hp E42540 Color LaserJet Managed MFP Installation Guide
- June 17, 2024
- HP
Table of Contents
hp E42540 Color LaserJet Managed MFP
Specifications
- Model: HP LaserJet Managed MFP E42540 / HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E47528
- Model Variants: E42540f / E47528f
- Installation Guide: EN
- Support Videos: LaserJet
- Support Links:
Product Usage Instructions
Section 1: Installation
If you are connecting to a network, connect the network cable now.
CAUTION: Do not connect the USB cable now.
NOTE: The cables are not included with the printer.
Section 2: Setup
Analog Fax Device: The printer uses an analog fax device. HP recommends
using the printer on a dedicated analog telephone line. NOTE: The product
may or may not have fax cord enclosed.
Enable USB Port: The USB port is disabled by default and must be enabled
from the printer control panel. Open the Settings menu, and then select
General, Enable Device USB, Enabled. Windows: Do not connect the USB cable
until prompted during the software installation in the next step. If the
network cable was connected in step 3, proceed to the next step. Mac: Connect
the USB cable now.
NOTE: The cables are not included with the printer.
Software Installation: Locate or download the software installation
files.
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Method 1: HP Easy Start (Windows and macOS –
clients): Go to 123.hp.com/laserjet and click Download. Follow the onscreen instructions to download and launch HP Easy Start, and then follow the onscreen instructions to install the software. -
Method 2: IT-managed setup (Windows only – clients and servers): Visit hp.com/go/upd to download and install the HP Universal Print Driver.
Section 3: Additional Information
- Firmware Updates: For information on firmware updates, go to www.hp.com/support/ljE42540MFP or www.hp.com/support/colorljE47528MFP.
- Advanced Configuration: For advanced configuration using the Embedded Web Server, refer to the user manual.
- Remote and Mobile Printing: For information on remote and mobile printing, refer to the user manual.
FAQ:
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Q: Are the cables included with the printer?
A: No, the cables are not included with the printer. -
Q: How can I access Help topics?
A: Press the Help button on the printer control panel to access Help topics.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
www.hp.com/support/videos/LaserJet
www.hp.com/support/ljE42540MFP
www.hp.com/support/colorljE47528MFP
IN THE BOX
INSTRUCTIONS
If you are connecting to a network, connect the network cable now.
CAUTION : Do not connect the USB cable now.
NOTE : The cables are not included with the printer.
Connect the power cable between the printer and a grounded AC outlet. 4.2 Turn
on the printer. 4.3 On the Initial Setup screen, set the language, the
location, the date/time format, and other features.
NOTE : For advanced setup for network-connected printers, enter the
printer IP address in the address bar of a web browser after the printer is in
a ready state. To find the IP address, select the Information button, and then
select the Ethernet icon.
CAUTION : Make sure your power source is adequate for the printer voltage
rating. The voltage rating is on the printer label. The printer uses 100-127
Vac or 220-240 Vac and 50/60 Hz. To prevent damage to the printer, use only
the power cable that is provided with the printer.
The printer uses an analog fax device. HP recommends using the printer on a
dedicated analog telephone line.
NOTE : The product may or may not have a fax cord enclosed.
The USB port is disabled by default and must be enabled from the printer
control panel. Open the Settings menu, and then select General, Enable Device
USB, Enabled.
Windows : Do not connect the USB cable until prompted during the software
installation in the next step. If the network cable was connected in step 3,
proceed to the next step.
Mac : Connect the USB cable now.
NOTE : The cables are not included with the printer.
Locate or download the software installation files
Method 1: Download HP Easy Start (Windows and macOS – clients)
- Go to 123.hp.com/laserjet and click Download.
- Follow the onscreen instructions to download and launch HP Easy Start, and then follow the onscreen instructions to install the software.
Method 2: IT managed setup (Windows only – clients and servers) Visit hp.com/go/upd to download and install the HP Universal Print Driver.
For information on firmware updates, advanced configuration using the Embedded
Web Server, and remote and mobile printing, go to
www.hp.com/support/ljE42540MFP or
www.hp.com/support/colorljE47528MFP.
Press the Help button on the printer control panel to access Help topics.
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References
- 123.hp.com - Printer setup from the HP® Official site
- hp.com/go/upd
- Laptop Computers, Desktops, Printers, Ink & Toner | HP® United Kingdom
- hp.com/support/colorljE47528MFP
- hp.com/support/ljE42540MFP
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