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Safety information
Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce risk of injury from re or electric shock.
- Read and understand all instructions in the documentation that comes with the printer.
- Observe all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
- Unplug this product from wall outlets before cleaning.
- Do not install or use this product near water, or when you are wet.
- Install the product securely on a stable surface.
- Install the product in a protected location where no one can step on or trip over the line cord, and the line cord cannot be damaged.
- If the product does not operate normally, see Solve problems.
- There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualied service personnel.
Table of contents
1 Get started .................................................................................................................................................... 1
Control panel features ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Use the HP Smart app to print, scan, and manage ............................................................................................. 11
2 Connect your printer .................................................................................................................................... 12
Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi network using HP Smart ................................................................................... 13
Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) .................................................... 14
Connect your printer to an Ethernet network ..................................................................................................... 15
Connect your printer using a USB cable .............................................................................................................. 16
Change the connection type ................................................................................................................................ 19
3 Load media ................................................................................................................................................. 20
Load paper ........................................................................................................................................................... 21
Load an original on the scanner glass ................................................................................................................. 25
Load an original in the document feeder (some models only) ........................................................................... 27
Print from a Windows computer .......................................................................................................................... 29
Print from a Mac computer .................................................................................................................................. 30
Print with mobile devices .................................................................................................................................... 31
5 Copy and scan .............................................................................................................................................. 32
Make a copy .......................................................................................................................................................... 33
Copy an identication (ID) card ............................................................................................................................ 34
Scan using HP Smart (iOS/Android, Windows 10, and macOS) ........................................................................... 36
Scan using the HP Scan software (Windows 7) ................................................................................................... 37
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6 Congure your printer .................................................................................................................................. 38
Use Web Services ................................................................................................................................................. 39
Update the printer ............................................................................................................................................... 40
Congure the printer using the Embedded Web Server (EWS) ........................................................................... 41
7 Supplies, accessories, and parts ................................................................................................................... 45
Order supplies, accessories, and parts ................................................................................................................ 46
Congure the HP toner-cartridge-protection supply settings ........................................................................... 48
Enable or disable the Cartridge Policy feature .................................................................................................... 49
Replace the toner cartridge ................................................................................................................................. 50
HP support ........................................................................................................................................................... 53
Printer does not pick up paper or misfeeds ........................................................................................................ 64
Clear paper jams .................................................................................................................................................. 67
System requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 96
Power consumption, electrical specications, and acoustic emissions ............................................................. 98
Operating-environment range ............................................................................................................................ 98
Appendix B Service and support ..................................................................................................................... 101
HP limited warranty statement ......................................................................................................................... 102
HP policy on non-Original HP supplies .............................................................................................................. 116
HP anticounterfeit Web site .............................................................................................................................. 117
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Data stored on the toner cartridge ................................................................................................................... 118
End User License Agreement ............................................................................................................................. 119
Customer self-repair warranty service ............................................................................................................. 124
Customer support .............................................................................................................................................. 125
Appendix C Environmental product stewardship program ................................................................................ 126
Protecting the environment .............................................................................................................................. 127
Ozone production .............................................................................................................................................. 127
Power consumption ........................................................................................................................................... 127
Paper use ........................................................................................................................................................... 128
HP LaserJet print supplies ................................................................................................................................. 128
Paper .................................................................................................................................................................. 128
Material restrictions .......................................................................................................................................... 128
Disposal of waste equipment by users (EU and India) ...................................................................................... 129
Hardware recycling information (Brazil) ........................................................................................................... 130
Chemical substances ......................................................................................................................................... 130
Product Power Data per European Union Commission Regulation 1275/2008 ............................................... 130
SEPA Ecolabel User Information (China) ........................................................................................................... 131
The regulation of the implementation on China energy label for printer, and copier ..................................... 131
Restriction of Hazardous Substances statement (India) .................................................................................. 131
The Table of Hazardous Substances/Elements and their Content (China) ....................................................... 132
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) ................................................................................................................... 132
Declaration of the Presence Condition of the Restricted Substances Marking (Taiwan) ................................. 134
For more information ........................................................................................................................................ 135
Appendix D Regulatory information ............................................................................................................... 136
Index ........................................................................................................................................................... 147
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1Get started
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Printer views
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Control panel features
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Printer views
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Printer front view (d/dw model)
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Printer front view (sdn/sdw model)
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Printer back view
Printer front view (d/dw model)
FeatureDescription
1Scanner lid
2Scanner glass
3Control panel
4Output tray/cartridge access door
5Status light (some models only). For more information, see Light patterns.
WhiteIdle, sleep, or working
AmberNeeds attention because an error has occurred
BlueWireless network connection status
GreenStarting up, processing, or updating
PurpleWireless setup mode
6Tray cover
7Input tray
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Printer front view (sdn/sdw model)
FeatureDescription
1Document feeder door
2Document feeder
3Tray cover
4Input tray
5Scanner lid
6Scanner glass
7Output tray/cartridge access door
8Control panel
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Printer back view
FeatureDescription
1Rear USB port
2Ethernet port (some models only)
3Power input
4Rear access door
5Security slot
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Control panel features
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Control panel view (d/dw model)
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Control panel view (sdn/sdw model)
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Control panel display
Control panel view (d/dw model)
FeatureDescription
1Control panel lights
Wireless button
(some models
only)
Paper lightThe Paper light blinks when the input tray is out of paper, or when there is a paper
Attention light
(USB model
only)
Press (the Wireless button) to turn wireless capability on or o. For more
information, see
Press and hold (the Wireless button) to set up wireless using WPS.
error.
The Attention light is on or blinks when the printer requires user attention. For more
information, see Interpret control-panel light patterns.
Wireless status of the printer.
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Cartridge lightWhen the Cartridge light is on, it indicates that the cartridge is low on toner. If the
Cartridge light blinks, you can continue printing until the Attention light blinks or the
status light shows amber.
If the Cartridge light blinks and the Attention light is on or the status bar shows
amber, a problem with the cartridge has occurred. Reinstall or replace the cartridge to
continue printing. See Remove and replace the toner cartridge.
Open Lid lightThis light ashes during the ID Card Copy mode. Open the lid and turn the original
over to copy the second side.
2Control panel
display
3Copy Options
4Copy button/
5ID Card copy
6Information
For a list of printer display codes, see Interpret printer display codes.
light
button
button/light
Use (the Menu button) and (the Minus button) and (the Plus
button) as follows:
1.Press (the Plus/Minus button) to adjust the number of copies to print.
2.Press (the Menu button) to move to the next option, (the Contrast
setting icon).
3.
Press (the Plus/Minus button) to adjust the contrast.
Press this button to start a copy job.
Press this button to start the process of copying a two-sided identication card or
similar document. See Copy an identication (ID) card.
Press (the Information button) to print a summary of printer settings and
status. If a printer error occurs,
(the Information button) lights up or blinks.
Press the button, check and follow the instructions on the printed page to resolve the
error.
If (the Information button) blinks while setting up wireless, press this button
to complete authorization.
7Resume button/
light
8Cancel button/
light
9Power button
10Status light
(some models
only)
If the Resume light is on, the printer needs attention. Press (the Resume
button) to acknowledge and resume printing.
Press (the Cancel button) to cancel a job.
Press (the Power button) to turn the printer on or o.
When the Status light is on, the printer is ready to print. When the light is blinking, the
printer is starting up, receiving print data, or canceling a job. When the light dims, the
printer is in Sleep Mode (a low-power state).
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Control panel view (sdn/sdw model)
FeatureDescription
1Power button
2Status lightWhen the Status light is on, the printer is ready to print. When the light is
3Control panel lights
Paper lightThe Paper light blinks when the input tray is out of paper, or when there is a
Attention light The Attention light is on or blinks when the printer requires user attention. For
Cartridge light When the Cartridge light is on, it indicates that the cartridge is low on toner. If
Open Lid lightThis light ashes during the ID Copy mode. Open the lid and turn the original
4Control panel
display
For a list of printer display codes, see Interpret printer display codes.
Press (the Power button) to turn the printer on or o.
blinking, the printer is starting up, receiving print data, or canceling a job. When
the light dims, the printer is in Sleep Mode (a low-power state).
paper error.
more information, see Interpret control-panel light patterns..
the Cartridge light blinks, you can continue printing until the Attention light
blinks or the status light shows amber.
If the Cartridge light blinks and the Attention light is on or the status bar shows
amber, a problem with the cartridge has occurred. Reinstall or replace the
cartridge to continue printing. See Remove and replace the toner cartridge.
over to copy the second side.
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5Copy Options
6Copy buttonPress this button to start a copy job.
Use (the Menu button) and (the Minus button) and (the
Plus button) as follows:
1.Press (the Plus/Minus button) to adjust the number of copies to
print.
2.Press (the Menu button) to move to the next option, (the
Contrast setting icon).
3.Press (the Plus/Minus button) to adjust the contrast.
4.Press (the Menu button) to move to the next option, (the
Reduce/Enlarge setting icon).
5.Press (the Plus/Minus button) to adjust the size.
7ID Card copy
button
8Information
button/light
9Wireless
button (some
models only)
10Resume
button/light
11Cancel button/
light
Press this button to start the process of copying a two-sided identication card
or similar document. See Copy an identication (ID) card.
Press (the Information button) to print a summary of printer settings and
status. If a printer error occurs,
blinks. Press the button, check and follow the instructions on the printed page to
resolve the error.
If (the Information button) blinks while setting up wireless, press this
button to complete authorization.
Press (the Wireless button) to turn wireless capability on or o. For more
information, see
Press and hold (the Wireless button) to set up wireless using WPS.
If the Resume light is on, the printer needs attention. Press (the Resume
button) to acknowledge and resume printing.
Press (the Cancel button) to cancel a job.
Wireless status of the printer.
(the Information button) lights up or
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Control panel display
Control panel elements
The printer has the following control panel elements.
FeatureDescription
1Wireless icon (some models only) If the wireless icon is lit, then there is a stable wireless connection. If an
exclamation icon appears beside the wireless icon, see Wireless status
of the printer.
2Ethernet iconThis indicates the printer is connected through a wired (Ethernet)
connection.
3Wi-Fi Direct icon (wireless model
only)
4Character displayDepending on the current mode, the characters display the following:
5Reduce/Enlarge (scale) iconWhen displayed, the character display shows the current scaling factor
6Lighter/Darker (contrast) iconWhen displayed, the character display shows the contrast setting (as a
7Number of Copies iconWhen displayed, the character display shows the number of copies
The Wi-Fi Direct icon indicates that Wi-Fi Direct is on.
●Number of copies being printed
●Copy settings (contrast and the reduce/enlarge setting)
●Animation to show that the device is busy
●Error and status codes. For a list of printer display codes, see
Interpret printer display codes.
(in percent).
bar graphic).
currently selected for printing.
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Control panel modes
The appearance of the control panel display changes depending on the mode that the printer is in. Three
common display modes are shown below.
Copy mode
The display shows (the Number of Copies icon), and the number of copies
currently selected.
Contrast mode
The display shows (the Lighter/Darker icon), and the current setting.
Scale mode (some models only)
The display shows (the Reduce/Enlarge icon), and the current scale (as a
percentage of the original size).
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Use the HP Smart app to print, scan, and manage
The HP Smart app can help you perform many dierent printer tasks, including the following:
●Set up and connect your printer.
●Print and scan documents and photos.
●Share documents through email and other applications.
●Manage printer settings, check printer status, print reports, and order supplies.
HP Smart is supported on mobile devices and computers running on iOS, Android, Windows 10, and macOS
10.13 and later.
NOTE: At this time, the HP Smart app might not be available in all languages. Some features are available
only on specic printers or models. HP Smart does not support all le formats. See Get more information
about HP Smart.
To install HP Smart and open the app
Complete the following steps to install and open HP Smart, connect your printer, and begin using the app.
1.Visit 123.hp.com to download and install HP Smart on your device.
NOTE:
●iOS, Android, Windows 10, and macOS devices: You can also download HP Smart from the
respective app stores for the device.
●Windows 7: You can download the HP printer software from 123.hp.com , install the software, and
connect the printer wirelessly using the software.
2.Open HP Smart after installation.
●iOS/Android: From the mobile device desktop or app menu, tap HP Smart.
●Windows 10: From the computer desktop, click Start, and then select HP Smart from the app list.
●macOS: From the Launchpad, select HP Smart.
3.Connect your printer wirelessly using HP Smart. See Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi network using HP
Smart.
4.When prompted, create an HP account and register the printer.
Get more information about HP Smart
To learn how to connect, print, and scan using HP Smart, visit the website for your device:
●iOS/Android: www.hp.com/go/hpsmart-help
●Windows 10: www.hp.com/go/hpsmartwin-help
●macOS: www.hp.com/go/hpsmartmac-help
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2Connect your printer
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Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi network using HP Smart
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Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
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Connect your printer to an Ethernet network
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Connect your printer using a USB cable
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Change wireless settings
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Change the connection type
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Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi network using HP Smart
NOTE: This section is applicable to wireless printers only.
Install the HP Smart app on your computer or mobile device and use the app to set up or connect the printer
to your Wi-Fi network.
For information about HP Smart including where to download the app, see Use the HP Smart app to print,
scan, and manage.
1.Make sure your computer or mobile device is connected to your Wi-Fi network. On your mobile device,
turn on Bluetooth and location services.
NOTE: HP Smart uses Bluetooth for printer setup. It does not support Print using Bluetooth.
2.If your printer Wi-Fi was previously turned o, make sure to turn it on. For more information about
wireless status, see To turn on or o the wireless capabilities of the printer.
3.If the printer is no longer in wireless setup mode, restore the printer network settings. See To restore
network settings to default settings.
NOTE: For some printers or models, the purple light will start pulsing in the Status light bar or the
Wireless light will blink when the printer is in wireless setup mode.
4.Open the HP Smart app on your computer or mobile device. See Use the HP Smart app to print, scan, and
manage.
5.From HP Smart, click or tap (the Plus icon) or Add Printer, and then choose the option to select or
add a printer. If prompted, allow Bluetooth and location permissions.
Follow the instructions to add the printer to your network.
6.When prompted, create an HP account and register the printer.
NOTE: When the printer is connected successfully, the Wireless light stops blinking and remains lit (for all
Wireless models). See Printer views.
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Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi network using Wi-Fi Protected
Setup (WPS)
This wireless setup method can be used if your router has a WPS button. If the router does not have this
button, it is recommended that you connect the printer using the HP Smart app. See Connect your printer to a
Wi-Fi network using HP Smart.
1.Make sure your router and printer are not too far from each other.
2.
From the printer control panel, press and hold (the Wireless button) for at least 3 seconds to start
WPS.
The Wireless light blinks.
3.Press the WPS button on your router.
NOTE:
●Be sure to press the WPS button on the router within 2 minutes.
●When the printer is connected successfully, the Wireless light stops blinking and remains lit (for all
Wireless models). See Printer views.
4.Open the HP Smart app on your computer or mobile device. See Use the HP Smart app to print, scan, and
manage.
5.From HP Smart, click or tap (the Plus icon) or Add Printer, and then choose the option to select or
add a printer.
Follow the instructions to add the printer to your network.
6.When prompted, create an HP account and register the printer.
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Connect your printer to an Ethernet network
If your Ethernet network does not have an Internet connection, connect the printer wirelessly to the HP Smart
app. See Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi network using HP Smart.
1.Make sure your computer is connected to the router.
2.Connect your printer and router using an Ethernet cable. (Ethernet cable sold separately.)
NOTE:
●The Wi-Fi connection is automatically disabled when you connect the Ethernet cable.
●To connect the printer wirelessly, disconnect the Ethernet cable and connect the printer to your
wireless network using HP Smart. See Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi network using HP Smart.
3.Open the HP Smart app on your computer or mobile device. See Use the HP Smart app to print, scan, and
manage.
4.From HP Smart, click or tap (the Plus icon) or Add Printer, and then choose the option to select or
add a printer.
Follow the instructions to add the printer to your network.
5.When prompted, create an HP account and register the printer.
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Connect your printer using a USB cable
1.Connect the printer and computer using a USB cable.
2.Open the HP Smart app on your computer. See Use the HP Smart app to print, scan, and manage.
3.
From HP Smart, click or tap (the Plus icon) or Add Printer, and then choose the option to select or
add a printer.
Follow the instructions to add the printer.
4.When prompted, create an HP account and register the printer.
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Change wireless settings
You can set up and manage the wireless connection for your printer. This includes printing information about
network settings, turning the wireless function on or o, and restoring wireless settings.
Wireless status of the printer
Wireless button
Wireless icon
OOSolid white light on the bar.The printer is not connected to the network.
On
(sdn/sdw model)Status light (d/dw model)Wi-Fi Status
OnSolid light blue light on the bar.The printer is connected to the network.
BlinksThe bar pulses light blue.The printer is trying to connect to a wireless
To turn on wireless, press (the
Wireless button).
To connect the printer to a Wi-Fi network, see
Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi network using
HP Smart or Connect your printer to a Wi-Fi
network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
network.
On (signal bar cycles)
On (signal bar cycles)
On (signal bar cycles)
BlinksSolid blue light pulses and then ashes
amber.
BlinksPurple light pulses on the bar.The printer is in wireless setup mode.
The printer is unable to connect to a wireless
network.
If the printer is unable to connect to a
wireless network,
blinks and Er/61 appears on the control
panel. Press
continue and then try connecting the printer
to the wireless network again. See Connect
your printer to a Wi-Fi network using Wi-Fi
Protected Setup (WPS).
If problem persists, try connecting using the
HP Smart app. See Connect your printer to a
Wi-Fi network using HP Smart.
(the Wireless icon)
(the Cancel button) to
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To turn on or o the wireless capabilities of the printer
Press (the Wireless button) to turn on or o the printer wireless capabilities.
To restore network settings to default settings
1.
Press and hold (the Information button) for 3 seconds, and then release the button. All control
panel buttons will light up.
Press and hold (the Wireless button) and (the Cancel button). The printer restarts and,
2.
depending on your printer model, the Status light pulses purple or
blinking blue. This indicates that the printer is in wireless setup mode. You can now set up a wireless
connection between the printer and your device.
NOTE: Use the HP Smart app to connect the printer wirelessly.
(the Wireless button) starts
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Change the connection type
USB to a wireless connection
Windows 10/macOS
1.Unplug the USB cable from the printer.
2.Make sure your computer or mobile device is connected to your Wi-Fi network. On your mobile device,
turn on Bluetooth and location services.
3.If your printer Wi-Fi was previously turned o, make sure to turn it on. For more information about
wireless status, see To turn on or o the wireless capabilities of the printer.
4.If the printer is no longer in wireless setup mode, restore the printer network settings. See To restore
network settings to default settings.
5.Open the HP Smart app on your computer or mobile device. See Use the HP Smart app to print, scan, and
manage.
6.When prompted, create an HP account and register the printer.
7.Follow the on-screen instructions to connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network.
Windows 7
1.Open the HP printer software.
If you have not installed the HP printer software on your computer, visit 123.hp.com to download and
install the printer software.
2.In the printer software, click Tools, and then click Device Setup & Software.
3.Select Convert a USB connected device to wireless. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Wireless to a USB connection
Windows/macOS
1.Connect the printer and computer using a USB cable.
2.Open the HP Smart app on your computer. See Use the HP Smart app to print, scan, and manage.
3.From HP Smart, click or tap (the Plus icon) or Add Printer, and then choose the option to select or
add a printer. Follow the instructions to add the printer.
4.When prompted, create an HP account and register the printer.
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3Load media
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Load paper
●
Load envelopes
●
Load labels
●
Load an original on the scanner glass
●
Load an original in the document feeder (some models only)
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Load paper
The following information describes how to load paper into the input tray.
NOTE: To avoid paper jams:
●Never add or remove paper from the input tray during printing.
●Before loading the input tray, remove all of the paper from the input tray and straighten the stack.
●Use paper that is not wrinkled, folded, or damaged.
●Always use 1 size paper. For example, do not place A5 paper over A4 size paper.
●Always push the paper guides to ensure paper does not slant/skew while picking up by printer.
To load paper
1.Remove paper from the input tray, if any.
TIP: To load Legal-size paper, lift the printer cover and, if necessary, leave it open. Depending on your
printer model, you might also need to lower the tray door.
2.Slide the paper guides to the edges of the input tray.
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3.Insert the stack of paper into the input tray with the top forward and the side to be printed on facing up.
4.Slide the paper guides until they touch the edges of the media.
5.Lower the tray cover and extend the output tray.
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Load envelopes
The following information describes how to load paper into the input tray.
For a list of supported sizes and tray capacity, visit www.hp.com/support/ljM232MFP . Click Product
information, and then click the product specications for your printer.
To load envelopes
1.Remove all paper from the input tray.
2.Insert the envelope into the middle of the input tray, with the short, postage end toward the back of the
tray. The side to be printed on should face up.
3.Slide the paper guides until they touch the edges of the media.
4.Lower the tray cover and extend the output tray.
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Load labels
The following information describes how to load paper into the input tray.
For a list of supported sizes and tray capacity, visit www.hp.com/support/ljM232MFP . Click Product
information, and then click the product specications for your printer.
To load labels
1.Remove all paper from the input tray.
2.Insert the sheet of labels into the middle of the input tray, with the top edge of the sheet toward the
back of the tray. The side to be printed on should face up.
3.Slide the paper guides until they touch the edges of the media.
4.Lower the tray cover and extend the output tray.
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