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							●Messages that appear when the situation occurs
●Answers to these questions:
– Has this situation happened before?
– Can you re-create it?
– Did you add any new hardware or software to your computer at about the time
that this situation began?
– Did anything else occur prior to this situation (such as a thunderstorm, device
was moved, etc.)?
After the phone support period
After the phone support period, help is available from HP at an additional cost. Help may
also be available at the HP online support Web site: www.hp.com/support. Contact your
HP dealer or call the support phone number for your country/region to learn more about
support options.
Additional warranty options
Extended service plans are available for the printer at additional costs. Go to
www.hp.com/support, select your country/region and language, then explore the
services and warranty area for information about the extended service plans.
Chapter 6
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							ANetworking
The instructions in this section describe how to install the printer in an ethernet (wired) network. A
wired setup allows the printer to communicate with computers through a router, hub, or switch.
Broadband Internet access is required in order to take full advantage of the printer feature set.
NoteFor USB installation, see the Quick Start guide that came in the box.
Before proceeding with this section, make sure that you have already set up your wired network.
See the documentation that came with your network hardware. Also make sure you have set up the
printer as described in the setup instructions that came in the box.
●Networking basics (Windows and Mac)
●Connect the printer to the network
●Install the printer software on a Windows computer
●Install the printer software on a Mac
●Use the embedded web server
●Print a network settings page
Networking basics (Windows and Mac)
Networking lets networked devices, such as computers and printers, communicate with each other.
A wired or ethernet network is the most common type of network in offices and in homes.
The network adapter in the printer itself supports both 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps ethernet networks.
To connect the printer to a network, you need a CAT-5 ethernet cable equipped with a RJ-45 plug.
This is not the same as a USB cable. You must purchase the ethernet cable separately. It is not
included with the printer.
CautionAlthough the RJ-45 plug of a CAT-5 cable resembles a common phone plug, it
is not the same. Never use a regular phone wire to connect the printer to an ethernet
network. You can damage the printer and other network devices by doing so.
The following illustration shows an example of the printer networked with several computers through
a network hub, switch, or router. A cable or DSL modem links the hub and all the networked devices
to broadband Internet access.
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							1Cable or DSL modem connecting the networked devices to broadband Internet access
2A network access point (hub, switch, or router) into which all the devices are connected through ethernet
cables
Networked devices connect to each other through a central device. The most common types include:
●Hubs: Simple, inexpensive network devices that let several computers communicate with each
other or share a common printer. Hubs are passive. They only provide a way for communication
to flow between other devices.
●Switches: Switches are similar to hubs, but can examine the information sent between devices
and forward the information only to the proper device. Switches can lessen bandwidth usage
on a network and help keep it running more efficiently.
●Routers: Routers or gateways connect both devices and networks. A common use is to
connect several home computers on a network to the Internet. Routers often include a built-in
firewall that can help protect a home network from unauthorized access.
NoteFor specific information about setting up and configuring the hardware on your
network, see the documentation that came with the hardware.
Internet connection
If your network is connected to the Internet through a router or gateway, HP recommends that you
use a router or gateway that supports Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). A gateway
with DHCP support manages a pool of reserved IP addresses that it assigns dynamically as needed.
See the documentation that came with the router or gateway.
Recommended network configurations
The following network configurations support the printer. Determine the type of network
configuration you have, and then see Connect the printer to the network and Install the printer
software on a Windows computer or Install the printer software on a Mac for instructions on
connecting your printer to the network and then installing the software.
Ethernet network without Internet access
The computers and printer communicate with each other, forming a simple network, through a hub.
None of the networked devices has access to the Internet. Appendix A
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							Ethernet network with Internet access by dial-up modem
The computers and printer communicate with each other, forming a simple network, through a hub.
One of the computers has access to the Internet through a modem and dial-up account. None of
the other networked devices, including the printer, has direct access to the Internet.
Ethernet network with broadband Internet access provided by a router
The printer is connected to a router that acts as a gateway between the user network and the
Internet. This is the ideal network configuration.
Connect the printer to the network
To connect the printer to a wired network, you need the following:
●A network access point such as a hub, router, or switch with an open port
●A CAT-5 ethernet cable with RJ-45 plug
Note 1You should not connect the printer directly to a computer using an ethernet cable.
Peer-to-peer networking is not supported.
Note 2After you connect the printer to the network as described in this section, you must
install the printer software. See Install the printer software on a Windows computer or Install
the printer software on a Mac.
To connect the printer to the network
1. If there is a plastic protective cap in the ethernet port on the back of the printer, remove it.
2. Connect the ethernet cable to the back of the printer.
3. Connect the ethernet cable to an empty port on the hub, router, or switch.
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							After you finish connecting the printer to the network, install the printer software. You cannot print
from a computer until you do the software installation.
●Install the printer software on a Windows computer
●Install the printer software on a Mac
Install the printer software on a Windows computer
NoteSet up the printer as indicated in the Quick Start guide that came in the box.
Installation takes approximately 20 minutes, but time can vary based on the amount of available
hard drive space and the processor speed of the computer. Make sure you have already connected
the printer to the network with an ethernet cable before you begin the installation.
NoteThe printer software must be installed as described in this section on every
networked computer from which you want to print to the HP Photosmart Pro B9100 series
printer. After the installation, printing is just like printing through a USB connection.
TipDo not use the Windows Add Printer control panel utility to install the printer software.
You must use the HP installer to install the printer on a network properly.
To install the printer software
1. Print a network configuration page. You might need the information included in this report if
the installer cannot detect the printer. See Print a network settings page.
2. Insert the HP Photosmart printer software CD into the computer CD-ROM drive.
3. Click Next and follow the instructions provided by the installer to check and prepare the system,
and install drivers, plug-ins, and software. This takes several minutes.
4. At the Connection Type screen, select Through the network, and then click Next.
The Searching screen displayed as the Setup program searches for the printer on the network.
If the Printer Found screen is displayed, do this:
a. Verify that the printer description is correct. (Use the configuration page to verify the
printer name and hardware address. See Print a network settings page.)
b. If the printer description is correct, select Yes, install this printer, and then click Next.
If more than one printer is found on the network, select HP Photosmart Pro B9100
series as the device to configure and install, and then click Next. If you have more than
one printer on your network, use the Hardware Address (MAC) item listed in the network
configuration page to identify the specific HP Photosmart Pro B9100 series printer that
you want to install.
If the Check Cable Connection screen is displayed, do this:
a. Follow the onscreen instructions, select Specify a printer by address, and then click
Next.
b. On the Specify Printer screen, enter the Hardware Address (MAC) number listed in the
network configuration page in the Hardware Address (MAC) box.
Example: 02bad065cb97
MAC stands for Media Access Control, a hardware address that identifies the printer on
the network.
c. Enter the IP Address listed in the network configuration page in the IP Address box, and
then click Next.
Example: 169.254.203.151
d. When the Printer Found screen is displayed, select Yes, install this printer, and then
click Next. Appendix A
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							e. In the Confirm Settings screen, click Next.
f. Follow the onscreen instructions.
5. When prompted, click Finish to exit the installation.
Install the printer software on a Mac
NoteSet up the printer as indicated in the Quick Start guide that came in the box.
Installation time can take 3-4 minutes depending on your operating system, the amount of available
hard drive space, and the processor speed of the Mac. Make sure you have already connected the
printer to the network with an ethernet cable before you begin the installation. If you have already
installed this printer on a USB connection, you do not have to follow these instructions to do a
network installation. Instead, see To change a USB-connected printer to a network connection.
Note 1The printer software must be installed as described in this section on every
networked computer from which you want to print to the HP Photosmart Pro B9100 series
printer. After the installation, printing is just like printing to a printer connected by a USB
cable.
Note 2For Mac OS X 10.2.8 systems: Download the Mac OS X 10.2.8 printer driver
from www.hp.com/support, and follow the onscreen installation instructions.
To install the printer software on Mac OS X 1.3, 10.4, or later
1. Insert the HP Photosmart printer software CD into the Mac CD-ROM drive.
2. Double-click the CD icon on the desktop.
3. Double-click the HP Photosmart Installer icon.
4. Enter the name and password used to administer your Mac, and then click OK.
5. Select your language, and then select HP Photosmart Pro B9100 series as the device. Follow
the onscreen instructions.
6. When the HP Photosmart Installer window is displayed, choose Easy Install or Custom
Install, and then click Install.
7. Click Continue to run the HP Setup Assistant.
8. When the HP Setup Assistant is displayed, click Next.
9. Highlight the HP Photosmart Pro B9100 series printer, and then click Next. If the printer is
not listed in the window, make sure that the printer is on and the network cable is connected
to the printer.
10. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your printer using the Printer Setup Utility.
11. Click Next.
12. When the Congratulations page is displayed, click Finish.
To change a USB-connected printer to a network connection
1. Connect the printer to the network. See Connect the printer to the network.
2. Print a network configuration page and locate the IP Address entry.
3. Open a web browser and enter the IP Address to access the embedded web server in the
printer. For more information on the embedded web server, see Use the embedded web server.
4. Click the Networking tab.
5. Click mDNS in the Applications area on the left.
6. Type a unique name (63 characters or less) in the mDNS Service Name box.
7. Click Apply.
8. Select the printer in the Print dialog box. If the printer does not appear in the list, select Edit
Printer List to add the printer.
9. In the Printer List window, click Add.
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							10. Select Rendezvous or Bonjour from the pull-down menu.
11. Select the printer from the list, and then click Add.
Use the embedded web server
The embedded web server in the printer provides a simple way to manage the networked printer.
Using any web browser from either a Windows or Mac computer, you can communicate with the
printer over the network to:
●Check printer status and estimated ink levels
●View network statistics
●Adjust the printer network configuration by specifying a proxy server, setting a DNS name, or
manually entering an IP address
●Restrict access to configuration pages
●Order supplies
●Go to the HP Web site for support
To open the embedded web server home page
1. Print a network configuration page. See Print a network settings page.
2. Enter the printer IP address indicated on the network configuration page into the address box
of your browser.
Example IP address: 10.0.0.81
The home page for the embedded web server is displayed.
For information about network terms and the embedded web server that is not covered in this guide,
view the embedded web server help.
To open help for the embedded web server
1. Go to the embedded web server home page. See To open the embedded web server home
page.
2. Click Help in the Other Links area of the home page.
Print a network settings page
You can print a network settings page from the printer without even being connected to a computer.
The network settings page provides useful information regarding the printer IP address, network
statistics, and other network settings. You can also display a summary of select network settings
on the printer itself.
To print a network settings page
1. Press Menu on the printer.
2.
Press 
 until Network settings is displayed, and then press OK.
3.
Press 
 until Print network settings page is displayed, and then press OK. Appendix A
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							BSpecifications
This section lists the minimum system requirements for installing the HP Photosmart printer
software, and provides selected printer specifications.
System requirements
ComponentWindowsMac
Operating systemMicrosoft® Windows 2000
Professional, XP Home,
XP Professional, or
XP Professional x64 Edition
Notex64 systems
can be connected
directly to the printer
via USB only;
networking with x64
systems is not
supported.Mac OS X 10.2.8, 10.3, 10.4,
or later
NoteThe printer
driver for
Mac OS X 10.2.8
systems must be
downloaded from
www.hp.com/support.
ProcessorMinimum: Intel® Pentium II
233 MHz (or equivalent), or
higher
Recommended: Intel
®
Pentium 4 (or equivalent), or
higher
Minimum: PowerPC with G3,
G4, G5, or Intel® Core
processor
Recommended: PowerPC
with G5 2 GHz or Intel
® Core
Duo processor
RAMMinimum: 256 MB
Recommended: 1 GBMinimum: 256 MB
Recommended: 512 MB
Free disk spaceMinimum: 200 MB
Recommended: 450 MBMinimum: 500 MB
Video displayMinimum: SVGA monitor
(800 x 600, 16-bit color)
Recommended: SVGA
monitor (1024 x 768, 32-bit
color)Minimum: SVGA monitor
(800 x 600, 16-bit color)
Recommended: SVGA
monitor (1024 x 768, 32-bit
color)
CD-ROM driveRequiredRequired
BrowserMicrosoft Internet Explorer
5.01 with SP2 or later—
USBUSB port (Cable not included)USB port (Cable not included)
NetworkingEthernet port (Cable not
included)Ethernet port (Cable not
included)
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							Printer specifications
CategorySpecifications
ConnectivityUSB 2.0 High speed
Ethernet 802.3
DimensionsWeight: 17.1 kg (37.7 lbs)
Height: 235 mm (9.2 inches)
Width: 675 mm (26.6 inches)
Depth: 430 mm (16.9 inches)
Environmental specificationsRecommended during operation: 15–35° C (59–95° F),
20–80% RH
Maximum during operation: 5–40° C (41–104° F), 5–
95% RH
Storage temperature range: -30–65° C (–22–149° F)
Ink cartridgesHP 38 Photo Black (PK) Pigment ink cartridge
HP 38 Light Gray (LG) Pigment ink cartridge
HP 38 Matte Black (MK) Pigment ink cartridge
HP 38 Cyan (C) Pigment ink cartridge
HP 38 Magenta (M) Pigment ink cartridge
HP 38 Yellow (Y) Pigment ink cartridge
HP 38 Light Magenta (LM) Pigment ink cartridge
HP 38 Light Cyan (LC) Pigment ink cartridge
MarginsPrinting on rigid media: Top/Bottom 14 mm (0.55 inches);
Left/Right 3 mm (0.12 inches)
Borderless printing on all other media: Top/Bottom/Left/
Right 0.0 mm (0.0 inches)
Media specificationsMaximum length: 483 mm (19 inches)
Maximum width: 330 mm (13 inches)
Maximum weight for main tray: 220 gsm, non-rigid media
Maximum thickness for specialty media tray: 1.5 mm,
one sheet at a time
Media sizesSupported sizes
7.6 x 12.7 cm to 33 x 48.3 cm (3 x 5 inches to
13 x 19 inches), including:
Metric: 10 x 15 cm (with or without tab), Panorama
10 x 30, 13 x 18 cm, A3, A4, A5, A6, B4, B5, E
Imperial: Index card 3 x 5 inches, Index card 4 x 6 inches,
Index card 5 x 8 inches, 3.5 x 5 inches, 4 x 6 inches (with
or without tab), Panorama 4 x 10 inches, Panorama
4 x 11 inches, Panorama 4 x 12 inches, 5 x 7 inches,
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							CategorySpecifications
8 x 10 inches, 11 x 14 inches, 11 x 17 inches,
12 x 12 inches, 13 x 19 inches
U.S.: Letter, Legal, Executive, Tabloid
Japan: L, 2L, Hagaki, Ofuku Hagaki
Envelopes: Envelope No. 10, A2 envelope, C6 envelope,
DL envelope
Media typesPaper (photo, plain, inkjet, and specialty media)
Envelopes
Transparencies
Labels
Cards (index, greeting, Hagaki, A6, L-size)
Iron-on transfers
Network supportMicrosoft Windows 2000 Professional, XP Home, and
XP Professional
Mac OS X 10.2.8, 10.3, 10.4, or later
Paper trays and supported paper
sizesMain tray
7.6 x 12.7 cm to 33 x 48.3 cm (3 x 5 inches to
13 x 19 inches)
Specialty media tray
7.6 x 12.7 cm to 33 x 48.3 cm (3 x 5 inches to
13 x 19 inches)
Output tray
All supported sizes
Paper tray capacityMain tray
200 sheets of plain paper
60 sheets of photo paper
50 envelopes
20–40 cards (depending on thickness)
30 sheets of labels
Specialty media tray
1 sheet of any media up to 1.5 mm thick
Output tray
50 sheets of plain paper
20 sheets of photo paper
10 cards or envelopes
Power consumptionPrinting: 65 W peak, 22 W average
Idle: 9.8 W average
Off: 0.4 W average
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