HP Color LaserJet 1600 User Manual

Software
Software and supported operating systems
For easy printer setup and access to the full range of printer features, HP strongly recommends that
you install the software that is provided. Not all software is available in all languages. See the Getting
Started Guide  for installation instructions, and see the Readme file for the latest software information.
The most recent drivers, additional drivers, and other software are available from the Internet and other
sources. If you do not have access to...

If you do not have Internet access, contact HP Customer Care. (See HP Customer Care or the flyer that
came in the printer box.) See the Readme file for additional release information.
What other software is available?
See the Readme file that is provided on the HP Color LaserJet 1600 CD-ROM for additional, included
software and for supported languages.
Software for Windows
When you install the software for Windows, you can directly connect the printer to a computer by using
a USB cable. See the  Getting...

To uninstall software for Windows 98 Second Edition and later
NOTETo uninstall the software from Windows 2000 or XP, you must log on with administrator
privileges.
1. Press  Ctrl+Alt+Delete . The Close Program  dialog box opens.
-or-
Select a program  except Explorer or Systray, and click  End Task.
-or-
Repeat step b until all of the programs except Explorer and Systray are closed.
-or-
Press  Ctrl+Alt+Delete . The Windows Security  dialog box opens.
-or-
Click  Task Manager  and then click the...

Print-media specifications
This section contains information about specifications for the quality of print media, guidelines for print
media usage, and guidelines for print media storage.
General guidelines
Some print 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 Hewlett-Packard has no control.
Before purchasing large...

Printing and storage environment
Ideally, the printing and media-storage environment should be at or near room temperature, and not too
dry or too humid. Remember that paper is hygroscopic; it absorbs and loses moisture rapidly.
Heat works with humidity to damage paper. Heat causes the moisture in paper to evaporate, while cold
causes it to condense on the sheets. Heating systems and air conditioners remove most of the humidity
from a room. As paper is opened and used, it loses moisture, causing streaks...

Envelope storage and construction
Envelope storage
Proper storage of envelopes helps contribute to print quality. Envelopes should be stored flat. If air is
trapped in an envelope and creates an air bubble, then the envelope might wrinkle during printing.
For more information, see 
Printing on envelopes.
Envelope construction
Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between
manufacturers, but also within a box from the same manufacturer. Successful printing...

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2
1Acceptable
2Unacceptable
Envelopes with adhesive strips or flaps
Envelopes with a peel-off adhesive strip or with more than one flap that folds over to seal must use
adhesives that are compatible with the heat and pressure in the printer. The extra flaps and strips might
cause wrinkling, creasing, or even jams and might damage the fuser.
Labels
Select the type of label that you are using from the Print dialog box or the printer driver.
CAUTION To avoid damaging the printer, use only labels that are...

Transparencies that are used in the printer must be able to withstand 210° C (410° F), which is the
printer fusing temperature.
CAUTIONTo avoid damage to the printer, use only transparencies that are recommended for
use in laser printers. See 
Accessories and ordering information .
For more information, see Transparencies.
Supported media weights and sizes
This section contains information about the sizes, weights, and capacities of paper and other print media
that each tray supports.
Tray 1 and Tray 2...

Table 1-3   Optional Tray 3 specifications
Optional Tray 3 (250-sheet
tray)Dimensions1WeightCapacity2
Plain paperMinimum: 76 x 127 mm
(3 x 5 inches)60 to 163 g/m2Up to 250 sheets
Maximum: 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x
14 inches)
1The printer supports a wide range of standard and custom sizes of  print media. Check the printer driver for supported sizes.2Capacity can vary depending on the media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
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