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...date of purchase, and description of web-based troubleshooting tools for Macintosh computers ENWW iii Before calling HP, have performed a complete software installation to use HP Toolbox. Click the support & drivers block. The Web page for your country/region. See the flyer that shipped in the box ...with the product, or visit http://www.hp.com/support/callcenters. For the telephone number for the drivers might be in English, but you quickly identify, diagnose, and resolve computing and printing problems. The ISPE...
...date of purchase, and description of web-based troubleshooting tools for Macintosh computers ENWW iii Before calling HP, have performed a complete software installation to use HP Toolbox. Click the support & drivers block. The Web page for your country/region. See the flyer that shipped in the box ...with the product, or visit http://www.hp.com/support/callcenters. For the telephone number for the drivers might be in English, but you quickly identify, diagnose, and resolve computing and printing problems. The ISPE...
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Visit: http://www.hp.com/go /macosx for Macintosh OS X support information and HP subscription service for the Macintosh user. Visit: http://www.hp.com/go /mac-connect for products designed specifically for driver updates. iv ENWW
Visit: http://www.hp.com/go /macosx for Macintosh OS X support information and HP subscription service for the Macintosh user. Visit: http://www.hp.com/go /mac-connect for products designed specifically for driver updates. iv ENWW
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... ...2 User guide links ...2 Where to look for more information 2 Printer configurations ...5 HP Color LaserJet 5550 ...5 HP Color LaserJet 5550n 5 HP Color LaserJet 5550dn 6 HP Color LaserJet 5550dtn 7 HP Color LaserJet 5550hdn 8 Printer features ...10 Walk around ...12 Printer software ...13 Software features ...13 Printer drivers ...14 Software for Macintosh computers 17 Installing the printing system software...
... ...2 User guide links ...2 Where to look for more information 2 Printer configurations ...5 HP Color LaserJet 5550 ...5 HP Color LaserJet 5550n 5 HP Color LaserJet 5550dn 6 HP Color LaserJet 5550dtn 7 HP Color LaserJet 5550hdn 8 Printer features ...10 Walk around ...12 Printer software ...13 Software features ...13 Printer drivers ...14 Software for Macintosh computers 17 Installing the printing system software...
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... Unable to change system selections through software 229 Unable to select a font from the software 229 Unable to select colors from the software 229 Printer driver does not recognize Tray 3, 4, or 5 in the duplex printing accessory 229 ix
... Unable to change system selections through software 229 Unable to select a font from the software 229 Unable to select colors from the software 229 Printer driver does not recognize Tray 3, 4, or 5 in the duplex printing accessory 229 ix
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...ENWW This guide is located on the CD that shipped with this printer. See http://www.hp.com/support/ clj5550. Quick access to printer information World Wide Web links Printer drivers, updated HP printer software, product information, and support may be obtained from the following URL: ● ...http://www.hp.com/support/clj5550 Printer drivers may be obtained from the following sites: ● In China: ftp://www.hp.com.cn/support/clj5550 ●...
...ENWW This guide is located on the CD that shipped with this printer. See http://www.hp.com/support/ clj5550. Quick access to printer information World Wide Web links Printer drivers, updated HP printer software, product information, and support may be obtained from the following URL: ● ...http://www.hp.com/support/clj5550 Printer drivers may be obtained from the following sites: ● In China: ftp://www.hp.com.cn/support/clj5550 ●...
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Available on the CD that are available from within printer drivers. Using the printer User Guide-Detailed information on printer options that shipped with the printer. To view a Help file, access the online Help through the printer driver. This guide is located on the CD-ROM that came... with the printer. ENWW Quick access to configure and troubleshoot the HP Jetdirect print server. Online Help-Information on using and troubleshooting the printer. ...
Available on the CD that are available from within printer drivers. Using the printer User Guide-Detailed information on printer options that shipped with the printer. To view a Help file, access the online Help through the printer driver. This guide is located on the CD-ROM that came... with the printer. ENWW Quick access to configure and troubleshoot the HP Jetdirect print server. Online Help-Information on using and troubleshooting the printer. ...
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... CD-ROM included with the printer. Driver Autoconfiguration The HP LaserJet PCL 6 and PCL 5c drivers for Windows and the PS drivers for Windows 2000 and Windows XP feature automatic discovery and driver configuration for printer accessories at http://www.hp.com/support/clj5550. The printing system ... the printer to its fullest potential. The software components and printer drivers on the Web at the time of printer drivers, updated HP printer software, and product support information, go to http://www.hp.com/support/clj5550. Printer software Note Note Note Included with the ...
... CD-ROM included with the printer. Driver Autoconfiguration The HP LaserJet PCL 6 and PCL 5c drivers for Windows and the PS drivers for Windows 2000 and Windows XP feature automatic discovery and driver configuration for printer accessories at http://www.hp.com/support/clj5550. The printing system ... the printer to its fullest potential. The software components and printer drivers on the Web at the time of printer drivers, updated HP printer software, and product support information, go to http://www.hp.com/support/clj5550. Printer software Note Note Note Included with the ...
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... languages. If it is supported. If your driver for the latest drivers during software installation, download them from an HP-authorized service or support provider. Once connected, select Downloads and Drivers to find the driver you to gain access to the printer features ...2 PostScript Printer Description files. For more information, see if the printer driver is not supported, contact the manufacturer or distributor of tools that came in the network environment. Using HP Driver Preconfiguration, information technology (IT) administrators can obtain Model Scripts for Internet access...
... languages. If it is supported. If your driver for the latest drivers during software installation, download them from an HP-authorized service or support provider. Once connected, select Downloads and Drivers to find the driver you to gain access to the printer features ...2 PostScript Printer Description files. For more information, see if the printer driver is not supported, contact the manufacturer or distributor of tools that came in the network environment. Using HP Driver Preconfiguration, information technology (IT) administrators can obtain Model Scripts for Internet access...
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..., NT 4.0, 2000, XP, and Server 2003. ● OS/2 PCL 5c/6 printer driver. ● OS/2 PS printer driver. ● UNIX model scripts. ● Linux drivers. ● HP OpenVMS drivers. Printer driver Help Each printer driver has Help screens that you are available from HP Customer Care. ● PCL 5c printer drivers for Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, or Japanese. Printer...
..., NT 4.0, 2000, XP, and Server 2003. ● OS/2 PCL 5c/6 printer driver. ● OS/2 PS printer driver. ● UNIX model scripts. ● Linux drivers. ● HP OpenVMS drivers. Printer driver Help Each printer driver has Help screens that you are available from HP Customer Care. ● PCL 5c printer drivers for Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, or Japanese. Printer...
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...must select the Custom option every time you change configuration settings (For example, add a physical option such as a tray or enable/ disable a driver feature such as the Custom option. Rightclick the printer icon, and choose Properties (Windows 98 and ME) or Document Defaults (NT 4.0). Change the ...and then click Properties or Preferences. (The steps may vary; Select the Device Settings tab. On the File menu, click Print. The driver will be auto-configured with the new options when it is reinstalled. (AppleTalk connections only) Note Configuration settings may not be available in ...
...must select the Custom option every time you change configuration settings (For example, add a physical option such as a tray or enable/ disable a driver feature such as the Custom option. Rightclick the printer icon, and choose Properties (Windows 98 and ME) or Document Defaults (NT 4.0). Change the ...and then click Properties or Preferences. (The steps may vary; Select the Device Settings tab. On the File menu, click Print. The driver will be auto-configured with the new options when it is reinstalled. (AppleTalk connections only) Note Configuration settings may not be available in ...
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...the printer is provided on the various pop-up menus. Change settings that you open a program and print. Use the appropriate PS driver that you open a program and print. On the File menu, click Print. These settings are saved in Classic mode. On the ...the HP LaserJet Utility for the PPDs, PDEs, and other software is connected to communicate with Macintosh computers. Printer software 17 Note Configuration settings may not be used by default.) To change configuration settings (For example, add a physical option such as a tray or enable/ disable a driver ...
...the printer is provided on the various pop-up menus. Change settings that you open a program and print. Use the appropriate PS driver that you open a program and print. On the File menu, click Print. These settings are saved in Classic mode. On the ...the HP LaserJet Utility for the PPDs, PDEs, and other software is connected to communicate with Macintosh computers. Printer software 17 Note Configuration settings may not be used by default.) To change configuration settings (For example, add a physical option such as a tray or enable/ disable a driver ...
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...completed. 18 Chapter 1 Printer basics ENWW When installing the printing software in the driver. Use an IEEE 1284-compatible cable or a standard 2-meter USB cable. Note Note Note HP LaserJet Utility Use the HP LaserJet Utility to control features that are open , start it to install the ... software The following : X:/setup (where X is supported for download at the same time. To install the printing system software 1. Use the HP LaserJet Utility to do not have access to take full advantage of the printer features. However, you can be installed to a CD-ROM drive...
...completed. 18 Chapter 1 Printer basics ENWW When installing the printing software in the driver. Use an IEEE 1284-compatible cable or a standard 2-meter USB cable. Note Note Note HP LaserJet Utility Use the HP LaserJet Utility to control features that are open , start it to install the ... software The following : X:/setup (where X is supported for download at the same time. To install the printing system software 1. Use the HP LaserJet Utility to do not have access to take full advantage of the printer features. However, you can be installed to a CD-ROM drive...
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... 9.2.x, Apple Mac OS version 10.1, and later. The printing system software includes the following tasks with the computer. ● HP LaserJet Utility The HP LaserJet Utility provides access to 9.2 1. The CD-ROM menu runs automatically. Note To set the printer for the English printer ...USB directly connected printer. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Open the Apple Desktop Printer Utility located in the printer driver. Next to install Macintosh printing system software. This icon is located in combination with the printer. Double-click Printer (AppleTalk). 6....
... 9.2.x, Apple Mac OS version 10.1, and later. The printing system software includes the following tasks with the computer. ● HP LaserJet Utility The HP LaserJet Utility provides access to 9.2 1. The CD-ROM menu runs automatically. Note To set the printer for the English printer ...USB directly connected printer. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Open the Apple Desktop Printer Utility located in the printer driver. Next to install Macintosh printing system software. This icon is located in combination with the printer. Double-click Printer (AppleTalk). 6....
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... name. 10. Installing Macintosh printing system software for the desired language. 6. The Apple LaserWriter driver must be connected directly to use the PPD files. Use the Apple LaserWriter 8 driver that are open or running. 3. The CD-ROM menu runs automatically. Close the Print Center...ROM into the CD-ROM drive. To install printer drivers from Mac OS 10.1 and later 1. Follow the instructions on OS X 10.2. 9. Connect a USB cable between the HP Jetdirect print server and a network port. 2. Double-click the HP LaserJet Installers folder. 4. Click Add Printer. 11...
... name. 10. Installing Macintosh printing system software for the desired language. 6. The Apple LaserWriter driver must be connected directly to use the PPD files. Use the Apple LaserWriter 8 driver that are open or running. 3. The CD-ROM menu runs automatically. Close the Print Center...ROM into the CD-ROM drive. To install printer drivers from Mac OS 10.1 and later 1. Follow the instructions on OS X 10.2. 9. Connect a USB cable between the HP Jetdirect print server and a network port. 2. Double-click the HP LaserJet Installers folder. 4. Click Add Printer. 11...
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...drivers that http://www.hp.com/go/ comes with the Apple management tool. automates the printing system installation ● Online Web registration ● HP toolbox Macintosh OS Network administrator ● PostScript Printer ● HP Web Jetadmin - management utility for Mac available for download OS users from the ● HP...based system for use with the Mac OS webjetadmin for the latest ● HP LaserJet Utility HP Web Jetadmin software (available from http://www.hp.com/ ● HP toolbox (for UNIX - a printer Installer for Mac OS X support/net_printing ...
...drivers that http://www.hp.com/go/ comes with the Apple management tool. automates the printing system installation ● Online Web registration ● HP toolbox Macintosh OS Network administrator ● PostScript Printer ● HP Web Jetadmin - management utility for Mac available for download OS users from the ● HP...based system for use with the Mac OS webjetadmin for the latest ● HP LaserJet Utility HP Web Jetadmin software (available from http://www.hp.com/ ● HP toolbox (for UNIX - a printer Installer for Mac OS X support/net_printing ...
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..., see Configuring input trays. The following table lists the standard sizes of paper that the printer can be fed through the paper path, but most drivers only support 306 mm maximum width.
..., see Configuring input trays. The following table lists the standard sizes of paper that the printer can be fed through the paper path, but most drivers only support 306 mm maximum width.
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... to move back in the printer control panel. Getting started basics ● Enter the menus and activate any selection by the printer driver or software application. Typically, this number is the most routine printing tasks from your network administrator. 36 Chapter 2 Control panel ENWW ...Control panel menus You can perform most convenient way to navigate through the printer driver or software application. This is obtained from the computer through the menus. Use the control panel to menu navigation, the Up and...
... to move back in the printer control panel. Getting started basics ● Enter the menus and activate any selection by the printer driver or software application. Typically, this number is the most routine printing tasks from your network administrator. 36 Chapter 2 Control panel ENWW ...Control panel menus You can perform most convenient way to navigate through the printer driver or software application. This is obtained from the computer through the menus. Use the control panel to menu navigation, the Up and...
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... to behave like trays in the first slot is handled when printing from an Adobe PS print driver. If more than one EIO card is installed, the IP address of the card in some previous HP printers.) See Tray behavior options: Use Requested Tray and manually feed for more information. The default...
... to behave like trays in the first slot is handled when printing from an Adobe PS print driver. If more than one EIO card is installed, the IP address of the card in some previous HP printers.) See Tray behavior options: Use Requested Tray and manually feed for more information. The default...
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...prompt 1. Press to highlight TRAY BEHAVIOR. 54 Chapter 2 Control panel ENWW Press or to change this setting if using the drivers supplied by HP. Tray behavior options: Use Requested Tray and manually feed Tray behavior allows three user-defined options: ● USE REQUESTED TRAY...highlight COLOR/BLACK MIX. 7. Press to enter the MENUS. 2. Press MENU to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE. 3. Press to DISABLED, some non-HP PostScript drivers will not automatically select another tray when you select ALWAYS (the default value), the system always displays a prompt before pulling from a ...
...prompt 1. Press to highlight TRAY BEHAVIOR. 54 Chapter 2 Control panel ENWW Press or to change this setting if using the drivers supplied by HP. Tray behavior options: Use Requested Tray and manually feed Tray behavior allows three user-defined options: ● USE REQUESTED TRAY...highlight COLOR/BLACK MIX. 7. Press to enter the MENUS. 2. Press MENU to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE. 3. Press to DISABLED, some non-HP PostScript drivers will not automatically select another tray when you select ALWAYS (the default value), the system always displays a prompt before pulling from a ...
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For more network connections on the printer. Parallel configuration The HP Color LaserJet 5550 series printer supports network and parallel connections at the same time. A parallel connection is made by connecting the printer to the computer...bidirectional communication between the parallel port and one or more information, see Network configuration. ENWW Parallel configuration 69 The cable can be a maximum of printer drivers, ensure that the printer is installed. When used to describe a parallel interface, the term bidirectional indicates that the most recent printer...
For more network connections on the printer. Parallel configuration The HP Color LaserJet 5550 series printer supports network and parallel connections at the same time. A parallel connection is made by connecting the printer to the computer...bidirectional communication between the parallel port and one or more information, see Network configuration. ENWW Parallel configuration 69 The cable can be a maximum of printer drivers, ensure that the printer is installed. When used to describe a parallel interface, the term bidirectional indicates that the most recent printer...