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HP Printers - What is Sleep Mode?

What is sleep mode?

Sleep mode automatically puts the printer into a lower-power state after a set period of time of non-use. The printer returns to its normal power state when you send another print or scan job.
A printer in sleep mode might display some of the following characteristics:
  • The control panel display is dark
  • The power light is slowly pulsing
  • The power light is dim

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Use these FAQs to learn more about sleep mode, or to resolve issues relating to sleep mode.