HP 3050 manual Setting up the all-in-one product, Testing product software

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Evaluation

Setting up the all-in-one product

Unbox and set up the product, using the product documentation and electronic device setup assistant. Consider the following:

•Is the user documentation and installation and setup software helpful?

•How does the overall product design contribute to ease of setup?

•How well are you able to install and interact with supplies?

Testing product software

1Note which platforms and printer languages the drivers support.

2After you have installed drivers and other device software, print some test pages. Document any driver or software changes performed during testing.

3Evaluate the product software:

•Are the drivers easy-to-use?

•What special software or tools are available?

•What special features or utilities does each driver or tool include?

Interacting with the control panel

Try the various control panel functions. When comparing products, consider the following:

•In general, is the control panel easy to use?

•How easy is it to determine device, job, and print cartridge status?

•Can you easily make copies from the control panel?

•Can you electronically send documents and images from the control panel?

8	Evaluating laser all-in-one products

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Contents HP LaserJet 3050 All-in-One Reviewer/Evaluator’s Guide Page Contents Contents Getting to know the All-in-One HP’s most compact, simple, and affordable laser all-in-oneFeatures New features Space-saving simplicityAll-in-One versatility Laser quality and reliabilityWhat ships with the All-in-One Device softwareEvaluating laser all-in-one products Evaluation guidelinesEase of use Fits into your business environmentEasy-to-use, intuitive control panel Productivity tools and services Convenient interactionSetting up the all-in-one product Testing product softwareInteracting with the control panel Full-featured scanning VersatilityFlexible paper handling Easy copyingSimple compatibility Reliability Reliability mattersHP support Evaluation Performance Increase office efficiencyCreating samples What to measure Running the testsOutput quality High-quality printingHP Print Cartridges with Ultraprecise toner Professional copying, scanning, and faxingEnsured print quality with HP testing Printing samplesViewing samples Evaluating output quality Evaluating copy qualityEvaluating scan quality Evaluating document durability and usabilityTotal cost of ownership Simplify, save time, and reduce costsHP dependability Evaluation Accessing HP ToolboxFX Productivity toolsHP ToolboxFX Supported operating systemsHP ToolboxFX sections StatusSystem settings Print settingsFax HelpAccessing the HP Embedded Web Server HP Embedded Web Server for MacintoshHP Web Jetadmin Remote managementProactive management Advanced securityHP Instant Support Professional Edition HP Universal Print Driver Series for WindowsHP expert help online Knowledge at your fingertipsTechnical specifications MB RAMAppendix B-Technical specifications Ordering information HP dealer, or call HP at 800 613-2222 U.SPage Endnotes