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❑A functional Ethernet network that includes a router, switch, or hub with an Ethernet
port.
❑ CAT-5 Ethernet cable.
Although standard Ethernet cables look similar to standard telephone cables, they
are not interchangeable. There is a different number of wires in each one, and each
has a different connector. An Ethernet cable connector (also called an RJ-45
connector) is wider and thicker and always has 8 contacts on the end. A phone
connector has between 2 and 6 contacts.
❑ A desktop computer or laptop with an Ethernet connection.
NOTE:
The HP All-in-One supports both 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps Ethernet
networks. If you are purchasing, or have purchased, a network interface card
(NIC), make sure it can operate at either speed.
Connect the HP All-in -One to the network
To connect the HP All-in-One to the network, use the Ethernet port on the back of the
device.
To connect the HP All- in-One to the network
1. Remove the yellow plug from the back of the HP All-in-One.
2.Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of the HP All-in-One.
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3.Connect the other end of the Ethernet c able to an available port on your Ethernet
router or switch.
4. Once you have connected th e HP All-in-One to the network, install the software.
Related topics
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Install the software for a network connection” on page 21
Install the software for a network connection
Use this section to install the HP All-in-One software on a computer connected to a
network. Before you install th e software, make sure you have conne cted the HP All-in-
One to a network.
NOTE: If your computer is configured to connect to a series of network drives, make
sure that your computer is currently connected to these drives before installing the
software. Otherwise, HP All-in-One installation software might try to use one of the
reserved drive letters, and you will not be able to access that network drive on your
computer.
NOTE: Installation time can range from 20 to 45 minutes depending on your
operating system,  the amount of available space,  and the processor speed of your
computer.
To install the Windows HP All-in-One software
1. Quit all applications running on your computer, including any virus detection software.
2. Insert the Windows CD that came with the HP All-in-One into the CD-ROM drive on
your computer and follow the onscreen instructions.
3. If a dialog box about firewalls appears, follow the instructions. If you see firewall pop-
up messages, you must always accept or allow the pop-up messages.
4. On the  Connection Type  screen, select Through the network , and then click
Next .
The  Searching  screen appears as the Setup program searches for the HP All-in-One
on the network.
5. On the  Printer Found  screen, verify that the printer description is correct.
If more than one printer is found on the network, the  Printers Found screen appears.
Select the HP All-in-One you want to connect.
6. Follow the prompts to install the software.
When you have finished installing the software, the HP All-in-One is ready for use.
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7.If you disabled any  virus detection software on your  computer, make sure to enable
it again.
8. To test your network connection, go to your computer and print a self-test report to
the HP All-in-One.
Related topics
•“
View and print network settings” on page 23
•“
Print a self-test report” on page 95
Connect to additional computers on a network
You can connect the HP All-in-One to more than one computer on a small network of
computers. If the HP All-in-One is already  connected to a computer on a network, for
each additional computer you must install the HP All-in-One software. Once you have set
up the HP All-in-One on the network you will not need to configure it again when you add
additional computers.
Related topics
“
Install the software for a network connection” on page 21
Change the HP All-in-One from a USB connection to a network connection
If you first install the HP All-in-One with a USB connection, you can later change to an
Ethernet network connection. If you already understand how to connect to a network, you
can use the general directions below.
To change a USB connection to a wired (Ethernet) connection
1. Unplug the USB connection from the back of the HP All-in-One.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the back of the HP All-in-One
to an available Ethernet port on the router or switch.
3. Install the software for a network connection, choose  Add a Device, and then choose
Through the network .
4. When the installation is complete, open  Printers and Faxes (or Printers ) in the
Control Panel  and delete the printers from the previous USB installation.
For more detailed instructions on connecting the HP All-in-One to a network, see:
“
Wired network setup” on page 19
Manage your network settings
You can manage network settings for the HP All-in-One through the HP All-in-One control
panel. Additional advanced settings are available in the Embedded Web Server, a
configuration and status tool you access from your Web browser using an existing
network connection to the HP All-in-One.
This section contains the following topics:
•
Change basic network settings from the control panel
•
Change advanced network settings from the control panel settings
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•Use the Embedded Web Server
•
Network configuration page definitions
Change basic network settings from the control panel
You can perform a variety of network management tasks from the control panel, such as
printing the network settings and restoring network defaults.
This section contains the following topics:
•
View and print network settings
•
Restore network defaults
View and print network settings
You can display a summary of the network settings on the HP All-in-One control panel,
or you can print a more detailed configuration page. The network configuration page lists
all of the important network settings such as the IP address, link speed, DNS, and mDNS.
To view and print the network settings
1. On the control panel of the HP All-in-One, press  Setup.
2. Press 
 until  Network  is highlighted, and then press  OK.
The  Network Menu  appears.
3. Press 
 until  View Networ k Settings is highlighted, and then press  OK.
The  View Network Settings Menu  appears.
4. Do one of the following:
• To display wired netw ork settings, press 
 until Display Wired Summary  is
highlighted, and then press  OK.
This displays a summary of the wired (Ethernet) network settings.
• To print the network configuration page, press 
 until  Print Network
Configuration Page  is highlighted, and then press  OK.
This prints the network configuration page.
Related topics
“
Network configuration page definitions” on page 26
Restore network defaults
You can reset the network settings to what they were when you purchased the HP All-in-
One.
To restore network defaults
1. On the control panel of the HP All-in-One, press  Setup.
2. Press 
 until  Network  is highlighted, and then press  OK.
3. Press 
 until  Restore Network Defaults  is highlighted, and then press  OK.
4. Press  OK to confirm that you want to restore the network defaults.
Change advanced network settings from the control panel settings
The advanced network settings are provided for your convenience. However, unless you
are an advanced user, you should not change any of these settings.
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This section contains the following topics:
•
Set link speed
•
Change IP settings
Set link speed
You can change the speed at which data is transmitted over the network. The default is
Automatic .
To set link speed
1. Press  Setup.
2. Press 
 until  Network  is highlighted, then press  OK.
The  Network Menu  appears.
3. Press 
 until  Advanced Setup  is highlighted, and then press  OK.
Press 
 until  Set Link Speed  is highlighted, and then press  OK.
4. Press 
 to select the link speed that matches your network hardware, and then press
OK  to confirm the setting.
• Automatic
• 10-Full
• 10-Half
• 100-Full
• 100-Half
Change IP settings
The default setting for the IP settings is  Automatic, which sets the IP settings
automatically. However, if you are an advanced user, you might want to manually change
the IP address, subnet mask, or the default gateway. To see the IP address and subnet
mask of the HP All-in-One, print a network configuration page from the HP All-in-One.
NOTE: When manually entering an IP Setting, you must already be connected to an
active Network, otherwise the setting will not stay when you exit from the menu.
CAUTION: Be careful when manually assigning an IP address. If you enter an invalid
IP address during the installation, your network components will not be able to connect
with the HP All-in-One.
To change IP settings
1. Press  Setup.
2. Press 
 until  Network  is highlighted, then press  OK.
The  Network Menu  appears.
3. Press 
 until  Advanced Setup  is highlighted, and then press  OK.
4. Press 
 until  IP Settings  is highlighted, and then press  OK.
If the HP All-in-One is already connected to a wired network, you are prompted to
confirm that you want to change the IP settings. Press  OK.
5. Press 
 until  Manual  is highlighted, and then press  OK.
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6.Press  to highlight one of the following IP settings, and then press  OK.
• IP Address
• Subnet Mask
• Default Gateway
7. Enter your changes, and then press  OK to confirm the setting.
Related topics
•“
View and print network settings” on page 23
•“
Network configuration page definitions” on page 26
Use the Embedded Web Server
If your computer is connected to an HP All-in-One on a network, you can access the
Embedded Web Server that resides in the  HP All-in-One. The Embedded Web Server is
a web-based user interface that provides so me options not available on the HP All-in-
One control panel, including Webscan, a feature that lets you scan photos and documents
from the HP All-in-One to your computer  using a Web browser, and advanced network
security options. Also, the Embedded Web Server enables you to monitor status, change
device preferences, and order printer supplies.
NOTE: Use the Embedded Web Server to change network settings not available on
the control panel.
This section contains the following topics:
•
Access the Embedded Web Server
•
Use the Embedded Web Server to modify network settings
Access the Embedded Web Server
The computer you use to access the Embedded Web Server on the HP All-in-One must
be connected to the same network as the HP All-in-One.
To access the Embedded Web Server
1. Print a network configuration page to find the IP address for the HP All-in-One.
2. In the  Address  box in your Web browser on your computer, type the IP address of
the HP All-in-One, as shown on the network settings page. For example, http://
192.168.1.101.
The Embedded Web Server  Information page appears, showing information for the
HP All-in-One.
NOTE: If you are using a proxy server in your browser, you might need to disable
it to access the Embedded Web Server.
3. If you need to change the language displayed in the Embedded Web Server, do the
following:
a. Click the  Information  tab.
b . Click  Language  in the navigation menu.
c .In the  Language  list, click the appropriate language.
d . Click  Apply.
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4.Click the  Settings tab to access device settings.
5. Make any configuration changes, and then click  Apply.
6. Close the Embedded Web Server.
Related topics
“
View and print network settings” on page 23
Use the Embedded Web Server to modify network settings
The Embedded Web Server gives you an intuitive interface to your network connection
parameters.
To use the Embedded Web Server to modify network settings
1. Print a network configuration page to find the IP address for the HP All-in-One.
2. In the  Address  box in your Web browser on your computer, type the IP address of
the HP All-in-One, as shown on the network settings page. For example, http://
192.168.1.101.
The Embedded Web Server  Information page appears, showing information for the
HP All-in-One.
NOTE: If you are using a proxy server in your browser, you might need to disable
it to access the Embedded Web Server.
3. Click the  Networking  tab.
4. Click  Wired (802.3)  in the navigation menu.
5. Make your changes , and then click Apply.
Related topics
“
View and print network settings” on page 23
Network configuration page definitions
The network configuration page shows the network settings for the HP All-in-One. There
are settings for general information and 802.3 wired (Ethernet).
For information on how to print a network configuration page, see  “
View and print network
settings” on page 23. For additional information on terms used here, see the  “Network
glossary” on page 29.
This section contains the following topics:
•
General network settings
•
Wired (802.3) network settings
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General network settings
The following table describes the general network settings shown on the network
configuration page.
ParameterDescription
Network StatusStatus of the HP All-in-One:
•Ready: The HP All-in-One is ready  to receive or transmit data.
•Offline: The HP All-in-One is not currently connected to the network.
Active connection
typeNetwork mode of the HP All-in-One:
•Wired: The HP All-in-One is connected by Ethernet cable to an IEEE
802.3 network.
•None : There is no network connection.
URLThe IP address of the Embedded Web Server.
NOTE: You will need to know this URL when you try to access the
Embedded Web Server.
Firmware
RevisionThe internal networking component  and device firmware revision code.
NOTE: If you call HP support, depending  on the problem, you might be
asked to provide the firmware revision code.
HostnameThe TCP/IP name assigned by the inst allation software to the device. By
default, this is the letters HP followed by  the last 6 digits of the Media Access
Control (MAC) address.
Admin PasswordStatus of the administrators password for the Embedded Web Server:
•Set : Password is specified. You mu st enter the password to make
changes to the Embedded Web Server parameters.
•Not Set : No password is set. A password is not required for making
changes to the Embedded Web Server parameters.
mDNSSome local and ad hoc networks do not use central DNS servers. They use
a DNS alternative called mDNS.
With mDNS, your computer can find  and use any HP All-in-One connected
to your local area network. It can also work with any other Ethernet-enabled
device that appears on the network.
Wired (802.3) network settings
The following table describes the 802.3 wired network settings shown on the network
configuration page.
ParameterDescription
Hardware
Address (MAC)The Media Access Control (MAC) address  that identifies the HP All-in-One.
This is a unique 12-digit identifica tion number assigned to networking
hardware for identification, including  routers, switches, and other such
devices. No two pieces of hard ware have the same MAC address.
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ParameterDescription
NOTE:Some Internet service providers (ISPs) require that you register the
MAC address of the Network Card or LAN Adapter that was connected to
your cable or DSL modem during installation.
IP AddressThis address uniquely identifies the devic e on the network. IP addresses are
assigned dynamically through DHCP or Au toIP. You can also set up a static
IP address, though this is not recommended.
CAUTION: Be careful when manually assigning an IP address. An invalid
IP address during installation will pr event your network components from
seeing the HP All-in-One.
Subnet MaskA subnet is an IP address assigned by the installation software to make an
additional network available as part of  a larger network. Subnets are specified
by a subnet mask. This mask determ ines which of the HP All-in-One IP
address bits identify the network and  subnet, and which bits identify the device
itself.
NOTE: It is recommended that the HP All-in-One and the computers that
use it all reside on the same subnet.
Default GatewayA node on a network that serves as an entrance to another network. A node
in this instance can be a computer or some other device.
NOTE: The address of the default gateway is assigned by the installation
software, unless you have alread y set a manual IP address.
Configuration
SourceThe protocol used to assign the IP address to the HP All-in-One:
•AutoIP: The installation software automatically determines the
configuration parameters.
•DHCP : The configuration parameters are supplied by a dynamic host
configuration protocol (DHCP) serv er on the network. On small networks,
this could be a router.
•Manual : The configuration parameters are set manually, such as a static
IP address.
•Not Specified : The mode used when the HP All-in-One is initializing.
DNS serverThe IP address of the domain name service (DNS) for the network. When you
use the web or send an e-mail message, you use a domain name to do it. For
example, the URL http://www.hp.com contains the domain name hp.com. The
DNS on the Internet translates the domain name into an IP address. Devices
use the IP addresses to refer to one another.
•IP Address: The IP address of the domain name server.
•Not Specified : The IP address is not specified,  or the device is initializing.
NOTE: Check to see if a DNS IP address appears on the network
configuration page. If no address is shown, obtain the DNS IP address from
your Internet service provider (ISP).
Link
ConfigurationThe speed at which data is transmitted  over a network. Speeds include 10TX-
Full , 10TX-Half , 100TX-Full , and 100TX-Half . When set to  None, networking
is disabled.
Total Packets
transmittedThe number of packets transmitted by t he HP All-in-One without error since
it has been turned on. The counter clears after the HP All-in-One is turned
off. When a message is transmitted over a packet-switching network, it is
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ParameterDescription
broken up into packets. Each packet contains the destination address as well
as the data.
Total Packets
receivedThe number of packets received by the HP All-in-One without error since it
has been turned on. The counter clears a fter the HP All-in-One is turned off.
Network glossary
access pointA network router that has wireless capability.
ASCIIAmerican Standard Code for Information Interchange. The standard for
numbers used by computers to represent all the uppercase and lowercase
Latin letters, numbers, punctuation, etc.
AutoIPA feature of the installation software, which determines the configuration
parameters of devices on the network.
DHCPDynamic Host Configuration Protocol.  A server on the network that supplies
configuration parameters to devices on  the network. On small networks, this
could be a router.
DNSDomain Name Service. When you use the Web or send an e-mail message,
you use a domain name to do it. For example, the URL http://www.hp.com
contains the domain name hp.com. The DNS on the Internet translates the
domain name into an IP address. Devices use the IP addresses to refer to
one another.
DNS-SDSee DNS. The SD portion stands for Se rvice Discovery. This is part of a
protocol developed by Apple that enables  automatic discovery of computers,
devices, and services on IP networks.
DSLDigital Subscriber Line. A high-speed connection to the Internet.
EthernetThe most common local network technology that connects computers using
copper cabling.
Ethernet cableThe cable used to connect network elem ents in a wired network. The CAT-5
Ethernet cable is also known as a  straight-through cable. When using an
Ethernet cable, the network elements must be attached to a router. An
Ethernet cable uses an RJ-45 connector.
EWSEmbedded Web Server. A browser-based utility that provides a simple way
to manage the HP All-in-One. You can monitor status, configure HP All-in-
One networking parameters, or access HP All-in-One features.
GatewayA computer or other device, such as  a router, that serves as an entrance to
the Internet or another network.
HEXHexadecimal. The base 16 numbering system , which uses the digits 0-9 plus
the letters A-F.
host computerThe computer at the center of a network.
HostnameThe TCP/IP name assigned by the installation software to the device. By
default, this is the letters HP followed  by the last 6 digits of the Media Access
Control (MAC) address.
hubNo longer commonly used in modern home networks, a hub takes its signal
from each computer and sends it to all of the other computers connected to
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