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Printer connections
This section shows you how to connect the printer to your computer or network by a USB or network
connection.
USB connections
All HP LaserJet P2015 Series printers support USB connections.
1.Insert the software installation CD into the computer CD-ROM drive.
2. If the installation program does not start automatically, browse the CD contents and run the
SETUP.EXE file.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Network connections
The HP LaserJet P2015n, HP LaserJet P2015dn, and HP LaserJet P2015x printers can connect to
networks through the HP internal networking port. External network print servers are available for the
HP LaserJet P2015 and HP LaserJet P2015d printers. The following table identifies what is required to
add networking to any HP LaserJet P2015 Series printer.
Table 3-1   Networking options
HP LaserJet model10/100Base-TX
P2015 and P2015dHP Jetdirect 175x
HP Jetdirect en3700
P2015n, P2015dn, P2015x Included
To order the print server, see 10/100 networking print servers .
Connect the printer to the network
To connect a networking-equipped HP LaserJet P2015 Series printer to your network, you need the
following items:
●Functional wired network
● CAT-5 Ethernet cable
To connect the printer to your network, perform the following steps:
1. Connect the CAT-5 Ethernet cable to an available port on the Ethernet hub or router.
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2.Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of the printer.
3.Verify that one of the network lights (10 or 100) is illuminated on the network port located on the
back of the printer.
4. Print a Network Configuration page: When the printer is in the Ready state, press and hold the
Go button for 5 seconds. The Network Configuration page automatically prints with the
Configuration page.
NOTE To resolve network connection problems, see Network setup problem solving .
Install the printer software for the network printer
To use the printer on the network, install the printer software on a computer that is connected to the
network. See 
Software for Windows or Software for Macintosh  for information about installing the printer
software.
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Software for Windows
The following sections describe the Windows software that is available for the HP LaserJet P2015 Series
printers.
Windows printer drivers
A printer driver is the software that provides access to printer features and provides the means for the
computer to print to the printer.
Windows driver types
Three Windows printer drivers are available: PCL 5e, PCL 6, and HP postscript level 3 emulation.
Choose a printer driver based on the way you use the printer.
●Use the HP postscript level 3 emulation printer driver for HP postscript level 3 emulation. Certain
printer features are not available in this printer driver.
The printer automatically switches between HP postscript level 3 emulation and PCL printer languages
depending on the driver that you have selected.
Install the Windows printer software
The following sections provide instructions for installing the printer driver on Windows operating
systems.
To install printer software for Windows XP (64-bit) and Windows Server 2003
See the operating system documentation for instructions on installing a printer driver.
To install printer software for Windows 98 (driver only), Me (driver only), 2000, and XP (32–bit)
Insert the software CD that came with the printer into the computer CD-ROM drive. Follow the on-screen
installation instructions.
NOTEIf the Welcome screen does not open, click Start on the Windows task bar, click Run,
type Z:\setup (where Z is your CD drive letter), and click OK.
Configure the Windows printer driver
Use one of the following methods to open the Windows printer driver from your computer:
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●Use the PCL 5e printer driver for faster printer performance and a quick first page out with 600
dpi print quality.
●Use the PCL 6 printer driver for enhanced print quality. The PCL 6 driver allows you to take
advantage of HP’s proprietary ProRes 1200 and FastRes 1200 technologies. Printer performance
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Operating systemTo change the settings for all
print jobs until the software
program is closedTo change the print job default
settings (for example, turn on
Print on Both Sides by default)To change the configuration
settings (for example, add a
tray or enable/disable Manual
Duplexing)
Windows 98, Me,
2000, XP (32–bit and
64–bit), and Server
20031.
On the  File menu in the
software program, click
Print .
2. Select the name of the
printer, and then click
Properties  or
Preferences .
The steps can vary; this
procedure is most common.1. Click  Start, click  Settings ,
and then click  Printers or
Printers and Faxes .
2. Right-click the printer icon,
and then select  Printing
Preferences .1.Click  Start, click  Settings ,
and then click  Printers or
Printers and Faxes .
2. Right-click the printer icon,
and then select
Properties .
3. Click the  Device Settings
tab.
HP ToolboxFX
HP ToolboxFX is software that you can use to complete the following tasks:
● Check the printer status.
● Configure the printer settings.
● View troubleshooting information.
● View online documentation.
See 
HP ToolboxFX  for more information.
Embedded Web server
You can use the embedded Web server to configure the printer, view status information, and obtain
problem-solving information.
See 
Embedded Web server  for more information.
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Software for Macintosh
The following sections describe the Macintosh software that is available for the HP LaserJet P2015
Series printers.
Macintosh printer drivers
A printer driver is the software component that provides access to printer features and provides the
means for the computer to communicate with the printer.
Install the Macintosh printer driver
This section explains how to install the printing system software for Macintosh OS X V10.2.8, V10.3.9
and V10.4.3.
NOTEUSB queues are created automatically when the printer is attached to the computer.
However, the queue will use a generic PPD if the installer has not been run before the USB cable
is connected. To change the queue PPD, open the Print Center or Printer Setup Utility, select
the correct printer queue, and then click  Show Info to open the  Printer Info dialog box. In the
pop-up menu, select  Printer Model, and then, in the pop-up menu in which  Generic is selected,
select the correct PPD for the printer.
Use the following procedure to install the Macintosh printer driver:
1. Insert the printer CD into the CD-ROM drive and run the installer.
2. Double-click the CD icon on the desktop
3. Double-click the  Installer icon.
4. Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
5. Print a test page or a page from any software program to make sure that the printer software is
correctly installed.
If installation fails, reinstall the software. If this fails, see the Late-Breaking Information section of the
Install Notes. The Install Notes are located on the printer CD or at the support Web site (see 
How to
contact HP  for the Web address).
Configure the Macintosh printer driver
Use one of the following methods to open the Macintosh printer driver from your computer:
Operating SystemTo change the settings for all
print jobs until the software
program is closedTo change the print job default
settings (for example, turn on
Print on Both Sides by default)To change the configuration
settings (for example, add a
tray or enable/disable Manual
Duplexing)
Macintosh OS X V10
.2.8, V10.3.9, and
V10.4.31.On the  File menu, click
Print .
2. Change the settings that
you want on the various
pop-up menus.1.On the  File menu, click
Print .
2. Change the settings that
you want on the various
pop-up menus.
3. On the  Presets  pop-up
menu, click  Save as and
type a name for the preset.1. Open  Printer Setup Utility
by selecting the hard drive,
clicking  Applications ,
clicking  Utilities , then
double-clicking  Printer
Setup Utility .
2. Click the print queue.
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Operating SystemTo change the settings for all
print jobs until the software
program is closedTo change the print job default
settings (for example, turn on
Print on Both Sides by default)To change the configuration
settings (for example, add a
tray or enable/disable Manual
Duplexing)
These settings are saved in the
Presets menu. To use the new
settings, you must select the
saved preset option every time
you open a program and print. 3.
On the  Printers  menu,
click  Show Info .
4. Click the  Installable
Options  menu.
PostScript Printer Description files (PPDs)
PPDs, in combination with the HP postscript level 3 emulation driver, access the printer features and
allow the computer to communicate with the printer. An installation program for the PPDs is provided
on the HP LaserJet P2015 Series printer CD.
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4 Supported paper and other media
The HP LaserJet P2015 Series printer can use a variety of paper and other print media in accordance
with the guidelines in this user guide. Media that does not meet these guidelines might cause the
following problems:
●Poor print quality
● Increased jams
● Premature wear on the printer, requiring repair
For best results, use only HP brand paper and print media. Hewlett-Packard Company cannot
recommend the use of other brands. Because they are not HP products, HP cannot influence or control
their quality.
It is possible for media to meet all of the guidelines in this user guide and still not produce satisfactory
results. This might be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels,
or other variables over which Hewlett-Packard has no control.
Before you purchase a large quantity of media, test the media and make sure that it meets the
requirements specified in this user guide and in  HP LaserJet printer family media guide. The guidelines
can be downloaded from 
http://www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide/ , or see Order supplies and
accessories for more information about ordering the guidelines.
CAUTION Using media that does not meet Hewlett-Packards specifications might cause
problems for the printer, requiring repair. This repair is not covered by the Hewlett-Packard
warranty or service agreements.
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Optimize print quality for media types
The HP LaserJet P2015 Series printers provide a number of print modes that allow the unit to adapt to
various media. You can change the print modes on the Paper tab in the printer driver, in
HP ToolboxFX, or in the embedded Web server.
NOTE When using the CARDSTOCK, ENVELOPE, LABEL, and ROUGH modes, the printer
pauses between pages and the number of pages per minute decreases.
Table 4-1   Driver print modes
ModeMedia type
PLAIN75 to 104 g/m2 (20 to 27 lb)
LIGHTLess than 75 g/m2 (20 lb)
HEAVY90 to 105 g/m2 (24 to 28 lb)
CARDSTOCKCard stock or thick media
TRANSPARENCY4-mil, 0.1 Monochrome Overhead Transparencies (OHTs)
ENVELOPEStandard HP LaserJet envelopes
LABELStandard HP LaserJet labels
BONDBond paper
ROUGH Rough paper
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Guidelines for using media
You can print on a variety of media, such as paper (including up to 100% recycled-fiber-content paper),
envelopes, labels, transparencies, and custom-size media. The following are the supported media sizes:
●Minimum: 76 by 127 mm (3 x 5 inches)
● Maximum: 216 by 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches)
Properties such as weight, grain, and moisture content are important factors that affect printer
performance and quality. To achieve the best possible print quality, only use high-quality media that is
designed for laser printers.
NOTE Always test a sample of the media before you purchase large quantities.
HP media
HP recommends a variety of media. See the  HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide
(
http://www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide/ ) for a full list.
Media to avoid
Media outside the printer specifications will cause a loss of print quality and increase the occurrence of
jams.
●Do not use paper that is too rough.
● Do not use paper with cutouts or perforations other than standard 3-hole punched paper.
● Do not use multi-part or multi-page forms.
● Do not use paper with a watermark if you are printing solid patterns.
Media that can damage the printer
Avoid media that can damage the printer.
●Do not use media with staples attached.
● Do not use transparencies designed for inkjet printers or other low temperature printers. Use only
transparencies that are specified for use with HP LaserJet printers.
● Do not use photo paper intended for inkjet printers.
● Do not use paper that is embossed or coated and is not designed for the temperatures of the
printers image fuser. Select media that can tolerate temperatures of 200° C (392° F) for 0.1 second.
HP produces a selection of media that is designed for the HP LaserJet P2015 Series printers.
● Do not use letterhead paper with low temperature dyes or thermography. Preprinted forms or
letterhead must use inks that can tolerate temperatures of 200° C (392° F) for 0.1 second.
● Do not use any media that produces hazardous emissions, or that melts, offsets, or discolors when
exposed to 200° C (392° F) for 0.1 second.
To order HP LaserJet printing supplies, go to 
http://www.hp.com/go/ljsupplies/  in the U.S. or to
http://www.hp.com/ghp/buyonline.html/  worldwide.
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Paper
For best results, use conventional 75 g/m2 (20 lb) paper. Make sure that the paper is of good quality
and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, and curled or bent edges.
Labels
Print labels from tray 1 using the straight-through output path. See Print on transparencies or labels
and 
Straight-through output path  for more information.
CAUTIONDo not feed a sheet of labels through the printer more than once. The adhesive
degrades and might damage the printer.
Label construction
When selecting labels, consider the quality of the following components:
● Adhesives
: The adhesive material should be stable at 200° C (392° F), the printers maximum
temperature.
● Arrangement
: Only use labels with no exposed backing between them. Labels can peel off sheets
that have spaces between the labels, causing serious jams.
● Curl
: Prior to printing, labels must lie flat with no more than 13 mm (0.5 in.) of curl in any direction.
● Condition
: Do not use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of separation.
Transparencies
Transparencies must be able to withstand 200° C (392° F), the printers maximum temperature.
Envelopes
Print envelopes from tray 1 using the straight-through paper path. See Print on an envelope  and Straight-
through output path for more information.
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. 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
result.
● Construction
: Prior to printing, envelopes should lie flat with less than 6 mm (0.25 in.) curl and
should not contain air. Envelopes that trap air may cause problems. Do not use envelopes that
contain clasps, snaps, tie strings, transparent windows, holes, perforations, cut outs, synthetic
materials, stamping, or embossing. Do not use envelopes with adhesives that do not require
moistening, but rely instead on pressure to seal them.
● Condition
: Make sure that the envelopes are not wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged. Make
sure that the envelopes do not have any exposed adhesive.
● Sizes
: From 90 x 160 mm (3.5 x 6.3 in.) to 178 x 254 mm (7 x 10 in.).
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