Welcome, Using this guide, For more information – HP Deskjet 1280 Printer series User Manual
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Welcome
Your printer can print vibrant colors on paper up to 330 by 483 mm (13 by 19 inches).
It connects directly to computers that have parallel or Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports.
The printer can also be shared on a network.
Using this guide
This guide includes the following sections:
Printer basics and connections – Describes the printer parts and explains how to
connect using a USB or a parallel cable, how to connect to a network, and how to connect
to an external print server. Also explains how to use the print cartridges.
Printing and loading media – Illustrates how to load print media and explains how to
print on various paper types and sizes.
Using the Toolbox – Describes the features of the Toolbox, such as ink level information,
print cartridge maintenance, and links to the onscreen user’s guide (which contains
“how-to” and troubleshooting instructions) and the myPrintMileage website (which keeps
track of printer usage information).
Troubleshooting – Helps you solve printer problems and explains how to contact
Customer Support.
Customer Support – Lists support services to obtain assistance for your printer.
Printer specifications and HP supplies – Lists information such as print cartridge part
numbers, supported media, tray capacity, and system requirements.
For more information
Toolbox – Contains “how-to” and troubleshooting instructions and allows access to printer
maintenance functions and HP information.
Starter CD – Includes printer software, additional software templates, a utility that lets you
copy the printer software to a floppy disk, an electronic copy of this user’s guide, and
ordering information.
Website –
links to the HP Support website for the
latest printer software, product, operating system, and support information.
HP Instant Support
–
A web-based tool that provides product-specific services,
troubleshooting tips, and information about your printer’s ink and media usage. This
e-service can be accessed via the Toolbox
.
If the suggestions in these resources do not help you solve your printing problems, see
for a list of resources available to you for the support and maintenance of
your printer. Or, ask for assistance from your local HP Customer Care Center.