If installation fails, reinstall the software. If this fails, check the installation notes and Readme files on the printer
The software on the printer
The HP Jetdirect print server that is included with the HP LaserJet 2300n, HP LaserJet 2300dn printer, or HP LaserJet 2300dtn printer has a
an HP Jetdirect print server with another type of network port, see “Ordering parts, accessories, and supplies” on page 116, or contact your local HP dealer (see “Contacting HP” on page 123).
The installer does not support printer installation or printer object creation on Novell servers. It supports only
To install the printing system software
1If you are installing the software on Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, or Windows XP, make sure that you have administrator privileges.
2Make sure that the HP Jetdirect print server is configured correctly for the network by printing a configuration page (see “Configuration page” on page 72). On the second page, locate the printer IP address. You might need this address to complete network installation.
3Close all software programs that are open or running.
4Insert the printer
If the welcome screen does not open, start it by using the following procedure:
aOn the Start menu, click Run.
bType the following (where X is the letter of the
cClick OK.
5When prompted, click Install Printer and follow the instructions on the computer screen.
6Click Finish when installation has completed.
7Restart the computer.
8Print a page from any software program to make sure that the software is correctly installed.
If installation fails, reinstall the software. If this fails, check the installation notes and Readme files on the printer
To set up a Windows computer to use the network printer using
If the printer is directly connected to a computer using a parallel cable, you can share the printer on the network so that other network users can print to it.
See your Windows documentation to enable
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