HP Deskjet 3050 J610a User Manual

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•Check the estimated ink levels 
•Order ink supplies
•Replace the cartridges
•Use single-cartridge mode 
•Cartridge warranty information
Check the estimated ink levels
You can easily check the ink supply level to determine how soon you might need to 
replace a cartridge. The ink supply level shows an estimate of the amount of ink remaining
in the cartridges. 
To check the ink levels  from the Printer Software 
1. Click the HP All-in-One desktop icon to open the Printer Software.
NOTE:You can also access the Printer Software by clicking Start > Programs 
> HP > HP Deskjet 3050 J610 series > HP Deskjet 3050 J610 series
2. In the Printer Software, click Estimated Ink Levels.
NOTE:If you have installed a refilled or remanufactured cartridge, or a cartridge that 
has been used in another printer, the ink level indicator might be inaccurate or 
unavailable.
NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes 
only. When you receive a low-ink warnin g message, consider having a replacement 
cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. You do not have to replace the 
cartridges until the print quality is unacceptable. 
NOTE: Ink from the cartridges is used in the printing process in a number of different 
ways, including in the initialization process, which prepares the product and cartridges 
for printing, and in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing
smoothly. In addition, some residual ink is left in the cartridge after it is used. For more
information, see www.hp.com/go/inkusage .
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							Order ink supplies
Before ordering cartridges, locate the correct cartridge number. 
Locate the cartridge number on the printer 
▲ The cartridge number is located inside the cartridge door.
Model No. xxxxx
HP Ink Cartridge
Product No.xxxxxxxx
Locate the cartridge number in the Printer Software 
1. Click the HP All-in-One desktop icon to open the Printer Software.
NOTE:You can also access the Printer Software by clicking Start > Programs 
> HP > HP Deskjet 3050 J610 series > HP Deskjet 3050 J610 series
2. In the Printer Software, click Shop For Supplies Online. The correct cartridge 
number will be automatically displayed when you use this link. 
To order genuine HP supplies for the HP All-in-One, go to www.hp.com/buy/supplies . If 
prompted, choose your country/region, follow  the prompts to select your product, and 
then click one of the shopping links on the page.
NOTE: Ordering cartridges online is not supported in all countries/regions. If it is not 
available in your country/region, you may still view supplies information and print a 
list for reference when shopping at a local HP reseller.
Related topics
Choose the right cartridges
Choose the right cartridges
HP recommends that you use original HP ca rtridges. Original HP cartridges are designed 
and tested with HP printers to help you easily produce great results, time after time. 
Related topics
Order ink supplies
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							Replace the cartridges
To replace the cartridges 
1. Check power. 
2. Load paper. 
3. Remove cartridge. 
a . Open cartridge door.
Wait for print carriage to move to center of the product. 
b . Press down to release cartridge, then remove it from slot.
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							4.Insert new cartridge. 
a . Remove cartridge from packaging.
b. Remove plastic tape using pink pull tab.
c. Slide cartridge into slot until it clicks into place.
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							d. Close cartridge door.
5.Align cartridges. 
Related topics 
•Choose the right cartridges
•Order ink supplies
Use single-cartridge mode
Use the single-cartridge mode to operate the HP All-in-One with only one print cartridge. 
The single-cartridge mode is initiated when a print cartridge is removed from the print 
cartridge carriage. During single-cartridge mode , the product can only print jobs from the 
computer.
NOTE: When the HP All-in-One operates in single-cartridge mode, a message is 
displayed on screen. If the me ssage is displayed and two print cartridges are installed 
in the product, verify that the protective piece of plastic tape has been removed from
each print cartridge. When plastic tape covers the print cartridge contacts, the product 
cannot detect that the print cartridge is installed.
Exit single-cartridge mode
Install two print cartridges in the HP All-in-One to exit single-cartridge mode. 
Related topics
Replace the cartridges
Cartridge warranty information
The HP cartridge warranty is applicable when the product is used in its designated HP 
printing device. This warranty does not cover HP ink products that have been refilled,
remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered with.
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							During the warranty period the product is covered as long as the HP ink is not depleted 
and the end of warranty date has not been reached. The end of warranty date, in YYYY/ 
MM/DD format, may be found on the product as indicated:
For a copy of the HP Limited Warranty Statement, see the printed documentation that
came with the product.
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							7 Connectivity
Add the HP All-in-One to a network
•WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) 
•Traditional Wireless Connection 
•USB Connection
WiFi Protected Setup (WPS)
To connect the HP All-in-One to a wireless network using WiFi Protected Setup (WPS), 
you will need the following: 
❑ A wireless 802.11 network that includes a WPS-enabled wireless router or access 
point. 
❑ A desktop computer or laptop with either wireless networking support, or a network 
interface card (NIC). The computer must be connected to the wireless network that 
you intend to install the HP All-in-One on. 
To connect the HP All-in-One using WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) 
1. Do one of the following: 
Use Push Button (PBC) method 
▲ Set up wireless connection. 
❑ Press the wireless button on the control panel to show the wireless menu 
options on the printer display. 
❑ Select  Wireless Settings on the printer display. 
❑ Select  WPS. 
❑ Select  Push Button and follow the on-screen instructions on the printer 
display.
NOTE: The product begins a timer for approximately two minutes in which the 
corresponding button on the networking device needs to be pressed.
Use PIN method 
▲ Set up wireless connection. 
❑ Press the wireless button on the control panel to show the wireless menu 
options on the printer display. 
❑ Select  Wireless Settings on the printer display. 
❑ Select  WPS. 
❑ Select  PIN. The printer display will display a PIN.
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							❑ Enter the PIN on WPS-enabled router or other networking device. 
❑ Follow the on-screen instructions on the printer display.
NOTE: The product begins a timer for approximately two minutes in which the 
PIN needs to be entered on the networking device.
2. View the animation for this topic.
Traditional Wireless Connection
To connect the HP All-in-One to an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network, you will 
need the following: 
❑ A wireless 802.11 network that includes a wireless router or access point. 
If you connect the HP All-in-One on a wireless network that has Internet access, HP 
recommends that you use a wireless router (access point or base station) that uses 
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). 
❑ A desktop computer or laptop with either wireless networking support, or a network 
interface card (NIC). The computer must be connected to the wireless network that 
you intend to install the HP All-in-One on. 
❑ Network name (SSID). 
❑ WEP key or WPA Passphrase (if needed). 
To connect the product 
1. Insert the product Software CD in the computer CD-ROM drive. 
2. Follow the instructions on the screen. 
When you are prompted, connect the product to the computer using the USB setup 
cable included in the box. Follow the onscreen prompts to enter your wireless network 
settings. The product will attempt to connect to the network. If the connection fails,
follow the prompts to correct the problem, and then try again. 
3. When the setup is finished, you will be prompted to disconnect the USB cable and 
test the wireless network connection. Once  the product connects successfully to the 
network, install the software on each computer that will use the product over the 
network.
USB Connection
The HP All-in-One supports a rear USB 2.0 High Speed port for connection to a computer. 
To connect the product with the USB cable 
▲ Refer to the setup instructions that came with your product for information on 
connecting to a computer with a USB cable.
NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable to the product until you are prompted to 
do so.
To enable printer sharing on a Windows computer 
▲ Refer to the user guide that came with your computer or see the Windows onscreen 
Help.
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							Tips for setting up and using a networked printer
Use the following tips to set up and use a networked printer: 
• When setting up the wireless networked printer, make sure your wireless router or 
access point is powered on. The printer searches for wireless routers, then lists the
detected network names on the computer. 
• If your computer is connected to a Virtual Private Network (VPN), you need to 
disconnect from the VPN before you can access any other device on your network., 
including the printer. 
• Learn how to find your network security settings. Click here to go online for more
information. 
• Learn about the Network Diagnostic Utility and other troubleshooting tips. Click here
to go online for more information. 
• Learn how to change from a USB to wireless connection. Click here to go online for
more information. 
• Learn how to work with your firewall and anti-virus programs during printer setup.
Click here to go online for more information.
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