HP ew2500 802.11b/g Print Server manual Disable an HP Jetdirect embedded print server

Use the appropriate procedure to perform a cold reset on the printer/MFP model. (In most cases this resets the HP Jetdirect internal print server.)

◦For older HP LaserJet printers, perform a cold reset by turning the printer off and then on again while pressing the Go, Start, or Pause/Resume button.

◦For recent HP LaserJet printers and MFPs, you can generally use the procedures described in Example: Cold reset using the service menu on page 126.

◦For other printers, or if you have questions about performing a cold reset, see your printer service manuals. Or, visit www.hp.com/support and search for document file bpj02300.html.

●HP LaserJet Printers/MFPs with Embedded HP Jetdirect Print Server

HP Jetdirect embedded print servers can be reset to factory defaults when a cold reset is performed on the printer.

NOTE: The Restore Factory Settings menu item in the printer control panel menu does not reset the HP Jetdirect print server.

◦For recent LaserJet printers and MFPs, use the printer's Service menu accessed during the initial turn-on sequence. See Example: Cold reset using the service menu on page 126.

◦For other printers, see your printer service manuals.

Example: Cold reset using the service menu

To perform a cold reset on many recent HP LaserJet printers and MFPs, use the following steps:

1.Turn the printer on and watch for the memory count to begin.

2.Press and hold the Select ✓ button (or the 6 button on MFPs with numeric keypads) until the three control panel lights (Ready, Data, Attention) blink and then remain on.

3.Release the Select ✓ button (or 6 button). The control panel displays Select Language.

4.Press the down arrow ▼ button (or 9 button) until Cold Reset appears.

5.Press the Select ✓ button (or 6 button) to perform a cold reset and then continue its turn-on sequence.

Disable an HP Jetdirect embedded print server (V.40.xx)

NOTE: You can disable HP Jetdirect EIO and external print servers by disconnecting them from the printer/MFP.

You can disable an HP Jetdirect embedded print server by using the printer/MFP Service menu. This can help you isolate faults to either the printer or the print server. To disable the print serer, use the following steps:

1.Turn the printer on and watch for the memory count to begin.

2.Press and hold the Select ✓ button (or the 6 button on MFPs with numeric keypads) until the three control panel lights (Ready, Data, Attention) blink and then remain on.

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