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HP LaserJet Pro M304, M305, M404, M405, MFP M329, M428, M429, HP Color LaserJet Pro M454, MFP M479 - Advanced configuration with the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS)
Use the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) to manage printing functions from your computer instead of the printer control panel.
Following is a list of some of the features that are available in the EWS:
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View printer status information
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Determine the remaining life for all supplies and order new ones
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View and change tray configurations (paper types and sizes)
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View and print internal pages
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View and change network configuration
The HP Embedded Web Server works when the printer is connected to an IP-based network. The HP Embedded Web Server does not support IPX-based printer connections. You do not have to have Internet access to open and use the HP Embedded Web Server.
When the printer is connected to the network, the HP Embedded Web Server is automatically available.
Printer Home Page (EWS) is software used to connect to the HP Embedded Web Server when the printer is connected to a computer via USB. It is available only if a full installation was performed when the printer was installed on a computer. Depending on how the printer is connected, some features might not be available.
The HP Embedded Web Server is not accessible beyond the network firewall.
Open the HP Embedded Web Server
Choose one of the following methods to open the HP Embedded Web Server.
Method one: Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) from the software
Use this method to open the EWS from the HP Printer Assistant software.
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Open the HP Printer Assistant.
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Windows 10: From the Start menu, click All Apps, click HP, and then select the printer name.
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Windows 8.1: Click the down arrow in the lower left corner of the Start screen, and then select the printer name.
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Windows 8: Right-click an empty area on the Start screen, click All Apps on the app bar, and then select the printer name.
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Windows 7: From the computer desktop, click Start, select All Programs, click HP, click the folder for the printer, and then select the printer name.
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In the HP Printer Assistant, select Print, and then select Printer Home Page (EWS).
Method two: Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) from a web browser
Use this method to open the EWS in a web browser.
To access the EWS, you will need the printer's IP address. You can obtain the printer's IP address on the printer control panel.
Follow these steps to obtain the printer's IP address and then access the EWS.
Your printer must be connected to an IP-based network before you can access the EWS.
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Obtain the printer's IP address:
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Touchscreen control panel:
From the Home screen on the printer control panel, touch the Wireless icon
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2-line LCD control panel:
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On the printer control panel, press the OK button to display the Home screen.
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Use the arrow buttons and the OK button to navigate to and open the following menus:
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Setup
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Network Setup
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General Settings
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On the General Settings menu, select Show the IP Address, and then select Yes to display the printer's IP address or host name.
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Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS):
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On your computer, open a Web browser, and in the address bar, type the IP address or host name exactly as it displayed on the printer control panel.
Example of an IP address in the browser address bar
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Press Enter on the computer keyboard.
Note:If the browser displays a message indicating that accessing the website might not be safe, select the option to continue to the website. Accessing the website will not harm the computer.
The EWS opens.
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HP Embedded Web Server features
Refer to the table below for a full list of tabs and features that are available in the HP EWS.
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Home tab Provides printer status, and configuration information. |
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Scan tab (MFP models only) |
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Copy/Print tab Provides the ability to change default copy and print settings from your computer. |
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Fax tab (MFP fax models only) |
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Web Services tab |
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Network tab (Network-connected printers only) Provides the ability to change network settings from your computer. |
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Tools tab |
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Settings tab |
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