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LaserJet Pro MFP M225, M226

User Guide

M225dn
M225rdn
M226dn

www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225
www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226

M225dw
M226dw

HP LaserJet Pro MFP M225, M226
User Guide

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Part number: CF484-90901
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Table of contents

1 Product introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 1
Product comparison .............................................................................................................................................. 2
Power consumption, electrical specifications, and acoustic emissions ............................................ 5
Operating-environment specifications ............................................................................................... 5
Product views ........................................................................................................................................................ 6
Product front view ............................................................................................................................... 6
Product back view ............................................................................................................................... 7
Control-panel views ............................................................................................................................ 8
M225dn, M225rdn, and M226dn control panel ................................................................ 8
M225dw and M226dw control panel .............................................................................. 10
Product hardware setup and software installation ............................................................................................ 12
2 Paper trays ................................................................................................................................................. 13
Supported paper sizes and types ........................................................................................................................ 14
Supported paper sizes ...................................................................................................................... 14
Supported paper types ..................................................................................................................... 16
Load the priority input tray (Tray 1) .................................................................................................................... 17
Load the main input tray (Tray 2) ........................................................................................................................ 19
3 Parts, supplies, and accessories ................................................................................................................... 23
Order parts, accessories, and supplies ............................................................................................................... 24
Ordering ............................................................................................................................................. 24
Supplies and accessories .................................................................................................................. 24
Replace the toner cartridge ................................................................................................................................. 25
4 Print ........................................................................................................................................................... 29
Print tasks (Windows) .......................................................................................................................................... 30
How to print (Windows) ..................................................................................................................... 30
Automatically print on both sides (Windows) .................................................................................. 32
Manually print on both sides (Windows) .......................................................................................... 33
Print multiple pages per sheet (Windows) ....................................................................................... 34

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Select the paper type (Windows) ...................................................................................................... 35
Additional print tasks ........................................................................................................................ 35
Print tasks (Mac OS X) .......................................................................................................................................... 36
How to print (OS X) ............................................................................................................................ 36
Automatically print on both sides (OS X) .......................................................................................... 36
Manually print on both sides (OS X) .................................................................................................. 36
Print multiple pages per sheet (OS X) ............................................................................................... 37
Select the paper type (OS X) ............................................................................................................. 37
Additional print tasks ........................................................................................................................ 37
Set up HP Wireless Direct Printing ...................................................................................................................... 38
Mobile printing ..................................................................................................................................................... 39
HP ePrint via email ............................................................................................................................ 39
HP ePrint software ............................................................................................................................ 40
AirPrint ............................................................................................................................................... 40
Use walk-up USB printing (dw models only) ....................................................................................................... 41
5 Copy ........................................................................................................................................................... 43
Make a copy ......................................................................................................................................................... 44
Copy on both sides (duplex) ................................................................................................................................ 45
Copy on both sides automatically ..................................................................................................... 45
Copy on both sides manually ............................................................................................................ 45
6 Scan ........................................................................................................................................................... 47
Scan by using the HP Scan software (Windows) ................................................................................................. 48
Scan by using the HP Scan software (Mac) ......................................................................................................... 49
Set up Scan to E-mail (touchscreen models only) .............................................................................................. 50
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 50
Use the Scan to E-Mail Wizard (Windows) ........................................................................................ 50
Set up the Scan to Email feature via the HP Embedded Web Server (Windows) ............................. 50
Set up the Scan to Email feature via the HP Embedded Web Server (OS X) .................................... 51
Set up Scan to Network Folder (touchscreen models only) ............................................................................... 54
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 54
Use the Scan to Network Folder Setup Wizard (Windows) ............................................................... 54
Set up the Scan to Network Folder feature via the HP Embedded Web Server (Windows) ............. 54
Set up the Scan to Network Folder feature via the HP Embedded Web Server (OS X) .................... 55
Scan to a USB flash drive (touchscreen models only) ........................................................................................ 57
Scan to email (touchscreen models only) ........................................................................................................... 58
Scan to a network folder (touchscreen models only) ......................................................................................... 59

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7 Fax ............................................................................................................................................................. 61
Set up to send and receive faxes ......................................................................................................................... 62
Before starting .................................................................................................................................. 62
Step 1: Identify the phone connection type ..................................................................................... 62
Step 2: Set up the fax ........................................................................................................................ 63
Dedicated phone line ...................................................................................................... 63
Shared voice/fax line ...................................................................................................... 64
Shared voice/fax line with an answering machine ........................................................ 65
Step 3: Configure the fax time, date, and header ............................................................................ 67
HP Fax Setup Wizard ....................................................................................................... 67
Product control panel ..................................................................................................... 67
HP Device Toolbox .......................................................................................................... 68
HP Embedded Web Server .............................................................................................. 68
Step 4: Run a fax test ........................................................................................................................ 68
Step 5 (Optional): Configure settings for receiving digital faxes (Windows) ................................... 69
Send a fax ............................................................................................................................................................ 70
Fax from the flatbed scanner ........................................................................................................... 70
Fax from the document feeder ......................................................................................................... 70
Send a fax using the HP software (Windows) ................................................................................... 72
8 Manage the product ..................................................................................................................................... 73
Use HP Web Services applications (touchscreen models only) .......................................................................... 74
Change the product connection type (Windows) ................................................................................................ 75
Advanced configuration with HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) and HP Device Toolbox (Windows) ................ 76
Advanced configuration with HP Utility for Mac OS X ......................................................................................... 79
Open HP Utility .................................................................................................................................. 79
HP Utility features ............................................................................................................................. 79
Configure IP network settings ............................................................................................................................. 81
Printer sharing disclaimer ................................................................................................................. 81
View or change network settings ..................................................................................................... 81
Rename the product on a network ................................................................................................... 81
Manually configure IPv4 TCP/IP parameters from the control panel .............................................. 82
HP Web Jetadmin ................................................................................................................................................. 83
Product security features .................................................................................................................................... 84
Set or change the product password using the HP Embedded Web Server .................................... 84
Economy settings ................................................................................................................................................ 85
Print with EconoMode ....................................................................................................................... 85
Configure the Sleep/Auto Off After setting ...................................................................................... 85
Update the firmware ........................................................................................................................................... 87
Method one: Update the firmware using the control panel ............................................................. 87
Method two: Update the firmware using the Firmware Update Utility ............................................ 88

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9 Solve problems ........................................................................................................................................... 89
Customer support ................................................................................................................................................ 90
Control panel help system (touchscreen models only) ...................................................................................... 91
Restore the factory-set defaults ........................................................................................................................ 92
A Cartridge is low or Cartridge is very low message displays on the product control panel ............................. 93
Enable or disable the Very Low settings .......................................................................................... 93
Product does not pick up paper or misfeeds ...................................................................................................... 95
The product does not pick up paper ................................................................................................. 95
The product picks up multiple sheets of paper ................................................................................ 95
The document feeder jams, skews, or picks up multiple sheets of paper ...................................... 95
Clean the pickup rollers and separation pad in the document feeder ............................................. 96
Clear jams ............................................................................................................................................................ 98
Jam locations .................................................................................................................................... 98
Experiencing frequent or recurring paper jams? .............................................................................. 98
Clear jams in the document feeder ................................................................................................. 100
Clear jams in the toner-cartridge area ........................................................................................... 102
Clear jams in the output bin ............................................................................................................ 105
Clear jams in the duplexer .............................................................................................................. 108
Improve print quality ......................................................................................................................................... 110
Print from a different software program ....................................................................................... 110
Set the paper-type setting for the print job ................................................................................... 110
Check the paper-type setting (Windows) ..................................................................... 110
Check the paper type setting (OS X) ............................................................................. 111
Check the toner-cartridge status ................................................................................................... 111
Clean the product ............................................................................................................................ 111
Print a cleaning page .................................................................................................... 111
Check the scanner glass for dirt and smudges ............................................................ 112
Inspect the toner cartridge for damage ......................................................................................... 112
Check the paper and printing environment .................................................................................... 113
Use paper that meets HP specifications ...................................................................... 113
Check the product environment ................................................................................... 113
Check other print job settings ......................................................................................................... 113
Check the EconoMode settings .................................................................................... 113
Try a different print driver .............................................................................................................. 115
Improve copy and scan quality ......................................................................................................................... 116
Check the scanner glass for dirt and smudges ............................................................................... 116
Check the paper settings ................................................................................................................ 116
Optimize for text or pictures .......................................................................................................... 116
Edge-to-edge copying .................................................................................................................... 117
Clean the pickup rollers and separation pad in the document feeder ........................................... 118
Improve fax image quality ................................................................................................................................ 119

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Check the scanner glass for dirt or smudges ................................................................................. 119
Check the send-fax resolution setting ........................................................................................... 119
Check the lightness/darkness setting ............................................................................................ 119
Check the Error Correction setting ................................................................................................. 120
Check the Fit-to-Page setting ......................................................................................................... 121
Clean the pickup rollers and separation pad in the document feeder ........................................... 121
Send to a different fax machine ..................................................................................................... 122
Check the sender's fax machine ..................................................................................................... 122
Solve wired network problems ......................................................................................................................... 123
Poor physical connection ................................................................................................................ 123
The computer is using the incorrect IP address for the product ................................................... 123
The computer is unable to communicate with the product ........................................................... 123
The product is using incorrect link and duplex settings for the network ...................................... 124
New software programs might be causing compatibility problems ............................................. 124
The computer or workstation might be set up incorrectly ............................................................ 124
The product is disabled, or other network settings are incorrect ................................................. 124
Solve wireless network problems ..................................................................................................................... 125
Wireless connectivity checklist ....................................................................................................... 125
The product does not print after the wireless configuration completes ...................................... 126
The product does not print, and the computer has a third-party firewall installed ..................... 126
The wireless connection does not work after moving the wireless router or product ................. 126
Cannot connect more computers to the wireless product ............................................................. 126
The wireless product loses communication when connected to a VPN ........................................ 126
The network does not appear in the wireless networks list .......................................................... 126
The wireless network is not functioning ........................................................................................ 127
Perform a wireless network diagnostic test .................................................................................. 127
Reduce interference on a wireless network ................................................................................... 127
Solve fax problems ............................................................................................................................................ 128
Check the hardware setup .............................................................................................................. 128
Faxes are sending slowly ................................................................................................................ 129
Fax quality is poor ........................................................................................................................... 130
Fax cuts off or prints on two pages ................................................................................................ 130
Index ........................................................................................................................................................... 131

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Product introduction

●

Product comparison

●

Product views

●

Product hardware setup and software installation

For more information:
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
HP's all-inclusive help for the product includes the following information:

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Install and configure

●

Learn and use

●

Solve problems

●

Download software updates

●

Join support forums

●

Find warranty and regulatory information

1

Product comparison
Model name

M225dn

M226dn

M225rdn

M225dw

M226dw

Product number

CF484A

C6N22A

CF486A

CF485A

C6N23A

Height

371 mm (14.6 in)

371 mm (14.6 in)

371 mm (14.6 in)

371 mm (14.6 in)

371 mm (14.6 in)

Depth

408 mm (16.1 in)

408 mm (16.1 in)

408 mm (16.1 in)

408 mm (16.1 in)

408 mm (16.1 in)

Width

443 mm (17.4 in)

443 mm (17.4 in)

443 mm (17.4 in)

443 mm (17.4 in)

443 mm (17.4 in)

Weight, with toner
cartridge

11.0 kg (24.3 lb)

11.0 kg (24.3 lb)

11.1 kg (24.4 lb)

11.0 kg (24.3 lb)

11.0 kg (24.3 lb)

Product
dimensions

Paper handling

Priority input tray
(Tray 1, 10-sheet
capacity)
Main input tray
(Tray 2, 250-sheet
capacity)
Standard output
bin (100-sheet
capacity)
Automatic duplex
printing

Supported
operating
systems

Windows XP, 32bit, SP2 and
greater
Windows Vista,
32-bit and 64-bit
Windows 7, 32-bit
and 64-bit
Windows 8, 32-bit
and 64-bit
Windows 8.1, 32bit and 64-bit
Windows 2003
Server 32-bit, SP1
and higher, print
and scan drivers
only
Windows 2003
Server 64-bit, SP1
and higher, print
driver only by
using Add Printer
Wizard
Windows 2003
Server, Standard
Edition and
Enterprise Edition,
print and scan
drivers only

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Model name

M225dn

M226dn

M225rdn

M225dw

M226dw

Product number

CF484A

C6N22A

CF486A

CF485A

C6N23A

Windows 2003 R2
Server 32-bit,
Standard and
Enterprise
editions, print and
scan drivers only
Windows 2003 R2
Server 64-bit,
Standard and
Enterprise
editions, print
driver only by
using Add Printer
Wizard
Windows 2008
Server, 32-bit and
64-bit, (SP1 and
higher) print and
scan drivers only
Windows 2008 R2
Server 64-bit,
print and scan
drivers only
Windows 2008 R2
Server 64-bit, SP1,
print and scan
drivers only
Windows 2008
Server, Standard
and Enterprise
editions, print and
scan drivers only
Windows 2012 R2
Server 64-bit,
print driver only by
using Add Printer
Wizard
Windows 2012
Server 64-bit,
print driver only by
using Add Printer
Wizard
Mac OS X v10.7 –
v10.9
Supported print
and scan drivers
for Windows

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HP PCL6 discrete
print driver
This driver is
included on the inbox CD as the
default print
driver.

Product comparison

3

Model name

M225dn

M226dn

M225rdn

M225dw

M226dw

Product number

CF484A

C6N22A

CF486A

CF485A

C6N23A

HP Scan driver
This driver is
included on the inbox CD.
HP UPD PCL5c
print driver
Available for
download
HP UPD PCL6 print
driver
Available for
download
HP UPD PS print
driver
Available for
download
Connectivity

Hi-Speed USB 2.0
10/100 Ethernet
LAN connection
Wireless network
connection
Walk-up USB port
for printing and
scanning without a
computer

Memory

256 MB RAM

Control-panel
display

2-line LCD
Color graphical
touchscreen

Print

Prints 25 pages
per minute (ppm)
on A4-size paper
and 26 ppm on
Letter-size paper

Copy

Flatbed scanner
supports paper up
to A4 or Lettersize
Document feeder
supports paper up
to Legal size
(Copies up to 15
ppm)

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Model name

M225dn

M226dn

M225rdn

M225dw

M226dw

Product number

CF484A

C6N22A

CF486A

CF485A

C6N23A

Copy resolution is
300 dots per inch
(dpi)
Scan

Flatbed scanner
supports paper up
to A4 or Lettersize
Document feeder
supports paper up
to Legal size
Scan resolution up
to 1200 dpi
Scans in color
Integrated Optical
Character
Recognition (OCR)
software adds
support for
additional OCR file
types in HP Scan:
Searchable PDFs
(.pdf), Rich Text
(.rtf), and Text
(.txt)
Scan to email
Scan to network
folder
Scan to USB

Fax

V.34 with two
RJ-11 fax ports

Power consumption, electrical specifications, and acoustic emissions
See www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226 for current information.
CAUTION: Power requirements are based on the country/region where the product is sold. Do not convert
operating voltages. This will damage the product and void the product warranty.

Operating-environment specifications

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Environment

Recommended

Allowed

Temperature

17° to 25°C (62.6° to 77°F)

15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)

Relative humidity

30% to 70% relative humidity (RH)

10% to 80% RH

Altitude

Not applicable

0 to 3048 m (0 to 10,000 ft)

Product comparison

5

Product views
●

Product front view

●

Product back view

●

Control-panel views

Product front view
2

1

3
4

10

9

11

5
8

7

6
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1

Handle for lifting the scanner cover

2

Document feeder input tray (lift the tray to clear jams)

3

Document feeder output bin

4

Control panel (tilts up for easier viewing)

dw

dn models: LCD control panel
dw models: Graphical touchscreen control panel

6

5

Power on/off button

6

Model name

7

Priority input tray (Tray 1)

8

Main input tray (Tray 2)

9

Output bin

10

Handle for opening the top cover (access to the toner cartridge and for clearing jams)

11

Walk-up USB port for printing and scanning without a computer (dw models only)

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Product back view

1

2

8
3
7

4
6

1

Rear door (access for clearing jams)

2

Ethernet port

3

Hi-Speed USB 2.0

4

Fax "line in" port for attaching the fax phone line to the product

5

Telephone "line out" port for attaching an extension phone, answering machine, or other device
NOTE:

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This port is covered with a rubber cap. Pull the cap down from the top edge to access the port.

6

Power connection

7

Product number and serial number label

8

Slot for cable-type security lock

Product views

7

Control-panel views
M225dn, M225rdn, and M226dn control panel

1

2

3 4

5 6

7

8
17
16

9

15

8

14 13

12

11

10

1

Start Fax button

Starts a fax job

2

Attention light

Indicates the product has an error, a tray is empty, or other condition requiring attention

3

Ready light

Indicates the product is ready

4

Setup button

Opens the Setup menu

5

Left arrow button

Moves the cursor to the left or scrolls through menu options

6

OK button

Confirms a setting or an action to proceed

7

Right arrow button

Moves the cursor to the right or scrolls through menu options

8

Power on/off button

Turns the product on or off

9

Cancel button

Clears settings, cancels the current job, or exits the current menu

10

Copy Settings button

Opens the Copy Settings menu

11

Lighter/Darker button

Adjusts the darkness setting for the current copy job

12

Number of Copies button

Sets the number of copies

13

Back button

Returns to the previous screen

14

Start Copy button

Starts a copy job

15

ePrint button

Opens the Web Services menu

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Numeric keypad

Use the keypad to enter fax numbers or select menu options

17

Fax Redial button

Recalls the fax number used for the previous fax job

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Product views

9

M225dw and M226dw control panel

1

2

3

4

5

6

20

7

19

8

18

9
10

17

16

15 14 13

12

11

1

HP Web Services button

Provides quick access to HP Web Services features, including
HP ePrint

2

Setup button

Opens the Setup menu

3

Wireless button

Provides access to the Wireless menu and wireless status
information
NOTE: When the product is connected to a wireless network,
this icon changes to a set of signal strength bars.

4

Network button

Provides access to network settings and information
NOTE: This button displays only when the product is
connected to a network.

5

Information button

Provides product status information

6

Supplies button

Provides information about supplies status

7

Help button

Provides access to the control-panel help system

8

Power on/off button

Turns the product on or off

9

Right arrow button

Moves the cursor to the right or moves the display to the next
screen
NOTE: This button illuminates only when the current screen
can use this feature.

10

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Cancel button

Clears settings, cancels the current job, or exits the current
screen
NOTE: This button illuminates only when the current screen
can use this feature.

11

Apps button

Provides access to the Apps menu to print directly from select
Web applications

12

Fax button

Provides access to the fax feature

13

Scan button

Provides access to the scan features:
●

Scan to USB Drive

●

Scan to Network Folder

●

Scan to E-mail

14

USB button

Provides access to the USB Flash Drive menu

15

Copy button

Provides access to the copy feature

16

Product status

Provides information about the overall product status

17

Back button

Returns to the previous screen
NOTE: This button illuminates only when the current screen
can use this feature.

18

Left arrow button

Moves the cursor to the left or moves the display to the
previous screen
NOTE: This button illuminates only when the current screen
can use this feature.

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Home button

Provides access to the Home screen

20

Wireless light

Indicates the wireless network is enabled. The light blinks
while the product is establishing a connection to the wireless
network.

Product views

11

Product hardware setup and software installation
For basic setup instructions, see the Hardware Installation Guide that came with the product. For additional
instructions, go to HP support on the Web.
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226 for HP's all-inclusive help for the
product. Find the following support:

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●

Install and configure

●

Learn and use

●

Solve problems

●

Download software updates

●

Join support forums

●

Find warranty and regulatory information

Chapter 1 Product introduction

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Paper trays

●

Supported paper sizes and types

●

Load the priority input tray (Tray 1)

●

Load the main input tray (Tray 2)

For more information:
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
HP's all-inclusive help for the product includes the following information:

ENWW

●

Install and configure

●

Learn and use

●

Solve problems

●

Download software updates

●

Join support forums

●

Find warranty and regulatory information

13

Supported paper sizes and types
●

Supported paper sizes

●

Supported paper types

Supported paper sizes
NOTE:

To obtain the best results, select the correct paper size and type in the print driver before printing.

Size

Dimensions

Letter

216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in)

Legal

216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in)

Executive

184 x 267 mm (7.3 x 10.5 in)

Oficio 8.5 x 13

216 x 330 mm (8.5 x 13 in)

4x6

102 x 152 mm (4 x 6 in)

5x8

127 x 203 mm (5 x 8 in)

A4

210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in)

A5

148 x 210 mm (5.8 x 8.3 in)

A6

105 x 148 mm (4.1 x 5.8 in)

B5 (JIS)

182 x 257 mm (7.2 x 10.1 in)

B6 (JIS)

129 x 182 mm (5.1 x 7.2 in)

10 x 15cm

102 x 152 mm (4 x 6 in)

Oficio 216 x 340 mm

216 x 340 mm (8.5 x 13.4 in)

16K

195 x 270 mm (7.7 x 10.6 in)

16K

184 x 260 mm (7.2 x 10.3 in)

16K

197 x 273 mm (7.8 x 10.8 in)

Japanese Postcard

100 x 148 mm (3.9 x 5.8 in)

Priority input tray
(Tray 1)

Main input tray (Tray
2)

Auto duplex

Postcard (JIS)
Double Japan
Postcard Rotated

200 x 148 mm (7.9 x 5.8 in)

Double Postcard (JIS)
Envelope #10

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105 x 241 mm (4.1 x 9.5 in)

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Dimensions

Envelope Monarch

98 x 191 mm (3.9 x 7.5 in)

Envelope B5

176 x 250 mm (6.9 x 9.8 in)

Envelope C5

162 x 229 mm (6.4 x 9 in)

Envelope DL

110 x 220 mm (4.3 x 8.7 in)

Custom

76 x 127 mm to 216 x 356 mm (3 x 5 in to
8.5 x 14 in)

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Priority input tray
(Tray 1)

Main input tray (Tray
2)

Auto duplex

Supported paper sizes and types

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Supported paper types
NOTE:

To obtain the best results, select the correct paper size and type in the print driver before printing.

Type

Single-sided or manual duplex

Auto duplex

Plain
HP EcoSMART Lite
Light 60–74g
Intermediate 85–95g
Midweight 96–110g
Heavy 111–130g
Extra Heavy 131–175g
Transparency
Labels
Letterhead
Envelope
Preprinted
Prepunched
Colored
Bond
Recycled
Rough
Vellum

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Load the priority input tray (Tray 1)
NOTE: When you add new paper, make sure that you remove all of the paper from the input tray and
straighten the stack. Do not fan the paper. This reduces jams by preventing multiple sheets of paper from
feeding through the product at one time. Use paper that is not wrinkled, folded, or damaged.
1.

Load the paper face-up with the top forward in
the input tray.
The orientation of the paper in the tray varies
depending on the type of print job. For additional
information, see Table 2-1 Tray 1 paper
orientation on page 17.

2.

Adjust the paper guides until they are snug
against the paper.

Table 2-1 Tray 1 paper orientation
Paper type

Duplex mode

How to load paper

Preprinted or letterhead

1-sided printing or manual 2-sided
printing

Face-up

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Top edge leading into the product

Load the priority input tray (Tray 1)

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Paper type

Duplex mode

How to load paper

Prepunched

1-sided printing or manual 2-sided
printing

Face-up

1-sided printing

Face-up

Envelopes

Holes toward the left side of the product

Top edge toward the right of the tray, postage end entering
the product last

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NOTE: When adding new paper, make sure to remove all of the paper from the input tray and straighten the
stack. Do not fan the paper. This reduces jams by preventing multiple sheets of paper from feeding through
the product at one time. Use paper that is not wrinkled, folded, or damaged.
1.

Open the dust cover.

2.

Load the paper into the tray. Make sure that the
paper fits under the tabs and below the
maximum-height indicators.
The orientation of the paper in the tray varies
depending on the type of print job. For additional
information, see Table 2-2 Tray 2 paper
orientation on page 21.

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3.

Adjust the paper guides until they are snug
against the paper.

4.

Close the dust cover.

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Paper type

Duplex mode

How to load paper

Preprinted or letterhead

1-sided printing or 2-sided printing

Face-up
Top edge leading into the product

Prepunched

1-sided printing or 2-sided printing

Face-up
Holes toward the left side of the product

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Parts, supplies, and accessories

●

Order parts, accessories, and supplies

●

Replace the toner cartridge

For more information:
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
HP's all-inclusive help for the product includes the following information:

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Install and configure

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Learn and use

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Solve problems

●

Download software updates

●

Join support forums

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Find warranty and regulatory information

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Order parts, accessories, and supplies
Ordering
Order supplies and paper

www.hp.com/go/suresupply

Order genuine HP parts or accessories

www.hp.com/buy/parts

Order through service or support providers

Contact an HP-authorized service or support provider.

Order using the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)

To access, in a supported Web browser on your computer, enter
the product IP address or host name in the address/URL field. The
EWS contains a link to the HP SureSupply Web site, which
provides options for purchasing Original HP supplies.

Supplies and accessories

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Item

Description

Part number

HP 83A Toner Cartridge

Replacement toner cartridge

CF283A

HP 83X Toner Cartridge

High-capacity replacement toner cartridge

CF283X

HP 88A Toner Cartridge

Replacement toner cartridge for China and India
only

CC388A

USB cable

2-meter standard USB-compatible device
connector

C6518A

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When a toner cartridge approaches the end of useful life, you are prompted to order a replacement. You can
continue printing with the current cartridge until redistributing the toner no longer yields acceptable print
quality.
A second message displays on the control panel when the toner cartridge reaches the “very low” state.
1.

Lift the scanner assembly.

2.

Open the top cover.

3.

Remove the toner cartridge.

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4.

Remove the new toner cartridge from the bag.
Place the used toner cartridge in the bag for
recycling.

5.

Grasp both sides of the toner cartridge and
distribute the toner by gently rocking the
cartridge.
CAUTION: Do not touch the shutter or the
surface of the roller.

6.

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Bend the tab on the left side of the cartridge until
the tab breaks loose. Pull the tab until all the
tape is removed from the cartridge. Place the tab
and tape in the toner cartridge box to return for
recycling.

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7.

Align the toner cartridge with the tracks inside
the product, and then insert the toner cartridge
until it is firmly seated.

8.

Close the top cover.

9.

Lower the scanner assembly.

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Print

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Print tasks (Windows)

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Print tasks (Mac OS X)

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Set up HP Wireless Direct Printing

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Mobile printing

●

Use walk-up USB printing (dw models only)

For more information:
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
HP's all-inclusive help for the product includes the following information:

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Install and configure

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Learn and use

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Solve problems

●

Download software updates

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Join support forums

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Find warranty and regulatory information

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How to print (Windows)

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Automatically print on both sides (Windows)

●

Manually print on both sides (Windows)

●

Print multiple pages per sheet (Windows)

●

Select the paper type (Windows)

●

Additional print tasks

How to print (Windows)
The following procedure describes the basic printing process for Windows.
1.

From the software program, select the Print option.

2.

Select the product from the list of printers. To change settings, click or tap the Properties or
Preferences button to open the print driver.
NOTE: The name of the button varies for different software programs.

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3.

Click or tap the tabs in the print driver to configure the available options. For example, set the paper
orientation on the Finishing tab, and set the paper source, paper type, paper size, and quality settings
on the Paper/Quality tab.

4.

Click or tap the OK button to return to the Print dialog box. Select the number of copies to print from
this screen.

5.

Click or tap the OK button to print the job.

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Automatically print on both sides (Windows)
Use this procedure for products that have an automatic duplexer installed. If the product does not have an
automatic duplexer installed, or to print on paper types that the duplexer does not support, you can print on
both sides manually.
1.

From the software program, select the Print option.

2.

Select the product from the list of printers, and then click or tap the Properties or Preferences button
to open the print driver.
NOTE: The name of the button varies for different software programs.

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3.

Click or tap the Finishing tab.

4.

Select the Print on both sides check box. Click the OK button to close the Document Properties dialog
box.

5.

In the Print dialog box, click the OK button to print the job.

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Use this procedure for products that do not have an automatic duplexer installed or to print on paper that the
duplexer does not support.
1.

From the software program, select the Print option.

2.

Select the product from the list of printers, and then click or tap the Properties or Preferences button
to open the print driver.
NOTE: The name of the button varies for different software programs.

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3.

Click or tap the Finishing tab.

4.

Select the Print on both sides (manually) check box. Click the OK button to print the first side of the
job.

5.

Retrieve the printed stack from the output bin, and place it in Tray 1.

6.

If prompted, touch the appropriate control panel button to continue.

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Print multiple pages per sheet (Windows)
1.

From the software program, select the Print option.

2.

Select the product from the list of printers, and then click or tap the Properties or Preferences button
to open the print driver.
NOTE: The name of the button varies for different software programs.

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3.

Click or tap the Finishing tab.

4.

Select the number of pages per sheet from the Pages per sheet drop-down list.

5.

Select the correct Print page borders, Page order, and Orientation options. Click the OK button to close
the Document Properties dialog box.

6.

In the Print dialog box, click the OK button to print the job.

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Select the paper type (Windows)
1.

From the software program, select the Print option.

2.

Select the product from the list of printers, and then click or tap the Properties or Preferences button
to open the print driver.
NOTE: The name of the button varies for different software programs.

3.

Click or tap the Paper/Quality tab.

4.

From the Paper type drop-down list, click the More... option.

5.

Expand the list of Type is: options.

6.

Expand the category of paper types that best describes your paper.

7.

Select the option for the type of paper you are using, and then click the OK button.

8.

Click the OK button to close the Document Properties dialog box. In the Print dialog box, click the OK
button to print the job.

Additional print tasks
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
Instructions are available for performing specific print tasks, such as the following:

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Create and use printing shortcuts or presets

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Select the paper size, or use a custom paper size

●

Select the page orientation

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Create a booklet

●

Scale a document to fit a specific paper size

●

Print the first or last pages of the document on different paper

●

Print watermarks on a document

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Print tasks (Mac OS X)
●

How to print (OS X)

●

Automatically print on both sides (OS X)

●

Manually print on both sides (OS X)

●

Print multiple pages per sheet (OS X)

●

Select the paper type (OS X)

●

Additional print tasks

How to print (OS X)
The following procedure describes the basic printing process for OS X.
1.

Click the File menu, and then click the Print option.

2.

Select the product.

3.

Click Show Details, and then select other menus to adjust the print settings.

4.

Click the Print button.

Automatically print on both sides (OS X)
NOTE:

This information applies to products that include an automatic duplexer.

NOTE: This feature is available if you install the HP print driver. It might not be available if you are using
AirPrint.
1.

Click the File menu, and then click the Print option.

2.

Select the product.

3.

Click Show Details, and then click the Layout menu.

4.

Select a binding option from the Two-Sided drop-down list.

5.

Click the Print button.

Manually print on both sides (OS X)
NOTE: This feature is available if you install the HP print driver. It might not be available if you are using
AirPrint.

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1.

Click the File menu, and then click the Print option.

2.

Select the product.

3.

Click Show Details, and then click the Manual Duplex menu.

4.

Click the Manual Duplex box, and select a binding option.

5.

Click the Print button.

6.

Go to the product, and remove any blank paper that is in Tray 1.

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7.

Retrieve the printed stack from the output bin and place it with the printed-side facing down in the input
tray.

8.

If prompted, touch the appropriate control panel button to continue.

Print multiple pages per sheet (OS X)
1.

Click the File menu, and then click the Print option.

2.

Select the product.

3.

Click Show Details, and then click the Layout menu.

4.

From the Pages per Sheet drop-down list, select the number of pages that you want to print on each
sheet.

5.

In the Layout Direction area, select the order and placement of the pages on the sheet.

6.

From the Borders menu, select the type of border to print around each page on the sheet.

7.

Click the Print button.

Select the paper type (OS X)
1.

Click the File menu, and then click the Print option.

2.

Select the product.

3.

Click Show Details, and then click the Media & Quality menu or the Paper/Quality menu.

4.

Select a type from the Media-type drop-down list.

5.

Click the Print button.

Additional print tasks
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
Instructions are available for performing specific print tasks, such as the following:

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Create and use printing shortcuts or presets

●

Select the paper size, or use a custom paper size

●

Select the page orientation

●

Create a booklet

●

Scale a document to fit a specific paper size

●

Print the first or last pages of the document on different paper

●

Print watermarks on a document

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Set up HP Wireless Direct Printing
NOTE: This feature is available with wireless models only and the product might require a firmware update
to use this feature.
The HP Wireless Direct Printing feature lets you print from your wireless mobile device directly to an
HP Wireless Direct-enabled product without requiring connection to an established network or the Internet.
Use HP Wireless Direct to print wirelessly from the following devices:
●

iPhone, iPad, or iTouch using Apple AirPrint or the HP ePrint mobile app

●

Mobile devices that run Android or Symbian using the HP ePrint Home & Biz application

●

Any Wi-Fi capable computer with any operating system.

For more information on HP Wireless Direct, go to www.hp.com/go/wirelessprinting, and then click HP
Wireless Direct.
To set up HP Wireless Direct from the control panel, complete the following steps:
1.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Wireless

2.

Open the following menus:

3.

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Wireless Menu

●

Wireless Direct

●

On/Off

button.

Touch the On menu item. The product saves the setting and then returns the control panel to the
Wireless Direct menu.

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HP offers multiple Mobile and ePrint solutions to enable wireless printing to an HP printer from a laptop,
tablet, smartphone, or other mobile device. To determine the best choice, go to www.hp.com/go/
LaserJetMobilePrinting (English only).
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HP ePrint via email

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HP ePrint software

●

AirPrint

HP ePrint via email
Use HP ePrint to print documents by sending them as an email attachment to the product's email address
from any email enabled device.
To use HP ePrint, the product must meet these requirements:
●

The product must be connected to a wired or wireless network and have Internet access.

●

HP Web Services must be enabled on the product, and the product must be registered with HP
Connected.
LCD control panel
1.

Find the product IP address.
a.

On the product control panel, press the Setup

b.

Open the following menus:
●

Network Setup

●

Show IP Address

button.

2.

To open the HP Embedded Web Server, enter the product IP address into the address line of a Web
browser on the computer.

3.

Click the HP Web Services tab on the HP Embedded Web Server, and then click Enable. The product
enables Web Services, and then prints an information page.
The information page contains the printer code that you use to register your HP product at HP
Connected.

4.

Go to www.hpconnected.com to create an HP ePrint account and complete the setup process.

Touchscreen control panel
button.

1.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Web Services

2.

Touch the Enable Web Services button. The product enables Web Services, and then prints an
information page.
The information page contains the printer code that you use to register your HP product at HP
Connected.

3.

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For more information, go to www.hp.com/support to view additional information for your product.

HP ePrint software
The HP ePrint software makes it easy to print from a Windows or Mac desktop or laptop computer to any HP
ePrint-capable product. This software makes it easy to find HP ePrint-enabled products that are registered to
your HP Connected account. The target HP printer can be located in the office or at locations across the
globe.
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Windows: After installing the software, open the Print option from within your application, and then
select HP ePrint from the installed printers list. Click the Properties button to configure print options.

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Mac: After installing the software, select File, Print, and then select the arrow next to PDF (in the
bottom left of the driver screen). Select HP ePrint.

For Windows, the HP ePrint software supports TCP/IP printing to local network printers on the network (LAN
or WAN) to products that support UPD PostScript®.
Windows and Mac both support IPP printing to LAN or WAN network-connected products that support ePCL.
Windows and Mac also both support printing PDF documents to public print locations and printing using HP
ePrint via email through the cloud.
Go to www.hp.com/go/eprintsoftware for drivers and information.
NOTE:

The HP ePrint software is a PDF workflow utility for Mac, and is not technically a print driver.

NOTE:

HP ePrint Software does not support USB printing.

AirPrint
Direct printing using Apple’s AirPrint is supported for iOS 4.2 or later. Use AirPrint to print directly to the
product from an iPad, iPhone (3GS or later), or iPod touch (third generation or later) in the following
applications:
●

Mail

●

Photos

●

Safari

●

iBooks

●

Select third-party applications

To use AirPrint, the product must be connected to the same wireless network as the Apple device. For more
information about using AirPrint and about which HP products are compatible with AirPrint, go to the support
Web site for this product:
www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226
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1.

Insert the USB flash drive into the walk-up USB port on the product.

2.

The USB Flash Drive menu opens. Touch the arrow buttons to scroll through the options.
●

Print Documents

●

View and Print Photos

●

Scan to USB Drive

3.

To print a document, touch the Print Documents screen, and then touch the name of the folder on the
USB drive where the document is stored. When the summary screen opens, you can touch it to adjust
the settings. Touch the Print button to print the document.

4.

To print photos, touch the View and Print Photos screen, and then touch the preview image to select
each photo that you want to print. Touch the Done button. When the summary screen opens, you can
touch it to adjust the settings. Touch the Print button to print the photos.

5.

Retrieve the printed job from the output bin, and remove the USB flash drive.

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Copy

●

Make a copy

●

Copy on both sides (duplex)

For more information:
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
HP's all-inclusive help for the product includes the following information:

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Install and configure

●

Learn and use

●

Solve problems

●

Download software updates

●

Join support forums

●

Find warranty and regulatory information

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LCD control panel
1.

Load the document on the scanner glass according to the indicators on the product.

2.

Close the scanner.

3.

On the product control panel, press the Copy Menu

4.

To optimize copy quality for different types of documents, open the Optimize menu. Use the arrow
buttons to scroll through the options, and then press the OK button to select an option. The following
copy-quality settings are available:

button.

●

Auto Select: Use this setting when you are not concerned about the quality of the copy. This is the
default setting.

●

Mixed: Use this setting for documents that contain a mixture of text and graphics.

●

Text: Use this setting for documents that contain mostly text.

●

Picture: Use this setting for documents that contain mostly graphics.

5.

To adjust the number of copies, press the Number of Copies

6.

Select the number of copies.

7.

Press the Start Copy

button.

button to start copying.

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1.

Load the document on the scanner glass according to the indicators on the product.

2.

Close the scanner.

3.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Copy button.

4.

To optimize copy quality for different types of documents, touch the Settings button, and then scroll to
and touch the Optimize button. Touch the arrow buttons to scroll through the options, and then touch
an option to select it. The following copy-quality settings are available:
●

Auto Select: Use this setting when you are not concerned about the quality of the copy. This is the
default setting.

●

Mixed: Use this setting for documents that contain a mixture of text and graphics.

●

Text: Use this setting for documents that contain mostly text.

●

Picture: Use this setting for documents that contain mostly graphics.

5.

Touch the arrows to change the number of copies, or touch the existing number and type the number of
copies.

6.

Touch the Start Copy button to start copying.

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●

Copy on both sides automatically

●

Copy on both sides manually

Copy on both sides automatically
1.

Load the original documents into the document feeder with the first page facing up, and with the top of
the page leading.

2.

Adjust the paper guides to fit the size of the document.

3.

Open the Copy Settings menu:
●

LCD control panel: On the product control panel, press the Copy Settings

●

Touchscreen control panel: From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Copy
button, and then touch the Settings button.

button.

4.

Select Two-Sided.

5.

Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options, and then select the appropriate option.

6.

Start the copy job:
●

LCD control panel: Press the Start Copy

●

Touchscreen control panel: Touch Start Copy.

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1.

Place the document face-down on the scanner glass with the upper-left corner of the page in the upperleft corner of the glass. Close the scanner.

2.

Open the Copy Settings menu:
●

LCD control panel: On the product control panel, press the Copy Settings

●

Touchscreen control panel: From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Copy
button, and then touch the Settings button.

button.

3.

Select Two-Sided.

4.

Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options, and then select the appropriate option.

5.

Start the copy job:
●

LCD control panel: Press the Start Copy

●

Touchscreen control panel: Touch Start Copy.

button.

6.

The product prompts to load the next original document. Place it on the glass, and then press or touch
the OK button.

7.

Repeat this process until you have scanned the last page.

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Scan

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Scan by using the HP Scan software (Windows)

●

Scan by using the HP Scan software (Mac)

●

Set up Scan to E-mail (touchscreen models only)

●

Set up Scan to Network Folder (touchscreen models only)

●

Scan to a USB flash drive (touchscreen models only)

●

Scan to email (touchscreen models only)

●

Scan to a network folder (touchscreen models only)

For more information:
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
HP's all-inclusive help for the product includes the following information:

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Install and configure

●

Learn and use

●

Solve problems

●

Download software updates

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Join support forums

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Find warranty and regulatory information

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Use the HP Scan software to initiate scanning from software on your computer. You can save the scanned
image as a file or send it to another software application.
1.

Load the document in the document feeder or on the scanner glass according to the indicators on the
product.

2.

Click Start, and then click Programs (or All Programs in Windows XP).

3.

Click HP, and then select your product.

4.

Click HP Scan, select a scanning shortcut, and then adjust the settings if necessary.

5.

Click Scan.

NOTE:

Click Advanced Settings to gain access to more options.

Click Create New Shortcut to create a customized set of settings and save it in the list of shortcuts.

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1.

Load the document in the document feeder or on the scanner glass according to the indicators on the
product.

2.

Open HP Scan, which is located in the Hewlett-Packard folder inside the Applications folder.

3.

Follow the on-screen instructions to scan the document.

4.

When you have scanned all the pages, click File and then Save to save them to a file.

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Set up Scan to E-mail (touchscreen models only)
Introduction
To use this scan feature, the product must be connected to a network. This scan feature is not available until
you configure it. To configure this feature, use the Scan to Email Setup Wizard (Windows), which is installed in
the HP program group for the product as part of the full software installation. You can also use the
HP Embedded Web Server to configure this feature. The following instructions describe configuring the
feature by using both the Scan to Email Setup Wizard and the HP Embedded Web Server.
●

Use the Scan to E-Mail Wizard (Windows)

●

Set up the Scan to Email feature via the HP Embedded Web Server (Windows)

●

Set up the Scan to Email feature via the HP Embedded Web Server (OS X)

Use the Scan to E-Mail Wizard (Windows)
Some HP products include driver installation from a software CD. At the end of this installation is an option to
set up additional features. The setup wizards include the options for basic configuration. To launch the
wizard, click Scan to E-mail Wizard.
After installation, access the setup wizard by clicking the Start button, selecting the Programs or All
Programs item, and then clicking the HP item. Click the product name item, and then click the Scan to E-mail
Wizard to start the configuration process.
1.

To add a new outgoing email address, click the New button.

2.

Enter the email address. Click the Next button.

3.

In the Display Name box, type the name to display for this email address, and then click Next.
NOTE: To secure the email profile, enter a 4-digit PIN. After a security PIN is assigned to a profile, the
PIN must be entered on the product control panel before the product can send an email using that
profile.

4.

Enter the name or the IP address of the SMTP server and the SMTP server port number. If the outgoing
SMTP server requires additional security authentication, click the check box labeled E-mail Log-in
Authentication and enter the required User ID and Password. Click the Next button when finished.
NOTE: If you do not know the SMTP server name, SMTP port number, or authentication information,
contact the email/Internet service provider or system administrator for the information. SMTP server
names and port names are typically easy to find by doing an Internet search. For example, use terms
like “gmail smtp server name” or “yahoo smtp server name" to search.

5.

Review the information and verify all the settings are correct. If there is an error, click the Back button
to correct the error. When finished, click the Save and Test button to test the configuration and finish
the setup.
NOTE: Create additional outgoing email profiles to scan from more than one email account.

Set up the Scan to Email feature via the HP Embedded Web Server (Windows)
1.

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a.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Network

button to display

the IP address or host name.
b.

Open a Web browser, and in the address line, type the IP address or host name exactly as it
displays on the product control panel. Press the Enter key on the computer keyboard. The EWS
opens.

2.

Click the Scan tab.

3.

On the left navigation pane, click the Scan to E-mail Setup link.

4.

On the Scan to E-mail Setup page, there is a list of settings to configure. These settings are also listed
in the left navigation pane. To start, click the Outgoing E-mail Profiles link.

5.

On the Outgoing E-mail Profiles page, click the New button.
●

In the E-mail Address area, enter the email address and display name.

●

In the SMTP Server Settings area, enter the SMTP server address and SMTP Port. The default port
is already entered and in most cases does not need to be changed.
NOTE: If you are using Google™ Gmail for email service, click the Always use secure connection
(SSL/TLS) check box.

●

In the SMTP Authentication area, click the checkbox SMTP server requires authentication for
outgoing e-mail messages to configure the SMTP User ID and Password if required.
Ask your network administrator or your Internet service provider for the SMTP server setting
information. If the SMTP server requires authentication, you also need to know the SMTP User ID
and password. SMTP server names and port names are typically easy to find by doing an Internet
search. For example, use terms like “gmail smtp server name” or “yahoo smtp server name”

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In the Optional PIN area, enter a PIN. This pin will be required every time an email is sent using the
email address.

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In the E-mail Message Preferences area, configure the message preferences.

Review all the information, then click Save and Test to save the information and test the connection, or
Save Only to save the information only.
6.

To add email addresses to the address book accessible from the product, click the E-mail Address Book
link and enter the required information. You can set up individual email addresses or email groups.

7.

To configure default options, click the E-mail options link. Enter the default email subject, body text,
and other scan settings.

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Use a Web browser to open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)
a.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Network

button to display

the IP address or host name.
b.

Open a Web browser, and in the address line, type the IP address or host name exactly as it
displays on the product control panel. Press the return key on the computer keyboard. The EWS
opens.

Use HP Utility to open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)
a.

Use either of these methods to open HP Utility:
●

Open Applications, and then open the Hewlett-Packard folder. Select HP Utility.

●

From the Apple menu, open System Preferences, and then select Print & Fax, Print & Scan,
or Printers & Scanners. Select the product from the list of printers in the left pane. Click
Options & Supplies, click the Utility tab, and then click Open Printer Utility.

b.

In HP Utility, select Scan to E-mail.

c.

Click Begin Scan to E-mail Setup. The EWS opens.

2.

In the EWS, click the Scan tab.

3.

On the left navigation pane, click the Scan to E-mail Setup link.

4.

On the Scan to E-mail Setup page, there is a list of settings to configure. These settings are also listed
in the left navigation pane. To start, click the Outgoing E-mail Profiles link.

5.

On the Outgoing E-mail Profiles page, click the New button.
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In the E-mail Address area, enter the email address and display name.

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In the SMTP Server Settings area, enter the SMTP server address and SMTP Port. The default port
is already entered and in most cases does not need to be changed.
NOTE: If you are using Google™ Gmail for email service, click the Always use secure connection
(SSL/TLS) check box.

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In the SMTP Authentication area, click the checkbox labeled SMTP server requires
authentication for outgoing e-mail messages to configure the SMTP User ID and Password if
required.
NOTE: Ask your network administrator or your Internet service provider for the SMTP server
setting information. If the SMTP server requires authentication, you also need to know the SMTP
User ID and password. SMTP server names and port names are typically easy to find by doing an
Internet search. For example, use terms like “gmail smtp server name” or “yahoo smtp server
name”.

6.

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In the Optional PIN area, enter a PIN. This pin will be required every time an email is sent using the
email address.

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In the E-mail Message Preferences area, configure the message preferences.

To add email addresses to the address book accessible from the product, click the E-mail Address Book
link and enter the required information. You can set up individual email addresses or email groups.

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To configure default options, click the E-mail options link. Enter the default email subject, body text,
and other scan settings.

8.

Click Save and Test to complete the setup.
NOTE: Create additional outgoing email profiles to scan from more than one email account.

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Set up Scan to Network Folder (touchscreen models only)
Introduction
To use this scan feature, the product must be connected to a network. This scan feature is not available until
you configure it. To configure this feature, use the Scan to Network Folder Setup Wizard (Windows), which is
installed in the HP program group for the product as part of the full software installation. You can also use
the HP Embedded Web Server to configure these features. The following instructions describe configuring
the feature by using both the Scan to Network Folder Wizard and the HP Embedded Web Server.
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Use the Scan to Network Folder Setup Wizard (Windows)

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Set up the Scan to Network Folder feature via the HP Embedded Web Server (Windows)

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Set up the Scan to Network Folder feature via the HP Embedded Web Server (OS X)

Use the Scan to Network Folder Setup Wizard (Windows)
Some HP products include driver installation from a software CD. At the end of this installation is an option to
set up additional functionality. The setup wizards include the options for basic configuration. To launch the
wizard, click Scan to Network Folder Wizard.
After installation, access the setup wizard by clicking the Start button, selecting the Programs or All
Programs item, and then clicking the HP item. Click the product name item, and then click the Scan to
Network Folder Wizard to start the configuration process.
1.

To add a new network folder, click the New button.

2.

On the Start screen, enter the name for the folder that will display on the product control panel in the
Display Name field.

3.

Click Browse to select an existing network folder, or click Share Path to set up a new shared network
folder. If you select Share Path, The Manage Network Shares dialog opens. Use this dialog to configure
the share settings, and then click OK to return to the Start screen.

4.

To secure the folder, provide a 4-digit security PIN. Click Next.

5.

On the Authenticate screen, provide the authentication credentials, and then click Next.

6.

On the Configure screen, provide default settings for scan jobs saved to this folder. Click Next.

7.

On the Finish screen, review the information and verify all the settings are correct. If there is an error,
click the Back button to correct the error. When finished, click the Save and Test button to test the
configuration and finish the setup.

Set up the Scan to Network Folder feature via the HP Embedded Web Server
(Windows)
1.

Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS):
a.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Network

button to display

the IP address or host name.

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Open a Web browser, and in the address line, type the IP address or host name exactly as it
displays on the product control panel. Press the Enter key on the computer keyboard. The EWS
opens.

2.

Click the Scan tab.

3.

On the left navigation pane, click the Network Folder Setup link.

4.

On the Network Folder Configuration page, click the New button.
a.

In the Network Folder Information section, enter the Display Name and Network Path. If required,
enter the network Username and Password.
NOTE: The network folder must be shared for this feature to work. It can be shared for only you
or for other users.

b.

Optional: To secure the folder from unauthorized access, enter a PIN in the Secure the Folder
Access with a PIN section. This PIN will be required every time someone uses the scan to network
folder feature.

c.

In the Scan Settings section, adjust the scan settings.

Review all the information, then click Save and Test to save the information and test the connection, or
Save Only to save the information only.

Set up the Scan to Network Folder feature via the HP Embedded Web Server (OS X)
1.

Use one of the following methods to open the Embedded Web Server (EWS) interface.
Use a Web browser to open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)
a.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Network

button to display

the IP address or host name.
b.

Open a Web browser, and in the address line, type the IP address or host name exactly as it
displays on the product control panel. Press the return key on the computer keyboard. The EWS
opens.

Use HP Utility to open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)
a.

b.

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Open Applications, and then open the Hewlett-Packard folder. Select HP Utility.

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From the Apple menu, open System Preferences, and then select Print & Fax, Print & Scan,
or Printers & Scanners. Select the product from the list of printers in the left pane. Click
Options & Supplies, click the Utility tab, and then click Open Printer Utility.

In HP Utility, select Scan to Network Folder.

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c.

Follow the instructions in HP Utility to configure a shared network folder. Click the Help Me Do
This button for detailed instructions.

d.

Click the Register My Shared Folder button. The EWS opens.

2.

In the EWS, click the Scan tab.

3.

On the left navigation pane, click the Network Folder Setup link.

4.

Click the New button under Network Folder Configuration.
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In the Network Folder Information section, enter the Display Name and Network Path. If required,
enter the network Username and Password.

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In the Secure the Folder Access with a PIN section, enter the PIN.
NOTE: You can assign a 4-digit security PIN to prevent unauthorized persons from saving scans
to the network folder. The PIN must be entered on the product control panel each time a scan is
performed.

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5.

In the Scan Settings section, adjust the scan settings.

Review all the information, then click Save and Test to save the information and test the connection, or
Save Only to save the information only.
NOTE: To create additional network folders, repeat these steps for each folder.

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1.

Load the document on the scanner glass according to the indicators on the product.
NOTE: For best results, load small-size paper (letter, A4, or smaller) with the long edge of the paper
along the left side of the scanner glass.

2.

Insert a USB flash drive into the walk-up USB port.

3.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Scan button.

4.

Touch the Scan to USB Drive screen.

5.

Touch the Scan button to scan and save the file. The product creates a folder named HPSCANS on the
USB drive, and it saves the file in .PDF or .JPG format using an automatically generated file name.
NOTE: When the summary screen opens, you can touch it to adjust settings.
You also can change the folder name.

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Scan to email (touchscreen models only)
Use the product control panel to scan a file directly to an email address. The scanned file is sent to the
address as an email message attachment.
NOTE: In order to use this feature, the product must be connected to a network and the Scan to Email
feature must be configured by using the Scan to Email Setup Wizard (Windows) or the HP Embedded Web
Server.
1.

Load the document on the scanner glass according to the indicators on the product.

2.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Scan button.

3.

Touch the Scan to E-mail item.

4.

Touch the Send an E-mail item.

5.

Select the From address that you want to use. This is also known as an “outgoing email profile.”
NOTE: If the PIN feature has been set up, enter the PIN and touch the OK button. However, a PIN is not
required to use this feature.

6.

Touch the To button and pick the address or group to which you want to send the file. Touch the Done
button when finished.

7.

Touch the Subject button if you would like to add a subject line

8.

Touch the Next button.

9.

The control panel screen displays the scan settings.
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If you want to change any of the settings, touch the Settings button, and then change the settings.

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If the settings are correct, go to the next step.

10. Touch the Scan button to start the scan job.

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Use the product control panel to scan a document and save it to a folder on the network.
NOTE: In order to use this feature, the product must be connected to a network and the Scan to Network
Folder feature must be configured by using the Scan to Network Folder Setup Wizard (Windows) or the
HP Embedded Web Server.
1.

Load the document on the scanner glass according to the indicators on the product.

2.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Scan button.

3.

Touch the Scan to Network Folder item.

4.

In the list of network folders, select the folder to which you want to save the document.

5.

The control panel screen displays the scan settings.

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If you want to change any of the settings, touch the Settings button, and then change the settings.

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If the settings are correct, go to the next step.

Touch the Scan button to start the scan job.

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Fax

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Set up to send and receive faxes

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Send a fax

For more information:
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
HP's all-inclusive help for the product includes the following information:

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Install and configure

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Learn and use

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Solve problems

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Download software updates

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Join support forums

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Find warranty and regulatory information

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Before starting

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Step 1: Identify the phone connection type

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Step 2: Set up the fax

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Step 3: Configure the fax time, date, and header

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Step 4: Run a fax test

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Step 5 (Optional): Configure settings for receiving digital faxes (Windows)

Before starting
Make sure that the product was fully set up before connecting the fax service.
NOTE: Use the telephone cable and any adapters that shipped with the product to connect the product to
the telephone jack.
NOTE: In countries/regions that use serial telephone systems, an adapter is shipped with the product. Use
the adapter to connect other telecom devices to the same telephone jack the product is connected to.
Complete the instructions in each of the following four steps:
1.

Step 1: Identify the phone connection type on page 62.

2.

Step 2: Set up the fax on page 63.

3.

Step 3: Configure the fax time, date, and header on page 67.

4.

Step 4: Run a fax test on page 68.

Step 1: Identify the phone connection type
Review the following equipment and service types to determine which setup method to use. The method
used depends on the equipment and services already installed on the phone system.
NOTE:
line.

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The product is an analog device. HP recommends using the product on a dedicated analog telephone

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Dedicated phone line: The product is the only piece of equipment or service connected to the phone line

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Voice calls: Voice and fax calls use the same phone line

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Answering machine: An answering machine answers voice calls on the same phone line used for fax
calls

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Voice mail: A voice-mail subscription service uses the same phone line as the fax

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Distinctive ring service: A service from the telephone company that allows several phone numbers to
be associated with one phone line, and each number has a different ring pattern; the product detects
the ring pattern assigned to it and answers the call

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Computer dial-up modem: A computer uses the phone line to connect to the Internet through a dial-up
connection

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DSL line: A digital subscriber line (DSL) service from the telephone company; this service might be called
ADSL in some countries/regions

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PBX or ISDN phone system: A private branch exchange (PBX) phone system or an integrated services
digital network (ISDN) system

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VoIP phone system: Voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) through an Internet provider

Step 2: Set up the fax
Click the link below that best describes the environment in which the product will be sending and receiving
faxes, and follow the setup instructions.
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Dedicated phone line on page 63

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Shared voice/fax line on page 64

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Shared voice/fax line with an answering machine on page 65

NOTE: Instructions for only three of the connection types are included here. For more information about
connecting the product with other connection types, go to the support Web site for this product:
www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226
NOTE: This product is an analog fax device. HP recommends using the product on a dedicated analog
telephone line. For a digital environment, such as DSL, PBX, ISDN, or VoIP, make sure to use the correct filters
and configure the digital settings correctly. For more information, contact the digital service provider.
NOTE:

Do not connect more than three devices to the telephone line.

NOTE:

Voice mail is not supported with this product.

Dedicated phone line
Follow these steps to set up the product on a dedicated phone line with no additional services.
1.

Connect the telephone cable to the fax port on the product and to the telephone jack on the wall.
NOTE: Some countries/regions might require an adapter for the telephone cable that came with the
product.
NOTE: On some products, the fax port might be above the phone port. Refer to the icons on the
product.

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3.

a.

Turn the product on.

b.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

c.

Open the Fax Setup menu.

d.

Open the Basic Setup menu.

e.

Select the Answer Mode setting.

f.

Select the Automatic option.

button.

Continue to Step 3: Configure the fax time, date, and header on page 67.

Shared voice/fax line
Follow these steps to set up the product on a shared voice/fax line.
1.

Disconnect any devices that are connected to the telephone jack.

2.

Connect the telephone cable to the fax port on the product and to the telephone jack on the wall.
NOTE: Some countries/regions might require an adapter to the telephone cable that came with the
product.
NOTE: On some products, the fax port might be above the phone port. Refer to the icons on the
product.

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3.

Remove the plug from the telephone line out port on the rear of the product, and then connect a phone
to this port.

4.

Set the product to answer fax calls automatically.
a.

Turn the product on.

b.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

c.

Open the Fax Setup menu.

d.

Open the Basic Setup menu.

e.

Select the Answer Mode setting.

f.

Select the Automatic option.

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Set the product to check for a dial tone before sending a fax.
NOTE: This prevents the product from sending a fax while someone is on the telephone.

6.

a.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

b.

Open the Fax Setup menu.

c.

Open the Advanced Setup menu.

d.

Select the Detect Dial Tone setting, and then select On.

button.

Continue to Step 3: Configure the fax time, date, and header on page 67.

Shared voice/fax line with an answering machine
Follow these steps to set up the product on a shared voice/fax line with an answering machine.
1.

Disconnect any devices that are connected to the telephone jack.

2.

Open the cover on the telephone-line-out port on the rear of the product.

3.

Connect the telephone cable to the fax port on the product and to the telephone jack on the wall.
NOTE: Some countries/regions might require an adapter for the telephone cable that came with the
product.
NOTE: On some products, the fax port might be above the phone port. Refer to the icons on the
product.

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4.

Connect the answering machine telephone cable to the telephone-line-out port on the rear of the
product.
NOTE: Connect the answering machine directly to the product, or the answering machine might record
fax tones from a sending fax machine and the product might not receive faxes.
NOTE: If the answering machine does not have a built-in telephone, connect a telephone to the OUT
port on the answering machine for convenience.
NOTE: On some products, the fax port might be above the phone port. Refer to the icons on the
product.

5.

6.

7.

Configure the rings to answer setting on the product.
a.

Turn the product on.

b.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

c.

Open the Fax Setup menu.

d.

Open the Basic Setup menu.

e.

Select the Rings to Answer option.

f.

Use the numeric keypad on the product control panel to set the number of rings to 5 or more.

button.

Set the product to answer fax calls automatically.
a.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

b.

Open the Fax Setup menu.

c.

Open the Basic Setup menu.

d.

Select the Answer Mode setting.

e.

Select the Automatic option.

button.

Set the product to check for a dial tone before sending a fax.
NOTE: This prevents the product from sending a fax while someone is on the telephone.

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a.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

b.

Open the Fax Setup menu.

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c.

Open the Advanced Setup menu.

d.

Select the Detect Dial Tone setting, and then select On.

Continue to Step 3: Configure the fax time, date, and header on page 67.

Step 3: Configure the fax time, date, and header
Configure the product fax settings using one of the following methods:
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HP Fax Setup Wizard on page 67 (if the software is installed)

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Product control panel on page 67

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HP Device Toolbox on page 68 (if the software is installed)

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HP Embedded Web Server on page 68 (if the product is connected to a network)

NOTE: In the United States and many other countries/regions, setting the time, date, and other fax header
information is a legal requirement.

HP Fax Setup Wizard
Access the Fax Setup Wizard after initial setup and software installation by following these steps.
1.

Click Start, and then click Programs.

2.

Click HP, click the name of the product, and then click HP Fax Setup Wizard.

3.

Follow the on-screen instructions in the HP Fax Setup Wizard to configure the fax settings.

4.

Continue to Step 4: Run a fax test on page 68.

Product control panel
To use the control panel to set the date, time, and header, complete the following steps.
1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Open the Fax Setup menu.

3.

Open the Basic Setup menu.

4.

Scroll to and open the Time/Date button.

5.

Select the 12-hour clock or 24-hour clock option.

6.

Use the keypad to enter the current time.

button.

NOTE: For touchscreen control panels, touch the 123 button to open a keypad that contains special
characters, if needed.

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7.

Select the date format.

8.

Use the keypad to enter the current date.

9.

Open the Fax Header menu.

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10. Use the keypad to enter the fax number.
NOTE: The maximum number of characters for the fax number is 20.
11. Use the keypad to enter the company name or header.
NOTE: The maximum number of characters for the fax header is 25.
12. Continue to Step 4: Run a fax test on page 68.

HP Device Toolbox
1.

Click the Start button, and then click the Programs item.

2.

Click your HP product group, and then click the HP Device Toolbox item.

3.

Click the Fax tab.

4.

Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the fax settings.

5.

Continue to Step 4: Run a fax test on page 68.

HP Embedded Web Server
1.

Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS):
a.

LCD control panels: On the product control panel, press the Setup button. Open the Network
Setup menu and then select Show IP Address to display the IP address or host name.
Touchscreen control panels: From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the
Network

b.

button to display the IP address or host name.

Open a Web browser, and in the address line, type the IP address or host name exactly as it
displays on the product control panel. Press the Enter key on the computer keyboard. The EWS
opens.

2.

Click the Fax tab.

3.

Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the fax settings.

4.

Continue to Step 4: Run a fax test on page 68.

Step 4: Run a fax test
Run a fax test to make sure that the fax is set up correctly.

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button.

1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Scroll to and open the Service menu.

3.

Open the Fax Service menu.

4.

Select the Run Fax Test option. The product prints a test report.

5.

Review the report.

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If the report indicates the product passed the test, the product is ready to send and receive faxes.

●

If the report indicates the product failed the test, review the report for more information about
fixing the problem. The fax troubleshooting checklist has more information on resolving fax
problems.

Step 5 (Optional): Configure settings for receiving digital faxes (Windows)
The product can save incoming digital faxes to a computer folder. Use the HP Digital Fax Setup Wizard to
configure the settings. This feature is available only for Windows.

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1.

Click Start, and then click Programs.

2.

Click HP, click the name of the product, and then click Digital Fax Setup Wizard.

3.

Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the settings.

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Send a fax
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Fax from the flatbed scanner

●

Fax from the document feeder

●

Send a fax using the HP software (Windows)

Fax from the flatbed scanner
LCD control panels
1.

Place the document face-down on the scanner glass.

2.

On the product control panel, use the keypad to enter the fax number.

3.

Press the Start Fax

4.

If the document contains multiple pages, follow the control panel prompts to confirm and load
additional pages.

button. The product starts the fax job.

Touchscreen control panels
1.

Place the document face-down on the scanner glass.

2.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Fax button.

3.

Use the keypad to enter the fax number.

4.

Touch the Start Fax button.

5.

The product prompts you to confirm that you are sending from the scanner glass. Touch the Yes button.

6.

The product prompts you to load the first page. Touch the OK button.

7.

The product scans the first page and then prompts you to load another page. If the document has
multiple pages, touch the Yes button. Continue this process until you have scanned all the pages.

8.

When you have scanned the last page, touch the No button at the prompt. The product sends the fax.

Fax from the document feeder
1.

Insert the originals into the document feeder
face-up.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the product,
do not use an original that contains correction
tape, correction fluid, paper clips, or staples.
Also, do not load photographs, small originals, or
fragile originals into the document feeder.

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2.

Adjust the paper guides until they are snug
against the paper.

3.

On the product control panel, use the keypad to
enter the fax number.

4.

Press the Start Fax
the fax job.

1.

Insert the originals into the document feeder
face-up.

button. The product starts

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the product,
do not use an original that contains correction
tape, correction fluid, paper clips, or staples.
Also, do not load photographs, small originals, or
fragile originals into the document feeder.

2.

Adjust the paper guides until they are snug
against the paper.

3.

From the Home screen on the product control
panel, touch the Fax button.

4.

Use the keypad to enter the fax number.

5.

Touch the Start Fax button.

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1.

Load the document.
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If you are loading an original on the scanner glass, place it on the scanner glass face-down, in the
left rear corner of the scanner glass.

●

If you are loading multiple pages in the document feeder, load the pages face-up, and then adjust
the paper guides until they are snug against the paper.
NOTE: If documents are in the document feeder and on the scanner glass at the same time, the
product processes the document in the document feeder and not the one on the scanner glass.

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2.

Click Start, click Programs (or All Programs in Windows XP), and then click HP.

3.

Click the product name, and then click HP Send Fax. The fax software opens.

4.

Enter the fax number of one or more recipients.

5.

Click Send Now.

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Manage the product

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Use HP Web Services applications (touchscreen models only)

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Change the product connection type (Windows)

●

Advanced configuration with HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) and HP Device Toolbox (Windows)

●

Advanced configuration with HP Utility for Mac OS X

●

Configure IP network settings

●

HP Web Jetadmin

●

Product security features

●

Economy settings

●

Update the firmware

For more information:
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
HP's all-inclusive help for the product includes the following information:

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Install and configure

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Learn and use

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Solve problems

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Download software updates

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Join support forums

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Find warranty and regulatory information

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Use HP Web Services applications (touchscreen models only)
Several innovative applications are available for this product that you can download directly from the
Internet. For more information and to download these applications go to the HP Connected Web site at
www.hpconnected.com.
To use this feature, the product must be connected to a computer or network that has an Internet
connection. HP Web Services must be enabled on the product.
1.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Web Services

2.

Touch the Enable Web Services button.

button.

After you download an application from the HP Connected Web site, it is available in the Apps menu on
the product control panel. This process enables both HP Web Services and the Apps menu.

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If you are already using the product and you wish to change the way it is connected, use the Reconfigure
your HP Device shortcut on your computer desktop to change the connection. For example, you can
reconfigure the product to use a different wireless address, to connect to a wired or wireless network, or
change from a network connection to a USB connection. You can change the configuration without inserting
the product CD. After you select the type of connection you wish to make, the program goes directly to the
portion of the product setup procedure that needs to change.

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Advanced configuration with HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)
and HP Device Toolbox (Windows)
Use the HP Embedded Web Server to manage printing functions from your computer instead of the product
control panel.
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View product status information

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Determine the remaining life for all supplies and order new ones

●

View and change tray configurations

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View and change the product control-panel menu configuration

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View and print internal pages

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Receive notification of product and supplies events

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View and change network configuration

The HP Embedded Web Server works when the product is connected to an IP-based network. The HP
Embedded Web Server does not support IPX-based product connections. You do not have to have Internet
access to open and use the HP Embedded Web Server.
When the product is connected to the network, the HP Embedded Web Server is automatically available.
NOTE: HP Device Toolbox is available only if you performed a full installation when you installed the
product. Depending on how the product is connected, some features might not be available.
NOTE:

The HP Embedded Web Server is not accessible beyond the network firewall.

Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) from the Start menu
1.

Click the Start button, and then click the Programs item.

2.

Click your HP product group, and then click the HP Device Toolbox item.

Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) from a Web browser
1.

LCD control panels: On the product control panel, press the Setup button. Open the Network Setup
menu and then select Show IP Address to display the IP address or host name.
Touchscreen control panels: From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Network
button to display the IP address or host name.

2.

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Open a Web browser, and in the address line, type the IP address or host name exactly as it displays on
the product control panel. Press the Enter key on the computer keyboard. The EWS opens.

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Tab or section

Description

Home tab

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Provides product, status, and
configuration information.

Device Status: Shows the product status and shows the approximate percent life
remaining of HP supplies.

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Supplies Status: Shows the approximate percent life remaining of HP supplies. Actual
supply life remaining can vary. Consider having a replacement supply available to install
when print quality is no longer acceptable. The supply does not need to be replaced
unless the print quality is no longer acceptable.

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Device Configuration: Shows the information found on the product configuration page.

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Network Summary: Shows the information found on the product network configuration
page.

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Reports: Print the configuration and supplies status pages that the product generates.

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Event Log: Shows a list of all product events and errors.

System tab

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Device Information: Provides basic product and company information.

Provides the ability to configure the
product from your computer.

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Paper Setup: Change the default paper-handling settings for the product.

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Print Quality: Change the default print-quality settings for the product.

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EcoSMART Console: Change the default times for entering Sleep mode or Auto Power
Down mode. Configure which events cause the product to wake.

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Paper Types: Configure print modes that correspond to the paper types that the product
accepts.

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System Setup: Change the system defaults for the product.

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Service: Perform the cleaning procedure on the product.

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Save and Restore: Save the current settings for the product to a file on the computer.
Use this file to load the same settings onto another product or to restore these settings
to this product at a later time.

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Administration: Set or change the product password. Enable or disable product features.

NOTE: The System tab can be password-protected. If this product is on a network, always
consult with the administrator before changing settings on this tab.

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Provides the ability to change
default print settings from your
computer.

Printing: Change the default product print settings, such as number of copies and paper
orientation. These are the same options that are available on the control panel.

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PCL5c: View and change the PCL5c settings.

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PostScript: Turn off or on the Print PS Errors feature.

Fax tab

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Receive Options: Configure how the product handles incoming faxes.

(Fax products only)

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Phone Book: Add or delete entries in the fax phone book.

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Junk Fax List: Set fax numbers to block from sending faxes to the product.

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Fax Activity Log: Review recent fax activity for the product.

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Tab or section

Description

Scan tab

Configure the Scan to Network Folder and Scan to E-mail features.

(touchscreen models only)

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Network Folder Setup: Configure folders on the network to which the product can save a
scanned file.

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Scan to E-mail Setup: Begin the process to set up the Scan to E-mail feature.

●

Outgoing E-mail Profiles: Set an email address that will appear as the “from” address
for all emails sent from the product. Configure the SMTP Server information.

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E-mail Address Book: Add or delete entries in the email address book.

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E-mail Options: Configure a default subject line and body text. Configure default scan
settings for emails.

Networking tab
(Network-connected products only)
Provides the ability to change
network settings from your
computer.
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Network administrators can use this tab to control network-related settings for the product
when it is connected to an IP-based network. It also allows the network administrator to set
up Wireless Direct functionality. This tab does not appear if the product is directly connected
to a computer.

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Use the HP Utility to check product status or to view or change product settings from your computer.
You can use the HP Utility when the product is connected with a USB cable or is connected to a TCP/IP-based
network.

Open HP Utility
1.

At the computer, open the System Preferences menu, and then click Print & Fax, Print & Scan, or
Printers & Scanners.

2.

Select the product in the list.

3.

Click the Options & Supplies button.

4.

Click the Utility tab.

5.

Click the Open Printer Utility button.

HP Utility features
The HP Utility toolbar includes these items:
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Devices: Click this button to show or hide Mac products found by the HP Utility.

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All Settings: Click this button to return to the HP Utility main view.

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HP Support: Click this button to open a browser and go to the HP support Web site.

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Supplies: Click this button to open the HP SureSupply Web site.

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Registration: Click this button to open the HP registration Web site.

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Recycling: Click this button to open the HP Planet Partners Recycling Program Web site.

HP Utility consists of pages that you open by clicking in the All Settings list. The following table describes the
tasks that you can perform with HP Utility.

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Description

Information And Support

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Supplies Status: Show the product supplies status and provides links for ordering
supplies online.

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Device Information: Show information about the currently selected product,
including the product Service ID (if assigned), the firmware version (FW Version),
the Serial Number, and the IP address.

●

File Upload: Transfer files from the computer to the product. You can upload the
following types of files:
◦

HP LaserJet printer command language (.PRN)

◦

Portable document format (.PDF)

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Menu

Printer Settings

Description
◦

Postscript (.PS)

◦

Text (.TXT)

●

HP Connected: Access the HP Connected Web site.

●

Upload Fonts: Upload fonts from your computer to the product.

●

Auto-off: Configure the product to automatically turn off after a period of
inactivity. You can adjust the number of minutes after which the product turns off.

●

Network Settings: Configure the network settings, such as the IPv4 settings, IPv6
settings, Bonjour settings, and other settings.

●

Supplies Management: Configure how the product should behave when supplies
are nearing the end of their estimated life.

●

Trays Configuration: Change paper size and type for each of the trays.

●

Additional Settings: Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) for the product.
NOTE:

Information

Message Center: Display error events that have occurred with the product.

Fax Settings

●

Basic Fax Settings: Set up the fields in the fax header and configure how the
product answers incoming calls.

●

Junk Fax Blocking: Store the fax numbers you want to block.

●

Fax Forwarding: Set up the product to send the incoming faxes to a different
number.

●

Fax Logs: View the logs of all faxes.

●

Fax Speed Dials: Add fax numbers to the speed dial list.

●

Scan to E-mail: Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) page for configuring
settings for scanning to email.

●

Scan to Network Folder: Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) page for
configuring settings for scanning to a network folder.

(MFP fax models only)

Scan Settings
(MFP touchscreen models only)

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Printer sharing disclaimer

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View or change network settings

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Rename the product on a network

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Manually configure IPv4 TCP/IP parameters from the control panel

Printer sharing disclaimer
HP does not support peer-to-peer networking, as the feature is a function of Microsoft operating systems
and not of the HP printer drivers. Go to Microsoft at www.microsoft.com.

View or change network settings
Use the HP Embedded Web Server to view or change IP configuration settings.
1.

LCD control panels: On the product control panel, press the Setup button. Open the Network Setup
menu and then select Show IP Address to display the IP address or host name.
Touchscreen control panels: From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Network
button to display the IP address or host name.

2.

Click the Networking tab to obtain network information. Change settings as needed.

Rename the product on a network
If you want to rename the product on a network so that it can be uniquely identified, use the HP Embedded
Web Server.
1.

Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS):
a.

LCD control panels: On the product control panel, press the Setup button. Open the Network
Setup menu and then select Show IP Address to display the IP address or host name.
Touchscreen control panels: From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the
Network

b.

button to display the IP address or host name.

Open a Web browser, and in the address line, type the IP address or host name exactly as it
displays on the product control panel. Press the Enter key on the computer keyboard. The EWS
opens.

2.

Open the System tab.

3.

On the Device Information page, the default product name is in the Device Status field. You can change
this name to uniquely identify this product.
NOTE: Completing the other fields on this page is optional.

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Use the control-panel menus to manually set an IPv4 address, subnet mask, and default gateway.

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button.

1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Scroll to and open the Network Setup menu.

3.

Open the IPv4 Config menu, and then select Manual.

4.

Use the keypad to enter the IP address, and press or touch the OK button.

5.

Use the keypad to enter the subnet mask, and press or touch the OK button.

6.

Use the keypad to enter the default gateway, and press or touch the OK button.

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HP Web Jetadmin
HP Web Jetadmin is an award-winning, industry-leading tool for efficiently managing a wide variety of
networked HP products, including printers, multifunction products, and digital senders. This single solution
allows you to remotely install, monitor, maintain, troubleshoot, and secure your printing and imaging
environment — ultimately increasing business productivity by helping you save time, control costs, and
protect your investment.
HP Web Jetadmin upgrades are periodically made available to provide support for specific product features.
Go to www.hp.com/go/webjetadmin and click the Self Help and Documentation link to learn more about
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Product security features
The product supports security standards and recommended protocols that help you keep the product secure,
protect critical information on your network, and simplify the way you monitor and maintain the product.
For in-depth information about HP's secure imaging and printing solutions, visit www.hp.com/go/
secureprinting. The site provides links to white papers and FAQ documents about security features.

Set or change the product password using the HP Embedded Web Server
Use the HP Embedded Web Server to set a password or change an existing password for a product on a
network.
1.

Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS):
a.

LCD control panels: On the product control panel, press the Setup button. Open the Network
Setup menu and then select Show IP Address to display the IP address or host name.
Touchscreen control panels: From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the
Network

b.

2.

button to display the IP address or host name.

Open a Web browser, and in the address line, type the IP address or host name exactly as it
displays on the product control panel. Press the Enter key on the computer keyboard. The EWS
opens.

Click the System tab, and click either the Product Security or the Administration link.
NOTE: If a password has previously been set, you are prompted to provide the password. Enter the
password, and then click the Apply button.

3.

Enter the new password in the Password box and in the Confirm Password box.

4.

At the bottom of the window, click the Apply button to save the password.

NOTE: For products connected with a USB cable to a Windows computer, use the HP Device Toolbox to
change the product password:

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1.

Click the Start button, and then click the Programs item.

2.

Click your HP product group, and then click the HP Device Toolbox item.

3.

Click the System tab.

4.

Click Administration, and locate the area to change the password.

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Print with EconoMode

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Configure the Sleep/Auto Off After setting

Print with EconoMode
This product has an EconoMode option for printing drafts of documents. Using EconoMode can use less toner.
However, using EconoMode can also reduce print quality.
HP does not recommend the full-time use of EconoMode. If EconoMode is used full-time, the toner supply
might outlast the mechanical parts in the toner cartridge. If print quality begins to degrade and is no longer
acceptable, consider replacing the toner cartridge.
NOTE:

If this option is not available in your print driver, you can set it using the HP Embedded Web Server.

1.

From the software program, select the Print option.

2.

Select the product, and then click the Properties or Preferences button.

3.

Click the Paper/Quality tab.

4.

Click the EconoMode check box.

Configure the Sleep/Auto Off After setting
LCD control panel
1.

On the product control panel, press the Setup

2.

Open the following menus:

3.

●

System Setup

●

Energy Settings

●

Sleep/Auto Off

●

Sleep/Auto Off After

button.

Use the arrow keys to select the time for the Sleep/Auto Off delay, and then press the OK button.
NOTE: The default value is 15 Minutes.

4.

The product automatically wakes when it receives jobs or when you press a button on the product
control panel. You can change which events cause the product to wake. Open the following menus:
●

System Setup

●

Energy Settings

●

Sleep/Auto Off

●

Wake Events

To turn off a wake event, select the event, and then select the No option.

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Touchscreen control panel
1.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup

2.

Open the following menus:

3.

●

System Setup

●

Energy Settings

●

Sleep/Auto Off

●

Sleep/Auto Off After

button.

Select the time for the Sleep/Auto Off delay.
NOTE: The default value is 15 Minutes.

4.

The product automatically wakes when it receives jobs or when you touch the screen on the product
control panel. You can change which events cause the product to wake. Open the following menus:
●

System Setup

●

Energy Settings

●

Sleep/Auto Off

●

Wake Events

Active wake events have a blue square next to the name. To turn off a wake event, touch the name of
the event. The blue square changes to black. Touch the Done button.

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HP offers periodic product updates, new Web Services apps, and new features to existing Web Services apps.
Follow these steps to update the product firmware for a single product. When you update the firmware, Web
Service apps will update automatically.
There are two supported methods to perform a firmware update on this product. Use only one of the
following methods to update the product firmware.

Method one: Update the firmware using the control panel
Use these steps to load the firmware from the control panel (for network-connected products only), and/or
set the product to automatically load future firmware updates. For USB-connected products, skip to method
two.
1.

Make sure the product is connected to a wired (Ethernet) or wireless network with an active Internet
connection.
NOTE: The product must be connected to the internet to update the firmware via a network
connection.

2.

3.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, open the Setup menu.
●

For touchscreen control panels, touch the Setup

●

For standard control panels, press the left or right arrow button.

button.

Scroll to and open the Service menu, and then open the LaserJet Update menu.
NOTE: If the LaserJet Update option is not listed, use method two.

4.

Check for updates.
●

For touchscreen control panels, touch Check for Updates Now.

●

For standard control panels, select Check for Update.

NOTE: The product automatically checks for an update, and if a newer version is detected, the update
process automatically starts.
5.

Set the product to automatically update the firmware when updates become available.
From the Home screen on the product control panel, open the Setup menu.
●

For touchscreen control panels, touch the Setup

●

For standard control panels, press the left or right arrow button.

button.

Scroll to and open the Service menu, open the LaserJet Update menu, and then select the Manage
Updates menu.
Set the product to automatically update the firmware.

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For touchscreen control panels, set the Allow Updates option to YES, and then set the Check
automatically option to ON.

●

For standard control panels, set the Allow Updates option to YES, and then set the Automatic
Check option to ON.

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Method two: Update the firmware using the Firmware Update Utility
Use these steps to manually download and install the Firmware Update Utility from HP.com.
NOTE: This method is the only firmware update option available for products connected to the computer
via a USB cable. It also works for products connected to a network.
1.

Go to www.hp.com/go/support, click the Drivers & Software link, type the product name in the search
field, press the ENTER button, and then select the product from the list of search results.

2.

Select the operating system.

3.

Under the Firmware section, locate the Firmware Update Utility.

4.

Click Download, click Run, and then click Run again.

5.

When the utility launches, select the product from the drop-down list, and then click Send Firmware.
NOTE: To print a configuration page to verify the installed firmware version before or after the update
process, click Print Config.

6.

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Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation, and then click the Exit button to close
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Solve problems

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Customer support

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Control panel help system (touchscreen models only)

●

Restore the factory-set defaults

●

A Cartridge is low or Cartridge is very low message displays on the product control panel

●

Product does not pick up paper or misfeeds

●

Clear jams

●

Improve print quality

●

Improve copy and scan quality

●

Improve fax image quality

●

Solve wired network problems

●

Solve wireless network problems

●

Solve fax problems

For more information:
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
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Install and configure

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Learn and use

●

Solve problems

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Download software updates

●

Join support forums

●

Find warranty and regulatory information

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Customer support
Get telephone support for your country/region
Have the product name, serial number, date of purchase, and
problem description ready.

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Country/region phone numbers are on the flyer that was in the
box with your product or at www.hp.com/support/.

Get 24-hour Internet support

www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/
ljMFPM226

Download software utilities, drivers, and electronic information

www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225, www.hp.com/support/
ljMFPM226

Order additional HP service or maintenance agreements

www.hp.com/go/carepack

Register your product

www.register.hp.com

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The product has a built-in Help system that explains how to use each screen. To open the Help system, touch
the Help button in the upper-right corner of the screen.
For some screens, the Help opens to a global menu where you can search for specific topics. You can browse
through the menu structure by touching the buttons in the menu.
Some Help screens include animations that guide you through procedures, such as clearing jams.
For screens that contain settings for individual jobs, the Help opens to a topic that explains the options for
that screen.
If the product alerts you of an error or warning, touch the Help button to open a message that describes the
problem. The message also contains instructions to help solve the problem.

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Restore the factory-set defaults
Restoring the factory-set defaults returns all of the product and network settings to the factory defaults. It
will not reset the page count, tray size, or language. To restore the product to the factory-default settings,
follow these steps.
CAUTION: Restoring the factory-set defaults returns all of the settings to the factory defaults, and it also
deletes any pages that are stored in the memory.
1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Open the Service menu.

3.

Select the Restore Defaults option, and then press or touch the OK button.

button.

The product automatically restarts.

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A Cartridge is low or Cartridge is very low message displays on
the product control panel
A Cartridge is low or Cartridge is very low message displays on the product control panel, and the product
does not print.
NOTE: Toner level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only. When an indicator
shows low-toner levels, consider having a replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays.
You do not need to replace cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable.
Once an HP toner cartridge has reached “very low”, HP’s Premium Protection Warranty on that toner
cartridge has ended.
You can change the way the product reacts when supplies reach the Very Low state. You do not have to reestablish these settings when you install a new toner cartridge.

Enable or disable the Very Low settings
You can enable or disable the default settings at any time, and you do not have to re-enable them when you
install a new toner cartridge.
LCD control panel
1.

On the product control panel, press the Setup

2.

Open the following menus:

3.

●

System Setup

●

Supply Settings

●

Black Cartridge

●

Very Low Setting

button.

Select one of the following options, and then press the OK button:
●

Select the Stop option to set the product to stop printing until you replace the toner cartridge.

●

Select the Prompt option to set the product to stop printing and prompt you to replace the toner
cartridge. You can acknowledge the prompt and continue printing.

●

Select the Continue option to set the product to alert you that the toner cartridge is very low, but
to continue printing.

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1.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup

2.

Open the following menus:
●

System Setup

●

Supply Settings

button.

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3.

●

Black Cartridge

●

Very Low Setting

Select one of the following options:
●

Select the Stop option to set the product to stop printing until you replace the toner cartridge.

●

Select the Prompt option to set the product to stop printing and prompt you to replace the toner
cartridge. You can acknowledge the prompt and continue printing.

●

Select the Continue option to set the product to alert you that the toner cartridge is very low, but
to continue printing.

For models with fax, when the product is set to the Stop option there is some risk that faxes will not print
after the new cartridge is installed if your product has received more faxes than the memory can hold while
stopped.
For models with fax, when the product is set to the Prompt option there is some risk that faxes will not print
after the new cartridge is installed if your product has received more faxes than the memory can hold while
the product is waiting for the prompt to be acknowledged.
Once an HP toner cartridge has reached Very Low, HP’s Premium Protection Warranty on that toner cartridge
has ended. All print defects or cartridge failures incurred when an HP toner cartridge is used in Continue at
very low mode will not be considered to be defects in materials or workmanship in the toner cartridge under
the HP Print Cartridge Warranty Statement.

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●

The product does not pick up paper

●

The product picks up multiple sheets of paper

●

The document feeder jams, skews, or picks up multiple sheets of paper

●

Clean the pickup rollers and separation pad in the document feeder

The product does not pick up paper
If the product does not pick up paper from the tray, try these solutions.
1.

Open the product and remove any jammed sheets of paper.

2.

Load the tray with the correct size of paper for your job.

3.

Make sure the paper size and type are set correctly on the product control panel.

4.

Make sure the paper guides in the tray are adjusted correctly for the size of paper. Adjust the guides to
the appropriate indentation in the tray.

5.

Check the product control panel to see if the product is waiting for you to acknowledge a prompt to feed
the paper manually. Load paper, and continue.

6.

The rollers above the tray might be contaminated. Clean the rollers with a lint-free cloth dampened
with warm water.

The product picks up multiple sheets of paper
If the product picks up multiple sheets of paper from the tray, try these solutions.
1.

Remove the stack of paper from the tray and flex it, rotate it 180 degrees, and flip it over. Do not fan
the paper. Return the stack of paper to the tray.

2.

Use only paper that meets HP specifications for this product.

3.

Use paper that is not wrinkled, folded, or damaged. If necessary, use paper from a different package.

4.

Make sure the tray is not overfilled. If it is, remove the entire stack of paper from the tray, straighten
the stack, and then return some of the paper to the tray.

5.

Make sure the paper guides in the tray are adjusted correctly for the size of paper. Adjust the guides to
the appropriate indentation in the tray.

6.

Make sure the printing environment is within recommended specifications.

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●

The original might have something on it, such as staples or self-adhesive notes, that must be removed.

●

Check that all rollers are in place and that the roller-access cover inside the document feeder is closed.

●

Make sure that the top document-feeder cover is closed.

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The pages might not be placed correctly. Straighten the pages and adjust the paper guides to center the
stack.

●

The paper guides must be touching the sides of the paper stack to work correctly. Make sure that the
paper stack is straight and the guides are against the paper stack.

●

The document feeder input tray or output bin might contain more than the maximum number of pages.
Make sure the paper stack fits below the guides in the input tray, and remove pages from the output
bin.

●

Verify that there are no pieces of paper, staples, paper clips, or other debris in the paper path.

●

Clean the document-feeder rollers and the separation pad. Use compressed air or a clean, lint-free cloth
moistened with warm water. If misfeeds still occur, replace the rollers.

●

From the Home screen on the product control panel, scroll to and touch the Supplies button. Check the
status of the document-feeder kit, and replace it if necessary.

Clean the pickup rollers and separation pad in the document feeder
If the document feeder experiences paper-handling problems, such as jams or multiple-page feeds, clean the
document-feeder rollers and separation pad.
1.

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Use a moist, lint-free cloth to wipe both pickup
rollers and the separation pad to remove dirt.
CAUTION: Do not use abrasives, acetone,
benzene, ammonia, ethyl alcohol, or carbon
tetrachloride on any part of the product; these
can damage the product. Do not place liquids
directly on the glass or platen. They might seep
and damage the product.

3.

Close the document-feeder input tray.

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Jam locations
1

2

3

1

Document feeder

See Clear jams in the document feeder on page 100.

2

Toner-cartridge area and output bin

See Clear jams in the toner-cartridge area on page 102 and
Clear jams in the output bin on page 105.

3

Duplex area

See Clear jams in the duplexer on page 108.

Experiencing frequent or recurring paper jams?
Follow these steps to solve problems with frequent paper jams. If the first step does not resolve the problem
continue with the next step until you have resolved the problem.

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1.

If paper has jammed in the product, clear the jam and then print a configuration page to test the
product.

2.

Check that the tray is configured for the correct paper size and type on the product control panel. Adjust
paper settings if necessary.
a.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

b.

Open the System Setup menu.

c.

Open the Paper setup menu.

d.

Select the tray from the list.

e.

Select Paper Type and then select the type of paper that is in the tray.

f.

Select Paper Size and then select the size of paper that is in the tray.

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Turn the product off, wait 30 seconds, and then turn it on again.

4.

Print a cleaning page to remove excess toner from inside the product.
a.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

b.

Open the Service menu.

c.

Select Cleaning Page.

d.

Load plain letter or A4 paper when you are prompted.

e.

Touch the OK button to begin the cleaning process.

button.

The product prints the first side and then prompts you to remove the page from the output bin and
reload it in Tray 1, keeping the same orientation. Wait until the process is complete. Discard the
page that prints.
5.

Print a configuration page to test the product.
a.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

b.

Open the Reports menu.

c.

SelectConfiguration Report.

button.

If none of these steps resolves the problem, the product might need service. Contact HP customer support.

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A Jam in the document feeder message displays on the product control panel.
1.

Remove any loose paper from the document
feeder input tray that has not fed into the
product.

2.

Remove any jammed paper visible in the input
tray area. Use both hands to slowly pull out the
jammed paper to avoid tearing the paper.

3.

Lift the document-feeder input tray.

4.

Lift the jam-access cover in the document feeder.

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Remove any jammed paper from under the cover.

6.

Close the jam-access cover.

7.

Close the document-feeder input tray.

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Clear jams in the toner-cartridge area
A Jam in cartridge area message displays on the product control panel.
NOTE:

For the dw models, an animation showing the jam-clearing procedure displays on the control panel.

1.

Lift the scanner assembly.

2.

Open the top cover.

3.

Remove the toner cartridge.

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Remove any jammed paper from the tonercartridge area. Use both hands to remove
jammed paper to avoid tearing the paper.

5.

Reinsert the toner cartridge.

6.

Close the top cover.

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Lower the scanner assembly.

8.

If the error message still displays on the control
panel, press or touch OK to clear it.

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Clear jams in the output bin
A Jam in output bin message displays on the product control panel.
NOTE:

For the dw models, an animation showing the jam-clearing procedure displays on the control panel.

1.

Lift the scanner assembly.

2.

Open the top cover.

3.

Pull out the green tab to release the jam-access
cover.

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Remove any jammed paper.

5.

Close the jam-access cover.

6.

Close the top cover.

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Lower the scanner assembly.

8.

If the error message still displays on the control
panel, press or touch OK to clear it.

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Clear jams in the duplexer
A Jam in duplex area message displays on the product control panel.
NOTE:

For the dw models, an animation showing the jam-clearing procedure displays on the control panel.

1.

Open the rear door.

2.

Remove any jammed paper from the duplex area.
Use both hands to remove jammed paper to
avoid tearing the paper.

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Close the rear door.

4.

If the error message still displays on the control
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Print from a different software program

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Set the paper-type setting for the print job

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Check the toner-cartridge status

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Clean the product

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Inspect the toner cartridge for damage

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Check the paper and printing environment

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Check other print job settings

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Try a different print driver

Print from a different software program
Try printing from a different software program. If the page prints correctly, the problem is with the software
program from which you were printing.

Set the paper-type setting for the print job
Check the paper-type setting if you are printing from a software program and the pages have any of these
problems:
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smeared print

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fuzzy print

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dark print

●

curled paper

●

scattered dots of toner

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loose toner

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small areas of missing toner

Check the paper-type setting (Windows)
1.

From the software program, select the Print option.

2.

Select the product, and then click the Properties or Preferences button.

3.

Click the Paper/Quality tab.

4.

From the Media: drop-down list, select the correct paper type.

5.

Click the OK button to close the Document Properties dialog box. In the Print dialog, click the OK button
to print the job.

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1.

Click the File menu, and then click the Print option.

2.

Select the product.

3.

Click Show Details, and then click the Media & Quality menu or the Paper/Quality menu.

4.

Select a type from the Media-type drop-down list.

5.

Click the Print button.

Check the toner-cartridge status
Check the supplies status page for the following information:
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Estimated percentage of cartridge life remaining

●

Approximate pages remaining

●

Part numbers for HP toner cartridges

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Number of pages printed

Use the following procedures to print the supplies status page:
LCD control panel
1.

On the product control panel, press the Setup

2.

Open the following menus:

3.

●

Reports

●

Supplies status

button.

Use the arrow keys to select Print Supplies status page, and then press the OK button.

Touchscreen control panel
1.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Supplies

2.

Touch the Report button to print the supplies status page.

button.

Clean the product
Print a cleaning page
LCD control panel
button.

1.

From the product control panel, press the Setup

2.

Open the Service menu.

3.

Use the arrow keys to select the Cleaning mode option, and then press the OK button.
The product prints the first side and then prompts you to remove the page from the output bin and
reload it in Tray 1, keeping the same orientation. Wait until the process is complete. Discard the page
that prints.

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Touchscreen control panel
1.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup

2.

Touch the Service menu.

3.

Touch the Cleaning Page button.

4.

Load plain letter or A4 paper when you are prompted.

5.

Touch the OK button to begin the cleaning process.

button.

The product prints the first side and then prompts you to remove the page from the output bin and
reload it in Tray 1, keeping the same orientation. Wait until the process is complete. Discard the page
that prints.

Check the scanner glass for dirt and smudges
Over time, specks of debris might collect on the scanner glass and white plastic backing, which can affect
performance. Use the following procedure to clean the scanner.
1.

Press the power button to turn the product off, and then disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet.

2.

Open the scanner lid.

3.

Clean the scanner glass and the white plastic backing underneath the scanner lid with a soft cloth or
sponge that has been moistened with nonabrasive glass cleaner.
CAUTION: Do not use abrasives, acetone, benzene, ammonia, ethyl alcohol, or carbon tetrachloride on
any part of the product; these can damage the product. Do not place liquids directly on the glass or
platen. They might seep and damage the product.

4.

Dry the glass and white plastic parts with a chamois or a cellulose sponge to prevent spotting.

5.

Connect the power cable to an outlet, and then press the power button to turn the product on.

Inspect the toner cartridge for damage
1.

Remove the toner cartridge from the product, and verify that the sealing tape has been removed.

2.

Grasp both sides of the toner cartridge and distribute the toner by gently rocking the cartridge.

3.

Check the memory chip for damage.

4.

Examine the surface of the imaging drum on the toner cartridge.
CAUTION: Do not touch the roller (imaging drum) on the cartridge. Fingerprints on the imaging drum
can cause print-quality problems.

5.

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If you see any scratches, fingerprints, or other damage on the imaging drum, replace the toner
cartridge.

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If the imaging drum does not appear to be damaged, rock the toner cartridge gently several times
and reinstall it.

Print a few pages to see if these steps resolved the issue.

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Use paper that meets HP specifications
Use different paper if you are having any of the following problems:
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The printing is too light or seems faded in areas.

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Specks of toner are on the printed pages.

●

Toner is smearing on the printed pages.

●

Printed characters seem misformed.

●

Printed pages are curled.

Always use a paper type and weight that this product supports. In addition, follow these guidelines when
selecting paper:
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Use paper that is of good quality and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles,
voids, staples, and curled or bent edges.

●

Use paper that has not been previously printed on.

●

Use paper that is designed for use in laser printers. Do not use paper that is designed only for use in
inkjet printers.

●

Use paper that is not too rough. Using smoother paper generally results in better print quality.

Check the product environment
Verify that the product is operating within the environmental specifications listed in the product Warranty
and Legal Guide.

Check other print job settings
When printing from a software program, follow these steps to try to resolve the issue by adjusting other
print-driver settings.

Check the EconoMode settings
HP does not recommend the full-time use of EconoMode. If EconoMode is used full-time, the toner supply
might outlast the mechanical parts in the toner cartridge. If print quality begins to degrade and is no longer
acceptable, consider replacing the toner cartridge.
NOTE: This feature is available with the PCL 6 print driver for Windows. If you are not using that driver,
enable the feature by using the HP Embedded Web Server.
Follow these steps if the entire page is too dark or too light.

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From the software program, select the Print option.

2.

Select the product, and then click the Properties or Preferences button.

3.

Click the Paper/Quality tab, and locate the Print Quality area.

4.

If the entire page is too dark, use these settings:

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Select the 600 dpi option.

●

Select the EconoMode check box to enable it.

If the entire page is too light, use these settings:

5.

●

Select the FastRes 1200 option.

●

Clear the EconoMode check box to disable it.

Click the OK button to close the Document Properties dialog box. In the Print dialog, click the OK button
to print the job.

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Try a different print driver when printing from a software program and the printed pages have unexpected
lines in graphics, missing text, missing graphics, incorrect formatting, or substituted fonts.
Download any of the following drivers from the HP Web site: www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM225,
www.hp.com/support/ljMFPM226.
HP PCL 6 driver

HP UPD PS driver

HP UPD PCL 5

HP UPD PCL 6

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Provided as the default driver on the product CD. This driver is automatically
installed unless a different one is selected.

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Recommended for all Windows environments

●

Provides the overall best speed, print quality, and product-feature support for
most users

●

Developed to align with the Windows Graphic Device Interface (GDI) for the best
speed in Windows environments

●

Might not be fully compatible with third-party and custom software programs that
are based on PCL 5

●

Recommended for printing with Adobe® software programs or with other highly
graphics-intensive software programs

●

Provides support for printing from postscript emulation needs, or for postscript
flash font support

●

Recommended for general office printing in Windows environments

●

Compatible with previous PCL versions and older HP LaserJet products

●

The best choice for printing from third-party or custom software programs

●

The best choice when operating with mixed environments, which require the
product to be set to PCL 5 (UNIX, Linux, mainframe)

●

Designed for use in corporate Windows environments to provide a single driver for
use with multiple product models

●

Preferred when printing to multiple product models from a mobile Windows
computer

●

Recommended for printing in all Windows environments

●

Provides the overall best speed, print quality, and printer feature support for most
users

●

Developed to align with Windows Graphic Device Interface (GDI) for best speed in
Windows environments

●

Might not be fully compatible with third-party and custom software programs that
are based on PCL 5

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Check the scanner glass for dirt and smudges
Over time, specks of debris might collect on the scanner glass and white plastic backing, which can affect
performance. Use the following procedure to clean the scanner.
1.

Press the power button to turn the product off, and then disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet.

2.

Open the scanner lid.

3.

Clean the scanner glass and the white plastic backing underneath the scanner lid with a soft cloth or
sponge that has been moistened with nonabrasive glass cleaner.
CAUTION: Do not use abrasives, acetone, benzene, ammonia, ethyl alcohol, or carbon tetrachloride on
any part of the product; these can damage the product. Do not place liquids directly on the glass or
platen. They might seep and damage the product.

4.

Dry the glass and white plastic parts with a chamois or a cellulose sponge to prevent spotting.

5.

Connect the power cable to an outlet, and then press the power button to turn the product on.

Check the paper settings
1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

button.

2.

Open the System Setup menu.

3.

Open the Paper setup menu.

4.

Select the tray from the list.

5.

Select Paper Type and then select the type of paper that is in the tray.

6.

Select Paper Size and then select the size of paper that is in the tray.

Optimize for text or pictures
The following copy-quality settings are available:
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Auto Select: Use this setting when you are not concerned about the quality of the copy. This is the
default setting.

●

Mixed: Use this setting for documents that contain a mixture of text and graphics.

●

Text: Use this setting for documents that contain mostly text.

●

Picture: Use this setting for documents that contain mostly graphics.

LCD control panel
1.

Load the document on the scanner glass according to the indicators on the product.

2.

On the product control panel, press the Copy Menu

3.

Select the Optimize menu.

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Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options, and then press the OK button to select an option.

5.

Touch the Start Copy

button to start copying.

Touchscreen control panel
1.

Load the document on the scanner glass according to the indicators on the product.

2.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Copy button.

3.

Touch the Settings button, and then scroll to and touch the Optimize button. Touch the arrow buttons
to scroll through the options, and then touch an option to select it.

4.

Touch the Start Copy button to start copying.

Edge-to-edge copying
The product cannot print fully edge-to-edge. There is a 4 mm (0.2 inch) unprintable border around the page.
Considerations for printing or scanning documents with cropped edges:

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When the original is smaller than the output size, move the original 4 mm (0.2 inch) away from the
corner indicated by the icon on the scanner. Recopy or scan in this position.

●

When the original is the size of the printed output that you want, use the Reduce/Enlarge feature to
reduce the image so the copy is not cropped.

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Clean the pickup rollers and separation pad in the document feeder
If the document feeder experiences paper-handling problems, such as jams or multiple-page feeds, clean the
document-feeder rollers and separation pad.
1.

Lift the document-feeder input tray.

2.

Use a moist, lint-free cloth to wipe both pickup
rollers and the separation pad to remove dirt.
CAUTION: Do not use abrasives, acetone,
benzene, ammonia, ethyl alcohol, or carbon
tetrachloride on any part of the product; these
can damage the product. Do not place liquids
directly on the glass or platen. They might seep
and damage the product.

3.

Close the document-feeder input tray.

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Improve fax image quality
●

Check the scanner glass for dirt or smudges

●

Check the send-fax resolution setting

●

Check the lightness/darkness setting

●

Check the Error Correction setting

●

Check the Fit-to-Page setting

●

Clean the pickup rollers and separation pad in the document feeder

●

Send to a different fax machine

●

Check the sender's fax machine

Check the scanner glass for dirt or smudges
Over time, specks of debris might collect on the scanner glass and white plastic backing, which can affect
performance. Use the following procedure to clean the scanner.
1.

Press the power button to turn the product off, and then disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet.

2.

Open the scanner lid.

3.

Clean the scanner glass, the document feeder strips, and the white plastic backing with a soft cloth or
sponge that has been moistened with nonabrasive glass cleaner.
CAUTION: Do not use abrasives, acetone, benzene, ammonia, ethyl alcohol, or carbon tetrachloride on
any part of the product; these can damage the product. Do not place liquids directly on the glass or
platen. They might seep and damage the product.

4.

Dry the glass and white plastic parts with a chamois or a cellulose sponge to prevent spotting.

5.

Close the scanner lid.

6.

Connect the power cable to an outlet, and then press the power button to turn the product on.

Check the send-fax resolution setting
1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Select Fax Setup.

3.

Select Advanced Setup, and then select Fax Resolution.

4.

Select the resolution setting, and then press or touch OK.

button.

Check the lightness/darkness setting
If the fax output is too light or too dark, check the lightness/darkness setting to make sure it is appropriate
for the fax job.

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1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

button.

2.

Select Fax Setup, and then select Advanced Setup.

3.

Select Lighter/Darker, and then adjust the setting for your fax job.

Check the Error Correction setting
Usually, the product monitors the signals on the telephone line while it is sending or receiving a fax. If the
product detects an error during the transmission and the error-correction setting is On, the product can
request that the portion of the fax be resent. The factory-set default for error correction is On.
You should turn off error correction only if you are having trouble sending or receiving a fax, and you are
willing to accept the errors in the transmission. Turning off the setting might be useful when you are trying to
send a fax overseas or receive one from overseas, or if you are using a satellite telephone connection.
1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Select Service, and then select Fax Service.

3.

Select Error Correction, and then select On.

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If the product printed a fax job off the page, turn on the fit-to-page feature from the product control panel.
NOTE:

Make sure that the default paper size setting matches the size of the paper in the tray.

1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Select Fax Setup, and then select Advanced Setup.

3.

Select Fit to Page, and then select On.

button.

Clean the pickup rollers and separation pad in the document feeder
If the document feeder experiences paper-handling problems, such as jams or multiple-page feeds, clean the
document-feeder rollers and separation pad.
1.

Lift the document-feeder input tray.

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2.

Use a moist, lint-free cloth to wipe both pickup
rollers and the separation pad to remove dirt.
CAUTION: Do not use abrasives, acetone,
benzene, ammonia, ethyl alcohol, or carbon
tetrachloride on any part of the product; these
can damage the product. Do not place liquids
directly on the glass or platen. They might seep
and damage the product.

3.

Close the document-feeder input tray.

Send to a different fax machine
Send the fax job to a different fax machine to see if another machine will successfully receive the fax job.
●

If another fax machine receives the fax successfully, check the connection and settings on the original
receiving fax machine.

●

If another fax machine does not receive the fax successfully, check the fax settings on your product. If
the fax is still unsuccessful, there might be interference on the phone line. Try to resend the fax later.

Check the sender's fax machine
Ask the sender to darken the contrast setting on the sending fax machine, and then resend the fax.
If the received fax quality is still poor, check the fax settings on your product.

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Check the following items to verify that the product is communicating with the network. Before beginning,
print a configuration page from the product control panel and locate the product IP address that is listed on
this page.
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Poor physical connection

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The computer is using the incorrect IP address for the product

●

The computer is unable to communicate with the product

●

The product is using incorrect link and duplex settings for the network

●

New software programs might be causing compatibility problems

●

The computer or workstation might be set up incorrectly

●

The product is disabled, or other network settings are incorrect

NOTE: HP does not support peer-to-peer networking, as the feature is a function of Microsoft operating
systems and not of the HP print drivers. For more information, go to Microsoft at www.microsoft.com.

Poor physical connection
1.

Verify that the product is attached to the correct network port using a cable of the correct length.

2.

Verify that cable connections are secure.

3.

Look at the network port connection on the back of the product, and verify that the amber activity light
and the green link-status light are lit.

4.

If the problem continues, try a different cable or port on the hub.

The computer is using the incorrect IP address for the product
1.

Open the printer properties and click the Ports tab. Verify that the current IP address for the product is
selected. The product IP address is listed on the product configuration page.

2.

If you installed the product using the HP standard TCP/IP port, select the box labeled Always print to
this printer, even if its IP address changes.

3.

If you installed the product using a Microsoft standard TCP/IP port, use the hostname instead of the IP
address.

4.

If the IP address is correct, delete the product and then add it again.

The computer is unable to communicate with the product
1.

Test network communication by pinging the network.
a.

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For Windows, click Start, click Run, type cmd, and then press Enter.

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For OS X, go to Applications, then Utilities, and open Terminal.

b.

Type ping followed by the IP address for your product.

c.

If the window displays round-trip times, the network is working.

If the ping command failed, verify that the network hubs are on, and then verify that the network
settings, the product, and the computer are all configured for the same network.

The product is using incorrect link and duplex settings for the network
Hewlett-Packard recommends leaving these settings in automatic mode (the default setting). If you change
these settings, you must also change them for your network.

New software programs might be causing compatibility problems
Verify that any new software programs are correctly installed and that they use the correct print driver.

The computer or workstation might be set up incorrectly
1.

Check the network drivers, print drivers, and the network redirection settings.

2.

Verify that the operating system is configured correctly.

The product is disabled, or other network settings are incorrect
1.

Review the configuration page to check the status of the network protocol. Enable it if necessary.

2.

Reconfigure the network settings if necessary.

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Wireless connectivity checklist

●

The product does not print after the wireless configuration completes

●

The product does not print, and the computer has a third-party firewall installed

●

The wireless connection does not work after moving the wireless router or product

●

Cannot connect more computers to the wireless product

●

The wireless product loses communication when connected to a VPN

●

The network does not appear in the wireless networks list

●

The wireless network is not functioning

●

Perform a wireless network diagnostic test

●

Reduce interference on a wireless network

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Verify that the network cable is not connected.

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Verify that the product and the wireless router are turned on and have power. Also make sure that the
wireless radio in the product is turned on.

●

Verify that the service set identifier (SSID) is correct. Print a configuration page to determine the SSID. If
you are not sure the SSID is correct, run the wireless setup again.

●

With secured networks, verify that the security information is correct. If the security information is
incorrect, run the wireless setup again.

●

If the wireless network is working correctly, try accessing other computers on the wireless network. If
the network has Internet access, try connecting to the Internet over a wireless connection.

●

Verify that the encryption method (AES or TKIP) is the same for the product as it is for the wireless
access point (on networks using WPA security).

●

Verify that the product is within the range of the wireless network. For most networks, the product
must be within 30 m (100 ft) of the wireless access point (wireless router).

●

Verify that obstacles do not block the wireless signal. Remove any large metal objects between the
access point and the product. Make sure poles, walls, or support columns containing metal or concrete
do not separate the product and wireless access point.

●

Verify that the product is located away from electronic devices that might interfere with the wireless
signal. Many devices can interfere with the wireless signal including motors, cordless phones, security
system cameras, other wireless networks, and some Bluetooth devices.

●

Verify that the print driver is installed on the computer.

●

Verify that you have selected the correct printer port.

●

Verify that the computer and product connect to the same wireless network.

●

For OS X, verify that the wireless router supports Bonjour.

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The product does not print after the wireless configuration completes
1.

Make sure that the product is turned on and in the ready state.

2.

Turn off any third-party firewalls on your computer.

3.

Make sure that the wireless network is working correctly.

4.

Make sure that your computer is working correctly. If necessary, restart the computer.

5.

Verify that you can open the product HP Embedded Web Server from a computer on the network.

The product does not print, and the computer has a third-party firewall installed
1.

Update the firewall with the most recent update available from the manufacturer.

2.

If programs request firewall access when you install the product or try to print, make sure you allow the
programs to run.

3.

Temporarily turn off the firewall, and then install the wireless product on the computer. Enable the
firewall when you have completed the wireless installation.

The wireless connection does not work after moving the wireless router or product
1.

Make sure that the router or product connects to the same network that your computer connects to.

2.

Print a configuration page.

3.

Compare the service set identifier (SSID) on the configuration page to the SSID in the printer
configuration for the computer.

4.

If the numbers are not the same, the devices are not connecting to the same network. Reconfigure the
wireless setup for the product.

Cannot connect more computers to the wireless product
1.

Make sure that the other computers are within the wireless range and that no obstacles block the
signal. For most networks, the wireless range is within 30 m (100 ft) of the wireless access point.

2.

Make sure that the product is turned on and in the ready state.

3.

Turn off any third-party firewalls on your computer.

4.

Make sure that the wireless network is working correctly.

5.

Make sure that your computer is working correctly. If necessary, restart the computer.

The wireless product loses communication when connected to a VPN
●

Typically, you cannot connect to a VPN and other networks at the same time.

The network does not appear in the wireless networks list
●

Make sure the wireless router is turned on and has power.

●

The network might be hidden. However, you can still connect to a hidden network.

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1.

Make sure that the network cable is not connected.

2.

To verify if the network has lost communication, try connecting other devices to the network.

3.

Test network communication by pinging the network.
a.

4.

Open a command-line prompt on your computer.
●

For Windows, click Start, click Run, type cmd, and then press Enter.

●

For OS X, go to Applications, then Utilities, and open Terminal.

b.

Type ping followed by the router IP address.

c.

If the window displays round-trip times, the network is working.

Make sure that the router or product connects to the same network that the computer connects to.
a.

Print a configuration page.

b.

Compare the service set identifier (SSID) on the configuration report to the SSID in the printer
configuration for the computer.

c.

If the numbers are not the same, the devices are not connecting to the same network. Reconfigure
the wireless setup for the product.

Perform a wireless network diagnostic test
From the product control panel, you can run a diagnostic test that provides information about the wireless
network settings.
1.

From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup

2.

Open the Self Diagnostics menu.

3.

Touch the Run Wireless Test button to start the test. The product prints a test page that shows test
results.

button.

Reduce interference on a wireless network
The following tips can reduce interference in a wireless network:

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Keep the wireless devices away from large metal objects, such as filing cabinets, and other
electromagnetic devices, such as microwaves and cordless telephones. These objects can disrupt radio
signals.

●

Keep the wireless devices away from large masonry structures and other building structures. These
objects can absorb radio waves and lower signal strength.

●

Position the wireless router in a central location in line of sight with the wireless products on the
network.

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Solve fax problems
●

Check the hardware setup

●

Faxes are sending slowly

●

Fax quality is poor

●

Fax cuts off or prints on two pages

Check the hardware setup
●

Several possible fixes are available. After each recommended action, retry faxing to see if the problem
is resolved.

●

For best results during fax problem solving, make sure the line from the product is connected directly to
the wall phone port. Disconnect all other devices that are connected to the product.

1.

Verify that the telephone cord is connected to the correct port on the back of the product.

2.

Check the phone line by using the fax test:
a.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

b.

Select Service, and then select Fax Service.

c.

Select Run Fax Test. The product prints a fax test report.

button.

The report contains the following possible results:

3.

●

Pass: The report contains all of the current fax settings for review.

●

Fail: The report indicates the nature of the error and contains suggestions for how to resolve the
issue.

Verify that the product firmware is current:
a.

Go to www.hp.com/support.

b.

Click Drivers & Software, type your product number in the window, and then click Search. If
necessary, click your model in a list of similar products.
The Software & Driver Downloads page opens.

c.

Select your operating system from the drop-down menu, and then click Next.

d.

Click the plus sign next to Firmware, and then click HP LaserJet Firmware Update Utility.

e.

Click Download.

f.

When the download is complete, follow the on-screen instructions to install and run the utility.
The utility checks for firmware updates for your HP product. If updates are found, the utility
installs the available update.

g.
4.

When firmware updates are complete, try to resend the fax.

Verify that the fax was set up when the product software was installed.
From the computer, in the HP program folder, run the Fax Setup Utility.

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5.

Verify that the telephone service supports analog fax.
NOTE: HP products are designed specifically for use with analog phone services.

6.

●

If using ISDN or digital PBX, contact your service provider for information about configuring to an
analog fax line.

●

If using a VoIP service, change the Fax Speed to Slow(V.29) from the control panel. Ask if your
service provider supports fax and for the recommended fax modem speed. Some companies might
require an adapter.

●

If you are using a DSL service, make sure that a filter is included on the phone-line connection to
the product. Contact the DSL service provider, or purchase a DSL filter if you do not have one. If a
DSL filter is installed, try another filter because filters can be defective.

If the error persists, find more detailed problem-solving solutions in the sections that follow this one.

Faxes are sending slowly
The product is experiencing poor phone line quality.
●

Retry sending the fax when the line conditions have improved.

●

Check with the phone service provider that the line supports fax.

●

Use white paper for the original. Do not use colors such as gray, yellow, or pink.

●

Divide large fax jobs into smaller sections, and then fax them individually.

●

Turn off the Error Correction setting.
1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Select Service, and then select Fax Service.

3.

Select Error Correction, and then select Off.

button.

NOTE: Turning off Error Correction can reduce image quality.
●

●

Increase the Fax Speed setting.
1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Select Fax Setup, and then select Advanced Setup.

3.

Select Fax Speed, and then select the correct setting.

button.

Change the fax settings on the control panel to a lower resolution.
NOTE: Higher resolution faxes can take longer to send than lower resolution faxes.

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1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

button.

2.

Select Fax Setup, and then select Advanced Setup.

3.

Select Fax Resolution, and then select the correct setting.

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Fax quality is poor
Fax is blurry or too light.
●

Increase fax resolution when sending faxes. Resolution does not affect received faxes.
button.

1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Select Fax Setup, and then select Advanced Setup.

3.

Select Fax Resolution, and then select the correct setting.

NOTE: Increasing resolution slows transmission speed.
●

Turn on the Error Correction setting from the control panel.
1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Select Service, and then select Fax Service.

3.

Select Error Correction, and then select On.

button.

●

Check the toner cartridge and replace the cartridge if necessary.

●

Ask the sender to darken the contrast setting on the sending fax machine, and then resend the fax.

Fax cuts off or prints on two pages
●

Set the Default Paper Size setting. Faxes print on a single size of paper based on the Default Paper Size
settings.
1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Select System Setup, and then select Paper Setup.

3.

Select Paper Size, and then select the correct setting.

button.

●

Set the paper type and size for the tray used for faxes.

●

Turn on the Fit to Page setting to print longer length faxes on letter or A4 size paper.
1.

On the product control panel, press or touch the Setup

2.

Select Fax Setup, and then select Advanced Setup.

3.

Select Fit to Page, and then select On.

button.

NOTE: If the Fit to Page setting is off and the Default Paper Size setting is set to Letter, a Legal-size original
prints on two pages.

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Index

A
accessories
ordering 24
part numbers 24
acoustic specifications 5
AirPrint 40
applications
downloading 74
Apps menu 74
B
bins, output
locating 6
browser requirements
HP embedded Web Server 76
C
cartridge
replacing 25
checklist
wireless connectivity 125
cleaning
glass 112, 116
paper path 111
control panel
help 91
locating 6
control panel buttons
locating 8
copy quality
improving 116
copying
edges of documents 117
multiple copies 44
optimizing for text or pictures
116
quality, adjusting 44
setting paper size and type 116

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single copies 44
two-sided documents 45
covers, locating 6
customer support
online 90
D
defaults, restoring 92
dimensions, product 2
document feeder 45
copying two-sided documents
45
faxing from 70
paper-feeding problems 95
double-sided copying 45
double-sided printing
Mac 36
Windows 33
drivers
paper types 16
duplex 45
duplex printing
Mac 36
duplex printing (double-sided)
settings (Windows) 32
Windows 33
duplexing
manually (Mac) 36
manually (Windows) 33
E
EconoMode setting 85, 113
economy settings 85
electrical specifications 5
Embedded Web Server
changing password 84
opening 84
Embedded Web Server (EWS)
features 76

Explorer, versions supported
HP Embedded Web Server

76

F
factory-set defaults, restoring 92
fax ports
locating 7
fax troubleshooting
hardware setup 128
faxing
from the document feeder 70
from the flatbed scanner 70
G
glass, cleaning

112, 116

H
hardware setup
fax troubleshooting 128
help, control panel 91
HP Customer Care 90
HP Device Toolbox, using 76
HP Embedded Web Server
changing password 84
opening 84
HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)
features 76
HP ePrint 39
HP ePrint software 40
HP EWS, using 76
HP Scan software (Mac) 49
HP Scan software (Windows) 48
HP Utility 79
HP Utility for Mac
Bonjour 79
features 79
HP Utility, Mac 79
HP Web Jetadmin 83

Index 131

HP Web Services
applications 74
enabling 74
HP Wireless Direct Printing 38

ordering
supplies and accessories 24
output bin
locating 6

I
interface ports
locating 7
Internet Explorer, versions supported
HP Embedded Web Server 76

P
pages per minute 2
pages per sheet
selecting (Mac) 37
selecting (Windows) 34
paper
ordering 24
selecting 113
supported sizes 14
supported types 16
paper pickup problems
solving 95
paper type
selecting (Windows) 35
paper types
selecting (Mac) 37
part numbers
supplies 24
power
consumption 5
power connection
locating 7
power switch, locating 6
print on both sides
Mac 36
manually, Windows 33
Windows 33
print quality
improving 110
printing
from USB flash drives 41
printing on both sides
settings (Windows) 32
product and serial number label
locating 7

J
jams
locating 98
Jetadmin, HP Web

83

L
labels
printing (Windows) 35
M
Macintosh
HP Utility 79
manual duplex
Mac 36
Windows 33
media
supported sizes 14
multiple pages per sheet
printing (Mac) 37
printing (Windows) 34
N
Netscape Navigator, versions
supported
HP embedded Web Server 76
network
password, changing 84
password, setting 84
network installation 75
network port
locating 7
networks
HP Web Jetadmin 83
installing the product 75
number of copies, changing 44
O
on/off button, locating 6
online help, control panel 91
online support 90

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R
replacing toner cartridge 25
restoring factory-set defaults 92
S
scan quality
improving 116
scanner
faxing from 70
glass cleaning 112, 116

scanning
from HP Scan software (Mac) 49
from HP Scan software
(Windows) 48
security lock slot
locating 7
serial number label
locating 7
settings
factory-set defaults, restoring
92
sleep delay
setting 85
software
HP Utility 79
special paper
printing (Windows) 35
specifications
electrical and acoustic 5
status
HP Utility, Mac 79
supplies
low threshold settings 93
ordering 24
part numbers 24
replacing toner cartridge 25
status, viewing with HP Utility for
Mac 79
using when low 93
supplies status
checking 111
supplies status page
printing 111
support
online 90
supported media 14
supported operating systems 2
system requirements
HP Embedded Web Server 76
T
technical support
online 90
toner
amount remaining 111
toner cartridge
checking for damage 112
low threshold settings 93
replacing 25
using when low 93

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transparencies
printing (Windows) 35
Tray 1
loading 17
orientation 17
Tray 2
loading 19
orientation 21
trays
included 2
locating 6
troubleshooting
faxes 128
network problems 123
wired network 123
wireless network 125
two-sided copying 45
two-sided printing
settings (Windows) 32
U
USB flash drives
printing from
USB port
locating 7

41

W
walk-up USB port
locating 6
walk-up USB printing 41
Web browser requirements
HP Embedded Web Server 76
Web Services
applications 74
enabling 74
Web sites
customer support 90
HP Web Jetadmin, downloading
83
weight, product 2
wireless network
troubleshooting 125
wireless network interference 127

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