless router. Step 4. Run the Wireless Network Test For wireless networking issues, run the Wireless Network Test from the printer's control panel: 1. Press the (Setup) button. ...
... router first, and then the printer. Sometimes, turning off the router and the printer, and then turn off the router, printer, and your wireless network or computer is weak or if there is loaded in a wireless network: • Keep the wireless devices away from large metal objects...interference on in this order: router first, then the printer, and finally the computer. If you still are unable to the wireless router. Step 4. Run the Wireless Network Test For wireless networking issues, run the Wireless Network Test from the printer's control panel: 1. Press the (Setup) button. ...
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... the firewall software is blocking communication 117 Step 4: Make sure the HP device is online and ready 117 Step 5: Make sure the wireless version of the HP device is set as the default printer driver (Windows only 118 Step 6: Make sure the HP Network Devices Support service is running (Windows only)...118 Add hardware addresses...
... the firewall software is blocking communication 117 Step 4: Make sure the HP device is online and ready 117 Step 5: Make sure the wireless version of the HP device is set as the default printer driver (Windows only 118 Step 6: Make sure the HP Network Devices Support service is running (Windows only)...118 Add hardware addresses...
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...of conformity 150 Environmental product stewardship program 152 Paper use...152 Plastics...152 Material safety data sheets 152 Recycling program...152 HP inkjet supplies recycling program 152 Disposal of waste equipment by users in private households in Canada 148 Notice to users ......153 Power consumption...153 Chemical Substances...154 RoHS notices (China only 154 Third-party licenses...155 HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 156 HP Officejet 4500...159 HP Officejet 4500 Wireless 166 B HP supplies and accessories Order printing supplies online 173 Supplies...173 Supported ink cartridges 173...
...of conformity 150 Environmental product stewardship program 152 Paper use...152 Plastics...152 Material safety data sheets 152 Recycling program...152 HP inkjet supplies recycling program 152 Disposal of waste equipment by users in private households in Canada 148 Notice to users ......153 Power consumption...153 Chemical Substances...154 RoHS notices (China only 154 Third-party licenses...155 HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 156 HP Officejet 4500...159 HP Officejet 4500 Wireless 166 B HP supplies and accessories Order printing supplies online 173 Supplies...173 Supported ink cartridges 173...
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...Test fax setup...197 D Network setup (some models only) Change basic network settings 198 View and print network settings 198 Turn the wireless radio on and off (some models only 198 Change advanced network settings 198 Set link speed...199 To View IP settings...199 To ... (Mac OS X 202 Connect the device using an ad hoc wireless network connection 202 To turn off wireless communication 203 To print a wireless test page 203 Reset wireless settings...203 Change the connection method 203 Guidelines for ensuring wireless network security 204 To add hardware addresses to a WAP 204 Other...
...Test fax setup...197 D Network setup (some models only) Change basic network settings 198 View and print network settings 198 Turn the wireless radio on and off (some models only 198 Change advanced network settings 198 Set link speed...199 To View IP settings...199 To ... (Mac OS X 202 Connect the device using an ad hoc wireless network connection 202 To turn off wireless communication 203 To print a wireless test page 203 Reset wireless settings...203 Change the connection method 203 Guidelines for ensuring wireless network security 204 To add hardware addresses to a WAP 204 Other...
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...pages on ways to specific features in this product, please visit the HP Eco Solutions Web site for this product, see Two-sided printing (duplexing). • Smart Web printing (Windows): The HP Smart Web Printing interface includes a Clip Book and Edit Clips window... This section contains the following topics: • Front view • Printing supplies area • Back view Front view HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 10 Get started HP has provided the Eco-Tips below to help you have gathered from the Web. For more information, see Print a Web...
...pages on ways to specific features in this product, please visit the HP Eco Solutions Web site for this product, see Two-sided printing (duplexing). • Smart Web printing (Windows): The HP Smart Web Printing interface includes a Clip Book and Edit Clips window... This section contains the following topics: • Front view • Printing supplies area • Back view Front view HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 10 Get started HP has provided the Eco-Tips below to help you have gathered from the Web. For more information, see Print a Web...
User Guide
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1 Control panel 2 Main tray 3 Cartridge access door 4 Scanner glass 5 Automatic document feeder 6 Scanner lid Printing supplies area HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 1 Cartridge access door 2 Ink cartridges Back view HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 1 Universal serial bus (USB) port 2 Ethernet port (HP Officejet 4500 only) 3 Power input Understand the device parts 11
1 Control panel 2 Main tray 3 Cartridge access door 4 Scanner glass 5 Automatic document feeder 6 Scanner lid Printing supplies area HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 1 Cartridge access door 2 Ink cartridges Back view HP Officejet 4500 / HP Officejet 4500 Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Desktop 1 Universal serial bus (USB) port 2 Ethernet port (HP Officejet 4500 only) 3 Power input Understand the device parts 11
User Guide
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...menu. Pressing Start processes the job according to its previous setting or upper level menu. Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Name and Description Wireless button (HP Officejet 4500 Wireless): Turns the 802.11 wireless feature on your computer screen. Start: Initiates a copy, fax, or scan job. Attention light: Indicates an error condition. OK button: Selects the current...topic that you select from the Help menu opens a help window on or off. Keypad: Enters values. The button is lit when the wireless feature is on. Right arrow button: Navigates in reverse through settings in the menus.
...menu. Pressing Start processes the job according to its previous setting or upper level menu. Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Name and Description Wireless button (HP Officejet 4500 Wireless): Turns the 802.11 wireless feature on your computer screen. Start: Initiates a copy, fax, or scan job. Attention light: Indicates an error condition. OK button: Selects the current...topic that you select from the Help menu opens a help window on or off. Keypad: Enters values. The button is lit when the wireless feature is on. Right arrow button: Navigates in reverse through settings in the menus.
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...fax problems • Solve wired (Ethernet) network problems (some models only) • Solve wireless problems (some models only) • Clear jams HP support If you register the HP all-in Solve a problem suggests solutions to common problems. If your device is not operating...firewall to all -in-one • Valuable troubleshooting information for common problems • Proactive device updates, support alerts, and HP newsgrams that came with HP devices • Solve device management problems • Troubleshoot installation issues • Understand the Printer Status Report and Self...
...fax problems • Solve wired (Ethernet) network problems (some models only) • Solve wireless problems (some models only) • Clear jams HP support If you register the HP all-in Solve a problem suggests solutions to common problems. If your device is not operating...firewall to all -in-one • Valuable troubleshooting information for common problems • Proactive device updates, support alerts, and HP newsgrams that came with HP devices • Solve device management problems • Troubleshoot installation issues • Understand the Printer Status Report and Self...
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...problems • Solve scan problems • Solve fax problems • Solve wired (Ethernet) network problems (some models only) • Solve wireless problems (some models only) • Solve device management problems • Troubleshoot installation issues 74 Solve a problem For voltage requirements, see Solve ... System Preferences. feed problems. • Power light is available from the HP support Web site (www.hp.com/support). Close programs that you can install it as the current or default printer. Chapter 7 After the phone support period After the phone support period, ...
...problems • Solve scan problems • Solve fax problems • Solve wired (Ethernet) network problems (some models only) • Solve wireless problems (some models only) • Solve device management problems • Troubleshoot installation issues 74 Solve a problem For voltage requirements, see Solve ... System Preferences. feed problems. • Power light is available from the HP support Web site (www.hp.com/support). Close programs that you can install it as the current or default printer. Chapter 7 After the phone support period After the phone support period, ...
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... If the ink-level graphic shows low cartridges, and you are not low, you see one or more information about checking ink levels, see Self-Test Report. 2. Try using a ... or image 180 degrees. • If the issue persists, visit the HP online support Web site at www.hp.com/ support for your product, and then replace low cartridges according to replace...on the diagnostic report, continue to print a diagnostic report. • If your product does not support wireless communication, see no defects. 3. Mac OS X 1. For more information about replacing cartridges, see Replace the...
... If the ink-level graphic shows low cartridges, and you are not low, you see one or more information about checking ink levels, see Self-Test Report. 2. Try using a ... or image 180 degrees. • If the issue persists, visit the HP online support Web site at www.hp.com/ support for your product, and then replace low cartridges according to replace...on the diagnostic report, continue to print a diagnostic report. • If your product does not support wireless communication, see no defects. 3. Mac OS X 1. For more information about replacing cartridges, see Replace the...
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... has not been connected to communicate with the network after completing the wireless setup and software installation, perform one or more of the wireless network Turn off the router and the HP device, and then turn them back on wireless, press and hold the Wireless button for three seconds. If a problem is detected, the printed test...
... has not been connected to communicate with the network after completing the wireless setup and software installation, perform one or more of the wireless network Turn off the router and the HP device, and then turn them back on wireless, press and hold the Wireless button for three seconds. If a problem is detected, the printed test...
User Guide
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... to your computer. c. Solve wireless problems (some models only) 115 • Step 5: Make sure the wireless version of the HP device is set as the default printer driver (Windows only) • Step 6: Make sure the HP Network Devices Support service is running...the Ethernet connection is possible that blinks. Click Start, click Control Panel, point to Connected. b. If your wireless computer could be a problem with your computer. If the lights are not on, try reconnecting the Ethernet cable...the network dialog box open while you are two indicator lights, one that is on .
... to your computer. c. Solve wireless problems (some models only) 115 • Step 5: Make sure the wireless version of the HP device is set as the default printer driver (Windows only) • Step 6: Make sure the HP Network Devices Support service is running...the Ethernet connection is possible that blinks. Click Start, click Control Panel, point to Connected. b. If your wireless computer could be a problem with your computer. If the lights are not on, try reconnecting the Ethernet cable...the network dialog box open while you are two indicator lights, one that is on .
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... that appears, you are able to find out if your router. A: Make sure the HP device is on and which wireless network your device is connected to a network. If the HP device is not connected to the same network as there might be able to the embedded Web... to the correct network. If the HP device supports Ethernet networking and is not connected to a wireless network, print the device's Wireless Configuration page. If the wireless connection is using the instructions at www.hp.com/sbso/wireless/tools-setup.html? NOTE: If your wireless router or Apple AirPort Base Station is...
... that appears, you are able to find out if your router. A: Make sure the HP device is on and which wireless network your device is connected to a network. If the HP device is not connected to the same network as there might be able to the embedded Web... to the correct network. If the HP device supports Ethernet networking and is not connected to a wireless network, print the device's Wireless Configuration page. If the wireless connection is using the instructions at www.hp.com/sbso/wireless/tools-setup.html? NOTE: If your wireless router or Apple AirPort Base Station is...
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...Network Configuration Page (for example, http://192.168.1.101). Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Printers or Printers and Faxes. - In the address box, type the URL of the HP device as to print) to see Configure your network setup was shown on your browser, you might be ... able to access the EWS, but are not being displayed in your computer and then try using the HP device over the network, continue to the next section regarding firewalls. c. Solve wireless problems (some models only). On your computer are still unable to use to access the Internet (for ...
...Network Configuration Page (for example, http://192.168.1.101). Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Printers or Printers and Faxes. - In the address box, type the URL of the HP device as to print) to see Configure your network setup was shown on your browser, you might be ... able to access the EWS, but are not being displayed in your computer and then try using the HP device over the network, continue to the next section regarding firewalls. c. Solve wireless problems (some models only). On your computer are still unable to use to access the Internet (for ...