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A.Toner cartridge guides F.Right side cover (opened)
B. Paper access door
(for paper jam removal) G.
250-sheet Tray 2
C. Top door (opened) H.Tray 1 release point (pull to open)
D. Toner cartridge location
(shown with cartridge removed) I.
Transfer Roller removal tool
E SIMM slots access door J.Serial Number Label
Figure 1-4 Top/right side view with top door open and toner cartridge removed
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A.Rear access cover latch
(press down to release) E.
Serial port
B. Rear access cover F.Serial Infrared port
C. Serial number label G.Bi-Tronics parallel port
D. Power plug connector H.Modular I/O (MIO) slot
Figure 1-5 Rear/left side view
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Printing Software Overview
Introduction
This chapter introduces the software you received with your printer and
briefly describes its features.  It also lists additional software you can
obtain for your printer by contacting HP Distribution or your authorized
HP dealer.
Your printer is packaged with the software you need to take full
advantage of your printer’s features in MS Windows, some DOS
environments, and to connect your printer to a wide variety of networks.
The HP LaserJet 5M printer also comes with software you need to use
your printer with the PostScript language for Macintosh and MS
Windows environments.
NoteIf you have set up your printer correctly, you have already installed the
appropriate software for your printer and environment.  If you have not
installed the software, see theGetting Started Guide.
This chapter is divided into the following sections:
•Software for MS Windows
•MS Windows Printer Drivers
•MS Windows Status Utilities
•Fonts
•Network Management Utilities (HP JetAdmin)
•Software for DOS
•DOS Printer Drivers
•DOS Utilities
•Software for Macintosh
•Macintosh Printer Drivers
•Bitmapped Screen Fonts
•HP LaserJet Utility
•Optional Software
•Optional Printer Drivers Available
•Optional Networking Software Available
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Software for MS Windows
Your printer comes with the HP LaserJet 5/5M Printing System for
Microsoft Windows. If you have set up your printer correctly, you have
already used the auto-installation setup program to load the following:
•MS Windows Printer Drivers
•Status Utilities
•Fonts
•Network Management Utilities
MS Windows Printer Drivers
The printer drivers enable your MS Windows applications to communicate
with your printer and use all of your printer’s features. Once you load the
MS Windows drivers, you can reach them from thePrintdialog box in any
MS Windows application. This is usually accessed from the Printer Setup
or Printer Options selection, however, each application may be different.
The MS Windows Printer Drivers work in the MS Windows 3.1, 3.11,
MS Windows for Workgroups and MS Windows 95 environments.
NoteEach driver has screen helps which can be activated from the Help
button on each property sheet on the printer driver. These help screens
can give detailed information about the specific driver you are using.
These driver helps are separate from your software application’s screen
helps. You will know that you are in an HP printer driver if the HP logo
is on the bottom of the window.
HP LaserJet 5/5M - Standard
The standard driver provides full backward compatibility for LaserJet
printers. This allows you to print documents created with other HP
drivers and ensure that the output will be similar. This driver can be
selected in the Printerssettings window located in the MS Windows
Control Panel .
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HP LaserJet 5/5M - Enhanced
This is a new, enhanced driver which provides better printing
performance with complex graphics in MS Windows, as well as better
WYSIWYG (what-you-see-is-what-you-get) performance. This may
provide output which is slightly different than earlier drivers which were
not WYSIWYG.  This driver can be selected from the MS Windows
Printer Control Panel.
PostScript Level 2
The PostScript for MS Windows driver for MS Windows 3.1 and MS
Windows 95 provides new functions such asn-up printing and
watermarks.
MS Windows Status Utilities
Status utilities display the printer’s status, job status and error messages
on the computer screen. Status utilities are provided for both networked
environments and directly connected computers.
NoteNo status utilities are available when using serial cables or switch boxes.
Status Window
This utility is for computers using the MS Windows 3.1 environment
that are directly connected to the printer.
The Status Window is a program that reports printer activities directly
on your computer screen. When a printer condition arises that needs
your attention, the Status Window displays a description of the
condition and suggests an action.  For example, if the printer runs out of
paper or is low on toner an appropriate message will pop-up on the
computer screen.
NoteStatus Window is only available if your printer and computer are
directly connected through a parallel port (for example, LPT1 or LPT2).
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HP JetPrint
The HP JetPrint utility for networks reports printer activities similar to
the Status Window.  It also allows users to see all accessible print
queues and allows users to manage their print jobs. TheJob Details
button on the HP JetPrint screen provides more detailed information on
a print job.
HP JetPrint is represented by an icon in the lower left hand corner in the
MS Windows 3.1 Networked Environment.
In MS Windows 95, HP JetPrint is available for both networked
environments and directly connected computers. HP JetPrint is
represented as a tray icon in the lower right hand corner.
To see status information, click on the icon. The icon changes colors
based on the status of the printer:
•Red- the printer is not able to print.
•Yellow- warning message.
•Green- the printer is ready to print.
Fonts
HP FontSmart
HP FontSmart is a MS Windows application that delivers the screen
fonts for the printer’s internal 45 printer fonts, plus another 65 fonts on
disk. HP FontSmart adds font management for MS Windows 3.1/3.11,
MS Windows 95 and MS Windows NT. When PostScript is available,
HP FontSmart also delivers the matching screen fonts for the 35
PostScript fonts using the MS Windows font names.
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TrueType Screen Fonts
Screen fonts allow you to see a close representation on the computer
screen of what the printed page will look like.  This is known as
WYSIWYG, short for “what-you-see-is-what-you-get.” The TrueType
fonts match the printer ’s internal fonts. These fonts are automatically
loaded and configured when you install the HP LaserJet 5/5M Printing
System for Microsoft Windows.
Network Management Utilities
Network Management Utilities allow remote configuration and control
of networked printers.  These utilities allow network administrators to
setup and configure networked printers in a variety of network
environments.
NoteNetwork utilities are available through theCustomsetup option during
software installation.  These utilities will not be loaded when running
the default ( Typical) installation unless you are signed on as a network
administrator.  To add these utilities at a later time re-load the
installation program (see Getting Started Guide) and run theCustom
setup option. Follow the instructions on the screen.
HP JetAdmin
HP JetAdmin allows management and configuration of the printers and
accessories on a Novell Netware or Microsoft network.  This also offers
in-depth printer and network diagnostics, as well as the ability to upload
printer drivers to a network file server.  Management of the flash
accessory is also provided through HP JetAdmin.
HP JetAdmin is available through the Control Panel in MS Windows 95
or from the LaserJet group in MS Windows 3.1.
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Software for DOS
Your printer comes with two DOS application printer drivers and two
DOS-environment software utilities.
DOS Printer Drivers
Printer drivers are program files that allow your software to use the
printer’s features, including the internal fonts. Printer drivers for the
following DOS applications are included on theDOS Application
Utilities and Drivers diskette:
•WordPerfect 5.1 and 6.0
•Lotus 1-2-3 versions 2.3, 2.4, 3.1, 3.4, 4.0
NoteTo obtain printer drivers for additional DOS applications:
•Check your DOS application’s installation disks to see if they include
support for the HP LaserJet 5/5M printer.
•Order an updated driver from your DOS application’s vendor.
DOS Utilities
NoteThe DOS utilities are only available when the printer is directly
connected to the computer with a parallel cable.  They will not be
available if a serial cable or switch box is being used.
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Status Monitor
The Status Monitor, a terminate-and-stay-resident (TSR) program,
reports printer messages and error conditions directly to your computer
screen.  It is especially useful if you can’t see the printer while you
work.  When a printer condition arises, the Status Monitor displays a
message on your screen without affecting your work in progress.
You can set up your computer to run the Status Monitor automatically
when you turn on your computer, or you can load it at any time.
To load the Status Monitor, typeSTATat the DOS prompt. You can
display the Status Monitor Main Menu at any time by typing [Ctrl]+
[Alt] +[E] , the default hot-key combination.
Remote Control Panel
The Remote Control Panel, or RCP, enables you to change printer
settings if your DOS software application does not support the printer
feature you want to use.
NoteSome DOS applications, such as WordPerfect for DOS, may override
settings you specify from the RCP.  Change all desired settings available
in your software application first, and any remaining settings with the
RCP.
You can start the Remote Control Panel from the Status Monitor by
typing [R]. You can also start the Remote Control Panel from the DOS
prompt by typing RCP.
Additional help is available for the Remote Control Panel by clicking on
the help tab at the top of the screen or by typing [Alt]+[H] .
NoteYou can use the Remote Control Panel and Status Monitor only in DOS,
and only if your printer and computer are directly connected through a
local parallel port (for example, LPT1 or LPT2). These applications do
not work on networked printers.
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Software for Macintosh
The HP LaserJet 5M printer comes with an installer program that
automatically installs the following on your hard disk:
•Macintosh printer drivers
•Bitmapped screen fonts
•HP LaserJet Utility
Macintosh Printer Drivers
HP LaserJet
The “HP LaserJet” is an Adobe PostScript Level 2 printer driver. Once
you install this driver, most of your printer’s features are available from
the Print and Page Setup dialog boxes.
LaserJet 5M GX
The “LaserJet 5M GX” is a printer driver designed to give you access to
your printer from a Macintosh with QuickDraw GX installed. If you are
not using QuickDraw GX, you will not need this driver.
Fonts
Bitmapped Screen Fonts
When you install the HP LaserJet 5M printer driver, bitmapped screen
fonts are automatically installed on your system.  These screen fonts
match your printer’s 35 internal PostScript fonts, allowing you to see on
screen how your printed page will look.
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