Other software provided
Software for Windows
HP ToolboxFX
HP ToolboxFX is a software program that you can use for the following tasks:
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Checking the product status
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Checking the supplies status and ordering supplies online
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Setting up alerts
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Viewing and changing product settings
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Viewing product documentation
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Gaining access to troubleshooting and maintenance tools
To use HP ToolboxFX, perform a Full Installation of the product software from the product CD.
Software for Macintosh
The HP installer provides PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files, Printer Dialog Extensions (PDEs),
and the configure device software for use with Macintosh computers.
PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files
The PPD, in combination with the Apple PostScript printer drivers, provides access to product features.
An installation program for the PPD and other software is provided on the product CD.
Configure the product using a Macintosh
For information about configuring the product using a Macintosh and the embedded Web server (EWS),
see
Embedded Web server on page 40.
Status Alerts software
The Status Alerts software provides information about the current status of the product.
The software also provides pop-up alerts when certain events occur, such as an empty tray or a problem
with the product. The alert includes information about solving the problem.
Software for networks
HP Web Jetadmin
HP Web Jetadmin is a browser-based management tool for network-connected printers within your
intranet. It should be installed only on the system administrator’s computer.
To download a current version of HP Web Jetadmin and for the latest list of supported host systems,
go to
www.hp.com/go/webjetadmin.
When installed on a host server, any client can gain access to HP Web Jetadmin by using a supported
Web browser (such as Microsoft® Internet Explorer 6.x or Netscape Navigator 7.x or later) and
navigating to the HP Web Jetadmin host.
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