HP LaserJet Enterprise M604, M605, M606 - Setting up the printer (hardware) (dn models)

This document explains how to set up the physical parts of the printer. Complete these steps before installing the printer software on the computer.

If the printer hardware is already set up, see the Links to software installation instructions section at the end of this document for help with software installation.

This document includes the following steps to set up the printer:

1. Select a site to place the printer that meets the following specifications:
   • A sturdy, well-ventilated, dust-free area, away from direct sunlight
   • Temperature range: 15° - 30° C
   • Humidity range: 10% - 80%
   Allow enough space around the printer to open all doors and trays.

     caution:

   The printer weighs 25.9 kg. HP recommends that two people move the printer.

   Figure : Space requirements
   
2. Take the HP printer out of the box, and then remove the packaging material. Verify that the contents match this illustration.

   note:

   HP recommends recycling packing materials whenever possible.

   Figure : Contents of the box
   
3. Remove all tape and packing material from the outside of the printer. Open all doors and paper trays, and remove all tape, orange plastic tray inserts, and other packing material from inside the printer.
   Figure : Remove the shipping tape and foam protector
   

1. Open the top cover.
   Figure : Open the top cover
   
2. Remove the packing material from inside the printer.
   Figure : Remove packing material
   
3. Grasp the handle of the toner cartridge and pull out to remove it.
   Figure : Remove toner cartridge
   
4. Hold both ends of the toner cartridge and rock it back and forth 5-6 times to distribute the toner.
   Figure : Rock the toner cartridge
   
5. Pull on the orange tab to remove the toner sealing tape. Completely remove the sealing tape from the cartridge.
   Figure : Pull the orange tab to remove toner sealing tape
   
6. Remove the discovery sheet.
   Figure : Remove the discovery sheet
   
7. Align the toner cartridge with its slot, and then insert the toner cartridge into the printer.
   Figure : Insert toner cartridge
   
8. Close the top cover.
   Figure : Close top cover
   

If the printer is to be connected to a network, connect the network cable now. If not, skip this step and go to Step four: Connect the power cable and turn on the printer.

  caution:

Do not connect a USB cable now. To use a USB cable to connect the printer to the computer, connect it when prompted during software installation.

1. Connect the power cable between the printer and a grounded AC outlet. To prevent damage to the printer, use only the power cable that is provided with the printer.

     caution:

   Make sure the power source is adequate for the printer voltage rating. The voltage rating is on the printer label. The printer uses either 100-127 Vac or 220-240 Vac and 50/60 Hz.

   Figure : Plug in the printer
   
2. Turn the printer power on.
   Figure : Turn the power on
   
3. Wait for 60 seconds before continuing. During this time, if the printer is connected to a network, the network recognizes the printer and assigns an IP address or host name for the printer.
4. On the control panel, set the language, the date/time format, and the time zone.

   note:

   For advanced setup of network-connected printers, enter the printer IP address in the address bar of a Web browser after software installation is complete.

1. Open the tray.

   note:

   Do not open this tray while it is in use.

   Figure : Open the tray
   
2. Remove the packing material from inside the tray.
   Figure : Remove the packing material
   
3. Adjust the paper-length and paper-width guides by squeezing the adjustment latches and sliding the guides to the size of the paper being used.
   Figure : Adjust the guides
   
4. Load paper into the tray. Check the paper to verify the guides lightly touch the stack, but do not bend it.

   note:

   To prevent jams, do not overfill the tray. Be sure that the top of the stack is below the tray full indicator.

   Figure : Load paper
   
5. Close the tray.
   Figure : Close the tray
   
6. The control panel shows the tray’s paper type and size. If the configuration is not correct, follow the instructions on the control panel to change the type or size.

To verify that the printer prints, complete the steps below.

note:

The steps vary according to the control panel.

FutureSmart 3

1. From the Home screen on the printer control panel, use the arrow buttons to navigate to Administration, and then press the OK button.
2. Open the following menus:
   • Reports
   • Configuration/Status Pages
3. Select Configuration Page.
4. Select Print, and then press the OK button to print the configuration and Jetdirect pages.
5. If the printer is connected to a network, find the IP address on the Jetdirect page.
   • IPv4: If the IP address is 0.0.0.0, or 192.0.0.192, or 169.254.x.x, manually configure the IP address. Otherwise, the network configuration was successful.
   • IPv6: If the IP address begins with "fe80:", the printer should be able to print. If not, manually configure the IP address.
   Figure : Jetdirect page
   

FutureSmart 4

1. From the Home screen on the printer control panel, use the arrow keys to navigate to Reports and then press the OK button.
2. Open the following menus:
   • Configuration/Status Pages
   • Configuration Page
3. Select Print, and then press the OK button to print the configuration and Jetdirect pages.
4. If the printer is connected to a network, find the IP address on the Jetdirect page.
   • IPv4: If the IP address is 0.0.0.0, or 192.0.0.192, or 169.254.x.x, manually configure the IP address. Otherwise, the network configuration was successful.
   • IPv6: If the IP address begins with "fe80:", the printer should be able to print. If not, manually configure the IP address.
   Figure : Jetdirect page
   

HP regularly updates features that are available in the printer firmware. Update the printer firmware to take advantage of the most current features.

note:

Check with the network administrator before updating the printer firmware.

Click here for information on updating the printer firmware using a USB flash drive or the Embedded Web Server (EWS).

After completing the previous setup steps, install the printer software.

Windows: Install the printer software from the CD. Follow the on-screen instructions. See the Install Notes file on the printer CD for more specific software installation instructions.

Mac: Mac computers and Apple mobile devices are supported with this printer. The Mac print driver and print utility are available for download from hp.com and might also be available via Apple Software Update. The HP Mac software is not included in the in-box CD. The steps to download the Mac installer software are as follows: Go to http://123.hp.com. Select the printer model, and then click Begin. Launch the software file from the folder where the file was saved, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

  caution:

Do not connect a USB cable now. To use a USB cable to connect the printer to the computer, connect it during the software installation.

note:

The default driver for OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion and OS X 10.9 Mavericks is the Apple AirPrint driver. To install the full featured HP driver, in the Add dialog, select the HP driver from the Use: drop-down list.

For software installation instructions, click the link for the computer operating system and type of connection.

Windows

• Installing the printer software in Windows for a USB cable connection
• Installing the printer software in Windows on a Wired (Ethernet) Network

Mac OS X

• Installing the printer software in OS X for a USB installation
• Installing the printer software in OS X on a Wired (Ethernet) Network

Setup is complete. If you did not register your printer during software installation, go to www.register.hp.com to register now.

For more information, see the User Guide on the printer CD and visit the support Web site for this printer. Touch the Help button on the printer control panel to access Help topics.