HP LaserJet 4200 Printer series - Manual (Page 7)

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Overview
What is an embedded Web server?
A Web server provides an environment in which Web programs can run, much in the same way
that an operating system, such as Microsoft® Windows®, provides an environment in which
programs can run on your computer. A Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or
Netscape Navigator, can show output from a Web server.
An “embedded” Web server (EWS) resides on a hardware device (such as a printer) or in the
firmware, rather than as software that is loaded on a network server.
The advantage of an embedded Web server is that it provides an interface to the product that
anyone who has a network-connected computer and a standard Web browser can open and
use. No special software needs to be installed or configured.
With the HP Embedded Web Server, you can view product status information, change settings,
and manage the product at your computer.
Note In this guide, the terms “product” and “device” are sometimes used interchangeably. When
products or devices are discussed in this guide, the information pertains to HP LaserJet printers,
HP color LaserJet printers, and HP LaserJet MFPs unless otherwise noted. For specific
information about what features your printer or MFP supports, see the documentation that came
with your product.
Features
You can use the HP Embedded Web Server to view product and network status and to manage
printing functions from your computer, rather than at the product control panel. With the
HP Embedded Web Server, you can do these tasks:
● View control-panel messages and product-status information.
● Determine the remaining life for all supplies.
● Use the Order Supplies link to connect to a Web page that facilitates online ordering of
supplies from a reseller of your choice.
● Gain access to the product's technical support page.
● Gain access to specific support for recent product events.
● View and change tray configurations.
● View and change product configuration.
● View and print information pages, such as the Configuration page.
● Receive alerts about product events, such as when the product is low on supplies, through
e-mail.
● Add or customize links to other websites.
● Select the language in which to display the embedded Web server pages.
● View and change network configuration.