How to Open the HP Toolbox (3 Steps)

Click on the 'Windows Start Button' followed by the 'Settings' option and finally choose 'Printers.' Left click one time on the printer you want to choose. At the top of the screen click on 'File' followed by the 'Properties' option under the file screen. In the properties box click on the tab titled 'Services.' Finally click the 'Open Toolbox' option to open the tool box.
Double click the 'Printer Assistant' icon on your Desktop. Next click on the 'Utilities Button.' If you don't see this button, try the 'Tools and Updates' button. Finally click on the 'Printer Maintenance' button and then choose the task to open.
Try opening the toolbox from the taskbar by right clicking on the 'Printer Icon' found on the taskbar at the bottom of your display. Choose the 'Open HP Deskjet XXXX series Toolbox' and you should now be in the correct process for calibration purposes.

How to Clean a Printer Fuser (5 Steps)

Let the printer cool, since the fuser rollers can become very hot after use.
Open the appropriate printer door that leads to the fuser rollers.
Wipe away any excess fuser oil using a soft cloth. When the printer is in use, fuser oil may leak onto other surfaces inside the printer. Do not wipe the fuser rollers with the cloth.
Use the hose attachment on a vacuum cleaner to remove any debris from around and on the fuser rollers. If necessary, use a thin, pointed nose attachment to reach tight spaces.
Close the fuser door.

How to Scan with HP software

Turn on your HP scanner or all-in-one printer and launch HP Solution Center.
Place the document face down on the scanner and close the lid.
Click the ��Scan Document�� button on the main menu.
Select your preferred output format, such as PDF or TIF, from the Scan Shortcuts list.
Click the ��Scan�� button.
Click the ��Options�� button to the right of the File Type field and then use the slider bar to select an image quality. While selecting a high quality produces a larger file size, the image quality will be better. Click 'OK' to save the image quality settings and exit the Save Options dialog box.
Enter a file name for the scanned document in the Basic File Name field.
Click the ��Browse�� button to the right of the Save Location field and select your preferred destination folder for the scanned file, such as My Scans or Documents.
Click ��OK�� to scan the document.
Click the ��Crop�� tab to edit scan. By default, the software produces a scanned image of the entire scanning bed. Click and drag the small black boxes on the corners and edges of the highlighted field to crop the scanned document.
Click the ��Finish�� button after cropping the image. The image will be re-scanned and saved according to the edits you made.



Turn on the HP scanning device and open HP Solution Center.
Place the photo face-down on the scanner and close the lid to the scanner or printer.
Click the ��Scan Picture�� button.
Select the ��Picture to File�� option and then click the ��Scan�� button.
Click the ��File Type�� drop-down menu and select your preferred output format, such as BMP, JPEG or PNG.
Enter a file name in the Basic File Name field.
Click the ��Browse�� button to the right of the Save Location field and select your preferred output folder for the scanned file.
Click ��OK�� to scan the photo.
Click the ��Crop�� tab to edit the scanned image. Click and drag the black boxes on the corners and edges of the highlighted scan to crop the image.
Click the 'Resize Output' tab and then click the 'Resolution' button. Select your preferred image resolution from the drop-down menu and click 'OK.'
Click the ��Finish�� button to re-scan the document and save the edited image to your chosen output folder. Click ��Done�� when the process is complete.

How to Troubleshoot a Deskjet Printer (10 Steps)

Remove the printer's USB cable from your computer.
Uninstall the printer's software. (Visit 'Start,' 'Control Panel' and 'Uninstall a Program.')
Restart the computer.
Turn off the printer and wait one minute before turning the device on again.
Insert your software disc and follow the onscreen instructions to reinstall the software. Reinsert the USB cord when prompted.



Press the 'On' button again if you pressed it once and the printer did not turn on. Press the button a little more slowly the second time. Pressing the button very quickly does not give the printer long enough to actually register that it should turn on.
Make sure that that the print cartridges are properly loaded in the printer and that there is a supply of paper loaded into the printer if the device is not printing when you click 'Print' on your computer.
Open the lid to the printer to check for a paper jam. If there is a paper jam, carefully pull the jammed piece of paper through the printer, being careful to not tear it.
Check to make sure the printer cable is securely connected into both the printer as well as the USB port on your computer. Also make sure this cord is not more than about 10 feet long. A cord longer than this can cause printing problems.
Connect the USB cord to another USB port on your computer and attempt to print again. The printing problems could stem from a USB port not working properly.

How to Get My Printer Back on My Browser (11 Steps)

Open Firefox, click 'View' in the top menu, then select 'Toolbars' and 'Customize' to open the 'Customize Toolbar' dialog box. Alternatively, right-click the navigation bar in the browser and select 'Customize' to open the 'Customize Toolbar' dialog box. (The navigation bar is the area below the top menu that contains the back, forward, home, history, refresh and stop buttons.)
Find the printer icon in the 'Customize Toolbar' dialog box. Without releasing the mouse button, click on the 'Print' icon and drag it to the navigation bar.
Release the mouse button once you have positioned the icon where you want it. The black vertical line that appears as you move the icon over the navigation bar shows where it will be placed once you release the mouse button.
Click the 'Done' button in the 'Customize Toolbar' dialog box.



Open Internet Explorer, right-click on the menu bar, select 'Customize' and 'Add or Remove Commands' from the submenu. The 'Customize Toolbar' dialog box opens.
Scroll through the 'Available toolbar buttons' list on the left side and find the 'Print' icon.
Select the 'Print' icon and click 'Add' in the middle of the dialog box to add it to the 'Current toolbar buttons' list on the right side.
Select the 'Print' icon in the 'Current toolbar buttons' and click the 'Move Up' or 'Move Down' button on the right side of the 'Customize Toolbar' dialog box to position the 'Print' icon where you want it on the toolbar. Click 'Close' when you are done.



Open Google Chrome, right-click on the 'Bookmarks' toolbar and select 'Add Page' to open the 'Edit Bookmark' dialog box.
Type 'Print' in the 'Name' text box. Type 'javascript:window.print()' (without the quotation marks) in the 'URL' text box. Click the 'OK' button to close the 'Edit Bookmark' dialog box and return to the browser.
Click and drag the 'Print' icon on the 'Bookmarks' toolbar to position it.

How to Change an HP Printer from Offline to Online

Turn on the computer to which the HP printer is connected. The printer does not have to be turned on in order to switch it from offline to online.
Click once on the Start menu.
Click 'Devices and Printers.'
Click the icon for the HP printer you wish to use. Where the status shows 'Offline,' click the word 'Offline' and then click the 'Printer' option on the pop-up window that results. Uncheck the 'Use Printer Offline' option.

How to Recycle a Samsung Printer Cartridge (7 Steps)

Enter your first name, last name, address, email address and phone number into the appropriate boxes at the STAR website to register.
Click the 'Submit and Print Label' button at the bottom of the web page. Turn your printer on, and print your pre-addressed, pre-paid STAR smart label.
Insert the printer cartridge into a padded envelope or other appropriate packaging. Affix the label to the package. Drop it off at any United States Post Office (USPS).



Register at the STAR website by entering your company information into the appropriate boxes.
Choose to receive either a large or small collection box or STAR return labels, which are available in different amounts depending on your needs. Click the 'Submit' button to complete registration.
Receive pre-addressed, pre-paid mailing boxes or labels from STAR. Alert employees about the recycling program and their ability to recycle printer cartridges. Place collection boxes, mailing containers or labels in a public mailing area, such as the postal area or the break room.
Return your printer cartridges to be recycled on a daily basis if desired or when a collection box gets full. Use the large collection box for 10 to 15 cartridges. Use the small collection box for 4 to 8 cartridges. Adhere one of the pre-addressed, pre-paid, self-adhesive S.T.A.R. USPS smart labels onto your own box if desired. Seal the box with shipping tape. Make sure the box doesn't exceed 30 lbs and that it's wrapped to remain intact during shipping. Include the package in your outgoing daily mail, or request a pickup through the USPS carrier pickup available on the USPS website.

How to Make Homemade Vinyl Bumper Stickers on an HP Printer

Open Microsoft Publisher or similar program.
Click ��File,�� ��New�� and ��Blank Page Sizes.�� Click on ����Letter (Landscape) 8.5 x 11.��
Click on the ��A�� icon that contains lines (text tool) under the arrow on the toolbar on the left side of the screen.
Click inside of the blank document to place the text box. Double-click the text box to enter it.
Enter the text you want to print on the bumper sticker. To change the text's color, font or other attribute, highlight the text with your mouse then click on the font, color or style icon on the toolbar at the top of the program. Click anywhere outside of the text box to close the text box.
Click ��Insert,�� ��Picture�� and ��From File...�� Navigate to the directory containing a picture or graphic you would like to place on your bumper sticker. Double-click on the file's name to place it. If you would like to select a clip art item, click ��Insert,�� ��Picture�� and ��Clip Art...�� The Clip Art selection pane will open. Double-click the graphic to place it on your bumper sticker.
Click ��File�� and ��Save As�� to save your bumper sticker once you done placing pictures or graphics. Enter a name for the bumper sticker in the ��File name:�� box. Click ��Save.��



Fan the vinyl decal paper for one minute to separate any sheets that may be stuck together. Pull out any bent or damaged sheets.
Load the vinyl decal paper into your HP printer with the coated side facing the direction your printer prints��facedown if using an HP inkjet printer that is front loading or faceup if the printer is top loading. If using an HP laser printer, load the paper facedown (default setting) if placing the paper in a tray. If using the ��Bypass�� tray, place the paper faceup.
Click ��File�� and ��Print Preview�� to view your bumper sticker before printing. If changes are needed to the design, click ��Close�� to return to the document and make the changes.
Click on the printer icon to print the sticker if everything is OK. Do not select ��Photo�� or ��Gloss�� paper within your printer's ��Properties�� box--this will cause the printer to apply too much ink to the bumper sticker, which can cause the ink to run and fade faster when the sticker gets wet.
Let the bumper sticker dry for at least 20 minutes before handling the paper or applying the sticker. Use a paper cutter to cut the sticker out.

How to Change Ink Cartridges on a Brother MFC Inkjet Printer

Obtain a new ink cartridge(s) for the Brother MFC printer. Read the 'Ink Empty' error message that appears on the LCD display screen on the top or front of the printer. This message usually states which colors you need to replace. Temporarily place the cartridges to the side of the printer on a flat surface.
Access and open the compartment on the inside of the printer that holds the ink cartridges. In some models, you must lift the flat-bed scanner cover to see the ink cartridges. Other models have an ink compartment door to the right side of the machine.
Remove the empty ink cartridge. Unlatch the locking mechanism that holds the cartridge in place, if available. Pull the cartridge out from the machine. Discard it in the trash.
Open the plastic wrapping or container that holds the replacement cartridge(s). Peel off the protective tape that covers the contact points.
Look at the colors of the receptacles that hold the ink cartridges. Pick up the new ink cartridge for a single color. Use the guiding arrows on the cartridge and inside the printer to slide the tank into the machine. Carefully push the cartridge in until it stops. Repeat this step for each additional replacement cartridge.
Close the locking latches that hold the ink cartridges in place, if available. Close the flat-bed door or compartment door for the ink cartridge area.
Look at the LCD screen on the printer. Most models can automatically sense when a new cartridge is in place. Read the question and follow the instructions on the screen. For example, the printer might display the following sequence of text: 'Did you change the black cartridge?' > 'Press 1 = Yes' > 'Press 2 = No.' Use the numeric keypad near the LCD screen to enter your response. Proceed with sending print jobs to the machine.

How to Configure a TCP/IP PDF Virtual Printer

Download and install a PDF virtual printer. Several Windows-based options are available as free downloads, including doPDF and Wondersoft Virtual PDF Printer.
Click on 'Start' in the lower-left corner of your desktop, then click on 'Control Panel' and open the printer management icon. This icon is listed as 'Printers and Faxes' in Windows XP, 'Printers' in Windows Vista and 'Devices and Printers' in Windows 7. You may need to change to 'Classic View' or 'Icon View' before accessing the icon.
Right-click on the virtual PDF printer and select 'Sharing' or 'Printer Properties.' Give the printer network access in the 'Sharing' tab. If the system has remote access disabled, Windows will run a wizard to configure and enable it.
Click 'OK' to save the changes. Other users may now access the printer from their respective printers list and print PDF documents to their own machines.



Download and install a PDF virtual printer. CUPS-PDF is a freely available option that works with OSX.
Click on the Apple menu and select 'Preferences.' Open the 'Sharing' icon.
Check the 'Printer Sharing' box to activate printer sharing. Place a check mark next to the virtual printer in the 'Printers' box. You may restrict which network users have access to the printer in the 'Users' box.

How Do I Print Envelopes on HP Printer Officejet Pro?

Load a standard (business) size envelope into the bottom of your HP All-in-One, where the envelope icon is. Make sure to load it with the flap side up. If you are printing multiple envelopes, you can load as many as the paper tray will handle.
Slide the bar in the paper tray so it is right next to the envelopes. This will put the printer in 'envelope mode' and no paper from the paper tray will be fed during the printing process.
Open your word processor of choice and put it in 'envelope' mode. If you are using Microsoft Word 2007, this can be done by going to 'Mailings' and then selecting 'Envelopes.' Once you have entered your text, press the 'Print' button at the bottom of the page.
Wait for the printed envelope to come out of the top of the printer. Depending on the paper type, the ink may take a few seconds to dry, so be careful handling envelopes immediately after printing.

How to Reset a Canon Pixma Printer (5 Steps)

Press the 'On/Off' button on the machine if it is not already turned on.
Press 'Menu' until 'Device Settings' appears on the printer's display.
Use the 'Front' and 'Back' arrows to locate the 'Restore Default' setting.
Press 'OK.'
Press 'OK' again to verify your choice. The printer will reset itself to its factory settings.

How to Reset the Lexmark X7675 All

Turn off the Lexmark X7675 all-in-one printer by holding down the power button for five seconds. Wait for the unit to power down.
Place one finger on the 'Cancel' button and one on the 'Start Color' button. Hold both buttons down and press the power button to turn on the X7675.
Wait for the power button to stop flashing. The printer is now reset and you can go through the alignment process to set it up the way you want.

How to Create a Virtual USB Printer Port (10 Steps)

Click the 'Start' button and select 'Printers and faxes.' If you don't see this option, type 'Printer' in the Windows Search bar and press 'Enter.'
Right-click on a network printer and select 'Sharing.'
Check the box next to 'Share this printer.'
Enter the name of the printer you wish to use under 'Share Name.'
Move to the second computer and select the 'Start' button, then click the 'Control Panel.'
Click 'Printer' option (if using Vista or above, it will be listed under 'Hardware and Sound.')
Select 'Add Printer.'
Choose to add a printer from the Network and let it search for a list of available printers. If it doesn't find the printer, select 'The printer I want isn't listed.'
Select 'Browse for Printer' and click 'Next.' You can choose the printer from pop-up list.
Press 'OK' to save the printer. A virtual printer port will now be added. You can view the port by right-clicking on the printer icon, selecting 'properties' and then clicking on the 'port' tab.

How to Store Printer Cartridges (3 Steps)

Select a cool, dry location to store printer cartridges. Excessive heat may cause air bubbles. In locations that tend to be warm, choose the coolest area, such as a closet or cabinet away from windows. Heat rises, so keep cartridges on lower shelves.
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Keep printer cartridges sealed in the original packaging whenever possible. New cartridges come sealed in a protective wrapper that helps to keep the ink fresh.
Store the printer cartridges right side up. If they're in the original box, this means placing the boxes on their bottoms so that the writing on the package is right side up. If you have cartridges that aren't in the box, place the aperture end down. The aperture is the end covered with a tab that seals the ink in. Never store ink cartridges on their sides, because they may leak.

How to Install a Samsung DR Printer

Plug the printer's main power plug into a wall socket. Take the plastic USB cord out of its packaging and attach either end to the printer and your computer. Now, turn the printer on.
Open the printer lid and wait for the printer head to reset to the middle. Open the included ink cartridges and take off all the packaging. Pull off the plastic tab on the bottom of each cartridge. Put the color and black inks in their slots in the printer and press down until they click. Close the printer lid.
Put the included CD into your disk drive and follow the onscreen instructions to install the printer program and drivers. If you don't have the CD, go to Samsung's downloads website (see below). Click on 'Computing' and a box will pop up. Click on 'Printers and Multifunction' in the left column, then choose your product number on the right. It will redirect you to a new page, and click 'Download' to get all the install files. Double-click to install once they've downloaded.
Pull out the paper tray at the bottom of the printer and put in some paper. Print a test page to try your new printer.

How to Reset the Drum Life on a Brother HL 4070CDW Printer Menu

Turn on the printer by switching the 'Power Switch' on the bottom right side.
Press '+' or '-' keys on the top front 'Control Panel' to select 'Machine Info.'
Press 'OK.' In the next menu, press '+' or '-' keys to select 'Reset Parts Life' and then press 'OK.'
Select the 'Drum Unit' by pressing the '+' key.
Save the changes by pressing 'OK' twice. The drum life should now be reset.

How to Increase the Size of the Font Used By an Epson Stylus CX5000 Printer

Open the Microsoft Word 2007 text document you need to modify. Scroll down to the text that you want to print at a bigger size.
Click and drag across the text you want to modify so it is completely highlighted. Press 'Ctrl' and 'A' instead if you want to highlight all of the text in the document.
Navigate to the 'Home' tab. Click the 'Size' drop-down box in the 'Font' heading. Click the increased font size you want.
Click the Microsoft Office icon and choose 'Print.' Follow the prompts to print the document with the larger font size.



Navigate to the Google Docs website. Type your Google user name and password in the text fields and click 'Sign In.'
Click the name of the document you need to modify. Highlight the line of text that needs to be changed.
Click the text font drop-down menu located to the left of the 'Bold' button. Click the font size you want to use. Choose 'File' and 'Print.'



Open your OpenOffice Writer document and navigate to the text that needs to be changed to a larger size.
Highlight the portion of the text you want to make larger. Click the arrow button located to the right of the font-size box.
Click the font size in the list of available sizes. Navigate to 'File' and select 'Print' to print the larger text size on your Epson Stylus CX5000 printer.

How to Install a Microsoft XPS Printer on XP (5 Steps)

Go to the View and Generate XPS page on the Microsoft website (see the link in the Resources section).
Click on the 'Download Microsoft XPS Viewer' link.
Click on 'Save File.' This action will save the Microsoft XPS Viewer installation file to your system.
Click 'Open' after the file has been saved to your hard drive.
Follow the instructions to install Microsoft XPS Viewer to your Windows XP.

Casio EZ Label Printer Instructions (4 Steps)

Turn the Casio EZ Label printer over and open the battery compartment cover. Load the AA batteries into the compartment and close the door.
Press down on the hook on the back cover of the EZ Label printer. Remove the stopper from the tape cartridge, then carefully insert it into the printer. Be sure the tape is underneath the tape guide, between the head and the rollers. Close the back cover.
Press the power button to turn the Casio EZ Label printer on. Type the text you want to appear on the label. Use the shift key to type capital letters and the code key to make the characters listed at the bottom of each key. Push the backspace key if you make a mistake or need to remove a character you typed. Press the 'Size' button and use the right and left arrow keys to adjust the size of the text.
Push the 'Print' key to print the text you have typed. Peel the backing off the label and affix it to the desired item or surface.

How to Print Labels with a Laser Printer

Turn on your printer. Some laser printers may require a few moments to warm up.
Decide which label you will be using. Look on the box of labels if you are unsure.
Open your word processing software. The more powerful office applications may make your task simpler, but even the simplest applications have label-printing capability.
Click the 'Tools' pull down menu. This is usually found at the top of the screen.
Select 'Envelopes and Labels.' Make sure you are in the 'Labels' tab.
Provide the information you wish to print in the designated area. Choose the type and size of the label and the product number.
Click 'Options' to specify custom sizing and margins. Make sure the information is correct.
Select 'Full Page of the Same Label' if that is your wish. Choose 'Single Label' for just one.
Insert your labels into the manual feed of your printer. Click 'Print.'

How to Put Photo Paper in a Printer (5 Steps)

Look at the instructions for your printer to see if there are any specific directions on how to load photo paper into your printer model.
Pull out the paper tray. Empty the tray of all paper. Load the photo paper into the empty tray as you would normal paper. Make sure the paper fits snugly in the tray. If the paper is too loose or cramped in the tray, move the tabs on the sides of the tray until they give the paper enough room.
Replace the tray into the printer and hit the 'Reset' button if applicable.
Go to 'Printer properties' in the control panel on your computer. Select the size of the paper you are using in the 'Paper size' option box. In the 'Paper type' option box, choose 'Photo' or 'High quality' from the list of options.
Print photos and pictures from your printer as you would print on regular paper.

How to Fix Laser Printer Vertical Lines on the HP LaserJet 4000

Hold down the LaserJet 4000's power button for three seconds to power off the printer. Unplug the 4000's power cable from the wall outlet.
Lift open the plastic cover at the top of the HP LaserJet 4000. Grip the front end of the plastic toner cartridge and pull it forward slightly. Lift the cartridge out of the LaserJet 4000.
Use a soft cloth to wipe off the exposed plastic paper feed guide toward the back of the open area inside the HP LaserJet 4000. Lift up the green handle at the far right end of the plastic rectangular paper access plate. The plate is positioned toward the front of the open area.
Wipe off both sides of the paper access plate. Push the green handle back down and slide the toner cartridge back inside the HP LaserJet 4000.
Set the top plastic cover back down and plug in the LaserJet 4000's cable. Turn on the printer and print a text document to see if vertical lines still appear.
Unplug the printer and open the top cover again if the lines persist. Pull out the toner cartridge and insert a new HP 27A or HP 27X toner cartridge. Close the top cover and power on the printer.

How to Fix Printer Head Alignment on My Canon Mp190

Verify that there are at least two sheets of paper in your printer's feeder. Open the front hatch, and extend the paper tray which will catch the printed pages.
Click 'Start' from your Windows desktop, and click 'Devices and Printers.' Right-click your Canon PIXMA MP190, and click 'Properties.'
Select the 'Maintenance' tab, and click 'Print Head Alignment,' then click 'Align Print Head.' Your printer will print a single sheet with a pattern of boxes aligned in columns. Each column will be marked with a letter.
Click 'Yes' to affirm that your pattern printed properly and to load the alignment worksheet. Look over each column on the printed sheet and find the numbered box in each column that contains the cleanest print. Most boxes will print with white lines running through them, each column should have one that looks proper. The number may change from column to column.
Input the number for each column into the Alignment worksheet on your computer. Click 'OK.' A second sheet will print that contains more columns.
Repeat the aforementioned procedure to complete the print head alignment. Click 'OK' when you have finished inputting the numbers for the new columns. Your print quality should return to normal when this procedure is complete.

How to View Recent Print History

Press 'Windows' to open Windows Start, type 'Run' and then press 'Enter.' Delete any text that appears in the field next to 'Open.'
Type 'eventvwr.msc' into the field next to 'Open' and then click the 'OK' button to open Event Viewer.
Select |'Applications and Services Logs'|'Microsoft'|'Windows'|'PrintService'|. The PrintService folder contains administrative and operational controls for print services in Windows.
Right-click 'Operational' and then select 'Enable Log.' This command enables logging of all future print jobs and can be viewed anytime by returning to the PrintService folder in the Event Viewer.



Press 'Windows' to open Windows Start, type 'devices and printers' and then select 'Devices and Printers' from the results. In Windows 8.1, you must select 'Settings' and then 'Devices and Printers.'
Right-click the printer for which you want to view print jobs for and then select 'See What's Printing.' The print queue window opens for your selected printer.
Scroll through the list of print jobs to view the jobs that are currently queued. This list contains recently queued print jobs that have not completed yet.

How to Change a Dell 926 Printer Cartridge

Press the power button, located near the bottom of the control panel, to turn on the Dell 926 printer.
Lift up[ the top half of the printer. A small bar on the right side will swing down. Position the end of that bar between the two tabs on the lower half of the printer, to keep the top half in the up position. Once the top half is in the up position, the cartridge carrier will automatically move to the opening in the center of the printer.
Push down on one of the two levers, located on the end of the cartridge carrier, to raise the respective cartridge lid. The black ink cartridge, or the photo ink cartridge if your printer is currently set up to print pictures, is located on the left side, while the color ink cartridge is located on the right.
Lift up on the end of the ink cartridge until the cartridge is at about a 45 degree angle to the printer base. Then pull the cartridge out of the cartridge carrier.
Remove the tape from the end of your replacement cartridge. Insert the cartridge into the carrier at a 45 degree angle, and then lower the end of the cartridge into place.
Close the cartridge carrier lids, ensuring that they snap into place. Lift up on the top half of the printer to release the support bar. Push the bar back against the top half of the printer as you lower that half back into place.

How to Add a Printer to a Task Bar (5 Steps)

Click 'Start.'
Click 'Devices and Printers.'
Right-click the icon for your printer. Click 'Create Shortcut.' A new shortcut icon for your printer appears in the same directory.
Right-click the new shortcut icon for your printer.
Click 'Pin to Task Bar' to add that printer icon to your Windows task bar.

How to Put Paper in an HP Printer (5 Steps)

Open up the front door of the printer, which serves as the paper tray. This door snaps shut so you will have to pop it open to fold it down.
Pull the swinging arm that is tucked inside the paper tray out and flip up the small flap at the end of this arm. This arm and the flap at the end will stop your printer paper from falling onto the floor when you print something.
Take a stack of paper that is 1/2 inch to 1 inch tall and gently tap one of the short edges of the stack on a flat surface, such as the top of a desk, until the opposite short edge of all the individual sheets of paper appear to be lined up. Next, tape on of the long edges of the stack of paper until the opposite long edges of all the individual sheets of paper appear to be lined up.
Lay one end of your printer paper stack on the paper tray, with a short edge facing into the printer. Line the stack up with the tab on the right hand side of the paper tray that appears right before the opening to the printer. Push the stack of paper forward until you can no longer push it forward without forcefully jamming it into the printer.
Move the sliding tab on the left side of the printer that you see, right before the opening to the printer, right up to the left edge of the stack of paper. Turn your printer on, if it is not already on, and you are ready to print.

How to Print in Black White on a Canon MP640 Printer

Click 'Start' and then 'Control Panel.'
Click 'Hardware and Sound' from the Control Panel and then click 'Printers.'
Right-click the Canon MP640 printer from the list of printers and select 'Printer Preferences' from the drop-down menu.
Check the box next to 'Grayscale Printing.'
Click 'Apply' and then 'OK.'

How to Set Up a Print Server

Turn on all the computers you want to have access to the print server. Insert the print server driver into the CD-ROM drive of the main computer. This computer connects to your router using a wire. Follow on-screen instructions and install the driver to your computer. If the driver fails to begin installation automatically, click 'My Computer' and double-click the letter corresponding to the CD drive. Remove the driver from your CD drive after installation.
Assign static address. Open your browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera or any other browser) and open your router administrative interface by entering '192.168.1.1' into your browser. Click 'Enter.' If this doesn't work for you, consult your router's documentation for the proper address. Enter your username and password if this had been previously set up to require authentication. Click 'Enter' or click 'Ok.'
Click TCP/IP and select Fixed Address. Under IP Address, select an address outside the normal range like 192.168.1.128. Leave Gateway Address and Subnet Mask as they are. Note the address you added. You will need it later. Click Ok or Apply.
Select 'Automatic Configuration--DHCP' from the dropdown menu. Select 'Enable' under 'DHCP Server.' Under 'Static DNS 1,' enter '192.168.1.128,' the same numbers you entered earlier. Close your router's administrative interface.
Set up your printer on your computers. On the' Taskbar' click 'Start,' go to 'Control Panel' and click on 'Printers and Faxes.' Right-click your printer and go to 'Properties.' Click on 'Sharing.' Select 'Do not Share this Printer.' Under 'Drivers,' click 'Install Additional Drivers' if you need to do so. Click 'Ok.'
Go to 'Ports' and click the checkbox next to your printer. Click 'Configure Ports' and under 'Printer Name' or 'IP Address,' enter your printer's IP address, the same numbers you entered earlier. Under 'Protocol,' select 'Raw.' Click 'Ok' and close the open window.
On your remaining computers, click 'Start,' 'Control Panel' and click 'Printers and Faxes.' Click 'Add New Printer.' Follow onscreen instructions and add your new printer. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 above to complete the setup of your printer on all your computers.

How to Use a HP Photosmart Printer

Unpack your printer and assemble your printer supplies. You need ink cartridges labeled HP 02��which are already included in the box--and you should also invest in high-quality photo paper.
Plug in the printer. After five minutes, turn it on. Select the language from the printer screen and confirm your selection. Select also the proper country code and once again confirm your selection.
Connect the printer to your computer with the USB cable.
Install the ink cartridges by opening the printer top cover and simply sliding them into the labeled places. Close the top cover. Insert the photo paper into the paper tray.
Turn on your computer and insert the CD that was also in the printer box. Click on the install icon and the installation of the printer software will begin. Follow the prompts until the computer signals that the installation process is completed.
Log on to the Internet and double check on the HP website that you have the latest driver installed for your Photosmart printer. Assuming that you are good to go, it is now time to print some photos.



Remove your digital camera��s memory card and insert it into the printer��s memory card slot. You will hear a little click when it is all the way in, and the memory card light will begin flashing.
Confirm that you want to save the photos that are on the memory card. The printer has its own memory, and you can save them directly to the printer hard drive.
Choose the view option and then the print option. You are now prompted to select the photo size. It is up to you to select the regular 4��-x-6�� or any other size. Depending on your preference and the photo paper you purchased, you pick the paper size next.
Decide on the photos you want to print out. With the help of the arrow keys, you may bypass any pictures that you do not wish to print at this time and only highlight the photos you wish to print now.
Select the print option when you have finished the process and identified all the photos you are going to print.

How to Pack a Printer for Shipping

Get proper packing supplies from a mailbox rental store, the post office or a large office supply store. Measure the printer width and length and get a box that is slightly larger than those dimensions.
Take any ancillary pieces off the printer, such as detachable cords. Wrap them up in a plastic bag or the original packing material and fit them into the box.
Cushion the printer with bubble wrap, packing peanuts or foam wedges until it is secured in the box. Leave a tiny bit of 'breathing room.'
Tear off or obscure any prior shipping labels if using an original box. Make sure there is no wear and tear on the box from previous shipments.
Secure the box with strong packing tape or paper tape. Double tape the top and bottom of the package for extra security.
Address the box clearly with a new shipping label. Mark it 'Fragile.'

How to Know If a Printer Is Compatible With a Laptop

Check to see what platform the printer supports. More than likely it is either Windows or Mac (some do support both). You need a printer that supports your particular computer platform. This information is printed on the side of the printer's box, or you can open your Internet browser, navigate to the printer's manufacturing site and select the particular printer in question to see its specifications.
Find out what operating system the printer supports. Newer printers (such as those that are compatible with Windows 7) typically support older versions of the operating system also.
Check the cable connection. Most new printers can connect to your computer through either a USB or wireless connection. If you are using an older computer with only serial connection ports you must purchase a USB-to-serial adapter in order to use the computer with the laptop. Similarly, you may need an adapter to connect an older printer with a newer computer.
Look up the printer on its manufacturer's site and search for available drivers. If you are using a newer laptop with an older printer you'll need the upgraded driver. If no drivers are available for the new operating system, then your laptop is not compatible with the printer.
Alternatively, check your computer for available printer drivers. For example, if you'd like to use a non-USB or wireless printer with a Windows 7 computer, search for the driver by navigating through 'Control Panel > View Devices and Printers > Add a Printer > Add a Local Printer.' Choose a printer port and click 'Next.' In the 'Install a Printer Driver' screen, select the printer's manufacturer in the left-side menu, then search for the specific printer in the right-side menu.

How to Show the Ink Status Window in an HP Deskjet F300 Series

Locate the HP Solution Center on a Windows computer by clicking the 'Start' or Windows icon, select 'All Programs' and then choose the HP folder to open a new window. Double-click the 'HP Solution Center' utility application.
Click the 'Settings' button and then click the 'Printer Toolbox' button in the 'HP Solution Center' window.
Click the 'Device Services' tab and then click the 'Estimated Ink Levels' button to display a visual of the ink levels for each cartridge.



Open any document in an application that can print, such as a letter in Microsoft Word.
Select 'Print' under 'File' in the top menu bar or under the Office button to launch the print dialog window. Check that the HP Deskjet F300 Series printer is selected next to 'Printer.'
Click the 'Properties' button and then click the 'Services' tab in the 'Properties' window.
Click the 'Service This Device' button represented by either an icon showing ink level bars or a wrench icon. Click the 'Estimated Ink Levels' option to display ink levels for each cartridge as colored bars.



Launch the 'System Preferences' application by clicking the 'System Preferences' icon from the dock or by selecting 'System Preferences' under the Apple logo in the top menu bar.
Click the 'Print & Fax' button to open the 'Printers and Faxes' window. Select the HP Deskjet F300 printer from the list of installed printers and then click the 'Options and Supplies' button.
Click the 'Utility' tab and then select the
Ink Level
option to view the current estimated ink level for each cartridge.

How to Check the Ink Level of an Epson Inkjet Printer

Install the Epson StatusMonitor software. This program comes on the CD included with the printer. It can also be downloaded from the Epson Web site.
Open the Epson StatusMonitor program in any application (such as word processing, spreadsheets or Web browsers) that allows you to print. Click on the 'File' menu tab in the control bar of the application.
Select print or page setup from the 'File' menu. A dialog box will open. In that box, click on the 'StatusMonitor' icon, which will open the 'Epson StatusMonitor' dialog box. Also, you can click on the 'Utility' icon and then the 'Epson StatusMonitor' button from the 'Utility' dialog box.
Click on the 'Update' button to update the display (if you do not think these levels are accurate) when the 'Epson StatusMonitor' dialog box displays the relative ink levels for each cartridge in the printer.
Go back to the 'Print' dialog box to change the way that the StatusMonitor utility monitors your printer and ink levels. Click on the 'Utility' button again.
Click on the 'Configuration' button in the 'Utility' dialog box. The open 'Configuration' dialog box will let you adjust settings such as ink level warnings and ink level monitoring before each printing.

How to Change the Letter Size in a Printer

Click on 'Start' and then 'Control Panel'. Select 'Printers and Faxes'. If you're already using an application, you can access the printer settings by going to 'File' then 'Print.'
Right click your printer and choose 'Printing Preferences'. If you're accessing this through an application, click the 'Properties' button.
Choose 'Letter Size' from the Paper Size drop down menu and change the 'Height' and 'Width' sizes to create a custom size.
Choose a different paper size from the Paper Size drop down menu to create different project letter sizes. You can customize the size for each paper size type.
Click 'Apply' when finished. Click 'OK' to close the printer properties and continue printing your document or project.

How to Reset an HP C4580 Printer

Turn off the printer by pressing the 'Power' button on the front.
Turn the printer around and remove the power cord from the back.
Unplug the power cord from the electrical socket.
Wait for 30 seconds.
Reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet.
Reconnect the power cord to the rear of the printer.
Turn the printer back on by pressing the 'Power' button again.

How to Install a Printer Without a CD

Place the computer and printer next to each other and make sure that all the wires are connected to both the printer and the computer.
Turn the computer on and wait for it to boot up.
Plug the printer into the wall and then take the USB cord that is attached to the printer and plug it into the appropriate port on the computer.
Turn the printer on.
Click on 'Start menu' and go to the 'Control panel'.
Find 'Printers and hardware' box and click on it.
Take mouse and click 'Add printer'.
When you see 'Welcome to the add printer wizard,' hit 'Next.'
Click 'Automatically detect and install plug and play printer' on the add printer wizard page. Click 'Next.'
Installing the printer will begin if the network can automatically detect it. Otherwise, the message unable to detect will pop up and you will be prompted to install the printer manually. Click 'Next.'
Select printer port. Use the recommended port for best set up options. Click 'Next.'
Pick manufacturer and printer. Click 'Next.'
Type a name or confirm name if it appears in the box and set printer as default printer if wish. Click 'Next.'
Print a test page to be sure printer is set up and online. Click 'Next.'
Receive a successful completion of installation of printer message. Click 'Finish.'

How to Change a Printer Name in Windows (4 Steps)

Log on to your computer as the administrator. Click the 'Start' button, followed by 'Control Panel.'
Select 'Hardware and Sound' from within the control panel. Scroll down the list, locate, and click 'Printers.'
Select the printer that you want to rename by clicking on it. Click the 'Rename this printer' icon from toolbar located at the top of the page. You may be prompted to enter the administrator's password, if this is the case, enter the password in the appropriate field and press 'OK' to continue with the process.
Enter the new printer name in the open message field next to the printer icon. Using you mouse button, right click outside of the message bar to save the text. You have now renamed your printer.

How to Stop an HP Printer From Bugging You About the Ink Level

Click 'Start' and select 'Control Panel.'
Select the 'Printers and Faxes' icon in Windows XP or the 'Printers' icon in Windows Vista of Windows 7. Click the HP printer to select it.
Click the 'File' pulldown menu at the top of the window. Press the 'Alt' key if you are using Windows Vista or Windows 7 to display the menu lists. Click on the 'Server Properties' command.
Click the 'Advanced' tab in the 'Server Properties' box. Click the check boxes next to 'Show informational notifications for local printers' and 'Show informational notifications for network printers' so both boxes do not have checks in them. Click 'OK.'

How to Check the Ink Level on an HP Inkjet Printer

Check the back of your computer to make sure that the printer is appropriately connected to the computer and is plugged in. If the printer is not plugged into the computer, find the printer jack on the back of the computer and plug it in before you move on to the next step.
Click on the 'Start' menu button which is located on bottom left hand corner of your screen. Click on the 'Settings' bar and notice that a list of functions pop up to the left of the settings button. Click on the control panel icon.
Look for the printer/fax icon in the control panel window. Double click on the printer icon.
Find the icon for your printer in the opened window and right click on the icon. Now click on the 'Preferences' option.
Look for the menu box pop up with tabs near the top of the box. Click on the 'Services' tab.
Click on 'Service this device.' You will find the button on the Services menu that you just activated.
Click on the estimated ink level tab and a graphic will appear indicating how much ink is left in the cartridge.

How to Use Primo PDF

Visit primopdf.com, download and install PrimoPDF software. PrimoPDF is free to install and use. Once installed, PrimoPDF becomes another printer within your list of printers available.
Open the document you want to convert to PDF. Since PrimoPDF is installed as a printer, any file you can print can be converted using PrimoPDF.
Click the 'Print' button within your software. In most programs the 'Print' button is an icon on the toolbar or you may locate the 'Print' button within the 'File' menu. Pressing 'CTRL' plus 'P' in any Windows program will bring up the 'Print' dialog window.
Select 'PrimoPDF' from the list of printers and click 'Print.' This may take a moment but will bring up the PrimoPDF conversion screen. The first time you select the 'PrimoPDF' printer, a window will pop up informing you that it may change the file name. If you do not want to view this window again, uncheck the 'Always show this message' box and click the 'OK' button. Otherwise, click the 'OK' button to continue to the PrimoPDF conversion screen.
Select the icon for the file compression you want. These options each compress the file differently. The 'Screen' option creates the smallest file size and thus, a lower quality. The 'eBook' option creates a medium file size. The 'PrePress' option creates a very large file size and is best used only when sending documents to a professional printer. The 'Custom' option allows you to select resolution size, PDF version and color options.
Click on the 'Change' button in the 'Security' area to add security to the PDF. Security options allow users to add a password in order for the document to be opened or add a password in order to make changes to the document. If you want to set the password on all documents created with PrimoPDF, select the 'Always use these settings' check box.
Click on the '...' button within the 'Save as' area to select the location on your computer in which to save the PDF file.
Click on the 'Post processing' drop-down arrow to select the option you want to occur after the PDF document has been created. Options are 'Open PDF,' 'Email PDF,' or 'Do Nothing.' The 'Open PDF' option will convert the document and open within your PDF viewer. The 'Email PDF' option will convert the document and open your e-mail program with the PDF file as an attachment. The 'Do Nothing' option will convert the file and close the PrimoPDF window.
Click on the 'Print' button once you have made the selections above. This will convert the document to a PDF file format and proceed with the option you selected within the 'Post processing' drop-down.

How to Reset the Canon iP1800 Photo Inkjet Printer

Turn the printer on and press the 'resume' button. Hold it for 1-2 minutes.
Open the printer cover. Release and remove the cartridge from printer.
Immediately place the cartridge back into its proper position and close the printer cover.
Turn the printer off. Wait 30 seconds.
Turn the printer on.

How to Add a Printer in DOS (6 Steps)

Connect printer to computer. As all printers differ, refer to the instruction manual the printer came with.
Click 'Start' in the bottom left corner of the task bar on computer screen and select 'Settings.'
Select 'Control Panel' from the 'Settings' drop-down menu.
Double-click 'Printers' in the 'Control Panel' window.
Double-click 'Add Printer' in the 'Printers' dialogue box and follow the instructions that appear on screen to install the printer.
Select 'Yes' under 'Do you print from MS-DOS-based programs?' when the 'Network Path Name' prompt appears. Continue following instructions on screen to complete printer installation.

How to Connect a Printer to a Computer

Position your printer. If you have a laser printer, allow a few inches of space on all sides for ventilation. Ink-jet printers don't require ventilation.
Buy a bidirectional, IEEE 1284-compliant parallel printer cable. (Printers rarely come with cables. See 'How to Buy a Printer Cable,' under Related eHows, for more information.)
Shut down the computer, but leave it plugged into the surge suppressor.
Compare the connectors at the opposite ends of the cable.
Attach the 25-pin end of the cable to the parallel, or printer, port on the computer. (The plug will go in only one way.)
Tighten the hand screws securely.
Connect the other end of the cable into the printer's socket.
Latch the retaining clips (on most printer ports).
Plug the power cord into the printer and into the surge suppressor.
Turn on the printer.
Install cartridges according to the printer manufacturer's instructions.
Turn on the computer.
Install printer driver software according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Add the printer to the list of printers your computer recognizes (see 'How to Add a Printer,' under Related eHows). On a Macintosh, just select the new printer in the Chooser.

How to Reboot an HP PSC 2355 Printer (3 Steps)

Press the 'Power' button and wait for the printer to shut down completely if it has not done so already. Wait 60 seconds for the memory to reset. Try to reboot the printer by simply pressing the 'Power' button again.
Unplug the USB and power cables from the back of your HP 2355 printer if it still will not respond. Wait 60 seconds and plug the cords back into your device.
Press the 'Power' button to reboot the printer. The printer will run a quick self-diagnostic test and the lights will flash. All memory will be cleared, and interrupted print jobs should restart.

How to Find Out What Kind of Ink Cartridge I Need for My Printer

Locate the existing ink cartridges inside the printer. Remove the cartridge and find the correlating identification number on the outside casing. You can order a replacement cartridge using that exact number either online or by locating the cartridge by number in a store. Inkjet printers require separate ink cartridges for black and color ink cartridges, making it necessary to buy two replacement cartridges. In some cases, your printer may require separate ink cartridges for all four colors: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Black, necessitating four replacement cartridges.
Locate the name of the printer by inspecting the outside of the actual machine. The name of the printer and any identifying description should be on the front of the machine, or at the very least, on the back where the cord extends from the machine. For example, if the front of your machine reads 'HP Photosmart 8250' jot that information down for easy reference when going to purchase a replacement.
Log on to the office supply website of your choice. Locate and select the 'Ink & Toner' section and enter the make and model of your printer. Evaluate the options provided, while determining if you need black, color or both ink cartridges. Purchase accordingly.
Drive to an office supply store and ask a sales associate to help locate the replacements quickly. Make a note of the ink cartridge number for future purchases.

How to Undry Printer Cartridges (4 Steps)

Open up the front lid to the printer.
Remove the ink cartridges from the printer.
Take a damp cue tip and rub it across the end of the cartridge that ink comes out of. This will remove any old ink from the cartridge and create a clear path.
Dry off the cartridge with the other end of the cue tip. Place the cartridge back into the printer.

How to Print on a DVD With a Laser Printer

Ensure your laser printer is CD/DVD-compatible if you haven't already. If you are unsure, consult the manual.
Open your printer control panel. For most printers, you can do this by selecting 'Print' from any application, then clicking 'Settings' or 'Preferences.' Some laser printers also install a little printer icon in the lower-right corner of your screen.
Look for and click on a tab or link labeled 'Paper Type,' 'Paper Size' or 'Media.'
Click the drop-down box and select 'CD/DVD.'
Insert a printable DVD into your printer. You'll know a DVD is printable because the top will be white instead of silver or colored. CD/DVD-compatible laser printers will have a special slot for this. Be sure the disc is facing the right way or the printer will print on the recordable side and ruin the disc.
Open the image or document you wish to print on the DVD.
Click 'Print' from the application's 'File' menu.
Click 'Print.'

How to Print With a Photo Printer Without Using a Computer

Setup your printer. Make sure your printer is configured and assembled correctly. Refer to your manual.
Load paper. In basic mode, you will print on 4- x 6-inch glossy paper. Insert the paper upright into the printer, glossy side up. Place it against the right paper guard and slide the moveable paper guide over so it touches the left side.
Determine how you will access pictures. There are several ways to get photos onto your printer. You can use USB, dock your camera or use a memory card. Steps 4 through 6 explain each option.
Connect with USB. This uses Pictbridge technology and your camera must be Pictbridge enabled. Simply connect a USB cable from your camera to your printer. Make sure both devices are turned on and ready.
Connect by docking. If you charge your camera with a dock, you can connect the dock to the printer just as you'd connect it to your PC. Some printers also have built-in docks.
Transfer via memory card. Remove the memory card from your camera. Find the slot for the memory card on your printer (you may have to open a panel) and insert the card.
Preview your pictures. If you are connecting with USB, you will preview and print using the camera's controls. Otherwise, use the LCD screen to scroll through your pictures and select which ones to print. Take note of the numbers.
Print an index. If you do not have a preview screen, find the option on the menu to print an index. Your printer will print thumbnails of your photos as well as numbers. Write down the numbers of the photos you want to print.
Select a photo to print. Use your camera's interface or your printer's interface to select the photo you want. Find a 'select photo' feature and scroll down to the number or thumbnail you want. Press 'okay.'
Print. Press the print button on your printer to begin printing.

How to Convert a Paralleled Printer to Wireless

Unplug the printer cable from the printer and computer.
Plug the print server firmly into the printer and secure it with the retainer clips.
Plug the CAT5 cable into the print server and the router.
Connect the power adapter to the print server and plug it into the wall.



Install the software for setting up the print server on the computer used to administrate the network.
Follow the directions that came with the print server to log in to the print server and set the options needed for your network.
Log into your router and look under the DHCP settings to find out where it starts assigning IP addresses. Most routers default to between 192.168.1.2 and 192.168.1.50.
Assign your printer an IP address. To avoid conflicts, set your printer's IP address outside of that range -- to something between 192.168.1.51 and 192.168.1.255.



Click the Start button. Navigate to Control Panel, then Printers and Faxes, then Add Printer.
Click Next on the dialog that pops up. Select the radio button next to 'A network printer or a printer attached to another computer.'
Click Next again. Select the radio button next to 'Connect to a printer on the Internet or on a home or office network:' In the field, type in the IP address that you specified for your printer via the print server.
Click Next. At this point, the printer will install automatically using drivers supplied with your operating system or you will be prompted to provide a disk containing the drivers.

How to Change the Font for a Dot Matrix Printer

Check your printer for a ��Quality�� or ��Speed�� button. You can find this on your printer��s control panel, usually on the top or front of the printer.
Choose a different quality or speed. When you choose a different quality or speed on a dot matrix printer, the printer will change to a different font to accommodate your request.
Use the ��Quality�� or ��Speed�� button to change the font for an entire document, before you begin printing. Each keypress will cycle you through the available fonts.



Consult your printer manual to determine if it will respond to invisible ��printer codes�� which you can embed in your document. A printer code will not print a character, but will change the font for subsequent characters. If you do not have the manual, check the manufacturer��s website. If the manufacturer's website cannot be found, or if they do not list their dot matrix printers, perform an Internet search for the exact make and model; some websites have posted manuals for older printers which are no longer being made.
Write these codes into your document to change fonts on the fly in the middle of your document. If your word processor will not let you embed printer codes, use a programmer��s text editor, which will allow inclusion of invisible characters.
Print the document to confirm that your printer codes are working properly.

How to Change the Default Printer in MS Word (4 Steps)

Click the 'Windows' button or click the 'Start' button.
Click 'Printers and Faxes' to open the Printers and Faxes window.
Right-click the printer you want, then click 'Set as Default Printer.'
Close the window to save the changes.

How to Unclog Epson Inkjets

Press the cleaning button located on the front of the printer. Hold it down for 3 seconds to begin the cleaning cycle.
Run a cleaning cycle using your Epson printer utilities program. In Windows, go to 'Start,' 'Printers and Faxes,' right-click on your printer and choose 'Printing Preferences.' Select the 'Utility' or 'Maintenance' tab, depending on your printer model, and click 'Head Cleaning.' When the head cleaning cycle is complete, run 'Nozzle Check.' Repeat the head cleaning and nozzle check one to three times.To access the Epson printer utility in OS X, select the Epson Printer Utility icon in the Applications folder in Macintosh HD. If prompted, select your printer from the Printer List, then click 'OK.'
Clean the print head manually. Remove the ink cartridges from your printer according to the instructions in your owner's manual. Turn off your printer. Dip a cotton swab in isopropyl alcohol, ammonia or hot water and rub the swab against the print head. Let the printer sit overnight.Remove the print head according to the instructions in your owner's manual. Soak the print head for at least an hour in a small dish of hot water or isopropyl alcohol.



Use your printer at least once a week. Regular use will keep dried ink from clogging your print heads. If you have a color inkjet printer, print full color pages in addition to black-and-white documents.
Turn your printer off when not in use. This will prevent warm ink from bleeding onto the print head. If you have to store your printer, remove the ink cartridges.
Use a cleaning kit regularly. A cleaning kit usually includes a tube of ammonia that you spray on the printer head to clean dry ink.

How to Bring an Offline Printer Online (5 Steps)

Make sure that all cables are properly connected and that the printer is powered on. If this is a network printer, make sure its network connection is securely connected.
Click the Windows 'Start' button, select 'Control Panel,' choose 'Hardware and Sound' and click 'Devices and Printers.' A new window will open up and display all the printers currently set up on your computer.
Find the printer that needs to be brought online. Double-click on the printer that is offline. A new window will appear. Click on 'Printer' in the menu bar and scroll down to 'Connect.'
If the printer is still not printing, turn off both the printer and the computer. Turn the printer on and let it go through its startup procedure. Once the printer is ready, turn the computer on. This will allow the Windows operating system to detect the printer.
If the printer is still not online, remove the printer from the list of printers in the Window that you navigated to in Step 2, and then reinstall the printer.

How to Photocopy With a Canon Pixma MX310

Press the 'Power' button, located on the left-side of the control panel, to turn on the Pixma MX310.
Press the 'Copy' button, located on the left side of the printer's control panel.
Place the document or documents that you would like to copy on the glass, or in the automatic document feeder. To use the flat-bed scanner, lift the cover of the printer and then place the original face-down aligned with the top-right corner of the glass. To use the automatic document feeder, lift the document tray from the top-left of the top of the printer. Insert the original face-up into the automatic document feeder tray. Slide the guides to fit around the document or documents.
Enter the number of copies that you would like to make using the numeric buttons.
Press the 'Settings' button to adjust the copy settings if desired. Use the 'Left' and 'Right' arrow buttons to scroll through the adjustable settings, including enlarge/reduce, page size, media type, intensity and image quality. When the setting that you would like to change is displayed, press the 'OK' button and then use the 'Left' and 'Right' arrow buttons to adjust the setting. Press the 'OK' button again to save the setting.
Press the 'Color' button to make a color copy of the document using the entered settings. Press the 'Black' button to make a black and white copy of the document using the entered settings. When the 'Color' or 'Black' button is pressed, the copies will be made.

How to Link a Printer to a Wireless Device (6 Steps)

Download your printer drivers to the wireless devices that you are going to use to print, if they are not already loaded. You can download them directly from the HP site. Go to the 'Support and Drivers' page, select 'Download drivers and software,' enter your printer number, select 'Operating system,' select 'Basic driver,' click 'Download only,' click 'Save file,' and follow the instructions to finish installation.
Turn your computer on and close any open programs. Insert the wireless print server CD. Click 'Install' and follow the directions on the screen.
Connect the wireless print server to your computer using the set-up cable with the micro-USB connector.
Plug in the wireless printer server power cord. When your computer recognizes the server, click 'Next.' Follow the on-screen instructions. You will be prompted for your SSID and password.
Remove the set-up cable from the wireless print server and computer, when prompted and click 'Next.' Connect the print server to your printer using the standard USB cable. Make sure they are both on. When the computer recognizes the printer, click 'Next.' Click 'Finish' to complete the installation.
Test your device to ensure that it can successfully transmit to the print server. If it doesn't work, check your cables and/or print drivers.

How to Hook Up a Wireless Printer (5 Steps)

Plug your wireless printer into a wall outlet and turn it on. Go to your computer, press 'Start,' open 'Control Panel,' and click 'Printers and Faxes.'
Click the 'Add a printer' option and click 'Next.' On the next screen, you'll see the phrase 'Automatically detect' next to a box; make sure the box is not checked.
Create a new port by selecting the 'Standard TCP/IP Port' option and clicking 'Next.' On the following screen, define the IP address for the wireless printer. Click the 'Finish' button and restart your computer.
Allow the computer to finish booting up and you should see a message indicating that new hardware has been detected. Click on the message to continue installing the printer. Your computer will ask how you want to install the drivers for the computer; click the 'Have disk' option. Load the installation software for the printer into your computer's optical drive.
Complete the installation process. The installation wizard will ask you for the location of the files needed to install drivers; give the name of your optical drive, click the 'Open' button and click 'OK.' A window will appear asking you to identify the device you're installing, you should see your printer's manufacturer and model number in the list; highlight it and press the 'Next' button twice. Allow the installation process to complete and print out a test page.

How to Remove Memory Segments for a Printer (4 Steps)

Disconnect the printer from the network and from its power source. This eliminates the risk of potential electric shock and prevents other office users from sending print jobs to the printer.
Remove panels from the printer. Using the User's Manual as a guide, locate and remove the panel or panels that cover the printer's hard drive and memory chips. These panels usually are located on the back or underside of the printer and can be removed by using a screwdriver.
Locate and remove the memory chips. The memory chips are inserted into a SIM slot and are held in place by small clips on the side of the SIM slot. You should be able to easily remove the memory chips by hand, but you might need to use a pair of needle-nose pliers when working on small-boxed printers.
Destroy the memory chips or reuse in an identical printer models. To be completely sure that your data does not leave your office, it is best to destroy the memory chips by breaking them into pieces. If you have an identical printer, you might be able to install the memory chips into another printer to expand its memory.

How to Scan Something Into a Computer

Prepare your computer by installing the drivers and software needed to connect your computer to your scanner and enable scanning. Your manufacturer's website contains the latest drivers. Connect your scanner or all-in-one printer to your computer via the appropriate port, typically USB or FireWire. Restart your computer when the installation process is complete, and plug and power on your scanner or all-in-one printer.
Configure your scanner by reviewing the scanner software. Set the quality levels, 72 dots per inch, or dpi, is typical, though some scanners can scan at 200 dpi or higher. Define the type of scan you're conducting from the choices. Typical choices include; color photo, document, black and white photo, color document and text/line art. Define the type of viewing you'll conduct for the item to help set the quality level -- typical choices include Web or document.
Raise the cover of your all-in-one printer to place a document on the scanning area. Use the guide marks located near the scanning glass to position your document or item. If you don't, you risk part of the document or photo being cut off as it is out of view for scanning purposes.
Insert your documents into the feeder if you have an all-in-one printer that contains the automatic paper feeder. Typically, scanners and all-in-one printers load no more than 10 sheets at one time.
Preview the scan by select 'Prescan' or 'Preview,' if you want to view the scan results before accepting them.
Press the button labeled 'Scan' on your all-in-one printer or scanner if the initial scan is acceptable. Scanning often takes a few minutes to complete, especially at higher levels of quality.
Save the scanned item in the file type you need, such as files using the extension JPG, BMP or PDF. The scanning software prompts you to pick the file format when you save the scanned image.

How to Print Directly to a Network Printer in Windows

Connect to the network you would like to print on by plugging in your Ethernet cable or establishing a wireless network connection.
Open the 'Print' menu in the software program of your choice.
Select the network printer from the list of printer devices, then click 'Print.'

How to Fix a Printer That's Putting Lines in Text

Update the printer��s drivers to ensure that the current driver is in use. Download the printer driver from the printer manufacturer��s website. You can usually locate printer drivers by checking under printer support for your specific printer model. Save the driver to an easily accessible location on your computer such as the desktop. Run the driver installation location and follow the onscreen directions to install the driver to your system. A system reboot may be necessary to launch the new driver. After reboot, test the printer by printing a paragraph of text to determine if the lines are gone.
Run the software-based printer head cleaning utility for your printer. The utility can be accessed either from the menu contained in the printer itself, or through the printer utility package included with your printer drivers. Check for the printer utility among the installed applications in the start menu on your system. Run the utility to clean the printer head and then print the nozzle check pattern to determine if the cleaning utility has cleared the lines away.
Clean the inside of the printer, removing any dirt that may be interfering with the printing process. Unplug the printer before cleaning and then open the printer case. Use a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe the inside of the printer case. If dealing with a laser printer, allow it 15 minutes to cool down before cleaning. Make sure to clean all gears and rollers. In addition, clean the area of the printer the paper passes through to make sure the paper isn��t dragging through dust during the printing process. Plug the printer back in and print a test page to determine the effectiveness of the cleaning.
Change the printer cartridges for new ones. The ink cartridge may have clogged or run out of ink. A fresh cartridge may fix the text line error. Open the printer body and remove the old cartridge from the unit. Remove the protective paper covering from the printer head of the new cartridge, without touching the head. Install the new cartridge and close the printer case. Wait for the printer to ready the new cartridge for printing, and then print a test paragraph to ensure that the lines in the text are gone.

How to Install a Toner Cartridge in an HP LaserJet 1200 Series

Turn off the printer.
Flip the front toner door toward your body, exposing the printer cartridge. The toner door will release the cartridge. Slide it out of the compartment.
Remove the new cartridge from its package and shake it back and forth. Bend the tab on the cartridge's right side to release it and pull out the strip of tape from the cartridge.
Slide the cartridge into the toner compartment. It will snap in place. Close the toner door.

How to Take Out an Ink Cartridge From an Epson Printer

Press the 'Power' button to turn on your printer.
Open the top cover of the printer. On some models, you may need to move the output tray down before doing this.
Press the ink cartridge replacement button on your printer.
Flip open the cartridge cover.
Pinch the top and bottom edges of the ink cartridge you want to replace and pull straight up to remove it from the printer.

How to Set Up an HP Printer to Fax

Place the HP printer on a level surface near the computer. Plug the printer into the electrical outlet.
Connect the USB cable to the back of the HP printer and connect the opposite end to the computer USB port. Turn the printer on by pressing the 'Power' button. Let the unit synchronize. The power light will be steady when the unit is ready.
Insert the HP printer Set-up CD into the computer CD-rom drive. The driver installation will automatically begin. Follow the on-screen prompts to install the unit to the computer. Once finished, you will be prompted to restart the computer. The HP printer is now installed.
Connect an active telephone line to the back of the HP printer. You will see the telephone jack next to the USB port. The HP printer is now ready to fax a document.Place the document facing backwards into the printer, then press the phone number into the number key pad and hit 'Start' on the HP printer.

How to Print a PDF File to a Dot Matrix Printer

Turn on the dot matrix printer and load in the paper ream. Check that enough ink is available to print the PDF.
Double-click the PDF icon to open it or browse to its location on the computer.
Click the 'File' menu. Select 'Print.' Choose the printer from the 'Name' drop-down if it is not already showing as the default option.
Click up the 'Copies' box to the number of copies of the PDF to print.
Click the 'OK' button to print the PDF.

How to Install a Wireless Printer Without a CD

Plug your wireless printer into power.
Search through your wireless printer menu panel to see if an installation process is included directly on the printer. You may just need to run this program to be able to access the printer on your network.
Go to the printer manufacturer website. Look in the downloads or support section for the installation and driver packages. Download the installation program for your printer on each computer that you wish to use the printer on.
Follow the on-screen instructions for the installation program. Manufacturers have many styles of installation setups, but generally you just need to click 'Next' to install the drivers and any additional software needed. The wireless printer installer typically configures the wireless printer on your computer for you.

How to Load Envelopes into a Canon PIXMA PM970 Series Printer

Insure the envelopes are prepared for printing by pressing down on all four corners and along the edges to flatten them down. Flatten the leading edge of any envelope that is curled or puffed up by pressing down on it with a pen until its crease is sharp and defined.
Load up to 10 envelopes into the upper paper tray, print side up and flap side down. Align the envelopes with the bottom of the envelope against the right side of the Paper Support Guide. Pinch the Guide and slide it to the left until it is snug against the envelopes.
Press the 'Paper Feed Switch' located below the 'ON/OFF' switch on the operations panel to select the rear paper feed. The light above the Paper Feed Switch should indicate the Rear Paper Tray has been selected.
Open the print application on your computer. Select the 'Media Type' option. Select 'Envelope,' and under the Page Size option select either 'Comm. Env. #10' or '#10 Envelope.' Under Orientation select 'Landscape' and hit 'Print.'

How to Install Canon iP2600 Ink Cartridges (7 Steps)

Turn on your Canon iP2600.
Lift the top cover up to access the cartridge holder, which should move to the left side of the printer. If you're replacing a cartridge, press down on the top front of the cartridge to unlock it from the holder, pull it from its slot and set it aside for disposal.
Remove a new cartridge from its packaging. Hold the cartridge by the sides near the front. Grasp the tab on the side of the cartridge and then gently pull it down to pull the tape off the ink nozzles.
Hold the cartridge with the front angled down slightly and the back pointing slightly up and insert it into the holder -- black on the left side or color on the right.
Push the front of the cartridge up to lock it into its holder slot.
Repeat with the other cartridge if needed.
Flip down the top cover. Wait for the 'Power' LED to stop flashing and then begin printing.

How to Recycle a Brother Toner Drum (5 Steps)

Wrap the toner drum unit in a plastic bag or plastic wrap and place it in a shipping box. Place packing materials around the drum and tape the box closed.
Click on the 'Brother USPS Return Labels' link in the Resources section. Print a page of prepaid labels and cut out one of the labels from the page.
Write your address information on the 'From' lines in the top left corner of the label.
Attach the label to your shipping box with the clear tape.
Schedule a carrier pickup with USPS (see Resources) or take your drum unit shipment to your local USPS office.

How to Troubleshoot Canon Printers

See if your Canon printer has its indicator lights flashing in a specific pattern and then consult your manual to see if there is a corresponding error code. Follow the instructions in the manual for how to fix the associated problem, or continue on with more troubleshooting if it isn't displaying a specific error code.
Make sure the power cord is plugged into your wall outlet and the USB cable is firmly connected to your computer. Open the top of the printer and do a quick visual inspection to see if there is a piece of paper stuck in the paper feed.
Restart your computer and attempt to print off something new in case the computer has stopped recognizing your printer or the print queue has stopped responding due to a software error.
Navigate to your computer's 'Control Panel' and click on the 'Printers and Faxes' option. Click on the 'Add A Printer' button if your Canon printer isn't showing up in the list. Follow the on-screen instructions so that your computer will run a test to try to detect the printer.
Try uninstalling and re-installing the Canon software that came with your printer and then navigate your Web browser to their official Web page and download the most recent version of the software driver.
Open the Canon printer software and choose the 'Properties' or 'Options' tab. Click on the option to 'Test Alignment' or 'Clean Print Heads,' depending on which version of the software you are using. Wait for the printer to finish its alignment and then print off a test page. Check to see if the test page printed properly and then contact Canon for repair or replacement options if it still isn't working properly.

How to Ping a Printer for a Mac

Click the 'Finder' icon in the Dock at the bottom of the window.
Highlight 'Applications' from the 'Places' list on the left side of the 'Finder' window.
Open the 'Utilities' folder and then double-click the 'Terminal' icon. An empty command prompt window will appear.
Type 'ping' followed by a space and then the IP address of your network printer. For example, if your printer's IP address is 10.1.1.7, you would type 'ping 10.1.1.7' into the command prompt.
Hit 'Return' on your keyboard to run the command.
Wait for the ping results to start loading in the window and then hold down the 'Control' and 'C' keys to halt the 'ping' command. If the results say the device responded to the data bytes, it means your network printer is online and connected.

How to Fix Shadow Letters on a Brother MFC

Turn on the MFC-685 and wait for it to become silent, indicating it is done warming up. Place paper in the printer's input tray, if some paper is not already present.
Press the 'Ink' button on the printer's control panel. Use the arrow buttons on the control panel until you highlight 'Test Print' on the printer's display screen, and then press the 'OK' button on the control panel.
Use the arrow keys on the control panel to highlight 'Alignment' on the printer's display, and press the 'OK' button. Press either the 'Black Start' or 'Color Start' button to begin printing the alignment page.
Examine the printout to see if section 5 matches section 0 the best in both the 600 and 1,200 dpi sections. Press the '1' button on the printer's control panel if section 5 does match section 0 the best in both the 600 and 1,200 dots per inch sections.
Press the '2' button if another section matched section 0 better. Press the number of the section in the 600 dpi section of the printout that matches section 0 the best, and then press the number that matches the best out of the 1,200 dpi section of the printout. Press the 'Stop/Exit' button on the printer's control panel to finish checking and adjusting the printer's alignment.

How to Increase the Memory of an HP Laserjet 6P

Push the 'Go' and 'Self Test' buttons on the LaserJet 6P control panel simultaneously. The printer prints a test page showing the current configuration. The configuration shows any expansion modules for fonts that are currently installed. Turn the printer off.
Remove all cables from the back of the LaserJet 6P.
Press the latch on the right side of the LaserJet 6P to release the top lid. Lift the lid of the printer.
Press the latch on the left side of the LaserJet 6P to release the cover on the left side. You should see two indicator arrows next to the release latch. Pull the cover toward you until the two arrows line up, and then lift the cover off of the LaserJet 6P to reveal the three memory slots.
Position a memory module so that the cutout in the module faces down. Slide the metal contacts on the bottom of the module into an empty memory slot at an angle. After inserting the contacts fully, tilt the module until it stands upright. The metal clips on the sides of the memory slot grip the module when it is installed properly. Repeat this process with each LaserJet 6P memory module that you want to install.
Replace the cover over the left side of the LaserJet 6P, and lower the top lid.
Replace the cables on the back of the LaserJet 6P, and turn the printer on.
Print a second test page to confirm that the LaserJet 6P recognizes the new memory.

How to Change Printer Settings to Wireless in the HP 4580

Press the 'Setup' button on your printer and select the 'Network' menu.
Choose your wireless network name from the available wireless list.
Enter your wireless network password.



Disconnect the printer's USB cable on the rear of the printer.
Click the green 'Start' menu on your desktop and choose 'HP' from your program's menu options.
Enter your printer model number and select 'Add Device.'
Click on the connection tab and select the 'Wireless' option. Select 'OK' and close the window.

How to Make My Brother MFC Printer Wireless (5 Steps)

Connect the Ethernet port of the MFC printer to one of the Ethernet ports of your wireless router. Verify that the Internet modem, the wireless router and the MFC printer are all powered on.
Open your computer��s Start Menu by clicking the 'Start' button on the taskbar. Click ��Devices and Printers.�� Click ��Add a Printer�� at the top of the screen.
Select the second option to install a wireless or network printer. Highlight your MFC printer from the list of printers your computer detects within range. Click ��Next.��
Install the print drivers associated with the MFC printer. Insert the installation CD that came with the MFC printer if prompted. Give your computer permission to search for the drivers online if you do not have the installation CD. Click ��Next�� when you receive the confirmation message that the computer installed the drivers separately.
Type in the name you want to associate with your MFC printer in the space provided. Click ��Next.�� Choose whether to share your printer with others on a network. Click ��Next.�� Choose whether you want the MFC printer to be your default printer on your computer. Click ��Finish.��

How to Make Laser Printer Toner Last Longer

Compare the stated page yields on remanufactured and name brand toner. While third party and remanufactured toner is generally cheaper, the name brand cartridges could be a better value if they yield more pages.
Clean the area underneath the toner cartridge on a regular basis. Once a week, remove the toner cartridge and set it aside, then use a soft cloth or a small vacuum to clean the area where the cartridge sat. This will remove any paper dust and toner residue that could foul the paper path and cause you to waste paper and toner.
Use the print preview function before sending your documents to the printer. Sometimes the document does not look like you expected it to and if you print the document you waste that paper and the toner. Click on the 'File' menu and choose 'Print Preview' to see the document exactly as it will appear on the page. This gives you a chance to make any needed changes and avoid wasted effort.
Print in draft mode whenever possible to save on toner costs. To print in draft mode, click the 'File' menu and choose 'Print,' then click the 'Properties' button. Change the DPI setting to a lower value by clicking on the 'Print Quality' box.
Remove the toner cartridge from the printer and shake it vigourously, both up and down and from side to side. Shake the cartridge when you see the print beginning to get lighter. This will move the remaining toner powder around and help it last longer. Depending on your printer model and printing volume, you can get anywhere from an extra day to an extra week of printing by shaking down the cartridge.
Use the duplex feature of your printer if it is available. Duplexing prints on both the front and back of each page, helping you save both ink and paper.

How to Scan Images Onto a Computer From a Canon Printer

Connect the all-in-one printer to your computer through the provided USB power cable. Install all drivers that came with the Canon product. Without the drivers the computer is unable to import scanned images to your system.
Power on the printer and lift the cover on the top of the scanner bed. Position the image face down on the scanner glass, positioned in the corner where the green arrow points. Close the lid to secure the image.
Click the 'Start' button, then choose 'All Programs,' 'Accessories' and select 'Scanner and Camera Wizard.' This is a pre-installed application found on all Windows-based computers.
Choose the 'Scan' option, then select the connected Canon all-in-one printer and click 'Scan' again. The image is scanned into your computer with a display of the picture on the screen.
Click 'File' in the upper left corner of the desktop, followed by 'Save.' A save window appears on the screen. Title the image, choose a location to save the file to and click 'OK.' The image file is now saved to your computer.

How to Convert a USB Printer to RJ45

Plug the USB cable into the USB port on the printer.
Insert the other end of the USB cable into the USB port on the USB to Ethernet RJ45 adapter.
Connect an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet side of the RJ45 adapter. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the 'WAN' port on the network adapter or to whatever you want to connect it.

How to Share a Printer Through WiFi

Install the printer on one of the computers on the network according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Open the 'Printers and Faxes' folder by clicking on 'Start,' 'Control Panel' and 'Printers and Faxes.'
Right-click on the appropriate printer in the 'Printers and Faxes' folder and select 'Sharing.'
Click the 'Sharing' tab in the dialog box that comes up.
Click on 'Share this Printer.' Enter a name for the printer in the space provided. Click on 'Apply' and then click 'OK.'
Go to another computer on the network and open the 'Printers and Faxes' folder. Double-click on 'Add Printer' and click 'Next.'
In the'Add Printer' wizard select 'A network printer' and then click 'Next.'
In the 'Add Printer' wizard dialog select 'Browse for Printer' and then click 'Next.' This will bring up a list of shared printers on the network.
Select the printer that was just installed and click 'Next.' When asked if you would like to make this the default printer, select 'Yes' if this is the only printer on the network or if it is the printer you will use most often, then click 'Next.' If you do not have the driver for the printer on your computer and both computers have the same operating system, then the driver will be automatically installed on the new computer. If not, then follow the manufacturer's instructions to install the driver.
Click on 'Next.' When asked if a test page is wanted, click 'Yes' and let the printer print a test page to ensure that all is working properly.

How to Fix Paper Curls on a Brother HL Laser Printer

Click on the ��Start�� button in Windows XP and select ��Control Panel.�� Click on ��Printers and Faxes�� to display the printer icons.
Right-click on the Brother HL��s icon and click on ��Properties.�� Click on the tab labeled ��Advanced.��
Click on the ��Device Options�� button on the top of the tab, labeled with a wrench icon. In the menu in the ��Device Options�� window, double-click on ��Improve Print Output.��
Click on ��OK�� to close the advanced properties window. Click ��OK�� once more to close the properties window and save your settings.

How to Configure SNMP for HP Printers

Open the SNMP Agent application installed on your computer when running the HP printer installation software CD.
Type the following commands in the console window visible on the SNMP agent to configure the HP printer to output log files and enable SNMP management of the printer:
syslog-config: 1
syslog-svr: IP-Address-of-your-SYSLOG-server, or localhost
set-cmnty-name: My-SNMP-Password (set this to be your desired password on the printer)
Disable unnecessary services on the HP printer such as FTP, Internet Printing Protocol, and the Service Location Protocol to prevent the printer from being hacked. To do this, type the following commands in the console window of the SNMP Agent application:
passwd: Your-printers-password
ipp-config: 0
ftp-config: 0
ews-config: 0
snmp-config: 0
Close the SNMP Agent console window by selecting the 'FILE->EXIT' menu options of the SNMP Agent application. SNMP is now enabled on your desktop or laptop.

How to Connect to an HP Wireless Printer With No Cable

Press 'Setup' on your printer's display screen. Use the arrows to scroll down, then select 'Wireless Setup Wizard.'
Select your network from the list displayed on the printer's screen. If your network does not show on the list, select 'Enter New Network Name' and type in your network's name and press 'Ok.'
Type your network's security code, then select 'Done' and 'Ok.'
Look for the screen to say 'Connected to Network.'

How to Scan From an HP Officejet 5610 All

Press the 5610's 'Power' button so that it illuminates, indicating the printer has turned on, and boot up the attached computer as well. Wait for the printer to go through its warmup procedures and check the display screen to see if any error messages have appeared.
Lift the scanner's lid to open it and expose the scanning glass. Place the original document face-down in the left front corner of the glass, then close the lid slowly. Alternately, load the document face-up in the feed tray and adjust the width guide to the size of the paper.
Press the 'Scan' button on the printer's control panel. Use the arrow keys to cycle through the various software programs you can send the scan to. Once you have highlighted the program you want to use, press the 'OK' button to begin the scan.
Press the 'Start Black' button, if you want to scan the document in black and white instead of color. Wait for the preview window of the scanned document to appear automatically on the screen. Use the software's buttons and menus to make any changes to the document before saving it on your computer's hard drive.

How to Print Barcodes With a Laserjet Printer in Windows

Navigate to a website that offers free barcode fonts for Windows (See Resources). Download the font file and save it to your computer.
Browse to the folder where you saved the barcode font file.
Highlight the font file. Right-click on the file name and click 'Install' on the pop-up menu. Wait for Windows to install and configure the font for use with word processing applications on your computer.



Launch a word processing application in Windows.
Create or open a document in which you want to create barcode entries. Enter normal text that will accompany the barcode symbol.
Move the mouse cursor to the point in the document where you want to display and print the barcode. Click the font drop-down list at the top of the screen. Scroll down to the name of the barcode font and click to select it.
Enter alpha and numerical values for the barcode symbol. For instance, if you are creating a barcode for a unique customer ID, the entry might resemble 'JDOE2544487. Then press the 'Enter' key. The value converts to a barcode display in the document when using the barcode font.
Click 'File > Save' on the menu bar to save the document.
Click 'File > Print' on the menu bar to open the 'Print' dialog window. Ensure the printer is on and has paper, then click the 'OK' button. The printer prints the document with the normal text and barcode entered in the word processing application.

How to Troubleshoot a Photosmart All

Visit the Support and Drivers page on the Hewlett Packard website (see Resources section). From here, you can download the latest printer software as well as driver updates for your printer in order to resolve many printing issues.
Disable anti-virus programs. If you are unable to install the software or drivers required for your HP Photosmart All-In-One printer, you may need to disable your anti-virus program during the installation process.
Disconnect the USB cable from the printer to the computer. Restart your computer and plug it back in so that the printer can be recognized by the computer. Also, test the USB cable as well as the power strip for the AC plug to make sure both are in working order.
Remove the paper tray to see if paper is loaded properly. Avoid overloading the paper tray and check that the right size paper is loaded based on the tray's adjustment. While the paper tray is removed, you should check for paper jams in the HP Photosmart All-In-One.
Press the 'Setup' key on your HP Photosmart All-In-One to review your preferences. Scroll through the options to make sure the correct language, country and time is set.

How to Share Mac Printers

Connect a printer��s USB cable to the USB port of one of the Macs on the local network. Turn on the printer. Go to ��File�� and select ��System Preferences�� from the drop-down menu on the Mac on which the printer is connected.
Click on the ��Print & Fax�� icon beneath ��Hardware�� in the window that appears. Select the printer that has just been connected from the ��Printers�� list in the left column of the window that appears.
Click the ��Share this printer on the network�� checkbox to the right of ��Printers.�� Click ��Show All�� at the top of the window to return to the ��System Preferences�� window. Click on the ��Sharing�� icon beneath ��Internet & WIreless�� in the window that appears.
Check the ��Printer Sharing�� checkbox in the left column of the window that appears. Check the name of the printer in the ��Printers�� column to the right of ��Printer Sharing.
Select ��Can Print�� from the ��Everyone�� drop-down menu to the right of ��Printers.�� Close the window by clicking the red button at the upper left corner.



Go to ��File�� and select ��System Preferences�� from the drop-down menu on a Mac that is to share the printer.
Click on the ��Print & Fax�� icon beneath ��Hardware�� in the window that appears.
Select the printer that has been connected from the ��Printers�� list in the left column of the window that appears.
Click the ��Share this printer on the network�� checkbox to the right of ��Printers.��
Click the red button at the upper left corner to close the window.

How to Override the 'Canon Printer Ink Has Run Out' Message

Click on Start, Control Panel and Printers and Faxes on the computer system tray. Select the printer in the dialogue box.
Click Printer Preferences in the dialogue box to open the maintenance program.
Locate the ink level warning indicator in the maintenance section. Click to disable the ink level warning indicator by selecting the radio box next to this option. This will disengage the warning message and prevent it from appearing on the screen.
Click 'Apply' and then close the dialogue box.

How to Connect an HP Printer to an Apple Laptop

Go to the 'Apple' menu and highlight 'Software Update' to check for printer software updates.
Turn on the HP printer and connect it to the laptop with the USB cable included with the printer.
Navigate to the 'Apple' menu in the upper left corner of the screen and select 'System Preferences.' Click on the icon for 'Print & Fax.'
Open the lock icon in the lower left corner of the screen by clicking on it. Enter an administrator user name and password in the on screen dialog window.
Press the plus icon below the 'Printers' menu on the left side of the screen.
Select the HP printer from the 'Printer Name' list. Press 'Add.'

How to Connect a Printer Directly to a Laptop Ethernet

Locate the Ethernet port on your printer, which is often on the back of the unit. Insert an Ethernet connector of the cable into the port. Connect the other connector of the Ethernet cable into the port on the back of your laptop.
Click 'Start' on your laptop to access the Start menu. Click 'Devices and Printers.' Click 'Add a printer.' Select the local printer option. Click 'Next' to use the existing printer port.
Enter the manufacturer and model of your printer on the next screen so that your laptop can locate and install the printer drivers. Click 'Next.' Name your printer something that will help you recognize it from any other printer installed on your laptop. Click 'Next.'
Select whether you want to share this printer with other users on your computer. Click 'Finish.' Click 'Print Test Page' if you want to verify the connection with a sample page.

How to Fix the Repeat Alignment Issue With the All

Turn on the printer. Lower the access door and wait while the cartridges move to the middle and stop. Remove the old cartridges and replace them with new ones, if you have not done so already. Ensure the protective cover is removed from the copper contacts and that your fingers don't touch the metal.
Unplug the USB cable from the back of the printer.
Print the alignment page and place it under the scan lid. Press the 'Scan' button. The 'On' button will flash and the HP All-in-One printer will scan the alignment page. When the scan is complete, the power button stops blinking.
Reattach the USB cable to your printer.

How to Uninstall Canon Printer Drivers (5 Steps)

Click the 'Start' menu and launch the 'Print Management' option. If there is no 'Print Management' option in the Start menu, position your mouse pointer over 'Administrative Tools'. If the 'Print Management' option is not here, return to the 'Start' menu and type 'Print Management' in the 'Start Menu Search' function. Once the Search has located 'Print Management', launch it by double-clicking on its icon.
Click on 'Print Servers' in the left frame of the 'Print Management' window and select the appropriate print server. On most computers, there will be only one option.
Click the 'Drivers' option in the left window. This will bring up a list of all the printer drivers installed on your computer.
Right-click the Canon printer driver and select the 'Remove Driver Package' option from the drop-down menu that appears. This will remove all the drivers for your Canon printer.
Reboot your computer to complete the uninstall process.

How to Troubleshoot Computer to Printer Connections

Walk over to the printer and print a test page directly. The procedure for printing a test page will vary from model to model, so you may need to consult the user guide that came with your printer. For most network printers, you can print a test page by navigating the 'Information' menu on the control panel and choosing 'Print Configuration' from the menu. For many desktop printers, you can print a test page by holding the power button until the page begins to print. If you can print a test page from the printer, but not from the computer, you know there is a communication problem between the printer and the PC.
Remove the printer cable from the back of your printer and the back of your computer. After the cable has been removed, carefully put the cable back into place, making sure that the printer cable is tight. If your printer uses a parallel cable, be sure that it is fully seated on the back of the printer and on the computer. If you are using a USB cable for your printer, be sure that the tab is fully seated in the computer, and that the square end of the cable is firmly connected to the printer.
Power down the printer, the restart your computer. Click on the 'Start' button and choose 'Control Panel' from the menu. Double-click the 'Printers and Faxes' icon, locate your printer, right-click on it and choose 'Properties' from the menu. Click on the 'Print Test Page' button to send a test page to your printer.
Look at the network card on your network printer to see if there is good communication between the printer and the network. You should see a flashing green light on the network card. If there is no light--or if the light is amber or red--the communication is not happening. To test the network communication, remove the network cable from both the network cable and the network port on the wall, then reseat the cable and check the communication again. If the problem remains, you will need to remove and replace the printer's network card.