HP 4600hdn, 4600n User Manual

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hp color LaserJet 4600 series printers

4600 • 4600n • 4600dn • 4600dtn • 4600hdn

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The HP Color LaserJet 4600 series printers with HP smart printing supplies are a reliable and affordable
way to get high-quality color laser printing at the same speed as black and white. The efficient, simple
design offers easy networking, management, and maintenance features so the entire workgroup can
benefit from in-house color printing that gets results.

performance • print color as fast as black and white—documents print at speeds up to 17 pages per minute with the

first page out in 17.5 seconds or less from “Ready” state

• fast file processing—400 MHz RISC processor, up to 416 MB RAM, and firmware optimization quickly
process large files and print them at actual engine speed

• single solution for the entire office—robust networking from best-in-class hp jetdirect EIO 10/100Base-T
networking card (optional for 4600 base model)

• hp print cartridge technology and direct color laser printing produce vivid, cost-effective color printing—
dramatically reduced calibration times, accurate and consistent color print quality, wide color gamut,
great color appearance including realistic skin tones, and crisp black text that rivals monochrome printers

easy-to-use • intuitive operation—the graphical control panel simultaneously displays text and animated graphics

making troubleshooting and configuration quick and easy

• vertical inline architecture is easy to maintain—printer design delivers color in a single pass plus
convenient front access to the printer and clear labeling that make installing print cartridges and
clearing paper jams simple tasks for any user

• simple to configure and manage on your network—hp web jetadmin guarantees easy installation,
configuration, and management of multiple hp LaserJet printers across a network

affordable •cost effective—economical acquisition costs and soft costs, including high productivity rates, increased

uptime with less frequent cleaning and calibration cycles, easy management, simple support, and
reliable performance

•low user intervention—simple paper path and fewer supplies mean printer intervention is infrequent and
easy to perform, saving users’ and managers’ valuable time and contributing to low total cost of ownership

•smart printing supplies system—cartridge enhancements that provide optimum output and reliability plus
more accurate supplies monitoring, remote diagnostics, and convenient Internet enabled supplies
ordering (certain smart features may be available only with genuine hp supplies)

•flexible media options add to productivity and cost savings—save media and document storage space
with automatic two-sided printing and get greater media flexibility and less user intervention with up to
three paper trays and 1,100-sheet capacity

HP printing and imaging systems help you create powerful, professional communications easily. Printers,
supplies, accessories, and services are designed together to work together and invented to meet
your business needs.

FINAL DRAFT

9/6

additional memory

even the largest and most complex files will print fast

cabinet/stand

frees up desk space, provides convenient supplies storage, and allows
printer mobility

second 500-sheet paper tray

for larger print jobs, more media flexibility, and less user intervention

hard disk drive

enables job management features, including multiple original printing,
secure printing, proof and print, stored jobs, and stored forms capabilities

hp jetdirect internal and wireless print servers

for reliable and secure connectivity in your wired or 802.11b
wireless network

four all-in-one print cartridges

• only four consumables enable low user intervention and add to low
total cost of ownership

•new hp smart printing supplies are front-loading and easy to install,
reducing the amount of time spent managing the printer

hp color LaserJet 4600 series printers

(hp color LaserJet 4600hdn shown)

100-sheet
multipurpose
input paper tray

best-in-class hp jetdirect
615n Fast Ethernet
internal print server

up to three EIO slots
add connectivity and
sharing options

400 MHz processor
and up to 160 MB RAM
standard for fast file
processing (expandable
to 416 MB)

hp embedded web
server for easy printer
management

simple paper path design
reduces paper jams

advanced color print
cartridge technology

improved chemical toner formula

• ensures uniform distribution of
color and reliable fusing

• wider range of colors (gamut)
and richer appearance

• crisp black text and sharp edges

• consistent print quality over the
life of the cartridge

hp smart printing supplies features

• status-at-a-glance and convenient
supplies alerts

• ability to quickly order via the
Internet when supplies are low

• smart technology monitors
and adjusts print cartridge
characteristics to ensure
consistent print quality throughout
cartridge life

easy to install

• essentially only four supplies to
replace

• ready access to print cartridges

• easy installation and removal of
print cartridges

simple operation
using graphical
control panel with up
to six lines of text

accessories

configure the printer to your business needs

consumables

new toner formulation, cartridge architecture, and smart printing
features are integral to the printer design—creating a highly
advanced system and crisp, clear output

hp smart printing
supplies for efficient
supplies management

automatic duplexing
for fast, efficient
two-sided printing

second 500-sheet paper tray
for maximum input capacity
of 1,100 sheets (standard on
CLJ4600dtn/hdn)

every model includes a
500-sheet input paper tray
allowing media flexibility

powerful color printing

Bring fast, reliable color to all your business documents. Whether
printing brochures, spreadsheets, newsletters, or business
presentations, with the HP Color LaserJet 4600 series printers you
are guaranteed high quality documents while meeting all your
time-critical deadlines. Plus, they are affordable and fast enough
that all of your business communications can be enhanced with
color. Through best-in-class HP Jetdirect print servers, entire
workgroups benefit from these communications enhancements. The
HP Color LaserJet 4600 also fits seamlessly into wireless environments
through HP’s secure and reliable wireless print servers that allow
you to place peripherals anywhere in the office while avoiding the
costly and time-consuming physical constraints of wires.

smart operation made easy

You can add the benefits of color without worrying about
printer downtime and time-consuming end user intervention.
The HP Color LaserJet 4600 series printers are designed to operate
both efficiently and intuitively. The control panel displays text and
animated graphics simultaneously with an intuitive user interface.
A front panel on the printer provides convenient access for
replacing supplies. The inline printing technology uses a “direct to
page” process—transferring toner directly to your media and
ensuring exceptional print quality. You can virtually eliminate printer
downtime when you use genuine HP smart printing supplies that
enable status monitoring, proactive alert messages, Internet enabled
supplies ordering, and convenient remote troubleshooting.

service and support from hp

HP offers a variety of support options to assist you in the setup and
maintenance of the HP Color LaserJet 4600 series printers. Use
HP’s expert knowledge to make the most of your printer and to
ensure your equipment is running at peak efficiency. Start with the
included one-year, next-day, onsite warranty with phone support
backed by award-winning HP Customer Care. To further ensure
trouble-free operation and to maximize the capabilities of your
HP Color LaserJet 4600 printer, you can upgrade your service
and support options to include extended printer maintenance
and network installation.

exceptional color output quality

The HP Color LaserJet 4600 series printers provide the high quality
output you have come to expect from HP along with the performance
you need. HP has designed the HP Color LaserJet 4600 so that
whether you are sending RGB or CMYK files, the printer is
automated and configured to supply the best possible rendering.
The printer and HP smart printing supplies system automatically
provide the following:

•dynamic electrophotographic (EP) adjustment through smart
technology in the color print cartridge that ensures even,
consistent color over a range of environments

• color plane registration performed automatically inside the
printer, ensuring clear color images

• color management so conversions from standard RGB (sRGB)
or CMYK to the device colors is always smooth, fast, and optimal

• color trapping technology advancements that eliminate color
misregistration and prevent the white part of the paper from
showing through the color text and graphics

• adaptive halftoning and smart edge control that automatically
create smooth color and crisp edges

•PANTONE

®

—hp supplies multiple solutions that will yield

easy-to-use process colors and accurate color matching

•chemically grown spherical toner with fuser release agent in
each toner particle that ensures uniform distribution of color
and reliable fusing

hp color LaserJet 4600

•96 MB RAM

• 400 MHz processor

• 100-sheet multipurpose
tray

• 500-sheet feeder tray

includes three open EIO slots

hp color LaserJet 4600n

base unit plus:

• hp jetdirect 615n Fast
Ethernet (10/100Base­TX) internal print server

includes two open EIO slots

hp color LaserJet 4600dn

base unit plus:

• hp jetdirect 615n Fast
Ethernet (10/100Base­TX) internal print server

• auto-duplexing

includes two open EIO slots

hp color LaserJet 4600dtn

base unit plus:

• additional 64 MB RAM
for 160 MB total

• second 500-sheet feeder
tray (for 1,100-sheet input
capacity)

• hp jetdirect 615n Fast
Ethernet (10/100Base­TX) internal print server

• auto-duplexing

includes two open EIO slots

hp color LaserJet 4600hdn

base unit plus:

• hard disk drive

• additional 64 MB RAM
for 160 MB total

• second 500-sheet feeder
tray (for 1,100-sheet
input capacity)

• hp jetdirect 615n Fast
Ethernet (10/100Base­TX) internal print server

• auto-duplexing

includes one open EIO slot

hp color LaserJet 4600 series printers at a glance

hp redefines office printing

The in-line design of the HP Color LaserJet 4600 series

printers give you color printing as fast as black and white

with exceptional output quality.

• breakthrough performance

The HP in-line technology combined with processor
and memory upgrades provide a huge leap in price
performance.

• ease of use

An intuitive control panel, a simple paper path, and
easy-to-load supplies with smart chips inside make
everyday use and maintenance simple.

• quality color printing

HP developed technologies combined with HP smart
printing supplies provide outstanding print quality.

ordering information

number description

C9660A HP Color LaserJet 4600 printer
C9692A HP Color LaserJet 4600n printer
C9661A HP Color LaserJet 4600dn printer
C9662A HP Color LaserJet 4600dtn printer
C9663A HP Color LaserJet 4600hdn printer

service and support

H3118A/E HP Supportpack, 3-year, same-day, onsite
H3113A/E HP Supportpack, 3-year, next-day, onsite

accessories and maintenance kits

J6054B HP EIO hard disk (10 GB)
C9664A 500-sheet feeder w/tray
C9667A Printer stand
C4103A Fast Infrared (FIR) port
C9724A Image transfer kit
C9725A Image fuser kit (110 volt)
C9726A Image fuser kit (220 volt)

supplies

print cartridges

C9720A HP Color LaserJet print cartridge, black
C9721A HP Color LaserJet print cartridge, cyan
C9722A HP Color LaserJet print cartridge, yellow
C9723A HP Color LaserJet print cartridge, magenta

media

HPJ1124 HP LaserJet paper, 500 sheets, letter
HPL245R HP Color Laser paper, 500 sheets, letter
HPM1120 HP Multipurpose paper, 500 sheets, letter
C2934A HP Color LaserJet transparencies, 50 sheets, letter
C4179A HP Soft Gloss Laser paper, 200 sheets, letter
Q2419A HP High Gloss Laser paper, 200 sheets, letter
Q2413A HP Premium Cover paper, 100 sheets, letter
Q1298A HP LaserJet Tough paper, 50 sheets, letter
HPU1132 HP Premium Choice LaserJet paper, 500 sheets, letter

memory

C4287A 4 MB Flash DIMM
C7848A 64 MB SDRAM DIMM
C7850A 128 MB SDRAM DIMM

interface and cables

C2946A Parallel cable, 2-meter IEEE 1284-C cable
92215S Macintosh DIN-8 printer cable
92215N HP LocalTalk cable kit

network

J6057A HP Jetdirect 615n Fast Ethernet (10/100Base-TX) internal print server
J6058A HP Jetdirect 680n 802.11b wireless internal print server
J4167A HP Jetdirect 610n Token Ring internal print server
J3111A HP Jetdirect 600n Ethernet (10Base-T, 10Base2) & LocalTalk internal print server
J3110A HP Jetdirect 600n Ethernet (10base-T) internal print server
J4135A HP Jetdirect Connectivity Card for USB, Serial, and LocalTalk connections

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technical specifications

hp color LaserJet 4600 series

hp color LaserJet 4600 hp color LaserJet 4600n hp color LaserJet 4600dn hp color LaserJet 4600dtn hp color LaserJet 4600hdn

C9660A C9692A C9661A C9662A C9663A

print speed* 17 pages per minute letter

*

exact speed varies depending on the system configuration, software application, driver, and document complexity

first page out 17.5 sec Ready state, 18.4 PowerSave, 2 min cold start

processor 400 MHz

memory 96 MB standard, expandable to 416 MB 160 MB standard, expandable to 416 MB

duty cycle, monthly 85,000 pages per month

media handling

paper trays, std

input capacity, max 600 sheets 1,100 sheets
output capacity, std 250 sheets

media

sizes letter, legal, executive, no. 10 envelopes

tray one: 3 by 5 to 8.5 by 14 in (76 by 127 to 216 by 356 mm), 16 to 44 lb (60 to 163 g/m

2

)

trays two and three: 5.83 by 8.27 to 8.5 by 14 in (182 by 210 to 216 by 356 mm), 16 to 28 lb (60 to 105 g/m

2

)

types paper (plain, glossy, recycled), envelopes, transparencies, labels, and card stock

print technology 600 by 600 dpi, hp ImageREt 2400

connectivity, std

print languages HP PCL 6, HP PCL 5e, PostScript

®

3 emulation

dimensions (w by d by h) 18.9 by 20 by 22.3 in (480 by 508 by 566 mm) 18.9 by 20 by 27.3 in (480 by 508 by 693 mm)

weight 81 lb (37 kg) 97 lb (44 kg) 105 lb (47.7 kg)

100-sheet multipurpose

and 500-sheet feeder input

paper trays

100-sheet multipurpose

and 500-sheet feeder

input paper trays

auto-duplexing

100-sheet multipurpose

and two 500-sheet feeder

input paper trays

auto-duplexing

100-sheet multipurpose

and two 500-sheet feeder

input paper trays

auto-duplexing, hard disk

IEEE1284-compliant bidirectional

parallel port, Fast Infrared (FIR) port,

3 open EIO slots

IEEE1284-compliant bidirectional

parallel port, Fast Infrared (FIR) port,

2 open EIO slots (standard),

hp jetdirect 615n (EIO) internal

print server in one EIO slot

IEEE1284-compliant bidirectional

parallel port, Fast Infrared (FIR) port,

1 open EIO slot (standard),

hp jetdirect 615n (EIO) internal

print server in one EIO slot, 10 GB

hard disk drive in one EIO slot

operating systems supported

Microsoft

®

Windows®98, ME, N T®4.0, 2000, XP; Mac 9 and higher, Mac OS X

network compatibility

Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, 2000, XP 32-bit, XP 64-bit

font capabilities

80 built-in scalable PCL, 80 internal PostScript

environmental ranges

Operating temperature: 63 to 77° F (17 to 25° C)
Supplies storage temperature: 4 to 104° F (-20 to 40° C)
Operating humidity: 30 to 70% RH (10 to 80% RH allowed)
Supplies storage humidity: 35 to 85% RH for 2.5 years maximum

acoustics

Printing operating position: 6.5 dB (A)
(A) Printing bystander position: 51 dB (A)
Sound power: 65 dB (A)

power requirements

Source: input voltage 100 to 127 VAC (+6%/-10%); 220 to 240 VAC (+6/-10%)
Frequency: 50/60 Hz (+/-2)

power consumption

Printing: 426 watts (110 volts); 430 watts (220 volts) maximum
Standby (Ready state): 34 watts (110 volts); 36 watts (220 volts) maximum
ENERGY STAR

®

compliant
PowerSave mode: 30 watts (110 volts); 32 watts (220 volts) maximum
Off mode: 0 watts (110 volts); 0 watts (220 volts)

warranty

One-year limited hardware warranty, phone and Web support

what’s in the box

HP Color LaserJet 4600 printer, four print cartridges, CD with software and electronic user’s
guide, printed getting started guide, power cord