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To change default settings in Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows Me
Click the Start button. Point to Settings. Click Printers. Right-click the HP LaserJet 2300 series printer icon. Click Properties. Change any of the settings on the tabs. These settings are now the defaults for the printer. Click OK to save your settings and to close the printer driver.
To change default settings in Windows NT 4.0
Click the Start button. Point to Settings. Click Printers. Right-click the HP LaserJet 2300 series printer icon. Click Document Defaults. Change any of the settings on the tabs. These settings are now the defaults for the printer. Click OK to save your settings and to close the printer driver.
To change default settings in Windows 2000 and Windows XP
Click the Start button. Point to Settings. Point to Printers (Windows 2000) or Printers and Faxes (Windows XP). Right-click the HP LaserJet 2300 series printer icon. Click Properties. On the Advanced tab, click Printing Defaults. Change any of the settings on the tabs. These settings are now the defaults for the printer. Click OK to return to the Advanced tab. Click OK to save your settings and to close the printer driver.
To change default settings in Macintosh operating systems
Depending on the Macintosh operating system version that you have, use either the Apple Desktop Printer Utility or the Print Center to change printer driver defaults.
Using printer-driver features
This section provides instructions for common printing features that are controlled through the printer driver. Printing watermarks on page 49 Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paper on page 50 Setting a custom paper size on page 50 Using EconoMode (draft) printing on page 51 Choosing print-quality settings on page 51 Using reduce/enlarge options on page 52 Selecting a paper source on page 52 Printing by type and size of media on page 53 Printing a cover or different first page on page 54 Adding a blank page or back cover to the end of a print job on page 55 Adding a blank page to the beginning of all print jobs (job separator page) on page 55
A watermark is a marking, such as Top Secret, Draft, or someones name, printed in the background of selected pages in a document. Note If you are using Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, or Windows XP, you must have administrator privileges to create watermarks.

Printing watermarks

To print a watermark on Windows computers (all versions)
Open the printer driver (see Changing the settings for a print job on page 47). On the Effects tab, select a watermark from the Watermarks drop-down list. To edit or create a watermark, click Edit. Click OK.
To print a watermark on Macintosh computers
Select Custom and specify the text that you want, depending on your printer-driver version.
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Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paper
You can print more than one document page on a single sheet of paper (this is sometimes called 2-up, 4-up, or n-up printing). The pages will appear decreased in size and arranged on the sheet. You can specify that up to 16 pages are to be printed on a single sheet. This feature provides a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to print draft pages, especially when combined with duplex printing (see Printing on both sides (duplexing) on page 43).
To print multiple pages on one side of a sheet of paper on Windows computers (all versions)
5 Open the printer driver (see Changing the settings for a print job on page 47). On the Finishing tab, select the number of Pages per sheet. If you want borders around the pages, select Print Page Borders. Select the page order from the Page Order drop-down list. Click OK.
Setting a custom paper size
Use the custom paper feature to print on paper sizes other than standard sizes.
To set a custom paper size on Windows computers
5 Open the printer driver (see Changing the settings for a print job on page 47). On the Paper tab, click Custom. Specify the custom width and height. Click Close. Click OK.
To set a custom paper size on Macintosh computers
3 On the File Menu, select Page Setup. From the Page Attributes drop-down menu, select Custom Page Size. Click New to create a named custom page size. The new custom page is automatically added to the Page Size menu in Page Setup.
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Using EconoMode (draft) printing
EconoMode (draft) printing allows the printer to use less toner on each page. Selecting this option might extend the life of your print cartridge and reduce your cost per page, but will reduce print quality. EconoMode is not available if you are using a non-HP print cartridge.

If you want to order supplies, click Order Supplies. This opens a browser that produces a URL from which to purchase supplies. Select the supplies you wish to order and finish the ordering process.
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To check the supply levels using HP Web Jetadmin
In HP Web Jetadmin, select the printer device. The device status page shows supply-level information.
Cartridge low and cartridge out conditions
The printer alerts you if the print cartridge is low on toner or out of toner.
When the cartridge is low on toner
When the cartridge is low on toner, the printer control panel shows the ORDER CARTRIDGE message. The ORDER CARTRIDGE message first appears when about 10 percent of the toner remains in the print cartridge (at 5 percent coverage, about 600 pages remaining). The default is for the printer to continue printing until the toner runs out, but you might prefer to have the printer stop instead of continuing when the ORDER CARTRIDGE message first appears for example, if you want print quality to remain consistently high during print jobs, or if you do not want the cartridge to run out during a long print job. To configure the printer to stop, set CARTRIDGE LOW=STOP (in the System Setup submenu of the Configure Device menu). (See CARTRIDGE LOW on page 155.) Then, when ORDER CARTRIDGE appears, the printer will stop printing. You can resume printing by pressing (SELECT button) for each print job.
When the cartridge is out of toner or drum life
The REPLACE CARTRIDGE message appears in one of these situations: When the print cartridge is out of toner. If CARTRIDGE OUT is set to CONTINUE (in the System Setup submenu of the Configure Device menu), the printer continues printing without interaction until the cartridge reaches the end of drum life. HP does not guarantee print quality after the REPLACE CARTRIDGE message is first displayed. Replace the print cartridge as soon as possible. (See Ordering parts, accessories, and supplies on page 116.) The REPLACE CARTRIDGE message remains until you replace the print cartridge. If CARTRIDGE OUT is set to STOP, the printer stops printing until you replace the print cartridge or resume printing by pressing (SELECT button) for each print job. When the drum life of the print cartridge is out. You must replace the print cartridge to continue printing. No override is possible, even if toner remains in the cartridge. (See Ordering parts, accessories, and supplies on page 116.) This situation occurs to protect the printer.

The printer is set for duplexing. Even if the print job contains only one page, the printer processes the back side as well.
The sealing tape might still be in the print cartridge. The file might have blank pages.
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The printer prints, but the text is wrong, garbled, or incomplete.
The printer cable is loose or defective.
Disconnect the printer cable and reconnect it. Try a print job that you know works. If possible, attach the cable and printer to another computer and try a print job that you know works. Finally, try a new cable. Disconnect the printer from the network and use a parallel or USB cable to attach it directly to a computer. Print a job that you know works. Check the softwares printer selection menu to make sure that an HP LaserJet 2300 series printer is selected. Try printing a job from another program.
The printer is on a network or sharing device and is not receiving a clear signal.
The wrong driver was selected in the software.
The software program is malfunctioning.
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The printer does not respond when you select Print in the software.
The printer is out of paper. The printer might be in manual feed mode. The cable between the computer and the printer is not connected properly. The printer cable is defective.
Add paper. Change the printer from manual feed mode (see MANUAL FEED on page 149). Disconnect and reconnect the cable. If possible, attach the cable to another computer and print a job that you know works. You might also try using a different cable. Check the software printer selection menu to make sure that an HP LaserJet 2300 series printer is selected. Clear any jams, paying careful attention to the duplexer area. See Clearing jams on page 97. Check the softwares printer selection menu to make sure that it is using the correct port. If the computer has more than one port, make sure that the printer is attached to the correct one. Disconnect the printer from the network and use a parallel or US B cable to attach it directly to a computer. Reinstall the printing software. Print a job that you know works. Clear any stopped jobs from the print queue.

Resolving persistent messages
Some messages (for example, requests to load a tray or a message that a previous print job is still in the printer memory) allow you to press (SELECT button) to print, or to press CANCEL JOB to clear the job and eliminate the message. If a message persists after performing all of the recommended actions, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider. (See Contacting HP on page 123 or go to http://www.hp.com/ support/lj2300.)
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Interpreting control-panel messages
Message Access denied menus locked Description
The printer control panel function you are trying to use has been locked to prevent unauthorized access. The printer is canceling a job. The message continues while the job is stopped, the paper path is cleared, and any remaining incoming data on the active data channel is received and discarded. The printer is checking for possible jams or paper that was not cleared from the printer. The printer is checking for possible jams or paper that was not cleared from the printer. The printer received a request for a personality (printer language) that does not exist in the printer. The print job is canceled.

Recommended action

See your network administrator.

Canceling. [JOBNAME]

No action necessary.

Checking paper path

Checking printer
CHOSEN PERSONALITY NOT AVAILABLE

alternates with

Print the job using a printer driver for a different printer language, or add the requested language to the printer (if available). To see a list of available personalities, print a configuration page. (See Configuration page on page 72.)

To continue press

Clearing paper path
The printer jammed or the printer was turned on and media was detected in a wrong location. The printer is automatically attempting to eject the pages. You are attempting to view an empty event log by selecting SHOW EVENT LOG from the control panel. This message appears for approximately 10 seconds after you install a new, genuine HP cartridge. The print cartridge is missing and must be reinstalled for printing to continue. The tray that is indicated is configured for a specific type and size of media needed by a print job, but the tray is empty. All other trays are also empty.

Too much data was sent to the EIO card in the specified slot [X]. An improper communications protocol might be in use.
1 Press (SELECT button) to clear the message. (The job will not be printed.) Check the host configuration. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123). Check for a loose cable connection and be sure to use a high-quality cable. Some non-HP parallel cables might be missing pin connections or might otherwise not conform to the IEEE-1284 specification. (See Ordering parts, accessories, and supplies on page 116.) This error can occur if the driver you are using is not IEEE-1284 compliant. For best results, use an HP driver that came with the printer. (See Printer software on page 11.) Press (SELECT button) to clear the error message. (The job will not be printed.) If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123).
22 PARALLEL I/O BUFFER OVERFLOW
Too much data was sent to the parallel port.
22 SERIAL I/O BUFFER OVERFLOW
Too much data was sent to the serial port.
Press (SELECT button) to clear the error message. (The job will not be printed.)
To continue press 22 USB I/O BUFFER OVERFLOW 40 EIO [X] BAD TRANSMISSION
alternates with Too much data was sent to the USB port. The connection has been broken between the printer and the EIO card in the specified slot [X]. Press (SELECT button) to clear the error message. (The job will not be printed.) Press (SELECT button) to clear the error message and continue printing.
To continue press 41.X PRINTER ERROR
alternates with A temporary printing error occurred. 1 Press (SELECT button). The page containing the error automatically reprints if jam recovery is enabled. Turn the printer power off, and then turn the printer power on. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123).
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Message 41.3 UNEXPECTED SIZE IN TRAY [XX]
This is typically caused if two or more sheets stick together in the printer or if the tray is not properly adjusted.
Reload the tray with the correct paper size. Press (SELECT button) to scroll to TRAY XX SIZE=. Reconfigure the size in a tray so that the printer will use a tray that contains the size required for the print job. If the error does not clear, turn the printer power off, then turn the printer power on. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123). Reload the tray with the correct paper type. Press (SELECT button) to scroll to TRAY XX TYPE=. Reconfigure the size in a tray so that the printer uses a tray that contains the type required for the print job. If the error does not clear, turn the printer power off, and then turn the printer power on. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123). Turn the printer power off, leave it off for 20 minutes, and then turn the printer power on. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123). Turn the printer power off and then turn the printer power on. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123). Turn the printer power off, and then turn the printer power on. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123). Turn the printer power off, and then turn the printer power on. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123).

LOAD TRAY [XX]: [TYPE] [SIZE]
41.5 UNEXPECTED TYPE IN TRAY XX
The printer detected a paper type different than what it was expecting.

49.XXXXX PRINTER ERROR

A critical firmware error has occurred.
50.X FUSER ERROR For help press
A fuser error has occurred.

51.X PRINTER ERROR

A temporary printing error occurred. 1 2
To continue turn off then on 52.X PRINTER ERROR
alternates with A temporary printing error occurred. 1 2
To continue turn off then on
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Message

53.XY.ZZ PRINTER ERROR
There is a problem with the printer memory. The DIMM that caused the error will not be used. Values of X, Y, and ZZ are as follows:
1 You might need to reseat or replace the specified DIMM. Turn the printer power off and then reseat the DIMM that caused the error. Try using a different printer driver or printing a smaller file. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123).

X = DIMM type

0 = ROM 1 = RAM

Y = Device location

0 = Internal memory (ROM or RAM) 1 to 3 = DIMM slot 1, 2, or 3
ZZ = Error number 55.X PRINTER ERROR
alternates with A temporary printing error occurred. 3 Turn the printer power off and then turn the printer power on. Try using a different printer driver or printing a smaller file. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123). Turn the printer power off, and then turn the printer power on. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123). Turn the printer power off, and then turn the printer power on. If the message persists, contact an HP-authorized service or support provider (see Contacting HP on page 123).

56.X PRINTER ERROR

A temporary printing error occurred as a result of an incorrect input or output request.
To continue turn off then on 57.X PRINTER ERROR
alternates with A temporary printing error occurred in one of the printer fans. 1 2
To continue turn off then on 58.X PRINTER ERROR
alternates with A printer error has occurred where a memory tag CPU error was detected, or there is a problem with the air sensor or power supply.
To resolve problems with the power supply: 1 Remove the printer from any UPS supplies, additional power supplies, or power strips. Plug the printer into a wall outlet and see if this resolves the problem. If the printer is already plugged into a wall outlet, try another power source in the building that is independent of the one currently being used.

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Tray 2 or tray 3 paper-feed area
Note If paper has entered the print cartridge area, follow the instructions in Print-cartridge area on page 98. It is easier to remove paper from the print cartridge area than from the paper-feed area. 1 Slide out tray 2 or tray 3 to expose the jam. Remove any misfed paper by pulling it out by the visible edge. Make sure that all of the paper is aligned in the tray (see Loading tray 2 (250-sheet tray) or optional 250-sheet tray in tray 3 position on page 32). If tray 3 is installed, remove any misfed paper and make sure that all of the paper is aligned in that tray. If the paper is jammed in the paper-feed area and cannot be accessed from the print-cartridge area, grasp the paper and carefully pull it free from the printer. For tray 2, push the paper down to lock the metal paper-lift plate into place. For both trays, slide the tray back into the printer. To reset the printer and continue printing, open the top cover all the way and then close it.
Note If the ATTENTION light does not go out, jammed media remains inside the printer. Check the paper-feed and rear-output areas for jams. For printers that include a built-in duplexer (HP LaserJet 2300d printer, HP LaserJet 2300dn printer, and HP LaserJet 2300dtn printer), check the duplexer area.

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Output areas
Jams in this area might result in loose toner on the page. If you get any toner on your clothes or hands, wash them in cold water. (Hot water will set the toner into the fabric.) 1 Open the top cover and remove the print cartridge. Open the rear output bin.
Note It is necessary to open the top cover in order to release the rear output gearing and remove the media easily. 2 If the media is visible from the rear output opening, carefully use both hands to pull the leading edge out of the printer. Carefully remove the rest of the jammed media from the printer. If the paper is almost completely visible from the top output bin, pull the remaining paper carefully out of the printer. If the leading edge is not visible or barely visible in the print-cartridge area, open the rear output bin all the way. To do this, push the bin door slightly forward and use your finger to disengage the grill at the base. Turn the jam-clearing wheel to move the media out of the printer. 4 Reinstall the print cartridge. Close the top cover and the rear output bin.
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Duplexer area

This procedure applies only to printers that include a built-in duplexer (HP LaserJet 2300d printer, HP LaserJet 2300dn printer, and HP LaserJet 2300dtn printer). Remove tray 2 from the printer. Pull the green lever on the left front of the tray 2 opening to open the paper access plate. Reach in and pull out the jammed paper. Push the bottom of the paper access plate back up until it clicks into place on both sides (both sides need to be engaged). Reinstall tray 2. To reset the printer and continue printing, open the top cover all the way and then close it.

Toner smear

If toner smears appear on the leading edge of the media, the paper guides are dirty. See Cleaning the paper path and print-cartridge areas on page 78 and Cleaning the fuser on page 79. Check the media type and quality. See Media specifications on page 134. Try installing a new HP print cartridge.

Loose toner

Clean the inside of the printer. See Cleaning the paper path and print-cartridge areas on page 78 and Cleaning the fuser on page 79. Check the media type and quality. See Media specifications on page 134. Try installing a new HP print cartridge. In the printer driver, change the type to match the type of paper you are printing. See Printing by type and size of media on page 53. Print speed might be slower if you are using heavy media.
Vertical repetitive defects
If marks repeatedly appear on the printed side of the page at even intervals: The print cartridge might be damaged. The circumference of the print cartridge drum is 94 mm (3.7 inches). If a repetitive mark occurs every 94 mm (3.7 inches) on the page, install a new HP print cartridge. Internal parts might have toner on them. If the defects occur on the back of the page, the problem will likely correct itself after a few more pages. In the printer driver, change the type setting to match the type of media you are printing. See Printing by type and size of media on page 53. The fusing assembly might be damaged. Contact an HP-approved service technician. See Contacting HP on page 123.

Misformed characters

If characters are improperly formed, producing hollow images, the paper might be too slick. Try a different media type. See Media specifications on page 134. If characters are improperly formed, producing a wavy effect, the laser scanner might need service. If you need service, contact an HP-authorized dealer or service representative Contacting HP on page 123. See Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement on page 129.

Page skew

Check the media type and quality. See Media specifications on page 134. Make sure that the media is loaded correctly and that the guides are not too tight or too loose against the stack. See Loading trays on page 31, Loading tray 2 (250-sheet tray) or optional 250-sheet tray in tray 3 position on page 32, or Loading tray 3 (500-sheet tray) on page 34.

The job prints in Courier (the printers default typeface) instead of the typeface that you requested.
The requested typeface is not downloaded.]
Download the font that you want and send the print job again. Verify the type and location of the font. Download the font to the printer if applicable. Check the software documentation for more information. You might need to print your job at 600 dots per inch, reduce the complexity of the page, or install more memory. Make sure that the print job is a PS job. Check to see whether the software application expected a setup or PS header file to be sent to the printer.
A legal page prints with clipped margins.
The print job was too complex.

A PS error page prints.

The print job might not be PS.

Specific errors

Limit Check Error The print job was too complex. You might need to print your job at 600 dots per inch, reduce the complexity of the page, or install more memory. Select unlimited downloadable fonts from the printer driver. Select unlimited downloadable fonts from the printer driver.

VM Error Range Check

Font error. Font error.
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Service and support

This section contains information to help you order supplies and contact HP. It also provides warranty, repacking, and software license information. Ordering parts, accessories, and supplies on page 116 Contacting HP on page 123 Guidelines for repacking the printer on page 125 Service information form on page 126 HP maintenance agreements on page 127 Warranty information on page 128
Ordering parts, accessories, and supplies
This section provides information regarding ordering parts, supplies, and documentation. Use only parts and accessories specifically designed for this printer. The section Part numbers on page 118 is organized according to these types of accessories: Paper handling on page 118 Memory on page 118 Cables and interfaces on page 119 Documentation on page 119 Printing supplies on page 120
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Ordering directly from HP
You can obtain the following directly from HP: Replacement parts To order replacement parts in the U.S. see http://www.hp.com/hps/parts or http://partsurfer.hp.com. Outside the United States, order parts by contacting your local authorized HP service center. Supplies and accessories To order supplies in the U.S., see http://www.hp.com/go/ljsupplies. To order supplies worldwide, see http://www.hp.com/ghp/buyonline.html. To order accessories, see http://www.hp.com/go/accessories. Documentation See the websites listed under Documentation on page 119 for documentation that is available online.

CREATE CLEANING PAGE

PROCESS CLEANING PAGE
Configure Device menu 153

System Setup submenu

Items on this menu affect printer behavior. Configure the printer according to your printing needs. The following table lists the settings and possible values. In the Values column, the default value for each setting is the one with an asterisk (*) next to it. Item

JOB STORAGE LIMIT

Values 1 to 100 (*32)
Specifies the number of quick copy jobs that can be stored on the printer. This item appears only if an optional hard disk accessory is installed. Sets the amount of time that held jobs are kept before being automatically deleted from the queue.

JOB HELD TIMEOUT

*OFF 1 HOUR 4 HOURS 1 DAY 1 WEEK There is no value to select. *EXCLUSIVELY FIRST
TRAY BEHAVIOR USE REQUESTED TRAY
Determines how the printer responds to jobs that request certain trays. Determines whether the printer tries to pull paper from a different tray than the one you selected in the printer driver. EXCLUSIVELY: Sets the printer to pull paper only from the tray you selected and not pull from another tray, even if the tray you selected is empty. FIRST: Sets the printer to pull from the tray you selected first, but allows the printer to pull from another tray automatically if the tray you selected is empty.

MANUALLY FEED PROMPT

ALWAYS *UNLESS LOADED
Determines when the printer shows a prompt regarding pulling from tray 1 if your print job does not match the type or size loaded in any other tray. ALWAYS: Select this option if you always want to be prompted before the printer pulls from tray 1. UNLESS LOADED: Prompts you only if tray 1 is empty.

POWERSAVE TIME

To turn PowerSave mode on and off, see POWERSAVE on page 160. DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS *Customizes the readability of the display panel for your environment by lowering or raising brightness.
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1 MINUTE 15 MINUTES *30 MINUTES 60 MINUTES 90 MINUTES 2 HOURS 4 HOURS
Sets how long the printer remains idle before it enters PowerSave mode. PowerSave mode does the following: minimizes the amount of power consumed by the printer when it is idle reduces wear on electronic components in the printer (turns off the display backlight, but the display is still readable)
The printer automatically comes out of PowerSave mode when you send a print job, press a printer control panel button, open a tray, or open the top cover.

RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS

Performs a simple reset and restores most of the factory (default) settings. This item also clears the input buffer for the active I/O. Restoring factory settings does not affect network parameter settings on the optional HP Jetdirect print server. CAUTION Restoring memory during a print job cancels the print job.

POWERSAVE

Turns PowerSave mode on or off. PowerSave mode does the following: minimizes the amount of power consumed by the printer when it is idle reduces wear on electronic components in the printer (turns off the display backlight, but display is still readable)
160 B Control panel menus
The printer automatically comes out of PowerSave mode when you send a print job, press a printer control panel button, open a tray, or open the top cover. You can set how long the printer remains idle before it enters PowerSave mode. (See POWERSAVE TIME on page 154.)

Diagnostics menu

Administrators can use this submenu to isolate parts and to troubleshoot jam and print-quality issues. The following table lists the settings and possible values. In the Values column, the default value for each setting is the one with an asterisk (*) next to it. Item

PRINT EVENT LOG

Press (SELECT button) to generate a list of the 50 most recent entries in the event log. The printed event log shows error number, page count, error code, and description or personality. Press (SELECT button) to scroll through the contents of the event log at the printer control panel and shows the 50 most recent events. Use (UP button) or (DOWN button) to scroll through the event log contents. Generates a test page that is useful for testing the paper-handling features of the printer. Press (SELECT button) to start the paper path test using the source (tray), destination (output bin), duplex, and number of copies settings that you set in the other items on the Paper Path Test menu. Set the other items before choosing PRINT TEST PAGE. Select the tray whose paper path you want to test. You can select any tray that is installed. Select ALL TRAYS to test all tray paper paths. (Paper must be loaded in the selected trays.) Determine whether or not the paper goes through the duplexer during the paper path test. The menu item appears only if the printer includes a built-in duplexer (HP LaserJet 2300d printer, HP LaserJet 2300dn printer, and HP LaserJet 2300dtn printer). Set how many sheets of paper are used from each tray during the paper path test. If you are testing the optional stapler stacker (DESTINATION item), select 10 or higher.

Product Numbers: Regulatory Model Number: Product Options: Safety:
conforms to the following Product Specifications:

USA Contact:

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Canadian DOC regulations

Complies with Canadian EMC Class B requirements. Conforme la classe B des normes canadiennes de compatibilit lectromagntiques CEM.
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Regulatory and safety statements

Laser safety statement

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has implemented regulations for laser products manufactured since August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. The printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. Since radiation emitted inside the printer is completely confined within protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape during any phase of normal user operation. WARNING! Using controls, making adjustments, or performing procedures other than those specified in this user guide may result in exposure to hazardous radiation.

LED safety statement

The infrared port on the front panel of this printer is classified as a Class 1 LED (Light Emitting Diode) device according to International Standard IEC 60825-1 (EN 60825-1). This device is not considered harmful, but the following precautions are recommended. If the printer requires service, contact an authorized HP service center. Do not attempt to make any adjustments of the printer. Avoid direct eye exposure to the infrared LED beam. Be aware that the beam is invisible light and cannot be seen. Do not attempt to view the infrared LED beam with any type of optical device.
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Japanese VCCI statement

flexible

worry free

data sheet
hp LaserJet 2300 series printers
2300L 2300 2300d 2300n 2300dn 2300dtn

expandable

performance

dependable

The HP LaserJet 2300 Series black and white laser printers are the ideal solution for business professionals and small workgroups that have advanced printing needs. These dependable printers produce office documents quickly and easily, with consistent results. save time and paper while creating more compact, professional looking documentsuse the built-in duplex unit (standard on 2300d, 2300dn and 2300dtn models) for convenient two-sided printing powerful networking provides a single printing solution for small offices and work teams networking cards (optional on 2300, 2300L and 2300d models) allow all your computers and workstations to use the same printer in every environment media capacity options reduce user interventionall printers come with a 250-sheet input tray, 100-sheet priority feed and a straight-through paper path for printing on heavier media; add an optional tray to increase your media-handling capability to a maximum of 850 sheets (standard on 2300dtn model) add memory to handle even the most demanding printing tasksexpansion slots accommodate an additional 256 MB of RAM for increased printing capacity and responsiveness superior print quality without sacrificing performanceup to 25 ppm (up to 20 ppm on 2300L) printing for letter-size documents with a mere 10-second wait for the first page out crisp, clear text gives your business documents a professional imageadvanced print engine design delivers high quality 1200 dpi black text at maximum speed power-saving features reduce operating costspowersave mode conserves energy when printer is not in use and Instant-on fuser eliminates warm-up time while delivering fast first-page-out print time resolve maintenance issues quicklya graphical display with two lines of text that explain the printer status and an online help feature that provides step-by-step instructions to troubleshoot problems or complete necessary maintenance easy printer and supplies managementthe embedded Web server allows you to keep on top of your printer supplies quickly, easily and with minimum intervention exceeds expectations while providing peace of mindby using a print engine from a time-tested, popular printer and adding refinements, you get reliable, high quality business printing at an affordable price
hp LaserJet 2300dtn shown
straight-through paper path for printing on heavier media including envelopes and special media types two-line control panel display allows you to view status and resolve issues quickly

series highlights

fast print speedup to 25 pages per minute (up to 20 ppm on 2300L) hp jetdirect network card for sharing over your office network environment (2300n/dn/dtn models only) powerful 266 MHz processor for quick delivery of your most demanding printing tasks Instant-on fuser delivers fast 10-second first page out professional quality black text at true 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution expansion slots accommodate up to 256 MB of additional RAM for increased printing capacity and responsiveness built-in duplex unit saves paper and money by allowing you to print on both sides of the page (2300d/dn/dtn models only) hp embedded Web server provides time-saving supplies status informationrequires 48 MB of RAM

6,000-page1 hp Smart print cartridge2 100-sheet multipurpose feed handles sheets 16 to 43 lb and 3 x 5 inches to 8.5 x 14 inches in size 250-sheet input tray handles sheets 16 to 28 lb and 5.8 x 8.3 inches to 8.5 x 14 inches in size optional 500-sheet third paper tray handles sheets 16 to 20 lb and 8.5 x 11 inches in size small footprint for desktop printingstarting at just 16 x 18 x 10 inches
hp LaserJet 2300 series printers at a glance

hp LaserJet 2300L

up to 20 ppm (letter) 266 MHz processor 32 MB RAM (expandable to 288 MB) 100-sheet multipurpose paper tray 250-sheet input paper tray straight-through paper path standard USB connectivity HP Postscript 3 emulation 6,000-page1 hp LaserJet Smart print cartridge 30K duty cycle

hp LaserJet 2300

all the features of the 2300L plus: up to 25 ppm (letter) 50K duty cycle

hp LaserJet 2300d

all the features of the 2300 plus: built-in duplex unit for two-sided printing 48 MB RAM (expandable to 304 MB)

hp LaserJet 2300n

all the features of the 2300 plus: hp jetdirect 615n EIO 10/100Base-T internal print server 48 MB RAM (expandable to 304 MB) embedded Web server

hp LaserJet 2300dn

all the features of the 2300 plus: built-in duplex unit for two-sided printing hp jetdirect 615n EIO 10/100Base-T internal print server 48 MB RAM (expandable to 304 MB) embedded Web server

hp LaserJet 2300dtn

all the features of the 2300dn plus: 500-sheet input paper tray handles sheets 16 x 20 lb and 8.5 x 11 in (for total input capacity of 850 sheets) embedded Web server
1 Based on 5% average page coverage. 2 Using genuine HP supplies ensures availability of all HP printing features.
award winning support from hp HP provides you with a variety of support options to assist you in the setup and maintenance of the HP LaserJet 2300 printer. Use HPs expert knowledge to help you make the most of your printer and ensure your equipment is running at peak efficiency. Start with a one-year, return-to-HP limited warranty backed by free telephone support from the award winning HP Customer Care. To further guarantee trouble-free operation, to maximize the potential of your HP LaserJet printer and to customize the printer for your unique business profile, consider upgrading service and support options such as installation, network installation, advanced maintenance and post-warranty support. maximize your IT investment HP offers a comprehensive set of services and acquisition options that provide predictable cost structures and business efficiency gainsfinancing, user training, deployment strategies, regularly scheduled supplies and printer maintenance, and complete hardcopy environment management are available through HP Consulting, HP Outsourcing, HP Support, HP Education and HP Finance. To find out more information go to the HP Services website at www.hp.com/hps the hp networking advantage HP offers flexible, reliable and easy to install network connectivity solutions for businesses to connect their HP products. Whether its simple but effective small business solutions, award winning network management tools for medium to large businesses, or secure wireless connectivity for the modern mobile workplace, look to HP for all your connectivity needs.

reliable printing solutions that grow with your business
powerful performance for professional results See what youve been missing when you print with the clarity that comes from 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution at speeds up to 25 pages per minute. The durable, time-tested print engine provides reliable printing at up to 50,000 pages per month, 30,000 for the LaserJet 2300L. Your productivity gets another boost when you use the duplex feature that reduces paper usage by allowing you to print two-sided copies. And, with 266 MHz processing power and Instant-on fuser that delivers your first print in under 10 seconds, your large and complex documents print fast reducing productivity slowdown throughout your entire office. worry-free printing The simple operation features of the HP LaserJet 2300 Series printers reduce time spent maintaining the printer so you keep focused on what you do best. The control panel features a two-line display allowing you to view printer status and resolve maintenance issues quickly. get the most out of your hp printer Keep on top of your supplies management with the HP LaserJet 2300 Series printers and HP Smart printing supplies2. By using a network card to gain access to the embedded Web server, you can manage your printer supplies quickly, easily and with a minimum of intervention. Thats because HP supplies with Smart printing technology work with the printer to provide supplies status information, configurable alerts, toner-low notification and Web-based supplies ordering of authentic, reliable HP products. By using HP cartridges with Smart printing technology, youre ensured consistent print quality from start to finish of the cartridgeno shaking needed.

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2 Using genuine HP supplies ensures availability of all HP printing features.
Technical Specifications HP LaserJet 2300 Series Print Speed First Page Out Processor Memory Duty Cycle, Monthly Media Handling Paper Trays, Std
HP LaserJet 2300L Q2477A Up to 20 ppm

HP LaserJet 2300 Q2472A

HP LaserJet 2300d Q2474A
HP LaserJet 2300n Q2473A Up to 25 ppm 10 seconds 266 MHz
HP LaserJet 2300dn Q2475A
HP LaserJet 2300dtn Q2476A
32 MB, 288 MB maximum 30,000 pages per month Tray 1: 100-sheet Tray 2: 250-sheet 350 sheets
48 MB, 304 MB maximum 50,000 pages per month Tray 1: 100-sheet Tray 2: 250-sheet Tray 3: 500-sheet 850 sheets 250 sheets
Input Capacity, Max Output Capacity, Std Media Size Weight Types Print Technology Connectivity Languages Wireless Operating Systems Network Operating Systems Interfaces Dimensions (w by d by h) Printer Dimensions Weight Whats in the Box

Tray 1: 3 x 5 in to 8.5 x 14 in; Tray 2: 5.8 x 8.3 in to 8.5 x 14 in; Tray 3: 8.5 x 11 in to 8.3 x 11.7 in; built-in duplexer: 8.3 x 11.7 to 8.5 x 14 in Tray 1: 16 to 28 lb (main tray to output bin); 16 to 43 lb (main tray to straight-through media path); Tray 2,3: 16 to 28 lb Paper (plain, soft gloss, tough, premium, multipurpose, office, recycled), envelopes, transparencies, labels, cards (index) HP LaserJet Smart print cartridge 6K1, HP ProRes 1200 (1200 x 1200 dpi), HP FastRes (1200 dpi quality) HP PCL 5e, HP PCL 6, HP Postscript 3 emulation, HP-GL/2 Optional 802.11b, Bluetooth Microsoft Windows 95, 98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, XP, 2003 server; Apple Macintosh OS 8.6, 9.x, 10.1, 10.2 and greater; Optional: UNIX, Linux, IBM OS/2 Via HP Jetdirect print servers: Microsoft Windows 95, 98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, XP; Novell NetWare 3.2, 4.2, 5.x, 6; Apple Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x, 10.1 or later; Red Hat Linux 6.x and later; SuSE Linux 6.x and later; HP-UX 10.20, 11.x; Solaris 2.5x, 2.6, 7, 8 (SPARC systems only); IBM AIX 3.2.5 and later (requires software from the NOS vendor); MPE-iX IEEE 1284 ECP-compliant, B-size bidirectional parallel port, 1 USB 1.1 port, 1 open EIO slot IEEE 1284 ECP-compliant, B-size bidirectional parallel port, 1 USB 1.1 port, HP Jetdirect 615n Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-TX) internal network print server in EIO slot 16.2 x 17.7 x 10.2 in 31.3 lb HP LaserJet 2300d printer, power cord, control panel label, print cartridge, 100-sheet multipurpose tray, 250-sheet input tray, built-in duplex unit, software and documentation on CD-ROM, getting started guide 16.2 x 17.7 x 15.6 in 41.2 lb HP LaserJet 2300dtn printer, power cord, control panel label, print cartridge, 100-sheet multipurpose tray, 250-sheet input tray, 500-sheet input tray, HP Jetdirect 615n Fast Ethernet (10/100Base-Tx) internal network print server, built-in duplex unit, software and documentation on CD-ROM, getting started guide
HP LaserJet 2300L printer, power cord, control panel label, print cartridge, 100-sheet multipurpose tray, 250-sheet input tray, software and documentation on CD-ROM, getting started guide
HP LaserJet 2300 printer, power cord, control panel label, print cartridge, 100-sheet multipurpose tray, 250-sheet input tray, software and documentation on CD-ROM, getting started guide

HP LaserJet 2300n printer, power cord, control panel label, print cartridge, 100-sheet multipurpose tray, 250-sheet input tray, HP Jetdirect 615n Fast Ethernet (10/100Base-Tx) internal network print server, software and documentation on CD-ROM, getting started guide
HP LaserJet 2300dn printer, power cord, control panel label, print cartridge, 100-sheet multipurpose tray, 250-sheet input tray, HP Jetdirect 615n Fast Ethernet (10/100Base-Tx) internal network print server, built-in duplex unit, software and documentation on CD-ROM, getting started guide

ordering information

number Q2477A Q2472A Q2474A Q2473A Q2475A Q2476A description HP LaserJet HP LaserJet HP LaserJet HP LaserJet HP LaserJet HP LaserJet 2300L Printer 2300 Printer 2300d Printer 2300n Printer 2300dn Printer 2300dtn Printer
service and support U3790E HP Care Pack, 3-year, next day exchange U3789E HP Care Pack, 3-year, return-to-HP U3791E HP Care Pack, 3-year, next-day, onsite response supplies and accessories C4793B 250-sheet tray and feeder unit C7065B 500-sheet tray and feeder unit print cartridges Q2610A Q2610D media HPJ1124 C4179A Q2419A HPJ1424 HPP1122 HPM1120 HPU1120 92296T cables C2950A C2951A C6518A memory C7842A C7843A C7845A Q1887A C9121A network J4135A J6057A J6058A J4167A J3111A J3110A HP LaserJet Smart print cartridge, 6K pages1 Dual Pack (Q2610A) 6K pages per box1 HP HP HP HP HP HP HP HP LaserJet Paper, letter, 500-sheet Soft Gloss Laser Paper, letter, 200-sheet High Gloss Laser Paper, letter, 200-sheet LaserJet Paper, legal, 500-sheet Printing Paper, letter, 500-sheet Multipurpose Paper, letter, 500-sheet Premium Choice LaserJet Paper, letter, 500-sheet LaserJet Monochrome Transparencies, letter, 50-sheet
environmental ranges Operating temperature: 59 to 89 F (15 to 32.5 C) Storage temperature: -4 to 104 F (-20 to 40 C) Operating humidity: 10 to 80% RH non-condensing Storage humidity: 10 to 90% RH power requirements Source: 110-volt models: 110 to 127 volts ( 10%) Frequency: Autoranging 50 to 60 Hz ( 3 Hz) power consumption Printing: 394 watts (2300L), 426 watts (2300/d/n/dn/dtn) Standby: < 10 watts Powersave: < 10 watts ENERGY STAR, Blue Angel compliant acoustics Noise level per ISO 9296 Sound power: 6.6 B(A) (2300L), 6.7 B(A) (2300/d/n/dn/dtn) Sound pressure: 59 dB(A) product certification Safety Certifications: USA (UL-UL60950, FCC-CISPR22 CI. B #, FDA-21 CFR Ch. 1, Subch J, Class 1 Laser/LED product), Canada (cUL-UL 60950, Industry Canada ICES 003-CISPR 22 CI. B #). Certifications applicable to voltage associated with country option. Electromagnetic Compatibility: Industry Canada ICES 003-CISPR22 (Canada), FCC Title 47 CFR Part 15 Class (USA) warranty 1-year limited warranty, return-to-HP

HP IEEE 1284-compliant bidirectional parallel cable, 2-meter HP IEEE 1284-compliant bidirectional parallel cable, 3-meter HP USB A to B cable, 2-meter 8 MB SDRAM DIMM 16 MB SDRAM DIMM 32 MB SDRAM DIMM 64 MB SDRAM DIMM 128 MB SDRAM DIMM HP Jetdirect connectivity card for USB, serial, and LocalTalk connections HP Jetdirect 615n Fast Ethernet 10/100Base-TX internal print server HP Jetdirect 680n 80211b wireless internal print server HP Jetdirect 610n Token Ring internal EIO print server HP Jetdirect 600n Ethernet 10Base-T/10Base2/Local Talk internal print server HP Jetdirect 600 Ethernet 10Base-T internal print server

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2003, 2004 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. ENERGY STAR and the Energy Star logo are U.S. registered service marks of the United States Environmental Protection Agency. PostScript is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. UNIX is a registered trademark of the Open Group. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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