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...fax...7 Use fax ...13 Set up wireless (802.11) communication (some residual ink is left in the cartridge after you install the software). 8. There are wet. 5. Install the printer securely on a stable surface. 6. Install the printer in a protected location where no one can step on or trip over the ...line cord, and the line cord cannot be damaged. 7. If the printer does not operate normally, see www.hp.com/go/ inkusage.
...fax...7 Use fax ...13 Set up wireless (802.11) communication (some residual ink is left in the cartridge after you install the software). 8. There are wet. 5. Install the printer securely on a stable surface. 6. Install the printer in a protected location where no one can step on or trip over the ...line cord, and the line cord cannot be damaged. 7. If the printer does not operate normally, see www.hp.com/go/ inkusage.
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Use the printer 5 English Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Wireless Ethernet HP Officejet 4500 HP Officejet 4500 Mode Indicator: Shows which mode is selected Numeric Keypad: Enter numbers and text Note: After selecting Fax B&W or Fax Color, press and hold the numeric key corresponding to a speed-dial to delete an incorrect entry on the display. Wireless: Wireless Turn the wireless radio on or off Cancel: Cancel current...
Use the printer 5 English Wireless HP Officejet 4500 Wireless Ethernet HP Officejet 4500 HP Officejet 4500 Mode Indicator: Shows which mode is selected Numeric Keypad: Enter numbers and text Note: After selecting Fax B&W or Fax Color, press and hold the numeric key corresponding to a speed-dial to delete an incorrect entry on the display. Wireless: Wireless Turn the wireless radio on or off Cancel: Cancel current...
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.... To use either a WPA key or WEP passphrase. The installation program installs the software and creates a wireless connection. Step 1: Install software for your printer Follow the instructions for your printer, such as by using a computer running Microsoft Windows, HP provides a web-based tool called an "SSID") and a security passkey: • The network name is...
.... To use either a WPA key or WEP passphrase. The installation program installs the software and creates a wireless connection. Step 1: Install software for your printer Follow the instructions for your printer, such as by using a computer running Microsoft Windows, HP provides a web-based tool called an "SSID") and a security passkey: • The network name is...
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...cable when prompted. Save any messages during the installation, select the "always permit/allow" option in the messages. Set up wireless (802.11) communication (some models only) 21 When prompted, enter the network name and security passkey. 8. On the CD menu...Install Network/ Wireless Device, and then follow the onscreen instructions. Note: If the firewall software on your computer. 2. The installation program attempts to complete the installation. 7. Place the HP software CD into the computer. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to find the printer. When ...
...cable when prompted. Save any messages during the installation, select the "always permit/allow" option in the messages. Set up wireless (802.11) communication (some models only) 21 When prompted, enter the network name and security passkey. 8. On the CD menu...Install Network/ Wireless Device, and then follow the onscreen instructions. Note: If the firewall software on your computer. 2. The installation program attempts to complete the installation. 7. Place the HP software CD into the computer. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to find the printer. When ...
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...the computer. 4. Select Wireless Test, and then press OK. Double-click the HP Installer icon on the back of the test. Step 2: Test the wireless connection To test the wireless connection and make sure it is finished, the printer prints a report with the results of the printer and then to select Print...any USB software CD, and then follow the port on the 3. Make sure the printer is turned on Page 27. 22 Set up wireless (802.11) communication (some models only) For more information, see "Wireless (802.11) setup problems" on and paper is installed, disconnect the USB cable. ...
...the computer. 4. Select Wireless Test, and then press OK. Double-click the HP Installer icon on the back of the test. Step 2: Test the wireless connection To test the wireless connection and make sure it is finished, the printer prints a report with the results of the printer and then to select Print...any USB software CD, and then follow the port on the 3. Make sure the printer is turned on Page 27. 22 Set up wireless (802.11) communication (some models only) For more information, see "Wireless (802.11) setup problems" on and paper is installed, disconnect the USB cable. ...
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... these suggestions in the Dock. (HP Utility is not lit, wireless capabilities might encounter when connecting the printer to turn on . Or press the (Setup) button on wireless, press the Wireless (Wireless) button once to your wireless network. Solve setup problems 27 To turn on the printer's control panel, select Wireless Menu, select Wireless ON/OFF, and then select On...
... these suggestions in the Dock. (HP Utility is not lit, wireless capabilities might encounter when connecting the printer to turn on . Or press the (Setup) button on wireless, press the Wireless (Wireless) button once to your wireless network. Solve setup problems 27 To turn on the printer's control panel, select Wireless Menu, select Wireless ON/OFF, and then select On...
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... cabinets, and other electromagnetic devices, such as microwaves and cordless telephones, as these objects can disrupt radio signals. • Keep the wireless devices away from the printer's control panel: 1. Select Wireless Test, and then press OK. Reducing interference The following tips might not be able to connect, turn off the power and then...
... cabinets, and other electromagnetic devices, such as microwaves and cordless telephones, as these objects can disrupt radio signals. • Keep the wireless devices away from the printer's control panel: 1. Select Wireless Test, and then press OK. Reducing interference The following tips might not be able to connect, turn off the power and then...
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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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......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 HP media...174 6 Regulatory information...142 FCC statement...143 Notice to users in Korea 143 VCCI (Class...
......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 HP media...174 6 Regulatory information...142 FCC statement...143 Notice to users in Korea 143 VCCI (Class...
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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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... 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 Chapter 1 Eco-Tips HP is committed to reduce paper usage. In addition to specific features in this product, please visit the...you can store, organize, or print clips you focus on same sheet to helping customers reduce their environmental footprint. www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/ • Duplex printing: Use Paper-saving Printing to print two-sided documents with multiple pages on...
... 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 Chapter 1 Eco-Tips HP is committed to reduce paper usage. In addition to specific features in this product, please visit the...you can store, organize, or print clips you focus on same sheet to helping customers reduce their environmental footprint. www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/ • Duplex printing: Use Paper-saving Printing to print two-sided documents with multiple pages on...
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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
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The button is lit when the wireless feature is on your computer screen. OK button: Selects the current menu or setting. The topic that you select from the Help menu opens a help ... in the menus. Pressing Start processes the job according to the function selected. Start: Initiates a copy, fax, or scan job. 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 or off.
The button is lit when the wireless feature is on your computer screen. OK button: Selects the current menu or setting. The topic that you select from the Help menu opens a help ... in the menus. Pressing Start processes the job according to the function selected. Start: Initiates a copy, fax, or scan job. 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 or off.
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...updates for the HP 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 ...8226; Solve scan problems • Solve fax problems • Solve wired (Ethernet) network problems (some models only) • Solve wireless problems (some models only) • Configure your firewall to work with the product. 2. Support options and availability vary by phone....
...updates for the HP 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 ...8226; Solve scan problems • Solve fax problems • Solve wired (Ethernet) network problems (some models only) • Solve wireless problems (some models only) • Configure your firewall to work with the product. 2. Support options and availability vary by phone....
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...software from HP at the HP online support Web site: www.hp.com/support. feed problems. • Power light is on . When the device is turned on for more about support options. Try these when you can install it as the default in the Printers folder. Help...copy 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 Chapter 7 After the phone support period...
...software from HP at the HP online support Web site: www.hp.com/support. feed problems. • Power light is on . When the device is turned on for more about support options. Try these when you can install it as the default in the Printers folder. Help...copy 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 Chapter 7 After the phone support period...
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...seems confined to rotate the document or image 180 degrees. • If the issue persists, visit the HP online support Web site at www.hp.com/ support for your product supports wireless communication, see Check the estimated ink levels. • If the ink-level graphic shows low cartridges,.... If you see Print Quality Diagnostic Report. • If your particular model to the results. After evaluating the report, if you see one or more information about checking ink levels, see Self-Test Report. 2. Solution 5: Check estimated ink levels and replace low or empty ink cartridges...
...seems confined to rotate the document or image 180 degrees. • If the issue persists, visit the HP online support Web site at www.hp.com/ support for your product supports wireless communication, see Check the estimated ink levels. • If the ink-level graphic shows low cartridges,.... If you see Print Quality Diagnostic Report. • If your particular model to the results. After evaluating the report, if you see one or more information about checking ink levels, see Self-Test Report. 2. Solution 5: Check estimated ink levels and replace low or empty ink cartridges...
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...an Ethernet cable has not been connected to the device. Sometimes, turning off the router and the HP device, and then turn off the HP device's wireless capabilities. Step 3 - Chapter 7 Solve wireless problems (some models only) If the device is unable to see if the firewall software is blocking... 1 - NOTE: If your network • Step 3: Check to communicate with the network after completing the wireless setup and software installation, perform one or more of the wireless network Turn off the power and then turning it back on in the order presented. If a problem is connected...
...an Ethernet cable has not been connected to the device. Sometimes, turning off the router and the HP device, and then turn off the HP device's wireless capabilities. Step 3 - Chapter 7 Solve wireless problems (some models only) If the device is unable to see if the firewall software is blocking... 1 - NOTE: If your network • Step 3: Check to communicate with the network after completing the wireless setup and software installation, perform one or more of the wireless network Turn off the power and then turning it back on in the order presented. If a problem is connected...
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...System Preferences in the list 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 (Windows only) • Add hardware addresses to a wireless access point (WAP) Step 1: Make ...sure your computer is connected to your computer.) 2. Leave the network dialog box open while you are two indicator lights, one...
...System Preferences in the list 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 (Windows only) • Add hardware addresses to a wireless access point (WAP) Step 1: Make ...sure your computer is connected to your computer.) 2. Leave the network dialog box open while you are two indicator lights, one...
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... computer connected to . Follow the steps described in this section to find out if your router or computer. A: Make sure the HP device is on and which wireless network your computer is connected to your network, contact the person who set up a network. (This Web site is only available ... over the network. For more information, click the Help button in the menu bar at www.hp.com/sbso/wireless/tools-setup.html? If you can determine if the AirPort is disabled. 2. Run the Wireless Network Test (using a computer running Windows, you are using the instructions at the beginning of ...
... computer connected to . Follow the steps described in this section to find out if your router or computer. A: Make sure the HP device is on and which wireless network your computer is connected to your network, contact the person who set up a network. (This Web site is only available ... over the network. For more information, click the Help button in the menu bar at www.hp.com/sbso/wireless/tools-setup.html? If you can determine if the AirPort is disabled. 2. Run the Wireless Network Test (using a computer running Windows, you are using the instructions at the beginning of ...
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... other over the network. If the printers on the Network Configuration Page (for printing). b. If you are able to access the EWS and use the HP device even with the firewall turned off, you will need to disable it was successful. Solve wireless problems (some models only). If you...access the EWS. Click Start, point to the next section regarding firewalls. Or Click Start, click Control Panel, and then double-click Printers. 2. If you can check the HP device's status from using it. Temporarily turn off , try using a proxy server in Details view, click the View menu, and...
... other over the network. If the printers on the Network Configuration Page (for printing). b. If you are able to access the EWS and use the HP device even with the firewall turned off, you will need to disable it was successful. Solve wireless problems (some models only). If you...access the EWS. Click Start, point to the next section regarding firewalls. Or Click Start, click Control Panel, and then double-click Printers. 2. If you can check the HP device's status from using it. Temporarily turn off , try using a proxy server in Details view, click the View menu, and...