The HP installer provides PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files, Printer Dialog Extensions (PDEs), and the HP LaserJet Utility for use with Macintosh computers.
The embedded Web server can be used by Macintosh computers if the printer is connected to a network. See “Using the embedded Web server” on page 62 for more information.
PPDs
PPDs, in combination with the Apple LaserWriter® 8 driver for OS 8 to 9.x.x and PS Converter for OS X 10.1 or later, allow you to gain access to the printer features and allow the computer to communicate with the printer. An installation program for the PPDs, PDEs, and other software is provided on the
PDEs
PDEs (Printer Dialog Extensions), in combination with the Apple LaserWriter Driver for OS X, allow you to gain access to the printer features and allow the computer to communicate with the printer. An installation program for the PPDs, PDEs, and other software is provided on the
HP LaserJet Utility
Use the HP LaserJet Utility to control features that are not available in the driver. The illustrated screens make selecting printer features by using the Macintosh computer easier than ever. Use the HP LaserJet Utility to do the following operations:
customize the printer control panel messages
name the printer, assign it to a zone on the network, download files and fonts, and change most of the printer settings
set a password for the printer
use the computer to lock out functions at the printer control panel to prevent unauthorized access (see the printer software Help)
configure and set the printer for IP printing
Note | The HP LaserJet Utility currently is not supported for OS X, but the utility is supported for the |
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