HP 3050 J610A CH376A#B1H manual Solve a problem, Improve print quality, Printer Toolbox appears

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8 Solve a problem

This section contains the following topics:

Improve print quality

Clear a paper jam

Unable to print

Networking

HP support

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Improve print quality

1.Make sure you are using genuine HP cartridges.

2.Check the print properties to make sure you have selected the appropriate paper type and print quality from the Media drop-down list. In the Printer Software, click Printer Actions and then click Set Preferences to access the print properties.

3.Check the estimated ink levels to determine if the cartridges are low on ink. For more information, see Check the estimated ink levels. If the print cartridges are low on ink consider replacing them.

4.Align the printer cartridges

To align the cartridges from the Printer Software

NOTE: Aligning the cartridges ensures high-quality output. The HP All-in-One prompts you to align the cartridges every time you install a new cartridge. If you remove and reinstall the same print cartridge, the HP All-in-One will not prompt you to align the print cartridges. The HP All-in-One remembers the alignment values for that print cartridge, so you do not need to realign the print cartridges.

a. Load letter or A4 unused plain white paper into the input tray.

b. In the Printer Software, click Printer Actions and then click Maintenence Tasks to access the Printer Toolbox.

c. The Printer Toolbox appears.

d. Click Align Ink Cartridges tab. The product prints an alignment sheet.

e. Load the cartridge alignment sheet print side down on the right front corner of the glass.

f. Follow the instructions on the on the printer display to align the cartridges. Recycle or discard the cartridge alignment sheet.

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Contents HP Deskjet 3050 All-in-One series Page Contents Contents How Do I? Chapter Printer parts Get to know the HP All-in-OneControl panel features Behavior Status LightsWireless Status Light To print from a software application PrintPrint documents To print a photo on photo paper Print photosTo print envelopes Print envelopesCartridge tips Quick FormsTips for print success HP HP Deskjet 3050 J610 series HP Deskjet 3050 J610 series Printer settings tipsPaper loading tips Media drop-down list, click Photo Paper, Best Quality Print using the maximum dpiTo print in Maximum dpi mode Recommended papers for printing Paper basicsColorLok HP Advanced Photo PaperHP Premium Presentation Paper or HP Professional Paper HP Brochure Paper or HP Superior Inkjet PaperHP Bright White Inkjet Paper HP Printing PaperLoad full-size paper a. Raise the input tray Load mediaSlide paper-width guide to the left Load small-size paper Slide paper-width guide to the left Load envelopes Paper basics Easy Copy Copy and scanCopy documents or photos Select Black Copy or Color Copy to print More copy featuresPrepare the scan Scan to a computerUSB connection Wireless connectionTips for copy and scan success Copy and scan To check the ink levels from the Printer Software Work with cartridgesCheck the estimated ink levels Choose the right cartridges Order ink suppliesLocate the cartridge number on the printer Locate the cartridge number in the Printer SoftwareTo replace the cartridges Replace the cartridgesWork with cartridges Cartridge warranty information Use single-cartridge modeWork with cartridges Connectivity To connect the HP All-in-One using WiFi Protected Setup WPSAdd the HP All-in-One to a network Use Push Button PBC methodTo connect the product with the USB cable To enable printer sharing on a Windows computerTo connect the product Tips for setting up and using a networked printer Connectivity Improve print quality Solve a problemTo align the cartridges from the Printer Software Printer Toolbox appearsTo clean the cartridges automatically To print a diagnosticsTo clear a paper jam Clear a paper jamInput tray Output trayPrevent paper jams Inside of printerTo verify that the product is not paused or offline To verify that the product is set as the default printerUnable to print To restart the print spooler Click Manage, and then click Services and ApplicationsWindows Windows VistaTo clear the print queue Clear the print carriageIdentify a defective cartridge Prepare the trays Resolve copy and scan issuesOpen output tray Close cartridge doorHP support If you have a problem, follow these stepsNetworking Support phone numbers After the phone support period Additional warranty options Solve a problem Hewlett-Packard Company notices Technical informationPaper size Environmental product stewardship program Paper use Chemical Substances Regulatory notices FCC statement Technical information Declaration of Conformity Exposure to radio frequency radiation Products with 2.4-GHz wireless LAN devices France Chapter Index Index