Hp M255, M256 User Manual

HP Color LaserJet Pro M255-M256

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User Guide

HP Color LaserJet Pro M255-M256

User Guide

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Table of contents

1 Printer overview ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 1

Warning icons ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2

Printer views .............................................................................................................................................................................. 3

Printer front view ................................................................................................................................................. 3

Printer back view .................................................................................................................................................. 4

2-line control-panel view (nw and dn models only) ....................................................................................... 5

Touchscreen control-panel view (dw models only) ........................................................................................ 7

Home screen layout ........................................................................................................................ 8

How to use the touchscreen control panel ................................................................................. 9

Printer specications ............................................................................................................................................................. 10

Technical specications .................................................................................................................................... 10

Supported operating systems ......................................................................................................................... 10

Mobile printing solutions .................................................................................................................................. 12

Printer dimensions ............................................................................................................................................ 13

Power consumption, electrical specications, and acoustic emissions .................................................... 14

Operating environmental range ...................................................................................................................... 14

Printer hardware setup and software installation ............................................................................................................ 15

2 Paper trays .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 17

Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................. 18

Load paper to the single-sheet slot (Tray 1) ..................................................................................................................... 18

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 18

Tray 1 paper orientation ................................................................................................................................... 20

Load paper to Tray 2 ............................................................................................................................................................. 21

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 21

Tray 2 paper orientation ................................................................................................................................... 23

Load and print envelopes ..................................................................................................................................................... 25

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 25

Print envelopes .................................................................................................................................................. 25

Envelope orientation ......................................................................................................................................... 26

Load and print labels ............................................................................................................................................................. 27

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 27

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Manually feed labels ......................................................................................................................................... 27

Label orientation ............................................................................................................................................... 28

3 Supplies, accessories, and parts .......................................................................................................................................................... 29

Order supplies, accessories, and parts ............................................................................................................................... 30

Ordering .............................................................................................................................................................. 30

Supplies and accessories ................................................................................................................................. 30

Customer self-repair parts ............................................................................................................................... 31

Replace the toner cartridges ................................................................................................................................................ 32

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 32

Remove and replace the toner cartridges ..................................................................................................... 34

4 Print .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 37

Print tasks (Windows) ............................................................................................................................................................ 38

How to print (Windows) .................................................................................................................................... 38

Automatically print on both sides (Windows) ............................................................................................... 38

Manually print on both sides (Windows) ........................................................................................................ 39

Print multiple pages per sheet (Windows) .................................................................................................... 39

Select the paper type (Windows) .................................................................................................................... 40

Print tasks (macOS) ............................................................................................................................................................... 41

How to print (macOS) ........................................................................................................................................ 41

Automatically print on both sides (macOS) ................................................................................................... 41

Manually print on both sides (macOS) ........................................................................................................... 41

Print multiple pages per sheet (macOS) ........................................................................................................ 42

Select the paper type (macOS) ........................................................................................................................ 42

Additional print tasks ........................................................................................................................................ 42

Mobile printing ........................................................................................................................................................................ 43

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 43

Wi-Fi Direct (wireless models only) ................................................................................................................ 43

Enable or disable Wi-Fi Direct ..................................................................................................... 45

Change the printer Wi-Fi Direct name ....................................................................................... 46

HP ePrint via email ............................................................................................................................................ 48

HP ePrint software ............................................................................................................................................ 49

AirPrint ................................................................................................................................................................. 50

Android embedded printing ............................................................................................................................. 50

Use walk-up USB printing (touchscreen models only) ..................................................................................................... 51

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 51

Step one: Access USB les on the printer ...................................................................................................... 51

Step two: Print USB documents ...................................................................................................................... 51

Option one: Print documents ...................................................................................................... 51

Option two: Print photos .............................................................................................................. 52

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5 Manage the printer ................................................................................................................................................................................. 53

Use HP Web Services applications (touchscreen models only) ...................................................................................... 54

Change the printer connection type (Windows) ................................................................................................................ 55

Advanced conguration with HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) and HP Device Toolbox (Windows) ....................... 56

Method one: Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) from the software ......................................... 56

Method two: Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) from a web browser ...................................... 56

Congure IP network settings .............................................................................................................................................. 60

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 60

Printer sharing disclaimer ................................................................................................................................ 60

View or change network settings ................................................................................................................... 60

Rename the printer on a network ................................................................................................................... 61

Manually congure IPv4 TCP/IP parameters from the control panel ........................................................ 62

Printer security features ....................................................................................................................................................... 64

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 64

Assign or change the system password using the HP Embedded Web Server ....................................... 64

Energy-conservation settings .............................................................................................................................................. 66

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 66

Print with EconoMode ....................................................................................................................................... 66

Set the Sleep/Auto O After Inactivity setting .............................................................................................. 66

Set the Shut Down After Inactivity delay and congure the printer to use 1 watt or less of power .... 67

Set the Delay Shut Down setting .................................................................................................................... 68

HP Web Jetadmin ................................................................................................................................................................... 70

Update the rmware .............................................................................................................................................................. 71

Method one: Update the rmware using the control panel ........................................................................ 71

Method two: Update the rmware using the Firmware Update Utility ..................................................... 72

6 Solve problems ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 73

Customer support .................................................................................................................................................................. 74

Control panel help system (touchscreen models only) ................................................................................................... 75

Restore the factory-set defaults ......................................................................................................................................... 76

A “Cartridge is low” or “Cartridge is very low” message displays on the printer control panel ................................. 77

Change the “Very Low” settings ...................................................................................................................... 77

For printers with fax capability ................................................................................................... 78

Order supplies .................................................................................................................................................... 78

Printer does not pick up paper or misfeeds ....................................................................................................................... 79

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 79

The product does not pick up paper ............................................................................................................... 79

The product picks up multiple sheets of paper ............................................................................................ 79

Clear paper jams ..................................................................................................................................................................... 80

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 80

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Paper jam locations ........................................................................................................................................... 80

Experiencing frequent or recurring paper jams? .......................................................................................... 81

Clear paper jams in the single-sheet slot (Tray 1) ....................................................................................... 83

Clear paper jams in Tray 2 ................................................................................................................................ 85

Clear paper jams in the rear door and the fuser area .................................................................................. 87

Clear paper jams in the duplexer (duplex models only) .............................................................................. 89

Clear paper jams in the output bin .................................................................................................................. 91

Improve print quality ............................................................................................................................................................. 93

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 93

Update the printer rmware ............................................................................................................................ 94

Print from a dierent software program ....................................................................................................... 94

Check the paper-type setting for the print job ............................................................................................. 94

Check the paper type setting on the printer ............................................................................. 94

Check the paper type setting (Windows) .................................................................................. 94

Check the paper type setting (macOS) ...................................................................................... 94

Check toner-cartridge status ........................................................................................................................... 95

Step one: Print the supplies status page .................................................................................. 95

Step two: Check supplies status ................................................................................................. 95

Print a cleaning page ......................................................................................................................................... 96

Visually inspect the toner cartridge or cartridges ........................................................................................ 97

Check paper and the printing environment ................................................................................................... 97

Step one: Use paper that meets HP specications .................................................................. 97

Step two: Check the environment .............................................................................................. 97

Step three: Set the individual tray alignment ........................................................................... 98

Try a dierent print driver ................................................................................................................................ 99

Check the EconoMode settings ..................................................................................................................... 100

Adjust Print Density ........................................................................................................................................ 100

Calibrate the printer to align the colors ....................................................................................................... 101

Adjust color settings (Windows) ................................................................................................................... 102

Print and interpret the print quality page ................................................................................................... 102

Resolving print quality problems ...................................................................................................................................... 104

Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 104

Troubleshoot print quality problems ........................................................................................................... 104

Solve wired network problems .......................................................................................................................................... 112

Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 112

Poor physical connection ............................................................................................................................... 112

The computer is using the incorrect IP address for the printer ............................................................... 112

The computer is unable to communicate with the printer ....................................................................... 113

The printer is using incorrect link and duplex settings for the network ................................................. 113

New software programs might be causing compatibility problems ....................................................... 113

The computer or workstation might be set up incorrectly ....................................................................... 113

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The printer is disabled, or other network settings are incorrect ............................................................. 113

Solve wireless network problems ..................................................................................................................................... 114

Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 114

Wireless connectivity checklist ...................................................................................................................... 114

The printer does not print after the wireless conguration completes .................................................. 115

The printer does not print, and the computer has a third-party rewall installed ............................... 115

The wireless connection does not work after moving the wireless router or printer .......................... 115

Cannot connect more computers to the wireless printer ......................................................................... 115

The wireless printer loses communication when connected to a VPN ................................................... 116

The network does not appear in the wireless networks list .................................................................... 116

The wireless network is not functioning ..................................................................................................... 116

Perform a wireless network diagnostic test ............................................................................................... 116

Reduce interference on a wireless network ................................................................................................ 117

Index ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 119

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1 Printer overview

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Warning icons

●

Printer views

●

Printer specications

●

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/ljM255.

HP's all-inclusive help for the printer includes the following information:

● Install and congure

● Learn and use

● Solve problems

● Download software and rmware updates

● Join support forums

● Find warranty and regulatory information

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Warning icons

Warning icon denitions: The following warning icons may appear on HP products. Apply appropriate caution where applicable.

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Caution: Electric shock

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Caution: Hot surface

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Caution: Keep body parts away from moving parts

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Caution: Sharp edge in close proximity

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Printer views

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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

Table 1-1 Printer front view legend

Number Printer component

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

Table 1-2 Printer back view legend

Number Printer component

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)

4 5

Table 1-3 2-line control panel legend

Number Control panel component Function

1 2-line control panel display This screen displays menus and printer information.

2 OK button Press the OK button for the following actions:

● Open the control-panel menus.

● Open a submenu displayed on the control-panel display.

● Select a menu item.

● Clear some errors.

● 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).

Left arrow button

Use this button to navigate through the menus or to decrease a value that appears on the display.

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Table 1-3 2-line control panel legend (continued)

Number Control panel component Function

Back arrow button

Wireless button (wireless models only)

Cancel button

Right arrow button

Use this button for the following actions:

● Exit the control-panel menus.

● Scroll back to a previous menu in a submenu list.

● Scroll back to a previous menu item in a submenu list (without saving

changes to the menu item).

Use this button to access the wireless menu.

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)

Table 1-4 Touchscreen control panel legend

Number Control panel component Function

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

Back button

Home button

Help button

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.

displaying.

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 conguration.

Table 1-5 Home screen layout legend

Number Home screen

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.

7 Setup button Touch this button to open the Setup menu.

component

button

USB button

Supplies button

Apps button

Function

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.

Table 1-6 Touchscreen control panel actions

Action Description Example

Touch Touch an item on the screen to select that

item or open that menu. Also, when scrolling through menus, briey 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 specications

IMPORTANT: The following specications are correct at the time of publication, but they are subject to change.

For current information, see www.hp.com/support/ljM255.

●

Technical specications

●

Supported operating systems

●

Mobile printing solutions

●

Printer dimensions

●

Power consumption, electrical specications, and acoustic emissions

●

Operating environmental range

Technical specications

See www.hp.com/support/ljM255 for current information.

Supported operating systems

The following information applies to the printer-specic Windows PCL 6 and HP print drivers for macOS 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/ljM255.

macOS: Mac computers are supported with this printer. Download HP Smart either from 123.hp.com or from the Printer Support page, and then use HP Smart to install the HP print driver. HP Smart is not included in the HP Software Installer.

1. Go to 123.hp.com.

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

1-7 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-specic 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 eort support for the discontinued XP operating system. Some features of the print driver are not supported.

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Table 1-7 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-specic print driver is

Windows 8, 32-bit and 64-bit The “HP PCL 6” printer-specic print driver is

Windows 8.1, 32-bit and 64-bit The “HP PCL-6” V4 printer-specic print

Windows 10, 32-bit and 64-bit The “HP PCL-6” V4 printer-specic print

Windows Server 2008 SP2, 32-bit The “HP PCL.6” printer-specic print driver is

The “HP PCL.6” printer-specic 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.

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 eort support for the discontinued Vista operating system. Some features of the print driver are not supported.

This operating system is fully 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.

This operating system is fully supported.

Microsoft retired mainstream support for Windows Server 2008 in January 2015. HP will continue to provide best eort 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-specic 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-specic print driver is

installed for this operating system as part of the software installation.

Windows Server 2012, 64-bit The “HP PCL 6” printer-specic 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-specic print driver is

installed for this operating system as part of the software installation.

Windows 10 server (Server 2016), 32-bit and 64-bit

macOS v10.15 Catalina, macOS v10.14 Mojave, macOS v10.13 High Sierra, macOS v10.12 Sierra

The “HP PCL-6” printer-specic print driver is installed for this operating system as part of the software installation.

To install the print driver, download HP Smart from 123.hp.com. 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 eort support for the discontinued Server 2008 operating system.

This operating system is fully supported.

NOTE: For a current list of supported operating systems, go to www.hp.com/support/ljM255 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 1-8 Minimum system requirements

Windows macOS

● Internet connection

● Dedicated USB 1.1 or 2.0 connection or a network connection

● 400 MB of available hard-disk space

● 1 GB RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)

Mobile printing solutions

HP oers 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.

● Wi-Fi Direct (wireless models only)

● HP ePrint via email (Requires HP Web Services to be enabled and the printer to be registered with

HP Connected)

● HP ePrint app (Available for Android, iOS, and Blackberry)

● HP Smart app for iOS and Android devices

● HP ePrint software

● Internet connection

● 1 GB of available hard-disk space

● Google Cloud Print

● AirPrint

● Android Printing

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Printer dimensions

Figure 1-1 Dimensions for the nw and dn models

Table 1-9 nw and dn model printer dimension legend

Dimension Printer fully closed Printer fully open

1. Height 247.5 mm (9.7 in) 247.5 mm (9.7 in)

2. Depth nw models: 385.8 mm (15.2 in)

dn models: 419 mm (16.5 in)

3. Width 392 mm (15.4 in) 392 mm (15.4 in)

Weight (with cartridges) nw models: 13.8 kg (30.4 lb)

dn models: 14.8 kg (32.6 lb)

Figure 1-2 Dimensions for dw models

nw models: 855 mm (33.7 in)

dn models: 1008 mm (39.7 in)

nw models: 13.8 kg (30.4 lb)

dn models: 14.8 kg (32.6 lb)

Table

1-10 dw model printer dimension legend

Dimension 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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Table 1-10 dw model printer dimension legend (continued)

Dimension 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) 14.8 kg (32.6 lb)

Power consumption, electrical specications, and acoustic emissions

See www.hp.com/support/ljM255 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 1-11 Operating environmental range

Environment Recommended Allowed

Temperature 15° to 27°C (59° to 80.6°F) 10° to 32.5°C (50° to 90.5°F)

Relative humidity 30% to 70% relative humidity (RH) 10% to 80% (RH)

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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/ljM255 for HP's all-inclusive help for the printer. Find the following support:

● Install and congure

● 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

●

Introduction

●

Load paper to the single-sheet slot (Tray 1)

●

Load paper to Tray 2

●

Load and print envelopes

●

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/ljM255.

HP's all-inclusive help for the printer includes the following information:

● Install and congure

● 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:

● Never add or remove paper from the tray during printing.

● 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 20.

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 specic orientation, load it according to the information in the following table.

Table 2-1 Tray 1 paper orientation

Paper type Image orientation Output 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.

Portrait 2-sided printing Letter, Legal, Executive,

1-sided printing Letter, Legal, Executive,

Ocio (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, Ocio (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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