Chapter 8
Check the computer system
•Make sure that your computer is running one of the supported operating systems.
•Make sure that the computer meets at least the minimum system requirements.
Check the device to ensure the following
•Power light is on and not blinking. When the device is first turned on, it takes approximately 45 seconds to warm up.
•The device is in the Ready state, and no other lights on the control panel are lit or blinking. If lights are lit or blinking, see the message on the control panel.
•Ensure power cord and other cables are working, and are firmly connected to the device.
•All packing tapes and materials are removed from the device.
•Rear access panel or duplexer is locked into place.
•Paper is loaded correctly in the tray, and is not jammed in the device.
•Ensure the orange protective caps have been removed from each printhead.
•Printheads and ink cartridges are properly installed in their correct
•Printhead latch and all covers are closed.
Software installation suggestions
Verify installation preliminaries
•Make sure to use the Starter CD that contains the correct installation software for your operating system.
•Before installing software, make sure that all other programs are closed.
•If the computer does not recognize the path to the
•If the computer cannot recognize the Starter CD in the
Check or perform the following
•Make sure the computer meets the system requirements.
•Before installing software on a Windows computer, ensure all other programs are closed.
•If the computer does not recognize the path to the CD drive that you typed, ensure you are specifying the correct drive letter.
•If the computer cannot recognize the Starter CD in the CD drive, inspect the CD for damage. You can download the device driver from the HP Web site (www.hp.com/ support).
82 Maintain and troubleshoot
