HP Color LaserJet 2600n User Manual

							
Software for Macintosh
The printer includes the following software for Macintosh computers.
Macintosh printer driver
When you install the software for Macintosh, you can directly connect the printer to a
computer by using a USB cable or you can  connect the printer to the network by using
HP built-in networking. For help using  your printer driver, see 
Gaining access to printer driver
settings. If you are connected via the network,  you can configure your printer using the
embedded Web server.
Uninstalling the printing software
Uninstall software by using the following  directions for your operating system.
Uninstalling software for Windows
The printer comes with an uninstall utility that you can  use to select and remove any or all of
the Windows HP printing system components from your computer.
To uninstall software for Windows 98 Second Edition and later
NOTE
To uninstall the software from Windows 2000 or  XP, you must log on with administrator
privileges.
1. Close all of the open programs.
For Windows 98 Second Edition and Me
a. Press  Ctrl+Alt+Delete . The Close Program  dialog box opens.
b. Select a program  except Explorer or Systray, and click  End Task.
c. Repeat step b until all of the  programs except Explorer and Systray are closed.
For Windows 2000 and XP
a. Press  Ctrl+Alt+Delete . The Windows Security  dialog box opens.
b. Click  Task Manager  and then click the  Applications tab.
c. Select a program, and then click  End Task.
d. Repeat step c until all of the programs are closed.
2. On the  Start menu, point to  Programs, point to HP, point to  HP Color LaserJet 2600n ,
and click  Uninstall  HP Color LaserJet 2600n .
3. On the Setup screen, click  Next.
4. Click  Next, and follow the directions on the screen. If the message  The following file is
a shared file but is not used by any  other programs. Would you like to delete it?
appears, click  Yes to All. The system finishes removing files.
5. If prompted to restart the computer, click  OK.
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Uninstalling software for Windows by using Add or Remove Programs
An alternate method for uninstalling the printer software is to use the Add or Remove
Programs  method. This method does  not require you to have the software CD.
1. Click  Start, point to  Settings, and click  Control Panel .
2. Click  Add or Remove Programs .
3. Scroll through the list of  software programs and click  HP Color LaserJet 2600n printer.
4. Click  Remove.
Uninstalling software for Macintosh
To remove the printer from your  Macintosh use the following steps:
1. Open Print Center (v10.2) or Print Setup Utility (v10.3).
2. Select the printer name.
3. Select  Delete.
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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 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 . For ordering information, see 
Accessories and ordering
information.
CAUTION
Using print media that does not meet HP  specifications can cause problems for the printer,
requiring repair. This repair is not covered  by the Hewlett-Packard warranty or service
agreements.
CAUTION
Use only paper designed for laser printers. Paper  for inkjet printers may damage the printer.
This printer accepts a variety of media, such  as cut-sheet paper (including up to 100%
recycled-fiber-content paper), envelopes, labels, transparencies, HP LaserJet glossy paper,
HP LaserJet Tough paper, HP LaserJet Photo  paper, and custom-size paper. Properties
such as weight, composition, grain, and moisture  content are important factors that affect
printer performance and output quality. Print media  that does not meet the guidelines
outlined in this manual can cause the following problems:
● Poor print quality
● Increased jams
● Premature wear on the printer, requiring repair
Paper and print media
CategorySpecifications
Acid content5.5 pH to 8.0 pH
Caliper0.094 to 0.18 mm (3.0 to 7.0 mils)
Curl in reamFlat within 5 mm (0.02 in.)
Cut-edge conditionsCut with sharp blades with no visible fray
Fusing compatibilityMust not scorch, melt, offset, or release
hazardous emissions when heated to 210°C
(410°F) for 0.1 second
GrainLong Grain
Moisture content4% to 6% by weight
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CategorySpecifications
Smoothness100 to 250 Sheffield
For complete print-media specifications for all HP LaserJet printers, see the HP LaserJet
Printer Family Print Media Guide . To download the guide in PDF format, go to
http://www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide .
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 and smudging. Humid weather or  water coolers can cause the humidity to
increase in a room. As paper is opened  and used it absorbs any excess moisture, causing
light print and dropouts. Also, as paper loses  and gains moisture it can distort. This issue
can cause jams.
As a result, paper storage and handling are  as important as the paper-making process itself.
Paper storage environmental conditions directly affect  the feed operation and print quality.
Care should be taken not to purchase more paper than can be easily used \
in a short time
(about three months). Paper stored for long  periods can experience heat and moisture
extremes, which can cause damage. Planning is  important to prevent damage to a large
supply of paper.
Unopened paper in sealed reams can remain  stable for several months before use. Opened
packages of paper have more potential for  environmental damage, especially if they are not
wrapped with a moisture-proof barrier.
The media-storage environment should be properly  maintained to ensure optimum printer
performance. The required condition is 20° to 24°C  (68° to 75°F), with a relative humidity of
45% to 55%. The following guidelines should  be helpful when evaluating the papers storage
environment:
● Print media should be stored at or near room temperature.
● The air should not be too dry or  too humid (to moderate the hygroscopic properties of
paper).
● The best way to store an opened ream of  paper is to rewrap it tightly in its moisture-
proof wrapping. If the printer environment is  subject to extremes, unwrap only the
amount of paper to be used during  the days operation to prevent unwanted moisture
changes.
● Avoid storing paper and print media near  heating and air conditioning vents or near
windows and doors that are frequently open.
Envelopes
Envelopes can be printed from Tray 1 or Tray 2.  Select the type of envelope that you are
using from the  Print dialog box or the printer driver.
In your program, set the margins for the  envelope. The following table gives typical address
margins for a commercial #10 or DL envelope.
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Type of addressTop marginLeft margin
Return address15 mm (0.6 inch)15 mm (0.6 inch)
Delivery address51 mm (2 inches)89 mm (3.5 inches)
●For the best print quality, position margins no  closer than 15 mm (0.6 inch) from the
edges of the envelope.
● Avoid printing over the area  where the envelope seams meet.
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 on
envelopes depends upon the quality of  the envelopes. When selecting envelopes, consider
the following components:
● Weight:  The weight of the envelope paper should not exceed 90 g/m
2 (24 lb) or jamming
might occur.
● Construction:  Before printing, envelopes should lie flat  with less than 6 mm (0.25 inch)
curl, and should not contain air.
● Condition:  Envelopes should not be  wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.
● Temperature:  Use envelopes that are compatible with the heat and pressure of the
printer. This printers fusing temperature is 210°C (410°F).
● Size:  Use only envelopes that are  within the following size ranges.
TrayMinimumMaximum
Tray 1 or Tray 276 x 127 mm (3 x 5 inches)216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches)
Envelopes with double side-seams
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Double side-seam construction has vertical seams at both ends of the envelope rather than
diagonal seams. This style might be  more likely to wrinkle. Be sure the seam extends all the
way to the corner of the envelope as illustrated below.
1
2
1 Acceptable
2 Unacceptable
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 recommended for laser printers. To
prevent serious jams, always use Tray 1 or Tray 2  to print on labels. Never print on the same
sheet of labels more than once or  print on a partial sheet of labels.
When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component:
● Adhesives:  The adhesive material should be stable at 210°C (410°F), which \
is the
printer fusing temperature.
● Arrangement:  Only use labels with no exposed  backing between them. Labels can peel
off sheets with spaces between the labels, causing serious jams.
● Curl:  Before printing, labels must lie flat with no  more than 13 mm (0.5 inch) of curl in
any direction.
● Condition:  Do not use labels that have  wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of
separation.
For more information, see 
Printing on labels .
Transparencies
Use only Tray 1 or Tray 2 to print on transparencies. Select  Transparencies from the Print
dialog box or the printer driver.
The printer supports printing on color transparencies. Use only transpar\
encies that are
recommended for use in laser printers.
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Transparencies that are used in the printer must be able to withstand 210°C (410°F), which
is the printer fusing temperature.
CAUTION
To 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 specifications
Tray 1 and Tray 2Dimensions1WeightCapacity2
PaperMinimum: 76 x 127 mm
(3 x 5 inches)60 to 163 g/m2 (16 to 43 lb)
Up to 176 g/m
2 (47 lb) for
postcards
Single sheet of 75 g/m2 (20 lb)
paper for Tray 1
Up to 250 sheets for Tray 2
Maximum: 216 x 356 mm
(8.5 x 14 inches)
HP LaserJet glossy paper
and HP LaserJet photo
paperSame as the preceding
listed minimum and
maximum sizes.75 to 163 g/m2 (20 to 32 lb)Single sheet of HP LaserJet
glossy paper or HP LaserJet
photo paper for Tray 1
Up to 25 mm (0.99 inch)stack
height for Tray 2
HP Premium Cover paper4200 g/m2 (75 lb) coverSingle sheet of HP Cover
paper for Tray 1
Up to 25 mm (0.99 inch)stack
height for Tray 2
Transparencies and
opaque filmThickness: 0.10 to 0.13 mm
(3.9 to 5.1 mils)Single sheet of transparency
or opaque film for Tray 1
Up to 50 sheets for Tray 2
Labels3Thickness: up to 0.23  mm
(up to 9 mils)Single sheet of labels for Tray 1
Up to 25 mm (0.99 inch)stack
height for Tray 2
EnvelopesUp to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lb)Single envelope for Tray 1
Up to ten envelopes for Tray 2
1 The printer supports a wide range of standard and custom  sizes of print media. Check the printer driver for
supported sizes.
2 Capacity can vary depending on media  weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.3 Smoothness: 100 to 250 (Sheffield).4 Hewlett-Packard does not guarantee results when  printing with other types of heavy paper.
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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)
1 The printer supports a wide range of standard and custom sizes of print media. Check the printer driver for
supported sizes.
2 Capacity can vary depending on the  media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
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Control panel
This section provides information about the control panel features.
Control panel features
The printer contains the following lights and buttons on the control panel:
1
1 Color print cartridge indicators
2 Attention light (amber)
3 Ready light (green)
4
C
ANCEL JOB  button
5 Message area
6 R
IGHT ARROW  button
7 S
ELECT  button
8 L
EFT ARROW  button
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Display
The printer’s display gives you information about the printer, job status, and levels of supplies.
1 Message area
2 Supplies gauges
3 Print cartridge colors are indicated from left to right: black, yellow, cyan, and magenta
Understanding Supplies Status
The supplies gauges show the consumption levels  of print cartridges (black, yellow, cyan,
and magenta).
Black, Yellow, Cyan, and Magenta Supplies Status gauges
A ? appears instead of the consumption level when the  level is not known. This can occur in
the following circumstances:
● Missing cartridges
● Incorrectly placed cartridges
● Cartridges with an error
● Some non-HP cartridges
The supplies gauge appears whenever the printer  shows the Ready state with no warnings.
It will also appear when the printer shows  a warning or error message concerning a print
cartridge or multiple supplies. If a supply  is empty, the gauge will flash.
Understanding Printer Status
The printer has four buttons and two lights  to indicate and control the printer status.
Cancel Job button
●
When the Ready light is blinking, pressing  (CANCEL JOB) cancels the current job.
● When a Supplies Status gauge is blinking and  the Attention light is on (indicating that a
non-HP supply has been installed), pressing 
 ( SELECT) allows you to continue printing.
CAUTION
You might not receive any indication when  a non-HP supply is empty. If you continue
printing after the supply is empty, damage  to the printer can occur. See 
Hewlett-Packard
limited warranty statement.
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