HP LASERJET-PRO-M404DN user manual

Resetting your HP LaserJet Pro m404dn can be quite simple. Follow these steps to reset your printer:
1. Press the 'Return' or 'Home' button to enter the main menu.
2. Using the arrow keys, navigate to the 'Service' option and press 'Ok' to enter the service menu.
3. From the service menu, navigate to the 'Restore Defaults' option and press 'Ok'.
4. You will be asked to confirm your selection. Select 'Yes' to confirm.
5. Wait for the printer to restart as it resets all settings back to factory defaults.
Please note, this process will reset all current settings including network settings, so you will have to reconfigure your printer settings after performing a reset.
If any issues occur or the instructions aren't matching, the best way is to contact HP's customer service. As models can slightly vary, they will be able to assist you further with specific instructions for your printer's model.

To print a configuration page on the HP LaserJet Pro M404dn, you can follow these steps:
1. Ensure that the printer is powered on and connected to the network or computer.
2. On the printer control panel, press the "OK" button to access the main menu.
3. Use the arrow keys to navigate to the "Reports" option and press "OK".
4. Scroll down and select "Config Report" or "Configuration Page" from the list of available reports.
5. Press the "OK" button to initiate the printing process. The configuration page will be printed.
Note: Depending on the printer's firmware version, the options and menu items may slightly vary. However, the general steps should be similar for most HP LaserJet Pro M404dn models.

To connect your HP LaserJet Pro M404dn, you can follow these steps:
1. Unpack your printer and ensure that all the packaging materials are removed.
. Place the printer on a stable surface near your computer or network.
3. Connect the power cord to the printer and plug it into a power outlet.
4. Press the power button on the printer to turn it on.
5. Connect one end of a USB cable to the USB port on the back of the printer. If you are using a network connection, skip this step.
6. Connect the other end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. Ensure that the cable is securely connected.
7. If you are using a network connection, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the printer, and the other end to an available network port or router. This will allow you to print wirelessly from any device connected to the same network.
8. Install the printer drivers and software on your computer by either using the installation CD that came with the printer or by downloading the drivers from the official HP website.
9. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the driver installation.
10. Once the drivers are installed, your computer should recognize the printer. You can now start printing.
Note: If you encounter any issues during the setup process, refer to the printer's user manual or visit the HP support website for troubleshooting assistance.

To fix a paper jam in a LaserJet Pro m404dn, you can follow these steps:
1. Turn off the printer and unplug it from the power source.
. Open the printer's front cover and gently remove the toner cartridge.
3. Carefully pull out any visible jammed paper from the printer. Be cautious to avoid tearing the paper, especially if it is stuck tightly.
4. If the paper tore while removing it, make sure to remove any remaining paper bits to prevent further jamming.
5. Locate the paper tray and remove it from the printer. Remove any paper in the tray as well.
6. Inspect the paper tray for any loose or misaligned paper, and adjust it properly if needed.
7. Replace the paper tray back into the printer and reinsert the toner cartridge.
8. Plug the printer back in and turn it on.
9. Print a test page to ensure the paper jam issue has been resolved.
If the paper jam issue persists even after following these steps, it is recommended to contact HP customer support or a professional technician for further assistance.