Hp M253, M254 User Manual
User Guide
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Color LaserJet Pro M253-M254
M253-M254
Color LaserJet Pro M253-M254
User Guide
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Table of contents
1 Printer overview ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 1
Printer views .............................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Printer front view ................................................................................................................................................. 2
Printer back view .................................................................................................................................................. 3
2-line control-panel view (nw and dn models only) ....................................................................................... 4
Touchscreen control-panel view (dw models only) ........................................................................................ 6
Home screen layout ........................................................................................................................ 7
How to use the touchscreen control panel ................................................................................. 8
Printer specications ................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Technical specications ....................................................................................................................................... 9
Supported operating systems ........................................................................................................................... 9
Mobile printing solutions .................................................................................................................................. 11
Printer dimensions ............................................................................................................................................ 12
Power consumption, electrical specications, and acoustic emissions .................................................... 13
Operating environmental range ...................................................................................................................... 13
Printer hardware setup and software installation ............................................................................................................ 14
2 Paper trays .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Load paper to the single-sheet slot (Tray 1) ..................................................................................................................... 16
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 16
Tray 1 paper orientation ................................................................................................................................... 18
Load paper to Tray 2 ............................................................................................................................................................. 19
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
Tray 2 paper orientation ................................................................................................................................... 21
Load and print envelopes ..................................................................................................................................................... 23
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 23
Print envelopes .................................................................................................................................................. 23
Envelope orientation ......................................................................................................................................... 24
Load and print labels ............................................................................................................................................................. 25
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 25
Manually feed labels ......................................................................................................................................... 25
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Label orientation ............................................................................................................................................... 26
3 Supplies, accessories, and parts .......................................................................................................................................................... 27
Order supplies, accessories, and parts ............................................................................................................................... 28
Ordering .............................................................................................................................................................. 28
Supplies and accessories ................................................................................................................................. 28
Customer self-repair parts ............................................................................................................................... 29
Replace the toner cartridges ................................................................................................................................................ 30
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 30
Remove and replace the toner cartridges ..................................................................................................... 32
4 Print .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Print tasks (Windows) ............................................................................................................................................................ 36
How to print (Windows) .................................................................................................................................... 36
Automatically print on both sides (Windows) ............................................................................................... 36
Manually print on both sides (Windows) ........................................................................................................ 37
Print multiple pages per sheet (Windows) .................................................................................................... 37
Select the paper type (Windows) .................................................................................................................... 38
Print tasks (OS X) .................................................................................................................................................................... 39
How to print (OS X) ............................................................................................................................................ 39
Automatically print on both sides (OS X) ....................................................................................................... 39
Manually print on both sides (OS X) ................................................................................................................ 39
Print multiple pages per sheet (OS X) ............................................................................................................ 40
Select the paper type (OS X) ............................................................................................................................ 40
Mobile printing ........................................................................................................................................................................ 41
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 41
Wi-Fi Direct (wireless models only) ................................................................................................................ 41
Enable or disable Wi-Fi Direct ..................................................................................................... 43
Change the printer Wi-Fi Direct name ....................................................................................... 44
HP ePrint via email ............................................................................................................................................ 46
HP ePrint software ............................................................................................................................................ 47
AirPrint ................................................................................................................................................................. 48
Android embedded printing ............................................................................................................................. 48
Use walk-up USB printing (touchscreen models only) ..................................................................................................... 49
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 49
Step one: Access USB les on the printer ...................................................................................................... 49
Step two: Print USB documents ...................................................................................................................... 49
Option one: Print documents ...................................................................................................... 49
Option two: Print photos .............................................................................................................. 50
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5 Manage the printer ................................................................................................................................................................................. 51
Use HP Web Services applications (touchscreen models only) ...................................................................................... 52
Change the printer connection type (Windows) ................................................................................................................ 53
Advanced conguration with HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) and HP Device Toolbox (Windows) ....................... 54
Congure IP network settings .............................................................................................................................................. 57
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 57
Printer sharing disclaimer ................................................................................................................................ 57
View or change network settings ................................................................................................................... 57
Rename the printer on a network ................................................................................................................... 58
Manually congure IPv4 TCP/IP parameters from the control panel ........................................................ 59
Printer security features ....................................................................................................................................................... 61
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 61
Assign or change the system password using the HP Embedded Web Server ....................................... 61
Energy-conservation settings .............................................................................................................................................. 63
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 63
Print with EconoMode ....................................................................................................................................... 63
Set the Sleep/Auto O After Inactivity setting .............................................................................................. 63
Set the Shut Down After Inactivity delay and congure the printer to use 1 watt or less of power .... 64
Set the Delay Shut Down setting .................................................................................................................... 65
HP Web Jetadmin ................................................................................................................................................................... 67
Update the rmware .............................................................................................................................................................. 68
Method one: Update the rmware using the control panel ........................................................................ 68
Method two: Update the rmware using the Firmware Update Utility ..................................................... 69
6 Solve problems ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 71
Customer support .................................................................................................................................................................. 72
Control panel help system (touchscreen models only) ................................................................................................... 73
Restore the factory-set defaults ......................................................................................................................................... 74
A “Cartridge is low” or “Cartridge is very low” message displays on the printer control panel ................................. 75
Change the “Very Low” settings ...................................................................................................................... 75
For printers with fax capability ................................................................................................... 76
Order supplies .................................................................................................................................................... 76
Printer does not pick up paper or misfeeds ....................................................................................................................... 77
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 77
The product does not pick up paper ............................................................................................................... 77
The product picks up multiple sheets of paper ............................................................................................ 77
Clear paper jams ..................................................................................................................................................................... 78
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 78
Paper jam locations ........................................................................................................................................... 78
Experiencing frequent or recurring paper jams? .......................................................................................... 79
Clear paper jams in the single-sheet slot (Tray 1) ....................................................................................... 81
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Clear paper jams in Tray 2 ................................................................................................................................ 83
Clear paper jams in the rear door and the fuser area .................................................................................. 85
Clear paper jams in the duplexer (duplex models only) .............................................................................. 87
Clear paper jams in the output bin .................................................................................................................. 89
Improve print quality ............................................................................................................................................................. 91
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 91
Update the printer rmware ............................................................................................................................ 92
Print from a dierent software program ....................................................................................................... 92
Check the paper-type setting for the print job ............................................................................................. 92
Check the paper type setting on the printer ............................................................................. 92
Check the paper type setting (Windows) .................................................................................. 92
Check the paper type setting (OS X) .......................................................................................... 92
Check toner-cartridge status ........................................................................................................................... 93
Print a cleaning page ......................................................................................................................................... 94
Visually inspect the toner cartridge or cartridges ........................................................................................ 95
Check paper and the printing environment ................................................................................................... 95
Step one: Use paper that meets HP specications ................................................................. 95
Step two: Check the environment .............................................................................................. 95
Step three: Set the individual tray alignment ........................................................................... 96
Try a dierent print driver ................................................................................................................................ 97
Check the EconoMode settings ....................................................................................................................... 98
Adjust Print Density ........................................................................................................................................... 98
Calibrate the printer to align the colors ......................................................................................................... 99
Adjust color settings (Windows) ................................................................................................................... 100
Print and interpret the print quality page ................................................................................................... 100
Resolving print quality problems ...................................................................................................................................... 102
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 102
Troubleshoot print quality problems ........................................................................................................... 102
Solve wired network problems .......................................................................................................................................... 110
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 110
Poor physical connection ............................................................................................................................... 110
The computer is unable to communicate with the printer ....................................................................... 110
The printer is using incorrect link and duplex settings for the network ................................................. 111
New software programs might be causing compatibility problems ....................................................... 111
The computer or workstation might be set up incorrectly ....................................................................... 111
The printer is disabled, or other network settings are incorrect ............................................................. 111
Solve wireless network problems ..................................................................................................................................... 112
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 112
Wireless connectivity checklist ...................................................................................................................... 112
The printer does not print after the wireless conguration completes ................................................. 113
The printer does not print, and the computer has a third-party rewall installed ............................... 113
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The wireless connection does not work after moving the wireless router or printer .......................... 113
Cannot connect more computers to the wireless printer ......................................................................... 113
The wireless printer loses communication when connected to a VPN ................................................... 114
The network does not appear in the wireless networks list .................................................................... 114
The wireless network is not functioning ..................................................................................................... 114
Perform a wireless network diagnostic test ............................................................................................... 114
Reduce interference on a wireless network ................................................................................................ 115
Index ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 117
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1 Printer overview
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Printer views
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Printer specications
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Printer hardware setup and software installation
For more information:
The following information is correct at the time of publication. For current information, see www.hp.com/
support/ljM253.
HP's all-inclusive help for the printer includes the following information:
●
Install and congure
●
Learn and use
●
Solve problems
●
Download software and rmware updates
●
Join support forums
●
Find warranty and regulatory information
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Printer views
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3
1
4
2
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5
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10
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Printer front view
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Printer back view
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2-line control-panel view (nw and dn models only)
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Touchscreen control-panel view (dw models only)
Printer front view
1 2-line backlit control panel (nw and dn models only)
2 Output bin
3 Output bin extension
4 Front door (access to the toner cartridges)
5 Model name
6 Single-sheet priority feed slot (Tray 1)
7 Main input tray (Tray 2)
8 Power button
9 Control panel with color touchscreen display (dw models only)
10 Walk-up USB port for printing without a computer (dw models only)
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Printer back view
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1
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3
5
4
1 Rear door (access for clearing jams)
2 Serial number and product number label
3 Power connection
4 USB interface port
5 Ethernet port
6 Duplexer (duplex models only)
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2-line control-panel view (nw and dn models only)
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1
3
6
4 5
7
1 2-line control panel display This screen displays menus and printer information.
2 OK button Press the OK button for the following actions:
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Open the control-panel menus.
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Open a submenu displayed on the control-panel display.
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Select a menu item.
3
Left arrow button
4
Back arrow button
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Clear some errors.
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Begin a print job in response to a control-panel prompt (for example, when the
message Press [OK] to continue appears on the control-panel display).
Use this button to navigate through the menus or to decrease a value that appears on the
display.
Use this button for the following actions:
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Exit the control-panel menus.
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Scroll back to a previous menu in a submenu list.
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Scroll back to a previous menu item in a submenu list (without saving changes to the
menu item).
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5
Wireless button (wireless models
only)
Use this button to access the wireless menu.
6
Cancel button
7
Right arrow button
Press this button to cancel a print job or to exit the control panel menus.
Use this button to navigate through the menus or to increase a value that appears on the
display.
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Touchscreen control-panel view (dw models only)
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1
2
3
1
Back button
2
Home button
3
Help button
4 Touchscreen The display provides access to menus, help animations, and printer information.
5 Home page screen indicator The display indicates which Home screen the control panel is currently displaying.
Touch this button to return to the previous screen.
Touch this button to navigate to the Home screen.
Touch this button to open the control-panel help system.
NOTE: While the control panel does not have a standard Cancel button, during many printer processes a Cancel
button appears on the touchscreen. This permits users to cancel a process before the printer completes it.
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Home screen layout
1 2
4 53 6 7
The Home screen provides access to the printer features and indicates the current status of the printer.
Return to the Home screen at any time by touching the Home button on the printer control panel.
NOTE: The features that appear on the Home screen can vary, depending on the printer conguration.
1 Reset button Touch this button to reset any temporary job settings to the default printer settings.
2 Connection Information
3 Printer status This screen area provides information about the overall printer status.
4
5
6
7 Setup button Touch this button to open the Setup menu.
button
USB button
Supplies button
Apps 2 button
Touch this button to open the Connection Information menu, which provides network information.
The button appears as either a wired network icon or a wireless network icon , depending
on the type of network to which the printer is connected.
Touch this button to open the USB Flash Drive menu.
Touch this button to view information about supplies status.
Touch this button to open the Apps menu to print directly from select Web applications.
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How to use the touchscreen control panel
Use the following actions to use the printer touchscreen control panel.
Action Description Example
Touch Touch an item on the screen to select that
item or open that menu. Also, when
scrolling through menus, briey touch the
screen to stop the scrolling.
Swipe Touch the screen and then move the nger
horizontally to move the screen sideways.
Scroll Touch the screen, and then, without lifting
the nger, move the nger vertically to
move the screen.
Touch the Setup button to open the
Setup menu.
Swipe the Home screen to access the Setup
button.
Scroll through the Setup menu.
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Printer specications
IMPORTANT: The following specications are correct at the time of publication, but they are subject to change.
For current information, see www.hp.com/support/ljM253.
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Technical specications
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Supported operating systems
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Mobile printing solutions
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Printer dimensions
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Power consumption, electrical specications, and acoustic emissions
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Operating environmental range
Technical specications
See www.hp.com/support/ljM253 for current information.
Supported operating systems
The following information applies to the printer-specic Windows PCL 6 and HP print drivers for OS X and to the
software installer.
Windows: The HP Software Installer installs the “HP PCL.6” version 3 print driver, the “HP PCL 6” version 3 print
driver, or the “HP PCL-6” version 4 print driver, depending on the Windows operating system, along with optional
software when using the software installer. Download the "HP PCL.6" version 3 print driver, the "HP PCL 6"
version 3 print driver, and the "HP PCL-6" version 4 print driver from the printer-support website for this printer:
www.hp.com/support/ljM253.
OS X: Mac computers are supported with this printer. Download HP Easy Start either from 123.hp.com/LaserJet
or from the Printer Support page, and then use HP Easy Start to install the HP print driver. HP Easy Start is not
included in the HP Software Installer.
1. Go to 123.hp.com/LaserJet.
2. Follow the steps provided to download the printer software.
Linux: For information and print drivers for Linux, go to www.hp.com/go/linuxprinting.
UNIX: For information and print drivers for UNIX®, go to www.hp.com/go/unixmodelscripts.
Table
1-1 Supported operating systems and print drivers
Operating system Print driver installed (from the software on
the web)
Windows® XP SP3, 32-bit
The “HP PCL.6” printer-specic print driver is
installed for this operating system as part of
the software installation.
Notes
Microsoft retired mainstream support for
Windows XP in April 2009. HP will continue
to provide best eort support for the
discontinued XP operating system. Some
features of the print driver are not
supported.
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Table 1-1 Supported operating systems and print drivers (continued)
Operating system Print driver installed (from the software on
the web)
Windows Vista®, 32-bit
Windows 7, 32-bit and 64-bit The “HP PCL 6” printer-specic print driver is
Windows 8, 32-bit and 64-bit The “HP PCL 6” printer-specic print driver is
Windows 8.1, 32-bit and 64-bit The “HP PCL-6” V4 printer-specic print
Windows 10, 32-bit and 64-bit The “HP PCL-6” V4 printer-specic print
Windows Server 2008 SP2, 32-bit The “HP PCL.6” printer-specic print driver is
The “HP PCL.6” printer-specic print driver is
installed for this operating system as part of
the software installation.
installed for this operating system as part of
the software installation.
installed for this operating system as part of
the software installation.
driver is installed for this operating system
as part of the software installation.
driver is installed for this operating system
as part of the software installation.
available for download from the printersupport website. Download the driver, and
then use the Microsoft Add Printer tool to
install it.
Notes
Microsoft retired mainstream support for
Windows Vista in April 2012. HP will
continue to provide best eort support for
the discontinued Vista operating system.
Some features of the print driver are not
supported.
Windows 8 RT support is provided through
Microsoft IN OS Version 4, 32- bit driver.
Windows 8.1 RT support is provided through
Microsoft IN OS Version 4, 32- bit driver.
Microsoft retired mainstream support for
Windows Server 2008 in January 2015. HP
will continue to provide best eort support
for the discontinued Server 2008 operating
system. Some features of the print driver
are not supported.
Windows Server 2008 SP2, 64-bit The “HP PCL 6” printer-specic print driver is
available for download from the printersupport website. Download the driver, and
then use the Microsoft Add Printer tool to
install it.
Windows Server 2008 R2, SP 1, 64-bit The “HP PCL 6” printer-specic print driver is
installed for this operating system as part of
the software installation.
Windows Server 2012, 64-bit The “HP PCL 6” printer-specic print driver is
installed for this operating system as part of
the software installation.
Windows Server 2012 R2, 64-bit The “HP PCL-6” printer-specic print driver
is installed for this operating system as part
of the software installation.
Windows 10 server (Server 2016), 32-bit
and 64-bit
OS X 10.10 Yosemite, OS X 10.11 El Capitan,
OS X 10.12 Sierra
The “HP PCL-6” printer-specic print driver
is installed for this operating system as part
of the software installation.
To install the print driver, download HP Easy
Start from 123.hp.com/LaserJet. Follow the
steps provided to install the printer software
and print driver.
Microsoft retired mainstream support for
Windows Server 2008 in January 2015. HP
will continue to provide best eort support
for the discontinued Server 2008 operating
system.
NOTE: For a current list of supported operating systems, go to www.hp.com/support/ljM253 for HP's all-
inclusive help for the printer.
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NOTE: For HP UPD driver support for this printer, go to www.hp.com/go/upd. Under Additional information,
click the links.
Table 1-2 Minimum system requirements
Windows OS X
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CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, or an Internet connection
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Dedicated USB 1.1 or 2.0 connection or a network connection
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400 MB of available hard-disk space
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1 GB RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)
Mobile printing solutions
HP oers multiple mobile and ePrint solutions to enable easy printing to an HP printer from a laptop, tablet,
smartphone, or other mobile device. To see the full list and to determine the best choice, go to www.hp.com/go/
LaserJetMobilePrinting.
NOTE: Update the printer rmware to ensure all mobile printing and ePrint capabilities are supported.
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Wi-Fi Direct (wireless models only)
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HP ePrint via email (Requires HP Web Services to be enabled and the printer to be registered with
HP Connected)
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HP ePrint app (Available for Android, iOS, and Blackberry)
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HP All-in-One Remote app for iOS and Android devices
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HP ePrint software
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Internet connection
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1 GB of available hard-disk space
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Google Cloud Print
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AirPrint
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Android Printing
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Printer dimensions
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Figure 1-1 Dimensions for the M254nw and M254dn models
Printer fully closed Printer fully open
1. Height 247.5 mm (9.7 in) 247.5 mm (9.7 in)
2. Depth M254nw models: 385.8 mm (15.2 in)
M254dn models: 419 mm (16.5 in)
3. Width 392 mm (15.4 in) 392 mm (15.4 in)
Weight (with cartridges) M254nw models: 13.8 kg (30.4 lb)
M254dn models: 14.8 kg (32.6 lb)
Figure 1-2 Dimensions for and M254dw models
M254nw models: 855 mm (33.7 in)
M254dn models: 1008 mm (39.7 in)
Printer fully closed Printer fully open
1. Height 247.5 mm (9.7 in) 297 mm (11.7 in)
2. Depth 419 mm (16.5 in) 1008 mm (39.7 in)
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Printer fully closed Printer fully open
3. Width 392 mm (15.4 in) 392 mm (15.4 in)
Weight (with cartridges) 14.8 kg (32.6 lb)
Power consumption, electrical specications, and acoustic emissions
See www.hp.com/support/ljM253 for current information.
CAUTION: Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert
operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the printer warranty.
Operating environmental range
Table 1-3 Operating environmental range
Environment Recommended Allowed
Temperature 17° to 25°C (62.6° to 77°F) 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)
Relative humidity 30% to 70% relative humidity (RH) 10% to 80% (RH)
Altitude Not applicable 0 to 3048 m (0 to 10,000 ft)
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Printer hardware setup and software installation
For basic setup instructions, see the Setup Poster and Getting Started Guide that came with the printer. For
additional instructions, go to HP support on the Web.
Go to www.hp.com/support/ljM253 for HP's all-inclusive help for the printer. Find the following support:
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Install and congure
●
Learn and use
●
Solve problems
●
Download software and rmware updates
●
Join support forums
●
Find warranty and regulatory information
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2 Paper trays
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Introduction
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Load paper to the single-sheet slot (Tray 1)
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Load paper to Tray 2
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Load and print envelopes
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Load and print labels
For more information:
The following information is correct at the time of publication. For current information, see www.hp.com/
support/ljM253.
HP's all-inclusive help for the printer includes the following information:
●
Install and congure
●
Learn and use
●
Solve problems
●
Download software and rmware updates
●
Join support forums
●
Find warranty and regulatory information
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Introduction
CAUTION: Do not extend more than one paper tray at a time.
Do not use paper tray as a step.
Keep hands out of paper trays when closing.
All trays must be closed when moving the printer.
Load paper to the single-sheet slot (Tray 1)
Introduction
The following information describes how to load paper in Tray 1. This tray holds 1 sheet of paper, use it to print
single-page documents, documents that require multiple paper types, or envelopes.
NOTE: To avoid paper jams:
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Never add or remove paper from the tray during printing.
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Use paper that is not wrinkled, folded, or damaged.
1. Move the paper width guides in the single-sheet
priority feed slot outward.
2. Place the top edge of the sheet at the opening, and
then adjust the side guides so that they lightly
touch the sheet, but do not bend it.
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3. Insert the single sheet into the slot and hold it. The
printer will pull the sheet partially into the paper
path. For information about how to orient the
paper, see Tray 1 paper orientation on page 18.
NOTE: Depending on the size of the paper, you
might need to support the sheet with two hands
until the sheet advances into the printer.
4. At the computer, begin the printing process from
the software application. Make sure that the driver
is set to the correct paper type and size for the
paper being printed from the single-sheet priority
feed slot.
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Tray 1 paper orientation
123
When using paper that requires a specic orientation, load it according to the information in the following table.
Paper type Image orientation Ouput Paper size How to load paper
Letterhead or
Preprinted
Portrait
NOTE: In Tray 1, A5
paper can be oriented
for both Landscape
and Portrait printing.
1-sided printing Letter, Legal, Executive,
Ocio (8.5 x 13), A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS),
B5 (ISO), Postcard #10, Japanese
Postcard (Postcard (JIS)), Double
Japan Postcard Rotated (Double
Postcard (JIS))
2-sided printing Letter, Legal, Executive,
Ocio (8.5 x 13), A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS),
B5 (ISO), Postcard #10, Japanese
Postcard (Postcard (JIS)), Double
Japan Postcard Rotated (Double
Postcard (JIS))
Face-up
Top edge leading into the printer
Face-down
Top edge leading into the printer
Prepunched Portrait
NOTE: In Tray 1, A5
paper can be oriented
for both Landscape
and Portrait printing.
1-sided printing or 2sided printing
Letter, Legal, Executive,
Ocio (8.5 x 13), A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS),
B5 (ISO), Postcard #10, Japanese
Postcard (Postcard (JIS)), Double
Japan Postcard Rotated (Double
Postcard (JIS))
Face-up
Holes toward the left side of the
printer
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Load paper to Tray 2
Introduction
The following information describes how to load paper in Tray 2. This tray holds up to 250 sheets of 75 g/m2 (20
lb) paper.
NOTE: To avoid paper jams:
●
Never add or remove paper from the tray during printing.
●
Before loading the tray, remove all of the paper from the input tray and straighten the stack.
●
When loading the tray, do not fan the paper.
●
Use paper that is not wrinkled, folded, or damaged.
1. Open the tray.
NOTE: Do not open this tray while it is in use.
2. Adjust the paper guides by squeezing the
adjustment latches and sliding the guides to the
size of the paper being used.
NOTE: To load legal-size paper, extend the tray
front by pressing the blue latch and pulling the
front of the tray. When loaded with legal-size
paper, Tray 2 extends from the front of the printer
approximately 57.5 mm (2.2 in).
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3. Load the paper into the tray. For information about
how to orient the paper, see Tray 2 paper
orientation on page 21.
4. Adjust the guides so that they lightly touch the
paper stack, but do not bend it.
NOTE: Do not adjust the paper guides tightly
against the paper stack.
NOTE: To prevent jams, adjust the paper guides
to the correct size and do not overll the tray.
5. Close the tray.
20 Chapter 2 Paper trays ENWW
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