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Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Reproduction, adaptation or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 5
drivers 7 Print driver support in other operating systems 8 Availability ...8 Printing-system software on the Web 9 In-box printing-system software CDs 9 Windows partition 10 CD versions 10 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP documentation 18 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User Guide 19 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 6
Sending tab ...49 Kerberos Authentication ...50 HP Digital Sending Software 50 Networking tab ...50 HP Web Jetadmin ...52 3 Install MS Windows printing-system components Introduction ...53 Font support ...54 Basic fonts ...54 Default fonts ...54 Print-driver installation instructions ...60 General - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 7
2003 103 Set a default printer ...104 Fax-driver install instructions ...105 Minimum firmware ...105 Install the HP Send Fax driver on MS Windows 106 4 HP Send Fax driver Introduction ...107 Access to the HP Send Fax driver 108 Driver Properties tabs ...108 Printing Defaults tabs ...109 Printing - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 8
Printing Features 133 Print Optimizations 133 PostScript Options 133 Printer Features 134 Layout Options 135 Paper/Quality tab features ...136 Print Task Quick Sets ...137 Default Print Settings 137 User Guide Print Settings 140 Default Print Settings 140 Paper Options ...140 Size is: ...141 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 9
Font Attributes 159 Default watermark settings 160 Manually print on both sides 163 Flip Pages Up 165 Booklet layout 165 Book and Booklet Printing 165 Print a booklet 166 Pages per Sheet 174 Quick Copy ...175 Stored Job ...175 Require PIN ...175 Job Notification Options 175 User Name - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 10
printing-system software CDs 197 Macintosh partition 198 CD versions 198 Macintosh install and uninstall instructions 200 Macintosh component descriptions 200 HP LaserJet PPDs 200 PDEs ...200 HP Embedded Web Server 201 Install notes (Readme file 201 Online help ...201 Install the Macintosh - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 11
the Macintosh printing system 222 Macintosh HP Printer Utility ...223 Access to the HP Printer Utility 223 Supplies Status ...226 Device Information ...230 File Upload ...230 Update Firmware ...231 Upload Fonts ...232 HP Support ...233 Duplex mode ...235 Economode ...236 Resolution ...237 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 12
firmware from the HP Web site 276 Downloading the new firmware to the device 276 Printer messages during the firmware update 277 Remote firmware update by using FTP through a browser 278 Remote firmware source commands 291 Driver-supported media sizes 292 Driver-supported media types 293 Custom - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 13
Uninstall ...296 Index ...297 ENWW xi - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 14
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Troubleshooting a firmware update failure 278 Table 7-5 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Media sources and destinations 291 Table 7-6 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Media-source commands 291 Table 7-7 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Supported media sizes and attributes 292 Table 7-8 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Supported - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 16
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box ...78 Figure 3-22 Ready to Install dialog box ...79 Figure 3-23 Printer Properties General tab ...79 Figure 3-24 Installation Status dialog box ...80 Figure 3-25 Finish dialog box ...81 Figure 3-26 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Next Steps - Congratulations dialog box 81 Figure 3-27 Test Page dialog box - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 18
3-30 Setup Maintenance dialog box ...84 Figure 3-31 Language Selection dialog box ...87 Figure 3-32 Welcome to the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Installation Customization Wizard screen 87 Figure 3-33 Software License Agreement dialog box 88 Figure 3-34 Language dialog box ...89 Figure 3-35 Printer Port - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 19
5-26 PS Emulation driver Device Settings tab 182 Figure 5-27 Font Substitution Table ...183 Figure 5-28 HP Font Installer dialog box ...184 Figure 5-29 About tab ...192 Figure 6-1 HP LJ M4345 MFP CD-ROM icon 202 Figure 6-2 hp LaserJet Software screen ...203 Figure 6-3 HP LaserJet v.6.8.0.42C.app - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 20
6-44 Figure 6-45 Figure 6-46 Figure 6-47 Figure 6-48 Figure 6-49 Figure 6-50 Figure 6-51 Figure 6-52 Figure 6-53 Figure 6-54 Figure HP Online Support screen ...234 HP Instant Support link ...234 HP Registration Web page ...235 Duplex Mode screen ...236 Economode & Toner Density screen 236 Default - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 21
(STR) provides information about and troubleshooting tips for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software. This STR is prepared in an electronic format to serve as a quick-reference tool for Customer Care Center (CCC) agents, support engineers, system administrators, management information - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 22
This chapter provides instructions for installing the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP in MS Windows operating systems by using various installation methods. These methods and additional topics include the following: ● Font support ● Print-driver installation instructions: ● Installing from printing - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 23
Purpose and scope ● Printing-system software ● HP LaserJet M4345 MFP documentation ENWW Introduction 3 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 24
User interface Supported printer personalities Job-storage features Environmental features HP LaserJet M4345 MFP ● Base model: HP LaserJet M4345 MFP (part number CB425A) ● HP LaserJet M4345x MFP (part number CB426A) ● HP LaserJet M4345xm MFP (part number CB427A) ● HP LaserJet M4345xs MFP (part - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 25
) (part number Q6496A) HP MFP Analog Fax Accessory 300 (part number Q3701A) Duplex accessory (part number Q5969A) 75-sheet envelope feeder (Q2438A) ADF maintenance kit (part number Q5997A) 110v Engine Maintenance Kit (part number Q5998A) 220v Engine Maintenance Kit (part number Q5999A) HP 500-sheet - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 26
Purpose and scope Printing-system software Topics: ● System requirements ● Operating-system support ● Availability System requirements The following operating systems support the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software: ● Windows ● Linux ● UNIX Windows System requirements for 32-bit - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 27
● Standalone drivers ● Print driver support in other operating systems Standalone drivers The following operating systems support the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software, including the HP PCL 6, PCL 5, PS emulation drivers, and the HP Send Fax driver: ● Windows 2000 (Service packs 1 and - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 28
use by support personnel. The following table lists the availability of HP LaserJet M4345 MFP software components by operating system. Table 1-3 Software component availability for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Component Drivers HP PCL 6 and PCL 5 drivers PS Emulation driver HP Send Fax driver HP PCL - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 29
at the following Web site: www.hp.com/support/ljm4345mfp In-box printing-system software CDs The software CD for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP contains a variety of files for installing the printingsystem software on the computer. The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software CD is divided into two - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 30
files for each language reside in the following directories: ● Drivers ● Manuals NOTE File layouts differ by language for each regional version of the software CD. To view the files, insert the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software CD, right-click Start, click Explore, and then select - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 31
Turkçe) ● CD AS - Asian (part number CB425-60136): ● AR = software components that are supported in each language. Table 1-4 CD ROW - Americas and Europe-CB425-60135 (1 of 5) Component AR CA HR CS DA HP Send Fax driver x x x x HP PCL 6 driver: 32-bit, 64-bit x x x x HP PCL 5 driver - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 32
x driver Common MS Windows x x x Installer Add Printer Wizard Installer x x x Installer Customization x x x Wizard CD Browser x x x Fonts x x x HP Web Registration x x x HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User x x x x Guide (.PDF file) HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User x x x x Guide - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 33
Printer Wizard Installer x x x x x Installer Customization x x x x x Wizard CD Browser x x x x x Fonts x x x x x HP Web Registration x x x x x HP LaserJet M4345 MFP x x x x x User Guide (.PDF file) HP LaserJet M4345 MFP x x x x x User Guide (.CHM file) HP - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 34
driver x x HP PS Emulation Universal driver x x Common MS Windows Installer x x Add Printer Wizard Installer x x Installer Customization Wizard x x CD Browser x x Fonts x x HP Web Registration x x HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User x x x Guide (.PDF file) HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 35
driver HP PS Emulation Universal x driver Common MS Windows x Installer Add Printer Wizard Installer x Installer Customization x Wizard CD Browser x Fonts x HP Web Registration x HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User x x Guide (.PDF file) HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User x x Guide (.CHM file) HP - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 36
driver x Common MS Windows Installer x Add Printer Wizard Installer x Installer Customization Wizard x CD Browser x Fonts x HP Web Registration x HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User Guide (.PDF file) x HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User Guide (.CHM file) x HP Jetdirect Administrator's Guide x HP - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 37
's Guide x x x HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Printing-System Install Notes x x x HP Embedded Web Server User Guide x x x HP LaserJet MFP Analog Fax Accessory 300 Fax x Guide x x x HP LaserJet MFP Analog Fax Accessory 300 Send x Fax Driver Guide x x x ENWW Printing-system software 17 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 38
availability Document HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User Guide (.CHM and .PDF) HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Printing-System Install Notes HP Embedded Web Server User Guide HP Jetdirect Administrator's Guide (.CHM and .PDF) HP LaserJet MFP Analog Fax Accessory 300 Send Fax Driver Guide HP LaserJet MFP Analog Fax - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 39
Fax Driver Installation Notes ● HP LaserJet MFP Send Fax Driver Readme ● HP Driver Preconfiguration Support Guide ● Installer Customization Wizard Readme HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User Guide The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User Guide describes the basic device features. View this guide from the software CD - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 40
to save a copy of the file to another location. HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Printing-System Install Notes The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Printing-System Install Notes (in .HTM format) contains important information about device features, instructions for installing the printing-system software, and technical - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 41
Purpose and scope HP Embedded Web Server User Guide The HP Embedded Web Server User Guide (in .PDF format) provides information about device status, settings, and networking for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. View this guide from the software CD by following these steps: 1. In the main screen of the CD - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 42
Send Fax Driver Guide The HP LaserJet MFP Analog Fax Accessory 300 Send Fax Driver Guide describes the basic device features. View this guide from the software CD by following these steps: 1. In the main screen of the CD browser, click Documentation. 2. Click Send Fax Driver User Guide. Gain access - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 43
to save a copy of the file to another location. HP LaserJet MFP Send Fax Driver Installation Notes The HP LaserJet MFP Analog Fax Accessory 300 Send Fax Driver Installation Notes contains important information about fax features, instructions for installing the fax software, and technical assistance - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 44
and installation using the Installer Customization Wizard. Gain access to the file by following these steps: 1. Insert the software CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Navigate to the Manuals\ folder. 3. Open the file that has the appropriate file name: CUSTOMIZATIONDOC.RTF When the file is open - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 45
for MS Windows and Apple Computer, Inc., Macintosh systems. Linux and UNIX systems also support the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP, and software is available on the Web. For information about specific system installers, drivers, and components, see the section that corresponds to that system. Topics: ● MS - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 46
to install the drivers and related components, and to gain access to online user documentation, a customization utility, and optional HP software. The following figure shows the main screen of the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software CD. Figure 2-1 Installation software CD browser 26 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 47
Install. The installation wizard guides the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software installation. Select a Basic software is installed. If you select Custom Installation, select the components that you want to install. Documentation. Use this option to view the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP user - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 48
Guide Click Back to return to the main CD browser screen. NOTE If Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0 or later is not installed, click any of the links to a portable document format (.PDF) document to open it in a version of Adobe Acrobat Reader that runs from the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 49
updates for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. ● Click hp.com to go to the HP home Web page for information about products and services, support, drivers, and HP online stores. Optional Software. The following optional software programs are available for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP: ● HP PCL 5 Universal print - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 50
of installation: ● Basic Installation ● Custom Installation HP LaserJet M4345 MFP drivers HP LaserJet M4345 MFP drivers provide the printing features and communication between the computer and the device. The printing system includes software for end users and network administrators who are working - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 51
multiple printer models. The HP universal print drivers are recommended when printing to multiple printer models from a mobile MS Windows computer. HP print and fax drivers The following drivers are available on the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software CD: ● HP Send Fax driver for Windows - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 52
varies, depending on the operating system in which the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP is installed. NOTE For a list of HP LaserJet M4345 MFP drivers, updated HP printing-system software, and product-support information, go to: www.hp.com/support/ljm4345mfp The Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 53
Server 2003 (32-bit) operating systems over a direct connection when the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP is installed by using the Add Printer Wizard. Table 2-2 Availability of automatic discovery and driver configuration through bidirectional communication in Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Server - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 54
is used. If the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP configuration changes after installation, the driver can be automatically updated with the new configuration in environments that support bidirectional communication by using the Update Now feature. Update Now If the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP configuration has been - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 55
and distributing HP printing-system software in managed corporate printing environments. Using HP Driver Preconfiguration, information technology (IT) administrators in corporate and enterprise environments can preconfigure the printing and device defaults for HP print drivers before installing - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 56
LaserJet M4345 MFP supports. ● Paper Source. The options are Printer Auto Select, Manual Feed (Tray 1), Tray 1, Tray 2, Tray 3, Tray 4, or Tray 5. When a feature is locked, the selected default option is the only option that is available to users. Generally, the feature is unavailable in the driver - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 57
to Windows XP or Windows Server 2003. The continuous-export feature functions transparently from the user's perspective and works only between drivers of identical device models. NOTE Not all of the driver parameters can be exported; however, the exportable components are always the same as the - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 58
HP Driver Diagnostic Printer Check Tool Use the HP Driver Diagnostic Printer Check Tool, a Web-based diagnostic software program, to determine whether the correct and most current print driver for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP is in use. Two methods are available to gain access to the HP Driver - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 59
HP Easy Printer Care HP Easy Printer Care software is designed for end users and for those who keep devices up and running in small and large business groups. View the status of up to 15 supported HP LaserJet devices, set up alerts, generate usage reports, and reorder supplies from HP or select - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 60
screen ● Alerts ● Security ● Digital Sending tab ● Kerberos Authentication ● HP Digital Sending Software ● Networking tab Access to the HP EWS To open the HP EWS and view information about the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP, open a supported Web browser and type the device transmission control protocol - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 61
are print-ready .PCL documents, .PS documents, .PDF files, text (.TXT) files, and files that are generated by a "print to file" driver option. Not all of the screens on the tab appear in this document. For more information, see the HP Embedded Web Server User Guide. ENWW HP Embedded Web Server 41 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 62
Software description Links to off-product solutions Links on the HP EWS screens provide an easy way to locate information or complete tasks. ● hp instant support: Connects to a set of dynamic Web resources that help solve specific problems and determine additional services that might be available - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 63
LaserJet M4345 MFP configuration page remotely through the HP EWS. The HP EWS Configuration Page screen provides configuration information about the device in the same way as the configuration page that is printed from the device. NOTE For more information, see the HP Embedded Web Server User Guide - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 64
Software description Figure 2-5 HP EWS Information tab - Configuration Page screen, 2 of 3 44 Chapter 2 Software description ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 65
Software description Figure 2-6 HP EWS Information tab - Configuration Page screen, 3 of 3 Settings tab The following information is available on the HP EWS Settings tab. Click the menu items on the left side of the HP periodically to your service provider. ● that requires the users to log in - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 66
, see the HP Embedded Web Server User Guide. The following figure HP EWS Settings tab - Configure Device screen NOTE The Paper Handling settings are no longer accessed from the Configure Device menus. To configure Tray Size and Type, select Supplies on the MFP control panel. 46 Chapter 2 Software - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 67
send e-mail alerts about printing problems or job status to specified e-mail addresses. For example, if toner is low, the device can HP Embedded Web Server User Guide. The following figures show examples of the Alerts settings that can be configured remotely. Software description Figure 2-8 HP - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 68
HP EWS screens that appear, and the settings on them, vary according to the specific HP EWS. Three modes of user access are possible: ● General user ● IT administrator ● Service provider To control access to the HP EWS screens, set a password on the Security page. 48 Chapter 2 Software description - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 69
is the default configuration), all of the tabs are available. If a password has been set, log on as an IT administrator or a service provider to gain access to the protected HP EWS tabs (Settings and Networking). NOTE For more information, see the HP Embedded Web Server User Guide. Digital Sending - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 70
about configuring Keberos for your device, see the HP Embedded Web Server User Guide. HP Digital Sending Software The HP Digital Sending Software (HP DSS) is a software program that, in conjunction with firmware, enables HP MFPs to send scanned documents directly to electronic mailboxes (e-mail) or - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 71
Software description Figure 2-12 HP EWS Networking tab - TCP/IP Settings screen For more information, see the HP Jetdirect Administrator's Guide. ENWW HP Embedded Web Server 51 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 72
be installed only on a single network-administration server. To download a current version of HP Web Jetadmin, and for the latest list of host systems that support HP Web Jetadmin, go to the following Web site: www.hp.com/go/webjetadmin Software description 52 Chapter 2 Software description ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 73
support the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP, and software is available on the Web. This document provides procedures for installing and removing the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software for MS Windows operating systems. Topics: ● Font support ● Print-driver installation instructions ● Fax-driver - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 74
● Times New Roman Bold Italic ● Times New Roman Italic ● Wingdings Default fonts The following default fonts are installed through a Full Installation of the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software. Table 3-1 Default fonts Font name Albertus Extra Bold Albertus Medium Antique Olive Antique - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 75
Table 3-1 Default fonts (continued) Font name Antique Olive CG Omega CG Omega CG Omega CG Omega CG Times CG Times CG Times CG Times HELR47W.TTF HELR67W.TTF HELR68W.TTF HELR48W.TTF AVGR45W.TTF AVGR46W.TTF AVGR65W.TTF AVGR66W.TTF BOKR35W.TTF BOKR36W.TTF BOKR75W.TTF Font support 55 MS Windows install - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 76
MS Windows install Table 3-1 Default fonts (continued) Font name ITC Bookman Demi ITC Zapf Chancery ITC Zapf Dingbats Letter Gothic Letter Gothic Letter Gothic Marigold New Century Schoolbook New Century - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 77
BodoniPS Candid Chicago Clarendon Light ClarendonPS ClarendonPS Cooper Black Cooper Black Copperplate32bc Copperplate33bc CoronetPS Eurostile Eurostile Bold Eurostile ExtendedTwo PS_13872.TTF PS_13874.TTF PS_13875.TTF PS_14053.TTF PS_14054.TTF PS_14051.TTF Font support 57 MS Windows install - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 78
Light Goudy Goudy Goudy Goudy ExtraBold Goudy Helvetica Condensed Helvetica Condensed Helvetica Condensed Helvetica Condensed Hoefler Text Hoefler Text Black Hoefler Text Black Hoefler Text Hoefler Text Ornaments Joanna MT Joanna MT Joanna MT Joanna MT Letter Gothic Letter GothicPS Letter GothicPS - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 79
PS_14030.TTF PS_14040.TTF PS_14021.TTF PS_14022.TTF PS_14029.TTF PS_14039.TTF PS_13548.TTF PS_13547.TTF PS_14481.TTF PS_14480.TTF MS Windows install ENWW Font support 59 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 80
MS Windows installation instructions ● Set a default printer General MS Windows installation instructions Installation is similar for the Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating systems. If the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP is connected through a file or print server, the printing-system software must be - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 81
Detailed MS Windows installation instructions A series of dialog boxes appear during installation of the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software in MS Windows environments. Topics: ● Help, Back, Next, and Cancel buttons ● Direct-connect installation through a USB port ● Unsupported operating - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 82
Unsupported operating system dialog box The MS Windows NT 4.0 and MS Windows 98 operating systems do not support the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. When attempting to install the software in these environments, an Unsupported Operating System dialog box appears. An example of an Unsupported Operating System - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 83
order and appearance of dialog boxes can vary among operating systems. Select the Install Printer option from the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software CD. The Language Selection dialog box appears. Figure 3-4 Language Selection dialog box ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 63 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 84
dialog box lists only the languages that are available on the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software CD. The installer automatically detects the language that the computer system uses and presents this selection as the default. Select any other language that is available on the CD by - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 85
after completing the setup wizard check box is unchecked by default. Select this check box to install the software now but connect to your printer at a later time. ● Wired Networking. NOTE The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP does not support infrared connections or connections over a parallel port. NOTE The - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 86
first subnet in the network to finish in order to find all available devices. After the first subnet is scanned for available HP LaserJet M4345 MFP, the results appear in the Printers Found dialog box. However, the installer continues to search the network for additional devices. The results of the - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 87
MS Windows install Figure 3-8 Firewall Detected dialog box If no device is found during a network installation, the Printer Not Found dialog box appears, as shown in the following figure. Figure 3-9 Printer Not Found dialog box ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 67 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 88
appears (see Figure 3-7 Searching dialog box). If the software finds devices, the Printers Found dialog box appears, containing a list of matching devices 10 Printers Found dialog box Select the device to install and click Next. The Confirm Network Settings dialog box opens (see Figure 3-12 Confirm - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 89
specifying a device by address (see Figure 3-15 Check Printer Connection dialog box). To install the device listed, click Yes, install this printer and then click Next. The Confirm Network Settings dialog box opens, as shown in the following figure. ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 69 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 90
MS Windows install Figure 3-12 Confirm Network Settings dialog box In the Confirm Network Settings dialog box, click Next to continue the installation. The Installation Type dialog box opens (see - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 91
MS Windows install Figure 3-13 Confirm Changing Setting dialog box If you click No in the Confirm Changing Settings dialog, the Installation Type dialog the Change TCP/IP Settings dialog box opens (see Figure 3-14 Change TCP/IP Settings dialog box). ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 71 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 92
Confirm Network Settings dialog box (see Figure 3-12 Confirm Network Settings dialog box). If you clear the Use Default Port Name check box and click Next, the Set Port Name dialog box opens (see Figure 3-18 Set Port Name dialog box). The Check Printer Connection dialog box, which appears when No - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 93
dialog box opens. The Specify Printer dialog box is shown in the following figure. If you click Enter settings for a printer not on the network and then click Next, the Printer Settings dialog box opens (see Figure 3-17 Printer Settings dialog box). ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 73 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 94
box opens. When the search is finished, the Printer Found dialog box opens (see Figure 3-11 Printer Found dialog box). If you click Enter settings for a printer not on the network in the Check Printer Connection dialog box and then click Next, the Printer Settings dialog box opens, as shown in the - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 95
MS Windows install Figure 3-17 Printer Settings dialog box To install the device by using the hardware address, click Hardware Address (MAC), type the to continue the installation. The Set Port Name dialog box opens, as shown in the following figure. ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 75 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 96
MS Windows install Figure 3-18 Set Port Name dialog box Type a port name in the Port Name: field and click Next to open the Installation Type dialog box (see Figure 3-19 Installation Type dialog box). Figure 3-19 Installation Type dialog box 76 Chapter 3 Install MS Windows printing-system - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 97
only the HP PCL 6 driver and screen Custom Installation to install the HP Send Fax driver, HP PCL 5 and PS emulation drivers, as appropriate. MS Windows installer that installs features without including a print driver. Select the drivers and support documents to install. To view details about - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 98
MS Windows install Figure 3-21 Details dialog box Click OK to return to the Feature Selection dialog box. In the Feature Selection dialog box, click Next to continue the installation. The Ready to Install dialog box appears. 78 Chapter 3 Install MS Windows printing-system components ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 99
MS Windows install Figure 3-22 Ready to Install dialog box Click Install to start the installation process. Click Printer Properties to open the Printer Properties dialog box. Figure 3-23 Printer Properties General tab ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 79 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 100
, as appropriate. To use the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP as the default device, select the Use this as the default printer and select Yes in the drop-down menu. No is selected by default. If the device is being installed on a network and it will be shared among users, select Shared and then click Yes - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 101
NOTE Depending on the type of installation and selected options, additional steps might appear after you click Finish. The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Next Steps dialog box appears. Figure 3-26 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Next Steps - Congratulations dialog box ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 81 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 102
the device is connected, click Print Driver Test Page. Figure 3-27 Test Page dialog box If the test page prints correctly, click OK to continue. If it does not print, open the Printer Properties tab and try to print another test page, or click Troubleshoot. If connected to the Internet, register - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 103
MS Windows install Figure 3-28 Sign up now screen Connect to the Web and click Next to open the HP Registration Web site, as shown in the following figure. Figure 3-29 HP Registration screen ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 83 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 104
HP Printer Care Software. For more information, go to the HP Printer Care Web site: www.hp.com/go/easyprintercare Modify a pre-existing installation If an HP LaserJet M4345 MFP 30 Setup Maintenance dialog box Select the Add an additional printer or printer driver option to add a print driver other - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 105
Customization Wizard option to customize the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP installer by preconfiguring the installation options in a response file. To start the utility, click installer customization wizard on the main menu of the software CD browser. Using ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 85 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 106
drivers ● Components NOTE For detailed information about the Installer Customization Wizard, see the HP device-specific HP LaserJet M4345 MFP software CD in the CD-ROM drive. 2. In the CD browser main screen, click Optional Software. 3. Click Installer Customization Wizard. 4. Follow the instructions - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 107
, as shown in the following figure. MS Windows install Figure 3-32 Welcome to the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Installation Customization Wizard screen Click Next in the Welcome to the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Installation Customization Wizard dialog box. ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 87 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 108
box To cancel the installation, click Cancel on this or any other screen where it appears (see Help, Back, Next, and Cancel buttons). Read the software-license agreement, click I agree, and then click Next to open the Language dialog box. MS Windows install 88 Chapter 3 Install MS Windows printing - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 109
then install a new device in order to restore the option to install other languages. Click Next to open the Printer Port dialog box, as shown in the following figure. Click Back on this or any screen where it appears to return to a previous screen. ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 89 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 110
MS Windows install Figure 3-35 Printer Port dialog box Click Network Path to make the text field available for a queue-name entry. If you click Network Path and click the Browse, the Browse for Printer dialog box opens. Figure 3-36 Browse for Printer dialog box 90 Chapter 3 Install MS Windows - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 111
character in the Hardware Address field to prevent an error message from appearing and prompting for a valid hardware address. After selecting any of the options, type the appropriate name or address and then click Next. The Drivers dialog box opens. ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 91 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 112
type the device hardware address in the Hardware Address field and then click Next to open the Drivers dialog box. If you click Next without typing a hardware address, a network setup error message appears, as shown in the following figure. Figure 3-39 Please enter a Hardware address: Network Setup - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 113
on any other selection. It is possible to create a custom installer that installs features without including a print driver. Select the drivers to install. To view details about the drivers, click Details.... The driver Details dialog box appears. ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 93 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 114
are described in the Details dialog box. Click OK to return to the Drivers dialog box. On the Drivers dialog box, select one or more drivers, and click Next to continue the installation. The Driver Configuration dialog box appears. 94 Chapter 3 Install MS Windows printing-system components ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 115
To preconfigure the driver settings, select Yes, allow me to configure the drivers, and click Next. The Driver Configuration dialog box changes to show two tabs: ● Printing Preferences ● Device Settings These tabs are shown in the following figures. ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 95 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 116
lists the options. If the setting can be locked, a Lock check box appears beside the drop-down arrow. For example, the Print on Both Sides (Duplex) setting can be locked to ensure that users use double-sided printing. 96 Chapter 3 Install MS Windows printing-system components ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 117
Printing option, an error message appears, as Software dialog appears. MS Windows install Figure 3-46 Additional Software dialog box To view details about the additional software, click Details. The additional software Details dialog box appears. ENWW Print-driver installation instructions - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 118
dialog box is described in the Details dialog box. Click OK to return to the Additional Software dialog box. In the Additional Software dialog box, click Next to open the Custom Installer Location dialog box, which is shown in the following figure. 98 Chapter 3 Install MS Windows printing- - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 119
Custom Installer Location dialog box. Click Next to open the Ready to Create Installer dialog box, which is shown in the following figure. ENWW Print-driver installation instructions 99 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 120
MS Windows install Figure 3-49 Ready to Create Installer dialog box NOTE The location for the installer package defaults to c:\. NOTE During installation, several files, including system files, are placed at the root of the directory that appears in the Location field. Be sure that - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 121
to use the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP as your default device, select Yes in the Use this as the default printer drop-down menu. copying and installing the printing-system software folders and files. The Installing dialog box is shown in the following figure. ENWW Print-driver installation instructions - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 122
box remains on the screen until the status bar fills. Click Cancel to close the Installer Customization Wizard without creating the customized printingsystem software package. When the creation is complete, the Finish dialog box appears, as shown in the following figure. 102 Chapter 3 Install MS - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 123
requires no user interaction. This installation method is useful when using the default selections that package. The end-user cannot customize the command-line silent installer. It installs Use the following information to install a print driver through the Microsoft Point-and-Print function when - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 124
software programs. A user-mode print driver that functions incorrectly can terminate (or "crash") only the process in which it is running-not the whole operating system. Because access to critical system resources is restricted, overall operating system stability is increased. Set a default printer - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 125
HP LaserJet MFP Analog Fax Accessory 300 Send Fax Driver Guide. Minimum firmware HP LaserJet M4345 MFPs require firmware support for the HP Send Fax driver. To support the driver, the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP must have the minimum firmware version installed. To determine if the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 126
Install the HP Send Fax driver on MS Windows To install the fax driver, follow the instructions provided in Print-driver installation instructions. MS Windows install 106 Chapter 3 Install MS Windows printing-system components ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 127
Defaults, Printing Preferences, Document Properties tab features NOTE For information about installing, configuring, and using the HP Send Fax driver, refer to the HP LaserJet MFP Analog Fax Accessory 300 Send Fax Driver Guide available on the printingsystem CD or on the Web at: www.hp.com/support - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 128
Accessed from: Printers and Faxes folder, right-click Properties, Advanced tab, Printing Defaults button. Dialog box title HP MFP Send Fax Printing Defaults Description Sets default values that apply to all sharing users of the HP Send Fax driver (for example, through a shared device) HP Send Fax - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 129
, Printing Preferences, Document Properties (continued) Printers and Faxes folder, right-click Properties, General tab, Printing Preferences button. HP MFP Send Fax Printing Preferences Sets default values that apply to the local user of the HP Send Fax driver OR Printing and Faxes folder, right - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 130
In the printer name drop-down list, select the HP Send Fax driver. 4. Click Properties. The appearance and names of the fax driver tabs can vary, depending on operating system. These driver settings apply while the software program is open. HP Send Fax driver 110 Chapter 4 HP Send Fax driver ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 131
boxes. This help information is not customized specifically for the HP Send Fax driver, and thus the descriptions may be more applicable for print applications than the HP Send Fax driver. What's this? Help Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 support What's this? Help. You can gain - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 132
Click the Print Test Page button to open the HP Send Fax driver user interface for sending a fax. Sharing tab To gain access to the Sharing tab, follow these steps: 1. Click Start. 2. Click Settings. 3. Click Properties (Windows 2000) or Printers or Faxes (Windows XP Professional and Windows Server - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 133
) or Printers and Other Hardware Devices (Windows XP Home). 4. Right-click the device name. 5. Click Properties. 6. Click the Advanced tab. The Advanced tab provides the following controls for the HP Send Fax driver. ● Click Always Available to send the Send Fax job immediately. (This is the default - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 134
. Do not change the default settings. ● Click the Separator Page button to create a Separator page for the Send Fax job. NOTE The Separator Page feature is not supported for the HP Send Fax driver. Upgrade the HP Send Fax driver Use this method of upgrading the HP Send Fax driver to retain the phone - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 135
perform this function each time the driver is opened. The default setting is Off. After an automatic configuration is performed, the setting returns to Off. See the HP LaserJet MFP Analog Fax Accessory 300 Send Fax Driver Guide for more information. ENWW Driver Properties tab features 115 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 136
after the model name) together with specific information about each of the components. The information varies according to the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP model number, driver, date, and versions. The following figure shows the About tab. HP Send Fax driver Figure 4-2 About tab The About lists - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 137
the overall build number has increased, this is the latest version of the driver. If the overall build number is the same, check the version number of the GPD file. The driver that has the highest GPD version number is the latest driver. HP Send Fax driver ENWW Driver Properties tab features 117 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 138
see Table 4-1 Printing Defaults, Printing Preferences, Document Properties. Topics: ● Advanced tab ● Paper/Quality tab ● Services tab Advanced tab To to control features such as copies in the driver (although most current software programs support these features in the print dialog box or through - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 139
check box (appears when you select Copy Count) Copy Count Copy Count specifies the number of copies to print. For the HP Send Fax driver, this will cause additional fax jobs to be sent if the number of copies is changed to any number greater than 1. The default setting is 1. Collated The Collated - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 140
setting contains the following controls: ● Advanced Printing Features ● Printer Features ● Layout Options Advanced Printing Features This feature is not applicable to the HP Send Fax driver. The Advanced Printing Features setting should be Enabled as default. Paper/Quality tab To gain access to the - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 141
Task Quick Sets. Use the Print Task Quick Sets setting to store the current combination of driver settings. Print Task Quick Sets are either preset by network-administrator settings or user-defined printing specifications (such as media size). The Print Task Quick Sets control does not appear on the - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 142
support software programs that do not include a media-size setting, such as NotePad. The media size will be applied to the Send Fax job; no printing will occur. For information about media sizes, see the Media attributes section of this STR. HP Send Fax driver 122 Chapter 4 HP Send Fax driver - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 143
Windows Server 2003) or Printers and Other Hardware Devices (Windows XP Home). 4. Right-click the device name. 5. Click Printing Preferences. 6. Click Services. The Services tab is shown in the following figure. HP Send Fax driver ENWW Printing Defaults, Printing Preferences, Document Properties - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 144
NOTE The Services tab options only appear if the HP Send Fax driver is connected HP EWS. Launch Embedded Web Server Click the Launch Embedded Web Server to open the HP EWS. Refer to the HP Embedded Web Server User Guide for additional information about the HP EWS. 124 Chapter 4 HP Send Fax driver - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 145
, override device control-panel settings. When installing the print-system software in Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003, the HP PCL 6 driver is installed by default. The HP PCL 5 and PS emulation drivers can be installed by performing a Custom Installation. The following sections - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 146
● Services tab features ● Device Settings tab features ● About tab features HP drivers for Windows 126 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers for MS Windows ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 147
the device control panel, see the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User Guide that came with the device, or download it from following Web site: www.hp.com/support/ljm4345mfp Software-program print-dialog box To gain access to the print-driver settings from within most software programs, follow these steps - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 148
device-specific. The Job Storage tab is available only when the Job Storage setting is Enabled on the tab. To make the settings take effect, click OK on the Device Settings tab. The Output tab is available only when an output device is connected to the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. Properties driver tabs - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 149
messages that appear in response to specific print-driver selections. These messages appear in response driver. Duplexing, for example, is not possible when the Transparency media type is selected. The following figure shows an example of an Incompatible Print Settings message. HP drivers - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 150
and then click OK. The driver resets the conflicting control to a setting manually. If the conflict is not resolved when the driver is closed, then the same dialog appears again when a print job is sent to the device. HP drivers for Windows 130 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 151
media size and copies in the driver (although most current software programs support these features in the print dialog box or through the page settings in the software program). The following figure shows the Advanced tab. HP drivers for Windows Figure 5-2 The default appearance of the Advanced - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 152
in the box. The default number of copies is 1. Because the number of copies can be set in some software programs, conflicts between the software program and the driver can arise. In most cases, the software program and the driver communicate so that the number of copies set in one location (such - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 153
device fonts for TrueType fonts and scanning for horizontal and vertical rules, are turned off. PostScript Options NOTE Print Optimization settings are available only in the PS Emulation driver. They are not available in the HP PCL 6 and PCL 5 drivers. Select one of the following settings - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 154
● No. Print the image without reversing the values for black and white. This is the default setting. Printer Features The Printer Features setting contains the following controls: ● Alternative Letterhead Mode. (available only when an automatic duplexing unit is installed) When selected, this option - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 155
that have trouble using TrueType fonts for special graphic aspects such as shading, rotation, or slanting. The setting is Disabled (off) by default. The TrueType fonts are converted to bitmap soft fonts before downloading. When Enabled, the driver sends TrueType fonts to the printer as outlines - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 156
Settings. 3. Click Printers (Windows 2000) or Printers and Faxes (Windows XP Professional and Windows Server 2003) or Printers and Other Hardware the document. The following figure shows the Paper/Quality tab. HP drivers for Windows Figure 5-3 Paper/Quality tab The Paper/Quality tab contains - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 157
user-defined printing specifications (such as media size, pages per sheet, and so on). The Print Task Quick Sets control does not appear on the driver Sets drop-down menu: ● Default Print Settings ● User Guide Print Settings Default Print Settings When you select Default Print Settings, nearly all of - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 158
Table 5-1 Print Task Quick Set default values for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printer Driver feature Feature setting location Default values for U.S. English Print Task Quick Sets Preconfigurable1 Print on Both Sides Finishing tab, Document Options group box Available, not selected Yes Flip - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 159
default values for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printer (continued) Driver feature Feature setting location Default group Available, not selected No box Quick Copy Job Storage tab, Job Storage Mode group User Job Storage tab, User Name group box Name Unavailable, selected No (Windows User Name - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 160
Print Settings option provides a Print Task Quick Set for optimal printing of the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP User Guide. When you select User Guide Print Settings, all of the settings are restored to the default settings, except for the following settings: ● On the Paper/Quality tab, Type Is: is set - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 161
The Size is: setting is a drop-down menu that lists all of the supported media sizes. Move the mouse cursor over the dimensions label to change the cursor from software programs override driver settings, it is generally best to use the driver to set media size only when printing from software - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 162
HP LaserJet M4345 MFP, shown in the following figure, does not reflect the maximum media size that the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP supports tab, then the Name text box shows the default name of "Custom." ● If a new name HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers for MS Windows ENWW HP drivers for Windows - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 163
control limits The minimum media size for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP is 76.2 x 127 mm (3 x 5 inches) and the maximum is 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 inches). The following table summarizes media size limits for each media-handling device. Table 5-2 HP PCL 6 driver custom media sizes Tray Tray 1 (100 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 164
shows all of the media types that the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP supports. When you use the default setting, Unspecified, the device uses the default media type, which is usually Plain. No mechanism exists for manually adding custom media types through the driver. Custom types can be added only by using - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 165
default setting is Unspecified, and the program selects the media type. Before selecting a different setting, make sure that the correct media type is loaded in the tray that is specified in the Source is: setting. If the print-driver configured until you close the software program from which you are - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 166
The Type is: drop-down menu shows all of the media types that the device supports. NOTE You must use the same size of media for the entire print job. configured until you close the software program. HP drivers for Windows 146 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers for MS Windows ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 167
here. The Type is: drop-down menu shows all of the media types that the device supports. NOTE Use the same size of media for the entire print job. All Use Different Paper the settings remain configured until you close the software program. ENWW Paper/Quality tab features 147 HP drivers for Windows - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 168
are installed through the Device Settings tab also appear here. The Type is: drop-down menu shows all of the media types that the device supports. 148 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers for MS Windows ENWW HP drivers for Windows - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 169
covers, the settings remain configured until you close the software program. Last Page Use the Last Page options to select when the Use Different Paper/Covers check box is selected. HP drivers for Windows Figure 5-9 Last Page options The following are the supports. ENWW Paper/Quality tab features 149 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 170
until you close the software program. Back Cover Use setting and options. HP drivers for Windows Figure 5-10 Back Cover options The following are the Back Cover options: ● Size is: drop-down menu ● Add a Blank or Preprinted Cover check box (not selected by default - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 171
down menu shows all of the media types that the device supports. NOTE Use the same size of media for the entire configured until you close the software program. Document preview image The document preview image is a line-drawn image of a HP drivers for Windows ENWW Paper/Quality tab features 151 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 172
Print Quality drop-down menu The Print Quality drop-down menu contains the following controls in the HP PCL 6 driver: ● ProRes 1200 (170 lpi). Prints using a resolution of 1200 x 1200 with 170 lines per inch (lpi). This prints slower than other resolutions but has better print quality. ● ProRes 1200 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 173
EconoMode setting is used frequently, the mechanical parts can wear out before the supply of toner is depleted, increasing the risk of toner leaking. The EconoMode option can be activated from the device control panel, from the Print Quality tab in the software program properties, or from the Print - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 174
2. Select Settings. 3. Click Printers (Windows 2000) or Printers and Faxes (Windows XP Professional and Windows Server 2003) or Printers and Other Hardware Devices (Windows shows the Effects tab. HP drivers for Windows Figure 5-13 Effects tab The Effects tab contains the following controls: 154 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 175
driver tabs. Print task quick sets are either preset or user-defined printing specifications, such as media size and pages per sheet. Resizing Options The Resizing Options group box consists of the following controls: ● Actual Size (default the selected media source supports and any custom sizes - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 176
default setting in the entry box is 100% of normal size. Normal size is defined as the media size that is selected within the driver or what the driver receives from the software program (if the software Sheet (on the Finishing tab) is not 1 Document preview image The document preview image is a line - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 177
watermark. The following watermarks are preset in the driver: ● (none) ● Confidential ● Draft ● that no watermark is selected. This is the default setting. Any watermark that is selected from are applied to logical pages. For example, when Pages per Sheet is set to "4" and First Page Only is turned - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 178
of available watermarks, both the predefined watermarks that are available in the driver and any new watermarks that have been created. To create a new watermark to delete the selected watermark. HP drivers for Windows 158 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers for MS Windows ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 179
place the text along a line that spans the mid-left and default Shading setting for new and preset watermarks is Very Light. The following range of shades is available from the Shading drop-down menu: ● Lightest ● Very Light (default) ● Light ● Medium Light ● Medium ● Medium Dark ● Dark HP drivers - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 180
Select Darkest to produce a black watermark. ● Size. Font sizes from 1 to 999 points are available from the Size menu. The default point size is language-dependent. unsaved changes can be canceled. HP drivers for Windows 160 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers for MS Windows ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 181
2003) or Printers and Other Hardware Devices (Windows XP Home). 4. Right-click the device name. 5. Click Printing Preferences. 6. Click the Finishing tab. Use the Finishing tab to print booklets and control the media output. The following figure shows the Finishing tab. HP drivers for Windows - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 182
Quick Sets control to store the current combination of driver settings that appear on all other Printing Preferences driver tabs. Print task quick sets are either preset or user-defined printing specifications, such as media size and pages per sheet. Document options The Document Options group box - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 183
on all HP LaserJet M4345 MFP models for media types that the automatic duplexing unit does not support, such as thick media. Manually printing on the second side of a page is available in the HP PCL 6, PCL 5, or PS emulation drivers. If a duplexing unit is installed and manual duplexing is enabled - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 184
. HP drivers for Windows Figure 5-18 Print on Both Sides Instructions dialog box When you have completed the steps in the dialog box, the second half of the print job prints on the back side of the sheets in the stack of media. The driver does not require the program to specifically support odd - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 185
default setting of 1, it automatically changes to 2 pages per sheet. Changing the Pages per Sheet setting manually to 4, 6, 9, or 16 pages per sheet disables the booklet setting. Topics: ● Book and Booklet Printing ● Print a booklet Book and Booklet Printing The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP supports book - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 186
unavailable. Print Page Borders Related controls indented beneath the Pages per Sheet edit box are Print Page Borders and Page Order, which become active when Pages per Sheet is greater than 1. HP drivers for Windows 166 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers for MS Windows ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 187
pages per sheet ● 4 pages per sheet ● 6 pages per sheet ● 9 pages per sheet ● 16 pages per sheet Edge-to-edge printing By default, the print option is set from the device driver. Document preview image The document preview image is a line-drawn image of a page that represents HP drivers for Windows - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 188
so the page orientation in the driver is useful only for the few software programs that do not set an orientation. The Orientation group box contains two options: ● Portrait. The top edge of the document is the shorter edge of the media. This is the default orientation. ● Landscape. The top edge of - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 189
2003) or Printers and Other Hardware Devices (Windows XP Home). 4. Right-click the device name. 5. Click Printing Preferences. 6. Click the Output tab. Use the Output tab to select where and how the media exits the device. The following figure shows the Output tab. HP drivers for Windows Figure - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 190
settings that appear on all other Printing Preferences driver tabs. Print task quick sets are either preset or user-defined printing specifications, such as media size and pages per sheet. Document preview image The document preview image is a line-drawn image of a page that represents graphics and - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 191
job should be stapled. Two options are available: ● None ● One Staple Angled (Max 30 Sheets) Output Bin Options To use the Output Bin Options control, an accessory output bin must be Automatically Select ● Standard Output Bin ● Stacker Bin HP drivers for Windows ENWW Output tab features 171 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 192
tab. Use the job-storage feature to store print jobs in the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP memory for printing at a later time. These job-storage features are described in the following sections. The Job Storage tab appears among the driver tabs only if job-storage feature is enabled, and a hard disk is - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 193
Sets control to store the current combination of driver settings that appear on all other Printing Preferences driver tabs. Print task quick sets are either preset or user-defined printing specifications, such as media size and pages per sheet. HP drivers for Windows ENWW Job Storage tab features - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 194
control panel. The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP offers the following Job Storage Mode options: ● Off ● Proof and Hold ● Private Job ● Quick Copy ● Stored Job device. If more copies are needed, reprint the job from the software program. Sending a second proof-and-hold job that has the same user name and job - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 195
selected by default. The Display Job ID when printing option opens a pop-up dialog box when the job-storage print job is printed. The dialog box shows the user name and job name that are associated with the stored print job, as well as the device name, port, and location. HP drivers for Windows - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 196
option, which is the default selection, automatically generates the job in an ASCII code of fewer than for job name and user name vary for each software program toolbar prints the job without using job-storage features. HP drivers for Windows 176 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 197
when printing, follow these steps: 1. Click File and then click Print from the software program. The Print dialog box appears. 2. Click Properties. The Properties dialog box appears . 2. Touch appropriate folder on the left of the screen. HP drivers for Windows ENWW Job Storage tab features 177 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 198
3. Touch appropriate document. 4. Touch Delete. If a PIN for the stored job, type the correct PIN. Once the PIN is confirmed, the job is deleted. HP drivers for Windows 178 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers for MS Windows ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 199
Windows Server 2003) or Printers and Other Hardware Devices (Windows XP Home). 4. Right-click the device name. 5. Click Printing Preferences. 6. Click the Services tab. The Services tab is shown in the following figure. HP drivers for Windows Figure 5-24 Services tab The Services tab contains the - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 200
tools and contacts for troubleshooting. ● Support and troubleshooting. Open the product page for the HP Business Center. ● Product manuals. Open a Web page to view or download HP LaserJet M4345 MFP manuals. ● Check for driver updates. Automatically check the print drivers to see whether the - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 201
devices and controls for managing the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. Available options depend on the driver and the particular feature. The following figure shows the Device Settings tab for the HP PCL 6 driver. HP drivers for Windows Figure 5-25 HP PCL 6 driver Device Settings tab The following figure - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 202
driver Device Settings ● Installable Options Form to Tray Assignment A network administrator can use Form to Tray Assignment to specify the media size in each input tray. The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP supports setting to specify, in the driver, the media size that driver tabs. This constraint prevents - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 203
. Click the Font Substitution Table option to open a list of fonts, as show in the following figure. Use the settings to change the TrueType-to-printer font mappings. HP drivers for Windows Figure 5-27 Font Substitution Table External Fonts NOTE The External Fonts option is available only in the - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 204
name and path of the font metric file in the Printer Font File Location text box, or click Browse to locate the file on the computer. The font file names appear in the Font(s) to be Added window. 184 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers for MS Windows ENWW HP drivers for Windows - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 205
Settings. 3. Click Printers (Windows 2000) or Printers and Faxes (Windows XP Professional and Windows Server 2003) or Printers and Other Hardware Devices 10. Click OK to close the HP Font Installer dialog box. PS Emulation driver Device Settings The following controls are available and appear only - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 206
reset at the end of every postscript document. The default setting is Yes. Pressing Ctrl-D resets the device to its default driver provides. The following settings are available: ● Yes ● No (This is the default setting.) HP drivers for Windows 186 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 207
driver. The following settings are available: ● Yes ● No (This is the default the default setting.) . The default setting is error message. When printing a very complicated document, increase this value. If you specify 0 seconds, the device waits indefinitely. The default Defaults. The default - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 208
) The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP base model has an optional duplexing unit. The duplexing unit is standard on the HP LaserJet M4345x MFP, HP LaserJet M4345xm MFP, and HP LaserJet M4345xs MFP models. For the standard models, this setting is Installed by default. The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP supports smart - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 209
of using a photocopier. The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP supports the transmit-once mopying feature when the Mopier Mode: setting on the Device Settings tab is Enabled. Use the HP PCL 6, PCL 5, or PS emulation driver to perform mopying in one of two ways: either through the software or through the device - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 210
3 copies uncollated 3 copies uncollated 3 copies collated 3 copies collated Postscript Passthrough (PS Emulation driver only) Postscript Passthrough is enabled by default, and must be enabled for most print jobs. Postscript passthrough provides additional capabilities for some software programs - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 211
JPEG Passthrough (PS Emulation driver only) The JPEG Passthrough setting contains the following options: ● Disable. When this option ) connections, JPEG passthrough is disabled. For DOT4 and USB connections, JPEG passthrough is enabled. HP drivers for Windows ENWW Device Settings tab features 191 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 212
after the model name) together with specific information about each of the components. The information varies according to the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP model number, driver, date, and versions. The About tab is shown in the following figure. HP drivers for Windows Figure 5-29 About tab The - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 213
). If the overall build number has increased, this is the latest version of the driver. If the overall build number is the same, check the version number of the GPD file. The driver that has the highest GPD version number is the latest driver. HP drivers for Windows ENWW About tab features 193 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 214
HP drivers for Windows 194 Chapter 5 HP PCL 6, PCL 5, and PS Emulation drivers for MS Windows ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 215
6 Macintosh Introduction The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP comes with printing software and installers for Apple Computer, Inc., Macintosh operating systems. Topics: ● Macintosh printing-system software ● Macintosh install and uninstall instructions ● Macintosh HP Printer Utility ● HP Embedded Web Server - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 216
OS 9 and Mac OS X classic are not supported. Availability This document provides information about the availability of the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printingsystem software and related software and firmware. Printing-system software on a CD is available from HP fulfillment centers. Topics: 196 Chapter - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 217
CD. This document does not describe any drivers that might be released for use by support personnel. Topics: ● Printing-system software ● Software component availability Printing-system software The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software is available for download at the following Web - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 218
root of the Macintosh CD Partition. The user manuals (in PDF format) are grouped by language and are in the Manuals directory on the Macintosh partition of the printingsystem software CD. CD versions The software CD for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP contains the files for installing the printing-system - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 219
Macintosh ● SK = Slovak ● SL = Slovenian ● ES = Spanish (Español) ● SV = Swedish (Svenska) ● TR = Turkish (Turkçe) ● CD AS - Asian (part number CB425-60136): ● AR = Arabic ● ZHCN = Simplified Chinese ● ZHTW = Traditional Chinese ● EN = English ● ID = Indonesia (Bahasa) ● JA = Japanese ● KO = Korean - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 220
install and uninstall instructions The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP comes with software and installers for MS Windows and Apple Computer, Inc., Macintosh systems. This document provides procedures for installing and removing the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software for Macintosh operating - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 221
, double-click the hp LaserJet M4345 CD-ROM icon on the desktop to open the CD-ROM window. 3. Double-click the HP LaserJet v... .app icon. NOTE The Continue button appears only after you type the "admin" password in the Authenticate dialog. ENWW Macintosh install and uninstall instructions 201 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 222
instructions to complete the software installation. NOTE When you are installing the printing-system software Printer software, but if you are installing the device using a USB connection, install the software before connecting the USB cable. Insert the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP printing-system software - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 223
Software screen In the HP LaserJet Software screen, double-click the HP LaserJet v6.8.0.42C.app icon. This begins the install process. Figure 6-3 HP LaserJet v.6.8.0.42C.app icon The Authenticate dialog appears. Figure 6-4 Authenticate dialog ENWW Macintosh install and uninstall instructions - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 224
Macintosh Type the correct "admin" name and password and click OK to continue. The installer startup screen appears. Click Cancel to exit the installation. Figure 6-5 HP LaserJet for Macintosh installer startup-screen Click Go Back to return to the previous screen. Click Continue. The Read Me - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 225
Macintosh Figure 6-6 HP LaserJet Installer Read Me dialog Click Print... to open the Page Setup dialog for the default device and print a copy of the readme. Click Save... to open the system Save dialog and save the readme to disk. Click Continue to continue the installation. The License - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 226
Click Print... to open the Page Setup dialog for the default device and print a copy of the license agreement. Click Save... to open the system Save dialog and save the license agreement to disk. Read the software-license agreement and then click Continue to continue the installation. A dialog - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 227
Macintosh Figure 6-9 Easy Install dialog The default option in the drop-down menu at the top of the screen is Easy Install. You can also choose Custom Install in the same menu, as shown in the following figure. ENWW Macintosh install and uninstall instructions 207 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 228
10 HP LaserJet Installer dialog (custom install) The Custom Install screen displays all of the options that are available on the printing-system software CD. Use the check boxes on the list to install the components that you want to install. The Configuration installation option installs the HP EWS - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 229
. Click Stop to interrupt the install file copy process. When installation is complete, the LaserJet ReadMe.rtf icon appears on the desktop. Follow these instructions to set up a printer queue for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. Figure 6-12 LaserJet ReadMe icon The Finish Up dialog appears, stating - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 230
Mac OS X V10.2.8 ● Troubleshooting the printer setup Set up a printer with Mac OS X V10.4 or later) Carry out these steps after the software installation is complete. 1. If you are installing the device using a USB connection, connect the USB cable between the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP and the computer - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 231
then run the Printer Setup Utility. The Printer List appears. It looks similar to the one shown in the following figure. Figure 6-14 Printer list screen You , should display HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. If this is the case, the setup is complete. ENWW Macintosh install and uninstall instructions 211 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 232
Troubleshooting the printer setup. If you are installing the device using a network connection, continue with the following steps. 4. Click Add in the Printer Click the Default Browser tab. Figure 6-16 Default Browser tab b. Select the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP from the list. The software verifies that - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 233
the device off and then on again. If the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP PPD does not appear in the Print Using pull-down list, turn the computer off and then on again, then restart the setup process. For more troubleshooting information, see Troubleshooting the printer setup. If you want to use the IP - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 234
Settings, find the IP Address. Type this address into the Address field on the add printer screen. e. The Name, Location, and Print Using information will automatically be filled in. If the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Series PPD does not appear in the Print Using field, turn the computer off and then - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 235
a USB connection, connect the USB cable between the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP and the computer. Turn on the device. If you are installing using a network connection, verify that the network cable is connected to the device and the device is on. ENWW Macintosh install and uninstall instructions 215 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 236
the device list same change as before should display HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Series. If this is the case, the setup is complete. If the device does not appear, or if the correct information does not appear in the Kind field, see Troubleshooting the printer setup. If you are installing the device using - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 237
HP LaserJet M4345 MFP does not appear in the list, verify that the device is powered on and connected to the network. If it still does not appear, try turning the device off and then on again. Finally, turn the computer off and then on again, then restart the setup process. For more troubleshooting - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 238
manually select a .PPD file, click the Printer Model pull-down menu, select HP, and then select the .PPD file that you want to add. If the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Click Add. The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP appears in the Printer List. 7. To configure installable options such as a duplexing unit or optional - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 239
Printer List screen appears. Figure 6-23 Printer List screen 3. If you are installing the device using a USB connection, verify that the device appears on the device list. The Kind column in the device list should display HP LaserJet M4345 MFP column, see Troubleshooting the printer setup. If you - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 240
For more troubleshooting information, see Troubleshooting the printer setup. NOTE If the automatic selection fails, or if you want to manually select a PPD file, click the Printer Model drop-down menu, choose HP, and then choose the PPD file that you want to add. If the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Series - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 241
page, follow these instructions. i. Touch Administration. Printer's Address field. c. Choose Printer Model and then choose the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP in the Model Name list. 6. Click Add. The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP appears in the Printer List. 7. Select the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP, go to the Printers - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 242
. If these steps do not resolve the problem, delete the incorrect print queue, click Add, choose the device from the list, and then browse manually for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP Series PPD. Uninstall the Macintosh printing system Follow these instructions to uninstall the Macintosh Printing System - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 243
. Use IP, Bonjour, Rendezvous, or USB to enable the HP Printer Utility. Topics: ● Access to the HP Printer Utility ● Supplies Status ● Device Information ● File Upload ● Update Firmware ● Upload Fonts ● HP Support ● Duplex mode ● Economode ● Resolution ● Trays Configuration ● Lock Resources ● Stored - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 244
not selected If the device does not appear, click More Printers.... The Connection Type screen appears, as shown in the following figure. Figure 6-27 Connection Type screen Choose the connection type (USB, TCP/IP, or AppleTalk). - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 245
Utility. Figure 6-28 Select Printer screen - printer selected On the Select Printer screen, click Settings... to open the Device Status screen in the HP EWS. To open the HP Printer Utility, select the device and click Launch Utility. If the HP Printer Utility software detects a condition that might - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 246
Address the condition and click OK to close the screen. The HP Printer Utility opens. The following sections describe the screens and features that are available in the HP Printer Utility. Supplies Status The HP Printer Utility opens to the Current Supplies Levels screen. Figure 6-30 Current - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 247
that can be sent about your device to facilitate the ordering of supplies. Figure 6-32 Transfer printer information to HP SureSupply? screen After either option is selected (Send or Don't Send), the Welcome to HP SureSupply Web page opens, as shown in the following figure. ENWW Macintosh - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 248
Macintosh Figure 6-33 Welcome to HP SureSupply screen On the Transfer printer information to HP SureSupply? page, click the Shared Information link to open a screen that shows the HP privacy statement, as shown in the following figure. 228 Chapter 6 Macintosh ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 249
Don't Send link. On the Supplies Status screen, click Media to see the status of the trays. The Figure 6-35 Paper Status screen ENWW Macintosh HP Printer Utility 229 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 250
the menu on the left to find the device service ID (if assigned), the firmware version, and the serial number. Figure 6-36 Device corner to see information about another installed device. This action relaunches the HP Printer Utility so that you can select another device (see Figure 6-55 Device - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 251
by using a command line. That is, they do not need to be opened in a software program that supports the file format (such as the Adobe Acrobat or Acrobat Reader programs for .PDF files), but can be sent directly to the device by using the File Upload command. ● HP LaserJet printer command language - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 252
navigation screen. Browse to the firmware file and click Open. The Update Firmware screen shows the file name. Click Update. Upload Fonts In the Information and Support menu, click Upload Fonts to gain access to fonts that you can upload to the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. Figure 6-39 Upload Fonts screen - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 253
Add Font File in the Upload Fonts screen. A navigation screen opens. Navigate to the font file and click Open. To close the screen, click Cancel. HP Support Click HP Support to open the HP Online Support screen. ENWW Macintosh HP Printer Utility 233 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 254
screen If you have Internet access, you can connect to HP support pages over the Web from this screen. Click the Instant Support link to open the HP Instant Support Web page. Figure 6-43 HP Instant Support link Click the Hewlett-Packard Online Privacy Statement link to open a screen that shows the - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 255
of the HP LaserJet M4345x MFP, HP LaserJet M4345xm MFP, and HP LaserJet M4345xs MFP models) is installed, the Configuration Settings menu includes a Duplex Mode setting. Click this setting to open the Duplex Mode screen, as shown in the following figure. ENWW Macintosh HP Printer Utility 235 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 256
6-45 Duplex Mode screen 1. Choose Duplex Mode to open the Duplex Mode screen. 2. Select the Enable Duplex Mode check box. This box is clear by default. 3. Click Apply Now to enable printing on both sides of the page. Economode Under Printer Settings, choose the Economode and Toner Density menu - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 257
toner leaking. Use genuine HP parts to avoid this problem. Change the settings in the Toner Density drop-down menu to save on toner use. The following settings are available: ●1 ●2 ●3 ●4 ●5 Lower settings result in slightly reduced printing quality, but save on toner usage. Resolution Under Printer - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 258
Macintosh The following dots-per-inch (dpi) settings are available in the Default Resolution drop-down menu: ● 300 ● 600 ● FASTRES 1200 ● down menu: ● OFF ● LIGHT ● MEDIUM ● DARK Trays Configuration Under Printer Settings, choose Trays Configuration to open the Trays Configuration screen, as shown - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 259
a different media type in the Default Media Type drop-down menu. 4. Click Apply Now to save the settings. Lock Resources Select Lock Resources to lock certain features of the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. The Lock Resources screen is shown in the following figure. ENWW Macintosh HP Printer Utility 239 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 260
Macintosh Figure 6-49 Lock Resources Locking blocks changes in the device configuration. ● Maximal Locking prevents users from changing device control-panel settings. In the lower pane, This setting is selected by default. Click to clear the check box to disable the job-storing feature. - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 261
You can type a PIN for your job in the Enter Secure Job PIN field. Select the number of copies in the Copies to Print field. Select a stored job and click Print to print the job. Select a stored job and be unlocked. 4. To print job, press the Select button. ENWW Macintosh HP Printer Utility 241 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 262
. Choose E-mail Alerts to configure the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP to send e-mail notifications to users. If a user name and password have been set, you might need to obtain them from the IT administrator. For more information, see the HP Embedded Web Server User Guide. 242 Chapter 6 Macintosh ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 263
the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP is installed over a network connection. It is not available when the MFP is installed over a USB connection. Choose Network Settings to open the TCP/IP Settings page of the HP Embedded Web Server Networking screen. Figure 6-52 Networking screen ENWW Macintosh HP Printer - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 264
. For more information, see the HP Embedded Web Server User Guide. The HP EWS opens to the Network Settings screen. For information about this screen, see Networking tab . Bonjour Settings The Bonjour Settings screen is available if the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP is installed over a network connection - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 265
Apply Now. The following options are available in the The highest priority service drop-down menu: ● Port 9100 (default) ● IPP ● LPD-RAW ● LPD-TEXT ● LPD-AUTO ● the HP EWS. Figure 6-54 Additional Settings screen To open the HP EWS, click Open Embedded Web Server. ENWW Macintosh HP Printer Utility - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 266
the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP, click the Print Queue... button, then click Utility. Using a Web browser: NOTE This method can only be used if the device is using a network connection. 1. On the device control panel, print a configuration page. To print a configuration page, follow these instructions - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 267
folder, open the HP EWS Device Configuration folder. Run the HP Device Configuration application. 2. Choose the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP from the list of following sections describe the screens and features that are available in the HP EWS. Information tab The Information tab allows you to access and - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 268
page shows device status messages from the device. The Device Status page also displays some pertinent device information and device settings. Figure 6-56 HP EWS - Device Status page Configuration page The Configuration Page displays the values of all of the settings available to be set in the - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 269
Macintosh Figure 6-57 HP EWS - Configuration Page screen (1 of 3) ENWW HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) 249 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 270
Macintosh Figure 6-58 HP EWS - Configuration page (2 of 3) 250 Chapter 6 Macintosh ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 271
Macintosh Figure 6-59 HP EWS - Configuration page (3 of 3) Supplies Status page The Supplies Status page displays the status of all of the supplies used by the device, including the black, cyan, magenta, and yellow print cartridges. ENWW HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) 251 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 272
Macintosh Figure 6-60 HP EWS - Supplies Status page Event Log Use the Event Log screen to track the events that occur on the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. Figure 6-61 HP EWS - Event Log screen 252 Chapter 6 Macintosh ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 273
of media that has passed through the product, as well as the number of duplexed pages. The total is calculated by multiplying the sum of the print count values by . The information on this screen can be used to determine how much toner or paper to keep on hand. The Usage Page is shown in the following figures - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 274
Macintosh Figure 6-63 HP EWS - Usage Page screen (2 of 2) 254 Chapter 6 Macintosh ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 275
on the Settings tab. Figure 6-64 HP EWS - Device Information screen Control Panel The Control Panel screen shows the product control-panel display as if you were standing at the product. Because this view shows the product status, it can help you troubleshoot problems with the product. NOTE The - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 276
files or to update your product firmware remotely. You can use the Print screen to print one file at a time from a product that supports the HP EWS. This feature is especially useful if you are a mobile user, because you do not have to install the product's print driver in order to print; you can - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 277
Macintosh Figure 6-66 HP EWS - Print screen Printing a file or updating firmware from the Print screen Use the following procedure to print a file or update product firmware from the Print screen. 1. Select a file that resides on your machine or on your network by clicking Browse to browse to a - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 278
the documentation that came with your device for more information about the different menus that your device supports. The Configure Device screen is shown in the following figure. Figure 6-67 HP EWS - Configure Device screen Using the menus on the Configure Device screen The following procedure is - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 279
send problem and status alerts to anyone through e-mail messages. When this function is configured, alerts are automatically triggered about supplies, paper-path status, and other service and advisory information. More than one individual can receive alerts, with each person receiving only specific - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 280
, see the HP Embedded Web Server User Guide. AutoSend Use the AutoSend screen to send product-configuration and supplies-usage information periodically to e-mail destinations of your choice, such as service providers. This feature establishes a relationship with Hewlett-Packard Company or another - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 281
Macintosh Figure 6-70 HP EWS - AutoSend screen Turn on the AutoSend feature Use the following procedure to make the AutoSend feature available. 1. Make outgoing e-mail functions available by following the instructions that are listed in this chapter. (For more information, see E-mail Server.) 2. - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 282
Macintosh Figure 6-71 HP EWS - Security screen Authentication Manager Use the Authentication Manager screen, shown in the following figure, to set the device functions that require users to successfully log in before use. Figure 6-72 HP EWS - Authentication Manager screen 262 Chapter 6 Macintosh - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 283
of two interdependent parts. First, the device verifies the user's credentials with the LDAP server. After the device user has supplied valid the HP EWS screens in the Other Links box beneath the left navigational bar. Three permanent links (hp instant support, Shop for Supplies, and Product Support) - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 284
Link, type the URL and the name of the link as you would like it to appear in the HP EWS. 2. Click Add Link. Removing a link Use this procedure to remove a link. 1. Under User-defined Links, select the link or links that you would like to remove. 2. Click Remove Selected Link. Device - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 285
e-mail messages that are sent from the product. This might be useful if you need to locate the product to replace supplies or fix a problem. Language Use the Language screen to select the language in which the HP EWS screens appear. The Language screen is shown in the following figure. Figure 6-76 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 286
that the Web browser is currently using. If your browser and control panel both use a language that is not available for the HP EWS, English is selected as the default. If you make any changes on the Language screen, click Apply to save your changes. Date & Time Use the Date & Time screen - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 287
for displaying the date (under Date Format) and time (under Time Format). The following figure shows the Date/Time Format screen. Figure 6-78 HP EWS - Date/Time Format screen Clock Drift Correction Use the Date & Time - clock drift correction screen to enable clock drift correction. The following - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 288
day; however, each day can have a different wakeup setting. Additionally, to save energy, the sleep delay can be set to turn the product off after a specific period of inactivity. Figure 6-80 HP EWS - Wake Time screen 268 Chapter 6 Macintosh ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 289
Digital Sending tab is shown in the following figure. Figure 6-81 HP Digital Sending tab - General Settings screen For more information, see the HP Embedded Web Server User Guide. Networking tab The HP EWS Networking tab is shown in the following figure. NOTE Not all of the screens on the tab are - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 290
Macintosh Figure 6-82 HP EWS Networking tab - Network Settings screen The menu on the left side of the screen contains other networking options under three categories: ● Configuration ● Security section ● - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 291
● Select Language Security section ● Settings ● Authorization ● Mgmt. Protocols ● 802.1x authentication ● Firewall Diagnostics section ● Network Statistics ● Protocol Info ● Configuration Page Refer to the HP Jetdirect Administrator's Guide on the printing-system CD for more information. ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 292
Macintosh 272 Chapter 6 Macintosh ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 293
7 Engineering Details Introduction Topics: ● Remote firmware updates ● Printing print-ready documents ● Media attributes ● Uninstall Engineering Details ENWW Introduction 273 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 294
Engineering Details Remote firmware updates The HP LaserJet M4345 MFP features remote firmware update (RFU) capability. The method for downloading remote firmware updates from the Web site is similar to that used to download the latest printing-system software and print drivers. The process for - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 295
bundle. Jetlink protocol (interface used to hook up output devices; external to MFP) DC controller (internal to MFP) ● duplexer ● input external trays ● output external bins No version checking. Does version checking. The firmware updates if the RFU is different from what is currently on the - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 296
firmware from the HP Web site The remote firmware update (.RFU) file and an associated readme file are packaged together as a selfextracting .EXE file. For detailed instructions defaults. Examples of settings that are affected in this way are tray types, default on the specific hardware configuration - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 297
HP LaserJet devices leave the factory with the most recent firmware version installed. If a remote firmware update fails for the component, the .RFU file must be resent. The only component exception is the formatter. See Table 7-3 Update messages for information regarding a formatter update error - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 298
the duplex unit or an output device becomes is corrupted. Perform another update by any means that is supported by the device, regardless of the connection (network or USB). RFU LOAD ERROR SEND RFU UPGRADE ON USB PORT This message appears (in English only) if the firmware update of the formatter - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 299
printed before the firmware update to determine what user settings have been added or changed in the new firmware. To print a menu map from the device control panel, see Print a menu map. Remote firmware update by using FTP on a direct network connection If the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP uses a direct - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 300
in the section Printer messages during the firmware update appear on 12. At the command prompt, type bye to exit the FTP command. 13. At the command prompt, type exit to return to the MS Windows interface. NOTE Print a menu map to see what user settings are configured in the current firmware - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 301
4.0 does not support the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP drivers, but it is possible to update the device firmware in Windows NT 4.0. 1. At a command prompt, type copy /b computer. The messages described in the section Printer messages during the firmware update appear on the control panel. NOTE - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 302
Enter on the keyboard. The messages described in the section Printer messages during the firmware update appear on the control panel. The message 1 file(s) copied appears on the computer screen. 3. The download process begins and the firmware is updated on the device. This can take several minutes - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 303
described in the section Printer messages during the firmware update appear on the user settings are configured in the current firmware. This menu map can be compared with a menu map printed before the firmware update to determine what user settings have been added or changed in the new firmware - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 304
. 7. Click Upload to move the .RFU file from your hard drive to the HP Web Jetadmin server. 8. Refresh the browser. 9. Select the .RFU file from the Printer Firmware Update drop-down menu. 10. Click Update Firmware. HP Web Jetadmin sends the selected .RFU file to the device. 11. The download process - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 305
12. Print a configuration page and verify that the firmware revision number matches the revision of the current update. NOTE Print a menu map to see what user settings are configured in the current firmware the device has reset and displays READY. 1. Open the HP Embedded Web Server (HP EWS). 2. In - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 306
. This menu map can be compared with a menu map printed before the firmware update to determine what user settings have been added or changed in the new firmware. To print a menu map from the device control panel, see Print a menu map. Engineering Details 286 Chapter 7 Engineering Details ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 307
. The following print-ready file formats can be sent directly to the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP without opening the original software program: ● HP LaserJet printer control language (.PCL) ● Portable document format (.PDF) ● Postscript (.PS) ● Text (.TXT) ● Print file (.PRN) The examples that are used - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 308
using FTP on a direct network connection If the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP uses a direct network connection, use file transfer protocol printer ADDRESS>. For example, if the TCP/IP address is 192.168.0.90, type the following: ftp://192.168.0.90 4. Press Enter on the keyboard. 5. When prompted for the user - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 309
Engineering Details 12. At the command prompt, type bye to exit the FTP command. 13. At the command the appropriate device port (such as LPT1). For example, type the following: C:\>copy /b c:\.PDF lpt1 2. Press Enter on the keyboard. The message PROCESSING JOB appears on the control - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 310
. 5. Click Properties. 6. Click the Sharing tab. 7. Click the Share this printer button. 8. Enter a share name. 9. Click Apply. Then, click OK to Make note of the TCP/IP address on the Embedded Jetdirect page. The HP Embedded Jetdirect page is the second page of the configuration page printout. To - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 311
● Driver-supported media sizes ● Driver-supported media types ● Custom paper sizes ● Media-type commands Media sources and destinations The following table indicates the standard and optional media sources and destinations for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. Table 7-5 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Media - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 312
sheet) 4 1 Tray 3 (500-sheet) 5 5 Tray 4 (500-sheet) 7 8 Tray 5 (500-sheet) 5 9 Envelope feeder (75-sheet) 6 6 Automatically Select NA NA Printer other drivers. Table 7-7 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Supported media sizes and attributes Paper sizes1 Letter Statement 16K 8.5 x 13 A4 A5 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 313
sizes, the HP PCL 6 driver specifies actual dimensions, for example, for 8 x 9-inch custom size, "real32_xy 8.0 9.0 CustomMediaSize ubyte eInch CustomMediaSizeUnits." Driver-supported media types The following table shows the media types that the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP print-drivers support. ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 314
table shows custom paper sizes that are available for the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP. Table 7-9 HP PCL 6 driver custom media sizes Tray Tray 1 (100-sheet multipurpose) Tray 2 (500-sheet) Trays 3-5 (500-sheet, optional) Duplexing unit Dimensions Width Height Width Height Width Height Width Height - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 315
and the HP 500-Sheet Stapler/Stacker do not support custom media sizes. Media-type commands The HP PCL 5 driver escape sequence plus 1, for a total of 6. Table 7-10 HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Media-type commands Esc& n# Esc& 6 Esc& 11 Esc& 11 Esc& 13 Esc& 11 Esc& 7 Esc& 5 Esc& 9 - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 316
Uninstall Topics: Engineering Details 296 Chapter 7 Engineering Details ENWW - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 317
TCP/IP Settings dialog box, Windows 72 Check Printer Connection dialog box, Windows 73 CHM files, viewing 19 Citrix Terminal Server support 8 collation settings fax driver 119 print drivers 132, 190 command-line printing, Windows 287 command-line silent install for Windows 103 commands, paper size - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 318
Wizard Readme 24 HP Jetdirect Administrator's Guide 21 install notes 20 languages, Windows 10 Print Task Quick Set for use guide, driver 140 Send Fax Driver 22, 23 User Guide 19 viewing 18, 27 double-sided printing 162 downloading firmware 276 printing-system software 9 Driver Configuration dialog - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 319
settings 157 See also fax driver Drivers dialog box, Customization Wizard 93 Duplex mode, HP Printer Utility, Macintosh 235 duplexing unit custom paper sizes 143 driver configuration 188 driver settings 162 media supported 294 testing Macintosh 235 E e-mail alerts, HP EWS (Windows) 45, 47 alerts - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 320
Edit Other Links page 46 HP Web Jetadmin 40 Information tab 41 Kerberos Authentication 50 language, setting 46 LDAP Authentication 45 links 42 navigation 41 Networking tab 50 remote firmware updates 285 Security page 45, 48 Settings tab 45 user guide 40 exporting driver parameters 37 External Fonts - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 321
45 time settings 46 user guide 40 HP Instant Support 42 HP Jetdirect Administrator's Guide 21 HP LaserJet icon, Macintosh 203 HP LaserJet Macintosh installer startup screen 204 HP LaserJet Software dialog box, Macintosh 203 HP OpenVMS 8 HP PCL drivers. See PCL drivers HP Printer Utility, Macintosh - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 322
196 stored jobs 240 supplies status 226 support 7 supported 196 tray configuration 238 troubleshooting setup 222 uninstalling printing-system software 222 Update Firmware 231 Upload Fonts 232 manuals. See documentation margins edge-to-edge printing 167 PCL 6 driver 293 media. See paper memory base - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 323
box 70 Customization Wizard settings 91 firewalls 67 firmware updates 282 HP Driver Preconfiguration 35 HP Driver Preconfiguration Support Guide 23 HP Jetdirect Administrator's Guide 21 HP Web Jetadmin, downloading 52 Install Network Printer Wizard (INPW) 8 Macintosh settings 243 Point and Print - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 324
dialog box, Windows 79 Printer Settings dialog box, Windows 75 printer, setting default 104 Printers Found dialog box, Windows 68 printing files using HP Embedded Web Server 41 parallel port 289 stored jobs 177, 241 User Guide 20 Printing Defaults tabs, fax driver 108, 109 Printing Preferences - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 325
Configuration 188 booklets 165 constraint messages 129 Copy Count settings 132 Ctrl-D settings 186 custom paper sizes 294 Device Services 180 Device Settings tab 181 diagnostics 38 Document Options 133, 162 document preview image 151, 156, 167 duplexing 162 Effects tab 154 External Fonts settings - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 326
supported 294 paper source commands 291 paper type commands 295 Source is settings, drivers 143 Usage Page (Macintosh) 253 troubleshooting Diagnostics, HP EWS (Macintosh) 271 duplexing unit, Macintosh 235 firmware upgrades 277 HP driver Diagnostic Printer Check Tool 38 Macintosh setup 222 Services - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 327
Web sites Citrix Terminal server support 8 downloading software 9 firmware download 276 firmware updates 256 HP Driver Diagnostic Printer Check Tool 38 HP Easy Printer Care 39 HP Embedded Web Server links 42, 46 HP Embedded Web Server user guide 40 HP OpenVMS 8 HP Web Jetadmin, downloading 52 Linux - HP M4345x | HP LaserJet M4345 MFP - Software Technical Reference (external) - Page 328
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