hp 4004dw LaserJet Pro Printer Software User Guide

June 2, 2024
HP

hp 4004dw LaserJet Pro Printer Software

hp-4004dw-LaserJet-Pro-Printer-Software-PRODUCT

Product Information

Specifications

  • Model: HP LaserJet Pro 4004dw
  • Setup Options: Basic setup, Full-feature setup with HP Smart Admin
  • Connectivity: Ethernet, USB, Wi-Fi
  • Features: Cloud-based tools, HP Smart Admin

Product Usage Instructions

Prepare Printer
Plug in the printer and power it on. Choose your language and country/region on the control panel using the Arrow keys and press OK to select.

Load Paper
If loading paper larger than A4, squeeze the latch at the back of the tray and pull backward. Tray 2 will extend approximately 0.39 inches (10 mm) from the rear of the printer.

Basic Setup:

Option 1A: Ethernet or USB

  1. For Ethernet: Connect an Ethernet cable from the printer to the same network as the computer. Press OK on the control panel to confirm the IP address.
  2. For USB: Connect the USB cable to the port on the back of the printer and to the computer.
  3. Install printer software from hpsmart.com/download to download HP software and print drivers.

Option 1B: Wi-Fi

  1. Ensure computer Wi-Fi is turned on and in range of the printer during setup.
  2. Visit hpsmart.com/setup to install HP Easy Start software and add the printer to the network.

Full-Feature Setup:
Connect the printer to a network with Internet access without using a USB cable.

  1. For Ethernet: Connect an Ethernet cable from the printer to the computer’s network.
  2. For Wi-Fi: Ensure computer Wi-Fi is turned on and go to hpsmart.com/setup to install HP Easy Start software.

Pair Printer to HP Smart Admin:
Print the pairing code from HP Easy Start when prompted. The code will expire after a limited time.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How do I troubleshoot Wi-Fi connectivity issues?
A: Refer to the Reference Guide for Wi-Fi troubleshooting tips or visit hpsmart.com/setup for assistance.

Setup overview

hp-4004dw-LaserJet-Pro-Printer-Software- \(1\)

Get help with setup
Find setup information and videos online.

hp.com/support/lj4001-4004

Prepare printer

Plug in and power on. On the control panel, choose your language and country/region. Use Arrow keys to see options. Press “OK” to select.

hp-4004dw-LasLoad paper and adjust the guides.

Note: If loading paper larger than A4, squeeze the latch at the back of the tray and pull backward. Tray 2 will extend from the rear of the printer approximately 0.39 inches (10 mm).

Choose setup option

OPTION 1: Basic setup

  • See Option 1A to set up with Ethernet or USB
  • See Option 1B to set up with Wi-Fi

Option 1A: Ethernet or USB

hp-4004dw-LaserJet-Pro-Printer-Software- \(7\)

  1. Choose Ethernet or USB:
    Ethernet

  2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the printer to the same network as the computer.

  3. Press “OK” on the control panel to confirm the IP address, then press “OK” again until the printer displays “Ready.”
    USB

  4. Connect the USB cable to the port on the back of the printer and to the computer.

  5. Press “OK” on the control panel until the printer displays “Ready.”

  6. Install printer software.

  7. Go to hpsmart.com/download to download the HP software and print drivers.

  8. Install the software and complete setup.

Option 1B: Wi-Fi hp-4004dw-LaserJet-Pro-Printer-Software-
\(10\)

hpsmart.com/setup

  1. Make sure the computer Wi-Fi is turned on and in range of the printer during setup.
  2. Go to hpsmart.com/setup to install HP Easy Start software and add the printer to the network.
  3. After the printer is added to the network, choose the option to install a basic driver and skip connecting to the Internet.
  4. Complete print driver installation through the software.

See Reference Guide for Wi-Fi troubleshooting and tips.

Setup Complete for Option 1

OPTION 2: Full-feature setup
Provides cloud-based tools to manage the printer in a multi-user, multi- printer environment.

hp-4004dw-LaserJet-Pro-Printer-Software- \(11\)

Connect printer to network

  1. Choose a connection option:
    Ethernet
    Connect an Ethernet cable from the printer to the same network as the computer.
    Wi-Fi
    Make sure the computer Wi-Fi is turned on and in range of the printer during setup.

  2. Go to hpsmart.com/setup on a computer to install HP Easy Start software.

  3. Follow the steps in the software to add the printer to your network.

  4. Choose the option for full-feature setup and to print a pairing code.

Pair printer to HP Smart Admin

hp-4004dw-LaserJet-Pro-Printer-Software- \(14\)

hpsmart.com/connect

  1. Print the pairing code when prompted. The pairing code will expire after a limited time. Reprint from HP Easy Start if necessary.
  2. Continue with HP Smart Admin setup. If the admin setup window is not open, go to hpsmart.com/connect. After creating or signing in to an HP account, you will:
    • Choose to set up the printer for a company/organization or for personal use.
    • Enter the pairing code to link the printer to your HP account.
    • Sign up for Instant Ink for hassle-free, toner delivery service (optional).
    • Install print drivers and print a test page.

Manage printer with HP Smart Admin

hp-4004dw-LaserJet-Pro-Printer-Software- \(15\)

After completing initial setup, manage the printer from a cloud-connected dashboard.

The dashboard URL differs based on how the printer was configured during setup:

Personal use : hpsmart.com

  • Monitor printer status and supplies
  • Share printer with friends and family
  • Enable mobile printing (requires HP Smart)
  • View warranty status

Company/organization use:hpsmart.com/admin

  • Manage the printer, toner, users, and more
  • Enable mobile printing (requires HP Smart)
  • Keep your printing private with Private Pickup

© Copyright 2023 HP Development Company, L.P.

Printed in xxxxx
Printed in xxxxx

References

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)  >>

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>

Related Manuals