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General guidelines for media
Hewlett-Packard Company recommends testing any paper before buying it in large quantities.
CAUTION Using media that does not conform to the specifications listed here or in the
HP LaserJet Printer Family Print Media Guide can cause problems that require service. This
service is not covered by the Hewlett-Packard warranty or service agreements. To download a
copy of the guide, go to
www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide.
Paper to avoid
The product can handle many types of paper. Using paper that does not meet specifications will cause
lower print quality and increase the chance of jams.
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Do not use paper that is too rough. Use paper with a tested smoothness rating of 100–250 Sheffield.
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Do not use paper, other than standard 3-hole punched paper, that contains cutouts or perforations.
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Do not use multipart forms.
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Do not use paper that has already been printed on, or that has been fed through a photocopier.
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Do not use paper that contains a watermark if you are printing solid patterns.
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Do not use heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers.
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Do not use papers that have heavily textured surfaces.
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Do not use offset powders or other materials that prevent printed forms from sticking together.
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Do not use paper that has a colored coating that was added after the paper was produced.
Paper that can damage the device
In rare circumstances, paper can damage the device. The following paper must be avoided to prevent
possible damage to the device:
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Do not use paper with staples attached.
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Do not use transparencies, labels, or photo or glossy paper designed for Inkjet printers or other
low temperature printers. Use only media that is specified for use with HP LaserJet printers.
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Do not use any media that produces hazardous emissions, or that melts, offsets, or discolors when
exposed to the temperature of the fuser.
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Do not use paper that is embossed or coated, or any media that is not designed to withstand the
fusing temperature of the device. Do not use letterhead paper or preprinted forms that are made
with dyes or inks that cannot withstand the heat of the fuser.
To order HP LaserJet printing supplies, see
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