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LaserJet Pro M701/M706User GuideLaserJet 706M706n

HP LaserJet Pro M701/M706User Guide

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Table of contents1 Product introduction . 1Product comparison . 2Product views . 4Product front view . 4Product back view . 5Interface ports . 6Control panel layout . 7Product hardware setup and software installation . 82 Paper trays . 9Load Tray 1 (multipurpose tray) . 10Tray 1 paper orientation . 13Load Tray 2 . 15Tray 2 paper orientation . 18Load Tray 3 (M706n model only) . 19Tray 3 paper orientation . 223 Parts, supplies, and accessories . 23Order parts, accessories, and supplies . 24Ordering . 24Parts and supplies . 24Accessories . 24Replace the toner cartridge . 254 Print . 29Print tasks (Windows) . 30How to print (Windows) . 30Automatically print on both sides (Windows) . 32Manually print on both sides (Windows) . 33Print multiple pages per sheet (Windows) . 34Select the paper type (Windows) . 35ENWWiii

Additional print tasks . 35Print tasks (Mac OS X) . 36How to print (Mac OS X) . 36Automatically print on both sides (Mac OS X) . 36Manually print on both sides (Mac OS X) . 36Print multiple pages per sheet (Mac OS X) . 37Select the paper type (Mac OS X) . 37Additional print tasks . 37Mobile printing . 38Wireless network printing . 38HP ePrint via email . 38HP ePrint software . 38AirPrint . 395 Manage the product . 41Change the product connection type (Windows) . 42Configure IP network settings . 43Printer sharing disclaimer . 43View or change network settings . 43Rename the product on a network . 43Manually configure IPv4 TCP/IP parameters from the control panel . 44Advanced configuration with HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) and HP Device Toolbox (Windows) . 45HP Utility for Mac OS X . 48Open HP Utility . 48HP Utility features . 48HP Web Jetadmin . 50Product security features . 51Set or change the product password using the HP Embedded Web Server . 51Economy settings . 52Print with EconoMode . 52Set the Sleep Delay . 52Set the Auto Power Down delay . 52Update the firmware . 54Method one: Update the firmware using the control panel . 54Method two: Update the firmware using the Firmware Update Utility . 546 Solve problems . 57Customer support . 58Restore the factory-set defaults . 59A “Cartridge is low” or “Cartridge is very low” message displays on the product control panel . 60Change the “Very Low” settings . 60ivENWW

Order supplies . 60Product does not pick up paper or misfeeds . 61The product does not pick up paper . 61The product picks up multiple sheets of paper . 61Clear jams . 62Jam locations . 62Experiencing frequent or recurring paper jams? . 62Clear jams in Tray 1 . 63Clear jams in Tray 2 . 65Clear jams in Tray 3 (M706n model only) . 69Clear jams in the toner-cartridge area . 72Clear jams in the rear door and fuser area . 74Clear jams in the output bin . 76Clear jams in the optional duplexer (M706n model only) . 78Improve print quality . 79Print from a different software program . 79Check the paper-type setting for the print job . 79Check the paper type setting (Windows) . 79Check the paper type setting (Mac OS X) . 79Check the toner-cartridge status . 80Print a cleaning page . 80Visually inspect the toner cartridge for damage . 81Check paper and the printing environment . 81Step one: Use paper that meets HP specifications . 81Step two: Check the environment . 81Check other print job settings . 82Check the EconoMode settings . 82Try a different print driver . 82Solve wired network problems . 84Poor physical connection . 84The computer is using the incorrect IP address for the product . 84The computer is unable to communicate with the product . 84The product is using incorrect link and duplex settings for the network . 85New software programs might be causing compatibility problems . 85The computer or workstation might be set up incorrectly . 85The product is disabled, or other network settings are incorrect . 85Index . 87ENWWv

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1Product introduction Product comparison Product views Product hardware setup and software installationFor more information:In the USriver only)Windows Server 2008 R2, 32-bit and 64-bit (print driveronly)Windows Server 2012 (print driver only)Windows Server 2012 R2 (print driver only)Mac OS X v10.6, OS X v10.7 Lion, OS X v10.8 MountainLion, and OS X v10.9 MavericksSupportedprint driversThe HP PCL 6 print driver is included on the in-box CD asthe default print driver. It is automatically installedunless you select a different one.For more information and additional driver options, go towww.hp.com/support.ConnectivityHi-Speed USB 2.010/100 Ethernet LAN connectionMemory256 MB DDR3 RAMControlpanel displayTwo-line LCD screenTwo-line LCD screen with ePrint button2Chapter 1 Product introductionENWW

662.Remove the paper from the tray, and discard anydamaged paper.3.Make sure the paper guides are adjusted for thecorrect paper size. If necessary, unlock the trayusing the slide lock at the rear of the tray, andthen adjust to the correct paper size.4.Load the paper into the tray. Make sure that thestack is flat at all four corners and that the top ofthe stack is below the maximum-heightindicators.Chapter 6 Solve problemsENWW

5.Reinsert and close the tray.6.Open the front door.7.Remove the toner cartridge.ENWWClear jams67

8.Lift the jam-plate and carefully remove anyjammed paper. Use both hands to removejammed paper to avoid tearing the paper.9.Reinsert the toner cartridge.10. Close the front door.68Chapter 6 Solve problemsENWW

Clear jams in Tray 3 (M706n model only)1.Remove the tray from the product.32.Remove the paper from the tray, and discard anydamaged paper.33.Make sure the paper guides are adjusted for thecorrect paper size.3ENWWClear jams69

4.Load the paper into the tray. Make sure that thestack is flat at all four corners and that the top ofthe stack is below the maximum-heightindicators.35.Reinsert and close the tray.36.70Open the front door.Chapter 6 Solve problemsENWW

7.Remove the toner cartridge.8.Lift the jam-plate and carefully remove anyjammed paper. Use both hands to removejammed paper to avoid tearing the paper.ENWWClear jams71

9.Reinsert the toner cartridge.10. Close the front door.Clear jams in the toner-cartridge area1.72Open the front door.Chapter 6 Solve problemsENWW

2.Remove the toner cartridge.3.Lift the jam-plate and carefully remove anyjammed paper. Use both hands to removejammed paper to avoid tearing.ENWWClear jams73

4.Reinsert the toner cartridge.5.Close the front door.Clear jams in the rear door and fuser area1.74Open the front door.Chapter 6 Solve problemsENWW

2.Open the rear door to check for jammed paper.3.Remove any jammed paper. Use both hands topull out the paper to avoid tearing.ENWWClear jams75

4.Close the rear door.5.Close the front door.Clear jams in the output bin1.76If paper is visible in the output bin, grasp theleading edge with both hands and slowly removeit.Chapter 6 Solve problemsENWW

2.Open the rear door to check for jammed paper.3.Remove any jammed paper. Use both hands topull out the paper to avoid tearing.4.Close the rear door.ENWWClear jams77

Clear jams in the optional duplexer (M706n model only)781.Remove the duplexer.2.Remove any paper from the duplexer.3.Reinstall the duplexer.Chapter 6 Solve problemsENWW

Improve print qualityIf the product is having print-quality problems, try the following solutions in the order presented to resolvethe issue. Print from a different software program Check the paper-type setting for the print job Check the toner-cartridge status Print a cleaning page Visually inspect the toner cartridge for damage Check paper and the printing environment Check other print job settings Try a different print driverPrint from a different software programTry printing from a different software program. If the page prints correctly, the problem is with the sof a print job in response to a control-panel prompt (for example, when the message Press OK to continue appears onthe control-panel display).8Right arrow9ePrintbutton: This button provides quick access to HP ePrint features. HP ePrint is a tool that prints documents by usingany email-enabled device to send them to the product email address.button: Use this button to navigate through the menus or to increase a value that appears on the display.(M701n and M706n models only)10ENWWOn/off button: This button provides power to the product.Product views7

Product hardware setup and software installationFor basic setup instructions, see the Hardware Installation Guide that came with the product. For additionalinstructions, go to HP support on the Web.In the US, go to www.hp.com/support/ljM701 or www.hp.com/support/ljM706 for HP's all-inclusive help foryour product.Outside the US, follow these steps:1.Go to www.hp.com/support.2.Select your country/region.3.Click Troubleshooting.4.Enter the product name (HP LaserJet Pro M701/M706), and then select Search.Find the following support:8 Install and configure Learn and use Solve problems Download software updates Join support forums Find warranty and regulatory informationChapter 1 Product introductionENWW

2Paper trays Load Tray 1 (multipurpose tray) Load Tray 2 Load Tray 3 (M706n model only)For more information:In the US, go to www.hp.com/support/ljM701 or www.hp.com/support/ljM706.Outside the US, go to www.hp.com/support. Select your country/region. Click Troubleshooting. Enter theproduct name, and then select Search.HP's all-inclusive help for your product includes the following information:ENWW Install and configure Learn and use Solve problems Download software updates Join support forums Find warranty and regulatory information9

Load Tray 1 (multipurpose tray)NOTE: Tray 1 holds up to 100 sheets of paper, up to 75 transparencies, up to 50 sheets of labels, or up to10 envelopes. It supports cut sheet paper weight 60–199 g/m2 (16–53 lb); labels and transparencies 0.10 to0.14 mm thick (4.7 to 5 mils thick); envelopes weight 60 to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lb); and postcards weight 135 to176 g/m2 (36-47 lb).For information about the correct paper orientation for loading paper in this tray, see Tray 1 paperorientation on page 13.101.Open Tray 1 by grasping the handles on each sideof the tray and pulling down.2.Slide out the tray extension.Chapter 2 Paper traysENWW

3.For long paper, fold out the tray extension tosupport the paper.4.Adjust the paper guides.ENWWLoad Tray 1 (multipurpose tray)11

5.Load the paper into the tray. Make sure that thepaper fits under the tabs and below themaximum-height indicators.The way you should orient the paper in the trayvaries depending on the paper size. Foradditional information, see Tray 1 paperorientation on page 13.6.Adjust the paper guides so that they lightly touchthe paper stack but do not bend the paper.NOTE: To avoid jams, do not add paper to Tray 1 while the product is printing. Do not close Tray 1 while theproduct is printing.12Chapter 2 Paper traysENWW