To load an original in the document feeder tray

1.Load your original, with the print side down, into the document feeder tray. Place the pages so that the top edge of the document goes in first. Slide the media into the automatic document feeder until you hear a beep or see a message on the display indicating that the loaded pages were detected.

TIP: For more help on loading originals in the automatic document feeder, refer to the diagram engraved in the document feeder tray.

2.Slide the width guides inward until they stop at the left and right edges of the media.

Select print media

The device is designed to work well with most types of office media. It is best to test a variety of print media types before buying large quantities. Use HP media for optimum print quality. Visit the HP Web site at www.hp.com for more information about HP media.

Tips for selecting and using print media

For the best results, observe the following guidelines.

Always use media that conforms to the device specifications. For more information, see Understand specifications for supported media.

Load only one type of media at a time into a tray.

Load media print-side down and aligned against the right and back edges of the tray. For more information, see Load media.

Do not overload the tray. For more information, see Understand specifications for supported media.

To prevent jams, poor print quality, and other printing problems, avoid the following media:

Multipart forms

Media that is damaged, curled, or wrinkled

Media with cutouts or perforations

Media that is heavily textured, embossed, or does not accept ink well

Media that is too lightweight or stretches easily

Select print media

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