HP 2500CM Printer does not Print ¥ Check the power, ¥ Check printer setup, ¥ Print a Diagnostic

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The following is a summary of the troubleshooting tips found in the Toolbox:

Printer does not Print

¥Check the power

Make sure the power cord is connected firmly to the printer and to a working outlet, and that the printer is turned ON. The green Ready LED should be lit and the LCD should display ÒREADYÓ.

¥Check printer setup

Make sure your HP 2500C Series printer is selected as the current or default printer.

¥Check printer port selection

Make sure that the correct port is selected and that the printer is connected to your printer properly. If your printer is connected to a switch box, make sure that you have selected the correct switch. If your printer is on a network, ensure that you have mapped to the correct port.

¥Print a Diagnostic Page

Printing a Diagnostic Page will verify if the printer is functioning properly. To print the diagnostic page:

1.Press [Menu] until SELF TEST MENU appears

2.Press [Item] until PRINT DIAGNOSTIC PAGE appears.

3.Press [Select] to print the diagnostic page.

¥Check network setup

If your printer is shared on a network, make sure that it is properly setup in the network environment. See the Network Guide as well as the documentation provided by your network vendors.

¥Check for paper feed problem

Make sure that paper is loaded correctly in the trays and that paper is not jammed in the printer. Check the printer LCD panel for paper jam messages. See section on Load Paper.

If paper is jammed in the printer, see section on Clearing Paper Jams.

Partial or Blank Page Printed

¥Check the printhead for tape

New printheads are shipped with a protective tape that covers the nozzles. Make sure that the protective tape covering each printhead is removed.

¥Check printer setup

Make sure your HP 2500C Series printer is selected as the current or default printer.

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Contents Userõs Guide Edition 2 Ð June AcknowledgmentsContents Series Toolbox in Windows 95, 98 and NT TroubleshootingRecommended Please ensure that you have the following computer setupPrinter Features and Benefits System RequirementsPrinter Parts and Locations Delivery System MidsControl Panel Layout LEDs Control Panel KeysOr requires attention Adequate power supply Setup PosterSturdy, level surface for placement Based cleaning solutionsHP JetDirect internal print server Ensure that the computer is turned off¥ German ¥ Finnish ¥ French Install Ink Cartridges Remove the protective tape from each printhead Make sure the printer is turned onPush the printheads down firmly Load Paper in Tray Page 330 x 483 mm Align Printheads Customizing the Printer Software Install the Printer SoftwareTo do this Installing the PostScript Printer Software into a PCLoading Media in Tray Loading the TraysPress the button to print Press to start printing Loading Media in the Rear Manual FeedMonitoring and Replacing Ink Cartridges Replacing Printheads PCL Printer Software Components Using the HP 2500C Series Printer SoftwareClick Close and exit the Control Panel Changing Print Settings Select Your PrinterUsing the Printer on a Network Printing with Special Features and OptionsMirror Image Select a Special FeatureHP ZoomSmart Scaling Technology WatermarkMaintaining the Printer Clean PrintheadsAlign Printheads Calibrate Color When you have finished entering the values press SelectPostScript Printing Memory Requirements Page PS FW VER Installing Additional Memory Page Overview Control Panel MenusPlain Paper Handling Menu Values ExplanationHP Photo Information Menu Explanation Diagnostics Menu ExplanationPrint Quality Menu Values Explanation Self Test Menu ExplanationPrinting Menu Values Explanation IO Menu Values Explanation Resets Menu ExplanationMIO Menu Configuration Menu Values ExplanationValues Explanation Understanding Printer Messages Explanation Solution Tray 2 Paper OUTRight Back Panel OUTPaper Size Wrong MediaTYPE, Action UnexpectedXxxx General Troubleshooting TipsLCD Error Type Example Function ReinsertTroubleshooting Feature in Toolbox Non-Recoverable Error¥ Check network setup Printer does not Print ¥ Check the power¥ Check printer setup ¥ Print a DiagnosticText or Graphics are Cut Off ¥ Check margin settings Bad or Poor Print Quality ¥ Check print quality setting¥ Check paper type setting ¥ Clean printheads¥ Check document file Garbage Printed ¥ Check cable connectionClearing Paper Jams Tips for Avoiding Paper Jams Printhead Diagnostics¥ Make sure nothing is blocking the paper paths Page Understanding the Diagnostic Test Description Indonesia 21-352 Korea For customers in Asia-Pacific AustraliaChina Hong Kong 2506 IndiaIndonesia 21 350 Korea United KingdomFor Asia-Pacific Australia Hong Kong 800 96 IndiaNumber Description HP Premium Transparency Film C6043AColor Highlights Letter / A4 11 x 17 / A3 Color ResolutionPrint Method Black Text Letter / A4 11 x 17 / A3HP 2500C & HP 2500C+ Memory HP 2500CMManagement Handling Maximum PrintArea Media Size, TypeRear Manual Feed Media WeightFeatures Media Size, Type Tray 3 Lower Tray Handling Sheets Up toWarranty Power SupplyDimensions WeightOr 100 x 148mm to 137Ó 117Ó 330 x 483mm 97mm 12.7mm Paper SizeExtent of Limited Warranty Limitations of Liability Limitations of WarrantyLocal Law Product Name Conforms to the following Product SpecificationsSafety Manufacturers NameSafety Information Power Cord StatementLEDs Classification Energy Consumption FCC Regulations Install the product securely on a stable surfaceManual Part No. C2685-90045
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