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About the documentation

Where to look for information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Setting up the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Using the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

1 Printer basics

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Printer features and benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Printer configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Printer parts and locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Accessories and supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Moving the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Ordering information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Ordering through service or support providers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Ordering directly through the embedded Web server . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Ordering directly through the printer software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Part numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Control panel layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Control panel lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Control panel buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Using the printer Help (?) system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Printing and changing control panel menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Accessory lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Printer software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Printer drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Software for Windows-based computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Software for Macintosh computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Software for networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

2 Printing tasks

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Selecting the output bin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Printing to the top (standard) output bin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Printing to the rear output bin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Printing to the optional stacker or stapler/stacker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Orientation of paper when a stapler is installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Stapling documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Loading staples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Loading trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Loading tray 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Loading tray 2 or an optional 500-sheet tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Loading an optional 1,500-sheet tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Selecting which tray is used for printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Printing by type and size of paper (locking trays). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Manually feeding paper from tray 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Selecting the correct fuser mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Printing envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Loading envelopes in tray 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Feeding envelopes automatically (optional envelope feeder) . . . . . . .53 Installing the optional envelope feeder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

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4300dtn, 4200tn, 4200n, 4200dtnsl, 4200dtn specifications

The HP 4300 series and 4200 series printers are workhorses designed for busy office environments, providing reliable printing solutions with advanced features geared towards enhancing productivity. Both series are known for their speed, quality, and efficiency, making them ideal for high-volume printing tasks.

The HP 4300dtns model stands out with its ability to handle complex print jobs with ease. It offers fast print speeds up to 50 pages per minute (ppm) and a first page out time as fast as 8.5 seconds. This printer supports a variety of media sizes and types, including letter, legal, and executive sizes, which increases its versatility in printing solutions. It comes with an impressive standard paper capacity of 600 sheets, expandable to 1,600 sheets with additional trays.

On the other hand, the HP 4200 series, which includes models such as the 4200dtn, 4200dtnl, and 4200n, is equally impressive and caters to different levels of office printing needs. The 4200dtn features a duplexing capability, allowing for automatic double-sided printing, which not only saves paper but also reduces costs. The print speed across the 4200 series is similar, reaching up to 45 ppm, and these printers are designed to provide consistent and professional-quality prints.

All models are equipped with HP's FastRes printing technology, providing sharp, clear text and graphics. They utilize a high-performance processor and ample memory to efficiently handle large documents, making them suitable for print-intensive environments. The intuitive control panel and user-friendly interface simplify navigation, allowing users to easily monitor print tasks and settings.

In terms of connectivity, both series support USB, parallel, and Ethernet interfaces, enabling seamless integration into networked environments. They are also compatible with HP's Universal Print Driver, allowing for simplified printer management across multiple devices.

Durability is a key characteristic of these printers, built to handle the rigors of daily office use. HP's comprehensive security features help protect sensitive documents and safeguard the printer from unauthorized access.

In summary, the HP 4300dtns, 4200dtns, 4200dtn, 4200dtnsl, and 4200n printers provide high-performance printing solutions designed for efficiency, reliability, and quality, making them excellent choices for any business looking to enhance their document workflow.
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