1,500-sheet tray and feeder unit

Q2444A

Envelope feeder Duplexer (duplex printing accessory) 500-sheet stacker 500-sheet stapler/stacker 1,000-staple cartridge Stapler unit
Q2438A Q2439A Q2442A Q2443A Q3216A Q3216-60501

Storage cabinet

Q2445A
Memory, fonts, and mass storage
SDRAM DIMM (dual inline memory module) 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB C7842A C7843A C7845A Q9680A Q9121A DIMM for storing fonts and forms if an EIO slot is not available.
Boosts the ability of the printer to handle large or complex print jobs (maximum 416 MB with HP-brand DIMMs).

Cables and interfaces

Parallel cables 2-meter IEEE-1284 cable 3-meter IEEE-1284 cable C2950A C2951A HP Jetdirect print server cards for connecting to a network. J4167A J6057A
EIO cards Token Ring networks Fast Ethernet (10/100Base-TX single RJ-45 port) Connectivity card for USB, Serial, and LocalTalk

Flash DIMM 2 MB 4 MB 8 MB 12 MB C4286A C4287A C8530A C7867A
Font DIMM Korean Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese D4838A C4293A C4292A J6054B
8-MB font DIMM for printing Korean, simplified Chinese, and traditional Chinese characters.

EIO hard disk

Greater than 5-GB permanent storage for fonts and forms. Also used for making multiple original prints and for job-storage features.
For directly connecting the printer to a PC.

J4135A

Ordering information 19

Documentation

print media guide for the HP

5980-8424 ENUS

A guide to using paper and other print media with HP LaserJet printers (English only). To obtain an updated version of the media guide, go to http://www.hp.com/support/lj4200 or to http://www.hp.com/support/lj4300.
LaserJet family of printers
HP LaserJet 4200/4300 series CD-ROM English, French, Italian, Spanish, German, Dutch, Portuguese, Hebrew, Greek English, Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish, Czech, Hungarian, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, French English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Thai Q2431-60104
An additional copy of the CD-ROM containing software, the use guide, and Readmes.
Note: These items are also available for download at no cost by visiting http://www.hp.com. In the Select your country/ region field at the top of the Web browser, select your country/region and click the Support block.

Maintenance

Printer maintenance kit 110 V printer kit (HP LaserJet 4200 series) 110 V printer kit (HP LaserJet 4300 series) 220 V printer kit (HP LaserJet 4200 series) 220 V printer kit (HP LaserJet 4300 series) Q2429A Q2436A Q2430A Q2437A
20 Chapter 1 Printer basics

Q2431-60105

Q2431-60106
Note: The PCL 5e printer driver is not available on the Asian-language CD-ROM. You can download the PCL 5e driver from the Internet at http://www.hp.com/support/lj4200 or at http://www.hp.com/support/lj4300.

For duplex (two-sided) printing and stapling from tray 1, load the front side facing down and the top edge toward the printer. For duplex printing and stapling from all other trays, load the front side facing up and the top edge toward you.

Stapling documents

The optional stapler/stacker can staple jobs of up to 15 sheets of paper (20-lb paper). The stapler can staple letter-, A4-, or legal-size paper. Paper weight can range from 60 to 120 g/m2 (16 to 32 lb). Heavier paper might have a stapling limit of fewer than 15 sheets. If the job you want stapled consists of only one sheet, or if it consists of more than 15 sheets, the printer will print the job to the bin, but the printer will not staple the job. The stapler supports paper only. Do not try to staple other types of print media, such as transparencies or labels.
When you are ready to have the printer staple a document, select stapling in the software. You can usually select the stapler in your program or printer driver, although some options might be available only in the printer driver. Where and how you make selections depends on your program or printer driver. If you cannot select the stapler in the program or printer driver, select the stapler at the printer control panel. (You might need to configure the printer driver to recognize the optional stapler/ stacker. You need to set this setting only once. See the printer driver online Help for details.) The stapler will accept print jobs if it is out of staples, but the pages will not be stapled. The print driver can be configured to disable the staple option if staples are out.
To select the stapler in the software (Windows)
On the File menu, click Print, and then click Properties. Select the stapler according to which driver you are using: PCL: On the Finishing tab, select Staple. PS: On the Advanced tab, open the Document Options section, open the Printer Features section, select Stapling Options/Output Destinations, and then select One Staple Angled/Stapler.
To select the stapler in the software (Mac)
On the File menu, click Print, and then select Finishing from the selectable print options. In the Output Destination dialog box, select the Stapler option. In the Stapler dialog box, select the stapler style.

Selecting which tray is used for printing 49
Selecting the correct fuser mode
The printer automatically adjusts the fuser mode based on the paper type to which the tray is set. For example, heavy paper (such as card stock) might need a higher fuser-mode setting (such as HIGH 2) in order to make the toner adhere better to the page, but transparencies need the LOW fuser-mode setting to avoid damage to the printer. The default fuser mode is NORMAL for all types except transparencies (default is LOW), and rough paper (default is HIGH 1). The default setting generally provides the best performance for most print media types. The fuser mode can be changed only if the paper type has been set for the tray that you are using. (See Printing by type and size of paper (locking trays) on page 48.) After the paper type has been set for the tray, then the fuser mode for that type can be changed on the Print Quality submenu at the printer control panel. (See Print Quality submenu on page 159.) Note Using a higher fuser mode (such as HIGH 1 or HIGH 2) improves the ability of the toner to adhere to paper, but it might cause other problems, such as excessive curl. The printer might print at a slower speed when the fuser mode is set to HIGH 1 or HIGH 2. To reset the fuser modes to the default settings, open the Configure Device menu at the printer control panel. On the Print Quality submenu, select FUSER MODES, and then select RESTORE MODES.

Printing envelopes

You can print envelopes from tray 1 or the optional envelope feeder. Tray 1 holds up to 10 envelopes and supports standard or custom sizes. The optional envelope feeder holds up to 75 envelopes and supports only standard envelope sizes. For printing on any size of envelope, make sure to set the margins in your program at least 15 mm (0.6 inch) from the edge of the envelope. Printing performance depends on the construction of the envelope. Always test a few sample envelopes before purchasing a large quantity. For envelope specifications, see Envelopes on page 191. WARNING! Never use envelopes with coated linings, exposed self-stick adhesives, or other synthetic materials. These items can emit noxious fumes. Envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated linings, exposed self-stick adhesives, or other synthetic materials can severely damage the printer. To avoid jamming and possible printer damage, never try to print on both sides of an envelope. Before you load envelopes, make that sure they are flat and not damaged or stuck together. Do not use envelopes with pressure-sensitive adhesive. Note The printer might print at a slower speed when printing envelopes.

CAUTION

Printing envelopes 51
Loading envelopes in tray 1
Many types of envelopes can be printed from tray 1. Up to 10 can be stacked in the tray. (See Envelopes on page 191 for specifications.)

Fold down the envelope-feeder tray. Lift the envelope weight. Squeeze the release lever that is located on the left envelope guide and slide the guides apart. Load envelopes with the front side facing up, and the postage-end toward the printer. (Stack envelopes no higher than the arrows on the guides.) Slides the envelopes into the printer as far as they will go without forcing them. The envelopes at the bottom of the stack should slide in slightly further than the envelopes at the top of the stack. Adjust the guides to touch the envelopes without bending them. Lower the envelope weight onto the envelopes. To reduce curl and jams, open the rear output bin to use the straight-through paper path. (See Printing to the rear output bin on page 37.)
Note Select the envelope size in one of these locations, trying them in this order: in the program, in the printer driver, or on the Paper Handling menu at the printer control panel. (See Paper Handling menu on page 154.)

Printing special paper

This section discusses printing on types of paper that require special handling: Printing labels on page 58 Printing transparencies on page 59 Printing letterhead, prepunched, or preprinted paper (single-sided) on page 60 Printing on paper with a special finish on page 61 Printing small sizes, custom sizes, or heavy paper on page 62 and Setting custom paper sizes on page 63 Setting custom paper sizes on page 63
Printing special paper 57

Printing labels

Use only labels recommended for use in laser printers. Make sure that labels meet the correct specifications. (See Labels on page 190.)
Do: Print a stack of up to 50 label sheets from tray 1 or a stack of up to 100 label sheets from other trays. Load labels in tray 1 with the front side facing up, and the top, short edge toward the printer. For other trays, load paper with the front side facing down, and the top edge toward you. Try opening the rear output bin to reduce curl and other problems. (See Printing to the rear output bin on page 37.) Load the trays to maximum capacity because labels are heavier than paper. Use labels that are separating from the backing sheet, wrinkled, or damaged in any way. Use labels that have the backing sheet exposed. (Labels must cover the entire backing sheet with no exposed spaces.) Feed a sheet of labels through the printer more than once. The adhesive backing is designed for only one pass through the printer. Print on both sides of labels. Print on sheets from which labels have been removed.

Fit to Page

Some versions of the printer driver include a feature called Fit to Page that lets you scale the page image from any page size to any page size. You can do this either by a numeric percentage or by specifying a different paper size scale. See the printer driver online Help for more information about the Fit to Page feature.

Printing booklets

Some versions of the printer driver let you control the printing of booklets when duplexing. You can select binding on the left or right side on Letter, Legal, or A4 paper size. See the printer driver online Help for more information about the printing booklets feature.

Printing a watermark

A watermark is a notice, such as Confidential, printed in the background of each page in a document. Check the driver for available options, or see the printer driver online Help for more information.
Printing on a different first page
Follow these instructions for printing a first page that is different from other pages in the print job. 1 For Windows, select Use different paper for first page in your printer driver. Select one tray (or Manual Feed) for the first page and one of the other trays for the remaining pages. Place the paper for the first page in tray 1 (or whichever tray you selected). (For manual feed, place paper in tray 1 after the job is sent to the printer and the printer requests paper.) For loading tray 1, place the paper with the side to be printed up and the top facing the rear of the printer. For Macintosh computers, select First from and Remaining from in the Print dialog box. Note Where and how you make selections depends on your program or associated printer driver. Some options might be available only in the printer driver. 2 Load the paper for the remaining pages of the document in another tray. You can select the first and remaining pages by type of paper. For more information, see Manually feeding paper from tray 1 on page 49.
Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paper (pages per sheet)
You can print more than one page on a single sheet of paper. This feature is available in some printer drivers, and provides a cost-effective way to print draft pages. To print more than one page on a sheet of paper, look for a Layout or Pages Per Sheet option in the printer driver.
Using printer driver features 69
Using job-storage features
The printer supports four distinct job-storage features that allow printing to be initiated from the printer control panel after the print job is sent from the computer: quick copy, proof and hold, private job, and stored job. Some features are available without an optional hard disk installed, but to use all of the job-storage features, you must install an optional hard disk accessory in the printer and properly configure the drivers. (For information about ordering accessories, see Ordering information on page 17.) To support job-storage features for complex jobs, HP recommends that you install additional memory. (See Ordering information on page 17.) CAUTION Make sure that you identify your jobs in the printer driver before printing. Using default names might override previous jobs with the same default name or cause the job to be deleted. If you turn the printer power off, all quick copy, proof and hold, and private jobs are deleted. A job can also be deleted at the printer control panel.

Deleting a private job

A private job is automatically deleted after the user releases it for printing, unless the user selects the Stored Job option in the printer driver. (In order to store a job, the printer must have an optional hard disk installed.) Note If you turn the printer power off, all quick copy, proof and hold, and private jobs are deleted. A private job can also be deleted at the printer control panel before it is ever printed.

To delete a private job

Press SELECT ( Use UP ARROW ( ( ). Use UP ARROW ( ( ). Use UP ARROW ( SELECT ( ). ) to open the menus. ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) to scroll to RETRIEVE JOB, and then press SELECT ) to scroll to the user name, and then press SELECT ) to scroll to the user or job name, and then press ).
Use UP ARROW ( ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) to scroll to DELETE, and then press SELECT ( (A lock symbol appears next to DELETE.)
You are prompted to enter the PIN number. Use UP ARROW ( ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) to change the first number of the PIN, and then press SELECT ( ). An * appears in place of the number. Repeat these steps to change the remaining three numbers of the PIN.
Using job-storage features 73

Storing a print job

You can download a print job to the optional hard disk without printing it. You can then print the job at any time at the printer control panel. For example, you might want to download a personnel form, calendar, time sheet, or accounting form that other users can gain access to and print.

To store a print job

To store a print job permanently on the optional hard disk, select the Stored Job option in the driver when printing the job.

To print a stored job

Deleting a stored job
Jobs stored on the optional hard disk can be deleted at the printer control panel.

To delete a stored job

Managing and maintaining the printer
This section explains how to manage and maintain the printer. Using the embedded Web server on page 76 Managing the print cartridge on page 80 Configuring e-mail alerts on page 79 Checking the printer configuration on page 83 Cleaning the printer on page 87 Cleaning the fuser on page 89 (cleaning manually or automatically) Performing preventative maintenance on page 91 Replacing the stapler unit on page 92

Cleaning the printer

Use the cleaning procedure on the following page every time you change the print cartridge or whenever print-quality problems occur. As much as possible, keep the printer free from dust and debris. Clean the outside of the printer with a slightly water-dampened cloth. Clean the inside with a dry, lint-free cloth.
Do not use ammonia-based cleaners on or around the printer. While cleaning the printer, be careful not to touch the transfer roller (the black, rubber roller located underneath the print cartridge). Skin oils on the roller can cause print-quality problems.

Cleaning the printer 87

Cleaning the inside of the printer
Use these steps to clean dust and residue from the inside of the printer.
To clean the inside of the printer
2 Turn the printer power off and unplug the power cord. Open the top cover and remove the print cartridge.
WARNING! Avoid reaching too far into the printer. The adjacent fusing area might be hot.
CAUTION To prevent damage to the print cartridge, do not expose it to light for more than a few minutes. Wipe any dust or dirt off the paper feed guides (shaded areas) with a dry, lint-free cloth.
Note If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold water. (Hot water sets toner into fabric.) 5 Using the green handle, lift the paper-access plate and wipe off any residue with a dry, lint-free cloth. Reinstall the print cartridge, close the top cover, plug in the power cord, and turn the printer power on.

Cleaning the fuser

Run the printer cleaning page to keep the fuser free of toner and paper particles that can sometimes accumulate. Accumulation of toner and particles can cause specks to appear on the front or back side of your print jobs. (See Specks on page 125.) To ensure optimum print quality, HP recommends that you use the cleaning page every time you replace the print cartridge or on an automatic interval that you can set up. If you have an optional duplexer installed, you must run cleaning pages manually. The cleaning procedure takes about 2.5 minutes to complete. A message (either CREATING CLEANING PAGE or CLEANING) appears on the printer control panel display while the cleaning is taking place.
Running the cleaning page manually
In order for the cleaning page to work properly, print the page on copier-grade paper (not bond, heavy, or rough paper). If you have an optional duplexer installed, this cleaning method is the only one you can use. To ensure that automatic cleaning is off, see Running the cleaning page automatically on page 90.
To run the cleaning page manually
7 If a duplexer is installed, open the rear output bin. Press SELECT ( Use UP ARROW ( SELECT ( ). Use UP ARROW ( SELECT ( ). ) to open the menus. ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) to scroll to CONFIGURE DEVICE, and then press ) to scroll to PRINT QUALITY, and then press ) to scroll to CREATE CLEANING PAGE, and then

The EIO disk is full. Delete files from the EIO disk and then try again. Use the Device Storage Manager in HP Web Jetadmin to download or delete files and fonts. (See the HP Web Jetadmin software Help for more information.)
The EIO disk is protected, and no new files can be written to it. Use the Device Storage Manager in HP Web Jetadmin to disable the write protection.
The optional duplexer has an error. Turn off the printer power and reattach the optional duplexer. (Any print jobs at the printer might be lost.)
The disk accessory in EIO slot [X] is initializing. The EIO disk is not working correctly. 1. 2. Remove the EIO disk from the slot indicated by [X]. (See To remove an installed EIO card or mass storage device (optional hard disk) on page 173.) Replace it with a new EIO disk. (See To install EIO cards or mass storage devices on page 173.)

EIO [X] disk spinning up

The disk accessory in EIO slot [X] is initializing.
Understanding printer messages 115

ENV FEEDER LOAD [SIZE]

A job has been sent to the optional envelope feeder and the feeder is not loaded with the correct envelope size. 1. 2. 3. Load the correct size in the feeder. Make sure that the envelope size is set correctly on the Paper Handling menu at the printer control panel. (See Paper Handling menu on page 154.) Pressing PAUSE/RESUME will prompt a question asking if you would rather print on another ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) to available size of envelope in the printer. Use UP ARROW ( scroll through the available sizes, and then press SELECT ( ) to select one.
For help press FLASH FILE OPERATION FAILED For help press FLASH FILE SYSTEM IS FULL For help press FLASH IS WRITE PROTECTED For help press INSERT OR CLOSE TRAY [XX] For help press INSTALL CARTRIDGE For help press INSTALL FUSER For help press
The flash DIMM is protected, and no new files can be written to it. Use Device Storage Manager in HP Web Jetadmin to disable the write protection. (See the HP Web Jetadmin software Help for more information.)
The specified tray is open or missing. Insert or close the tray for printing to continue.
The print cartridge has been removed and must be reinstalled for printing to continue. Make sure that the print cartridge is fully inserted. The fuser is not fully seated or has been removed and must be reinstalled for printing to continue. 1. 2. If the fuser is in the printer, remove and reinstall it. If the fuser is not in the printer, install it. Push the fuser firmly into the printer until the blue levers on both sides click into place.
WARNING! The fuser is very hot. To avoid minor burns, wait 30 minutes for the fuser to cool before removing it from the printer.

FLASH DEVICE FAILURE

The flash DIMM had a critical failure and no longer can be used. Remove the flash DIMM and replace it with a new one. (See To install memory on page 170.)

See Repeating defects on See Repeating image on page 127 page 128
See Misformed characters See Page skew on on page 128 page 128
See Curl or wave on page 128
See Wrinkles or creases on page 129
See Vertical white lines on See Tire tracks on page 129 page 129
See White spots on black on page 129
See Scattered lines on page 130.
See Blurred print on page 130.
Light print (partial page)
3 Make sure that the print cartridge is fully installed. The toner level in the print cartridge might be low. Replace the print cartridge. Maintenance might be due. Check this by printing a copy of the supplies status page. (See Supplies status page on page 85). If maintenance is due, order and install the printer maintenance kit. (See Performing preventative maintenance on page 91.)
Light print (entire page)
5 Make sure that the print cartridge is fully installed. Make sure that the EconoMode setting is turned off at the control panel and in the printer driver. (See ECONOMODE on page 161.) Open the Configure Device menu at the printer control panel. Open the Print Quality submenu and increase the TONER DENSITY setting. (See TONER DENSITY on page 161.) Try using a different type of paper. The print cartridge might be almost empty. Replace the print cartridge.

Specks

Specks might appear on a page after a jam has been cleared. Print a few more pages to see if the problem corrects itself. Clean the inside of the printer and run a manual cleaning page to clean the fuser. (See Cleaning the printer on page 87 and Running the cleaning page manually on page 89.) If specks occur frequently, you can set the printer to run a cleaning page automatically, if the printer does not have an optional duplexer installed. (See Running the cleaning page automatically on page 90.) Try using a different type of paper. Check the print cartridge for leaks. If the print cartridge is leaking, replace it.
Correcting print-quality problems 125

Dropouts

Make sure that the environmental specifications for the printer are being met. (See General specifications on page 195.) If the paper is rough, and the toner easily rubs off, open the Configure Device menu at the printer control panel. Open the Print Quality submenu, select FUSER MODES, and then select the paper type you are using. Change the setting to HIGH 1 or HIGH 2, which helps the toner fuse more completely onto the paper. (See FUSER MODES on page 160.) Try using a smoother paper.
Print a few more pages to see if the problem corrects itself. Clean the inside of the printer and run a manual cleaning page to clean the fuser. (See Cleaning the printer on page 87 and Running the cleaning page manually on page 89.) Replace the print cartridge. Maintenance might be due. Check this by printing a copy of the supplies status page. (See Supplies status page on page 85.) If maintenance is due, order and install the printer maintenance kit. (See Performing preventative maintenance on page 91.)

Determining printer problems 135
Troubleshooting flowchart for Macintosh users
1 Can you print from a program?
YES NO The Macintosh computer is not communicating with the printer. Auto Setup did not automatically set up The printer driver icon does the printer. not appear in the Chooser (OS 9) or Print Center (OS X). Go to step 2.
Make sure that READY appears on the printer control panel display. (See the first page of Troubleshooting flowchart on page 131.) Make sure that the correct printer driver is selected in the left half of the Chooser (OS 9) or Print Center (OS X). Then make sure that the desired printer name is selected (highlighted) on the right half of the Chooser or Print Center. There will be an icon next to the printer name after the driver has been set up and configured with the PPD. If the printer resides on a network with multiple zones, make sure that the correct zone is selected in the AppleTalk Zones box in the Chooser (OS 9) or Print Center (OS X). Make sure that the correct printer has been selected in the Chooser (OS 9) or Print Center (OS X) by printing a configuration. (See Configuration page on page 83.) Make sure that the name of the printer shown on the configuration page matches the printer in the Chooser or Print Center. Make sure that AppleTalk is active. (Select this in the Chooser [OS 9] or Print Center [OS X] or in the AppleTalk control panel, whichever applies for your OS version.) Make sure that the computer and printer are on the same network. Open Control Panels on the Apple menu and select the Network (or the AppleTalk) control panel, and then select the correct network (for example, LocalTalk or EtherNet).
Set up the printer manually by selecting Configure (OS 9). Reinstall the printer software. (See the getting started [start] guide.) Select an alternate PPD. (See Selecting an alternate PPD on page 138.) The PPD might have been renamed. If so, select the renamed PPD. (See Selecting an alternate PPD on page 138.) Auto Setup works only in AppleTalkand USB-connected devices.
Make sure that the Apple LaserWriter 8 Chooser (OS 9) or Print Center (OS X) extension resides in the Extensions folder. If the Chooser or Print Center is not present anywhere on your system, contact Apple Computer, Inc.
2 Does the job print as expected?
YES NO The print job is not sent to the desired printer. Another printer with the same or similar name might have received the print job. Verify that the printer name matches the name selected in the Chooser (OS 9) or Print Center (OS X). (See Selecting an alternate PPD on page 138.) The print job has incorrect fonts. If you are printing an.eps file, try downloading the fonts contained in the.eps file to the printer before printing. Use the HP LaserJet Utility. (See HP LaserJet Utility on page 32.) If the document is not printing with New York, Geneva, or Monaco fonts, open the Page Setup dialog box, and select Options to clear substituted fonts. The computer cannot be used while the printer is printing. Select Print in Background on the Background Printing menu in the Print dialog box. Status messages will be redirected to the Desktop Print Monitor, allowing the computer to continue working while the printer is printing. For other problems, check the Contents, the Index, or the printer online Help.

Use the following table to determine approximate equivalent points in weight specifications other than U.S. bond weight. For example, to determine the equivalent of 20 lb U.S. bond weight paper in U.S. cover weight, locate the bond weight (in row 3, second column) and scan across the row to the cover weight (in the fourth column). The equivalent is 28 lb. Shaded areas indicate a standard weight for that grade.
U.S. postcard1 thickness (mm)

U.S. bond weight (lb)

U.S. text/book weight (lb)

U.S. cover weight (lb)

U.S. Bristol weight (lb)

U.S. index weight (lb)

U.S. tag weight (lb)

Metric weight (g/m2)

0.40 0.45 0.72

98 100

120 123

146 150

162 166

264 271

68 70b 74 80
1. U.S. postcard measurements are approximate. Use for reference only. 2. Text and book grades actually calculate out to 51, 61, 71, and 81, but are standardized to book/text weights of 50, 60, 70, and 80.

Paper specifications 189

Labels
CAUTION To avoid damaging the printer, use only labels recommended for use in laser printers. If you have problems printing labels, use tray 1 and open the rear output bin. Do not print on the same sheet of labels more than oncepeeling, adhesive contamination, and printer damage might result.

Label construction

When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component: Adhesives: The adhesive material should be stable at 230 C (446 F), the printers maximum temperature. Arrangement: Use only labels with no exposed backing between them. Labels can peel off sheets that have spaces between the labels, causing serious jams. Curl: Prior to printing, labels must lie flat with no more than 13 mm (0.5 inch) of curl in any direction. Condition: Do not use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of separation.
To print sheets of labels, see Printing labels on page 58.
Transparencies used in the printer must be able to withstand 230 C (446 F), the printers maximum temperature. Close the rear output bin to print transparencies to the top output bin. If you have problems printing transparencies, use tray 1 and print to the top output bin. Be sure to remove each transparency from the output bin as it prints to keep them from sticking together. CAUTION To avoid damaging the printer, use only transparencies recommended for use in laser printers. To print transparencies, see Printing transparencies on page 59.
190 Appendix D Specifications

Transparencies

Envelopes

Envelope construction

Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between manufacturers, but also within a box from the same manufacturer. Successful printing on envelopes depends upon the quality of the envelopes. When selecting envelopes, consider the components listed below. Many envelope manufacturers are now making envelopes optimized for laser printers. Weight: The weight of the envelope paper should be 75 to 105 /m2 (20 to 28 lb), or jamming might result. Construction: Prior to printing, envelopes should lie flat with less than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl, and should not contain air. (Envelopes that trap air might cause problems.) Condition: Make sure that envelopes are not wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. Sizes in tray 1: Standard and custom sizes from 76 by 127 mm (3 by 5 inch) to 216 by 356 mm (8.5 by 14 inch). Sizes in the optional envelope feeder: Standard sizes from Monarch (#7-3/ 4) (98 by 191 mm, or 3.9 by 7.5 inch) to B5 (ISO) (176 by 250 mm, or 6.9 by 9.8 inch).

Plastics

Plastic parts over 25 grams are marked according to international standards that enhance the ability to identify plastics for recycling purposes at the end of the products life.
HP LaserJet printing supplies
In many countries/regions, this products printing supplies (for example the print cartridge, drum, and fuser) can be returned to HP through the HP Printing Supplies Returns and Recycling Program. An easy-to-use and free takeback program is available in more than 48 countries/ regions. Multi-lingual program information and instructions are included in every new HP LaserJet print cartridge and supplies package.
198 Appendix E Regulatory information
HP Printing Supplies Returns and Recycling program information
Since 1990, the HP Printing Supplies Returns and Recycling program has collected millions of used LaserJet print cartridges that otherwise might have been discarded in the worlds landfills. The HP LaserJet print cartridges and supplies are collected and bulk shipped to our resource and recovery partners who disassemble the cartridge. After a thorough quality inspection, selected parts are reclaimed for use in new print cartridges. Remaining materials are separated and converted into raw materials for use by other industries to make a variety of useful products. U.S. returns For a more environmentally responsible return of used cartridges and supplies, HP encourages the use of bulk returns. Simply bundle two or more cartridges together and use the single, prepaid, pre-addressed UPS label that is supplied in the package. For more information in the U.S., call (1-800-340-2445) or visit the HP LaserJet Supplies website at http://www.hp.com/recycle. Non-U.S. returns Non-U.S. customers should call their local HP sales and service office or visit the http://www.hp.com/recycle website for further information regarding availability of the HP Supplies Returns and Recycling Program.
This product is capable of using recycled papers when the paper meets the guidelines outlined in the HP LaserJet Printer Family Paper Specification Guide. (See Ordering information on page 17.) This product is suitable for the use of recycled paper according to DIN 19309.

Material restrictions

This HP product does not contain added mercury. This HP product contains lead in solder that might require special handling at end-of-life. This HP product does not contain batteries. For recycling information, you can contact http://www.hp.com/recycle, your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance at http://www.eiae.org.

EIO cards bad transmission error 111 buffer overflow error 110 critical errors 114 disk errors 115 installing 173 ordering 17 part numbers 19 settings 165 slots 169 electrical specifications 194, 195 e-mail alerts 79 e-mail page (embedded Web server) 78 embedded Web server e-mail alerts, configuring 79 features 76 information pages 77 network pages 78 opening 76 ordering parts and accessories 17 settings pages 78 toner status page 81 viewing pages 77 EMI statement 201 Energy Star 198 envelope feeder bad connection message 114 envelope specifications 185 installing 54 load error messages 116 loading 53, 56 locating 15 locking 48 ordering 17 paper jams 99 part number 18 settings 48, 154 specifications 51 envelopes default size, setting 157 margins 51 printing from envelope feeder 53, 56 printing from tray setting size 154 specifications 183, 191 wrinkled, troubleshooting 129 environmental specifications 195 environmental stewardship program 198 error messages alphabetical 114 clearing persistent 109 numerical 110 settings 163 escape characters 176 ethernet cards, part numbers 19 EtherTalk setting 165 event log 84 event log page (embedded Web server) 77

EconoMode setting 161

face-up bin. See rear output bin factory defaults, restoring 166 FastRes resolution 10, 160 FCC regulations 197 features, printer 10 feed rollers, replacing 91

Index 205

feeder units description 11 illustration 15 locking and unlocking 16 moving 16 See also trays film, transparency. See transparencies Finland laser statement 202 firmware error messages 111 first page, different 69 Fit to Page 68 flash DIMMs error messages 116 installing 170 ordering 17 part numbers 19 types of 169 Flip Pages Up binding option 67 flowchart, troubleshooting 131 font DIMMs installing 170 ordering 17 part numbers 19 fonts list, printing 86 PCL commands 177 printer features 10 settings 158 troubleshooting Macintosh 137 troubleshooting PS 140 verifying installed 84 form lines, settings 158 form, Service Information 149 formatter error messages 112 fraud hotline 145 fuser cleaning 89 error messages 111, 116, 118 locating 14 modes 160 paper jams 104 replacing 91 speed 10
help control panel 25 customer support 144 printer driver 8, 31 HP fraud hotline 145 HP Jetdirect print server administrators guide 7 configuring with embedded Web server 78 installing 173 locating 15 models including 12 settings 165 troubleshooting 141 HP LaserJet paper 21 HP LaserJet Soft Gloss paper 21 HP LaserJet tough paper 23 HP LaserJet transparencies 23 HP LaserJet Utility, Macintosh 32 HP Multipurpose paper 21 HP Office paper 22 HP Premium Choice LaserJet paper 22 HP Printing paper 23 HP Printing Supplies Returns and Recycling Program 198 HP Software License Terms 150 HP SupportPacks 145 HP UltraPrecise toner 10 HP Web Jetadmin checking toner level 81 e-mail alerts, configuring 79 features 33 HP-GL/2 commands 175 HP-UX software 34 humidity specifications 195

hp hardware

environmental profile

published 12/02

Hewlett-Packard Company Shared Printer Organization POB 15 Boise, ID USA 83707-0015 product description
Model: HP LaserJet Series 4300 Printers
Models: Weight, Width x Depth x Height HP LaserJet 4300 (Q2431A): HP LaserJet 4300n (Q2432A): HP LaserJet 4300tn (Q2433A): HP LaserJet 4300dtn(Q2434A): 20 kg, 41.2 x 43.9 x 36.6 cm 20 kg, 41.2 x 43.9 x 36.6 cm 27 kg, 41.2 x 43.9 x 48.8 cm 30 kg, 41.2 x 52.0 x 48.8 cm
HP LaserJet 4300dtns (Q2435A): 33 kg, 41.2 x 52.0 x 68.0 cm HP LaserJet 4300dtnsl (Q2448A): 34 kg, 41.2 x 52.0 x 74.0 cm (Measurements provided are for a non-packaged product)
environmental certifications other features
This product conforms to the following voluntary environmental program criteria: ENERGY STAR
HP has designed this product with the following additional features to help the user conserve resources: Instant-On Fusingsaves energy Automatic Two-Sided Printing (Duplexer Accessory)saves paper N-Up Printingsaves paper Draft Quality Printing Optionsaves toner/ink and paper 1 year 1/3 years, Optional 5 years after end of production 5 years after end of production
warranty, service & options
Standard Warranty: Extended Warranty: Spare Parts Available: Service Available:
The product can be upgraded, or its useful life extended as follows: Expandable Memory Optional Network Connectivity Optional Accessories (Automatic Duplexer, 500-Sheet Feeder, 1500-sheet Feeder, 75Sheet Envelope Feeder, 500-Sheet Stacker, 500-Sheet Stapler/Stacker, Network Connectivity Options, Printer Stand/Storage

operational data

Operational Mode: 45 pages-per-minute in normal print mode Power Consumption (Maximum level for all models): Operation: Ready: Sleep: Off: Operation: Ready: Chemical Emissions: (Per RAL-UZ 85, Annex 3,4,5) Ozone Styrene Dust Operation: 0.007 mg/m TLV/MAK=0.2 mg/m Operation: 0.013 mg/m TLV/MAK=85 mg/m Operation: 0.024 mg/m TLV=10mg/m inhalable particulate, 3mg/m respirable particulate; MAK=6mg/m <685 W <28 W <25 W (Per U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR Test Guidelines) <0.1 W 7.0 bels 4.0 bels
Acoustical Noise (LaserJet 4300): (declared sound power (LwAd) per ISO 7779/ISO 9296)
TLV: Threshold Limit Value established by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists. MAK (Maximale Arbeitsplatz Konzentration): Maximum workplace concentration in the Federal Republic of Germany. Note: Tests are conducted using HP printing supplies. Results with other than HP supplies may differ.
product safety information product restricted materials
For chemical information about related HP printer supplies, please refer to Material Safety Data Sheets for these products at: http://www.hp.com/go/msds The information in this section refers to materials restricted by regulation or law and applies to parts, components and products sold by HP. This product does not contain: Asbestos Cadmium as a stabilizer, coloring agent or surface coating treatment. Lead carbonates or sulfates are not contained in any paint applied. Mercury (except lamps containing less than 10 mg) Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), halons, HCFCs, HBFCs, 1,1,1 trichloroethane, carbon tetrachloride or methyl bromide. Chlorinated or brominated dioxins or furans are not present at a concentration that is currently prohibited by law. Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) or polychlorinated terphenyls (PCT).
For additional product material information about this product, see additional product materials below. For product material information for associated batteries and packaging, see batteries and packaging, below.
additional product materials batteries packaging
Plastic parts do not contain polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) or polybrominated biphenyl ethers (PBBEs) (also known as polybrominated biphenyl oxides (PBBOs)). Halogenated flame-retardants are not used in the housing plastics. This product does not contain batteries. Packaging materials do not contain lead, mercury, cadmium or hexavalent chromium as an intentionally added element. The sum concentration of incidental lead, mercury, cadmium and hexavalent chromium in the packaging for this product is less than 100mg/kg. No chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), halons, HCFCs, HBFCs, 1,1,1 trichloroethane, carbon tetrachloride or methyl bromide are used in plastic foam packaging materials.

Plastic packaging materials are marked according to ISO 11469 or DIN 6120 standards. External: Corrugated Paper1 Weight: 3.24 kg Internal: Expanded Plastic-Foam2 Low Density Polyethylene-Bag(s)
Packaging Weight (LaserJet 4200):
Weight: 0.64 kg Weight: 0.15 kg
Made with recycled paper. Actual proportions of recycled content will vary depending on geographic location. Expanded plastic is 90% expanded polystyrene and 10% expanded polyethylene by weight.
HP designs packaging to be recyclable where practical. The recyclability of the packaging depends on the availability of municipal recycling programs for the packaging used. To ensure compliance with local packaging take-back requirements, in the following European countries, HP is a member of a packaging recovery scheme. Some countries are operating a Green Dot system as indicated.
Countries with Green Dot systems Austria (ARA) Belgium (Fostplus: consumer products) (Val-I-Pac: professional products) France (Eco-Emballages) Germany (DSD) Ireland (Repak) Portugal (Punto Verde SA) Spain (Ecoembes) Sweden (Repa Registret)
Countries with no Green Dot system Finland (PYR Ltd) Italy (Conai) Norway (Materialretur) Switzerland (SWICO) UK (Valpak) Some larger HP offices also accept HP product packaging* from customers in countries or areas without local packaging recovery schemes. Contact your local HP sales office for more information.
*This does not include packaging that is contaminated or contains dangerous substances, which should be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
End-of-life management/ recyclability
Hewlett-Packard offers end-of-life HP product return programs in certain geographic areas. To determine if a program is available for this HP product in your area, please refer to our recycling Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/recycle or contact your nearest HP sales office. Products returned to HP will be recycled, recovered or disposed of in a responsible manner This HP product is designed to enhance end-of-life disposal options by: Marking plastic parts weighing more than 25g according to ISO 11469 international standards Eliminating glues and adhesives from product construction where technically feasible Using common fasteners
Including snap-in features
This HP product contains the following materials that may require special handling at endof-life: Lead in solder. For recycling information, you can contact www.hp.com/go/recycle or contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.

company information

Environmental Policy Hewlett-Packard Company established an environmental policy in 1992 with the goals of providing products and services that are environmentally sound throughout their lifecycles and conducting its operations worldwide in an environmentally responsible manner. HP has strengthened that commitment with the intent to be the recognized leader in inventing environmentally sustainable solutions for the common good.
ISO 14001 In June 2000 HP achieved ISO 14001 certificationthe international standard for environmental management systemsof its worldwide manufacturing operations. Issued by the independent registration firm, Bureau Veritas Quality International (BVQI), this global certification is your assurance that HPs policies, procedures and organization for managing the environmental aspects of our operations meet the voluntary requirements of ISO 14001.
Ozone-Depleting Substances Hewlett-Packard has eliminated all manufacturing process uses of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), HBFCs, halons, 1,1,1 trichloroethane (TCA), carbon tetrachloride and methyl bromide, and we require suppliers to avoid using these chemicals in their manufacturing processes.

for more information

The following information is available online at http://www.hp.com/go/environment More about HPs commitment to the environment Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for HP printer supplies Environmental profiles for many related HP products End-of-life return and recycling programs for selected HP products, depending upon geographic location
The information presented in this document is based largely on the recommendations made by the ECMA Standardizing Information and Communication Systems Technical Committee 38, Technical Report 70, and is believed accurate and reliable for operating the HP LaserJet 4300 printer series, including recommended maintenance and use of supplies and accessories that meet all requirements and recommendations presented in the user/service manuals. Data are the most current available to Hewlett-Packard at the time of preparation and is issued as a matter of information only. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered service mark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Hewlett-Packard Company has determined this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited except as allowed under copyright laws.