General guidelines
Some media might meet all of the guidelines in this manual and still not produce satisfactory results. This problem might be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels, or other variables over which
Before purchasing large quantities of print media, always test a sample and make sure that the print media meets the requirements specified in this user guide and in the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide, which you can view on the Web at www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide. For ordering information, see Accessories and ordering information.
CAUTION Using media that does not meet HP specifications can cause problems for the device, requiring repair. This repair is not covered by the
The device accepts a variety of media, such as
●Poor print quality
●Increased jams
●Premature wear on the device, requiring repair
Choosing paper and other media
Properties such as weight, grain, and moisture content are important factors that affect performance and quality. To achieve the best possible print quality, only use
NOTE Always test a sample of the media before you purchase large quantities. Your media supplier should understand the requirements specified in the HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide (HP part number
HP media
HP recommends that you use HP LaserJet media in the device.
Media to avoid
The device can handle many types of media. Using media that is outside the specifications degrades print quality and increases the chance of jams occurring.
●Do not use media that is too rough.
●Do not use media that contains cutouts or perforations other than standard
●Do not use multipart forms.
●Do not use paper that contains a watermark if you are printing solid patterns.
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