HP C309a Make sure that the computer is connected to your network, To check a wireless connection

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Step 1: Make sure that the computer is connected to your network

To check a wired (Ethernet) connection

▲Where the Ethernet cable from the router connects to your computer, check to see if the indicator lights are on. Usually there are two indicator lights, one that is on and another that blinks.

If you do not see any lights, try reconnecting the Ethernet cable to the computer and the router. If you still do not see lights, there might be a problem with the router or your computer.

To check a wireless connection

1.Make sure that the wireless radio on your computer is turned on.

2.If you are not using a unique network name (SSID), then it is possible that your wireless computer could be connected to a nearby network that is not yours. The following steps can help you determine if your computer is connected to your network.

a. Depending on your operating system:

•Windows XP: Click Start, point to Control Panel, point to Network Connections, and then select View/Details.

OR

Windows XP: Click Start, point to Settings, point to Control Panel, point to Network Connections, and then select View/Details.

•Windows Vista: Click Start, point to Control Panel, point to Network Connections, and then click View Network Status and Tasks.

Leave the network dialog box open while you continue to the next step.

b. Disconnect the power cord from the wireless router. The connection status of your computer should change to Not Connected.

c. Reconnect the power cord to the wireless router. The connection status should change to Connected.

If you are unable to get your computer connected to your network, contact the person who set up your network or the router manufacturer as there might be a hardware issue with either your router or computer.

If you are able to access the Internet, you can also access the HP Network Assistant at

www.hp.com/sbso/wireless/tools-setup for help in setting up a network.

Troubleshooting and support

Step 2: Make sure that the HP Photosmart is connected to your network

If your product is not connected to the same network as your computer, you will not be able to use the product over the network. Follow the steps described in this section to find out if your product is actively connected to the correct network.

A:Make sure the product is on the network

To see if the product is connected to the network:

▲ If the product is connected to a wired (Ethernet) network, check the two Ethernet indicator lights on the top and bottom of the RJ-45 Ethernet jack on the back of the product. The lights indicate the following:

•Top light: If the light is lit solid green, the product is connected to the network, and communications have been established. If the light is off, there is no network connection.

•Bottom light: If the yellow light flashes, data is being sent or received by the product over the network.

▲If the product is connected to a wireless network, print the product Network Configuration Page, and then check the Network Status and URL.

To print the Network Configuration Page a. Press Setup.

b. Press the down arrow button until Network is highlighted, and then press OK.

Network troubleshooting

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Contents Basics Guide Hewlett-Packard Company notices Contents Add the HP Photosmart to a network Wired Ethernet networkTo connect the HP Photosmart to the network To connect the product with the Wireless Setup Wizard Wireless with a router infrastructure networkTo connect the product with Windows Connect Now If you do not see your network name in the listWireless without a router ad hoc connection Network setup To create a network profile for other operating sysytems To install the Windows HP Photosmart Software Install the software for a network connectionConnect to additional computers on a network To change a USB connection to a wired Ethernet connection Configure your firewall to work with HP productsThis runs the Wireless Setup Wizard Printing Photo card upload Faxing Product installationAdvanced firewall information Incoming UDP ports 137, 138, 161Turn the wireless radio on and off Manage your network settingsPrint network settings Restore network defaultsWireless Network Test prints Print the wireless network testCountries/regions with a parallel-type phone system Set up the HP Photosmart for faxingChoose the correct fax setup for your home or office Select your fax setup case Not applicable Back view of the HP Photosmart Case a Separate fax line no voice calls receivedTo set up the product with a separate fax line Case B Set up the HP Photosmart with DSLTo set up the product with DSL To set up the product with a distinctive ring service Case D Fax with a distinctive ring service on the same lineCase E Shared voice/fax line To set up the product with a shared voice/fax lineDo one of the following, depending on your phone system Case F Shared voice/fax line with voice mailTo set up the product with voice mail Case H Shared voice/fax line with computer dial-up modem To set up the product with a computer dial-up modemBack view of the HP Photosmart Fax setup Case I Shared voice/fax line with answering machine Fax setup Back view of the HP Photosmart Fax setup 10 Back view of the HP Photosmart Change the answer ring pattern for distinctive ringing Change settings on the HP Photosmart to receive faxesChoose the recommended answer setting for your setup To set the answer modeSet the fax header Test your fax setupTo set a default fax header from the control panel To test your fax setup from the control panelTest your fax setup Front view of the printer HP Photosmart at a glanceTop and rear views of the printer Control panel featuresLabel Name and Description Help from your device Find more informationStart Here guide Electronic HelpHP Web site Load paperTo load full-size paper Raise the photo tray lid Chapter Print a photo on photo paper Avoid paper jamsPress Print Photos To print photosTo scan to a computer Scan an imageMake a copy Send a basic faxTo send a basic fax from the control panel Replace the cartridgesTo replace the ink cartridges Replace the cartridges HP Photosmart overview Troubleshooting common setup issues Uninstall and reinstall the softwareTo uninstall and reinstall the software Solution 4 Contact HP to replace the power supply Setup troubleshootingSolution 2 Reset the product Solution 3 Press the On button more slowlySolution 2 Set your product as the default printer Solution 5 Contact HP support for serviceAfter setting up the product, it does not print Solution 1 Press the On button to turn on the productTo run the Network Diagnostic tool Network troubleshootingSolution 6 Load paper in the input tray Wireless Network Test printsMake sure that the computer is connected to your network To check a wired Ethernet connectionTo check a wireless connection To print the Network Configuration Page a. Press SetupMake sure the product is online and ready To access the HP Photosmart Premium Fax C309 series homeNetwork Status To restart the HP Network Device Support service Fax troubleshootingMake sure the HP Network Devices Support service is running Product is having problems sending and receiving faxesTo test your fax setup from the control panel Solution 2 Turn on the productSolution Solution 5 Try removing the splitter Solution 7 Check the phone line for noise Solution 6 Make sure the telephone wall jack works properlyTo change the ECM setting from the control panel Troubleshooting and support Fast Medium Slow Solution 13 Check for and resolve any error messagesProduct cannot send faxes, but can receive faxes To set the fax speed from the control panelSolution 3 Dial the fax number more slowly Solution 2 Check the fax numberProduct is having problems sending a manual fax Solution 4 Check the receiving fax machine for problemsSolution 2 Connect the telephone to the correct port Solution 4 Lower the fax speed Fast Fax tones are recorded on my answering machineSolution 2 Set up the product to answer faxes automatically Product cannot receive faxes, but can send faxes Solution 3 Set the product to answer faxes manually Solution 2 Check the Auto Answer settingSolution Solution 10 Clear the memory of the product Solution 11 Check for error messages on the display What to check Fax test failedFax Connected to Active Telephone Wall Jack test failed Fax Hardware Test failedPhone Cord Connected to Correct Port on Fax test failed Using Correct Type of Phone Cord with Fax test failedTo plug the phone cord into the correct port Fax Line Condition test failed Dial Tone Detection test failed Clear paper jams To clear a paper jam from the Two-sided printing accessoryTo clear a paper jam in the automatic document feeder Information on ink cartridges and the printheadSupport process If you have a problem, follow these stepsSystem requirements Product specificationsRegulatory notices Warranty Chapter $UJHQWLQD
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The HP C309a is a versatile all-in-one printer designed to cater to the needs of both home and small office environments. This multifunction printer not only prints but also scans, copies, and faxes, offering a range of features that enhance productivity and convenience.

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