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HP 5100

HP 5100
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HP 5100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyLaser
ConnectivityParallel, USB
Duplex PrintingManual
Print Resolution1200 x 1200 dpi
Paper Handling100-sheet multipurpose tray
Media Sizes SupportedLetter, legal, executive

Summary

1 Printer Basics

Printer Features and Benefits

Outlines the key capabilities and advantages of the HP LaserJet 5100 series printer.

Printer Information

Details the three available configurations of the HP LaserJet 5100 series printers.

Printer Parts and Locations

Identifies and illustrates the main components and their positions on the printer.

Control Panel Layout

Explains the layout of the printer's control panel, including display and buttons.

Printer Software

Describes the software included on the compact disc for printer operation and features.

Printer Drivers

Lists the printer drivers included and how to select the appropriate one.

2 Printing Tasks

Selecting the Output Bin

Explains how to choose between the top and rear output bins for printed documents.

Loading Tray 1

Provides instructions for loading paper and other media into Tray 1.

Loading Tray 2

Details the procedure for loading paper into Tray 2 or an optional 250-sheet tray.

Printing Both Sides of Paper (Optional Duplexer)

Explains how to use the optional duplexer for automatic two-sided printing.

Printing Special Paper

Guides on printing various special papers like letterhead, envelopes, and labels.

Advanced Printing Tasks

Covers advanced features like job retention, watermarks, and custom print settings.

Job Retention

Details features for saving and managing print jobs like Quick Copy, Proof and Hold.

3 Printer Maintenance

Performing Routine Maintenance

Explains how to perform routine printer maintenance using a kit.

Managing the Print Cartridge

Covers HP's policy on non-HP cartridges, storage, and life expectancy.

Continue Printing When Toner is Low

Describes how to manage printing when the toner level is low.

Cleaning the Printer

Provides instructions for cleaning the printer's exterior and interior components.

Using the Printer Cleaning Page

Explains how to print a cleaning page to resolve print quality issues.

4 Problem Solving

Clear paper jams

Locate, clear, and resolve recurring paper jams in the printer.

Understand printer messages

Explains messages on the printer control panel and recommended actions.

Correct output quality problems

Troubleshoot issues like lines, specks, smears, or wrinkled paper.

Determine printer problems

Use flowchart to identify printer issues and follow suggestions.

Check printer configuration

Print pages detailing printer status and current configuration.

A Specifications

Paper specifications

Details specifications for various paper types, sizes, and weights supported by the printer.

Supported Sizes and Weights of Paper

Lists supported paper dimensions and weights for Tray 1, Tray 2, and optional trays.

Guidelines for Using Paper

Provides guidelines on paper quality, handling, and potential issues.

Envelopes

Covers envelope construction, margins, storage, and printing guidelines.

Printer Specifications

Details physical dimensions, weight, and environmental specifications of the printer.

Environmental Specifications

Outlines electrical requirements and acoustic emissions of the printer.

B Control Panel Menus

Paper Handling Menu

Explains settings for managing paper trays, types, and sizes.

Print Quality Menu

Details settings for controlling print resolution, toner density, and cleaning.

Printing Menu

Covers settings for copies, paper size, orientation, and font selection.

Configuration Menu

Explains settings that affect printer behavior like PowerSave and resource allocation.

IO Menu

Covers settings for input/output communication, buffering, and speed.

EIO Menu (5100 tn5100 dtn)

Details network configuration parameters for installed EIO cards.

C Printer Memory and Expansion

Installing a DIMM

Step-by-step guide on how to install a DIMM for printer memory expansion.

Checking Memory Installation

Procedure to verify that DIMMs are installed correctly using a configuration page.

Adjusting Memory Settings

Explains how to adjust memory settings for resource saving and I/O buffering.

Installing EIO CardsMass Storage

Instructions for installing EIO cards or mass storage devices into the printer.

D Printer Commands

PCL

Introduces PCL printer commands for tasks and font selection.

Understanding PCL Printer Command Syntax

Explains the syntax and elements of PCL printer commands.

Selecting PCL Fonts

Guides on selecting fonts using PCL commands and understanding font types.

Common PCL Printer Commands

Provides a reference table for commonly used PCL printer commands.

E Embedded Web Server

To access the embedded Web server

Instructions on how to access the printer's embedded web server via a web browser.

Home Pages

Describes the informational pages available through the embedded web server.

Device Pages

Explains how to configure printer settings via the device pages on the web server.

Networking Pages

Details network configuration and diagnostic pages accessible through the web server.

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