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USER MANUAL LaserJet Pro 200 Color Printer M251N HP
Software Technical Reference
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HP LaserJet Pro 200 color M251n Printer
Software Technical Reference
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Edition 1, 10/2012
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Table of contents
1 Document and product basics .... 1
Purpose and scope 2
Software availability and localization 3
In-box printing-system software CD 3
HP LaserJet Windows® software CD 3
CD versions and language support 3
Driver languages 5
Installer languages 6
Documentation languages 7
Printing-system software on the Web 7
2 Windows® software description and installation 9
Introduction 9
Install overview 10
Software installation types for Windows® 10
Installation options 10
CD installation and HP Smart Install installation 12
Supported operating systems for Windows® 12
Installation for software components from the Web 13
Supported operating systems for Windows® 13
HP LaserJet software components for Windows® 14
Installer 14
Uninstaller 14
Print drivers 14
HP PCL 6 print driver and PS Universal Print Driver 14
Print driver version numbers for Windows® operating systems 14
HP PCL 6 print driver for Windows® 15
Introduction 15
Access print drivers 15
Help system 17
Incompatible print settings messages 17
Advanced tab features 19
Printing Shortcuts tab features 23
Paper/Quality tab features 27
Effects tab features 33
Finishing tab features 39
Color tab features 45
Services tab features 50
Device Settings tab features 51
About tab features 55
Driver configuration for Windows® 55
Driver autoconfiguration 56
Bidirectional communication 56
Update Now 56
HP Reconfiguration Utility 57
Font support 57
Basic fonts 58
HP ePrint 58
HP Update 58
Help & Learn Center 59
Toner Cartridge Authentication 60
HP Device Toolbox 61
Home tab 63
Device Status 63
Supplies Status 64
Device Configuration page 65
Network Summary page 66
Reports 66
Color Usage Log 67
Event Log page 68
System tab 68
Device Information page 68
Paper Setup page 69
Print Quality page 70
EcoSMART Console page 70
Print Density page 71
Paper Types page 72
System Setup page 72
Service page 73
Save and Restore page 73
Product Security page 74
Print tab 74
Printing 74
PCL5 75
PostScript 75
Networking tab 75
Network Summary 76
IPv4 Configuration 76
IPv6 Configuration 77
Wireless Configuration 78
Wireless Direct Setup 78
Network Identification 78
Advanced page 80
Certificates page 80
HTTPS Enforcement page 81
SNMP page 81
Access Control List page 82
802.1X Authentication page 82
Firewall page 83
HP Web Services tab 83
Web Services Setup page 83
HP ePrint page 84
Proxy Settings page 84
HP Smart Install tab 84
HP Product Improvement Study 85
Online product registration 86
Detailed Windows installation instructions 87
Use the Recommended installation with HP Smart Install or the CD 87
Perform a custom installation with HP Smart Install or the CD 95
Remove Windows software 106
Use the HP Uninstall utility to remove the product software 106
Use the software CD to remove the product software 108
Remove the print driver by using the Windows Add or Remove Programs feature ..... 11
Uninstall the print driver by using the Server Properties feature 113
3 Mac software and utilities 115
Software installation methods 116
CD installation 116
Supported operating systems for Mac 116
Supported languages 116
HP LaserJet software components and utilities for Mac 116
PPD 117
PDE 117
HP USB EWS Gateway 117
HP Utility for Mac 117
Open the HP Utility 118
HP Utility toolbar 118
Supplies Status 119
Device Information 120
Color Usage 120
File Upload 121
HP ePrintCenter 122
Test 122
Upload Fonts 123
Auto-off 123
Network Settings 124
Supplies Management 125
Trays Configuration 126
Additional Settings 127
Message Center 128
Supported print drivers for Mac 128
Priority for print settings for Mac 128
Install the Mac printing-system software 129
General installation for Mac operating systems 129
Detailed Mac installation 130
Setup instructions 139
Set up a printer with a Mac 139
Troubleshoot the product setup 140
Remove the printing-system software from Mac operating systems 141
4 Linux and Unix 145
Linux information 146
Unix information 147
5 Engineering details 149
Introduction 149
HP Print and Scan Doctor 150
SAP and Citrix printing 151
Index 153
List of tables
Table 1-1 Software CD supported languages .... 3
Table 1-2 Supported discrete driver languages .... 5
Table 1-3 Installer component languages .... 6
Table 1-4 Documentation languages ...... 7
Table 2-1 Font Attribute settings for new and preset watermarks 38
Table 2-2 Page orientation 42
Table 2-3 Automatic discovery and driver configuration through bidirectional communication ^1 ...... 56
Table 2-4 Network Identification page – Text Entities ...... 79
List of figures
Figure 2-1 Incompatible print settings warning .... 18
Figure 2-2 Incompatible Print Settings dialog .... 19
Figure 2-3 Advanced tab 20
Figure 2-4 Printing Shortcuts tab 23
Figure 2-5 Paper/Quality tab 28
Figure 2-6 Effects tab 33
Figure 2-7 Finishing tab 39
Figure 2-8 Print on Both Sides Instructions dialog box 42
Figure 2-9 Color tab 46
Figure 2-10 Services tab 50
Figure 2-11 Device Settings tab .... 51
Figure 2-12 About tab 55
Figure 2-13 HP Help & Learn Center 60
Figure 2-14 IP address location on the configuration page 62
Figure 2-15 IP address location on the configuration page 62
Figure 2-16 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Device Status page 63
Figure 2-17 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Supplies Status page 64
Figure 2-18 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Device Configuration page 65
Figure 2-19 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Network Summary page 66
Figure 2-20 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Reports page 67
Figure 2-21 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Color Usage Log page 67
Figure 2-22 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Event Log page 68
Figure 2-23 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Device Information page 69
Figure 2-24 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Paper Setup page 69
Figure 2-25 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Print Quality page 70
Figure 2-26 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – EcoSMART Console page 70
Figure 2-27 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Print Density page 71
Figure 2-28 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Paper Types page 72
Figure 2-29 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – System Setup page 72
Figure 2-30 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Service page 73
Figure 2-31 HP Device Toolbox, System tab — Save and Restore page 73
Figure 2-32 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Product Security page 74
Figure 2-33 HP Device Toolbox, Print tab – Printing page 74
Figure 2-34 HP Device Toolbox, Print tab – PCL5 page 75
Figure 2-35 HP Device Toolbox, Print tab – PostScript page 75
Figure 2-36 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – Network Summary page 76
Figure 2-37 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – IPv4 Configuration page 77
Figure 2-38 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – IPv6 Configuration page 77
Figure 2-39 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – Wireless Configuration page 78
Figure 2-40 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab — Wireless Direct Setup page 78
Figure 2-41 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – Network Identification page 79
Figure 2-42 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – Advanced page 80
Figure 2-43 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab — Certificates page 80
Figure 2-44 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab — HTTPS Enforcement page 81
Figure 2-45 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – SNMP page 81
Figure 2-46 HP Device Toolbox, Network tab — Access Control List page 82
Figure 2-47 HP Device Toolbox, Network tab — 802.1X Authentication page 82
Figure 2-48 HP Device Toolbox, Network tab — Firewall page 83
Figure 2-49 HP Device Toolbox, Web Services Setup page 83
Figure 2-50 Device Toolbox, HP ePrint page 84
Figure 2-51 HP Device Toolbox, Proxy Settings page 84
Figure 2-52 HP Device Toolbox, HP Smart Install tab 85
Figure 2-53 Welcome screen 85
Figure 2-54 Online product registration 86
Figure 2-55 HP Smart Install — License agreement screen 87
Figure 2-56 HP Smart Install — Software Selection screen 88
Figure 2-57 HP Smart Install — License Agreement screen 88
Figure 2-58 HP Smart Install — Preparing to Install screen 89
Figure 2-59 Software installation — Connection Type screen 89
Figure 2-60 Software installation — Connect the Product screen 90
Figure 2-61 Software installation — Connection Type screen for wired network installation .... 91
Figure 2-62 Software installation — Network Product(s) Found screen 92
Figure 2-63 Software installation — Connection Type screen for wireless connected installation ..... 92
Figure 2-64 Software installation — Wireless Network(s) Found screen for wireless connected installation ..... 93
Figure 2-65 Software installation — Wireless Network Setup screen for wireless connected installation ..... 94
Figure 2-66 Software installation — Product Configuration screen 94
Figure 2-67 Software installation — Finish screen 95
Figure 2-68 Software installation — automatically check for updates 96
Figure 2-69 Software installation — Software Selection screen 97
Figure 2-70 Software installation — License agreement screen 97
Figure 2-71 Software installation — Preparing to Install screen 98
Figure 2-72 Software installation — Connection Type screen 98
Figure 2-73 Software installation — Connect the Product screen 99
Figure 2-74 Software installation — Connection Type screen for network connected installation .... 100
Figure 2-75 Software installation — Network Product(s) Found screen ....101
Figure 2-76 Software installation — Connection Type screen for wireless connected installation .... 101
Figure 2-77 Software installation — Connect USB screen for wireless connected installation .... 102
Figure 2-78 Software installation — Wireless Network(s) Found screen for wireless connected installation ... 103
Figure 2-79 Software installation — Wireless Network Setup screen for wireless connected installation ..... 104
Figure 2-80 Software installation — Product Configuration screen 104
Figure 2-81 Software installation — HP Web Services Enabled screen 105
Figure 2-82 Software installation — Finish screen 105
Figure 2-83 HP Uninstaller utility — Uninstall button 106
Figure 2-84 HP Uninstaller utility — Reboot Now button 107
Figure 2-85 HP Uninstaller utility — Reboot Later button 107
Figure 2-86 Software installation — Welcome Back screen 108
Figure 2-87 Software installation — Uninstall option selected 109
Figure 2-88 Software uninstall — Uninstall button 109
Figure 2-89 Software uninstall — Reboot Now button 110
Figure 2-90 Software uninstall — Reboot Later button 110
Figure 2-91 Windows® Control Panel screen 111
Figure 2-92 HP Driver Uninstall Utility screen 112
Figure 2-93 HP Driver Uninstall Complete screen 112
Figure 3-1 HP Utility main screen 118
Figure 3-2 HP Utility toolbar 118
Figure 3-3 Supplies Status screen 119
Figure 3-4 Device Information screen 120
Figure 3-5 Color Usage screen 120
Figure 3-6 File Upload screen 121
Figure 3-7 HP ePrintCenter screen 122
Figure 3-8 Test screen 122
Figure 3-9 Upload Fonts screen 123
Figure 3-10 Auto—off screen 123
Figure 3-11 IPv4 Settings screen 124
Figure 3-12 Bonjour Settings screen 125
Figure 3-13 Supplies Management screen 125
Figure 3-14 Trays Configuration screen 126
Figure 3-15 Additional Settings screen 127
Figure 3-16 Message Center screen 128
Figure 3-17 Mac installation — Overview screen 130
Figure 3-18 Mac installation — License screen 131
Figure 3-19 Mac installation — License pop-up ...... 131
Figure 3-20 Mac installation — HP ePrint Offer screen 132
Figure 3-21 Mac installation — Select Device screen 133
Figure 3-22 Mac installation — Installation Options screen .... 134
Figure 3-23 Mac installation — Password popup .... 134
Figure 3-24 Mac installation — Progress bar 135
Figure 3-25 Mac installation — Setup Assistant screen 135
Figure 3-26 Mac installation — Wireless Setup screen 136
Figure 3-27 Mac installation — Download and install HP ePrint screen 137
Figure 3-28 Mac installation — Web Registration screen 138
Figure 3-29 Mac installation — Summary screen .... 139
Figure 3-30 Mac software removal — Introduction screen .... 141
Figure 3-31 Mac software removal — Select Device screen 142
Figure 3-32 Mac software removal — Password popup .... 143
Figure 3-33 Mac software removal — Progress bar 143
Figure 3-34 Mac software removal — Summary screen 144
1 Document and product basics
• Purpose and scope
• Software availability and localization
Purpose and scope
This software technical reference (STR) provides information about and troubleshooting tips for the printing-system software for the product.
This STR is prepared in an electronic format to serve as a quick-reference tool for Customer Care Center (CCC) agents, support engineers, system administrators, management information systems (MIS) personnel, and end users, as appropriate.
NOTE: This STR describes drivers that are available from the product firmware and shipped on the printing-system software CD that comes with the product. This STR does not describe drivers that will become available on the Web.
The following information is included in this STR:
• Descriptions of drivers, operating systems, and system environments
• Descriptions of installing and uninstalling the printing-system software components
For information about the location of information within chapters, see the table of contents. An index is also provided in this STR.
Software availability and localization
This section provides information about the availability of the product printing-system software and related software and firmware. Printing-system software on a CD is available from HP fulfillment centers.
In-box printing-system software CD
The software CD contains a variety of files for installing the printing-system software on the computer. This section describes the files that are available on the software CD and provides additional information about support and availability.
The product comes with one printing-system software CD, containing the software for both the Windows® operating systems and the Mac OS X operating systems.
The files on the CD include documentation files and files that are required in order to install and uninstall the printing-system components.
HP LaserJet Windows® software CD
The root directory of the Windows® software CD contains the AUTORUN.EXE file, the SETUP.EXE file, and the following directories:
Documents
• Installer
• InstallerContent
Languages
Prerequisites
Setup
Utilities
The Utilities folder contains the files to run these stand-alone utilities:
FileToEmail
- Scrubber
CD versions and language support
The product printing-system software CD is available with the following components and languages.
Table 1-1 Software CD supported languages
| Language Two-letter abbreviation HP-preferred name File designation | |||
| Arabic AR Arabic ARWW | |||
| Catalan CA Catalan CAWW | |||
| Croatian HR Hrvatski HRWW | |||
| Czech CS Cestina CSWW | |||
| Danish DA Dansk DAWW | |||
| Dutch NL Nederlands NLWW | |||
| English EN English ENWW | |||
| Finnish FI | Suomi FIWW | ||
| French | FR | Francais | FRWW |
| German | DE Deutsch | DEWW | |
| Greek | EL | Greek ELWW | |
| Hebrew | HE Hebrew | HEWW | |
| Hungarian | HU Magyar HUWW | ||
| Italian | IT | Italiano | ITWW |
| Japanese | JA | Japanese | JAWW |
| Korean | KO | Korean | KOWW |
| Norwegian | NO | Norsk | NOWW |
| Polish | PL | Polski | PLWW |
| Portuguese | PT | Portugues | PTWW |
| Romanian | RO Romanian | ROWW | |
| Russian | RU Russian | RUWW | |
| Simplified Chinese | ZHCN | Simplified Chinese | ZHCN |
| Slovak | SK | Slovak | SKWW |
| Slovenian | SL | Slovenian | SLWW |
| Spanish | ES | Espanol | ESWW |
| Swedish | SV Svenska | SVWW | |
| Thai | TH Thai | THWW | |
| Traditional Chinese | ZHTW | Traditional Chinese | ZHTW |
| Turkish TR | Turkce | TRWW | |
Driver languages
The product provides discrete driver support in the following languages.
Table 1-2 Supported discrete driver languages
| Component Language list | ||
| HP PCL 6 Print Driver | Arabic | Lithuanian |
| Bulgarian | Norwegian | |
| Catalan | Polish | |
| Croatian | Portuguese | |
| Czech | Romanian | |
| Danish | Russian | |
| Dutch | Serbian | |
| English | Simplified Chinese | |
| Estonian | Slovak | |
| Finnish | Slovenian | |
| French | Spanish | |
| German | Swedish | |
| Greek | Thai | |
| Hebrew | Traditional Chinese | |
| Hungarian | Turkish | |
| Italian | Ukrainian | |
| Japanese | ||
| Korean | ||
| Latvian | ||
The product provides installer component support in the following languages.
Table 1-3 Installer component languages
| Component Language list | ||
| Administrator install | Arabic | Norwegian |
| Installer | Bahasa Indonesian | Polish |
| Common Windows® installer | Catalan | Portuguese |
| Web registration * | Croatian | Romanian |
| Czech | Russian | |
| Danish | Simplified Chinese | |
| Dutch | Slovak | |
| English | Slovenian | |
| Finnish | Spanish | |
| French | Swedish | |
| German | Thai | |
| Greek | Traditional Chinese | |
| Hebrew | Turkish | |
| Hungarian | ||
| Italian | ||
| Japanese | ||
| Korean | ||
* Arabic and Hebrew support in English only
* Catalan support in Spanish only
* No support for Bulgarian, Estonian, Japanese, Kazakh, Lithuanian, Latvian, Serbian, Ukrainian, or Vietnamese
Documentation languages
The product provides documentation in the following languages.
Table 1-4 Documentation languages
| Component Language list | ||
| User Guide | Arabic | Norwegian |
| Help and Learn | Bahasa Indonesian | Polish |
| Warranty and Legal Guide | Catalan | Portuguese |
| Install Notes (Windows®) | Croatian | Romanian |
| Hardware Install Guide | Czech | Russian |
| Danish | Slovak | |
| Dutch | Slovenian | |
| English | Spanish | |
| Finnish | Swedish | |
| French | Thai | |
| German | Turkish | |
| Greek | Simplified Chinese | |
| Hebrew | Traditional Chinese | |
| Hungarian | ||
| Italian | ||
| Kazakh | ||
| Korean | ||
Printing-system software on the Web
All software that is contained on the installation CD is also available on the Web.
Web deployment is the preferred method for obtaining the latest software. The Web site offers an option for automatic email notification about new software releases.
NOTE: This STR describes drivers that are shipped with the printing-system software CD. This STR does not describe any drivers that might be released for use by support personnel.
To view the product support Web site, complete the following steps.
- In the main screen of the installer, click the More Options button, and then click the Documentation button.
- Click the HP Help and Learn Center button.
- In the HP Help and Learn Center screen, click the Web Support tab, and then select the product model number.
2 Windows® software description and installation
Introduction
The product comes with software and installers for Microsoft Windows® and Apple Computer, Inc., Mac systems. Linux and UNIX systems are supported, and software is available on the Web. For information about specific system installers, drivers, and components, see the section that corresponds to that system.
This section contains information about the following topics:
• Install overview
• CD installation and HP Smart Install installation
• Installation for software components from the Web
HP LaserJet software components for Windows®
• Detailed Windows installation instructions
- Remove Windows software
Install overview
The printing-system software CD contains the product software. The printing-system software can also be installed when the product is connected to the computer through Smart Install.
For all supported operating systems, each install option presents a series of screens that guide you through the installation process.
Software installation types for Windows®
The following printing-system software installation types are available:
- Select the recommended software (default)
- Select the minimum software
Selecting Click here for more install options allows you to choose between the installation types and allows you to view the software components that are installed with each installation type.
Installing the recommended software installs these software components:
HP Device Toolbox
HP Help & Learn Center
• HP Printer Status and Alerts
HP Product Improvement Study
• Reconfigure your HP Device
• Uninstall Product Software
The installer guides the installation, whether you are configuring a direct-connected or a network-connected product.
The installer additionally detects hardware and network connections, and helps guide the installation. If the installer detects a network, it also guides setting up those features.
Installation options
The printing-system software can be installed when the product is connected to the computer in the following configurations:
• Directly connected via a USB port
• Connected via a wired or wireless network
Smart Install will begin when the USB cable is connected. If HP Smart Install does not start automatically, verify that:
• Autorun is enabled on your computer
There are not any policies that block mass storage device PnP or USB thumb drives
• You have administrator credentials on the PC
CD installation and HP Smart Install installation
Supported operating systems for Windows®
The product comes with software for the following Windows operating systems:
Full support
- Windows® 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Windows Vista® (32-bit and 64-bit) - Windows® XP (32-bit, Service Pack 2)
Basic print components only
Windows® XP (64-bit)
- Windows® Server 2003 (32-bit, Service Pack 1 and above)
- Windows® Server 2008 and 2008 R2 (32-bit and 64-bit)
Installation for software components from the Web
Supported operating systems for Windows®
The product Web site contains software for the following Windows® operating systems.
Full support
- Windows® 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Windows Vista® (32-bit and 64-bit) - Windows® XP (32-bit, Service Pack 2)
Basic print components only
Windows® XP (64-bit)
Windows® Server 2003 (32-bit, Service Pack 3 and above)
Windows® Server 2008 and 2008 R2 (32-bit and 64-bit)
To download product software, go to www.hp.com/support/ljcolorm251series.
HP LaserJet software components for Windows®
Installer
The Installer is a Windows-only software component that provides an installer for the driver files, connects the product to the user's PC, installs software components, launches configuration utilities, and provides links to web sites or documentation.
Uninstaller
The uninstall program removes files and folders that were installed when the printing-system software was originally installed on the computer.
Print drivers
Print drivers provide the printing features and communication between the computer and the product. The software CD includes software for end users and network administrators who are working in the following operating environments:
- Windows® XP (32-bit), Windows® Server 2003 (32-bit and 64-bit), Windows® Server 2008 and 2008 R2 (32-bit and 64-bit), and Windows Vista® (32-bit and 64-bit), and Windows® 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Mac OS X v10.5 and later
In Windows® operating systems, automatic configuration, driver updates after a new product configuration, and preconfiguration features are available with the product.
NOTE: For additional information about installing the printing-system software, see the Install Notes on the printing-system software CD.
All of the drivers provide access to the paper-handling and print-quality features.
HP PCL 6 print driver and PS Universal Print Driver
All of the Windows® drivers are supported by Microsoft 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems. The HP PCL 6 driver is included on the printing-system software CD. All UPDs are available for download at the following Web site:
www.hp.com/support/ljcolorm251series
NOTE: If you select the recommended installation by clicking Install Now on the main screen of the Installer, the HP PCL 6 print driver is installed by default.
Print driver version numbers for Windows® operating systems
Access to Print driver version numbers varies, depending on the operating system in which the product is installed.
NOTE: For a list of supported print drivers, updated HP printing-system software, and product-support information, go to:
www.hp.com/support/ljcolorm251series
The Windows® XP, Windows® Server 2003, Windows® Server 2008 and 2008 R2, Windows Vista®, and Windows® 7 operating systems support the HP PCL 6, PCL 5 Universal Print Driver, and PS Emulation Universal Print Drivers. If you are using an HP print driver in a Windows® environment, follow these steps to find driver-version information:
- Depending on your operating system, click the Start button and then do one of the following to find the list of installed printers:
- Click Devices and Printers or Printers and Faxes
- Click Control Panel and then click Printers, or first click Hardware and Sound, and then click Printers
- Click Settings, and then click Printers or Printers and Faxes
-
Right-click the product icon.
-
Click Properties or Printer Properties.
-
Click the About tab.
You can also gain information about driver versions by clicking the About button that appears on most driver tabs.
HP PCL 6 print driver for Windows®
Introduction
You can change the print job settings through the product control panel, the software program, or the print driver.
Generally, for features that are duplicated in more than one location (for instance, you can select the paper input tray from any of them), settings that are established in the software program take precedence over print driver settings. Print driver settings, in turn, override product control-panel settings.
Access print drivers
Depending on the operating system on which you are installing the print drivers, you can gain access to the print drivers and different print-driver interfaces in several ways.
To gain access to the print driver settings from within most software programs, follow these steps:
-
Click the File menu.
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Click the Print item.
-
Click the Properties button.
The appearance and names of the driver tabs can vary, depending on the operating system. These driver settings apply only while that software program is open.
You can control the drivers directly from the Printers folder. Here you have access to two sets of driver tabs: the Printing Preferences tabs and the Properties tabs. The settings that you make on the Printing Preferences driver tabs control the driver default settings for each user profile. Installable options can be configured in Properties driver tabs.
Printing Preferences driver tabs
The Printing Preferences driver tabs change the default settings that are used across all software programs. To gain access to these tabs, follow these steps:
-
Depending on your operating system, click the Start button and then do one of the following to find the list of installed printers:
-
Click Devices and Printers or Printers and Faxes
- Click Control Panel and then click Printers, or first click Hardware and Sound, and then click Printers
-
Click Settings, and then click Printers or Printers and Faxes
-
Right-click the product icon.
-
Click the Printing Preferences item.
The following Printing Preferences print-driver tabs are available:
- Advanced
- Printing Shortcuts
Paper/Quality
Effects
Finishing
Color
Services
Printer Properties driver tabs
This set of tabs controls the driver behavior and driver connections. To gain access to the Printer Properties tabs, follow these steps:
-
Depending on your operating system, click the Start button and then do one of the following to find the list of installed printers:
-
Click Devices and Printers or Printers and Faxes
- Click Control Panel and then click Printers, or first click Hardware and Sound, and then click Printers
-
Click Settings, and then click Printers or Printers and Faxes
-
Right-click the product icon.
-
Click the Printer Properties item.
The following Printer Properties print-driver tabs are available:
General
Sharing
Ports
- Advanced
• Color Management
Security
Device Settings
About
Help system
The HP PCL 6 print driver includes a full-featured Help system to provide assistance with printing and configuration options.
• Right-click a feature or control. A pop-up Help window appears.
- Click a feature or control, and then press the F1 key. The Help window for the currently selected control appears.
Incompatible print settings messages
Incompatible print settings (constraint) messages are unsolicited messages that appear in response to specific print-driver selections. These messages alert you to selections that are illogical or impossible given the product capabilities or the current settings of other controls.
NOTE: Constraint messages are limited, and the underlying software architecture might accept some settings that are illogical or impossible for the product to perform. Sending a job with incompatible settings can lead to unexpected results. If print jobs do not print as expected, check the product documentation for the product capabilities.
In supported Windows® operating environments, some technically invalid print-driver configurations result in warning messages. For example, duplexing is not possible when printing an envelope. The following figure shows an incompatible print settings warning.
Figure 2-1 Incompatible print settings warning
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 Printing Preferences Advanced Printing Shortcuts Paper/Quality Effects Finishing Color Services Paper Options Paper sizes: 4.12 x 9.5 inches Envelope #10 Custom... Paper source: Manual Feed in Tray 1 Paper type: Envelope Special pages: Covers Print pages on different paper Settings... Print Quality EconoMode Gloss Level: Default About... Help OK Cancel Apply hp InventIf you click the OK button, the Incompatible Print Settings dialog appears.
Figure 2-2 Incompatible Print Settings dialog
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Incompatible Print Settings There are one or more conflicting settings. One of the conflicting settings is: Allow Manual Duplexing : On Media Type : Envelope Restore my previous settings. Keep this setting, and I will change it later. OKTo resolve the conflicting settings, click the Restore my previous settings option, and then click the OK button. The driver resets the conflicting control back to its previous state.
If you want to keep the conflicting setting, click the Keep this setting, and I will change it later option, and then click the OK button.
NOTE: In this example, the conflict can be resolved manually. If the conflict is not resolved when the driver is closed, then the same dialog appears again when a print job is sent to the product.
Advanced tab features
NOTE: The Advanced tab is located on the Printing Preferences tab set.
Use the Advanced tab to change the layout of printed pages. Use this tab to configure special controls that are not commonly used, as well as to control features such as collating and font management in the driver (although most current software programs support these features in the print dialog box or through the page settings in the software program). The following figure shows the Advanced tab.
Figure 2-3 Advanced tab
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 Printing Preferences Advanced Printing Shortcuts Paper/Quality Effects Finishing Color Services HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 Advanced Document Settings Paper/Output Copy Count: 1 Collated Graphic Image Color Management ICM Method: ICM Disabled ICM Intent: Pictures TrueType Font: Substitute with Device Font Document Options Advanced Printing Features: Enabled Printer Features Print All Text as Black: Disabled Send True Type as Bitmap: Disabled Raster Compression: Automatic Print Data Optimization: Auto Layout Options Page Order: Front to Back OK Cancel ApplyThe Advanced tab contains the following controls:
Paper/Output
Graphic
Document Options
Paper/Output
The Paper/Output setting contains the following controls:
• Copy Count setting
Collated selection
Copy Count
Use this control to set the number of copies to print.
Collated
Use this control to collate printed copies.
Graphic
The Graphic setting contains the following controls:
• Image Color Management settings
• True Type Font settings
Image Color Management
This control lists the available Image Color Management (ICM) options used for printing color graphics. ICM, a set of calculations for color matching, makes it possible for programs to adjust colors before printing so that the color of images on the screen more closely match the color of those images when they are printed.
NOTE: The ICM Method is typically set to ICM Disabled.
True Type Font
Use the Substitute with Device Font option (the default setting) to print documents that contain TrueType fonts by using equivalent printer fonts. This permits faster printing; however, you might lose special characters that the equivalent printer font does not support. Select the Download as Softfont option to download TrueType fonts for printing instead of using printer fonts.
Document Options
The Document Options setting contains the following controls:
• Advanced Printing Features
Printer Features
- Layout Options
Advanced Printing Features
When the Advanced Printing Features setting is Enabled, metafile spooling is turned on and Finishing tab options such as Page Order, Booklet Layout, and Pages per Sheet are available, depending on the product.
Enhanced metafile spooling is used to greatly reduce the amount of time that elapses between a request to print (initiated by a software program) and the return of control to the software program by the operating system.
For normal printing, leave the Advanced Printing Features setting at the default (Enabled). If compatibility problems occur, you can disable the feature. However, some advanced printing features might still appear in the print driver, even though they have been disabled. If you select an advanced printing feature in the print driver that has been disabled on the Advanced tab, the feature is automatically re-enabled.
Printer Features
The Printer Features setting contains the following controls:
• Print All Text as Black
The feature is Disabled by default. When Enabled is selected, the driver prints all text as black regardless of the original document text color. Color text is printed as black, except for white text, which remains white. (White text is a reliable method of printing reverse typeface against a dark background.) This setting does not affect graphic images on the page, nor does it affect any text that is part of a graphic.
- Send True Type as Bitmap
Send True Type as Bitmap provides an alternative for software programs that have trouble using TrueType fonts for special graphic aspects such as shading, rotation, or slanting. The setting is Disabled (off) by default. The TrueType fonts are converted to bitmap soft fonts before downloading. The Enabled setting causes the driver to send TrueType fonts to the product as outlines, which retains the standard format (outline) of the fonts.
- Raster Compression
Use the Raster Compression feature to select the graphics-compression method:
Automatic. The software determines the best compression method to use.
Best Quality. This option forces the software to use a lossless compression method. (Lossless means that no data is lost during compression.)
Maximum Compression. Where applicable, this option requires the software to always use a lossy compression method (some data is lost).
• Print Data Optimization
When selected, this feature allows the print job to use the host memory to ensure quick and high-quality printing. The print speed increases without any print quality degradation.
When this option is selected, you must use one of the following settings:
Auto (the default setting)
Optimize for Raster
Optimize for Text and Vector
Layout Options
The Layout Options setting contains the Page Order setting.
Page Order specifies the order in which the pages of your document are printed. Front to Back prints the document so that page 1 prints first. Back to Front prints the document so that page 1 prints last.
NOTE: The page-ordering operation works on whole sheets of paper rather than on individual logical pages. Accordingly, if you set Pages per Sheet (on the Finishing tab) to be greater than one, the ordering of logical pages on a physical sheet of paper does not change.
Printing Shortcuts tab features
• Use defined printing shortcuts
• Create a custom printing shortcut
NOTE: The Printing Shortcuts tab is located on the Printing Preferences tab set.
Use the Printing Shortcuts tab to store specific combinations of driver settings for easy use.
The following figure shows the Printing Shortcuts tab.
Figure 2-4 Printing Shortcuts tab
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 Printing Preferences Advanced Printing Shortcuts Paper/Quality Effects Finishing Color Services A printing shortcut is a collection of saved print settings that you can select with a single click. Printing shortcuts: Factory Defaults General Everyday Printing Envelopes Cardstock/Heavy Labels Transparencies Paper sizes: 8.5 × 11 inches Letter Paper source: Automatically Select Paper type: Unspecified Print on both sides: No Pages per sheet: 1 page per sheet Color options: Color Save As... Delete Reset About... Help OK Cancel Apply hp InventThe Printing Shortcuts tab saves commonly used driver settings under a shortcut name.
• Use defined printing shortcuts
• Create a custom printing shortcut
Use defined printing shortcuts
The Printing Shortcuts tab contains the following pre-defined shortcuts:
Factory Defaults
• General Everyday Printing
Envelopes
Cardstock Heavy
- Labels
- Transparencies
EcoSMART Settings
Snapshot Photos
Glossy/Presentation
Factory Defaults
The Factory Defaults are as follows:
• Paper sizes: Letter (This setting changes according to country/region.)
• Paper source: Automatically select
• Paper type: Unspecified
• Print on both sides: No
Pages per sheet: 1 page per sheet
• Color Options: Color
General Everyday Printing
When General Everyday Printing is selected, the following controls are available:
• Paper sizes: Letter (This setting changes according to country/region.)
• Paper source: Automatically select
• Paper type: Unspecified
• Print on both sides: No
Pages per sheet: 1 page per sheet
• Color options: Color
When options other than the defaults are selected, the Save as... and Reset buttons become active.
Click Save As... to create a custom printing shortcut.
Click Reset to change customized settings back to the default settings.
Paper sizes
The Paper sizes setting is a drop-down menu that lists all of the supported paper sizes. For detailed information on the supported paper sizes, see the user guide.
Paper source
The following options are available:
• Automatically Select (default)
Printer auto select
• Manual Feed in Tray 1
Tray 1
Paper type
The Paper type setting is a drop-down menu that lists all the supported paper types. For detailed information on the supported paper types, see the user guide.
Print on both sides
The following options are available:
No (default)
Yes, Flip Over
Yes, Flip Up
Pages per sheet
The following options are available:
• 1 page per sheet (default)
• 2 pages per sheet
• 4 pages per sheet
- 6 pages per sheet
9 pages per sheet
• 16 pages per sheet
Color options
The following options are available:
• Color (default)
Black & White
Envelopes
These settings are automatically selected:
• Paper sizes: Envelope #10
• Paper source: Automatically Select
Paper type: Envelope
• Color options: Color
Cardstock Heavy
These settings are automatically selected:
• Paper sizes: Letter (This setting changes according to country/region.)
• Paper source: Automatically Select
• Paper type: HP Cover Matte 200g
• Print on both sides: No
• Color options: Color
Labels
These settings are automatically selected:
• Paper sizes: Letter (This setting changes according to country/region.)
• Paper source: Automatically Select
Paper type: Labels
• Color options: Color
Transparencies
These settings are automatically selected:
• Paper sizes: Letter (This setting changes according to country/region.)
• Paper source: Automatically Select
• Paper type: Color Laser Transparency
• Color options: Color
EcoSMART Settings
• Paper sizes: Letter (This setting changes according to country/region.)
• Paper source: Automatically Select
• Paper type: Unspecified
• Print on both sides: Yes, flip over
Pages per sheet: 1 Page per sheet
• Color options: Color
Snapshot Photos
• Paper sizes: Letter (This setting changes according to country/region.)
• Paper source: Automatically Select
• Paper type: HP Brochure Glossy 200g
• Color theme: Photo (sRGB)
Glossy/Presentation
• Paper sizes: Letter (This setting changes according to country/region.)
• Paper source: Automatically Select
• Paper type: HP Brochure Glossy 200g
• Print on both sides: No
• Color theme: Photo (sRGB)
Create a custom printing shortcut
- Select General Everyday Printing as a base.
- Select the appropriate print settings on the Printing Shortcuts tab or use the settings on any of the Printing Preferences tabs.
- On the Printing Shortcuts tab, click Save As... The Printing Shortcuts dialog box appears.
- Type a name for the custom printing shortcut, and then click the OK button. The custom printing shortcut appears in the Printing Shortcuts list.
- To delete a custom printing shortcut, click the custom shortcut, and then click the Delete button.
Paper/Quality tab features
NOTE: The Paper/Quality tab is located on the Printing Preferences tab set.
Use the Paper/Quality tab to specify paper size, type, and source. You can also use this tab to specify different paper selections for the front cover, first page, other pages, last page, and back cover of the document. The following figure shows the Paper/Quality tab.
Figure 2-5 Paper/Quality tab
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 Printing Preferences Advanced Printing Shortcuts Paper/Quality Effects Finishing Color Services Paper Options Paper sizes: 8.5 x 11 inches Letter Custom... Paper source: Automatically Select Paper type: Unspecified Special pages: Covers Print pages on different paper Settings... Print Quality EconoMode Gloss Level: Default About... Help OK Cancel Apply hp InventThe Paper/Quality tab contains the following control sets:
Paper Options
• Document preview image
Print Quality
Paper Options
The settings specified in the Paper Options group box on the Paper/Quality tab apply to all of the pages of the document.
The settings in the Paper Options group box are described in the following order:
Paper sizes
- Custom Paper Size
Paper source
Paper type
Paper sizes
The Paper sizes setting is a drop-down menu that lists all of the supported paper sizes.
When you move the mouse over the dimensions label, the mouse cursor changes from an arrow to a gloved hand. Click the dimensions label to toggle between English and metric units.
Because paper-size settings in most software programs override driver settings, it is generally best to use the driver to set paper size only when you are printing from software programs that do not include a paper-size setting, such as NotePad, or when you are producing a book or a booklet that does not require different paper sizes.
NOTE: Certain software programs can override the size command and specify different paper sizes within a single document.
When you change the print-driver setting to a paper size that is not currently loaded in the product, a control-panel message appears that prompts you to load the paper size or select another tray.
When the Settings under the Special Pages section have been changed, the Paper sizes, Paper source, and Paper type menus change also, offering a variety of options.
Custom Paper Size
The Custom Paper Size dialog box appears when you click Custom... on the Paper/Quality tab. The following figure shows the initial appearance of the Custom Paper Size dialog box.
NOTE: The product supports custom paper sizes up to 14 inches in length. To use this paper size, set the custom paper size to match the custom paper size that you are using, up to 14 inches in length.
Name
Use the Name text box to type a new name for a custom paper size. When you change the name to something other than Custom, the Save and OK buttons become active.
The name that appears in the Name text box depends on the following conditions:
- If a saved custom paper size has been selected from the drop-down menu on the Paper/Quality tab, then the Name text box shows the name of the selected custom paper size.
- If a standard paper size has been selected on the Paper/Quality tab, then the Name text box shows the default name of Custom.
- If a new name has been typed into the Name text box for the purpose of saving a new size or renaming an existing size, then that new name will remain in the text box until the new size is saved or the dialog box is closed.
If you type a new name into the Name text box, but then do not click Save, you can change the width and height values without losing the name. However, if you close the dialog box without clicking Save, any unsaved name or size values are lost without warning.
Paper size
The width and height values can be changed by typing numeric strings into the edit boxes in the Paper Size group box.
Any entry that is greater than the maximum limits of the width and height control is rounded down to the maximum valid entry, while any entry that is smaller than the minimum limits of the width and height control is rounded up to the minimum valid entry.
If units are in millimeters, the custom paper-size range minimum is the limit rounded up to the nearest whole millimeter. The custom paper-size range maximum is the limit rounded down to the nearest whole millimeter. Any non-numerical entry reverts to the minimum value. Width and height entries are validated when the focus has changed.
The resolution of each control is 1 millimeter or 1/10 of an inch, depending on the current measurement units.
Units
To change measurement units, click one of the options in the Units group box (either Inches or Millimeters).
Custom width and height control limits
The minimum paper size for the product is 76 × 127 mm (3 x 5 in) and the maximum is 215.90 × 355.60 mm (8.50 x 14.00 in).
Paper source
The Paper source setting specifies the source tray to use for printing a document. The list of source trays depends on the product accessories that are installed. Any optional source trays that are installed through the Device Settings tab also appear here.
The Paper source drop-down menu can contain the following options, depending on what has been installed on the product:
• Automatically select
• Printer auto select
• Manual Feed in Tray 1
Tray 1
The default setting is Automatically Select. When this setting is selected, the product uses the source tray that supports the paper size that you have selected. If you select a source tray other than Automatically select, make sure that the correct paper size is loaded in the source tray.
Paper type
The Paper type drop-down menu shows the first few paper types that the product supports and an entry for More. Clicking More opens the Type Is dialog box. Click the + next to Type Is and its subcategories to view all of the paper types that the product supports. For detailed information on the supported paper types, see the user guide.
The default setting is Unspecified.
If you select a setting other than the default, make sure that the correct paper type is loaded in the tray that you selected in the Paper source setting.
When you change the print-driver setting to a paper type that is not currently loaded in the product, a control-panel message appears that prompts you to load the paper type or select another tray.
Special pages
To specify special pages to be used, click the Settings button under the Special Pages list.
Covers
To use specific cover settings, click the Covers item in the Special Pages list.
Use the Covers options to include a blank or preprinted cover on a document, or to include a front/back cover from a source tray that is different from the one used for the remainder of the document.
The following are the Covers options:
- Add a blank or preprinted cover: Select which cover is customized: Front, Back, or Both.
- Paper source: The Paper source setting specifies the source tray to use for adding a front and/or back cover to the document. The list of source trays depends on the accessories that are installed. Any optional trays that are installed through the Device Settings tab also appear here.
- Paper type: The Paper type setting specifies the paper size to use for front and/or back covers. Changes made to the Paper type setting here override any previous Paper type settings using the same paper source.
NOTE: The same size of paper will be used for the entire print job.
When you change the type and source of the paper and covers, the settings remain configured until you close the software program.
Print pages on different paper
Use the Print pages on different paper options to select an alternative paper type or source for the first, last, or other pages of a document.
The following are the Print pages on different paper options:
Pages in document. Select which pages are customized: the First page, the Last page, or specify a page range with the Pages option.
- Paper source: The Paper source setting specifies the source tray to use for printing a document. The list of source trays depends on the accessories that are installed. Any optional trays that are installed through the Device Settings tab also appear here.
- Paper type: The Paper type drop-down menu shows all of the paper types that the product supports.
NOTE: The same type of paper is used for the entire print job.
When you change the type and source of the paper and covers, the settings remain configured until you close the software program.
Document preview image
The document preview image is a line-drawn image of a page that represents graphics and text. The document preview image is always oriented so that the contents of the page are right-side-up. The document preview image appears in the upper-right corner of the following Printing Preferences driver tabs:
- Printing Shortcuts
Paper/Quality
Effects
Finishing
Color
Switching between tabs does not change the location or appearance of the document preview image. When you move the mouse over the document preview image, the mouse cursor changes from an arrow to a gloved hand. You can toggle between portrait and landscape page orientation by clicking the image.
Print Quality
The Print Quality group box contains the following control:
EconoMode
• Gloss Level drop down menu
EconoMode
Select the EconoMode check box to enable this feature. When this feature is turned on, the product uses less toner on each page, extending the life of the toner cartridge and reducing the cost per page. Because less toner is used on each page, the print quality is also reduced.
The default setting for the EconoMode option is off (not selected).
NOTE: 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.
Gloss Level drop down menu
Use this control to select print quality. ImageREt settings precisely control colors by combining up to 4 colors and varying the amount of toner in a given area to create many smooth colors, sharp images, and crisp text.
The Gloss Level drop-down menu contains the following resolution options.
Default
Best
Standard
Effects tab features
NOTE: The Effects tab is located on the Printing Preferences tab set.
Use the Effects tab to create unique paper effects such as scaling and watermarks. The following figure shows the Effects tab.
Figure 2-6 Effects tab
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 Printing Preferences Advanced Printing Shortcuts Paper/Quality Effects Finishing Color Services Resizing Options ● Actual size ○ Print document on: Letter ✓ Scale to fit ○ % of actual size: 100 Watermarks [none] □ First page only Edit... About... Help OK Cancel Apply hp inventThe Effects tab contains the following controls:
• Resizing Options
• Document preview image
Watermarks
Resizing Options
The Resizing Options group box consists of the following controls:
• Actual size (default)
• Print document on
Scale to fit
• % of actual size
Actual size
Actual size is the default setting. It prints the document without changing the document size.
Print document on
Click the Print document on option to format the document for one paper size and then print the document on a different paper size, with or without scaling the image to fit the new paper size.
The Print document on control is disabled by either of the following conditions:
• The % of actual size value is not 100.
The Pages per sheet value (on the Finishing tab) is not 1.
When Print Document On is selected, the drop-down menu shows the paper sizes on which you can print. The list contains all of the standard paper sizes that the selected paper source supports and any custom sizes that you have created. When Print document on is selected, Scale to fit is automatically selected. Clear this check box if you do not want your document reduced or enlarged to fit on the selected paper.
Scale to fit
The Scale to fit option box specifies whether each formatted document page image is scaled to fit the target paper size. By default, Scale to fit is selected when Print document on is selected. If the setting is turned off, then the document page images will not be scaled, and are instead centered at full size on the target paper. If the document size is larger than the target paper size, then the document image is clipped. If it is smaller, then it is centered within the target paper.
When the size for which the document is formatted (that is, the logical size) differs from the target size, the preview image uses a dashed gray line to show the boundaries of the logical page in relation to the target paper size.
% of actual size
The \% of actual size option provides a slider bar and input box to use for scaling the percentage setting. The default setting in the entry box is 100% of actual size. Actual size is defined as the paper size that is selected within the driver or what the driver receives from the software program (if the software program does not negotiate the paper size with the driver). The driver scales the page by the appropriate factor and sends it to the product.
The limits of the range are from 25% to 400%, and any values outside the range are adjusted to those limits as soon as the focus is removed from the control (that is, when the Tab key is pressed or another control is selected).
Any change to the scale also changes the page preview, which increases or decreases from the upper-left corner of the preview.
The slider bar controls the scale directly. The value in the edit box changes as the slider-bar indicator is dragged, and the document preview image is updated to the new image scale. Each click on the arrows increases or decreases the scale by 1%. Each click on the slider bar affects the scale by 10%.
You cannot achieve an exact value by dragging the slider-bar indicator. Instead, either use the slider-bar indicator to approximate the value that you want and then use the arrows to refine the value, or type the value into the entry box.
The following settings disable % of actual size:
• Print document on (on the Effects tab) is selected
Pages per sheet (on the Finishing tab) is not 1
Document preview image
The document preview image is a line-drawn image of a page that represents graphics and text. The document preview image is always oriented so that the contents of the page are right-side-up. The document preview image appears in the upper-right corner of the following Printing Preferences driver tabs:
- Printing Shortcuts
Paper/Quality
Effects
Finishing
Color
Switching between tabs does not change the location or appearance of the document preview image. When you move the mouse over the document preview image, the mouse cursor changes from an arrow to a gloved hand. You can toggle between portrait and landscape page orientation by clicking the image.
Watermarks
Use the Watermarks feature to select a watermark, create a new watermark (text only), or edit an existing watermark. The following watermarks are preset in the driver:
(none)
- [Username]
Confidential
Draft
SAMPLE
The Watermarks feature can be configured using the Driver Configuration Utility.
If the [Username] watermark is selected, the driver will use the network username of the logged in user for the watermark.
The drop-down menu shows alphabetically sorted watermarks that are currently available on the system, plus the string "(none)," which indicates that no watermark is selected. This is the default setting. Any watermark that is selected from this list appears in the preview image.
When the First page only check box is selected, the watermark is printed only on the first page of the document. The First page only check box is disabled when the current watermark selection is "(none)."
Watermarks are applied to logical pages. For example, when Pages per sheet is set to "4" and First page only is turned off, four watermarks appear on the physical page (one on each logical page).
Click Edit, and the Watermark Details dialog box appears.
The dialog box shows a preview image and provides options for creating a new watermark and controlling the message angle and font attributes.
Click OK to accept all of the changes that are made in the Watermark Details dialog box. However, clicking Cancel does not cancel all of the changes. If you make changes to a watermark and then select a different watermark or click New, all of the changes are saved, and only the current, unsaved changes can be canceled.
Current Watermarks
The Current Watermarks group box contains a list of available watermarks, both predefined watermarks that are available in the driver and any new watermarks that you have created.
To create a new watermark, click New. The new watermark appears in the Current Watermarks list and in the Watermark Message edit box as "Untitled" until you name it. The name that you type in the Watermark Message field appears in the Current Watermarks group box in the Watermark Details dialog box and in the Watermarks group box on the Effects tab.
To name the new watermark, type the selected watermark text in the Watermark Message edit box.
To delete a watermark, select the watermark in the Current Watermarks list, and then click Delete. A warning appears asking whether you are sure you want to delete the selected item. Click Cancel if you want to keep the watermark. Click OK to delete the selected watermark.
NOTE: You can have no more that 30 watermarks in the Current Watermarks list at one time. When you reach the limit of 30 watermarks, the New button is disabled.
To edit an existing watermark, select the watermark in the Current Watermarks list. If you change the Watermark Message for that watermark, you are, in effect, creating a new watermark.
Watermark Message
The Watermark Message is also the name that identifies the watermark in the Current
Watermarks list, except when more than one watermark has the same message. For example, you might want several different watermarks with the message DRAFT, each with a different typeface or font size. When this occurs, the string is appended with a space, a pound sign, and a number (for example, Draft #2). When a number is added, the number two is used first, but if the resulting name is also in the list, then the number increases until the name is unique (Draft #3, Draft #4, and so on).
Message Angle
Use the controls in the Message Angle group box to print the watermark in different orientations on the page. All settings center the watermark string within the page; the selection of a particular setting affects only the angle of the string placement. The following settings are available:
- Diagonal. This is the default setting. Select this setting to place the text along a line that spans the lower-left to upper-right corners of the page.
- Horizontal. Select this setting to place the text along a line that spans the mid-left and mid-right edges of the page.
- Angle. Select this setting to place the text at the specified angle across the page. Use the numeric spin box to select the angle.
Font Attributes
Use the controls in the Font Attributes group box to change the font and the shading, size, and style of the font.
The Font Attributes group box contains the following controls:
Name
The Name drop-down menu lists fonts that are currently installed on the system. The default is language-dependent.
Color
The Color drop-down menu contains the following selections:
The default Shading setting for new and preset watermarks is Very light. The following range of shades is available from the Shading drop-down menu:
Lightest
- Very light (default)
。 Light
Medium light
Medium
Medium dark
Dark
Very dark
Darkest
These values represent the intensity of the gray that is used. Select Light to produce a lightly saturated gray watermark. Select Lightest to produce the lightest shade of watermark. Select Darkest to produce a black watermark.
Size
Font sizes from 1 to 999 points are available from the Size menu. The default point size is language-dependent.
Style
The following settings are available:
Regular
。 Bold
Italic
。 Bold Italic
The default Style setting for new and preset watermarks is Regular.
Default watermark settings
The following table shows Font Attribute settings for new and preset watermarks.
Table 2-1 Font Attribute settings for new and preset watermarks
| Setting New watermark Preset watermark |
| Name Arial Varies by language |
| Color Gray Gray |
| Shading Very light Very light |
| Size 80 Varies by language |
| Style Regular Regular |
Click the OK button to accept all of the changes that have been made in the Watermark Details dialog box. Clicking the Cancel button does not cancel all of the changes. If you make changes to a watermark and then select a different watermark or click New, all of the changes are saved, and only the current, unsaved changes can be canceled.
Finishing tab features
NOTE: The Finishing tab is located on the Printing Preferences tab set.
Use the Finishing tab to print booklets and control the paper output. The following figure shows the Finishing tab.
Figure 2-7 Finishing tab
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 Printing Preferences Advanced Printing Shortcuts Paper/Quality Effects Finishing Color Services Document Options □ Print on both sides (manually) □ Flip pages up Booklet layout: Off Pages per sheet: 1 page per sheet □ Print page borders Page order: Right, then Down Orientation ● Portrait ○ Landscape □ Rotate by 180 degrees About... Help OK Cancel Apply hp InventThe Finishing tab contains the following controls:
Document Options
• Document preview image
- Orientation
Document Options
The Document Options group box contains the following controls:
- Flip pages up
- Booklet layout
Pages per sheet
• Print page borders
Page order
• Print on both sides (manually)
Print on both sides (manually)
The default setting for the Print on both sides (manually) option is off (not selected).
Print on both sides (manually) is available when the following conditions exist:
- Paper type on the Paper/Quality tab is set to any paper type except for the following types:
。 Labels
Color Laser Transparency
Envelope
。Opaque Film
• Paper sizes is set to any paper size except for the following sizes:
Envelope #10
• Double Japan Postcard Rotated
• Envelope Monarch
Envelope B5
Envelope C5
Envelope DL
Print on both sides manually
Select the Print on Both Sides (manually) check box to print on the second side of the paper.
Manually printing on the second side of a page is available when you are using the HP PCL 6 print driver.
Select the paper type that corresponds to the paper that you are using for the print job. The following paper types have a different print modes when you manually print on the second side:
Plain
Preprinted
Letterhead
• Prepunched
Bond
Recycled
Colored
Rough
NOTE: To make the Print on Both Sides (manually) check box available in the document options, select the Allow Manual Duplexing option on the Device Settings tab in the print-driver Properties tab set.
Cardstock paper can be manually printed on the second side, but no change occurs to the print mode. Transparencies and labels should never be manually printed on the second side.
To print a multiple-page document, follow these steps:
- Select the Print on Both Sides (manually) check box.
- Click the OK button. The even-number pages of the document print.
- When the control panel shows the Manually Feed message, insert the stack of paper (on which the even-number pages have been printed) as indicated in the following figure.
Figure 2-8 Print on Both Sides Instructions dialog box
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Print on Both Sides Instructions After the even numbered pages have printed, a message will appear on the printer's display instructing you where to load the paper. Follow the instructions below to print the odd-numbered pages (second sides) 1. Without changing the orientation, remove the paper stack from the Output Bin. Do not discard blank sheets. 2. Maintaining the same orientation, insert the paper stack into Tray 1 printed side down. 3. If printing does not automatically continue, press the Go or Select button. OK HelpWhen you have completed the steps that appear in the dialog box, the second half of the print job prints on the back side of the stack of paper. The driver does not require the program to specifically support odd- and even-page printing, because the driver coordinates this function.
Flip pages up
Use the Flip pages up check box to specify the duplex-binding option. By default, the Flip pages up check box is not available. It is available only when Print on both sides is selected. The following table demonstrates the results of selecting this check box, depending on the paper orientation selected on the Finishing tab.
Table 2-2 Page orientation
| Orientation (Finishing tab) Flip Pages Up selected Flip Pages Up not selected |
| Portrait Short-edge binding Long-edge binding |
| Landscape Long-edge binding Short-edge binding |
When Print on both sides is selected, the document preview image changes to show a spiral binding along either the left edge or the top edge of the page. In addition, a folded-over corner appears in the lower-right portion of the preview image, indicating that printing occurs on the back side. An arrow on the folded-over corner points in the direction that the pages would be flipped if they were bound together.
Short-side binding is for print jobs with pages that read by flipping over like the pages of a calendar. Long-side binding is for print jobs with pages that read by turning like the pages of a book.
Booklet layout
The Booklet layout drop-down menu, visible when Print on both sides is selected, offers choices that are based on the current paper size. The default setting for the Booklet Printing drop-down menu is Off. The other settings have the following format, where [paper size] depends on the paper size that is set on the Paper/Quality tab:
- Left binding
Right binding
When you select Left binding or Right binding, the document preview image changes to show the location of the binding. If the Pages per sheet setting is on the default setting of 1, it automatically changes to 2 pages per sheet. If you change the Pages per sheet setting manually to 4, 6, 9, or 16 pages per sheet, the booklet setting is disabled.
Book and Booklet Printing
This product supports book and booklet printing.
A book is a print job consisting of at least two pages. It can have a different paper type for the front cover, first page, other pages, last page, or back cover. Use the Covers and Print pages on different paper settings on the Paper/Quality tab to select different paper for the front cover, first page, other pages, and back cover.
A booklet is a print job that places two pages on each side of a sheet that can then be folded into a booklet that is half the size of the paper. Use the Booklet layout drop-down menu on the Finishing tab to control booklet settings.
Print a booklet
- From the software program, select the Print option.
- Select the product, and then click the Properties or Preferences button.
- Click the Finishing tab.
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Click the Print on Both Sides (Manually) check box.
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In the Booklet Printing drop-down list, select a binding option. The Pages Per Sheet option automatically changes to 2 Pages Per Sheet.
Pages per sheet
Use the Pages per sheet option to select the number of pages that you want to print on a single sheet of paper. If you choose to print more than one page per sheet, the pages appear smaller and are arranged on the sheet in the order that they would otherwise be printed. The Pages per sheet dropdown menu provides six settings:
• 1 page per sheet (this is the default)
• 2 pages per sheet
• 4 pages per sheet
- 6 pages per sheet
• 9 pages per sheet
• 16 pages per sheet
NOTE: When you select an option other than 2 pages per sheet, booklet printing is unavailable.
Related controls indented beneath Pages per Sheet are Print page borders and Page order, which become active when Pages per sheet is greater than 1.
Print page borders
Print page borders sets a line around each page image on a printed sheet to help visually define the borders of each logical page.
Page order
The Page order drop-down menu contains four selections:
• Right, then Down
- Down, then Right
- Left, then Down
- Down, then Left
Document preview image
The document preview image is a line-drawn image of a page that represents graphics and text. The document preview image is always oriented so that the contents of the page are right-side-up. The document preview image appears in the upper-right corner of the following Printing Preferences driver tabs:
- Printing Shortcuts
Paper/Quality
Effects
Finishing
Color
Switching between tabs does not change the location or appearance of the document preview image. When you move the mouse over the document preview image, the mouse cursor changes from an arrow to a gloved hand. You can toggle between portrait and landscape page orientation by clicking the image.
Orientation
Orientation refers to the layout of the image on the page, and does not affect the way that paper feeds into the product. You can specify the orientation of the print job. The three available orientations are portrait, landscape, and rotated. The default orientation is Portrait.
NOTE: Nearly all software programs establish the orientation for the printed page, so the page orientation in the driver is useful only for the few software programs that do not set an orientation.
The Orientation group box contains the following options:
• Portrait. The top edge of the document is the shorter edge of the paper.
- Landscape. The top edge of the document is the longer edge of the paper.
- Rotate by 180 degrees. This creates a landscape or portrait orientation in which the image is rotated 180^ . This setting is useful for printing prepunched paper.
You can toggle orientation between portrait and landscape by clicking the document preview image. If you select the Rotate by 180 degrees check box, no change occurs in the document preview image.
Color tab features
NOTE: The Color tab is located on the Printing Preferences tab set.
Use the Color tab to specify predefined color-option settings or to fine-tune the color treatments and halftoning. Color output can also be converted to grayscale. The Color tab is shown in the following figure.
Figure 2-9 Color tab
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 Printing Preferences Advanced Printing Shortcuts Paper/Quality Effects Finishing Color Services Color Options Automatic Manual Settings... Print in Grayscale HP EasyColor Color Themes RGB color: Default (sRGB) About... Help OK Cancel Apply hp InventThe Color tab contains the following sets of controls:
Color Options
Color Themes
• Document preview image
HP EasyColor
NOTE: Color Options and Color Themes settings are only available when HP EasyColor is not selected.
Color Options
Use the Color Options group box to adjust the independent color controls. The settings affect the print job color rendering and print quality. The Color Options group box contains the following controls:
• Automatic option (default)
- Manual option
- Settings button (Click this button to open the Color Settings dialog box.)
• Print in Grayscale check box
Automatic
Use the Automatic option for color settings that automatically fine-tune the printed output. The Automatic color settings provide high-quality output while maintaining product performance for most color printing needs.
Manual
To change the color settings, select the Manual option, and then click the Settings button. The Color Settings dialog box appears.
NOTE: To activate the Color Options controls, clear the HP EasyColor check box.
To change the settings, make your selections by using the drop-down menus in the Color Settings dialog box, and then click OK.
The Color Settings dialog box contains the following controls:
General
- Graphics
Neutral Grays
Photographs
Neutral Grays
Edge Control
The Edge Control setting determines how edges are rendered, to prevent a gap or white line on a colored background. Edge Control has two components: adaptive halftoning and trapping. Adaptive halftoning increases edge sharpness. Trapping reduces the effect of color plane misregistration by overlapping the edges of adjacent objects slightly.
Four levels of edge control are available:
• Light sets trapping at a minimal level, and adaptive halftoning is on..
- Normal is the default trapping setting. Trapping is at a medium level and adaptive halftoning is on.
• Maximum is the most aggressive trapping setting. Adaptive halftoning is on for this setting.
• Off turns off both trapping and adaptive halftoning.
Halftone
Halftone options affect the resolution and clarity of the color output. It is possible to select halftone settings for text, graphics, and photographs independently. The two halftone options are Smooth and Detail.
- The Smooth option provides better results for large, solid-filled print areas. It also enhances photographs by smoothing out fine color gradations. Choose this option when uniform and smooth area fills are a priority.
- The Detail option is useful for text and graphics that require sharp distinctions among lines or colors, or images that contain a pattern or a high level of detail. Choose this option when sharp edges and details are a priority.
Neutral Grays
The Neutral Grays drop-down menu controls the selection of a device-dependent color table that is embedded in the product firmware. You can adjust the Neutral Grays setting independently for text, graphics, or photographs. The following options are available:
- Black Only. This option generates neutral colors (grays and black) by using only black toner. This option guarantees that neutral colors do not have a color cast. Black Only is the default setting for the Text and Graphics components.
- 4-Color. This option generates neutral colors by combining all four colors of toner, which produces smoother gradients and transitions to non-neutral colors. It also produces the darkest possible black. 4-Color is the default setting for Photographs.
Color Themes
The Color Themes group box contains the following RGB color options, which determines how colors are rendered:
NOTE: To activate the Color Themes controls, clear the HP EasyColor check box.
Default (sRGB)
Vivid (sRGB)
- Photo (sRGB)
• Photo (Adobe RGB 1998)
None
Default (sRGB)
Select Default (sRGB) for most printing needs. This setting instructs the product to interpret RGB color as sRGB, which is the accepted standard of Microsoft and the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).
Colors are matched to optimize the RGB colors on the screen and to provide vivid images and graphics.
Vivid (sRGB)
The Vivid (sRGB) feature instructs the printer to increase the color saturation in the midtones. Less colorful objects are rendered more colorfully. This value is recommended for printing business graphics.
Photo (sRGB)
Select Photo (sRGB) to enhance documents in which the content is mainly bitmap images, such as .GIF or .eps files. This setting instructs the product to use the best color matching for rendering sRGB bitmap images. This setting affects only raster data; it has no effect on text or vector-based graphics. Using glossy paper in combination with this setting provides the maximum enhancement.
Photo (Adobe RGB 1998)
Select Photo (AdobeRGB 1998) for documents that use the AdobeRGB color space rather than sRGB. For example, some digital cameras capture images in Adobe RBG, and documents that are produced with Adobe PhotoShop use the Adobe RGB color space. When printing from a professional software program that uses Adobe RGB, it is important that you turn off the color management in the software program and allow the product software to manage the color space.
None
Select None to instruct the printer to print RGB data in raw device mode. To render documents properly when this option is selected, you must manage color in the program in which you are working or in the operating system.
CAUTION: Use this option only if you are familiar with the procedures for managing color in the software program or in the operating system.
Document preview image
The document preview image is a line-drawn image of a page that represents graphics and text. The document preview image is always oriented so that the contents of the page are right-side-up. The document preview image appears in the upper-right corner of the following Printing Preferences driver tabs:
- Printing Shortcuts
Paper/Quality
Effects
Finishing
Color
Switching between tabs does not change the location or appearance of the document preview image. When you move the mouse over the document preview image, the mouse cursor changes from an arrow to a gloved hand. You can toggle between portrait and landscape page orientation by clicking the image.
HP EasyColor
The HP EasyColor feature automatically improves mixed-content documents that are printed from Microsoft Office programs. By default, the HP EasyColor check box is checked.
Services tab features
NOTE: The Services tab is located on the Printing Preferences tab set.
The Services tab is shown in the following figure.
Figure 2-10 Services tab
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Printing Preferences Advanced Printing Shortcuts Paper/Quality Effects Finishing Services Internet Services Select a destination Includes troubleshooting, manuals, etc. About... Help OK CancelThe Services tab contains the following group boxes:
- Internet Services
Internet Services
The Internet Services group box contains the Select a destination drop-down menu with the following selections:
• Online diagnostic tools. Download diagnostic tools
• Support and troubleshooting. This is the main Web site for product support.
• Product manuals. View or download product manuals.
- Check for driver updates. Automatically check your print drivers to see whether the correct and most up-to-date print drivers are installed.
If you have Internet access, select any of these items and click Go! to open the corresponding HP Web page.
Device Settings tab features
NOTE: The Device Settings tab is located on the Printer Properties tab set.
Available options depend on the feature. The following figure shows the Device Settings tab.
Figure 2-11 Device Settings tab
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 Properties General Sharing Ports Advanced Color Management Security Device Settings About HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 Device Settings Form To Tray Assignment Printer auto select: Letter Manual Feed in Tray 1: Letter Tray 1: Letter Font Substitution Table External Fonts... Installable Options Automatic Configuration: Off Printer Status Notification: Disabled Allow Manual Duplexing: Enabled Printer Memory: 128 MB Job Separator: Disabled OK Cancel ApplyThe Device Settings tab contains controls for paper-handling devices and controls for managing the product.
The Device Settings tab contains the following controls:
• Form to Tray Assignment
• Font Substitution Table
Form to Tray Assignment
A network administrator can use Form to Tray Assignment to specify the paper size in each input tray.
The product supports more than one source of paper. You can assign a form (which defines the paper size and margins) to each paper source. When a form is matched to a source, you can select the form when you print. The product prints from the tray to which that form is assigned.
Network administrators can use the Form to Tray Assignment setting to specify, in the driver, the paper size that is loaded into each available input tray. The use of forms constrains the choices that are available in the paper-size list on the Paper/Quality tab in the Printing Preferences driver tabs. This constraint prevents (or reduces the likelihood of) tying up the product with paper-mount messages that occur when users request sizes or types that are not available.
The trays listed in the Form to Tray Assignment setting include standard trays and optional accessory trays. Generally, items that are installed separately have a separate Installable Options setting.
The input trays listed here are also listed as paper sources on the Paper/Quality tab.
Configuring the trays
- Select the appropriate tray in the Form to Tray Assignment list.
- Use the drop-down menu to select the paper size (or form) that is loaded in that tray.
- Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the remaining trays.
- Click the OK button to enable your settings, or, if necessary, click the Cancel button to reconfigure all the trays, and remove the size and type constraints that have been imposed on the Paper/Quality tab.
Font Substitution Table
Use the Font Substitution Table settings to change the TrueType to printer font mapping and to install and remove external fonts for the product through the External Fonts option. External fonts can be soft fonts or DIMM fonts.
Click the Font Substitution Table option to open a list of fonts. Use the settings to change the TrueType-to-product font mappings.
External Fonts
Use the External Fonts option to install and remove external fonts for the product. External fonts can be soft fonts or DIMM fonts.
Click the External Fonts option to make the Properties button available. Click Properties to open the HP Font Installer dialog box, which is shown in the following figure.
Installing external fonts
Follow these steps to install external fonts.
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Depending on your operating system, click the Start button and then do one of the following to find the list of installed printers:
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Click Devices and Printers or Printers and Faxes
- Click Control Panel and then click Printers, or first click Hardware and Sound, and then click Printers
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Click Settings, and then click Printers or Printers and Faxes
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Right-click the name of the product.
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Click Properties or Printer Properties.
- Click the Device Settings tab.
- Click the External Fonts option. The Properties button appears.
- Click Properties. The HP Font Installer dialog box appears.
- Type the name and path of the font metric file in the Printer Font File Location text box, or click Browse to locate the file on the computer. The font file names appear in the Font(s) to be Added window.
- Select the fonts that you want to add, and then click Add. The fonts are installed and the file names appear in the Installed Font(s) window.
- Click OK to close the HP Font Installer dialog box.
Removing external fonts
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Depending on your operating system, click the Start button and then do one of the following to find the list of installed printers:
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Click Devices and Printers or Printers and Faxes
- Click Control Panel and then click Printers, or first click Hardware and Sound, and then click Printers
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Click Settings, and then click Printers or Printers and Faxes
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Right-click the name of the product.
- Click Properties or Printer Properties.
- Click the Device Settings tab.
- Click the External Fonts option. The Properties button appears.
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Click Properties. The HP Font Installer dialog box appears. The external fonts that are installed appear in the Installed Fonts window.
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Select the fonts that you want to remove, and then click Remove. The fonts are removed.
- Click OK to close the HP Font Installer dialog box.
Installable Options
Items under Installable Options are automatically populated and their default settings are set when the driver is installed.
The product has printing options that you can install and configure in this section. The following controls are available:
• Automatic Configuration
• Printer Status Notification
- Allow Manual Duplexing
Printer Memory
Job Separator
Automatic Configuration
Use the Device Settings tab to tell the driver about the hardware configuration of the product. If bidirectional communication is enabled in a supported environment, update this tab by selecting the Update Now setting in the Automatic Configuration setting. The default setting is Off. After an automatic configuration, the setting returns to Off after the changes are made.
If your environment does not support bidirectional communication, the Update Now setting is unavailable, so you must manually configure the options on this tab.
If you have more than one driver installed for the product (for example, the default HP PCL 6 print driver and the HP PCL 5 Universal Print Driver), the Update Now feature works automatically only on the driver on which it is activated. The other driver will not be updated, and might show the default setting for the specific product model.
Printer Status Notification
When enabled, this option displays a small status-notification window in the lower-right corner of the screen. This window is visible while printing a document or while viewing the print driver settings. It provides information about the status of the document being printed as well as information about the printer, including the current status of the printer supplies.
Allow Manual Duplexing
Select the Allow Manual Duplexing item to print on both sides of any supported size and most types of paper (except transparencies, envelopes, and labels). To use this feature, you must reinsert the paper stack into the input tray to print the second side. The product pauses while you make this adjustment.
This setting is enabled by default.
Printer Memory
Specifies the amount of memory in the product.
Job Separator
Use this control to specify whether a print job identifier page should be printed between print jobs. This setting is disabled by default.
About tab features
NOTE: The About tab is located on the Printer Properties tab set.
The About tab provides detailed information about driver component versions. It contains an overall build version number (in parentheses after the model name) together with specific information about each of the components. The information varies according to the product model number, driver, date, and versions. The About tab is shown in the following figure.
Figure 2-12 About tab
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 Properties General Sharing Ports Advanced Color Management Security Device Settings About HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 (61.117.1.11493) Version : 5.4.0.11493 Driver Files: HPCM2516.GPD 9.28.2011 UNIDRV.DLL 0.3.7601.17514 HPMDP117.DLL 0.3.1550.11493 UNIDRV.HLP 6.10.2009 Configuration Status: Automatic Configured 12/30/2011 Administrator Preferences 12/30/2011 Last configured 02/06/2012 User-Configured © Copyright 1996-2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. OK Cancel ApplyThe About tab lists driver installation file names and their version numbers. The About tab also indicates whether the driver was autoconfigured, whether administrator preferences were set, the date the driver was last configured, and whether the configuration is autoconfigured or user-configured.
The About button is also available on most driver screens. The About button provides a driver version number and creation date.
Driver configuration for Windows®
The HP print drivers feature bidirectional communication technology which, in supported environments, provide automatic discovery and driver configuration for product accessories at the time of installation.
Some accessories that are automatically discovered and configured include the duplexing unit, optional paper trays, printer hard disk, and dual inline memory modules (DIMMs).
Driver autoconfiguration
Automatic discovery and driver configuration through bidirectional communication occurs in the following circumstances:
- When a print driver is installed by using the installer
- When using the Update Now feature for a driver that is already installed
However, as shown in the following table, driver autoconfiguration and Update Now are not available in Windows® XP, Windows® Server 2003, Windows® Server 2008 and 2008 R2, Windows Vista®, or Windows® 7 operating systems over a direct connection when the product is installed by using the Add Printer Wizard.
Table 2-3 Automatic discovery and driver configuration through bidirectional communication ^1
| Connection type Add Printer Wizard install Common installer |
| Network Yes Yes |
| Direct connection No Yes |
^1 The table applies to Windows® XP, Windows® Server 2003, Windows Server® 2008 and 2008 R2, Windows Vista®, and Windows® 7.
Bidirectional communication
In environments that support bidirectional communication, the computer communicates with the product during installation, determines the physical configuration, and then configures the driver accordingly.
Bidirectional communication is the capability of the product to respond to data inquiries from the computer and report information back, such as what type of print paper is available or what accessories are connected to the product. Bidirectional communication depends on the network operating system and on the type of connection that exists between the computer and the product. If the connection does not have this capability (that is, if it has no bidirectional mode), it can only accept commands from the host and cannot report information back to the host computer.
Update Now
If you have modified the configuration of the product since installation, the driver can be automatically updated with the new configuration in environments that support bidirectional communication. Use the Update Now feature to automatically reflect the new configuration in the driver.
For example, if the product is installed and an optional paper-handling accessory is added later, use the Update Now feature to query the product and update the settings to match the new product configuration.
The feature automatically updates the registry and changes the configuration information that appears on the Device Settings tab.
NOTE: Depending on which settings were updated, the Update Now feature might change the configuration information that displays on the print-driver tabs, instead of (or in addition to) changing the information on the Device Settings tab.
NOTE: The Update Now feature is not supported in environments where shared Windows® XP clients are connected to Windows® XP hosts.
To activate the Update Now feature, follow these steps:
- Depending on your operating system, click the Start button and then do one of the following to find the list of installed printers:
- Click Devices and Printers or Printers and Faxes
- Click Control Panel and then click Printers, or first click Hardware and Sound, and then click Printers
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Click Settings, and then click Printers or Printers and Faxes
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Right-click the product name.
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Click the Properties or Printer Properties item.
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Click the Device Settings tab.
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If necessary, click the Installable Options list to expand it and show the options.
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In the Automatic Configuration drop-down menu, select the Update Now item.
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Click the OK button to save the setting.
HP Reconfiguration Utility
If you are already using the product and you wish to change the way it is connected, use the HP Reconfiguration Utility to set up 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.
The HP Reconfiguration Utility is located in the HP programs group on your computer. This utility is only available with the full install.
Font support
The basic fonts listed here are included with Microsoft Windows software.
Basic fonts
Microsoft Windows software includes these basic fonts, which can be used with any HP printing product:
• Arial
• Courier New Italic
• Times New Roman Italic
- Arial Italic
• Courier New Bold
Times New Roman Bold
- Arial Bold
• Courier New Bold Italic
• Times New Roman Bold Italic
- Arial Bold Italic
Symbol
Wingdings
Courier New
Times New Roman
HP ePrint
With HP ePrint, you can print anywhere, anytime, from a mobile phone, laptop, or any other mobile device. HP ePrint works with any email-capable device. If you can e-mail, you can print to an HP ePrint-enabled product. For more details, go to www.hpeprintcenter.com.
NOTE: The product must be connected to a network and have Internet access to use HP ePrint.
HP ePrint is disabled as a default setting in the product. Use this procedure to enable it.
- Type the product IP address into the address line of a Web browser to open the HP Embedded Web Server.
- Click the HP Web Services tab.
- Select the option to enable Web Services.
HP Update
HP Update proactively checks for updates specific to your product including software, drivers, applications, firmware/BIOS, tools and utilities, and gives you the choice of which to install.
The default interval for the HP Update program is to check for updates once every 7 days. However, the HP Update program will check for new updates at an interval that you specify.
HP Update is located in the HP global program group.
To change the way the HP Update program runs, use the following steps:
- Click Start.
- Click All Programs.
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Click the HP folder.
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Click the HP Update icon to start the HP Update program.
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In the HP Update window, click the Settings button.
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In the Settings menu, you can change how often the HP Update program checks for updates.
Help & Learn Center
The HP Help & Learn Center and other documentation are on the CD that came with the product or in the HP Program folder on your computer. The HP Help and Learn Center is a product help tool that provides easy access to product information, HP product Web support, troubleshooting, and regulatory and safety information.
Click the HP Help & Learn Center on the Documentation screen of the installer to open an HTML help system that provides step-by-step instructions for performing specific tasks, including clearing jams and loading trays.
Figure 2-13 HP Help & Learn Center
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LASERJET Help & Learn Center Web support SureSupply hp.com ePrintCenter Search QUICK FIND » Change printer settings from your desktop » Control panel layout » HP help for wireless » Improve print quality » Load the input tray » Solve wireless network problems (wireless models only) HP LaserJet Pro 200 Color M251 » Update and add videos » Browse User Guide » Browse additional documentation Everyday Jobs Manage & Maintain Solve a ProblemThe HP Help & Learn Center can also be opened from the Windows® Start menu.
- Click the Start button, select the Programs or All Programs item, and then click the HP item.
- Click the product name item, and then click the HP Help & Learn Center item.
Toner Cartridge Authentication
The HP Toner Cartridge Authentication software verifies that Original HP LaserJet toner cartridges are being used in the printer. Specific countries/regions can reward customers for using Original HP
LaserJet toner cartridges. This software was developed for home, micro, and small business environments.
- Customer downloads the HP Toner Authentication software from HP.com and installs it on his or her PC.
The software checks to see if the product needs software or firmware upgrades - Software or firmware upgrades can be installed by the customer.
The software checks the e-labels on the toner cartridges and displays the results.
By default the software checks every 60 minutes, but can be changed on the Settings tab.
The correct versions of software, firmware, e-labels, and an active internet connection are required for HP Toner Authentication to work properly.
HP Device Toolbox
The HP Device Toolbox allows users to control settings on the product through a Web browser. This program opens the HP Embedded Web Server (HP EWS).
HP Device Toolbox is only available through the software programs group on a full software install on a Windows PCs. EWS is available for any network-connected product using a Web browser and the product's IP address.
To access the HP Device Toolbox, complete one of the following procedures:
- Click the Windows Start button, click the Programs or All Programs item, click the HP item, click the product group, and then click the HP Device Toolbox item.
- On network-connected products, you can open a Web browser and type the product IP address in the address bar.
The product IP address displays on the product control panel. If that feature is disabled, the IP address is documented on a configuration page. Print a configuration page by following these steps on the product control panel.
Print a configuration page on a LCD control panel
- At the product control panel, press the OK button to open the menus.
- Use the arrow buttons to select the Reports menu, and then press the OK button.
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Use the arrow buttons to highlight the Config Report option, and then press the OK button.
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Find the IP address on the configuration page.
Figure 2-14 IP address location on the configuration page
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- From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup 🔊 button.
- Touch the Reports button
- Touch Config Report.
- Find the IP address on the configuration page.
Figure 2-15 IP address location on the configuration page
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HP LASERJET 200 COLOR MFP M275NW Config Report Product Description Product Name: HP LASERJET 200 color Product Size: 100 mm x 100 mm Product Type: 3D-4D (RGB) Product Color: 100 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 90 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 90 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 90 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 90 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 90 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 90 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 90 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 90 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 90 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 90 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 100 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 100 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 100 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 100 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 100 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 100 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 100 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 100 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 100 dB (RGB) Product Quality: 10% (RGB) Product Quality: 10% (RGB) Product Quality: 10% (RGB) Product Quality: 10% (RGB) Product Quality: 10% (RGB) Product Quality: 10% (RGB) Product Quality: 10% (RGB) Product Quality: 10% (RGB) Product Quality: 10% (RGB) Product Quality: 10% (RGB) Product Quality: 10% (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) (GB) [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] )[GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [GB] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ] [ GB ]The following tabs are available in the HP Device Toolbox:
Home tab
System tab
Print tab
Networking tab
HP Web Services tab
HP Smart Install tab
Home tab
Use the Home tab to access and print detailed information regarding product and supply status, product configuration, network configuration, and usage.
The Home tab contains the following pages:
Device Status
Supplies Status
• Device Configuration page
• Network Summary page
Reports
• Color Usage Log
Event Log page
Device Status
The Device Status page shows product status messages. The Device Status page also contains some pertinent product information and settings.
Figure 2-16 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Device Status page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NPI40316E 192.100.0.10 Home System Print Networkung HP Web Services HP Smart install Device Status Device Status Status: Jam in tray 1. Clear jam and then press [OK] Supplies Summary Black Cartridge Order 131X (CF210X) 100% * Cyan Cartridge Order 131A (CF211A) 100% * Magenta Cartridge Order 131A (CF213A) 100% * Yellow Cartridge Order 131A (CF212A) * Approximate only, varies depending on types of documents printed and other factors. Supplies Detail Setup IPv4 Configuration IPv6 Configuration Wireless Configuration Web Services Setup HP Smart Install Manage Certificates Product Security EcoSMART Console HP recommends ColorLok® papers for best printing results.Supplies Status
The Supplies Status page shows the status of all of the product supplies, including the toner cartridges.
Figure 2-17 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Supplies Status page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP40810E 192.100.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Device Status Supplies Status Device Configuration Network Summary Reports Color Usage Log Event Log Supplies Status Black Cartridge Order 131X (CF210X) 100% Approximate Pages Remaining*: >2000 † Supply Level: Normal Serial Number: 560070915-1G10 Pages Printed With This Supply*: 8 First Install Date: 20111230 Last Used Date: 20111230 Cyan Cartridge Order 131A (CF211A) 100% Approximate Pages Remaining*: >1500 † Supply Level: Normal Serial Number: $37592068-1G13 Pages Printed With This Supply*: 4 First Install Date: 20111230 Last Used Date: 20111230 Magenta Cartridge Order 131A (CF213A) 100% Approximate Pages Remaining*: >1500 † Supply Level: Normal Serial Number: $40999937-1G12 Pages Printed With This Supply*: 4 First Install Date: 20111230 Last Used Date: 20111230 Yellow Cartridge Order 131A (CF212A) 100% Approximate Pages Remaining*: >1500 † Supply Level: Normal Serial Number: $47946753-1G10 Pages Printed With This Supply*: 4 First Install Date: 20111230 Last Used Date: 20111230 Shop for Supplies Support Ordering Information Hewlett-Packard supplies can be ordered on the Internet, on-line through your printer software, or by calling an authorized reseller. To order new genuine HP supplies now, click on the Shop for Supplies button above. Return & Recycling Please return your genuine HP supplies for recycling to Hawlett-Packard. For more information, please visit us at http://www.hp.com/so/rocycb * Approximates only; varies depending on types of documents printed and other factors. † HP uses the first 20% of cartridge use to estimate pages remainingDevice Configuration page
The Device Configuration page shows the values of all of the settings that are available in the product. The contents of this page are consistent with the configuration page that the firmware generates.
Figure 2-18 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Device Configuration page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP45510E 192.168.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Device Configuration Product Information Product Name: HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw Formatter Number: V100115 Serial Number: XXXXXXXXXX Service ID: 21360 Firmware Datecode: 2011123_0357 Phoenix Firmware Smart Install SW Version: Unknown HP Smart Install: Enabled Location: USA Max Monochrome Print Quality: 000x8 Max Color Print Quality: ImageRET 3600 Controller Number: 10 Device Description: HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw Language: English Asset Number: Your Company Name: Contact Person: Device Location: Product Security: Off Wired HW Address: XXXXXXXXXXXXX Wireless HW Address: XXXXXXXXXXXXX Network in Use: Wired Host Name: NP458.105 IPv4 Address: 192.168.0.10 IPv6 Address: XXXX.XXXX.XXXX.XXXX.XXXX Total Memory: 128 MBytes Available Memory: 72.28 MBytes Installed Personalities and Options PCLB (20040201) AirPrint PCL (20040201) PDF (20040201) PS (20040201) USB Flash Drive: Empty Impressions Total Impressions: 8 Monochrome Impressions: 4 Color Impressions: 4 Total Equivalent Impressions (A/Letter): 8.0 Monochrome Equivalent Impressions (A/Letter): 4.0 Color Equivalent Impressions (A/Letter): 4.0Network Summary page
The Network Summary page contains information about the network and its enabled features.
Figure 2-19 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Network Summary page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP48510E 192.166.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Network Summary Service (Wired): Ready IPv4 Address: 192.168.0.10 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: 192.168.0.1 IP Configured By: DHCP DHCP/BOOTP Server: XXXXXXXXXX DHCP Expiration Time: 00:12:11 (Days Hours Minutes) WINS Server: 192.00.0.200 Preferred DNS Address: XXXXXXXXXX Alternate DNS Address: XXXXXXXXXX TCP/IP(w) Status (Wired): Ready Link-Local Address: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Stateless (from Router): Not Configured Stateful (from DHCP/S): Not Configured Network Identification Host Name: NPI3B810E Domain Name (IPv4/IPv6): XXXXXXXXXX Domain Name (IPv6 only): Bonjour Service Name: HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (43B10E) Bonjour Domain Name: NPI48810E local Bonjour Highest Priority Service: IPP Printing Wired Network Configuration Status: Connected Hardware Address: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Link Speed and Duplex Negotiations: Automatic Link Speed: 100 Mbps Duplex: Full Wireless Network Configuration Status: Not Connected Wireless: Off Network Name (SSID): None Communication Mode: Infrastructure Authentication Type: Open System (no authentication) Encryption: None Hardware Address: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Wireless Direct SetupReports
Use the Reports page to print the internal special pages the device generates. The following information pages are available:
Configuration Report
Supplies Status
Network Summary
• Usage Page
• Diagnostics Page
Color Usage Log
PCL Font List
PCL6 Font List
PS Font List
Demo Page
Figure 2-20 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Reports page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw - NP48B10E 192.168.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Device Status Supplies Status Device Configuration Network Summary Reports Color Usage Log Event Log Reports Configuration Report Print Supplies Status Print Network Summary Print Usage Page Print Diagnostics Page Print Color Usage Log Print PCL Font List Print PCLB Font List Print PS Font List Print Demo Page Print Shop for Supplies SupportColor Usage Log
Click the Color Usage Log tab to:
Find the Product Name and Serial Number, which are listed under the Product Info subheading.
- Check the number of print jobs stored, which is listed under the Usage Totals subheading. The log also includes information about how much color the product has used.
- Delete the currently stored Color Usage Log information by clicking Clear Job Log.
Figure 2-21 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Color Usage Log page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP40819E 192:168.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Color Usage Log Product Information Product Name: HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw Serial Number: XXXXXXXXXX Usage Totals Total Jobs in Log: 0 Total Mono Sides: 0 Total Color Sides: 0 Total Sheets: 0 Job Log Color Usage Job Log is empty.Event Log page
Use the Event Log page to track the events that occur on the product.
Figure 2-22 HP Device Toolbox, Home tab – Event Log page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NPH8B10E 162.168.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Device Status Supplies Status Device Configuration Network Summary Reports Color Usage Log Event Log Event Log Shop for Supplies Support Entry # Code Page Description 4 13,0000 8 Paper Jam 3 13,0000 7 Paper Jam 2 13,0000 6 Paper Jam 1 54.2100 9 BD errorSystem tab
Use the System tab to view and change settings for the following features:
• Device Information page
Paper Setup page
• Print Quality page
• EcoSMART Console page
• Print Density page
Paper Types page
System Setup page
Service page
• Save and Restore page
Product Security page
Device Information page
The Device Information page contains identifying information about the product:
• Device Description. This field shows the version of the product that is installed.
• Asset Number. Use this field to assign an identifying asset control number to the product.
Company Name.
- Contact Person.
• Device Location
Figure 2-23 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Device Information page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP40810E 192.100.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart install Device Information Paper Setup Print Quality EcoSMART Console Print Density Paper Types System Setup Service Save and Restore Product Security Device Information Shop for Supplies Support Device Description: HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw Asset Number: Your Company Name: Contact Person: Device Location: Apply CancelPaper Setup page
Use Paper Setup page to configure the paper-setup settings for the product. Change the default settings by clicking the black arrow next to each option and highlighting the selection.
Figure 2-24 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Paper Setup page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP40810E 192.106.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Device Information Paper Setup Print Quality EcoSMART Console Print Density Paper Types System Setup Service Save and Restore Product Security Paper Setup Default Paper Size: Letter Default Paper Type: Plain Manual Feed: Off Tray 1 Size: Any Size Tray 1 Type: Any Type Paper Out Action Wait Forever Specify Time and Action Paper Out Time: 0 Seconds (0-3600) Paper Out Action: Cancel Shop for Supplies Support Apply CancelPrint Quality page
Use the Print Quality page to change the print quality defaults for the product.
Figure 2-25 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Print Quality page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP48B10E 192.168.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Device Information Paper Setup Print Quality EcoSMART Console Print Density Paper Types System Setup Service Save and Restore Product Security Print Quality Color Calibration Power-On Calibration: 15 Minutes Calibration Timing: 48 Hours Calibrate Now: Shop for Supplies Support Apply CancelEcoSMART Console page
Use the EcoSMART Console page to control the energy-saving settings on the product.
Figure 2-26 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – EcoSMART Console page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP40810E 192.100.0.10 Home System Device Information Paper Setup Print Quality EcoSMART Console Print Density Paper Types System Setup Service Save and Restore Product Security Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install EcoSMART Console Sleep Delay: 15 Minutes Power Down After Delay 30 Minutes Power Motor Wake on These Events ✓ USB Job ✓ LAN Job ✓ Wireless Job ✓ Control Panel Touch ✓ USB Drive insert NOTE: If no wake events are selected, then the power button must be pressed to turn the printer on. Shop for Supplies Support Apply CancelPrint Density page
Use the Print Density page to control the print density of each toner cartridge on the product.
Figure 2-27 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Print Density page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP40310E 192.100.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart install Device Information Paper Setup Print Quality EcoSMART Console Print Density Paper Types System Setup Service Save and Restore Product Security Print Density Contrasts Cyan Density: 0 Magenta Density: 0 Yellow Density: 0 Black Density: 0 Highlights Cyan Density: 0 Magenta Density: 0 Yellow Density: 0 Black Density: 0 Midtones Cyan Density: 0 Magenta Density: 0 Yellow Density: 0 Black Density: 0 Shadows Cyan Density: 0 Magenta Density: 0 Yellow Density: 0 Black Density: 0 Restore Defaults Restore Defaults: Apply CancelPaper Types page
Use the Paper Types page to set the default paper type settings for the product.
Figure 2-28 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Paper Types page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP43010E 192.100.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Device Information Paper Setup Print Quality EcoSMART Console Print Density Paper Types System Setup Service Save and Restore Product Security Paper Types Plain: Normal Letterhead: Normal Proprinted: Normal Prepunched: Normal Colored: Normal Bond: Heavy Recycled: Normal Rough: Heavy Heavy Rough: Card stock Restore Defaults: Shop for Supplies Support Apply CancelSystem Setup page
Use the System Setup page to change settings on the product such as Jam Recovery and Auto Continue.
Figure 2-29 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – System Setup page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP43810E 192.100.0.10 Home System Print Networking MP Web Services MP Smart Install Device Information Paper Setup Print Quality EcoSMART Console Print Density Paper Types System Setup Service Save and Restore Product Security System Setup Jam Recovery: Auto Auto Continue: Off IO Timeout: 120 Seconds (5 - 7200) Low Threshold (Black Cartridge): 7 % (1 - 100) Low Threshold (Cyan Cartridge): 6 % (1 - 100) Low Threshold (Magenta Cartridge): 6 % (1 - 100) Low Threshold (Yellow Cartridge): 6 % (1 - 100) Store Usage Data: On Supplies Language: English Shop for Supplies Support Apply CancelService page
Use the Service page to start the cleaning mode procedure on the product.
Figure 2-30 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Service page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NPH03D10E 192.100.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Device Information Paper Setup Print Quality EcoSMART Console Print Density Paper Types System Setup Service Save and Restore Product Security Service Cleaning Mode Start (Note: The cleaning mode could take anywhere from 1 to 3 minutes. The device will slowly move one page through the paper path. Please be potent.) Shop for Supplies SupportSave and Restore page
Use the Save and Restore page to save, load, or restore product settings.
Figure 2-31 HP Device Toolbox, System tab — Save and Restore page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP40310E 192.108.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart install Device Information Paper Setup Print Quality EcoSMART Console Print Density Paper Types System Setup Service Save and Restore Product Security Save and Restore Shop for Supplies Support Save Device Settings: Save all the settings from this device to a file on your computer. Use this file to restore the settings to this device, or load the settings to a similar device. Choose a location for the settings file by clicking the [Save] button. Note: Make sure to select a file name and location that are easily remembered. Save Load or Restore Device Settings: Load or restore settings on this device by browsing to a file previously saved using "Save Device Settings." After selecting the file, click [Load] to upload the settings to this device. Browse... LoadProduct Security page
Use the Product Security page to set or change the administrator password.
Figure 2-32 HP Device Toolbox, System tab – Product Security page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP43010E 192.108.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Product Security Product Security To securely manage a network device, consider enabling "HTTPS Enforcement" located under the "Networking" tab. Go to HTTPS Enforcement page. Use these fields to set or change the Administrator Password. When set, the Administrator Password is required before you can access and change configuration parameters. To disable the Administrator Password, leave the entries blank. NOTE: When logging in, any username can be typed in the username field in the login dialog box. Password: Confirm Password: Apply CancelPrint tab
- Printing
PCL5
PostScript
Printing
Use the Printing page to change the printing defaults for the product.
Figure 2-33 HP Device Toolbox, Print tab – Printing page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw - NPI49310E 192.100.0 10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Printing Printing PCLS PostScript Number of Copies: 1 (1 - 999) Wide A4: No Courier Font: Regular Orientation: Portrait Shop for Supplies Support Apply CancelPCL5
Use the PCL5 page to change the PCL defaults for the product.
Figure 2-34 HP Device Toolbox, Print tab – PCL5 page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251mw HP LaserJet 200 color M251mw NP40B10E 192.100.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install PCL5 PostScript PCL5 Font number: 23 (0 - 84) Font Pitch: 10.00 (0.44 - 99.59) Font Point Size: 12.00 (4.00 - 999.75) Symbol Set: PC-B Append CR to LF: No Form Length: 60 (5 - 120) Shop for Supplies Support Apply CancelPostScript
Use the PostScript pane to turn off/on PostScript printing errors.
If Print PostScript errors is set to On, the product will print multiple pages of PostScript characters when an error is encountered.
If Print PostScript errors is set to Off (default), the product suppresses this printing behavior.
Figure 2-35 HP Device Toolbox, Print tab – PostScript page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NFI48910E 192.106.0.10 Home System Print Benetworking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Printing PCLS PostScript PostScript Shop for Supplies Support Print PS Errors: Off Apply CancelNetworking tab
Use the Networking tab to view and change settings for the network connection and communication with the product. The following pages are available:
• Network Summary
IPv4 Configuration
IPv6 Configuration
- Wireless Configuration
- Wireless Direct Setup
• Network Identification
- Advanced page
• Certificates page
- HTTPS Enforcement page
SNMP page
• Access Control List page
• 802.1X Authentication page
Firewall page
Network Summary
The Network Summary page contains all the information about the network and its enabled features.
Figure 2-36 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – Network Summary page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw Network Summary Configuration Port Configurations Port Configurations Wireless Configurations Wireless Direct Setup Network Identification Advanced Security Settings Certificates HTTPS Enforcement Spool Andolas Central Ltd. MSL IV Authentication Preval Network Summary TCP/IP(4) Status (Wired): Ready Port Address: HZ 1608.96 Socket Mask: 255,255,252.9 Default Gateway: HZ 1608.1 IP Configured By: DHCP IP Preferred Address Method: DHCP DHCP/DEGTP Server: XXXXXXXXXX TFTP Server: Not Specified DHCP expiration Time: 14:22:56 (Dave Hours/Routes) WBS Server: Not Specified Preferred DNS Address: XXXXXXXXXX Alternate DNS Address: Not Specified TCP/IP(4) Status (Wired): Ready Link Local Address: XXXXX.XXXX.XXXX.XXXX.XXXX.XXXX Statusless (from Router): Not Specified Statureful (from DHCP).: Not Specified Network Identification Host Name: HPDCEA3IPv4 Configuration
Use the IPv4 Configuration pane to modify settings for basic TCP/IPv4 network configuration.
If Automatic IP is configured, the Manual IP address configuration settings are disabled, but the values for these settings are still displayed if they have been set.
If the configuration is switched from Automatic IP to Manual IP, the IP Address fields are cleared, and the desired IP address must be entered before continuing.
Click Apply to keep changes. When you click the Apply button, a confirmation dialog appears. Click the Yes button to continue.
Figure 2-37 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – IPv4 Configuration page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw Name Operator Port Reitermacing IP Web Services IP Direct Install Network Summary Configuration IPv4 Configuration IPv4 Configuration Wireless Configuration Wireless Direct Setup Network Identification Advanced Security Settings Certificates HTTPS Environment SNMP Access Control Line B02.1k Authentication Financial IPv4 Enabled Warning Changes to these settings may result in loss of connectivity with the device. Host Name: NP00004-1 Set by: Default Domain Name: X900000000.net Set by: DHCP IP Configured By: DHCP IP Preferred Address Methods: DHCP IP Address: 182.966.78 Submit Magic: 255.295.292.8 Default Gateway: 182.966.7 Help CancelIPv6 Configuration
The IPv6 Configuration page shows the status of the IPv6 network configuration settings. This page is read-only and no settings can be modified here.
Up to seven IPv6 addresses can be shown on this page, depending upon the automatic configuration of the networking firmware. All available IPv6 addresses are shown.
Figure 2-38 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – IPv6 Configuration page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NPI43010€ 192.156.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart install Network Summary Configuration IPv4 Configuration IPv6 Configuration Wireless Configuration Wireless Direct Setup Network Identification Advanced Security Settings Certificates HTTPS Enforcement IPv6 Configuration Host Name: NPI43010€ Set by: Default Domain Name:Wireless Configuration
Use the Wireless Configuration page to turn off/on the wireless capabilities for the product.
Figure 2-39 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – Wireless Configuration page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251mw XP LaserJet 200 color M251mw XXXXXXXX 182 183.0.16 Name System File Defaulting HP Web Services HP User Install Network Summary Configuration: Web Configuration Web Configuration Wireless Configuration Wireless Direct Setup Network Distribution Advanced Security Settings Certificates HTTPS Environment SBER Access Control Use USB IA Authentication Forward Wireless WARNING: Use caution when changing the wireless settings;the printer might lose its network connection. Status On Off Status: Not Activated Recommended the network code is order to activate the wireless connection; network name (SSID): XXXXXXXXXX Security Rate: 99% Print That Status Configuration Method Join an existing wireless network. Join an existing wireless network using SRFI Protected Setup (RPS). Network Name (SSID) Select a network name (SSID) from the list or enter a network name. Network Name (SSID) Channel State Summary Serial Strength XXXX 5 infrastructure XXXXXXXXXX 3 infrastructure XXX-XXXX 4 infrastructure Enter a Unique Network Name (SSID) Authentication WPA Version: Auto (WPA or PPPA) Description: Auto (CPS or PPPA) Passphone: OKWireless Direct Setup
Use the Wireless Direct Setup page to enable devices within wireless range to connect to the product and print.
Figure 2-40 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab — Wireless Direct Setup page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw: HPRESEA1 192 N/A.0.10 Name Systems Print Networking HI Web Services HP Smart Install Network Summary Configuration Print Configuration Print Configuration Wireless Configuration Wireless Direct Setup Network Identification Advanced Security Settings Certificates HTTP Enforcement SAMP Access Control List 382.1X Authentication Firewall Wireless Direct Setup Settings Equity print from your smartphone or databases, without any complicated software or drivers. Use wireless direct printing to print directly within wireless range. Wireless Direct Pricing: Online Security Name (S500) http://s500-LaserJet 200 color Channel: 4 IP Address: 192.188.0.10 Allow clients to communicate with each other. Apply Cancel Connected Clients No clients connectedNetwork Identification
Use the Network Identification pane to configure the host name and domain name(s) used to identify the product on the network.
The values for host name and domain names are retrieved from the firmware, and displayed on this pane. The networking firmware determines what host name and domain name(s) to use.
The information under Available Host name / Domain names is for information only and cannot be modified.
The text entries are disabled under certain circumstances. The following table defines when the entities are disabled:
Table 2-4 Network Identification page – Text Entities
| Text Entity Disabled status |
| Host name Disabled if configured by BOOTP |
| Domain name (IPv4/IPv6) Disabled if configured by BOOTP, DHCPv4, or DHCPv6 |
| Domain name (IPv6) Disabled if configured by DHCPv6 |
| Bonjour Service name Disabled if Bonjour is disabled |
Figure 2-41 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – Network Identification page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NPI48B10E 192.166.0.10 Network Summary Configuration IPv4 Configuration IPv8 Configuration Wireless Configuration Wireless Direct Setup Network Identification Advanced Security Settings Certificates HTTPS Enforcement SNVP Access Control List 602.1X Authentication Firewal Network Identification Shop for Supplies Support Warning: Changes to these settings may result in loss of connectivity with the device. Current Settings Host Name: NPI48B10E Set by: Default Domain Name (IPv4/IPv6): XXXXXXXXXX Set by: DHCP Domain Name (IPv6 only): Bonjour Service Name: HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Bonjour Domain Name: XXXXXXXXXX Bonjour Highest Priority Service: IPP Printing ▼ Host Name Priority Options Use BOOTP, manual, or default supplied host name. Use DHCPv4 supplied host name. Use DHCPv6 supplied host name. Available Host Names/Domain Names (Information only) Default Host Name: NPI48B10E BOOTP/DHCPv4 Supplied Host Name:Advanced page
Use the Advanced page to configure the enabled settings and other settings for the product.
Figure 2-42 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – Advanced page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M25 remote HP LaserJet 200 color M25 remote - M25 remote-1 Access Parameters Configuration This Configuration MAC Configurations Show Next Configurations Windows Direct Bus Network Configurations Extrusion Security Setup Coordinates HTTP Exchange SPAT Include Controls M25.16 Acceleration Protocol Advanced Warning: Changes to these settings may result in loss of connectivity with the device. Warning: Changes to these settings may result in loss of connectivity with the device. This will have been affected by the page to allow your change. Apply... Cancel Design & Settings Plus Add Delete Add/Remove Add/Remove LPG Printing Eggs External VDD Connectivity SLAMP FTR Printing System configurations Template (CHINA) P200 compliance with SPC (P13) Sub-Play Sub-Play Form configurations key Sub-Play Settings User Spring * Recruited Text Server IP* Server Port * File Messages Per Minute * File Messages Priority File Help Not Specified Set by Default Size: 1 - 800000 Size: 1 - 800000 + : LPG TO ODMIN: OKCertificates page
Use the Certificates page to change the product certificate to more accurately identify the printer and to update the length of time the certificate is valid.
You may also use the Certificates page to upload a Certificate Authority (CA) certificate to verify the email server's certificate, for increased security
Figure 2-43 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab — Certificates page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NPH43010E 192.108.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Network Summary Configuration IPv4 Configuration IPv8 Configuration Wireless Configuration Wireless Direct Setup Network Identification Advanced Security Settings Certificates HTTPS Enforcement SNVP Access Control List 602.1X Authentication Firewall Certificates Printer Certificate By default, a pre-installed self-signed printer certificate is created to identify this printer. You can change this certificate to more accurately identify the printer and to update the length of time the certificate is valid. Status: Installed View Configure CA Certificate A Certificate Authority (CA) certificate is used to verify the e-mail server's certificate. You may upload a CA certificate for increased security. Status: Not Instated View ConfigureHTTPS Enforcement page
Use the HTTPS Enforcement page to securely manage the network device using a Web browser and the HTTPS protocol. By forcing all connections to use HTTPS, the embedded Web server encrypts all Web communication.
Figure 2-44 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab — HTTPS Enforcement page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NPI45510E 192.156.0.10 Home System Print Networking HP Web Service HP Smart Install Network Summary Configuration IPv4 Configuration IPvS Configuration Wireless Configuration Wireless Direct Setup Network Identification Advanced Security Settings Certificates HTTPS Enforcement HTTPS Enforcement You can securely manage the network device using a Web browser and the HTTPS protocol. By forcing all connections to use HTTPS, the embedded Web server encrypts at Web communication. □ Always use HTTPS when connecting to the printers embedded Web server. Note: When HTTPS is forced, you may see Web browser warnings. Apply CancelSNMP page
Use the SNMP page to configure the SNMP settings for the product.
Figure 2-45 HP Device Toolbox, Networking tab – SNMP page
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SNMP Warning: Changing these settings can potentially disrupt network functionality. SNMP-1v2 Enable SNMPv1v2 read-write access. Enable SNMPv1v2 read-only access (ases 'public' for the Get Community Name). Disable SNMPv1v2 Set Community Name: Replaces public Confirm Set Community Name: Get Community Name: Confirm Set Community Name: Disable SNMPv1v2 default Get and Set Community Name of public. SNMP-1 Enable SNMPV3 Enter Name: Authentication Key: (Algorithms USD) Privacy Key: (Algorithms DES) Context Name: <|vision_start|> To enable or charge at SNMP-3 setting, values must be entered in all three fields. Options CancelAccess Control List page
Use the Access Control List page to setup the access to the product.
Figure 2-46 HP Device Toolbox, Network tab — Access Control List page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw MP808EA1 190.168.0.10 Name Systems Print Networking HP Web Services UP Smart Install Network Summary Configuration Pv4 Configuration Pv6 Configuration Wireless Configuration Wireless Direct Setup Network Identification Advanced Security Settings Certificates HTTPS Enforcement Group Access Control List 602.1X Authentication Paywell Access Control List Enable Access Control List Status: Changes to these settings may result in loss of connectivity with the device. Access Control List (ACL) allows you to specify which Pv4 addresses on your network are allowed access to the printer. If the list is empty, then any system is allowed access. Allow Web Server (HTTP) access Check this tool if you want to allow (HTTP) connections for any user. This includes allowing access to proxy servers, network address translators, embedded Web server, Internet Hosting Protocol/IPP and Internet services. Create IPv4 Address Subtest Mask Create □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ ○802.1X Authentication page
Use the 802.1X Authentication page to setup the authentication on the product.
Figure 2-47 HP Device Toolbox, Network tab — 802.1X Authentication page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw - HPB06EA1 - M2.100.0.10 Name Systems Host Networking HP Web Services HP SmartInstall Network Summary Configuration PVA Configuration PSI Configuration Wireless Configuration Wireless Direct Status Network Identification Advanced Security Settings Certificates HTTPS Environment SNPs Access Control List M20.1X Authentication Fidwalt 802.1X Authentication 802.1X Authentication Warning Changes to these settings may result in loss of connectivity with the device. Enabled Protocols: PEAP EAP/TL3 Username: Password: Confirm Password: Show characters. Server ID: Requires exact match. Encryption Strength: Low (DCS-06-64, RC4-128-64 or DCS-100-64) Printer Certificate: Isolated Codigars CA Certificate: Not installed Codigars On Authentication Failure: Correct Anyway (M2.1X Follower) Authentication: Ras Authentic or apply Apply Cancel Remove DefaultsFirewall page
Use the Firewall page to setup the firewall on the product.
Figure 2-48 HP Device Toolbox, Network tab — Firewall page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw KP6006A1 ISO: 108.0.10 Name System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Network Summary Configuration PvS Configuration PvD Configuration Wireless Cas Spuration Wireless Direct Setup Network Identification Advanced Security Settings Certificates HTTPS Enforcement SNAP Access Control List EQQ 13 Authentication Firewall Firewall Enable Firewall Rules Enable Firewall Warning: Changing Firewall settings may result in loss of connection. Enable Failade Option This option ensures HTTPS to ensure accessible even if it is blocked by the Firewall policy. This allows the administrator to help the policy without liability arising themselves out of the device. It is recommended that the Failade Option can be obtained since the policy has been successfully tested. Configured Firewall Rules Enable Address Complete Services Complete Action Delete Default ASP Addresses All Services Drop Rate: Rates are applied from top to bottom. To change rule precedence drag rules up or down in table. Add Adjustment Remove Defaults Help CancelHP Web Services tab
Web Services Setup page
Use the Web Services Setup page to enable or disable the HP Web Services feature.
Figure 2-49 HP Device Toolbox, Web Services Setup page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw 192.158.9.10 Home Repair Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Hostel Web Services Setup HP ePrint Apps Proxy Settings Web Services Setup Options Remove printer from Web Services Print Information Sheet Add This Page to Favorites Remove Web Services You will no longer be able to print Web content or send e-mails directly to the printer. HP ePrint Print from Anywhere HP's free ePrint service provides an easy way to print from e-mail, anywhere and anytime. Simply attach a file to an e-mail, and send it to this printer's e-mail address. The attachment will print automatically on this printer. Supported attachment file types include: pdf, jpg, txt, and Microsoft Office(R) documents NOTE: Attachments may print differently than they appear in the software program which checked their, depending on the original fonts and layout options used. Your Printer is Protected To help present unauthorized e-mail, HP assigns a random e-mail address to your printer, never publishes this address, and by default does not respond to any sender. ePrint also provides industry-standard zoom filtering and transforms e-mail and attachments to a print-only format to reduce the threat of a virus or other harmful content. NOTE: The ePrint service does not filter e-mails based on content, so it cannot prevent objectionable or copyrighted material from being printed. Apps Print from the Web, Without a Computer Apps enables you to access and print Web content directly on your printer.HP ePrint page
Use the HP ePrint Setup page to enable or disable the HP ePrint Server feature.
Figure 2-50 Device Toolbox, HP ePrint page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw XXXXXXXX 192.166.0.10 Web Services Setup HP ePrint AOS Proxy Settings HP ePrint Settings HP ePrintCenter ePrint Server Status Printer's Email Address www.hjoPrintCenter.com Primary is connected to Web Services. Up730xu84748@hpeprint.com Turn ePrint off temporarily Print Information Sheet NOTE: As the print path is not yet fully secure, HP recommends not printing private or confidential information through ePrint at this time. Apply CancelProxy Settings page
Use the Proxy Settings page to set the HP Web Services proxy server.
Figure 2-51 HP Device Toolbox, Proxy Settings page
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw XXXXXXXX 192.168.0.10 Name System Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Web Services Setup HP offset Apps Proxy Settings Proxy Settings If HP Web Services failed to enable, and your network uses a proxy server, enter the proxy server settings below and try again. □ Check this box if your network uses a proxy server to access the Internet Enter the proxy server's IP address or enter the fully qualified domain name and port. Proxy Server Proxy Port (1 - 88835) □ Check this box if the proxy server requires authentication. Enter the proxy server viasname and password. Username: Password: □ Show characters Note: For some networks, you may need to contact your Internet service provider (ISP) for the proxy server address Apply CancelHP Smart Install tab
Use the HP Smart Install tab to enable or disable the HP Smart Install installation method.
NOTE: This tab is only available on a network install.
Figure 2-52 HP Device Toolbox, HP Smart Install tab
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw NP48910E 192.1680.10 Home Systems Print Networking HP Web Services HP Smart Install Smart Install Setup HP Smart Install Download Smart Install Click the [Download] button to download and install the HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw drivers and software. Download Settings Smart Install SW Version Unknown Enable HP Smart Install Apply CancelHP Product Improvement Study
After the product is installed, you have the option of participating in HP's voluntary program for communication between your system and HP. This feature, available through software that is included on the printing-system software installation CD, helps HP monitor toner usage.
At the time of the invitation, about two weeks after installation, full disclosure of the information to be communicated is provided. Participation is entirely voluntary, and the impact on processing and connection speeds is negligible. Personal information is never sent to HP unless permission is given.
Figure 2-53 Welcome screen
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Welcome We invite you to join our HP Product Improvement Study to help improve the quality, reliability, and performance of HP printers. If you accept, we'll collect information about your HP printer(and any future installations of the same printer model) to identify usage trends and patterns. If at anytime you wish to stop sharing information with HP select "HP Product Improvement Study" under the HP tab in your start menu. We will not collect your name, address, or any other personal information except serial number. No content or file names from any of your printed pages is collected or stored by HP. There are only a few questions to answer, and you can continue working without interruption. This is completely voluntary. Read more about the HP Product Improvement Study HP Privacy Statement Online Participate Remind me later DeclineTo participate in the study, click the Participate button.
To be reminded later about the opportunity to participate, click the Remind me later button.
To decline to participate, click the Decline button.
If you decline the invitation, the dialog box does not appear again and no data will be gathered.
Online product registration
When the product has been successfully installed and configured, and when an active Internet connection exists, you can select the option to register the product with HP on the final installation screen. The following Product Registration screen is provided for registration information.
Figure 2-54 Online product registration
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Register this Product - HP LaserJet 200 color M251 United States-English » Help | » My Account Product Registration » Contact HP Search: Register your product By taking just a few quick minutes to register, you can enjoy: • Quicker service and more efficient support • Product support alerts *required fields Find the product you want to register Select your country/language: * United States-English I primarily use HP products and services for: * Personal Use Enter the name/number of the product you want to register.* Product name/number: HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Search » e.g. Photosmart A635, LaserJet P2035, or CE461A » How do I find my product name/number? Search Results - select the product that you want to register DoneDetailed Windows installation instructions
The dialog boxes shown here appear in the Windows 7 installation sequence. The order and appearance of dialog boxes can vary among operating systems.
Use the Recommended installation with HP Smart Install or the CD
NOTE: If HP Smart Install does not start automatically, AutoPlay might be disabled on your computer. Browse to the computer and double-click the HP Smart Install CD drive. Double-click the Setup.exe file to run the program to install the product. If you cannot find the HP Smart Install CD drive, use the software CD to install the product.
- Connect the product to the computer using a USB cable. The HP Smart Install program will start, and a licensing agreement dialog will open.
Figure 2-55 HP Smart Install — License agreement screen
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HP Smart Install End User License Agreement PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SOFTWARE PRODUCT: This End-User license Agreement ("EULA") is a contract between (a) you (either an individual or the entity you represent) and (b) ✓ I have reviewed and accept the installation agreements. Exit Next- The Software Selection screen details the software to be installed. To customize the software installed, click the Customize software selections link. When finished, click the Next button.
Figure 2-56 HP Smart Install — Software Selection screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Software Install More Options Software Selection The following software will be installed on this computer: • HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 (Required) • HP Update * • HP Help & Learn Center • HP Printer Status and Alerts • HP Device Toolbox • HP Product Improvement Study • HP Device Experience Customize software selections *Selection of these options may require the software to log interactions and to use an internet connection to transmit data in order to update your software and to provide relevant benefits, all in compliance with HP's Privacy Statement. To read more about these abilities please select the links listed above. HP Privacy Statement Online Information about Internet connection usage Next- Click the I have reviewed and accept the installation agreements check box, and then click the Next button.
Figure 2-57 HP Smart Install — License Agreement screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Software Install More Options Please review the following agreements. You must check the box at the bottom of this screen to accept these agreements. Please click each link to review detailed information. The software End User License Agreement The license agreement explains the legal agreement between HP and users of this software on how this software will be used, the responsibilities of HP and the responsibility of the user. Click on the link above to read the agreement in full. Web Services Enablement To enable HP ePrint, Print Apps (if applicable) and automatic products updates, per the Terms of Use included herein, this installer will transmit system and printer information, as well as initiate the transmission of information from the printer, including serial number, as needed to enable web services and register the product if a network connection is made. Click the link above to review more information, the Terms of Use, and the settings associated with Web Services Enablement. Note: Firewalls and Anti-virus Software may impact the install process. ✓ Send installation report (recommended) Sending the installation report will help HP improve future printer installations. The report will contain anonymous data regarding this installation and will be sent to HP using your internet connection. Information about Internet connection usage ✓ I have reviewed and accept the installation agreements. Back Next- The Preparing to Install screen appears detailing steps you can take to reduce your environmental impact. When the installer is finished, the Next button will display. Click the Next button to continue.
Figure 2-58 HP Smart Install — Preparing to Install screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Install Software Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete HP tips for reducing environmental impact Choose from a wide variety of HP papers with FSC® or PEFC™ certification, which indicates that the paper pulp came from a reputable and well-managed source.¹ Decrease the use of raw materials—all HP LaserJet printers can print on 64 g/m² paper. Conserve resources—look for paper made with recycled content. Recycle your Original HP LaserJet toner cartridges—it's easy and free with the HP Planet Partners program, available in more than 50 countries and territories worldwide.² Save paper by printing on both sides of the page. Conserve energy by choosing ENERGY STAR® qualified HP products. Preparing to Install. This may take several minutes. Please Wait... 100 % Next- Select a connection type option on the Connection Type screen, based on how the product connects to the computer.
NOTE: If you are installing a base unit (which does not have a network connection option), this screen does not appear. Proceed to the next step.
Figure 2-59 Software installation — Connection Type screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Install Software Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete Connection Type How will your product be connected to this computer? Directly connect to this computer using a USB cable (HP Web Services not available) You'll be asked to connect the product on the next screen. Connect through a wired network (HP Web Services capable) Connect through a wireless network (HP Web Services capable) Click "Next" to continue Cancel Next• For USB-connected products, follow these steps:
Connect the product to the computer when prompted at the Connect the Product screen. The installer program opens a progress bar as it automatically starts the software installation.
Figure 2-60 Software installation — Connect the Product screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Product has been detected Waiting for product setup to finish. This may take several minutes... Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete 1 %• For wired network connected products, follow these steps:
a. Select the Connect through a wired network option.
Figure 2-61 Software installation — Connection Type screen for wired network installation
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Install Software Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete Connection Type How will your product be connected to this computer? Directly connect to this computer using a USB cable (HP Web Services not available) You'll be asked to connect the product on the next screen. Connect through a wired network (HP Web Services capable) Please make sure your product is powered on and connected to the wired network before continuing. Automatically find my product on the network Search using an IP Address Search using a Host Name Search using a Hardware Address Connect through a wireless network (HP Web Services capable) Click "Next" to continue Cancel Nextb. If the product's network settings are not known, select the Automatically find my product on the network option.
c. If the product's networking settings are known, enter either the product's host name, IP address, or hardware address.
NOTE: At the product control panel, record the product network IP address.
d. Click the Next button.
e. The Network Product(s) Found screen displays a list of products. Select the product to install and then click the Next button
Figure 2-62 Software installation — Network Product(s) Found screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Network Product(s) Found The following product(s) have been found on the local network. Select one of the following product(s) to connect to by clicking on it in the list and selecting "Next" to continue: Model Name IP Address Hardware Address Hostname HP LaserJet 200 color M251mw 192.168.0.10 XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXX If your product is not on the list, make sure your product is powered on and connected to the network, then click "Search Again." For more information click 'Help.' NOTE: If your product has just been turned on, it may take a few minutes for it to initialize before it can be detected on the network. Help Cancel Back Next• For wireless network connected products, follow these steps:
a. Select the Connect through a wireless network option, and then click the Next button.
Figure 2-63 Software installation — Connection Type screen for wireless connected installation
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Install Software Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete Connection Type How will your product be connected to this computer? Directly connect to this computer using a USB cable (HP Web Services not available) You'll be asked to connect the product on the next screen. Connect through a wired network (HP Web Services capable) Connect through a wireless network (HP Web Services capable) Wireless Network Setup can attempt to retrieve the security key / passphrase for your wireless network to add your product to that network. Note: To connect to your wireless network, the SSID and security key / passphrase must be stored on the product. Allow Wireless Network Setup to retrieve your wireless settings? Yes, retrieve the wireless settings on my computer No, I will enter the wireless settings manually Click "Next" to continue Cancel Nextb. In the Wireless Network(s) Found screen, select the correct network, and then click the Next button.
Figure 2-64 Software installation — Wireless Network(s) Found screen for wireless connected installation
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Wireless Network(s) Found The following network(s) have been detected by the product Select one of the following network(s) to connect the product to: SSID Signal Strength Encryption Supported Network XXXXXXXXXXX 4 WPA PSK Yes XXXXXXXX 4 WEP Yes (XXXXXX) 5 WPA Enterprise No XXX 5 WPA Enterprise No I do not see my wireless network. I will specify it manually. Help Cancel Back NextNOTE: If the correct network does not appear, click the Search Again button, or click the I do not see my wireless network. I will specify it manually. check box and manually enter the network information.
c. In the Wireless Network Setup screen, provide the wireless network security key, and then click the Next button.
Figure 2-65 Software installation — Wireless Network Setup screen for wireless connected installation
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Install Software Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Complete Wireless Network Setup Enter information for the wireless network you want to connect to. Wireless network name (SSID) XXXXXXXXXX Security Type WPA PSK Security Key/Passphrase Display characters Help Cancel Back Next- When the installation completes, the Product Configuration screen appears.
Figure 2-66 Software installation — Product Configuration screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Product Configuration Additional screens will be shown to help you configure important settings for your product. Additional options for this product: ✓ Print a test page ✓ Set as default printer HP Privacy Statement Online Next• Make this product the default printer by selecting the Set as default printer check box.
- Send a test page to the product by selecting the Print a test page check box.
Click Next to proceed to the next screen.
- When the installation completes, the Finish screen appears.
Figure 2-67 Software installation — Finish screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Thank you for choosing HP! Your product has been successfully installed and configured. ✓ Prepare to install ✓ Connect the Product ✓ Install ✓ Configure Product ✓ Complete The following actions will be performed when you click "Finish" *: ✓ Open the HP ePrint Center web site ✓ Register this product with HP Finish * Requires an Internet connection. Selection of these options may require the software to log interactions and to use an Internet connection to transmit data in order to provide relevant benefits and initiate on-line product registration, all in compliance with HP's privacy statement. ▶ HP Privacy Statement Online ▶ Copyright © 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.- Open the HP ePrint Center by checking the Open the HP ePrint Center web site check box.
- Register the product with HP by selecting the Register the product with HP check box.
- Click the Finish button to complete the product installation.
Perform a custom installation with HP Smart Install or the CD
The custom installation allows you to customize the software installed with your product.
The dialog boxes shown here appear in the Windows 7 installation sequence. The order and appearance of dialog boxes can vary among operating systems.
- For a USB installation, do not connect the USB cable between the product and the computer yet. You will be instructed to connect the USB cable during the installation process.
- For a wired network installation, connect the product to the network before starting the installation process. The product will need a few minutes to receive a network address.
- For a wireless network installation, do not connect the USB cable between the product and the computer yet. You will be instructed to connect the USB cable during the installation process.
A series of dialog boxes appears during installation of the product printing-system software in Windows environments.
NOTE: You can return to the previous dialog box by clicking the Back button, or exit the printing-system software installation by clicking the Cancel button.
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Close all programs.
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Insert the printing system software CD into the CD-ROM drive. The software installer detects the language of the operating system, and then displays the main menu of the installation program in the same language.
If the installer program has not started after 30 seconds, complete these steps:
a. On the Start menu, click the Run option.
b. Type the following: X:\SETUP.EXE (where X is the letter of the CD-ROM drive).
c. Click the OK button. The installer program starts.
- A screen appears that allows you to specify whether the product software automatically checks for updates from the HP Web site. Click either the Yes button to check for updates or the No button to continue without checking for updates.
Figure 2-68 Software installation — automatically check for updates
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Would you like to automatically check online for updates on hp.com? Privacy Information Yes No- The Software Selection screen details the software to be installed. To customize the software installed, click the Customize software selections link. When finished, click the Next button.
Figure 2-69 Software installation — Software Selection screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Software Install More Options Software Selection The following software will be installed on this computer: • HP LaserJet 200 color M251 PCL 6 (Required) • HP Update * • HP Help & Learn Center • HP Printer Status and Alerts • HP Device Toolbox • HP Product Improvement Study • HP Device Experience Customize software selections * Selection of these options may require the software to log interactions and to use an internet connection to transmit data in order to update your software and to provide relevant benefits, all in compliance with HP's Privacy Statement. To read more about these abilities please select the links listed above. HP Privacy Statement Online Information about Internet connection usage Next- Read the license agreement, click the I have reviewed and accept the installation agreements check box, and then click the Next button to continue.
Figure 2-70 Software installation — License agreement screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Software Install More Options Please review the following agreements. You must check the box at the bottom of this screen to accept these agreements. Please click each link to review detailed information. The software End User License Agreement The license agreement explains the legal agreement between HP and users of this software on how this software will be used, the responsibilities of HP and the responsibility of the user. Click on the link above to read the agreement in full. Web Services Enablement To enable HP ePrint, Print Apps (if applicable) and automatic products updates, per the Terms of Use included herein, this installer will transmit system and printer information, as well as initiate the transmission of information from the printer, including serial number, as needed to enable web services and register the product if a network connection is made. Click the link above to review more information, the Terms of Use, and the settings associated with Web Services Enablement. Note: Firewalls and Anti-virus Software may impact the install process. ✓ Send installation report (recommended) Sending the installation report will help HP improve future printer installations. The report will contain anonymous data regarding this installation and will be sent to HP using your internet connection. Information about Internet connection usage ✓ I have reviewed and accept the installation agreements. Back Next- The Preparing to Install screen appears. It may take several minutes. When the installer is finished, the Next button will display. Click the Next button to continue.
Figure 2-71 Software installation — Preparing to Install screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Install Software Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete HP tips for reducing environmental impact Choose from a wide variety of HP papers with FSC® or PEFC™ certification, which indicates that the paper pulp came from a reputable and well-managed source.¹ Decrease the use of raw materials—all HP LaserJet printers can print on 64 g/m² paper. Conserve resources—look for paper made with recycled content. Recycle your Original HP LaserJet toner cartridges—it's easy and free with the HP Planet Partners program, available in more than 50 countries and territories worldwide.² Save paper by printing on both sides of the page. Conserve energy by choosing ENERGY STAR® qualified HP products. Preparing to Install. This may take several minutes. Please Wait... 100 % Next- Select a connection type option on the Connection Type screen, based on how the product connects to the computer.
NOTE: If you are installing a base unit (which does not have a network connection option), this screen does not appear. Proceed to the next step.
Figure 2-72 Software installation — Connection Type screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Install Software Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete Connection Type How will your product be connected to this computer? Directly connect to this computer using a USB cable (HP Web Services not available) You'll be asked to connect the product on the next screen. Connect through a wired network (HP Web Services capable) Connect through a wireless network (HP Web Services capable) Click "Next" to continue Cancel Next• For USB-connected products, follow these steps:
Connect the product to the computer when prompted at the Connect the Product screen. The installer program opens a progress bar as it automatically starts the software installation.
Figure 2-73 Software installation — Connect the Product screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Connect your Product now 1. Make sure the product is turned on and ready. 2. Connect the USB cable now. Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete Back Next- For wired network connected products, follow these steps:
a. Select the Connect through a wired network option.
Figure 2-74 Software installation — Connection Type screen for network connected installation
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Install Software Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete Connection Type How will your product be connected to this computer? Directly connect to this computer using a USB cable (HP Web Services not available) You'll be asked to connect the product on the next screen. Connect through a wired network (HP Web Services capable) Please make sure your product is powered on and connected to the wired network before continuing. Automatically find my product on the network Search using an IP Address Search using a Host Name Search using a Hardware Address Connect through a wireless network (HP Web Services capable) Click "Next" to continue Cancel Nextb. If the product's network settings are not known, select the Automatically find my product on the network option.
c. If the product's networking settings are known, enter either the product's host name, IP address, or hardware address.
NOTE: At the product control panel, record the product network IP address.
d. Click the Next button.
e. A list of products is displayed on the Network Product(s) Found screen. Select the product to install and then click the Next button.
Figure 2-75 Software installation — Network Product(s) Found screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Network Product(s) Found The following product(s) have been found on the local network. Select one of the following product(s) to connect to by clicking on it in the list and selecting "Next" to continue: Model Name IP Address Hardware Address Hostname HP LaserJet 200 color M251mw 192.168.0.10 X000000000XX X0000000X If your product is not on the list, make sure your product is powered on and connected to the network, then click 'Search Again.' For more information click 'Help.' NOTE: If your product has just been turned on, it may take a few minutes for it to initialize before it can be detected on the network. Help Cancel Back Next- For wireless network connected products, follow these steps:
a. Select the Connect through a wireless network option, and then click the Next button.
Figure 2-76 Software installation — Connection Type screen for wireless connected installation
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Install Software Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete Connection Type How will your product be connected to this computer? Directly connect to this computer using a USB cable (HP Web Services not available) You'll be asked to connect the product on the next screen. Connect through a wired network (HP Web Services capable) Connect through a wireless network (HP Web Services capable) Wireless Network Setup can attempt to retrieve the security key / passphrase for your wireless network to add your product to that network. Note: To connect to your wireless network, the SSID and security key / passphrase must be stored on the product. Allow Wireless Network Setup to retrieve your wireless settings? Yes, retrieve the wireless settings on my computer No, I will enter the wireless settings manually Click "Next" to continue Cancel Nextb. The installer program prompts you to connect the USB cable, momentarily, between the computer and the product. Connect the cable and the installer program continues automatically.
Figure 2-77 Software installation — Connect USB screen for wireless connected installation
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Product has been detected Waiting for product setup to finish. This may take several minutes... Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete 1 %c. In the Wireless Network(s) Found screen, select the correct network, and then click the Next button.
Figure 2-78 Software installation — Wireless Network(s) Found screen for wireless connected installation
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Wireless Network(s) Found The following network(s) have been detected by the product Select one of the following network(s) to connect the product to: SSID Signal Strength Encryption Supported Network XXXXXXXXXXX 4 WPA PSK Yes XXXXXXXX 4 WEP Yes (XXXXXX) 5 WPA Enterprise No XXX 5 WPA Enterprise No I do not see my wireless network. I will specify it manually. Help Cancel Back NextNOTE: If the correct network does not appear, click the Search Again button, or click the I do not see my wireless network. I will specify it manually. check box and manually enter the network information.
d. In the Wireless Network Setup screen, provide the wireless network security key, and then click the Next button.
Figure 2-79 Software installation — Wireless Network Setup screen for wireless connected installation
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Install Software Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Complete Wireless Network Setup Enter information for the wireless network you want to connect to. Wireless network name (SSID) XXXXXXXXXX Security Type WPA PSK Security Key/Passphrase Display characters Help Cancel Back Next- When the installation completes, the Product Configuration screen appears.
Figure 2-80 Software installation — Product Configuration screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Product Configuration Additional screens will be shown to help you configure important settings for your product. Additional options for this product: ✓ Print a test page ✓ Set as default printer HP Privacy Statement Online Next• Make this product the default printer by selecting the Set as default printer check box.
- Send a test page to the product by selecting the Print a test page check box.
- Click the Next button to proceed to the Enable HP Web Services screen.
Figure 2-81 Software installation — HP Web Services Enabled screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 HP Web Services Enabled Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete HP Web Services is now enabled on your printer. Once HP Web Services have been initiated on your printer, a sheet will print out with more details. Follow the instructions on the sheet to activate your account at the HP ePrintCenter. After activating your account, you can use the HP ePrintCenter to manage your account, create an allowed senders list and learn about other exciting apps for you printer. NextClick the Next button to proceed to the next screen.
- Click the Finish button to complete the product installation.
Figure 2-82 Software installation — Finish screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Thank you for choosing HP! Your product has been successfully installed and configured. Prepare to install Connect the Product Install Configure Product Complete The following actions will be performed when you click "Finish" *: ✓ Open the HP ePrint Center web site ✓ Register this product with HP Finish • Requires an Internet connection. Selection of these options may require the software to log interactions and to use an Internet connection to transmit data in order to provide relevant benefits and initiate on-line product registration, all in compliance with HP's privacy statement. • HP Privacy Statement Online • Copyright © 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.- Open the HP ePrint Center by checking the Open the HP ePrint Center web site check box.
- Register the product with HP by selecting the Register the product with HP check box.
Remove Windows software
NOTE: If the print driver was installed by using the HP Driver Installation Utility, follow the instructions in the Remove the print driver by using Windows Add or Remove Programs feature section. If the driver was installed using the Add Printer Wizard, follow the instructions in the Uninstall the print driver by using the Server Properties feature section.
Use the HP Uninstall utility to remove the product software
The installed software includes a utility to remove the product software.
- Click the Windows Start button, click the Programs or All Programs item, and then click the HP item.
- Click the product name and then click the Uninstall Product Software item. The HP Uninstaller utility opens.
Figure 2-83 HP Uninstaller utility — Uninstall button
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Uninstall HP LaserJet 200 color M251 This will uninstall software and drivers for this product from your system. Please disconnect your product from your PC if it is connected with a USB cable. Uninstall Cancel- Click the Uninstall button to begin the removal process. When the process is complete, either click the Reboot Now button, or clear the check box and click the Reboot Later button.
Figure 2-84 HP Uninstaller utility — Reboot Now button
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Uninstall HP LaserJet 200 color MFP M275 Uninstall Complete Reboot now to remove any files that were in use. Please close any applications and save your work before continuing. Reboot NowFigure 2-85 HP Uninstaller utility — Reboot Later button
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Uninstall HP LaserJet 200 color MFP M275 Uninstall Complete Reboot now to remove any files that were in use. Please close any applications and save your work before continuing. Reboot LaterUse the software CD to remove the product software
The installer program on the software CD includes a utility to remove the product software
- Insert the printing system software CD into the CD-ROM drive. The software installer detects the language of the operating system, and then displays the main menu of the installation program in the same language.
If the installer program has not started after 30 seconds, complete these steps:
a. On the Start menu, click the Run option.
b. Type the following: X:\SETUP.EXE (where X is the letter of the CD-ROM drive).
c. Click the OK button. The installer program starts and opens the Welcome Back screen.
Figure 2-86 Software installation — Welcome Back screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Welcome Back Select from the options below Uninstall Proceed with uninstall of this product Connect another HP Device Quickly Install another HP device using software already loaded on this computer. More Options Cancel Next- Click the Uninstall option, and then click the Next button.
Figure 2-87 Software installation — Uninstall option selected
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Welcome Back Select from the options below Uninstall Proceed with uninstall of this product Connect another HP Device Quickly Install another HP device using software already loaded on this computer. More Options Cancel Next- Click the Uninstall button, and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.
Figure 2-88 Software uninstall — Uninstall button
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Uninstall HP LaserJet 200 color M251 This will uninstall software and drivers for this product from your system. Please disconnect your product from your PC if it is connected with a USB cable. Uninstall Cancel- When the process is complete, either click the Reboot Now button, or clear the check box and click the Reboot Later button.
Figure 2-89 Software uninstall — Reboot Now button
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Uninstall HP LaserJet 200 color MFP M275 Uninstall Complete Reboot now to remove any files that were in use. Please close any applications and save your work before continuing. Reboot NowFigure 2-90 Software uninstall — Reboot Later button
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Uninstall HP LaserJet 200 color MFP M275 Uninstall Complete Reboot now to remove any files that were in use. Please close any applications and save your work before continuing. Reboot LaterRemove the print driver by using the Windows Add or Remove Programs feature
If the print driver was installed by the HP Driver Installation Utility (HP DIU), perform the following to uninstall the driver:
NOTE: You do not need the printing-system software CD to use this uninstall method.
NOTE: To uninstall the software, you must log on with administrator privileges.
- Close all programs.
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Complete one of the following steps.
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Windows® XP and Windows® Server 2003: On the Start menu, click the Control Panel item, and then double-click the Add/Remove programs item.
- Windows Vista® and Windows® 7: On the Start menu, click the Control Panel item, and then under the Programs menu click the Uninstall a program item.
Figure 2-91 Windows® Control Panel screen
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File Edit View Tools Help Adjust your computer's settings View by: Category System and Security Review your computer's status Back up your computer Find and fix problems Network and Internet View network status and tasks Choose homegroup and sharing options Hardware and Sound View devices and printers Add a device Connect to a projector Adjust commonly used mobility settings Programs Uninstall a program Get programs User Accounts Change account type Appearance and Personalization Change the theme Change desktop background Adjust screen resolution Clock, Language, and Region Change keyboards or other input methods Ease of Access Let Windows suggest settings Optimize visual display-
Click Change or Remove Programs, select the product you want to remove, and then click Change/Remove.
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The HP Driver Uninstall Utility launches. Click the Uninstall button to start the uninstall process. Click Cancel to exit the HP Uninstall Utility.
Figure 2-92 HP Driver Uninstall Utility screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Uninstall HP LaserJet 200 color M251 This will uninstall software and drivers for this product from your system. Please disconnect your product from your PC if it is connected with a USB cable. Uninstall Cancel- When the removal is complete, you will be prompted to reboot the computer. Clear the check box to reboot at a later time.
Figure 2-93 HP Driver Uninstall Complete screen
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HP LaserJet 200 color M251 Uninstall HP LaserJet 200 color MFP M275 Uninstall Complete Reboot now to remove any files that ware in use. Please close any applications and save your work before continuing. Reboot NowUninstall the print driver by using the Server Properties feature
If the print driver was installed by the Add Printer Wizard, perform the following to uninstall the driver:
NOTE: To uninstall the software, you must log on with administrator privileges.
- Close all programs.
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Depending on your operating system, click the Start button and then do one of the following to find the list of installed printers:
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Click Devices and Printers or Printers and Faxes
- Click Control Panel and then click Printers, or first click Hardware and Sound, and then click Printers
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Click Settings, and then click Printers or Printers and Faxes
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Right-click the icon for your product and then click the Delete button. This removes the icon for the product only, but it does not remove the associated files.
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To remove the associated files, do one of the following steps:
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Windows® XP and Windows® Server: Click the File menu from inside the Printers or Printers and Faxes dialog, and then click the Server Properties menu item.
- Windows Vista®: Right-click the list pane, and then click the Server Properties menu item.
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Window®s 7: Click another item in the Printers and Faxes group, and then at the top of the list click the Printer server properties button.
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Click the Drivers tab, click the name of the product, and then click the Remove button. When you are prompted to confirm the deletion, click the Yes button.
- Click the OK button to close the Print Server Properties dialog, and then close the Printers or Printers and Faxes dialog.
3 Mac software and utilities
• Software installation methods
• Install the Mac printing-system software
- Remove the printing-system software from Mac operating systems
Software installation methods
CD installation
Supported operating systems for Mac
The product supports the following Mac operating systems:
• Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, and 10.7
NOTE: For Mac OS X 10.5 and later, PPC and Intel® Core™ Processor Macs are supported. For Mac OS X 10.6 and 10.7, Intel Core Processor Macs are supported.
Supported languages
Languages supported by the product are:
Chinese : Traditional
Chinese : Simplified
Danish
Dutch
- English
Finish
French
German
Italian
• Japanese
Korean
Norwegian
Portuguese
• Russian
• Spanish-Mid-Atlantic
Swedish
HP LaserJet software components and utilities for Mac
The printing-system software for Mac is composed of an HP-created postscript (PS) printer definition file (PPD) and a Printer Dialog Extension (PDE) file that work together with the Mac OS printing system. These files are used by the Mac OS printing system to determine default print driver settings and to
allow the user to select between the various print options and settings. An HP-supplied Mac printer configuration utility is provided, which allows the user to access the HP Embedded Web Server (HP EWS) for additional configuration and product status monitoring. The following are provided on the printing-system CD:
• The HP LaserJet Installer for Mac
The following components are installed by the HP LaserJet Installer for Mac:
PPD
PDE
HP USB EWS Gateway
HP Utility
PPD
A postscript printer description (PPD) file is a text file that contains keywords and other information to specify printer features, options, and settings. PPD files are created by printer vendors for a specific postscript printer or printer family. PPD files are created by printer vendors to describe the set of printer features available for their postscript printers. On the Mac, PPD files provide all the information necessary to describe a postscript printer's features, including options and default settings. They also contain the postscript code used to invoke those features.
PDE
A Print Dialog extension file can specify one or more PDEs to load in the Print dialog box to provide HP printer specific features. A printing dialog extension (PDE) is a way to extend the Print dialog box in Mac OS X with custom printer features.
A PPD file and printing dialog extension (PDE) for a printer are bound to a printer queue when the queue is created.
HP USB EWS Gateway
For network-connected printers, the EWS can be accessed directly by typing the network IP address or DNS name of the product into the Web browser. HP USB EWS Gateway software, which is automatically installed, allows a Web browser to access the product's EWS if the product is connected using a USB cable. Click the Utility button when using a USB connection to access the EWS though the Web browser.
HP Utility for Mac
The HP Utility is a software program that gives you access to the product in Mac OS X.
The HP Utility does not work when it is installed by using the AppleTalk protocol. Use IP, Bonjour, or Rendezvous to enable the HP Utility.
Click the HP Support button to go to the HP Online Support Web site for more help on any of these topics.
Open the HP Utility
- Perform one of the following steps:
• From the Printer Browser menu, click the Printer Utility button.
• From the Print Queue, click the Utility icon.
- The main HP Utility screen appears. Click the product in the Printers list.
Figure 3-1 HP Utility main screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48810E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP Information And Support Supplies Status Device Information Color Usage File Upload HP ePrintCenter Test Upload Fonts Printer Settings Auto-off Network Settings Supplies Management Trays Configuration Additional Settings Information Message CenterThe following sections describe the screens and features that are available in the HP Utility.
HP Utility toolbar
Figure 3-2 HP Utility toolbar
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling SearchThe HP Utility toolbar includes the following controls.
• Devices: Click this button to show or hide Mac products found by the HP Utility in the Printers pane at the left side of the screen.
All Settings: Click this button to return to HP Utility main page.
Applications: Click this button to manage which HP tools or utilities appear in the Dock.
HP Support: Click this button to open a browser and go to the HP support Web site for the product.
• Supplies: Click this button to open the HP SureSupply Web site.
- Registration: Click this button to open the HP registration Web site.
• Recycling: Click this button to open the HP Planet Partners Recycling Program Web site.
Supplies Status
In the Information And Support section, click Supplies Status to open the Supplies Status screen.
Figure 3-3 Supplies Status screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48810E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP Current Supplies Levels The current supplies levels for the selected printer are shown below. Black Cartridge 100%* Magenta Cartridge 100%* Cyan Cartridge 100%* Yellow Cartridge 100%* * Approximate only; varies depending on types of documents printed and other factors Detailed Supplies Information Store supplies usage information in cartridge memoryClick the Detailed Supplies Information button to open the Supplies Status details screen.
Use the scroll button to see information about the toner cartridges.
On the Supplies Status screen, click the Media button to see the status of the trays.
You can also order supplies by clicking the Supplies link in the toolbar on the HP Utility main screen.
Device Information
In the Information And Support section, click the Device Information icon to find the product Service ID (if assigned), the firmware version (FW Version), and the Serial Number.
Figure 3-4 Device Information screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP Device Information Model: HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw Service ID: 21360 FW Version: 2011-11-23 Serial Number: XXXXXXXXXX Driver Version: HP PostScript Driver 18.4 Product Number: CF147A IP Address: 192.168.0.10 View information about the currently selected printer by clicking the View Configuration Page button below. View Configuration PageThe product configuration page shows other settings; click the View Configuration Page button.
Color Usage
In the Information And Support section of the HP Utility, click the Color Usage icon to open a screen and print a color-usage log.
Figure 3-5 Color Usage screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP Print Color Usage Log You may print the Color Usage Log to see the statistic information about the users and applications that have printed to this device. Print Color Usage LogThe color usage log provides the following information.
Date and time
• Total number of jobs
• Mono (monochrome, or black-and-white) sides
- Color sides
Paper sheets
File Upload
In the Information And Support section, click the File Upload icon to open the File Upload screen.
Figure 3-6 File Upload screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP File Upload Select a file and transfer it to your printer. The result of this operation depends on the content of the file you transfer. File Name:The File Upload command is supported for file types that can be sent directly to the product without first being opened through a software program. Some files can be uploaded to the product, but some cannot.
Documents in the following file formats can be printed by using a command line. That is, they do not need to be opened in a software program that supports the file format (such as the Adobe Acrobat or Acrobat Reader programs for .PDF files), but can be sent directly to the product by using the File Upload command.
HP LaserJet printer command language (.PRN)
• Portable document format (.PDF)
- Postscript (.PS)
Text (.TXT)
On the File Upload screen, click the Choose button to open a navigation screen. Locate the file you want to upload and click the Open button.
On the File Upload screen, click the Display response from the device option to verify that the upload was successful. If the file loads successfully, no message appears.
On the navigation screen, select the file and click the Open button. The file name appears in the File Upload screen. Click the Upload button.
HP ePrintCenter
In the Information And Support section, click the HP ePrintCenter icon to gain access to HP ePrintCenter.
Figure 3-7 HP ePrintCenter screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48810E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP HP ePrintCenter Online access to your printer and more from anywhere. GoTest
In the Information And Support section, click the Test icon to send a test page to the product.
Figure 3-8 Test screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP Test Page If you experience any problems with printing your documents on this printer you can try printing a test page to identify the source of the problem. This page will be sent directly to the printer, bypassing the driver and any other system processing. If the test page is printed OK, then there may be some problems in your computer's printing system. You can try reinstalling the driver to fix the problem. If the test page does not print or prints poorly, then your printer is malfunctioning. Print Test PageUpload Fonts
In the Information And Support section, click the Upload Fonts icon to gain access to fonts that you can upload to the product.
Figure 3-9 Upload Fonts screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP Upload Fonts Select a file containing printer fonts and transfer that file to your printer. The fonts you transfer will then be available for use in print jobs. Fonts in printer's: Update needed Update Fonts List Remove Add...The drop-down menu in the Upload Fonts pane has the following options:
• Memory. Fonts that are available in the product memory are listed.
- Disk. Select this option to show any fonts that are installed on the product hard disk or flash disk. By default, no fonts are stored on either of these disks. To upload fonts, select the font name, and then click the Add button.
Auto-off
In the Printer Settings section, click the Auto-off icon to configure the product to automatically turn off.
Figure 3-10 Auto—off screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP Auto-off Auto-off will automatically turn off the printer after a predefined period of inactivity. If you are using the Auto-off feature, the printer will not be able to print any documents (including documents sent using ePrint) or process any other jobs (such as faxes or scheduled deliveries, if your printer supports these options) after the printer has turned off. These jobs can only be printed after the printer has been turned on again. Auto-off: After 30 MinutesNetwork Settings
In the Printer Settings section, click the Network Settings icon to open the IPv4 Settings screen.
Figure 3-11 IPv4 Settings screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP IPv4 IPv6 Bonjour Settings Other Settings Enable IPv4 in Printer Configuration: DHCP Host Name: NPI48B10E IP Address: 192.168.0.10 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: 192.168.0.1 Apply NowThis screen provides access to IPv4, IPv6, Bonjour Settings, and Other Settings.
Click the Configuration drop-down menu, to modify the following settings:
DHCP
BootP
Manual
You can also use this screen to modify the following settings:
Host Name
IP Address
- Subnet Mask
Default Gateway
To save new settings, click the Apply Now button.
To view and change other network settings, click the Other Settings button.
If a user name and password have been set, you might need to obtain them from an IT administrator. For more information, see the HP EWS online help.
The HP EWS opens to the Network Settings screen.
To view and change the Bonjour network settings, click the Bonjour Settings button.
Figure 3-12 Bonjour Settings screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP IPv4 IPv6 Bonjour Settings Other Settings Enable Bonjour Bonjour Service Name: HP LaserJet 200 color M25 The Highest Priority Service: IPP Access your device at URL: http://NPI48B10E.local. Apply NowBonjour is enabled by default. To disable Bonjour, click to clear the Enable Bonjour check box, and then click the Apply Now button.
Supplies Management
In the Printer Settings section, click the Supplies Management icon to configure the user defined threshold for supplies.
Figure 3-13 Supplies Management screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP Supplies Management User Defined Low Threshold Black Cartridge 7 Cyan Cartridge 6 Magenta Cartridge 6 Yellow Cartridge 6 Apply NowTrays Configuration
Use the Trays Configuration screen to change paper size and type for each of the trays installed on the product.
Figure 3-14 Trays Configuration screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP Trays Configuration You can configure the default media type and size for each tray. Trays Tray 1 Default Media Type: Any Default Media Size: Any- In the Printer Settings section, click the Trays Configuration icon.
- To change the paper type, select a tray and then select a different paper type in the Default Media Type drop-down menu.
- To change the paper size, select a tray and then select a different paper size in the Default Media Size drop-down menu.
- Click the Apply Now button to save the settings.
Additional Settings
In the Printer Settings section, click the Additional Settings icon to open the HP EWS.
Figure 3-15 Additional Settings screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP Web Server The selected printer may be configured using an embedded web server. View printer information and configuration options by clicking the button below. Open Embedded Web ServerTo open the HP EWS, click the Open Embedded Web Server button.
For information about HP EWS settings, consult the HP EWS online help.
Message Center
In the Information section, click the Message Center icon to open the Message Center screen. The screen shows any error events that have occurred with the product.
Figure 3-16 Message Center screen
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HP Utility - HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48810E) Devices All Settings Applications HP Support Supplies Registration Recycling Search Device Status: Idle Supplies: Genuine HP All Unread (2) Unresolved (0) Event Status Severity Events Date Printer door open 23-Aug-2010 12:20:29 PM Device door open 15-Aug-2011 2:49:17 PM Device door open 15-Aug-2011 2:50:37 PM No Event SelectedSupported print drivers for Mac
The HP installer provides Postscript Printer Description (PPD) files, Printer Dialog Extensions (PDEs), and the HP Printer Utility for use with Mac computers.
The PPDs, in combination with the Apple postscript print drivers, provide access to device features. Use the Apple postscript print driver that comes with the computer.
Priority for print settings for Mac
Changes to print settings are prioritized depending on where the changes are made:
NOTE: The names of commands and dialog boxes might vary depending on your software program.
Page Setup dialog box: Click Page Setup or a similar command on the File menu of the program you are working in to open this dialog box. Settings changed here might override settings changed anywhere else.
- Print dialog box: Click Print, Print Setup, or a similar command on the File menu of the program you are working in to open this dialog box. Settings changed in the Print dialog box have a lower priority and do not override changes made in the Page Setup dialog box.
- Default print driver settings: The default print driver settings determine the settings used in all print jobs, unless settings are changed in the Page Setup, Print, or Printer Properties dialog boxes.
- Product control-panel settings: Settings changed at the product control panel have a lower priority than changes made anywhere else.
Install the Mac printing-system software
On a Mac computer, the printing-system software installation procedures are the same for a network administrator, a network client, or a single user. Install the printing-system software on any computer that has access rights to the product. The computer user must also have administrative rights on the computer to install the printing-system software.
• General installation for Mac operating systems
• Detailed Mac installation
- Setup instructions
General installation for Mac operating systems
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If you are connecting the product to a network, connect the network cable to the network port. If you are connecting the product to a computer by using the USB cable, connect the USB cable.
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Insert the Mac printing-system software CD into the CD-ROM drive.
NOTE: If the HP LaserJet installer browser screen does not open automatically when the CD is inserted into the CD-ROM drive, double-click the product CD image on the desktop to open the installer browser screen.
- In the HP LaserJet installer browser screen, double-click the product .dmg icon, then double-click the .pkg icon. This begins the printing-system installation.
NOTE: In the HP LaserJet installer browser screen, double-click the Documentation icon to gain access to the manuals. Select a language folder and locate the available guides which are in .PDF format. The user guide is a .PDF file that is named CF040_use_xxww.pdf, where "xx" is a language abbreviation
- The Introduction screen appears. Click Continue and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the printing-system software installation.
NOTE: When the printing-system software is installing, be patient. The installer must perform an initial search of the computer, which can take up to 1 minute. During this time, the installer might appear to be stalled.
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When the printing-system software installation is complete, click OK.
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Continue with the steps for setting up a product.
Detailed Mac installation
NOTE: These instructions pertain to USB, network, and wireless connections.
- Close all programs.
- Connect the USB cable between the product and the computer or the network cable to the product, and make sure that the product is turned on.
- Insert the printing system software CD into the Mac CD-ROM drive.
NOTE: If the installer screen does not open automatically when the CD is inserted into the CD-ROM drive, double-click the product CD image on the desktop to open the installer browser screen, and then double-click the installer icon.
- The Overview screen is the first screen to open. Click the Continue button to proceed.
Figure 3-17 Mac installation — Overview screen
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HP Installer Introduction Overview License HP ePrint Offer Select Device Installation Type Install Setup Summary Welcome to the HP Installer! Thank you for choosing HP. This program lets you install and set up your HP device so you can start using it right away. You begin by selecting your device and then installing the necessary software. Next, you will use the Setup Assistant to properly configure your device. HP strongly recommends completing the Setup Assistant to ensure your device works correctly. Some steps include a "More Info..." button you can click to get help and details. Go Back Continue- In the License screen, select the correct language in the drop-down box, read the license agreement, and then click the Continue button.
Figure 3-18 Mac installation — License screen
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HP Installer Introduction Overview License HP ePrint Offer Select Device Installation Type Install Setup Summary Software License Agreement English End User License Agreement PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SOFTWARE PRODUCT: This End-User License Agreement "EULA") is a contract between (a) you (either an individual or the entity you represent) and (b) Hewlett-Packard Company ("HP") that governs your use of the software product ("Software"). This EULA does not apply if there is a separate license agreement between you and HP or its suppliers for the Software, including a license agreement in online documentation. The term "Software" may include (i) associated media, (ii) a user guide and other printed materials, and (iii) "online" or electronic documentation (collectively "User Documentation"). RIGHTS IN THE SOFTWARE ARE OFFERED ONLY ON THE CONDITION THAT YOU AGREE TO ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS EULA. BY INSTALLING, COPYING, DOWNLOADING, OR OTHERWISE USING THE SOFTWARE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS EULA. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THIS EULA, DO NOT INSTALL, DOWNLOAD, OR OTHERWISE USE THE SOFTWARE. IF YOU PURCHASED THE SOFTWARE BUT DO NOT AGREE TO THIS EULA, PLEASE RETURN THE SOFTWARE TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE WITHIN FOURTEEN DAYS FOR A REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE; IF THE SOFTWARE IS INSTALLED ON OR MADE AVAILABLE WITH ANOTHER HP PRODUCT, YOU MAY RETURN THE ENTIRE UNUSED PRODUCT. 1. THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE. The Software may include, in addition to HP proprietary software ("HP Software"), software under licenses from third parties ("Third Party Software" and "Third Party License"). Any Third Party Software is licensed to you subject to the terms and conditions of the corresponding Third Party License. Generally, the Third Party License is located in a file such as license.txt or read.me file; you should contact HP support if you cannot find any Third Party License. If the Third Party Licenses include licenses that provide for the availability of source code (such as the GNU General Public License) and the corresponding source code is not included with the Software, then check the product support pages of HP's website (hp.com) to learn how to obtain such source code." Save... Go Back Continue- In the pop-up that opens, click the Agree button to confirm that you accept the license agreement.
Figure 3-19 Mac installation — License pop-up
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To continue installation, you must agree to the terms of the software license agreement. Click Agree to continue or Disagree to cancel the installation. Read License Disagree Agree- In the HP ePrint Offer screen, click the check box to install ePrint software, or clear it to decline the software. Click the Continue button.
Figure 3-20 Mac installation — HP ePrint Offer screen
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HP Installer Introduction HP ePrint Offer Select Device Installation Type Install Setup Summary HP ePrint Offer Your device may be compatible with HP ePrint. HP ePrint lets you print from anywhere with your mobile phone, laptop or other device. □ Install and set up HP ePrint on my device Important: Your device must have a network connection to the Internet in order to use HP ePrint. Make sure you set up your device for a wired or wireless network connection. More Info... Go Back Continue- In the Select Device screen, select the product to be installed, and then click the Continue button.
Figure 3-21 Mac installation — Select Device screen
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HP Installer Introduction HP ePrint Offer Select Device Installation Type Install Setup Summary Select the Device to Install Please connect your device now Wireless connections If your device supports wireless networking then you may be able to connect by selecting a device whose Connection type is "HP Auto Wireless Connect". If no such device is shown you can connect a USB cable (temporarily) so the application can configure the device for your wireless network. The following devices are connected and available for installation and setup: Device Name Connection HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw (48B10E) Bonjour Enter Device Name Search for the device My device is not listed... Go Back ContinueIf the product does not appear, make sure that the USB connection is correct, click the My device is not listed button, click the Continue button, select the product software to be installed, and then click the Continue button.
- In the Installation Options screen, select which components to install and then click the Install button to perform the software installation.
Figure 3-22 Mac installation — Installation Options screen
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HP Installer Introduction HP ePrint Offer Select Device Installation Type Install Setup Summary Installation Options Select the HP Software you would like to install: ✓ Minimum Software ✓ HP Recommended Software ✓ Additional Software ✓ Links for HP Wireless Print Center Space Required: 249.45 MB Space Remaining: 197.31 GB Installs additional software that extends the capabilities of your HP product. Go Back Install- In the Password popup that opens, enter the user name and password, and then click the OK button.
Figure 3-23 Mac installation — Password popup
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Type your password to allow HP Installer to make changes. Name:- The installer program shows a progress bar as the installation process starts. This process can take several minutes.
Figure 3-24 Mac installation — Progress bar
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HP Installer Introduction HP ePrint Offer Select Device Installation Type Install Setup Summary Installing the HP software Installing : HP Printer Utility Writing files... 7 items remaining Go Back Continue- In the Setup Assistant screen, you can click the More Info button or click the check box to learn more about optional software. There is also an HP Online Privacy Statement link. To proceed, click the Continue button.
Figure 3-25 Mac installation — Setup Assistant screen
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HP Installer Introduction HP ePrint Offer Select Device Installation Type Install Setup Summary Setup Assistant The software is successfully installed. You are now ready to set up your device and software. Click Continue to configure your device now, or click Skip Setup to configure your device and software at another time. Some features will not work properly until configured. When available, click the More Info... button to get help and details. There may be additional software available online you can choose to install. Look online for additional software HP Online Privacy Statement More Info... Skip Setup Continue- If installing a USB only connection, in the Wireless Setup screen, make sure that the Configure your device for a wireless network check box is clear, and then click the Continue button. In the popup that opens, click the Continue button.
Figure 3-26 Mac installation — Wireless Setup screen
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HP Installer Introduction HP ePrint Offer Select Device Installation Type Install Setup Wireless Setup Printer Queue Web Registration Summary Wireless Network Configuration The selected device is compatible with wireless networks. If you want to configure the device to connect to a wireless network check the box below before continuing. Configure your device for a wireless network IMPORTANT: Many wireless-capable HP devices must be set up using a USB connection. Check your device documentation and, if necessary, connect your device to this computer with a USB cable. Go Back Continue- To install HP ePrint, in the Device Update screen, click the Install updates currently available for my device, and click Continue. To cancel the HP ePrint installation, click the Do not update my device option, and click Continue.
Figure 3-27 Mac installation — Download and install HP ePrint screen
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HP Installer Introduction HP ePrint Offer Select Device Installation Type Install Setup Printer Queue Device Update HP Web Services HP Direct Print Web Registration Summary Download and Install HP ePrint Introduction To activate Web Services your device must be up to date. Device updates can be downloaded and installed automatically. ○ Install updates currently available for my device. ● Do not update my device (cancel Web Services activation) HP Privacy Statement Go Back Continue- The installer program automatically performs the Printer Queue setup and then opens the Web Registration screen. Click the Register button, or click the Register later check box, and then click Continue.
Figure 3-28 Mac installation — Web Registration screen
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HP Installer Introduction HP ePrint Offer Select Device Installation Type Install Setup Printer Queue Device Update HP Web Services HP Direct Print Web Registration Summary Register Your HP Device Online Now that you have set up your HP device, please take a moment to register with HP online. Registering will help to provide you with faster service, more efficient support and product support alerts. NOTE: In order to register online, a working Internet connection is required. Please make sure you can connect to the Internet before registering. Information about your system will be sent to HP. For details, click the More Info... button. * HP device: HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw * Serial number: xxxxxxxxxxxx Register later Fields with an asterisk (*) are required. HP Online Privacy Statement More Info... Go Back Register- If you clicked the Register button, the installation program opens the HP registration program. Provide the necessary information.
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If you clicked the Register later check box and then clicked the Continue button, a popup appears for confirmation that you want to register at a later time. Click the Continue button.
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When the installation completes, the Summary screen appears. Click the OK button to close the installer program.
Figure 3-29 Mac installation — Summary screen
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HP Installer Introduction HP ePrint Offer Select Device Installation Type Install Setup Summary Congratulations! Congratulations! You have successfully installed your HP LaserJet 200 color M251nw device. Add HP Ink Widget to Dashboard Go Back OKSetup instructions
If you clicked the Skip Setup button during the initial installation process, you must set up the product manually.
This section contains information about the following topics:
• Set up a printer with a Mac
• Troubleshoot the product setup
Set up a printer with a Mac
Complete these steps after completing the printing-system software installation.
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If you are installing the product using a USB connection, verify the USB cable is connected between the product and the computer. Turn on the product. If you are installing using a network connection, verify that the network cable is connected to the product and that the product is on.
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In the Applications folder (in the Finder utility), open the System Preferences folder, and then open Printer & Fax (Printer & Scan in OS X 10.7).
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If you are installing the product using a USB connection, verify that the product appears in the printer list. The Name column in the printer list should display the product name. If this is the case, the USB setup is complete.
If the product does not appear, or if the correct information does not appear in the field, see Troubleshoot the product setup.
If you are installing the product using a network connection, continue with the following steps. -
Click the add + icon beneath the Printer List to open the Printer Browser screen.
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Select your product model from the list of printers with Bonjour as the Kind. Click the Add button.
Troubleshoot the product setup
If the product does not appear in the printer list after an installation:
Complete each one of these solutions in the order given, and restart the setup process after each one to see if the issue has been resolved.
- Verify that the USB or network cable is connected between the product and the computer and that the product is powered on.
- Try disconnecting and reconnecting the cable. If the computer has more than one USB port, try a different USB port.
• Turn the product off and then back on.
• Turn the computer off and then back on.
• If you are using a USB hub on the computer, disconnect any other USB devices from the hub.
• Try forcing the product into USB Full Speed mode by using the control panel.
If the wrong PPD appears in the Kind column in the printer list after installation:
- Unplug the USB cable.
- Delete the print queue with the incorrect type (for example, Generic PostScript Printer).
- Reinstall the printing-system software.
- Turn the computer off and then on.
- Reconnect the USB cable from the computer to the product.
If these steps do not resolve the problem, delete the incorrect print queue, click Add, choose the product from the list, and then browse manually for the product PPD.
Remove the printing-system software from Mac operating systems
- Open the Finder program.
- Go to the Applications group, and then open the Hewlett-Packard item.
- Double-click the HP Uninstaller item.
- In the Introduction screen, click the Continue button.
Figure 3-30 Mac software removal — Introduction screen
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HP Uninstaller Introduction Select Device Uninstall Summary Uninstall the HP Software To remove HP software from your computer, click Continue. When available, you can click the More Info... button to get help and details. Continue- In the Select Device screen, select the product, and then click the Uninstall button.
Figure 3-31 Mac software removal — Select Device screen
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HP Uninstaller Introduction Select Device Uninstall Summary Select a Device to Uninstall Device HP LaserJet 100 colorMFP M175nw HP LaserJet 200 color M251n HP LaserJet 200 color M251 HP LaserJet 200 colorMFP M275nw HP LaserJet 200 colorMFP M276 HP LaserJet 400 color M451dn HP LaserJet 400 color M451dw HP LaserJet CM1415fn Officejet 100 Mobile L411 Officejet Pro 8100 More Info... Go Back Uninstall- In the password popup, provide a user name and password, and then click the OK button.
Figure 3-32 Mac software removal — Password popup
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Type your password to allow HP Installer to make changes. Name:The HP Uninstaller shows a progress bar as the removal process begins.
Figure 3-33 Mac software removal — Progress bar
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HP Uninstaller Introduction Select Device Uninstall Summary Uninstalling the HP Software Uninstalling Component : HP Printer Drivers Deleting packages... 1 item remaining Go Back Continue- When the process is completed, the Summary screen appears. Click the OK button to close the HP Uninstaller.
Figure 3-34 Mac software removal — Summary screen
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HP Uninstaller Introduction Select Device Uninstall Summary Congratulations! The HP software was successfully uninstalled. Go Back OK4 Linux and Unix
Linux information
- Unix information
Linux information
HPLIP (Hewlett-Packard Linux Imaging & Printing) is an HP-developed solution for printing, scanning, and faxing with HP inkjet and laser based printers in Linux, distributed under the MIT, BSD, and GPL license.
HPLIP supports most HP printers and MFP's sold over the past 20 years. More specifically, HPLIP currently supports Deskjet, Officejet, Photosmart, PSC, Business Inkjet and LaserJet products. For a complete list of supported devices, go to http://hplipopensource.com/hplip-web/supported_devices/ combined.html.
HPLIP consists of several distinct but interconnected pieces of software and is available as either a single compressed (tar) file or as a single auto-install (run) file. As installed, HPLIP's primary elements are device drivers, setup and installation utilities, and a device manager (aka: a toolbox) which provides access to maintenance tools, supplies levels, and status information.
HPLIP works successfully across a wide breadth of Linux distributions (distros). It does not work on Windows or other non-Linux operating systems. The latest HPLIP release is tested with the following major distros:
- Ubuntu
openSUSE
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop (SLED)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
Fedora
For more information and to download HPLIP, go to: http://hplipopensource.com.
Unix information
Unix systems require a Model Script to set up the Unix environment to be able to print to the printer. The HP LaserJet IIISi, or any generic HP LaserJet printer Model Script, should work. These files are written and provided by the individual Unix vendor. Contact a Unix Vendor to obtain copies of these files.
For more information on Unix support, go to http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?objectID=bpl02398
HP provides the model script files for an HP LaserJet printer provided it is being used over a network with an HP Jetdirect print server and is using HP-UX or Sun Solaris. The model script files are installed by using the HP Jetadmin utility for the respective version of Unix.
For more information and to download the model scripts, go to: www.hp.com/pond/modelscripts/index2.html
5 Engineering details
Introduction
This chapter presents engineering details for the following topics:
• HP Print and Scan Doctor
• SAP and Citrix printing
HP Print and Scan Doctor
The HP Print and Scan Doctor, HP's next generation diagnostic tool, replaces the HP Home Network Diagnostic Utility, the HP Print Diagnostic Utility, and the HP Scan Diagnostic Utility by merging all diagnostic and troubleshooting functionality previously available into one easy-to-use tool.
The HP Print and Scan Doctor is designed to provide customers with the troubleshooting and problem solving features needed to resolve many common problems experienced when connected to Windows®-based computers.
If you are experiencing problems installing or connecting to your networked HP printer, you should download and run the HP Print and Scan Doctor to help solve the issues mentioned above and more. The HP Print and Scan Doctor will guide you through troubleshooting your network printer setup and connectivity problems. It also provides you with a wealth of information regarding your network and, in some cases, automatically fixes network connectivity issues.
The HP Print and Scan Doctor runs on Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, and Windows® 7. You will need administrator privileges in order to run the utility.
For more information, go to HP Print and Scan Doctor download
SAP and Citrix printing
For support information on SAP printing, go to: www.hp.com/go/sap/drivers
The HP Universal Print Driver (UPD) for Windows is supported by HP in Citrix and Terminal Server environments. For more information, go to http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA0-8465ENW.pdf
Index
Symbols/Numerics
802.1X Authenticationpage, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 82
A
Access Control List page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 82 accessories, automatic configuration 55 Advanced page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 80 autoconfiguration, driver support for 55
B
bidirectional communication about 56 booklet printing Booklet Layout settings 43
C
CD languages 3 Windows 3
CD-ROM installing Mac printing-system software 129 Collated enabling 21
Color Color Options settings 46 Color Themes settings 48 Default (sRGB) setting 48 features, print drivers 45 Neutral Gray settings 48 None 49 Photo (Adobe RGB 1998) setting 49
Photo (sRGB) setting 49 Vivid setting 49
color change default settings, manually 47 fine-tune default settings 47
Color Usage Log HP Device Toolbox 67
Color Usage, Mac 120 comparison, product models 1 components, software Mac 116
connection type installation 89, 98
connectivity bidirectional communication support 56
constraint messages print drivers 17
control panel settings 128
Copy Count enabling 20
covers settings 31
D
density HP Device Toolbox page 71 Device Configuration page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 65 Device Information page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 68 Device Status page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 63
diagnostics troubleshoot 50
documentation languages 7
drivers accessory configuration 55 languages 5 drivers, install license agreement 97, 131 duplexing 40
E
Event Log page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 68
F
File Upload, Mac 121 Firewall page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 83 fonts install/remove external fonts 52 lists, printing 66 Send True Type as Bitmap, print drivers 22 supported by Windows 58 True Type, print drivers 21 Upload Fonts, HP Utility 123 upload, Configuration Settings menu 123
H
help print drivers 17 Home tab, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 63 HP Device Toolbox accessing 61 HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 802.1X Authentication page 82 Access Control List page 82 Advanced page 80
Color Usage Log 67
Device Configuration page 65
Device Information page 68
Device Status page 63
Event Log page 68
Firewall page 83
Home tab 63
HP ePrint Setup page 84
Network Summary page 66
Networking tab 75
Paper Handling page 69
Paper Types page 72
Password page 74
Print Density page 71
Print Quality page 70
Reports 66
Settings 68
SNMP page 81
Supplies Status page 64
System Setup page 72
HP Embedded Web Server
HP Utility, accessing from 127
HP Embedded Web Server
(Windows)
802.1X Authentication page 82
Access Control List page 82
Advanced page 80
Firewall page 83
HP ePrint page 84
SNMP page 81
HP ePrint
description 58
HP ePrint page, HP Device Toolbox
(Windows) 84
HP PCL 5 Universal Print Driver included 14
HP PCL 6 Print Driver
included 14
supported operating systems 14
HP PCL 6 print driver
features 15
settings 15
HP PS Universal Print Driver
included 14
HP PS Universal Print Driver and
PCL Universal Print Driver supported operating systems 14
HP Utility, Mac
about 117
access 118
Color Usage 120
Device Information 120
Embedded Web Server access 127
File Upload 121
Network Settings 124
order supplies 118
recycling program 118
Supplies Status 119
support 118
toolbar 118
trays configuration 126
Upload Fonts 123
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ICM. See Image Color Management
Image Color Management color graphics printing 21 enabling 21
incompatible print settings messages. See constraint messages
information pages, print from HP
Device Toolbox (Windows) 66
installation
component languages 6
connection type 89, 98
Mac printing-system software 129
options 10
troubleshooting Mac 140
Windows printing-system software 10
L
languages
CD 3
driver 5
installer component 6
localized CD 3
M
Mac
supported operating systems 116
Mac operating systems
installing printing-system software 129
removing software 141
software components 116
Mac OS
Color Usage 120
Device Information 120
File Upload command 121
HP Utility 117
network settings 124
supplies status 119
trays configuration 126
troubleshooting setup 140
Upload Fonts 123
messages, constraint
print drivers 17
model
comparison 1
N
Network Summary page, HP
Device Toolbox (Windows) 66
Networking tab, HP Device
Toolbox (Windows) 75
networks
HP Device Toolbox, accessing 61
Mac settings 124
O
operating systems supported 116
operating systems Windows, supported 12, 13
P
paper
custom sizes 30
duplex binding settings, print drivers 42
orientation 44
Print Data Optimization 22
settings, print drivers 28
source setting 30
type setting 30
Paper Handling page, HP Device
Toolbox (Windows) 69
Paper Types page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 72
Password page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 74
PDF files Mac, File Upload command 121
PPDs, Mac troubleshooting 140
prinr drivers uninstall, Add/Remove Programs 111
Print Density page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 71
print driver supported operating systems 14
print drivers About tab contents 55 access 15
Advanced Printing Features settings, print drivers 21
Advanced tab content 19
Allow Manual Duplexing setting, Device Settings tab 54
Automatic Configuration setting, Device Settings tab 54
Automatic settings, Color tab 47
Booklet Layout settings, Finishing tab 43
Collated, Advanced tab 21
Color Options settings, Color tab 46
Color tab contents 45
Color Themes settings, Color tab 48
Copy Count, Advanced tab 20
Device Settings tab content 51
Document Options setting, Advanced tab 21
Document Options settings, Finishing tab 40
document preview image 32, 35, 44, 49
Effects tab content 33
Factory Defaults setting, Printing Shortcuts tab 24
Finishing tab contents 39
Flip Pages Up setting, Finishing tab 42
Font Substitution Table settings, Device Settings tab 52
Form to Tray Assignment setting, Device Settings tab 52
General Everyday Printing setting, Printing Shortcuts tab 24
Graphic setting, Advanced tab 21
Help system 17
ICM options, Advanced tab 21
incompatible print settings messages 17
installable options, Device Settings tab 54
Internet Services options, Services tab 51
Job Separator setting, Device Settings tab 55
Layout Options setting, Advanced tab 22
Mac 116
Mac settings 128
Manual settings, Color tab 47
Neutral Grays settings, Color tab 48
Orientation settings, Finishing tab 44
Page Order settings, Finishing tab 44
Pages per Sheet setting, Finishing tab 43, 44
Paper Options settings, Paper/Quality tab 28
Paper source setting, Paper/Quality tab 30
Paper type setting, Paper/Quality tab 30
Paper/Output setting, Advanced tab 20
Paper/Quality tab contents 27
Print All Text as Black setting, Advanced tab 22
Print Data Optimization, Advanced tab 22
Print on Both Sides settings, Finishing tab 40
Print Quality settings, Paper/Quality tab 32
Printer Features setting, Advanced tab 22
Printer Properties tab, driver access 17
Printer Status Notification setting, Device Settings tab 54
Printing Preferences tab, driver access 16
Printing Shortcuts tab contents 23
Raster Compression feature, Advanced tab 22
Resizing Options settings, Effects tab 34
Send True Type as Bitmap setting, Advanced tab 22
Services tab content 50
True Type font settings, Advanced tab 21
uninstall, Server Properties 113
version numbers 14
Watermarks settings, Effects tab 35
print job
automatic configuration 54 job separator 55
manual duplexing 54
printer status notification 54
print on both sides 40
Print Quality page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 70
Printing Shortcuts tab paper size options 24 paper type options 25
printing-system software availability 3
printing-system software, install license agreement 97, 131
printing-system software, uninstall Add/Remove Programs 111
Server Properties 113
priority, settings 128
product
model comparison 1
R
regional versions, CD 3
removing Mac software 141
Reports, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 66
resolution
Print Quality page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 70
S
settings
priority 128
Settings tab, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 68
SNMP page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 81
software
settings 128
supported operating systems 116
supported Windows operating systems 12, 13
uninstalling 106
uninstalling Mac 141
software CD
Windows 3
software license agreement 97, 131
Special Pages
covers 31
status
Mac supplies 119
supplies
Mac status 119
Supplies Status page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 64
System Setup page, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 72
System tab, HP Device Toolbox (Windows) 68
T
trays
Mac configuration 126
Print Data Optimization 22
specify paper size 52
troubleshoot
diagnostics 50
troubleshooting
Mac setup 140
U
uninstall
Mac software 141
Windows software 106
Update Now feature 56
steps to activate 57
Upload fonts
Configuration Settings menu 123
usage log, color
HP Device Toolbox 67
V
version numbers
print drivers 14
W
Web printing
HP ePrint 58
Web sites
download software 7
Internet Services options, Services tab 51
Windows operating systems
fonts supported 58
installation options 10
installing printing-system 10
Windows OS
driver versions 14
HP PCL 6 print driver features 15
software CD 3
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