Advanced conguration with HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)
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Introduction
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How to access the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)
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HP Embedded Web Server features
Introduction
Use the HP Embedded Web Server to manage printing functions from a computer instead of the printer
control panel.
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View printer status information
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Determine the remaining life for all supplies and order new ones
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View and change tray congurations
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View and change the printer control-panel menu conguration
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View and print internal pages
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Receive notication of printer and supplies events
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View and change network conguration
The HP Embedded Web Server works when the printer is connected to an IP-based network. The
HP Embedded Web Server does not support IPX-based printer connections. Internet access is not needed to
open and use the HP Embedded Web Server.
When the printer is connected to the network, the HP Embedded Web Server is automatically available.
NOTE: The HP Embedded Web Server is not accessible beyond the network rewall.
How to access the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)
1. From the Home screen on the printer control panel, touch the Network button to display the IP
address or host name.
2. Open a Web br
owser, and in the address line, type the IP address or host name exactly as it displays on
the printer control panel. Press the Enter key on the computer keyboard. The EWS opens.
NOTE: If the Web browser displays a There is a problem with this website’s security certicate
me
ssage when attempting to open the EWS, click Continue to this website (not recommended).
Choosing Continue to this website (not recommended) will not harm the computer while navigating
within the EWS for the HP printer.
To use the HP Embedded Web Server, the browser must meet the following requirements:
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