Using printer Status and Alerts (for directly connected printers)

Three things are required to use this feature:

●The Printer Status and Alerts software must be installed on your computer (use the custom installation option to install this software).

●The printer must be directly connected to your computer by parallel connection. See Parallel configuration.

●You must have access to the World Wide Web.

1.Open the Printer Status and Alerts in one of two ways: Double-click the Printer Status and Alerts tray icon, which is near the clock in the Tray Manager or, on the Start menu, point to Programs, point to Printer Status and Alerts, and click Printer Status and Alerts.

2.On the left side of the status window, click the Printer icon from which you wish to obtain status.

3.If available at the top of the status window, click the Supplies link. Otherwise you can also scroll down to Supplies Status.

Note

If you want to order supplies, click Order Supplies. This opens a browser that produces a

 

URL from which to purchase supplies. Select the supplies you wish to order and follow the

 

directions accordingly.

Using HP Web Jetadmin

In HP Web Jetadmin, select the printer device. The device status page shows print cartridge information.

Changing print cartridges

When a print cartridge approaches the end of useful life, the control panel displays a message recommending that you order a replacement. The printer can continue to print using the current print cartridge until the control panel displays a message instructing you to replace the cartridge.

The printer uses four colors and has a different print cartridge for each color: black (K), magenta (M), yellow (Y), and cyan (C).

Replace a print cartridge when the printer control panel displays a REPLACE <COLOR> CARTRIDGE message. The control panel display also indicates the color that should be replaced (unless a genuine HP cartridge is not currently installed).

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5500 specifications

The HP 5500 series is a powerful line of color inkjet printers designed for demanding office environments that require versatility, speed, and professional-quality outputs. Notably, these printers are well-regarded for their robust build and user-friendly features, making them suitable for both small teams and large workgroups.

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Overall, the HP 5500 series stands out in the competitive printer market with its balanced combination of speed, quality, and versatility. Businesses looking for a reliable, high-performance printer can count on the HP 5500 to meet their printing needs.
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