Identification
The model number is on a label placed on the outside, rear cover
of the printer. The model number (C3916A, C3917A, or C3952A)
is found at the top of the label. The model number is the base
number for all printers.
The serial number contains information about the printer. The
serial number Alpha section refers to the Country of Origin, the
Revision Level and the Production Code. The Numeric section
refers to the production number of the printer. See the following
for information about the production codes.
A typical serial number would consist of: CC R P XXXXXX
Code Meaning
CC Country of Origin
R Revision Number - Alphanumeric, no vowels
P Production Code - Alphanumeric, no vowels
XXX-XXXX Numeric serial number - Numeric, no alphas
Figure B-1 Printer Identification Label for the HP LaserJet
5/5M/5N
LaserJet 5/5M/5N Printer B-5