Previous installations, Software installation, 6 ethernet lights – HP Deskjet 6840 Color Inkjet Printer User Manual
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Previous installations
If the printer software was previously installed on the computer, you must use the
printer software CD to install an Ethernet version of the printer driver on the
computer. Follow the steps below. The printer software installation wizard will guide
you through the installation process.
Caution: It is recommended that the printer and the computers that use it be
on the same subnet. Printer installation across subnets can be problematic
depending on the type of router used.
Software installation
Follow these steps to install the printer software on the computer:
1. Close all applications running on the computer.
2. Insert the printer software CD in the computer's CD-ROM drive.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions. On the Connection Type screen, select Wired
Network.
4. After the installation has completed, follow the onscreen instructions to print a
test page.
4.3.6 Ethernet lights
The printer's Ethernet lights indicate the status of the printer's Ethernet connection.
Link light
The Link light is solid when the printer is connected to an Ethernet network and
powered on.
State of the Link light State of the printer
On
Connected to an Ethernet network and powered on.
The printer's wireless radio is disabled when a Ethernet
cable is connected to the printer.
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