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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
●COLOR is used to emphasize items that are important to the material under discussion.
●Bold is used for menu items to click and for emphasis, particularly in situations where italic
type would be confusing.
●Italic type is used to indicate related documents or emphasis.
●DISPLAY type indicates text as seen on the printer control panel display.
●Commands you use on a computer keyboard or on the printer control panel are shown in
K
EYCAP. Two examples are MENU and STOP.
●COURIER type indicates text that you type on a computer keyboard exactly as shown.
NoteNotes contain important information set off from the text.
CAUTIONCaution messages alert you to the possibility of damage to equipment or loss of data.
WARNING!Warning messages alert you to the possibility of personal injury.
The HP Color LaserJet 3500 printer is a four-color, laser printer that prints 12 pages per minute
(ppm) in both monochrome (black and white) and color.
●Trays. The printer comes with a multipurpose tray (Tray 1) that holds up to 100 sheets of
various paper types and sizes or 10 envelopes and a 250-sheet paper feeder (Tray 2) that
supports various paper sizes. It supports an optional 500-sheet paper feeder (Tray 3). See
Print media specifications for more information.
●Connectivity. The printer provides a Hi-Speed Universal Serial Port (USB) 2.0 port for
connectivity.
●Memory. The printer contains 64 megabytes (MB) of synchronous dynamic random access
memory (SDRAM).
Figure 1-2HP Color LaserJet 3500n printer
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The HP Color LaserJet 3500n printer includes the features of the HP Color LaserJet 3500 printer,
plus an HP Jetdirect en3700 external print server for easy connectivity to 10baseT/100base-T
networks.
Figure 1-3HP Color LaserJet 3700 printer
The HP Color LaserJet 3700 printer is a four-color, laser printer that prints 16 ppm in both
monochrome (black and white) and color.
●Trays. The printer comes with a multipurpose tray (Tray 1) that holds up to 100 sheets of
various paper types and sizes or 10 envelopes and a 250-sheet paper feeder (Tray 2) that
supports various paper sizes. It supports an optional 500-sheet paper feeder (Tray 3). See
Print media specifications for more information.
●Connectivity. The printer provides a USB port and a standard bidirectional parallel port
(IEEE-1284 compliant) for connectivity.
●Memory. The printer contains 64 MB of SDRAM. To allow for memory expansion, the printer
has three dual inline memory module (DIMM) slots that accept 64, 128, or 256 MB RAM each.
This printer can support up to 448 MB of memory.
Figure 1-4HP Color LaserJet 3700n printer
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The HP Color LaserJet 3700n printer includes the features of the HP Color LaserJet 3700 printer,
plus an HP Jetdirect 615n print server for easy connectivity to 10/100 base-T networks.
Figure 1-5HP Color LaserJet 3700dn printer
The HP Color LaserJet 3700dn printer includes the features of the HP Color LaserJet 3700n
printer, automatic 2-sided (duplex) printing, and a total of 128 MB of SDRAM.
Figure 1-6HP Color LaserJet 3700dtn printer
The HP Color LaserJet 3700dtn printer includes the features of the HP Color LaserJet 3700dn
printer, plus an additional 500-sheet paper feeder (Tray 3).
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Printer features
Table 1-1Features
FeatureHP Color LaserJet 3500 series
printer
Performance●12 ppm (in both monochrome and
color).
If the performance of the printer is
less than this, see the HP Color
LaserJet 3500 and 3700 series
printer User Guide for factors
affecting printer performance.
●Prints on a variety of media. For more
information see Print media
specifications.
Memory
User interface
●64 MB of SDRAM.●64 MB of SDRAM.
●Graphic display on control panel.
●Enhanced control panel help.
●HP toolbox (a web application for
status and troubleshooting
information).
●Windows
®
PC and Apple Macintosh
print drivers.
HP Color LaserJet 3700 series
printer
●16 ppm (in both monochrome and
color).
If the performance of the printer is
less than this, see the HP Color
LaserJet 3500 and 3700 series
printer User Guide for factors
affecting printer performance.
●Prints on a variety of media. For
more information see Print media
specifications.
●MIPS RISC 350 MHz processor.
●Can be expanded to 448 MB.
●Graphic display on control panel.
●Enhanced control panel help.
●HP toolbox (a web application for
status and troubleshooting
information).
●Windows PC and Apple Macintosh
print drivers.
●Embedded Web server to access
support and order supplies
(administrator tool for network
connected printers).
Supported
printer
personalities
●Not applicable.●HP PCL 6.
●PostScript 3 emulation.
●Automatic language switching.
Storage features●Not applicable.●Fonts and forms.
Environmental
features
Fonts
●PowerSave setting.
●High content of recyclable
components and materials.
●Not applicable.●80 internal fonts available for both
●PowerSave setting.
●High content of recyclable
components and materials.
PCL and PostScript emulation.
●80 printer-matching screen fonts in
TrueType
TM
format available with the
software solution.
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Table 1-1Features
FeatureHP Color LaserJet 3500 series
printer
Paper handling
●Prints on paper from 76 by 127 mm (3
by 5 inches) up to 215 by 355 mm
(8.5 by 14 inches).
●Prints on paper with weights from
60 g/m2 to 163 g/m2 (16 to 43 lb
bond).
●Prints on a wide range of media types
including glossy, heavy, labels, film,
overhead transparencies, and
envelopes.
●Multiple gloss levels.
●A 250-sheet paper feeder (Tray 2)
that supports letter, legal, executive,
executive (JIS), A4, A5, B5 (JIS), B5
(ISO), and 216 by 330 mm (8.5 by
13 inches) paper sizes.
●Optional 500-sheet paper feeder that
supports letter and A4 paper sizes
(Tray 3). For more information see
Print media specifications.
●A 150-sheet, face-down, output bin
(top) and a 25-sheet, face-up, output
bin (rear).
HP Color LaserJet 3700 series
printer
●Prints on paper from 76 by 127 mm
(3 by 5 inches) up to 215 by 355 mm
(8.5 by 14 inches).
●Prints on paper with weights from
60 g/m2 to 163 g/m2 (16 to 43 lb
bond).
●Prints on a wide range of media
types including glossy, heavy, labels,
film, overhead transparencies, and
envelopes.
●Multiple gloss levels.
●A 250-sheet paper feeder (Tray 2)
that supports letter, legal, executive,
executive (JIS), A4, A5, B5 (JIS), B5
(ISO), and 216 by 330 mm (8.5 by 13
inches) paper sizes.
●Optional 500-sheet paper feeder that
supports letter and A4 paper sizes;
standard on the HP Color LaserJet
3700dtn printer (Tray 3). For more
information see Print media
specifications.
●A 150-sheet, face-down, output bin
(top) and a 25-sheet, face-up, output
bin (rear).
●Automatic 2-sided printing on
HP Color LaserJet 3700dn and
3700dtn printers.
Accessories●Optional 500-sheet paper feeder that
supports letter and A4 paper sizes
(Tray 3).
Connectivity
●Hi-Speed Universal serial bus (USB)
2.0 cable interface.
●HP Jetdirect en3700 external print
server; standard on the HP Color
LaserJet 3500n printer.
●HP Web Jetadmin software.
●Optional 500-sheet paper feeder
(Tray 3) that supports letter and A4
paper sizes; standard on the
HP Color LaserJet 3700dtn printer
(Tray 3).
●DIMM.
●Optional flash DIMM.
●Standard, bidirectional, parallel cable
interface (IEEE-1284 compliant) for
backward compatibility.
●Universal serial bus (USB) cable
interface.
●Optional enhanced input/output
(EIO) network card; standard on
HP Color LaserJet 3700n, 3700dn,
and 3700dtn printers.
●HP Embedded Web Server.
●HP Web Jetadmin software.
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Table 1-1Features
FeatureHP Color LaserJet 3500 series
Supplies●Supplies status page contains
Identification
Model and serial numbers
The model number and serial numbers are listed on identification labels located on the rear of the
printer. The model number is alphanumeric, such as Q1319A for the HP Color LaserJet 3500
printer. The serial number contains information about the country/region of origin, the printer
version, production code, and the production number of the printer (see Figure 1-7).
printer
information on toner level, page
count, and estimated pages
remaining.
●No-shake cartridge design.
●Printer checks for authentic HP print
cartridges at cartridge installation.
●Internet-enabled supply ordering
capabilities (using HP toolbox).
HP Color LaserJet 3700 series
printer
●Supplies status page contains
information on toner level, page
count, and estimated pages
remaining.
●No-shake cartridge design.
●Printer checks for authentic HP print
cartridges at cartridge installation.
●Internet-enabled supply ordering
capabilities (using HP toolbox).
Figure 1-7 Serial number information
Table 1-2Model names and numbers
Model nameModel number
HP Color LaserJet 3500Q1319A
HP Color LaserJet 3500nQ1320A
HP Color LaserJet 3700Q1321A
HP Color LaserJet 3700nQ1322A
HP Color LaserJet 3700dnQ1323A
HP Color LaserJet 3700dtnQ1324A
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Power and regulatory information
The identification label on the rear of the printer also contains power rating and regulatory
information as shown in Figure 1-8.
CAUTIONConverting the voltage on the printer can damage the printer. Do not use any voltage other than the
operating voltage. Any attempt to convert operating voltages will void the product warranty (for
example, attempting to change a 110V printer to a 220V printer).
Figure 1-8Sample label
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Site requirements
The printer must be kept in a proper location to maintain the performance level that has been set at
the factory. In particular, be sure that the environment adheres to the specifications listed in this
chapter.
Below are recommendations for the printer location and placement.
Make sure the printer has the following:
●a well-ventilated, dust-free area
●a hard, level surface (not more than a 2° angle) that can support
approximately 43.4 kg (95.5 lbs)
●a level surface that supports all four corners of the 500-sheet paper feeder
●a constant temperature and humidity. (Do not install near water sources, humidifiers, air
conditioners, refrigerators, or other major appliances)
Make sure to keep the printer away from the following:
●direct sunlight, dust, open flames, or water
●the direct flow of exhaust from air ventilation systems
●magnets and devices that emit a magnetic field
●areas subject to vibration
●walls or other objects (There must be enough space around the printer for proper access and
ventilation. See the figures Space requirements for the HP Color LaserJet 3500 series printer
and Space requirements for the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer with optional Tray 3, on
the following pages.)
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Space requirements
The printer must have the following amounts of space above and around it.
1
2
Figure 1-9Space requirements for the HP Color LaserJet 3500 series printer
1Height: 722 mm (28.4 in.)
2Depth: 1480 mm (58.3 in.)
3Width: 699.5 mm (27.6 in.)
1
3
2
Figure 1-10Space requirements for the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer with optional Tray 3
1Height: 862 mm (34 in.)
2Depth: 1480 mm (58.3 in.
3Width: 699.5 mm (27.6 in.
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Electrical specifications
WARNING!Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert
operating voltages. This may damage the printer and void the product warranty.
Table 1-3 lists the electrical specifications required to run the printer safely and Table 1-4 lists the
power consumption.
Table 1-3Electrical specifications
Item110-volt models220-volt models
Power requirements100 to 127 V (+/-10%)
50 to 60 Hz (+/- 2 Hz)
Minimum recommended circuit
capacity for typical product
5.3 A3 A
220 to 240 V (+/-10%)
50 to 60 Hz (+/- 2 Hz)
Table 1-4Power consumption for 110 and 220-volt (average, in watts)
ProductActive Idle Power Save Off Heat output-idle (BTU/hour)
HP Color LaserJet 350040025250.2585
HP Color LaserJet 3500n40026260.2589
HP Color LaserJet 3700
HP Color LaserJet 3700n
HP Color LaserJet 3700dn
HP Color LaserJet 3700dtn
40025250.2585
40026260.2589
40026260.2589
40026260.2589
NoteThese values are subject to change. For current information, see http://www.hp.com/support/clj3500
for the HP Color LaserJet 3500 series printer or http://www.hp.com/support/clj3700
for the HP Color
LaserJet 3700 series printer.
PowerSave default activation time is 30 minutes.
Environmental specifications
Keep the printer within the environmental conditions shown in Table 1-5 for optimum performance.
Table 1-5Environmental specifications
EnvironmentRecommendedAllowed
Temperature17° to 25° C (62.6° to 77° F)10° to 27° C (50° to 81° F)
Humidity20% to 60% RH10% to 70% RH
AltitudeNot applicable0 to 2600 m (0 to 8530 ft)
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Supply storage requirements
The life of supplies is greatly affected by their storage environment. Use Table 1-6 to determine
the shelf life of stored supplies.
Table 1-6Supply storage requirements
ItemStorage timeStorage condition
TemperatureNormal (maximum of
2.5 years)
Severe (maximum of
18 days)
Maximum temperature change
rate
HumidityNormal (maximum of
Atmospheric pressure460 to 760 mm Hg (18.1 to 29.9 in Hg)
Storage time
1
The average storage time includes use time. Use cartridges within 2.5 years of the date code on the cartridge.
1
40° to 15° C (104° to 59° F) within 3 minutes
-20° to 25° C (-4° to 77° F) within 3 minutes
2.5 years)
Severe (maximum of
18 days)
2.5 years
0° to 35° C (32° to 95° F)
High: 35° to 40° C (95° to 104° F)
Low: 0° to -20° C (32° to -4° F)
35% to 85% RH
High: 85% to 95% RH
Low: 10% to 35% RH
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Printer specifications
Table 1-7 provides the dimensions and weights of the printers.
Table 1-7Physical dimensions
ProductHeight Depth Width Weight
HP Color LaserJet 3500 series printer with
print cartridges
HP Color LaserJet 3500 series printer with
print cartridges and optional Tray 3
HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer with
print cartridges
HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer with
print cartridges and optional Tray 3
HP Jetdirect en3700 external print server35 mm
467 mm
(18.4 in.)
603 mm
(23.8 in.)
467 mm
(18.4 in.)
603 mm
(23.8 in.)
(1.4 in.)
447 mm
(17.6 in.)
447 mm
(17.6 in.)
447 mm
(17.6 in.)
447 mm
(17.6 in.)
131 mm
(5.2 in.)
499.5 mm
(19.67 in.)
499.5 mm
(19.67 in.)
499.5 mm
(19.67 in.)
499.5 mm
(19.67 in.)
102 mm
(4 in.)
36.6 kg
(80.52 lbs)
42 kg
(92.4 lbs)
37.8 kg
(83.16 lbs)
43.4 kg
(95.48 lbs)
0.159 kg
(0.35 lbs)
Table 1-8 lists the acoustic emissions of the printer when it is printing and when in standby mode.
Table 1-8Acoustic emissions
Activity levelOperator (<1m)Bystander (1m)Sound power
ActiveL
IdleL
PowersaveL
64 dB (A) L
pAm
55 dB (A)
pAm
(inaudible)
N/A dB (A) L
pAm
49 dB (A) L
pAm
L
40 dB (A) (inaudible) L
pAm
N/A dB (A) L
pAm
6.4 Bels (A) Idle
WAd
5.6 Bels (A) (inaudible)
WAd
N/A Bels (A)
WAd
NoteThese values are subject to change. For current information, see to http://www.hp.com/support/
clj3500 for the HP Color LaserJet 3500 series printer or http://www.hp.com/support/clj3700 for the
HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer.
Duty cycle
The HP Color LaserJet 3500 series printer’s maximum duty cycle is 45,000 pages per month. The
HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer’s maximum duty cycle is 55,000 pages per month.
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Printer assemblies
The two figures below show the location of each major assembly in the printer. These assemblies
are described in the Installation and configuration chapter.
Figure 1-11Front view, HP Color LaserJet 3500 and 3700 series printers (shown with additional 500-
sheet paper feeder)
1on/off switch
2Tray 3 (optional; 500 sheets of standard paper)
3Tray 2 (250 sheets of standard paper)
4Tray 1 (100 sheets of standard paper)
5front door
6printer control panel
7output bin extender (for use with all media types)
8output bin (150 sheets of standard paper)
9DIMM access door (available on the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer)
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Figure 1-12Rear view, HP Color LaserJet 3500 and 3700 series printers (shown with additional 500-
sheet paper feeder)
1upper rear door
2parallel connection (available on the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer)
3lower rear door (rear output bin) (25 sheets of standard paper)
4USB connection
5power connection
6Tray 3 (optional)
7on/off switch
8EIO connection (available on the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer)
9DIMM access door (available on the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer)
Selecting paper
You can use many types of paper and other print media with this printer. This section provides
guidelines and specifications for selecting and using different print media.
Before purchasing any paper or specialized forms in quantity, verify that your paper supplier
obtains and understands the print media requirements specified in the HP LaserJet Printer Family
Print Media Specification Guide.
See the HP Color LaserJet 3500 and 3700 series printer User Guide or HP LaserJet Printer Family
Print Media Specification Guide for ordering information. To download a copy of the HP LaserJet
Printer Family Print Media Specification Guide go to http://www.hp.com/support/clj3500
HP Color LaserJet 3500 series and to http://www.hp.com/support/clj3700
LaserJet 3700 series, and then select manuals.
It is possible that paper could meet all of the guidelines in this chapter or the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Specification Guide and still not print satisfactorily. This may be due to
abnormal characteristics of the printing environment or to other variables over which HewlettPackard has no control (for example, extremes in temperature and humidity).
Hewlett-Packard recommends testing any paper before buying it in large quantities.
CAUTIONUsing paper that does not conform to the specifications listed here or in the print media guide can
cause problems that require service. This service is not covered by the Hewlett-Packard warranty
or service agreements.
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Paper to avoid
The printer can handle many types of paper. Use of paper outside the printer specifications will
cause a loss of print quality and will increase the chance of paper jams.
●Do not use paper that is too rough.
●Do not use paper with cutouts or perforations, other than standard 3-hole punched paper.
●Do not use multipart forms.
●Do not use paper that has already been printed on, or that has been fed through a
photocopier.
●Do not use paper with a watermark if you are printing solid patterns.
Paper that can damage the printer
In rare circumstances, paper can damage the printer. The following paper must be avoided to
prevent possible damage to the printer:
●Do not use paper with staples attached.
●Do not use transparencies designed for Inkjet printers or other low temperature printers, or
transparencies designed for monochrome printing. Use only transparencies that are specified
for use with HP Color LaserJet printers.
●Do not use photo paper intended for Inkjet printers.
●Do not use paper that is embossed or coated, and is not designed for the temperatures of the
HP Color LaserJet 3500 and 3700 series printer image fusers. Select paper that can tolerate
temperatures of 190° C (374° F) for 0.1 second. HP produces a selection of paper that is
designed for the HP Color LaserJet 3500 and 3700 series printer.
●Do not use letterhead paper with low temperature dyes or thermography. Preprinted forms or
letterhead must use inks that can tolerate temperatures of 190° C (374° F) for 0.1 second.
●Do not use any media that produces hazardous emissions, or that melts, offsets, or discolors
when exposed to 190° C (374° F) for 0.1 second.
Print media specifications
For optimum results, use conventional 75 g/m2 to 90 g/m2 (20 to 24 lb) photocopy paper. Verify
that the paper is of good quality and is free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust,
wrinkles, curls, or bent edges.
Supported media weights and sizes
Table 1-9 shows the media types and sizes supported by the printer and the printer accessories
Table 1-9Tray 1 paper sizes
Tray 1DimensionsWeight or thickness Capacity
Minimum size paper76 by 127 mm
(3 by 5 in)
Maximum size paper216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
Minimum size glossy76 by 127 mm
(3 by 5 in)
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60 to 163 g/m
(16 to 43 lb bond)
60 to 163 g/m
(16 to 43 lb bond)
75 to 120 g/m
(20 to 32 lb bond)
2
2
2
100 sheets
(75 g/m
100 sheets
(75 g/m2; 20 lb bond)
Maximum stack paper
height: 12 mm (0.47 in)
2
; 20 lb bond)
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Table 1-9Tray 1 paper sizes
1
Tray 1DimensionsWeight or thickness Capacity
Maximum size glossy
paper
Minimum size
transparencies
2
216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
76 by 127 mm
(3 by 5 in)
75 to 120 g/m
2
(20 to 32 lb bond)
0.12 to 0.13 mm thick
(4.7 to 5 mils thick)
Maximum stack height:
12 mm (0.47 in)
50 sheets
Maximum size
transparencies
2
Minimum size envelopes 76 by 127 mm
Maximum size
envelopes
Minimum size label76 by 127 mm
Maximum size label216 by 356 mm
Minimum size cardstock 76 by 127 mm
Maximum size cardstock 216 by 356 mm
1
The printer supports a wide range of standard and custom sizes of print media. Capacity can vary depending on media
weight and thickness and environmental conditions. Smoothness—100 to 250 (Sheffield).
2
Use only transparencies designed for use with HP Color LaserJet printers. This printer can detect transparencies that
were not designed for use with HP Color LaserJet printers.
216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
(3 by 5 in)
216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
(3 by 5 in)
(8.5 by 14 in)
(3 by 5 in)
(8.5 by 14 in)
0.12 to 0.13 mm thick
(4.7 to 5 mils thick)
60 to 90 g/m
2
(16 to 24 lb bond)
60 to 90 g/m
2
(16 to 24 lb bond)
75 to 163 g/m
2
(20 to 43 lb bond)
75 to 163 g/m
2
(20 to 43 lb bond)
135 to 216 g/m
2
(50 to 80 lb cover)
135 to 216 g/m
2
(50 to 80 lb cover)
50 sheets
10 envelopes
10 envelopes
50 sheets
50 sheets
50 sheets
50 sheets
The following table lists the standard sizes of paper that the printer supports in Tray 2.
Table 1-10Tray 2 paper sizes
Tray 2DimensionsWeight or thickness Capacity
1
Letter216 by 279 mm
(8.5 by 11 in)
Legal216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
Executive184 by 267 mm
(7.3 by 10.5 in)
Executive (JIS)216 by 330 mm
(8.5 by 13 in)
A4210 by 297 mm
(8.3 by 11.7 in)
A5148 by 210 mm
(5.8 by 8.3 in)
B5 (JIS)182 by 257 mm
(7.2 by 10.1 in)
B5 (ISO)176 by 250 mm
(6.9 by 9.8 in)
1
Capacity can vary depending on media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
250 sheets
(75 g/m2; 20 lb bond)
250 sheets
(75 g/m2; 20 lb bond)
250 sheets
(75 g/m2; 20 lb bond)
250 sheets
(75 g/m2; 20 lb bond)
250 sheets
(75 g/m2; 20 lb bond)
250 sheets
(75 g/m2; 20 lb bond)
250 sheets
(75 g/m2; 20 lb bond)
250 sheets
(75 g/m2; 20 lb bond)
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The following table lists the standard sizes of paper that the printer supports in Tray 3.
Table 1-11Tray 3 paper sizes
1
Tray 3DimensionsWeight or thickness Capacity
Letter215 by 279 mm
(8.5 by 11 in)
A4210 by 296 mm
(8.3 by 11.7 in)
1
Capacity can vary depending on media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
2
500 sheets
(75 g/m2; 20 lb bond)
2
500 sheets
(75 g/m2; 20 lb bond)
Table 1-12Automatic 2-sided printing (available on some models of the HP Color LaserJet
3700 series printer)
Automatic 2-sided
1
DimensionsWeight or thickness Capacity
printing
Letter216 by 279 mm
(8.5 by 11 in)
Legal216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 in)
A4210 by 297 mm
(8.3 by 11.7 in)
1
The printer automatically prints on paper weights up to 163 gm2 (43 lb bond). However, automatic 2-sided printing on
weights above the maximum value noted in this table can produce unexpected results.
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb bond)
2
2
2
unlimited sheets
unlimited sheets
unlimited sheets
Manual 2-sided printing. Any of the supported paper sizes and types listed for printing from
Tray 1 can be manually duplexed. See the 2-sided (duplex) printing section in the HP Color
LaserJet 3500 and 3700 series printer User Guide for more information.
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Printing on special media
Use these guidelines when printing on special types of media.
Transparencies
When printing on transparencies, use the following guidelines:
●Handle transparencies using the edges. Oils from your fingers deposited on the transparency
can cause print quality problems.
●Use only overhead transparencies recommended for use in this printer. Hewlett-Packard
recommends using HP Color LaserJet Transparencies with this printer. HP products are
designed to work together for optimum printing results.
●In either the software application or the printer driver, select TRANSPARENCY as the media
type, or print from a tray that is configured for transparencies.
CAUTIONTransparencies not designed for LaserJet printing will melt in the printer, causing damage to the
printer. Do not use transparencies designed for monochrome printing.
Glossy paper
When printing on glossy paper, use the following guidelines:
●In either the software application or the driver, select Glossy as the media type, or print from a
tray that is configured for glossy paper.
Select Glossy for media weights up to 105 g/m
weights up to 120 g/m
●Because this affects all print jobs, it is important to return the printer to its original settings once
2
(32 lb bond).
2
(28 lb bond). Select Heavy Glossy for media
the job has printed.
NoteHewlett-Packard recommends using HP Color LaserJet Soft Gloss paper with this printer. HP
products are designed to work together for optimum printing results. If HP Color LaserJet Soft Gloss
paper is not used with this printer, print quality may be compromised.
Colored paper
When printing on colored paper, use the following guidelines:
●Colored paper should be of the same high quality as white xerographic paper.
●Pigments used must be able to withstand the printer fusing temperature of 190° C (374° F) for
0.1 second without deterioration.
●Do not use paper with a colored coating that was added after the paper was produced.
●The printer creates colors by printing patterns of dots, overlaying and varying their spacing to
produce various colors. Varying the shade or color of the paper will affect the shades of the
printed colors.
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Envelopes
NoteEnvelopes can be printed only from Tray 1. Set the tray media size to the specific envelope size.
Adhere to the following guidelines to help ensure proper printing on envelopes and to help prevent
printer jams:
●Do not load more than 10 envelopes into Tray 1.
●The weight rating of envelopes should not exceed 90 g/m
●Envelopes should be flat.
●Do not use envelopes with windows or clasps.
●Envelopes must not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.
●Envelopes with peel-off adhesive strips must use adhesives that can withstand the heat and
pressures of the printer fusing process.
●Envelopes should be loaded face-down with the top of the envelope to the left, and the short
edge feeding into the printer first.
NoteIn high humidity environments, envelopes should be printed long-edge first to prevent them from
sealing during printing. For long-edge printing, envelopes should be loaded long edge first, face
down. See the Printing envelopes from Tray 1 section in the HP Color LaserJet 3500 and 3700 series printer User Guide to change the printer drivers envelope orientation.
2
(24 lb bond).
Labels
NoteIn either the application or the printer driver, select Labels as the media type, or configure Tray 1
for labels.
When printing labels, use the following guidelines:
●Verify that the label adhesive material can tolerate temperatures of 190° C (374° F) for 0.1
second.
●Verify that there is no exposed adhesive material between the labels. Exposed areas can
cause labels to peel off during printing, which can cause paper jams. Exposed adhesive can
also cause damage to printer components.
●Do not re-feed a sheet of labels.
●Verify that labels lie flat.
●Do not use labels that are wrinkled, bubbled, or otherwise damaged.
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Heavy paper
When printing on heavy paper, use the following guidelines:
●Any tray will print most heavy media that does not exceed 105 g/m
●Use cardstock only in Tray 1 (135 g/m
●In either the software application or the printer driver, select HEAVY (106 g/m
to 43 lb bond) or CARDSTOCK (135 g/m
2
to 216 g/m2; 50 to 80 lb cover).
2
to 216 g/m2; 50 to 80 lb cover) as the media type, or
2
(28 lb bond).
2
to 163 g/m2; 28
print from a tray that is configured for heavy paper. Because this setting affects all print jobs, it
is important to return the printer back to its original settings once the job has printed.
CAUTIONIn general, do not use paper that is heavier than the media specification recommended for this printer.
Doing so can cause misfeeds, paper jams, reduced print quality, and excessive mechanical wear.
HP LaserJet tough paper
When printing on HP LaserJet Tough paper, use the following guidelines:
●Handle HP LaserJet Tough paper using the edges. Oils from your fingers deposited on
HP LaserJet Tough paper can cause print quality problems.
●Use only HP LaserJet Tough paper with this printer. HP products are designed to work
together for optimum printing results.
●In either the software application or the printer driver, select TOUGH PAPER as the media
type, or print from a tray that is configured for HP LaserJet Tough paper.
CAUTIONTransparent media that are not designed for LaserJet printing will melt in the printer, causing damage
to the printer.
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Preprinted forms and letterhead
When printing on preprinted forms and letterhead, use the following guidelines:
●Forms and letterhead must be printed with heat-resistant inks that will not melt, vaporize, or
release hazardous emissions when subjected to the printer fusing temperature of
approximately 190° C (374° F) for 0.1 second.
●Inks must be non-flammable and should not adversely affect any printer rollers.
●Forms and letterhead should be sealed in a moisture-proof wrapping to prevent changes
during storage.
●Before loading preprinted paper such as forms and letterhead, verify that the ink on the paper
is dry. During the fusing process, wet ink can come off of preprinted paper.
●When duplex printing on the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer, load preprinted forms and
letterhead into Tray 2 and Tray 3 first side up, top edge toward the back of the tray. To load
preprinted forms and letterhead into Tray 1, load them with the first side down, bottom edge in
first.
●When simplex (1-sided) printing, load preprinted forms and letterhead into Tray 2 and Tray 3
face-up with the top edge of the page to the left. To load preprinted forms and letterhead into
Tray 1, place them in the tray with the side to be printed on facing up, and top, short edge in
first.
Recycled paper
This printer supports the use of recycled paper. Recycled paper must meet the same
specifications as standard paper. See the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Specification Guide. Hewlett-Packard recommends that recycled paper contain no more than five percent
ground wood.
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Media weight
Table 1-13 shows equivalent weights for different grades of paper. A boldface type value indicates
a commonly available standard weight for that grade.
NoteText and book grades marked with an asterisk (*) actually calculate to 51, 61, 71, and 81 but are
rounded to standard book or text weights of 50, 60, 70, and 80.
Table 1-13Weight equivalence table
Bond
weight
(17 by 22
in.)
Text/
Book
weight
(25 by 38
Cover
weight
(20 by
26 in.)
Bristol
weight
(22.5 by
28.5 in.)
Index
weight
(25.5 by
30.5 in.)
Tag
weight
(24 by 36
in.)
in.)
16#41#22#27#33#37#60 g/m2
17#43#24#29#35#39#64 g/m2
20#50# *28#34#42#46#75 g/m2
21#54#30#36#44#49#80 g/m2
24#60# *33#41#50#55#90 g/m2
27#68#37#45#55#61#100 g/m2
Metric
weight
28#70# *39#49#58#65#105 g/m2
29#74#41#50#61#68#110 g/m2
32#80# *44#55#67#74#120 g/m2
36#90#50#62#75#83#135 g/m2
39#100#55#67#82#91#148 g/m2
40#101#55#68#83#92#150 g/m2
43#110#60#74#90#100#163 g/m2
45#115#63#77#94#104#170 g/m2
47#119#65#80#97#108#176 g/m2
51#128#70#86#105#117#190 g/m2
53#134#74#90#110#122#199 g/m2
54#137#75#93#113#125#203 g/m2
58#146#80#98#120#133#216 g/m2
65#165#90#111#135#150#244 g/m2
66#169#92#114#138#154#250 g/m2
67#171#94#115#140#155#253 g/m2
70#178#98#120#146#162#264 g/m2
72#183#100#123#150#166#271 g/m2
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Environmental product stewardship program
Protecting the environment
Hewlett-Packard Company is committed to providing quality products in an environmentally sound
manner. This product has been designed with several attributes to minimize impacts on the
environment.
Ozone production
This product generates no appreciable ozone gas (O3).
Paper use
This product’s optional, automatic, 2-sided printing feature (duplex printing) can reduce paper
usage and the resulting demands on natural resources.
Plastics
Plastic parts over 25 grams have markings according to international standards that enhance the
ability to identify plastics for recycling purposes at the end of the product’s life.
HP LaserJet Printing Supplies
In many countries/regions, this product’s printing supplies (print cartridges, fuser, and transfer unit)
can be returned to HP through the HP Printing Supplies Returns and Recycling Program. An easyto-use and free takeback program is available in over 48 countries/regions. Multi-lingual program
information and instructions are included in every new HP LaserJet print cartridge and supplies
package.
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 world’s landfills.
The HP LaserJet print cartridges and supplies are collected and bulk-shipped to our resource and
recovery partners, who disassemble the cartridges. After a thorough quality inspection, selected
parts are reclaimed for use in new 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, pre-paid, and 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. recycling returns. Non-U.S. customers should call the local HP Sales and Service
Office or visit the http://www.hp.com/recycle
availability of the HP Supplies Returns and Recycling Program.
website for further information regarding
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Recycled paper
This product is capable of using recycled papers when the paper meets the guidelines outlined in
the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Specification Guide. This product is suitable for the use
of recycled paper according to DIN 19309.
Material restrictions
This product does not contain batteries.
This product does not contain added mercury.
This product contains lead in solder that could require special handling at end-of-life.
For recycling information, see http://www.hp.com/recycle
the Electronics Industries Alliance website http://www.eiae.org
, contact your local authorities, or go to
.
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) can be obtained by accessing the HP LaserJet Supplies
website at http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/community/environment/productinfo/safety.htm
.
For more information
On HP environmental programs, including:
●Product environmental profile sheet for this and many related HP products
●HP’s commitment to the environment
●HP’s environmental management system
●HP’s end-of-life product return and recycling program
●Material Safety Data Sheets
See http://www.hp.com/environment
or http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/community/environment/.
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FCC Regulations
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy. If this equipment is not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
●Increase separation between equipment and receiver.
●Connect equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is located.
●Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.
NoteAny changes or modifications to the printer that are not expressly approved by HP could void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Use of a shielded interface cable is required to comply with the Class B limits of Part 15 of FCC rules.
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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
service manual may result in exposure to hazardous radiation.
Toner safety
Hewlett-Packard encourages responsible disposal of HP LaserJet printer supply items through its
Environmental Collection Program. For details on this program, see the recycling instruction guide
enclosed with each supply item.
NoteIn case of toner spills, skin and clothing are best cleaned by removing as much toner as possible
with a dry tissue, then washing with cold water. Hot water causes toner to permanently set into
clothing.
Canadian DOC regulations
Complies with Canadian EMC Class B requirements.
«Conforme â la classe B des normes canadiennes de compatibilitê êlectromagnêtiques.
«CEM».»
EMI statement (Korea)
Figure 1-13EMI statement for Korea
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VCCI statement (Japan)
Figure 1-14VCCI statement for Japan
Laser statement for Finland
Luokan 1 laserlaite
HP Color LaserJet 3500, 3500n, 3700, 3700n, 3700dn, 3700dtn, laserkirjoitin on käyttäjän
kannalta turvallinen luokan 1 laserlaite. Normaalissa käytössä kirjoittimen suojakotelointi estää
lasersäteen pääsyn laitteen ulkopuolelle. Laitteen turvallisuusluokka on määritetty standardin EN
60825-1 (1994) mukaisesti.
VAROITUS !
Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saattaa altistaa käyttäjän
turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle.
VARNING !
Om apparaten används på annat sätt än i bruksanvisning specificerats, kan användaren utsättas
för osynlig laserstrålning, som överskrider gränsen för laserklass 1.
HUOLTO
HP Color LaserJet 3500, 3500n, 3700, 3700n, 3700dn, 3700dtn -kirjoittimen sisällä ei ole käyttäjän
huollettavissa olevia kohteita. Laitteen saa avata ja huoltaa ainoastaan sen huoltamiseen
koulutettu henkilö. Tällaiseksi huoltotoimenpiteeksi ei katsota väriainekasetin vaihtamista,
paperiradan puhdistusta tai muita käyttäjän käsikirjassa lueteltuja, käyttäjän tehtäväksi
tarkoitettuja ylläpitotoimia, jotka voidaan suorittaa ilman erikoistyökaluja.
VARO !
Mikäli kirjoittimen suojakotelo avataan, olet alttiina näkymättömällelasersäteilylle laitteen ollessa
toiminnassa. Älä katso säteeseen.
VARNING !
Om laserprinterns skyddshölje öppnas då apparaten är i funktion, utsättas användaren för osynlig
laserstrålning. Betrakta ej strålen. Tiedot laitteessa käytettävän laserdiodin säteilyominaisuuksista:
Aallonpituus 775-795 nm Teho 5 m W Luokan 3B laser.
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Declaration of conformities
Declaration of Conformity
according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014
Manufacturer’s Name:Hewlett-Packard Company
Manufacturer’s Address:11311 Chinden Boulevard
Boise, Idaho 83714-1021, USA
declares, that the product
Product Name:HP Color LaserJet 3500
Regulatory Model Number
Product Options:ALL
conforms to the following Product Specifications:
Safety: IEC 60950:1999 / EN60950: 2000
EMC: CISPR 22:1997 / EN 55022:1998 Class B
Supplementary Information:
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, and carries
the CE-Marking accordingly
1) The product was tested in a typical configuration with Hewlett-Packard Personal Computer Systems.
2) This Device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
3) For regulatory purposes, this product is assigned a Regulatory model number. This number should not be confused with the marketing names
(HP Color LaserJet 3500 series) or the product numbers (Q1319A, Q1320A).
EN 61000-3-2:1995 / A14
EN 61000-3-3:1995
EN 55024:1998
2)
FCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B
/ ICES-003, Issue 3 / GB9254-1998
Supplementary Information:
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, and carries
the CE-Marking accordingly
1) The product was tested in a typical configuration with Hewlett-Packard Personal Computer Systems.
2) This Device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
3) The product includes LAN (Local Area Network) options. When the interface cable is attached to LAN connectors, the product meets the
requirements of EN55022 Class A in which case the following applies: "Warning - This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this
product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures".
4) For regulatory purposes, this product is assigned a Regulatory model number. This number should not be confused with the marketing names
(HP Color LaserJet 3700 series) or the product numbers (Q1321A, Q1322A, Q1323A, Q1324A).
5) The suffix letter 'A' in the model number may be replaced by 'M', 'Q', 'V', or 'W' for early marketing or other prototype units. However, their
construction is identical to units having a product number with suffix letter of 'A'. The product may include an additional suffix letter "R".
Boise, Idaho USA
12 August, 2003
For Regulatory Topics Only:
Australia Contact:Product Regulations Manager, Hewlett-Packard Australia Ltd., 31-41 Joseph Street, Blackburn, Victoria 3130, Australia.
European Contact:Your Local Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office or Hewlett-Packard Gmbh, Department HQ-TRE / Standards
GB 9254 (1988)
EN 55024 (1998)
IEC 61000-4-2 (1995); EN 61000-4-2 (1995)
IEC 61000-4-3 (1995); EN 61000-4-3 (1996)
IEC 61000-4-4 (1995); EN 61000-4-4 (1995)
IEC 61000-4-5 (1995); EN 61000-4-5 (1995)
IEC 61000-4-6 (1996); EN 61000-4-6 (1996)
IEC 61000-4-8 (1993); EN 61000-4-8 (1993)
IEC 61000-4-11 (1994); EN 61000-4-11 (1994)
EN61000-3-2 (1995)
EN61000-3-3 (1995)
FCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B
Supplementary Information:
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and carries
the CE marking accordingly.
This product was tested in typical configurations with Hewlett-Packard Co. products.
Roseville, California 95747, USA
4 March 2003
For Regulatory Topics Only:
Australia Contact:Product Regulations Manager, Hewlett-Packard Australia Ltd., 31-41 Joseph Street, Blackburn, Victoria 3130, Australia.
European Contact:Your Local Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office or Hewlett-Packard Gmbh, Department HQ-TRE / Standards
Printer repair normally begins by using the printer internal diagnostics and the three-step process
below.
Step 1 Isolate the problem to the major system (for example, the host computer, the network
or server, or the printer system).
Step 2 Determine if the problem is located in the accessories or in the printer engine.
Step 3 Troubleshoot the problem.
Once a faulty part is located, the printer can usually be repaired at the assembly level by replacing
field replaceable units (FRUs). Some mechanical assemblies might need to be repaired at the
subassembly level. Hewlett-Packard does not support replacement of components on the printer
circuit assembles.
Parts and supplies
Ordering parts
Field replaceable and accessory part numbers are found in chapter 8 of this manual. Order
replacement parts from Hewlett-Packard Customer Support-Americas (HPCS-A) or HewlettPackard Customer Support-Europe (HPCS-E).
NoteUse only accessories specifically designed for this printer. Accessories can be ordered from an
authorized service or support provider. See Ordering related documentation and software later in
this chapter and Ordering parts in chapter 8 for additional ordering information.
Order supplies directly from Hewlett-Packard. The phone numbers for ordering supplies are:
●U.S. HP Shopping (home) 1-888-999-4747
●U.S. Small/Medium Business store 1-800-888-0262
●Canada (800) 387-3154; Toronto (416) 671-8383
●United Kingdom (07) (34) 441 212
●Other local phone numbers may also be available
Exchange program
HP offers remanufactured assemblies for some parts. These are identified in chapter 8 and can be
ordered from Hewlett-Packard Customer Support-Americas (HPCS-A) or Hewlett-Packard
Customer Support-Europe (HPCS-E).
Supplies
Paper and print cartridges can be ordered directly from Hewlett-Packard. See chapter 8 for
ordering information.
World Wide Web
Printer drivers, updated HP printer software, and product and support information can be obtained
from the following website:
In the U.S.: http://www.hp.com/support/clj3500
Printer drivers may be obtained from the following websites:
In China: http://www.hp.com.cn/support/clj3500
In Japan: ftp://www.jpn.hp.com/support/clj3500 or ftp://www.jpn.hp.com/support/clj3700
In Korea: http://www.hp.co.kr/support/clj3500 or http://www.hp.co.kr/support/clj3700
In Taiwan: http://www.hp.com.tw/support/clj3500 or http://www.hp.com.tw/support/clj3700
or the local driver website: http://www.dds.com.tw
or http://www.hp.com/support/clj3700
or ftp://www.hp.com.cn/support/clj3700
HP service parts information CD-ROM
This powerful, CD-ROM-based parts information tool is designed to give users fast, easy access to
parts information such as pricing and recommended stocking lists for a wide range of HP products.
To subscribe to this quarterly service in the U.S. or Canada, call (800) 336-5987. In Asia Pacific,
call (65) 740-4484. Parts identification and pricing information can also be checked via the World
Wide Web at http://www.hp.com/go/partsinfo
.
HP support assistant CD-ROM
This support tool offers a comprehensive online information system designed to provide technical
and product information about HP products. To subscribe to the quarterly service in the U.S. or
Canada, call (800) 457-1762. In Hong Kong SAR, Indonesia, Malaysia, or Singapore, call Mentor Media
at (65) 740-4477.
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Customer care reseller sales and service support center
The Customer Care Reseller Sales and Support Center is available to assist resellers and service
technicians. To reach this support center, call (1) (800) 544-9976.
HP authorized resellers and support
To locate authorized HP resellers and support, call (800) 243-9816 in the U.S.
or (800) 387-3867 in Canada.
HP service agreements
Call (800) 743-8305 in the U.S. or (800) 268-1221 in Canada.
Other areas
Outside of North America and Europe, contact the local HP sales office for assistance in obtaining
technical support for resellers and service technicians.
Ordering related documentation and software
Table 2-1 shows where to order related documentation and software. Telephone numbers for the
various sources are:
HP Color LaserJet 3500 Series Getting Started GuideQ1319-90901
HP Color LaserJet 3700 Series Getting Started GuideQ1321-90925
HP Color LaserJet 3500 and 3700 Series Printer User GuideQ1321-90921
HP Color LaserJet 3500/3700 Series Printer Service and Support CDROM
HP Color LaserJet 3500/3700 Series Printer Service Training KitQ1321-60117
Q1321-60115
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Warranty statement
Hewlett-Packard limited warranty statement
HP PRODUCT
HP Color LaserJet 3500, 3500n, 3700,
3700n, 3700dn, and 3700dtn printers
HP warrants to you, the end-user customer, that HP hardware and accessories will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship after the date of purchase, for the period specified above. If
HP receives notice of such defects during the warranty period, HP will, at its option, either repair or
replace products which prove to be defective. Replacement products may be either new or
equivalent in performance to new.
HP warrants to you that HP software will not fail to execute its programming instructions after the
date of purchase, for the period specified above, due to defects in material and workmanship when
properly installed and used. If HP receives notice of such defects during the warranty period, HP
will replace software which does not execute its programming instructions due to such defects.
HP does not warrant that the operation of HP products will be uninterrupted or error free. If HP is
unable, within a reasonable time, to repair or replace any product to a condition as warranted, you
will be entitled to a refund of the purchase price upon prompt return of the product.
HP products may contain remanufactured parts equivalent to new in performance or may have
been subject to incidental use.
Warranty does not apply to defects resulting from (a) improper or inadequate maintenance or
calibration, (b) software, interfacing, parts or supplies not supplied by HP, (c) unauthorized
modification or misuse, (d) operation outside of the published environmental specifications for the
product, or (e) improper site preparation or maintenance.
DURATION OF LIMITED WARRANTY
One-year limited warranty
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE
AND NO OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, IS
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AND HP SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some countries/regions, states or provinces do not allow limitations on
the duration of an implied warranty, so the above limitation or exclusion might not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you might also have other rights that vary from
country/region to country/region, state to state, or province to province.
HP’s limited warranty is valid in any country/region or locality where HP has a support presence for
this product and where HP has marketed this product. The level of warranty service you receive
may vary according to local standards. HP will not alter form, fit or function of the product to make
it operate in a country/region for which it was never intended to function for legal or regulatory
reasons.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE REMEDIES IN THIS WARRANTY
STATEMENT ARE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. EXCEPT AS INDICATED
ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL HP OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR FOR
DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT OR DATA),
OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. Some
countries/regions, states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
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THE WARRANTY TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS STATEMENT, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
LAWFULLY PERMITTED, DO NOT EXCLUDE, RESTRICT OR MODIFY AND ARE IN ADDITION
TO THE MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT
TO YOU.
This HP Print Cartridge is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship.
This warranty does not apply to print cartridges that (a) have been refilled, refurbished,
remanufactured or tampered with in any way, (b) experience problems resulting from misuse,
improper storage, or operation outside of the published environmental specifications for the printer
product or (c) exhibit wear from ordinary use.
To obtain warranty service, please return the product to place of purchase (with a written
description of the problem and print samples) or contact HP customer support. At HP's option, HP
will either replace products that prove to be defective or refund your purchase price.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND
NO OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, IS EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED AND HP SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR
CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL HP OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE
LIABLE FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT
OR DATA), OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE
THE WARRANTY TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS STATEMENT, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
LAWFULLY PERMITTED, DO NOT EXCLUDE, RESTRICT OR MODIFY AND ARE IN ADDITION
TO THE MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT
TO YOU.
Premium Protection Warranty
Color LaserJet Image Fuser Kit and Image Transfer Kit
Limited Warranty Statement
This HP product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship until the printer
provides a low-life indicator on the control panel.
This warranty does not apply to products that (a) have been refurbished, remanufactured or
tampered with in any way, (b) experience problems resulting from misuse, improper storage, or
operation outside of the published environmental specifications for the printer product or (c) exhibit
wear from ordinary use.
To obtain warranty service, please return the product to place of purchase (with a written
description of the problem) or contact HP customer support. At HP's option, HP will either replace
products that prove to be defective or refund your purchase price.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND
NO OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, IS EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED AND HP SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR
CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL HP OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE
LIABLE FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT
OR DATA), OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE
THE WARRANTY TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS STATEMENT, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
LAWFULLY PERMITTED, DO NOT EXCLUDE, RESTRICT OR MODIFY AND ARE IN ADDITION
TO THE MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT
TO YOU.
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HP maintenance agreements
HP has several types of maintenance agreements that meet a wide range of support needs.
Maintenance agreements are not part of the standard warranty. Support services may vary by
area. Check with your local HP dealer to determine the services available to you.
On-site service agreements
To provide you with the level of support best suited to your needs, HP has on-site service
agreements with a selection of response times.
Next-day on-site service
This agreement provides support by the next working day following a service request. Extended
coverage hours and extended travel beyond HP’s designated service zones are available on most
on-site agreements (for additional charges).
Weekly (volume) on-site service
This agreement provides scheduled weekly on-site visits for organizations with many HP products.
This agreement is designated for sites using 25 or more workstation products, including printers,
plotters, computers, and disk drives.
Extended warranty
HP Carepak provides coverage for the HP hardware product and all HP-supplied internal
components. The hardware maintenance covers a one- to three-year period from date of the HP
product purchase. For more information, contact the HP Customer Care Service and Support
group.
in the hp color LaserJet 3700 series printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
To install the HP Jetdirect print server card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
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Checking the package contents
Figure 3-1HP Color LaserJet 3500 printer package contents
1HP Color LaserJet 3500
2USB cable
3Power cable
4Four print cartridges
5CD-ROM (the CD-ROM contains the user guide)
6Control panel overlay
7Getting started guide
Figure 3-2Additional contents shipped with the HP Color LaserJet 3500n printer
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1HP Jetdirect en3700 external print server (3500n only)
2Power cable
NoteThe items listed here are for the external print server connection.
Figure 3-3HP Color LaserJet 3700, 3700n, or 3700dn printers package contents
1HP Color LaserJet 3700, 3700n, or 3700dn
2Power cable
3Four print cartridges
4CD-ROM (the CD-ROM contains the user guide)
5Control panel overlay
6Getting started guide
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Figure 3-4HP Color LaserJet 3700 dtn printer package contents
1HP Color LaserJet 3700dtn
2Tray 3 (500-sheet paper feeder tray)
3Power cable
4Four print cartridges
5CD-ROM (the CD-ROM contains the user guide)
6Control panel overlay
7Getting started guide
NoteParallel and USB cables are not included with HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printers. Use an IEEE
1284-compliant, parallel cable or a standard, two-meter USB cable.
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Unpacking the printer
NoteSave all the packing materials in case you need to repack and transport the printer at a later date.
WARNING!The printer weighs approximately 33.5 kg (73.3 lbs). HP recommends having two or more people
lift or move the printer.
1Prepare the location by selecting a sturdy, level surface in a well-ventilated, dust-free area.
Make sure there is enough space around the printer so that the air vents on the left side and
rear of the printer are not blocked.
CAUTIONDo not place the printer in direct sunlight or in an area that has abrupt temperature and humidity
changes.
Recommended ranges: 17° to 25° C (62.6° to 77° F) and 20 to 60 percent relative humidity.
NoteIf the printer has an optional 500-sheet paper feeder, it is packaged on top of the printer. Lift the
500-sheet paper feeder from the package, and place it in the prepared location.
2Lift the printer from the packing pallet and place it in the prepared location. Two people must
lift and move the printer.
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WARNING!Do not lift the printer by the Tray 2 handle.
3If you are using an optional 500-sheet paper feeder, lift the printer using the handles and align
the pegs on Tray 3. Lower the printer onto the tray.
NoteOnly one Tray 3 (500-sheet input tray) can be installed.
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4Remove all external orange tape, orange protectors, and other packaging material.
5Open Tray 2 and Tray 3 (if necessary), and remove the orange shipping lock inside each tray.
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6Open the lower rear door, and make sure that the two blue pressure release lever actuators
are in the upright position. The two release levers are located on the left and right side of the
lower rear door.
7Close the lower rear door.
8Lift the front door handle, and pull down the front door.
NoteWhen you open the front door, you will hear components clicking.
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CAUTIONDo not place anything on the transfer unit. Do not touch the top of the transfer unit or the contacts
on the left side of the transfer unit.
9Remove the orange tape and orange shipping locks on the rear, left, and right sides of the
transfer unit. Remove any remaining tape from the printer.
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Installing the print cartridges
1Remove a new print cartridge from the bag.
2Grasp both sides of the print cartridge and distribute the toner by gently rocking the cartridge
from side to side.
3Remove and discard the orange shipping tape and the shipping locks from the new print
cartridge.
NoteDiscard the shipping tape and the shipping locks according to local regulations.
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4Locate the color slot for the print cartridge.
5Align the print cartridge with the tracks inside the printer and, using the handle, insert the
cartridge. Repeat this procedure for the remaining three cartridges.
6Firmly close the front door.
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Loading paper into Tray 3 (optional)
1Pull the tray out of the printer.
2Adjust the length guides.
• Letter-size paper: Raise the blue rear stop.
• A4-size paper: Lower the blue rear stop.
3Adjust the width guides.
• Letter-size paper: Press the center of the side width guides outward as far as possible.
• A4-size paper: Press the blue ridges on the outside of the side width guides inward as far
as possible.
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4Load the paper into the tray. If this is special paper, such as letterhead, load it with the side to
be printed down and the top edge toward the front of the tray.
NoteDo not fan paper before loading.
5Make sure the stack of paper is flat in the tray at all four corners, and keep it below the height
tabs.
6Slide the tray back into the printer.
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Loading paper into Tray 2
1Pull Tray 2 out of the printer.
2Move the side width guides until the blue arrows on the width guides point to the size of paper
you are loading.
3On the back of the tray, press the blue ridges and slide the length guides until the arrow
symbol points to the paper size you are loading.
4Load the paper into the tray. If this is special paper, such as letterhead, load it with the side to
be printed down and the top edge toward the front of the tray.
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NoteDo not fan the paper before loading.
5Push down on the stack of paper to lock the metal lift plate into place. Make sure that the stack
of paper is flat and that the paper is below the height tabs.
6Slide the tray back into the printer. Raise the output bin extension.
Loading paper into Tray 1 (optional procedure)
1Open Tray 1, and raise the output bin extension.
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NoteIf printing special media, such as envelopes, use Tray 1.
2Slide out the tray extender and, if necessary, open the additional tray extender.
3Slide the width guides slightly wider than the print media. Remove any unused print media,
and close the tray when finished printing.
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Connecting power
1Connect the AC power cord to the printer and to a power outlet.
NoteDo not connect the printer to the computer or to the network at this time.
2Turn the printer on. After a minimum of two minutes, the green ready light turns on.
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Installing a new control panel overlay (optional)
Overlays are available for several languages and come shipped with the printer. If you are setting
up a printer for a language other than English, complete the following procedure.
1Select the language from the sheet of adhesive control panel overlays.
2Position the new overlay over the top of the control panel. Set the overlay in place by pressing
down on the overlay and smoothing it across its surface.
Testing the printer operation
Print a demo page to ensure the printer is working properly.
1Press M
2Press to highlight INFORMATION.
3Press to select INFORMATION.
4Press to highlight PRINT DEMO
5Press to select PRINT CONFIGURATION.
After printing the demo page, the printer control panel displays the READY message.
ENU to enter the MENUS.
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Using PowerSave Time
The adjustable PowerSave Time feature reduces power consumption when the printer has been
inactive for an extended period. You can set the length of time before the printer goes into
PowerSave mode to 1 MINUTE, 15 MINUTES, 30 MINUTES, or to 1 HOUR, 1.5 HOURS, 2
HOURS, or 4 HOURS. The default setting is 30 MINUTES.
NoteThe printer display appears dimmed when the printer is in PowerSave mode. PowerSave mode does
not affect printer warm-up time, unless the printer is in PowerSave mode for more than eight hours.
To set PowerSave Time
1Press MENU to enter the MENUS.
2Press to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
3Press to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
4Press to highlight SYSTEM SETUP.
5Press to select SYSTEM SETUP.
6Press to highlight POWERSAVE TIME.
7Press to select POWERSAVE TIME.
8Press or to select the appropriate time period.
9Press to set the time period.
10 Press M
ENU.
To disable/enable PowerSave
1Press MENU to enter the MENUS.
2Press to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
3Press to select CONFIGURE DEVICE.
4Press to highlight RESETS.
5Press to select RESETS.
6Press to highlight POWERSAVE.
7Press to select POWERSAVE.
8Press or to select ON or OFF.
9Press to set the selection.
10 Press M
ENU.
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USB configuration
All printer models support USB connections. The USB port is on the back of the printer.
Connecting the USB cable
Plug the USB cable into the printer. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the computer.
1
2
USB connection
1USB port
2USB connector
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Parallel configuration (hp color LaserJet 3700 series printer only)
The HP Color LaserJet 3700 printer supports network and parallel connections at the same time. A
parallel connection is made by connecting the printer to the computer using a bidirectional parallel
cable (IEEE-1284 compliant) with a b-connector plugged into the printer parallel port. The cable
can be a maximum of 10 meters (30 feet) long.
NoteWhen used to describe a parallel interface, the term bidirectional indicates that the printer is able to
both receive data from the computer and send data to the computer through the parallel port. The
parallel interface provides backwards compatibility; however, USB or network connection is
recommended to optimize performance.
1
2
Parallel port connection
1b-connector
2parallel port
NoteTo use the enhanced capabilities of the bidirectional parallel interface, such as bidirectional
communication between the computer and printer, faster transfer of data, and automatic
configuration of printer drivers, ensure that the most recent printer driver is installed. For more
information, see Printer software, later in this chapter.
NoteFactory settings support automatic switching between the parallel port and one or more network
connections on the printer.
If the parallel cable is plugged in, the USB port is disabled.
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Network configuration
NoteThe network configuration feature is available for the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer when
an EIO device is installed.
You might need to configure certain network parameters on the printer. You can configure these
parameters from the printer control panel, the embedded Web server, or for most networks, from
the HP Web Jetadmin software or the HP toolbox.
NoteFor more information about using the embedded Web server, see Using the embedded Web server
in the user guide.
For a complete list of supported networks and for instructions on configuring network parameters
from software, see the HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator’s Guide. The guide comes with
printers in which an HP Jetdirect print server is installed.
Enhanced I/O (EIO) configuration
(hp color LaserJet 3700 series printer only)
This printer comes equipped with one enhanced input/output (EIO) slot. This slot holds compatible
external devices, such as the HP Jetdirect print server network cards or other devices.
EIO network cards can maximize printer performance when printing from a network. In addition,
they provide the ability to place the printer anywhere on a network. This eliminates the need to
attach the printer directly to a server or to a workstation, and allows you to place the printer closer
to the network users.
If the printer is configured through an EIO network card, configure that card through the control
panel Configure device menu.
HP Jetdirect print servers
An HP Jetdirect print server (network card) can be installed in the printer EIO slot.These print
server cards support multiple network protocols and operating systems. HP Jetdirect print servers
facilitate network management allowing you to connect a printer directly to your network at any
location. HP Jetdirect print servers also support Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP),
which provides network managers with remote printer management and troubleshooting through
HP Web Jetadmin software.
NoteInstallation of these cards and network configuration should be performed by a network
administrator. Configure the card either through the control panel, the printer installation software,
or with HP Web Jetadmin software.
NoteSee to the HP Jetdirect print server documentation for information on which external devices or EIO
network cards are supported.
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Available enhanced I/O interfaces
HP Jetdirect print servers (network cards) provide software solutions for:
●Novell NetWare Network
●Microsoft Windows and Windows NT networks
●Apple Mac OS (AppleTalk)
●UNIX (HP-UX and Solaris)
●Linux (Red Hat and SuSE)
●Internet printing
For a summary of available network software solutions, see the HP Jetdirect Print Server
Administrator’s Guide, or visit HP Customer Care online at http://www.hp.com/support/
net_printing.
NetWare networks
When using Novell NetWare products with an HP Jetdirect print server, Queue Server mode
provides improved printing performance over Remote Printer mode. The HP Jetdirect print server
supports Novell Directory Services (NDS), as well as bindery modes. For more information, see
the HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator’s Guide.
For Windows 98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, and XP systems, use the printer installation utility for printer
setup on a NetWare network.
Windows and Windows NT networks
For Windows 98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, and XP systems, use your printer installation utility for printer
setup on a Microsoft Windows network. The utility supports printer setup for either peer-to-peer or
client-server network operation.
AppleTalk networks
Use the HP toolbox to set up the printer on an EtherTalk or LocalTalk network. For more
information, see the HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator’s Guide included with printers
equipped with the HP Jetdirect print server.
UNIX/Linux networks
Use the HP Jetdirect printer installer for UNIX utility to set up the printer on HP-UX or Sun Solaris
networks.
For setup and management on UNIX or Linux networks, use HP Web Jetadmin.
To obtain HP software for UNIX/Linux networks, visit HP Customer Care online at http://
www.hp.com/support/net_printing. For other installation options supported by the HP Jetdirect
print server, see the HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator’s Guide included with printers
equipped with the HP Jetdirect print server.
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Printer software
Included with the printer is a CD-ROM containing the printing system software. The software
components and printer drivers on this CD-ROM help you use the printer to its fullest potential.
See the getting started guide for installation instructions.
NoteFor the latest information about the printing system software components, view the ReadMe files
on the CD-ROM.
This section summarizes the software included on the CD-ROM. The printing system includes
software for end users and network administrators operating in the following operating
environments:
●Microsoft Windows 98, Me, and NT 4.0
●Microsoft Windows 2000, and XP 32-bit, and XP 64-bit
●Apple Mac OS version 9.1 and later, and Mac OS X version 10.1 and later
NoteFor a list of the network environments supported by the network administrator software components,
see Network configuration.
For a list of printer drivers, updated HP printer software, and product support information for the
HP Color LaserJet 3500 series printer, go to http://www.hp.com/support/clj3500
LaserJet 3700 series printer, go to http://www.hp.com/support/clj3700.
. For the HP Color
Printer drivers
Printer drivers access the printer features and allow the computer to communicate with the printer.
The following printer drivers are included with the printer on a CD-ROM.
Table 3-1Printer drivers for the HP Color LaserJet 3500 series printer
Operating system
Windows 98, Me
Windows NT 4.0 (Note: Windows NT does
not support USB.)
Windows 2000
Windows XP (32-bit)
Windows XP (64-bit)
Windows Server 2003 (32-bit)
Windows Server 2003 (64-bit)
Macintosh OS
1
Not all printer features are available from all drivers or operating systems. See the online Help in your driver for avail-
ability of features.
1
JetReady 4.0
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Table 3-2Printer drivers for the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer
Operating system
Windows 98, Me
Windows NT 4.0
Note: Windows NT does not
support USB
Windows 2000
Windows XP (32-bit)
Windows XP (64-bit)
Windows Server 2003 (32-bit)
Windows Server 2003 (64-bit)
Macintosh OS
1
Not all printer features are available from all drivers or operating systems. See the online Help in your driver for
availability of features.
2
For Windows 2000 and Windows XP (32-bit and 64-bit), download the PCL 5 driver from http://www.hp.com/go/
clj3700_software.
3
For Windows XP (64 bit), download the PCL 6 driver fromhttp://www.hp.com/go/clj3700_software.
1
2
2
2,3
PCL 6PS Emulation
NoteIf your system did not automatically check the Internet for the latest drivers during software
installation, download them for the HP Color LaserJet 3500 series printer from http://www.hp.com/
go/clj3500_software. For the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer, go to http://www.hp.com/go/
clj3700_software.
Additional drivers
The following drivers are not included on the CD-ROM, but are available from http://www.hp.com/
go/clj3700_software. These drivers are for the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer only.
●OS/2 PS and PCL printer driver
●UNIX model scripts
●Linux drivers
NoteThe OS/2 drivers are available from IBM and are packaged with OS/2. They are not available for
Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, and Japanese languages.
NoteFor more information about Windows 3.1x drivers, go to http://www.hp.com/support/clj3500 or http:/
/www.hp.com/support/clj3700.
Software for networks
For a summary of available HP network installation and configuration software solutions, see the
HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator’s Guide. You can find this guide on the CD included with
the printer.
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HP Web Jetadmin
HP Web Jetadmin allows you to manage HP Jetdirect-connected printers within your intranet using
a browser. HP Web Jetadmin is a browser-based management tool and should be installed only
on the network administrator computer. It can be installed and run on a variety of systems.
To download a current version of HP Web Jetadmin and, for the latest list of supported host
systems, visit HP Customer Care Online at http://www.hp.com/go/webjetadmin
When installed on a host server, any client can access HP Web Jetadmin using a supported Web
browser (such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.x or Netscape Navigator 4.x or later) by browsing to
the HP Web Jetadmin host.
HP Web Jetadmin 6.5 and above have the following features:
●Task-oriented user interface provides configurable views, saving network managers significant
time.
●Customizable user profiles let network administrators include only the function viewed or used.
●Instant e-mail notification of hardware failure, low supplies, and other printer problems now
route to different people.
●Remote installation and management from anywhere using only a standard Web browser.
●Advanced autodiscovery locates peripherals on the network, so the network administrator
does not need to manually enter each printer into a database.
●Simple integration into enterprise management packages.
●Quickly find peripherals based on parameters such as IP address, color capability, and model
name.
●Easily organize peripherals into logical groups, with virtual office maps for easy navigation.
.
For the latest information about HP Web Jetadmin, go to http://www.hp.com/go/webjetadmin
.
UNIX
The HP Jetdirect Printer Installer for UNIX is a simple printer installation utility for HP-UX and
Solaris networks. It is available for download from HP Customer Care Online at http://
www.hp.com/support/net_printing.
Linux
For information about Linux support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/linux.
Utilities
The HP Color LaserJet 3500 series printer and the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer are
equipped with several utilities that make it easy to monitor and manage the printer on a network.
HP toolbox
The HP toolbox is an application that you can use for the following tasks:
●checking the printer status
●configuring the printer settings
●viewing troubleshooting information
●viewing online documentation
●printing internal printer pages
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You can view the HP toolbox when the printer is directly connected to your computer or when it is
connected to a network. You must have performed a complete software installation to use the
HP toolbox.
Embedded Web server (available for the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series
printer)
This printer is equipped with an embedded Web server that allows access to information about the
printer and network activities. A Web server provides an environment in which web programs may
run, much in the same way that an operating system, such as Windows, provides an environment
for programs to run on your PC. The output from these programs can then be displayed by a Web
browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator.
An embedded Web server resides on a hardware device (such as a printer) or in firmware, rather
than as software that is loaded on a network server.
The advantage of an embedded Web server is that it provides an interface to the printer that
anyone with a network-connected PC and a standard Web browser can access. There is no
special software to install or configure, but you must have a supported Web browser on your
computer. To access the embedded Web server, type the IP address for the printer in the address
line of the browser. (To find the IP address, print a configuration page. For more information about
printing a configuration page, see the user guide.)
Features
The HP embedded Web server allows you to view printer and network card status and manage
printing functions from your PC. With the HP embedded Web server, you can do the following:
●view printer status information
●determine the remaining life on all supplies and order new ones
●view and change tray configurations
●view and change the printer control panel menu configuration
●view and print internal pages
●receive notification of printer and supplies events
●add or customize links to other Web sites
●select the language in which to display the embedded Web server pages
●view and change network configuration
●view support content that is printer-specific and specific to the printer’s current state
For a complete explanation of the features and functionality of the embedded Web server, see the
user guide.
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Other components and utilities
Several software applications are available for Windows and Macintosh OS users, as well as for
network administrators. These programs are summarized below.
Table 3-3
WindowsMacintosh OS Network administrator
●Software installer —
automates the printing
system installation
●Online Web registration
●HP toolbox — a Web
application for checking
printer status and settings
for Windows 98, 2000, Me,
and XP users
●PostScript Printer Description files
(PPDs) — for use with the Apple
PostScript drivers that come with
the Mac OS
●HP toolbox — a Web application
for checking printer status and
settings for Mac OS X, v10.1, and
v10.2 users
●HP Web Jetadmin — a browser-
based system management tool.
See http://www.hp.com/go/
webjetadmin for the latest
HP Web Jetadmin software
●HP Jetdirect Printer Installer for
UNIX — available for download
from http://www.hp.com/
support/net_printing
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Setting security on the printer
This printer features control panel locking, which allows network administrators to prevent users
from changing certain printer control panel settings. When a menu is locked, unauthorized users
trying to change settings in the printer control panel will receive the following message:
ACCESS DENIED
MENUS LOCKED
You can use HP Web Jetadmin software, the HP LaserJet Utility for Macintosh, or an ASCII
escape sequence to perform this procedure. For instructions on locking the printer control panel
using either the HP Web Jetadmin software or the HP LaserJet Utility for Macintosh, see the online
Help for these utilities.
Locking the control panel
You can prevent users from changing printer control panel settings by establishing a password
and locking the printer control panel. You can choose from multiple levels of security. You can lock
certain control panel menus, allowing users to change the rest of the menus, or you can lock all of
the menus—and you can even lock the S
Levels of security
Table 3-4Printer security levels
TOP button.
Lock settingControl panel items locked
OFFService menu (locked with factory set PIN)
LOWI/O submenu
System setup submenu
Resets submenu
Service menu (locked with factory-set PIN)
MEDIUMConfigure Device menu (including all submenus)
Diagnostics menu
Service menu (locked with factory-set PIN)
HIGHInformation menu
Paper Handling menu
Configure Device menu (including all submenus)
Diagnostics menu
Service menu (locked with factory-set PIN)
STOP button
Use HP Web Jetadmin software, HP LaserJet Utility for Macintosh, or an ASCII escape sequence
to set security. HP software, which comes on the software CD-ROM, is easier to use than an
ASCII escape sequence. For instructions about locking the control panel by using either HP Web
Jetadmin software or the HP LaserJet Utility for Macintosh, go to the online Help for that software.
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Using an ASCII PJL escape sequence to set security
If you decide to use the ASCII escape sequence, you must use an MS-DOS® or Windows ASCII
editor to create the commands. The commands must also be sent to the printer by using a DOS
COPY command or an ASCII file download utility. The PJL Technical Reference Manual is located
on CD-ROM, part number 5961-0976. Order a copy of this manual from the HP website at
http://www.hp.com
NoteIn the following examples, "EC" represents the escape character. For more information on using
escape characters, see the PJL Technical Reference Manual.
●To lock or unlock the printer control panel if a password has not been set, send the following
ASCII sequence to the printer:
EC%-12345X@PJL JOB
@PJL DEFAULT CPLOCK=NONE
(or MINIMUM, MODERATE, or MAXIMUM)
@PJL EOJ
EC%-12345X
●To set the password, send the following ASCII sequence to the printer:
(or MINIMUM, MODERATE, or MAXIMUM)
@PJL EOJ
EC%-12345X
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Printer memory for the HP Color LaserJet 3700 series printer
The printer has three DIMM slots. The bottom slot is for the firmware DIMM.
NoteFor maximum flexibility in DIMM support, the formatter is designed with three 168-pin DIMM slots
and a fourth 100-pin DIMM slot.
Use these DIMM slots to upgrade the printer with the following items:
●more printer memory - DIMMs are available in 64, 128, and 256 MB
●flash memory DIMMs - available in 4 MB; unlike standard printer memory, flash DIMMs can be
used to permanently store downloaded items in the printer, even when the printer is off
●DIMM-based accessory fonts, macros, and patterns
●other DIMM-based printer languages and printer options
●memory expansion, which can support up to 448 MB of memory
You might want to add more memory to the printer if you often print complex graphics or PostScript
documents, or if you use many downloaded fonts. Additional memory also allows the printer to
print multiple, collated copies at the maximum speed.
NoteSingle in-line memory modules (SIMMs) used on previous HP LaserJet printers are not compatible
with this printer.
NoteTo order DIMMs, see Ordering parts in chapter 8.
Before ordering additional memory, see how much memory is currently installed by printing a
configuration page.
1Press M
ENU to enter the MENUS.
2Press to highlight INFORMATION.
3Press to select INFORMATION.
4Press to highlight PRINT CONFIGURATION.
5Press to print the configuration page.
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Installing memory and font DIMMs
You can install more memory for the printer, and you can also install a font DIMM to allow the
printer to print characters for languages such as Chinese or the Cyrillic alphabet.
NoteStatic electricity can damage DIMMs. When handling DIMMs, either wear an antistatic wrist strap,
or frequently touch the surface of the DIMM antistatic package and then touch bare metal on the
printer.
1Turn the printer off.
2Disconnect all power and interface cables.
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3Open the DIMM access door by gently prying it with a flat-bladed screwdriver. Remove the
door by pulling the door toward the back of the printer.
4Loosen the screws that hold the formatter door to the printer and remove the formatter door.
5Remove the DIMM from the antistatic package. Locate the alignment notches on the bottom
edge of the DIMM.
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6Holding the DIMM by the edges, align the notches on the DIMM with the bars in the DIMM slot.
7Firmly press the DIMM straight into the slot. Close the locks on each side of the DIMM until
they snap into place.
NoteIf you have difficulty inserting the DIMM or closing the latches, make sure the notches on the bottom
of the DIMM are aligned with the bars in the slot. If the DIMM still does not go in, make sure you are
using the correct type of DIMM.
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8Align the formatter door in the tracks at the bottom of the slot, and turn the screws to secure
the formatter door to the printer.
9Replace the DIMM access door by inserting the tabs on the door into the slots on the printer.
Swing the door shut.
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10 Reconnect the power cable and the USB/parallel cable.
11 Turn the printer on.
12 If you installed a memory DIMM, go to Enabling memory. If you installed a language font
DIMM, go to Enabling the language font DIMM (hp color LaserJet 3700 only).
Enabling memory
If you installed a memory DIMM, set the printer driver to recognize the newly added memory.
To enable memory for Windows
1On the Start menu, point to Settings, and click Printers or Printers and Faxes.
2Select this printer and select Properties.
3On the Configure tab, click More.
4In the Total Memory field, type or select the total amount of memory that is now installed.
5Click OK.
6Go to Checking DIMM installation (hp color LaserJet 3700 only).
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Enabling the language font DIMM (hp color LaserJet 3700 only)
If you installed a language font DIMM in the printer, you must select the Font DIMM option in the
printer driver for the font DIMM to work properly.
To enable fonts from the PCL 6 printer driver for Windows
1On the Start menu, point to Settings, and click Printers.
2Select this printer and select Properties.
3On the Configure tab, click More.
4Select the Font DIMM check box.
5In the Configure Font DIMMs dialog box, click Add to add the font file.
6In the Add Font DIMM dialog box, browse to the location of the font file, select the font file,
and click OK.
7In the Configure Font DIMMs dialog box, select the installed DIMM.
8Click OK.
9Print a configuration page.
Checking DIMM installation (hp color LaserJet 3700 only)
Check that the DIMMs are installed correctly and working.
To check DIMM installation
1Turn the printer on. Check that the Ready light is on after the printer has gone through the
startup sequence. If an error message appears, a DIMM may have been incorrectly installed.
2Print a configuration page.
3Check the Installed Personalities and Options section on the configuration page and compare
it with the configuration page printed before the DIMM installation.
4If the amount of recognized memory has not increased:
The DIMM may not be installed correctly. Repeat the installation procedure.
The DIMM may be defective. Try a new DIMM.
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Installing an hp Jetdirect print server card
in the hp color LaserJet 3700 series printer
You can install an HP Jetdirect print server card in the base model printer, which comes with an
open EIO slot.
To install the HP Jetdirect print server card
1Turn the printer off.
2Disconnect all power and interface cables.
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3Locate the EIO slot. Loosen and remove the two retaining screws holding the EIO slot cover to
the printer and remove the cover. You will not need these screws and cover again.
4Firmly insert the HP Jetdirect print server card into the EIO slot. Insert and tighten the retaining
screws that came with the print server card.
5Connect the network cable.
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6Reconnect the power cable and turn the printer on.
.
7Print a configuration page. In addition to a printer configuration page and a Supplies Status
page, an HP Jetdirect configuration page that contains network configuration and status
information should also print.
If it does not print, uninstall and reinstall the print server card to ensure that it is completely
seated in the slot.
8Perform one of these steps:
Choose the correct port. See the computer or operating system documentation for
instructions.
Reinstall the software, choosing the network installation this time.
Installing an hp Jetdirect en3700 external print server
1Attach the HP Jetdirect en3700 external print server to a 10Base-T or to a 100Base-T local
network by plugging the network cable into the network port on the rear panel.
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2Attach the print server to the printer using the USB cable. Insert the DC power cord from the
power module into the power connector on the rear panel, and then insert into a power outlet.
3The 10 or the 100 LED turns on, indicating a network connection, and the power/status LED
blinks. After 15 seconds, the power/status LED light and the USB printer LED light appear
green. The power/status LED will blink if there is network activity.
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4Press the test button on the back of the external print server to print an HP Jetdirect
configuration page. Note the IP address for reference.
Clean the outside surfaces with a water-dampened cloth. Observe the warning and caution below.
WARNING!Before you begin these steps, turn the printer off and unplug all power cords to avoid shock hazard.
Be careful when cleaning around the fuser area. It might be hot.
CAUTIONTo avoid permanent damage to the print cartridge, do not use ammonia-based cleaners on or around
the printer.
If toner gets on your clothes, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash your clothes in cold water. Hot
water sets toner into fabric.
Table 4-1Cleaning the printer
ComponentCleaning Method
Outside coversUse an HP Toner Cleaning Cloth (part number 5090-3379) or a water-
dampened cloth. Do not use solvents or ammonia-based cleaners.
Inside generalWith a dry lint-free cloth, wipe any dust, spilled toner, and paper particles
from the paper path area, the registration roller, and the print cartridge
cavity.
Paper pickup rollersClean with lint-free paper. If dirt cannot be removed, dampen the paper
with alcohol.
Cleaning spilled toner
Defective print cartridges can develop leaks. Also, after a paper jam has occurred, some toner
might remain on the rollers and guides inside the printer. The pages that print immediately after the
jam can pick up this toner.
CAUTIONWhen cleaning the printer, do not touch the ITB (the black, intermediate transfer belt in the transfer
unit) with the damp cloth or with your fingers. When cleaning inside the printer, the transfer unit
should be removed.
Vacuum specifications
Do not vacuum the printer or any spilled toner using a conventional vacuum. Toner particles used
in this product might be too fine for effective vacuuming and could result in damage to
conventional vacuums.
A vacuum specifically designed for cleaning toner can be used if it is capable of filtering fine
particles (five microns in diameter).
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