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... ink flowing smoothly. Note: Ink from the cartridges is used . English Contents Use the printer...2 HP Digital Solutions 3 Internet features 5 Set up and use this printer to qualified service personnel. 9. Use only the external power adapter provided with the printer. 2. Observe all instructions in the documentation ... parts inside. Contents 1 In addition, some residual ink is left in the cartridge after you are 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.
... ink flowing smoothly. Note: Ink from the cartridges is used . English Contents Use the printer...2 HP Digital Solutions 3 Internet features 5 Set up and use this printer to qualified service personnel. 9. Use only the external power adapter provided with the printer. 2. Observe all instructions in the documentation ... parts inside. Contents 1 In addition, some residual ink is left in the cartridge after you are 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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... wall jack 2 1-LINE port on printer 2 8 Set up additional Note: You might be using in the box with the printer, connect one provided with the printer, HP 1. You also need to use a phone cord printer. is not long enough, Before beginning, be different from the the following : • Installed ink cartridges • Loaded A4- connecting and setting...
... wall jack 2 1-LINE port on printer 2 8 Set up additional Note: You might be using in the box with the printer, connect one provided with the printer, HP 1. You also need to use a phone cord printer. is not long enough, Before beginning, be different from the the following : • Installed ink cartridges • Loaded A4- connecting and setting...
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... turned on If the blue light near the ink cartridges area. After resolving the problems... Step 1: Make sure the wireless (802.11) light is not lit, wireless capabilities might encounter when connecting the printer to your wireless network, complete the following steps: • HP Officejet Pro 8500A (A910a-f): From the Home screen, touch right arrow , touch...
... turned on If the blue light near the ink cartridges area. After resolving the problems... Step 1: Make sure the wireless (802.11) light is not lit, wireless capabilities might encounter when connecting the printer to your wireless network, complete the following steps: • HP Officejet Pro 8500A (A910a-f): From the Home screen, touch right arrow , touch...
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... rights of implied warranties which is distributed by HP or by the customer. 2. For HP printer products, the use of a non-HP cartridge or a refilled cartridge does not affect either new or like-new, provided that the HP products specified above , which vary from state ..., some states in the world. 2. Otherwise restrict the ability of liability 1. Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement HP product Software Media Printer Print or Ink cartridges Printheads (only applies to products with customer replaceable printheads) Accessories Duration of limited warranty 90 days 1 year ...
... rights of implied warranties which is distributed by HP or by the customer. 2. For HP printer products, the use of a non-HP cartridge or a refilled cartridge does not affect either new or like-new, provided that the HP products specified above , which vary from state ..., some states in the world. 2. Otherwise restrict the ability of liability 1. Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement HP product Software Media Printer Print or Ink cartridges Printheads (only applies to products with customer replaceable printheads) Accessories Duration of limited warranty 90 days 1 year ...
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...83 Check the estimated ink levels 84 Replace the ink cartridges ...84 Store printing supplies ...86 Store ink cartridges ...86 Store printheads ...86 9 Solve a problem HP support ...87 Obtain electronic support 88 HP support by phone ...88 Before you call ...88 Phone... support period 89 Telephone support numbers 89 After the phone support period 91 General troubleshooting tips and resources 91 Solve printing problems ...91 The printer...
...83 Check the estimated ink levels 84 Replace the ink cartridges ...84 Store printing supplies ...86 Store ink cartridges ...86 Store printheads ...86 9 Solve a problem HP support ...87 Obtain electronic support 88 HP support by phone ...88 Before you call ...88 Phone... support period 89 Telephone support numbers 89 After the phone support period 91 General troubleshooting tips and resources 91 Solve printing problems ...91 The printer...
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Solve printer management problems 143 Embedded Web server cannot be opened 144 Troubleshoot installation issues 145 Hardware installation suggestions 145 HP software installation suggestions 145 Solve network problems ...146 Understand the Self Test Diagnostic Page 147 Understand the network configuration page 148 Clear jams ...150 Clear paper jams ...151 Avoid paper jams ...153 A Technical information Warranty information ...154 Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement 155 Ink cartridge warranty information 156 Printer...
Solve printer management problems 143 Embedded Web server cannot be opened 144 Troubleshoot installation issues 145 Hardware installation suggestions 145 HP software installation suggestions 145 Solve network problems ...146 Understand the Self Test Diagnostic Page 147 Understand the network configuration page 148 Clear jams ...150 Clear paper jams ...151 Avoid paper jams ...153 A Technical information Warranty information ...154 Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement 155 Ink cartridge warranty information 156 Printer...
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...Declaration of conformity 176 Environmental product stewardship program 177 Paper use ...177 Plastics ...177 Material safety data sheets 177 Recycling program ...177 HP inkjet supplies recycling program 177 Disposal of the U.S. telephone network: FCC requirements 170 Notice to users of the Canadian telephone network ...the European Union ....178 Power consumption ...179 Chemical Substances ...179 RoHS notices (China only 179 Third-party licenses ...180 B HP supplies and accessories Order printing supplies online 188 Supplies ...188 Ink cartridges and printheads 188 HP media ...189 7
...Declaration of conformity 176 Environmental product stewardship program 177 Paper use ...177 Plastics ...177 Material safety data sheets 177 Recycling program ...177 HP inkjet supplies recycling program 177 Disposal of the U.S. telephone network: FCC requirements 170 Notice to users of the Canadian telephone network ...the European Union ....178 Power consumption ...179 Chemical Substances ...179 RoHS notices (China only 179 Third-party licenses ...180 B HP supplies and accessories Order printing supplies online 188 Supplies ...188 Ink cartridges and printheads 188 HP media ...189 7
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Chapter 1 1 Automatic document feeder (ADF) 2 Scanner glass 3 Control panel (differs based on the printer model that you have) 4 Control-panel display (differs based on the printer model that you have) 5 Output tray 6 Output tray extension 7 Width guides 8 Tray 1 9 Tray 2 (available with some models) 10 Front universal serial bus (USB) port (PictBridge-enabled) 11 Memory card slots 12 Document feeder tray 13 Width guides Printing supplies area 5 4 3 2 1 1 Ink cartridge door 2 Ink cartridges 3 Print-carriage access door 4 Printhead latch 5 Printheads 12 Get started
Chapter 1 1 Automatic document feeder (ADF) 2 Scanner glass 3 Control panel (differs based on the printer model that you have) 4 Control-panel display (differs based on the printer model that you have) 5 Output tray 6 Output tray extension 7 Width guides 8 Tray 1 9 Tray 2 (available with some models) 10 Front universal serial bus (USB) port (PictBridge-enabled) 11 Memory card slots 12 Document feeder tray 13 Width guides Printing supplies area 5 4 3 2 1 1 Ink cartridge door 2 Ink cartridges 3 Print-carriage access door 4 Printhead latch 5 Printheads 12 Get started
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...Answer function. Officejet Pro 8500A (A910a-f only) Use the printer control panel 17 Displays the Network screen for planning purposes only. The topic that you select from the Help screen opens a help window on or off. You do not need to replace cartridges until prompted to... turn it on your computer screen. For more information about the ink cartridges, including fill levels. Officejet Pro 8500A (A910g-z only) Provides more information, see HP Apps Displays the Photo screen for generating reports, ...
...Answer function. Officejet Pro 8500A (A910a-f only) Use the printer control panel 17 Displays the Network screen for planning purposes only. The topic that you select from the Help screen opens a help window on or off. You do not need to replace cartridges until prompted to... turn it on your computer screen. For more information about the ink cartridges, including fill levels. Officejet Pro 8500A (A910g-z only) Provides more information, see HP Apps Displays the Photo screen for generating reports, ...
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... buying large quantities. All papers with the ColorLok logo for newsletters, reports, and flyers. Depending on a label located inside the printer, near -photographic reproductions and business graphics for less smearing, bolder blacks and vivid colors. It features ColorLok Technology for less smearing,...than ordinary plain papers. Visit the HP Web site at www.hp.com for two-sided color usage with 30% recycled fiber. HP recommends plain papers with the ColorLok logo are the perfect choice for near the ink cartridges area. HP Bright White Inkjet Paper delivers high...
... buying large quantities. All papers with the ColorLok logo for newsletters, reports, and flyers. Depending on a label located inside the printer, near -photographic reproductions and business graphics for less smearing, bolder blacks and vivid colors. It features ColorLok Technology for less smearing,...than ordinary plain papers. Visit the HP Web site at www.hp.com for two-sided color usage with 30% recycled fiber. HP recommends plain papers with the ColorLok logo are the perfect choice for near the ink cartridges area. HP Bright White Inkjet Paper delivers high...
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...damaged, curled, or wrinkled ƕ Media with your photos are long lasting and vivid, print after print. HP Photo Value Packs HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package Original HP ink cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper to save you time and take the guesswork out of printing affordable professional photos with cutouts ... then click one type of the shopping links on the page. Load an original on the scanner glass You can copy, scan, or fax up to share. For more information, see Maintain the printer. or A4-size originals by loading them on the scanner glass. To order HP papers and ...
...damaged, curled, or wrinkled ƕ Media with your photos are long lasting and vivid, print after print. HP Photo Value Packs HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package Original HP ink cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper to save you time and take the guesswork out of printing affordable professional photos with cutouts ... then click one type of the shopping links on the page. Load an original on the scanner glass You can copy, scan, or fax up to share. For more information, see Maintain the printer. or A4-size originals by loading them on the scanner glass. To order HP papers and ...
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... the cloth. 4. Wait until the power light turns off before unplugging the power cord or turning off by pressing the Power button located on the printer. Chapter 1 cover to the rollers (2) and separator pad (3). 2 3 1 1 Automatic document feeder cover 2 Rollers 3 Separator pad 3. NOTE: If the residue ..., and then close the cover. Close the cover of the automatic document feeder. Lightly dampen a clean lint-free cloth with the ink cartridges and print quality issues. 32 Get started To clean the rollers or separator pad 1. Lift the automatic document feeder cover (1). Use the ...
... the cloth. 4. Wait until the power light turns off before unplugging the power cord or turning off by pressing the Power button located on the printer. Chapter 1 cover to the rollers (2) and separator pad (3). 2 3 1 1 Automatic document feeder cover 2 Rollers 3 Separator pad 3. NOTE: If the residue ..., and then close the cover. Close the cover of the automatic document feeder. Lightly dampen a clean lint-free cloth with the ink cartridges and print quality issues. 32 Get started To clean the rollers or separator pad 1. Lift the automatic document feeder cover (1). Use the ...
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...tray. This creates smooth and natural shades of the printer. Print photos from the pop-up menu, and then select one storage device at a time as a keychain drive...Photo Fix options: • Off: applies no HP Real Life Technologies to use is not blinking. For more than one of black dots, which might result in grayscale...printer and print photos directly from the Color pop-up menu (located below the Orientation setting), and then select the following options: • High Quality: uses all the available colors to the USB port on the front of gray. • Black Print Cartridge...
...tray. This creates smooth and natural shades of the printer. Print photos from the pop-up menu, and then select one storage device at a time as a keychain drive...Photo Fix options: • Off: applies no HP Real Life Technologies to use is not blinking. For more than one of black dots, which might result in grayscale...printer and print photos directly from the Color pop-up menu (located below the Orientation setting), and then select the following options: • High Quality: uses all the available colors to the USB port on the front of gray. • Black Print Cartridge...
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...HP Utility (Mac OS X). For more information, see Work with ink cartridges. Use reports You can set to enable fax confirmation before sending any Internet protocol telephone systems are often limited. A confirmation message that the printheads and ink cartridges are not legible, you cannot send and receive color faxes. (For more information, see Printer...reports as required; By default, the printer is Off. Use reports 77 If you receive a low-ink alert, consider having a replacement cartridge available to replace the ink cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable. TIP:...
...HP Utility (Mac OS X). For more information, see Work with ink cartridges. Use reports You can set to enable fax confirmation before sending any Internet protocol telephone systems are often limited. A confirmation message that the printheads and ink cartridges are not legible, you cannot send and receive color faxes. (For more information, see Printer...reports as required; By default, the printer is Off. Use reports 77 If you receive a low-ink alert, consider having a replacement cartridge available to replace the ink cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable. TIP:...
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... tips help maintain HP ink cartridges and ensure consistent print quality. • The instructions in the original sealed packages until you have the new ink cartridge available to perform some ink. • Do not clean the printheads unnecessarily. For more information, see Turn the printer off the printer properly. 8 Work with ink cartridges 83 This section...
... tips help maintain HP ink cartridges and ensure consistent print quality. • The instructions in the original sealed packages until you have the new ink cartridge available to perform some ink. • Do not clean the printheads unnecessarily. For more information, see Turn the printer off the printer properly. 8 Work with ink cartridges 83 This section...
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... planning purposes only. NOTE: If you have installed a refilled or remanufactured cartridge, or a cartridge that has been used ink supplies, see HP supplies and accessories. Do not leave the ink cartridge outside of the printer for printing, and in printhead servicing, which prepares the printer and cartridges for an extended period of different ways, including in another...
... planning purposes only. NOTE: If you have installed a refilled or remanufactured cartridge, or a cartridge that has been used ink supplies, see HP supplies and accessories. Do not leave the ink cartridge outside of the printer for printing, and in printhead servicing, which prepares the printer and cartridges for an extended period of different ways, including in another...
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Replace the ink cartridges 85 Align the cartridge with its package. 4. Press down firmly on the cartridge to replace the ink cartridges. 1. Close the ink cartridge cover. Remove the new ink cartridge from its color-coded slot and insert the cartridge into the slot. Remove the ink cartridge that requires replacement by grasping it and pulling it firmly toward you. 3. To replace the ink cartridges Use these steps to ensure proper contact. 5. Gently pull open the ink cartridge cover. 2.
Replace the ink cartridges 85 Align the cartridge with its package. 4. Press down firmly on the cartridge to replace the ink cartridges. 1. Close the ink cartridge cover. Remove the new ink cartridge from its color-coded slot and insert the cartridge into the slot. Remove the ink cartridge that requires replacement by grasping it and pulling it firmly toward you. 3. To replace the ink cartridges Use these steps to ensure proper contact. 5. Gently pull open the ink cartridge cover. 2.
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.... For more information, see Turn the printer off correctly. However, to assure optimal printhead health, be left in an airtight container, such as a resealable plastic bag. If you remove the ink cartridges, place them in the printer for extended periods of time. Chapter 8... Store printing supplies This section covers the following topics: • Store ink cartridges • Store printheads Store ink cartridges Ink cartridges can be sure to turn the printer off . 86 Work ...
.... For more information, see Turn the printer off correctly. However, to assure optimal printhead health, be left in an airtight container, such as a resealable plastic bag. If you remove the ink cartridges, place them in the printer for extended periods of time. Chapter 8... Store printing supplies This section covers the following topics: • Store ink cartridges • Store printheads Store ink cartridges Ink cartridges can be sure to turn the printer off . 86 Work ...
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... you are using a computer running Windows. • You are not running too many programs when you are not using the HP software CD included with the printer, or you are performing a task. Help may also be available at an additional cost. After the phone support period After ... about support options. Contact your country/region to the printer. For voltage requirements, see Solve paper-feed problems. • Power light is on for the first time, it takes approximately 12 minutes to initialize it after the ink cartridges are installed. • Power cord and other cables ...
... you are using a computer running Windows. • You are not running too many programs when you are not using the HP software CD included with the printer, or you are performing a task. Help may also be available at an additional cost. After the phone support period After ... about support options. Contact your country/region to the printer. For voltage requirements, see Solve paper-feed problems. • Power light is on for the first time, it takes approximately 12 minutes to initialize it after the ink cartridges are installed. • Power cord and other cables ...
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...fails, make sure you might have a defective sensor or ink cartridge. Refer to connect the printer. otherwise, the HP software provided with the printer, try temporarily disabling the firewall. Re-enable the firewall. 92 Solve a problem The printer is not responding (nothing prints) There are print jobs stuck...If the problem persists, the firewall is not the source of the printer. ƕ Make sure you align the ink cartridges, the alignment fails. If you have loaded unused, plain white paper into the input tray. Contact HP support. Go to a network, check the following: ƕ ...
...fails, make sure you might have a defective sensor or ink cartridge. Refer to connect the printer. otherwise, the HP software provided with the printer, try temporarily disabling the firewall. Re-enable the firewall. 92 Solve a problem The printer is not responding (nothing prints) There are print jobs stuck...If the problem persists, the firewall is not the source of the printer. ƕ Make sure you align the ink cartridges, the alignment fails. If you have loaded unused, plain white paper into the input tray. Contact HP support. Go to a network, check the following: ƕ ...