Table of contents
1 Printer basics
Quick access to printer information
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User guide links
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Where to look for more information
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Printer configurations
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HP color LaserJet 2550L
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HP color LaserJet 2550Ln
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HP color LaserJet 2550n
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Printer features
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Printer parts
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Interface ports
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Software
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Software and supported operating systems
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Software tips
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Software for Windows
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Software for Macintosh
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Uninstalling the printing software
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Print-media specifications
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General guidelines
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Paper and print media
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Printing and storage environment
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Envelopes
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Labels
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Transparencies
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Supported media weights and sizes
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2 Control panel
Control panel features
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Understanding Supplies Status
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Understanding Printer Status
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3 Printing tasks
Loading trays
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Loading tray 1
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Loading optional tray 2
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Loading optional tray 3
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Controlling print jobs
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About printing by Source versus by Type or Size
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Maximizing print speed for letter-size paper
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Gaining access to printer driver settings
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Features in the printer driver
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Selecting an output location
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Printing on special media
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Printing on envelopes
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