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HP Photosmart C4500 All-in-One series
Basics Guide
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Contents 1 Network setup Set up the HP All-in-One on an integrated wireless (WLAN 802.11) network............................2 Wireless ad hoc network setup...................................................................................................4 Connect to additional computers on a network..........................................................................7 Change the HP All-in-One from a USB connection to a network connection.............................7 Configure your firewal
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Network setup 1Network setup This section describes how to connect the HP All-in-One to a network and how to view and manage network settings. If you want to: See this section: Connect to a wireless network with a wireless “Set up the HP All-in-One on an integrated router (infrastructure). wireless (WLAN 802.11) network” on page 2 Connect directly to a wireless-capable “Connect to a wireless ad hoc network” computer without a wireless router (ad-hoc). on page 6 Add connections to more computers
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The advantages of a wireless infrastructure network as compared to an ad hoc network include: • Advanced network security • Enhanced reliability • Network flexibility • Better performance • Shared Broadband Internet access To set up the HP All-in-One on an integrated See this section: wireless WLAN 802.11 network, you need to do the following: First, collect all of the required materials. “What you need for an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network” on page 3 Next, install the software and conn
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Network setup Chapter 1 To connect the product 1. Insert the product software CD in the computer CD-ROM drive. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen. When you are prompted, connect the product to the computer using the USB setup cable included in the box. The product will attempt to connect to the network. If the connection fails, follow the prompts to correct the problem, and then try again. 3. When the setup is finished, you will be prompted to disconnect the USB cable and test the wireless
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To set up the HP All-in-One on a wireless ad See this section: hoc network, you need to do the following: First, collect all of the required materials. “What you need for an ad hoc network” on page 5 Next, prepare your computer by creating a “Create a network profile for a Windows Vista or network profile. Windows XP computer” on page 5 “Create a network profile for other operating systems” on page 6 Finally, install the software and connect to the “Connect to a wireless ad hoc network” appropri
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Network setup Chapter 1 e.In the Network key box, type a WEP key that has exactly 5 or exactly 13 alphanumeric (ASCII) characters. For example, if you enter 5 characters, you might enter ABCDE or 12345. Or, if you enter 13 characters, you might enter ABCDEF1234567. (12345 and ABCDE are examples only. Select a combination of your choice.) Alternatively, you can use HEX (hexadecimal) characters for the WEP key. A HEX WEP key must be 10 characters for 40 bit encryption, or 26 characters for 128 bit
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To connect the product 1. Insert the product software CD in the computer CD-ROM drive. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen. When you are prompted, connect the product to the computer using the USB setup cable included in the box. The product will attempt to connect to the network. If the connection fails, follow the prompts to correct the problem, and then try again. 3. When the setup is finished, you will be prompted to disconnect the USB cable and test the wireless network connection. Onc
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Network setup Chapter 1 NOTE: For optimal performance and security in your wireless network, use an access point (such as a wireless router) to connect the HP All-in-One. To change a USB connection to an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 connection 1. Unplug the USB connection from the back of the product. 2. Insert the product CD in the computer CD-ROM drive. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions for a wireless network installation. 4. When the installation is complete, open Printers and Faxes (or
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NOTE: Refer to your firewall documentation on how to configure the firewall port settings and how to add HP files to the "trusted" list. NOTE: Some firewalls continue to cause interference even after you disable them. If you continue to have problems after configuring the firewall as described above, you might need to uninstall the firewall software in order to use the product over the network. Advanced firewall information The following ports are also used by your HP product and might need to b
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Network setup Chapter 1 To restore network defaults 1. Press the Wireless button on the product. 2. Press the button next to the down arrow on the display until Restore Network Defaults is highlighted, and then press OK. 3. Confirm that you want to restore the network defaults. Turn the wireless radio on and off The wireless radio is off by default, but when you install the software and connect the HP All-in-One to the network, the wireless radio is turned on automatically. The blue light on the
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2 HP All-in-One overview Use the HP All-in-One to quickly and easily accomplish tasks such as making a copy, scanning documents, or printing photos from a memory card or USB storage device. You can access many HP All-in-One functions directly from the control panel, without turning on your computer. NOTE: This guide introduces basic operations and troubleshooting, as well as provides information for contacting HP support and ordering supplies. The onscreen Help details the full range of features
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HP All-in-One overview Chapter 2 (continued) Label Description 11 Rear door 12 Rear USB port 13 Power connection* * Use only with the power adapter supplied by HP. Control panel features The following diagram and related table provide a quick reference to the HP All-in-One control panel features. Label Icon Name and Description 1 On: Turns the product on or off. When the product is off, a minimal amount of power is still used. To completely remove power, turn off the product, and then unplug the
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(continued) Label Icon Name and Description 6 By default, this button is labelled Scan/Reprint and opens the Scan/Reprint menu. When a photo is shown on the display, this button advances to the next photo on the memory card. When the Copy or Photo settings menu is open, this button the changes copy or print settings. 7 By default, this button is labelled Start Copy Black and starts a black-and-white copy. When a photo is shown on the display, this button advances to the previous photo on the mem
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HP All-in-One overview Chapter 2 To load full-size paper 1. Slide the paper-width guide to its outermost position. NOTE: If you are using letter or A4 paper or smaller, make sure the tray extender is open all the way. When you use legal-size paper, leave the tray extender closed. 2. Insert the stack of paper into the input tray with the short edge forward and the print side down. Slide the stack of paper forward until it stops. CAUTION: Make sure that the product is idle and silent when you load
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3. Slide the paper-width guide inward until it stops at the edge of the paper. Do not overload the input tray; make sure the stack of paper fits within the input tray and is no higher than the top of the paper-width guide. Avoid paper jams To help avoid paper jams, follow these guidelines. • Remove printed papers from the output tray frequently. • Prevent curled or wrinkled photo paper by storing all unused photo paper flat in a resealable bag. • Ensure that paper loaded in the input tray lays f
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HP All-in-One overview Chapter 2 1 Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Memory Stick Select, Memory Stick Magic Gate, Memory Stick Duo or Duo Pro (adapter optional), or Memory Stick Micro (adapter required) 2 xD-Picture Card, Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital Mini (SD Mini), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), MultiMedia Card (MMC), MMC Plus, MMC Mobile (RS-MMC; adapter required), TransFlash MicroSD Card (adapter required), or Secure MultiMedia Card To print photos 1. Load 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch)
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Replace the print cartridges Follow these instructions to replace print cartridges. Following these instructions might also help solve print quality issues related to the cartridges. NOTE: When the ink level for the print cartridge is low, a message appears on your computer screen. You can also check the ink levels by using the software installed with the HP All-in-One. When you receive a low-ink warning message, make sure you have a replacement print cartridge available. You should also replace
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HP All-in-One overview Chapter 2 1 Print cartridge slot for the tri-color print cartridge 2 Print cartridge slot for the black and photo print cartridges TIP: If you are removing the black print cartridge in order to install the photo print cartridge, store the black print cartridge in the print cartridge protector or an airtight plastic container. 5. Remove the new print cartridge from its packaging and, being careful to touch only the black plastic, gently remove the plastic tape by using the
