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General| Print Technology | Laser |
|---|---|
| Print Speed | Up to 28 ppm |
| Print Speed (Color) | Up to 28 ppm |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | Up to 120, 000 pages |
| Network Connectivity | Optional |
| Processor Speed | 533 MHz |
| Connectivity | USB, Parallel |
| Media Sizes Supported | Letter, legal, executive, tabloid, A3, A4, A5, B5 |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows, Mac OS, Linux |
| Print Resolution | Up to 600 x 600 dpi |
| Paper Handling | 100-sheet multipurpose tray, 500-sheet input tray |
Details the various models of HP Color LaserJet printers and their configurations.
Provides an overview of the HP Color LaserJet 5500 series printers.
Outlines the performance specifications, memory details, and other features.
Information on identifying printer models and serial numbers.
Lists physical dimensions, acoustic emissions, and electrical specifications.
Guidelines for storing printer supplies to maintain their shelf life.
General information about the HP Color LaserJet 5500 and 5550 printers.
Guidelines and specifications for selecting and using different print media.
Details the terms and conditions of the HP product warranty.
Specific warranty coverage for the print cartridge's useful life.
Warranty information for the transfer unit and fuser.
Statements of compliance with product specifications and directives.
Important safety precautions for using the printer.
Table of contents for the Service approach chapter.
General methodology for diagnosing and servicing printer issues.
Information on how to order replacement parts and supplies.
Details on available HP maintenance and service agreements.
Environmental and location requirements for optimal printer performance.
Specifies the necessary space around the printer for operation and ventilation.
Instructions on how to safely unbox the printer and its components.
Step-by-step guide for installing the printer's print cartridges.
Instructions for correctly installing the paper trays into the printer.
Procedures for installing optional printer accessories like feeders.
Information on connecting the printer to a computer via various interfaces.
Steps for connecting the printer to a network.
Information on available printer drivers and how to select them.
Instructions for installing the printer software from CD-ROM or Internet.
Steps for configuring network parameters on the printer.
Procedure for cleaning the printer's exterior and interior components.
Details on regular cleaning tasks for maintaining printer performance.
Table showing expected life and replacement prompts for printer supplies.
Instructions for replacing consumables like print cartridges, transfer unit, and fuser.
Information on printer memory slots and upgrading with DIMMs.
Steps for installing memory and font DIMMs into the printer.
Overview of the printer's four main systems: engine, laser/scanner, image formation, and pickup/feed.
Description of the engine control system components and their functions.
Explanation of how the laser/scanner system forms a latent image on the photosensitive drum.
Details the central hub of the printer responsible for image formation.
Breaks down the image formation process into functional blocks and steps.
Describes the physical components and functions within each print cartridge.
Explanation of the EEP-ROM memory tag in print cartridges.
How the printer monitors print cartridge life and toner levels.
Details the ETB unit's function in feeding paper and transferring toner.
Describes the formation of the electrostatic latent image on the photosensitive drum.
Explains how toner is transferred to the photosensitive drum to create a visible image.
Details the transfer of the toner image from the drum to the paper.
Explains how toner is fused to the paper to create a permanent image.
Explains the fuser motor speed control mechanism.
Describes the cleaning of the ETB and photosensitive drums.
Information on automatic and manual calibration and cleaning procedures.
Overview of procedures for removing and replacing printer parts.
General strategy and guidelines for component removal and replacement.
Lists the necessary tools for servicing the printer.
Details the types of screws used in the printer and their applications.
Information on customer-replaceable supplies and their replacement.
Instructions for removing and replacing external covers of the printer.
Procedures for removing and replacing internal components located at the front.
Procedures for removing and replacing internal components on the left side.
Procedures for removing and replacing internal components located at the rear.
Procedures for removing and replacing internal components on the right side.
Procedures for removing and replacing internal components located at the top.
Instructions for removing and replacing components of the optional paper feeder.
Overview of troubleshooting procedures and chapter contents.
Steps to filter out causes and diagnose root issues with flowcharts.
Explanation of control panel messages and recommended actions.
An alphabetical list of control panel messages and their recommended actions.
A list of numerical error codes and their descriptions and recommended actions.
Techniques to identify and resolve media feeding problems.
Information on how jam error messages occur and are displayed.
Identifies common areas where paper jams occur.
Options to configure printer response to paper jams.
Lists common causes of paper jams and suggests solutions.
Methods for solving print quality problems related to image formation.
Identifies print quality issues caused by inappropriate media.
Specific image quality problems that may occur when printing on transparencies.
Print quality issues arising from environmental conditions like humidity.
Print quality issues that can occur after a paper jam.
Explanation of factors causing color variations in printed output.
A chart to help identify print quality problems and find solutions.
Categorizes and describes various types of image defects.
Information for troubleshooting communication problems with the printer.
Checks to verify computer and printer communication settings.
Troubleshooting steps for optional HP Jetdirect print servers.
Procedures for understanding and troubleshooting the control panel.
Accessing and printing specific printer information.
Configuring input trays by size and type for correct media handling.
Changing printer default settings, print quality, and I/O options.
Settings affecting print jobs and default paper size/type.
Adjusting calibration, registration, and color halftone settings.
Changing configuration settings like PowerSave Time and jam recovery.
Configuring printer's I/O options.
Resetting factory settings, PowerSave, and updating after new supplies.
Running tests to identify and solve printer problems.
Accessing service menu options for authorized personnel.
Information on using embedded Web server, HP Toolbox, and Printer Status software.
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