Advanced configuration with HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)
and HP Device Toolbox (Windows)
Use the HP Embedded Web Server to manage printing functions from your 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 configurations
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View and change the printer control-panel menu configuration
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View and print internal pages
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Receive notification of printer and supplies events
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View and change network configuration
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. You do not have to have Internet
access 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: HP Device Toolbox is available only if you performed a full installation when you installed the
printer. Depending on how the printer is connected, some features might not be available.
NOTE: The HP Embedded Web Server is not accessible beyond the network firewall.
Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) from the Start menu
1. Click the Start button, and then click the Programs item.
2. Click your HP printer group, and then click the HP Device Toolbox item.
Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) from a Web browser
NOTE: The steps vary according to the type of control panel.
1. 2-line control panels: On the printer control panel, press the OK button. Open the Network Setup
menu, and then select Show IP Address to display the IP address or host name.
Touchscreen control panels: From the Home screen on the printer control panel, touch the Connection
Information
button, and then touch the Network Connected button or the Network Wi-
Fi ON
button to display the IP address or host name.
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