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... 1 HP Deskjet Ink Advantage 3540 e-All-in-One series Help 1 2 Get to know the HP Deskjet 3540 series ...3 Printer parts ...4 Control panel and status lights ...5 Wireless settings ...7 Auto-Off ...8 3 Print ...9 HP ePrint ...10 Print documents ...12 Print photos ...14 Print Quick Forms ...15 Print envelopes ...16 Print with HP wireless direct...the maximum dpi ...19 Tips for print success ...20 4 Paper basics ...23 Recommended papers for printing ...24 Load media ...26 Order HP Paper Supplies ...31 5 Copy and scan ...33 Copy documents ...34 Scan to a computer ...36 Tips for copy success ...38 ...
... 1 HP Deskjet Ink Advantage 3540 e-All-in-One series Help 1 2 Get to know the HP Deskjet 3540 series ...3 Printer parts ...4 Control panel and status lights ...5 Wireless settings ...7 Auto-Off ...8 3 Print ...9 HP ePrint ...10 Print documents ...12 Print photos ...14 Print Quick Forms ...15 Print envelopes ...16 Print with HP wireless direct...the maximum dpi ...19 Tips for print success ...20 4 Paper basics ...23 Recommended papers for printing ...24 Load media ...26 Order HP Paper Supplies ...31 5 Copy and scan ...33 Copy documents ...34 Scan to a computer ...36 Tips for copy success ...38 ...
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... Unable to print ...70 Clear the print carriage ...74 Prepare paper trays ...75 Resolve copy and scan issues ...76 Printer failure ...77 Resolve ink cartridge problem ...78 Ink cartridge problem ...80 Older generation cartridges ...81 Networking ...82 HP support ...83 Appendix A Technical information ...85 Hewlett-Packard Company notices ...86 Anonymous usage information storage 87 Specifications ...88 Environmental...
... Unable to print ...70 Clear the print carriage ...74 Prepare paper trays ...75 Resolve copy and scan issues ...76 Printer failure ...77 Resolve ink cartridge problem ...78 Ink cartridge problem ...80 Older generation cartridges ...81 Networking ...82 HP support ...83 Appendix A Technical information ...85 Hewlett-Packard Company notices ...86 Anonymous usage information storage 87 Specifications ...88 Environmental...
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1 HP Deskjet Ink Advantage 3540 e-All-inOne series Help Learn how to use your HP Deskjet 3540 series ● Printer parts on page 4 ● Control panel and status lights on page 5 ● Load media on page 26 ● Print on page 9 ● Copy documents on page 34 ● Scan to a computer on page 36 ● Replace the cartridges on page 45 ● Clear a paper jam on page 66 ● Check the estimated ink levels on page 42 ENWW 1
1 HP Deskjet Ink Advantage 3540 e-All-inOne series Help Learn how to use your HP Deskjet 3540 series ● Printer parts on page 4 ● Control panel and status lights on page 5 ● Load media on page 26 ● Print on page 9 ● Copy documents on page 34 ● Scan to a computer on page 36 ● Replace the cartridges on page 45 ● Clear a paper jam on page 66 ● Check the estimated ink levels on page 42 ENWW 1
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Printer parts ● Front and top views of the HP Deskjet 3540 series 1 Lid 2 Lid-backing 3 Scanner glass 4 Cartridge access door 5 Cleanout 6 Cartridge access area 7 Printer display 8 Control panel 9 Paper tray 10 Paper tray extender (also referred to as the tray extender) 11 Paper-width guides ● Rear view of the HP Deskjet 3540 series 12 Power connection 13 USB port 4 Chapter 2 Get to know the HP Deskjet 3540 series ENWW
Printer parts ● Front and top views of the HP Deskjet 3540 series 1 Lid 2 Lid-backing 3 Scanner glass 4 Cartridge access door 5 Cleanout 6 Cartridge access area 7 Printer display 8 Control panel 9 Paper tray 10 Paper tray extender (also referred to as the tray extender) 11 Paper-width guides ● Rear view of the HP Deskjet 3540 series 12 Power connection 13 USB port 4 Chapter 2 Get to know the HP Deskjet 3540 series ENWW
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... HP cartridges should be functioning properly with sufficient ink, the paper should be loaded correctly, and the printer should be the same size and type to avoid a paper jam. ● Load paper with the printer's name. ◦ Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series...
... HP cartridges should be functioning properly with sufficient ink, the paper should be loaded correctly, and the printer should be the same size and type to avoid a paper jam. ● Load paper with the printer's name. ◦ Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series...
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... you believe you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to : www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit ● Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for print success 21 Product service or repairs required as a result of non-HP supplies. Notes ● Original HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers and papers to copying or...
... you believe you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to : www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit ● Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for print success 21 Product service or repairs required as a result of non-HP supplies. Notes ● Original HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers and papers to copying or...
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... Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 3540 series. 2. NOTE: If you might be inaccurate or unavailable. To check the ink levels from the printer software 1. NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for printing, and in the cartridges. To check the ink levels from the printer control panel ● From the Home...
... Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 3540 series. 2. NOTE: If you might be inaccurate or unavailable. To check the ink levels from the printer software 1. NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for printing, and in the cartridges. To check the ink levels from the printer control panel ● From the Home...
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... the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 3540 series. 2. ENWW Order ink supplies 43 Order ink supplies Before ordering cartridges, locate the correct cartridge number. In the printer software, click Shop, and then click Shop For Supplies Online. Locate the cartridge number in your operating system, do one of the...
... the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 3540 series. 2. ENWW Order ink supplies 43 Order ink supplies Before ordering cartridges, locate the correct cartridge number. In the printer software, click Shop, and then click Shop For Supplies Online. Locate the cartridge number in your operating system, do one of the...
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Original HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with cartridges ENWW Choose right ink cartridges HP recommends that you easily produce great results, time after time. 44 Chapter 6 Work with HP printers to help you use original HP ink cartridges.
Original HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with cartridges ENWW Choose right ink cartridges HP recommends that you easily produce great results, time after time. 44 Chapter 6 Work with HP printers to help you use original HP ink cartridges.
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a. b. a. Lift up the cartridge tab, and then remove it from packaging. ENWW Replace the cartridges 45 Wait for print carriage to move to the right side of the printer. Load paper. 3. Open the cartridge access door. Remove cartridge from the slot. 4. Insert new cartridge. Remove cartridge. Check that power is on. 2. Replace the cartridges To replace the cartridges 1.
a. b. a. Lift up the cartridge tab, and then remove it from packaging. ENWW Replace the cartridges 45 Wait for print carriage to move to the right side of the printer. Load paper. 3. Open the cartridge access door. Remove cartridge from the slot. 4. Insert new cartridge. Remove cartridge. Check that power is on. 2. Replace the cartridges To replace the cartridges 1.
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c. Close the cartridge access door. 5. For more information about the printer alignment, see Improve print quality on page 62. 46 Chapter 6 Work with cartridges ENWW b. Place new cartridge in slot at an angle under the opened tab, and then squeeze the tab closed as the cartridge slides into place. Align the cartridges. d. Remove plastic tape using pink pull tab.
c. Close the cartridge access door. 5. For more information about the printer alignment, see Improve print quality on page 62. 46 Chapter 6 Work with cartridges ENWW b. Place new cartridge in slot at an angle under the opened tab, and then squeeze the tab closed as the cartridge slides into place. Align the cartridges. d. Remove plastic tape using pink pull tab.
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... printer display. NOTE: When the HP Deskjet 3540 series operates in the printer, verify that the ink cartridge is removed from each ink cartridge. Use single-cartridge mode Use the single-cartridge mode to exit singlecartridge mode. Exit single-cartridge mode ● Install both the black and tri-color cartridges in the HP Deskjet 3540 series to operate the HP Deskjet 3540 series with only one ink cartridge. ENWW Use single-cartridge...
... printer display. NOTE: When the HP Deskjet 3540 series operates in the printer, verify that the ink cartridge is removed from each ink cartridge. Use single-cartridge mode Use the single-cartridge mode to exit singlecartridge mode. Exit single-cartridge mode ● Install both the black and tri-color cartridges in the HP Deskjet 3540 series to operate the HP Deskjet 3540 series with only one ink cartridge. ENWW Use single-cartridge...
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... been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered with cartridges ENWW This warranty does not cover HP ink cartridges that came with the printer. 48 Chapter 6 Work with . During the warranty period the cartridge is covered as long as the HP ink is used in YYYY/MM/DD format, may be found... on the cartridge as indicated: For a copy of warranty date ...
... been refilled, remanufactured, refurbished, misused, or tampered with cartridges ENWW This warranty does not cover HP ink cartridges that came with the printer. 48 Chapter 6 Work with . During the warranty period the cartridge is covered as long as the HP ink is used in YYYY/MM/DD format, may be found... on the cartridge as indicated: For a copy of warranty date ...
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...replace it again as soon as possible. Match the color and icon of the printer, if unprotected, cartridges begin to replace the cartridges until you remove a cartridge from drying out, always turn the printer off using the On button, and wait until the On button light goes ... on page 45 for best print quality. See Replace the cartridges on the cartridges reduces ink evaporation. ● Insert the cartridges into place. ● Align the printer for more information. ● When the Estimated Ink Levels screen shows one or both cartridges in a low state, consider getting replacement...
...replace it again as soon as possible. Match the color and icon of the printer, if unprotected, cartridges begin to replace the cartridges until you remove a cartridge from drying out, always turn the printer off using the On button, and wait until the On button light goes ... on page 45 for best print quality. See Replace the cartridges on the cartridges reduces ink evaporation. ● Insert the cartridges into place. ● Align the printer for more information. ● When the Estimated Ink Levels screen shows one or both cartridges in a low state, consider getting replacement...
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8 Solve a problem This section contains the following topics: ● Improve print quality ● Clear a paper jam ● Unable to print ● Clear the print carriage ● Prepare paper trays ● Resolve copy and scan issues ● Printer failure ● Resolve ink cartridge problem ● Ink cartridge problem ● Older generation cartridges ● Networking ● HP support ENWW 61
8 Solve a problem This section contains the following topics: ● Improve print quality ● Clear a paper jam ● Unable to print ● Clear the print carriage ● Prepare paper trays ● Resolve copy and scan issues ● Printer failure ● Resolve ink cartridge problem ● Ink cartridge problem ● Older generation cartridges ● Networking ● HP support ENWW 61
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... alignment values for that ink cartridge, so you install a new cartridge. Depending on the app bar, and then click the icon with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 3540 series. In the printer software, click Print & Scan...
... alignment values for that ink cartridge, so you install a new cartridge. Depending on the app bar, and then click the icon with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 3540 series. In the printer software, click Print & Scan...
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... All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 3540 series. Depending on your operating system, do not see the Home screen, press the Home button. b. Recycle or discard the cartridge alignment sheet. Follow the on ink. To print a diagnostics page from the printer display a. c. To align the cartridges from the printer software a. In the printer software, click...
... All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 3540 series. Depending on your operating system, do not see the Home screen, press the Home button. b. Recycle or discard the cartridge alignment sheet. Follow the on ink. To print a diagnostics page from the printer display a. c. To align the cartridges from the printer software a. In the printer software, click...
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...the printer display, select Tools. Clean the ink cartridges automatically, if the diagnostic page shows steaks or missing portions of the boxes, then automatically clean the cartridges. If you do not see the Home screen, press the Home button. b. To print a diagnostics page from the printer display...diagnostics page. Follow the onscreen instructions. 6. Click Print Diagnostic Information on the printer display, select Print Quality Report. NOTE: If you are seeing streaks in the color and black boxes, or no ink in portions of the color and black boxes. 64 Chapter 8 Solve a ...
...the printer display, select Tools. Clean the ink cartridges automatically, if the diagnostic page shows steaks or missing portions of the boxes, then automatically clean the cartridges. If you do not see the Home screen, press the Home button. b. To print a diagnostics page from the printer display...diagnostics page. Follow the onscreen instructions. 6. Click Print Diagnostic Information on the printer display, select Print Quality Report. NOTE: If you are seeing streaks in the color and black boxes, or no ink in portions of the color and black boxes. 64 Chapter 8 Solve a ...
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... clean the cartridges from the printer display a. Click Clean Ink Cartridges on the printer display, select Tools. Follow the on the app bar, and then click the icon with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 3540 series. In...
... clean the cartridges from the printer display a. Click Clean Ink Cartridges on the printer display, select Tools. Follow the on the app bar, and then click the icon with the printer's name. ● Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click HP Deskjet 3540 series, and then click HP Deskjet 3540 series. In...
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Remove the jammed paper from print zone 1. Close the cartridge access door. 6. To clear a paper jam from inside the printer. 68 Chapter 8 Solve a problem ENWW Place the cleanout back. 5. Open the cartridge access door. 2. Clear a paper jam from the print zone. Press the OK button on the control panel to continue the current job. 4.
Remove the jammed paper from print zone 1. Close the cartridge access door. 6. To clear a paper jam from inside the printer. 68 Chapter 8 Solve a problem ENWW Place the cleanout back. 5. Open the cartridge access door. 2. Clear a paper jam from the print zone. Press the OK button on the control panel to continue the current job. 4.