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HP 8-bin Mailbox User Guide _________________...
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The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services.
Product basics The HP 8-bin Mailbox (multibin mailbox [MBM]) makes it easier to share one printer among several users that might be located in different departments or workgroups within a network-shared environment. The MBM attaches to a printer or multifunction peripheral (MFP) and provides multiple output bins that can be assigned to a user or a group of users.
The user light-emitting diode (LED) indicates the general status of the MBM. See the documentation that came with your printer or MFP for more information about these output bins. ENWW...
“Interpreting control-panel messages” on page 19 more information. A jam or another error has occurred. Or, the MBM has been removed from the printer or MFP. See the printer or MFP control-panel display and “Interpreting control-panel messages” on page 19 for more information.
Configuring the MBM for your work environment This chapter contains information about the following topics: ● Getting started ● Understanding the operation modes ● Setting an operation mode ● Turning off the designated default output bin for copy jobs ● Assigning a default output bin to a user or a group of users for the Mailbox mode ●...
Whether the MBM is connected to a printer or MFP, an output bin is set to be the first or only bin to receive copies (the copy bin) or print jobs. See the following table for more information about which output bins are designated to received copy and print jobs.
Separator mode is selected, you cannot select which bin to send your job to. When the destination bin is full, the printer or MFP stops printing (even if the other bins are not full). In order for the printer or MFP to continue printing, you must remove the media from the destination bin.
If a print or copy job is sent to a bin that is full, the printer or MFP stops printing (even if the other bins are not full). For the printer or MFP to continue printing, you must remove the media from the full bin.
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• For automatic configuration, under Installable Options, click Update Now in the Automatic Configuration list. • For manual configuration, under Installable Options, select the appropriate operation mode in the Accessory Output Bin list. Click OK to save your settings. ENWW Setting an operation mode 9...
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Windows 98, Windows Me, and Windows NT® 4.0 Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Printers. Right-click the HP product icon, and then click Properties (Windows 98 and Windows Millennium Edition [Me]) or Document Defaults (Windows NT 4.0).
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In the Mailbox Mode list, select the appropriate operational mode, and then click Apply Changes. ENWW Setting an operation mode 11...
Note This option does not apply to the Mailbox mode. When the Mailbox mode is used, the face-down bin 1 is always used for copy jobs. HP LaserJet 9040/9050 series printers HP LaserJet 9040mfp/9050mfp/9500mfp Press the Scroll to and touch CONFIGURE DEVICE.
Assigning a default output bin to a user or a group of users for the Mailbox mode When the HP 8-bin Mailbox (MBM) is configured as a mailbox, the output bins can be assigned to users or groups of users. This feature is available in the printer driver.
At the computer that belongs to the user that you are assigning, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Printers. Right-click the HP product icon, and then click Document Defaults. Perform one of the following actions: If you are using a PCL printer driver •...
Click Setup or Properties. (The options might be different for your program.) Perform one of the following actions: If you are using a PCL printer driver • On the Output tab, select the appropriate output bin, and then click OK.
• On the Output tab, select the appropriate output bin, and then click OK. If you are using a PS printer driver • Click the Advanced tab. Under Document Options, click Printer Features. Select the appropriate output bin from the Output Bin list.
Problem solving This chapter contains information to help you with the following issues: ● Resolving common problems ● Interpreting control-panel messages ● Clearing jams ENWW...
Make sure that the power cord is firmly plugged into the ● 2,000-sheet input tray. If you are using the MBM with the HP Color LaserJet 9500mfp, ● make sure that the power cord is firmly plugged into the base of the MFP unit.
MBM. Repeated jams that occur when print media travels between the printer or MFP and the MBM might mean that the printer or MFP and the MBM are set up on an uneven floor. Level the MBM. See the MBM installation guide for more information about leveling the MBM.
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Reattach the MBM. Wait for the solid green status light to appear on the user LED before you continue printing. Turn the printer or MFP off and then on again. If the problem persists, call for service. See “Support information” on page...
Clearing jams If the message JAM IN LEFT ACCESSORY appears on the control panel, follow the recommended action in “Control-panel messages about jams” on page Note When you clear a jam, be very careful not to tear the media. If even a small piece of media is left in the MBM, it can cause additional jams.
Move the MBM away from the printer or MFP. Remove any jammed media from the output area of the printer or MFP and from the entry area or flipper of the MFP. Make sure that you are using supported media weights and sizes.
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Description A jam exists in the belt or in the delivery head. Action Move the MBM away from the printer or MFP. Remove any media from the delivery head. Remove any media from the belt. Make sure that you are using supported media weights and sizes.
Clearing jams in the belt Move the MBM away from the printer or MFP. To do this, stand on the left side of the MBM and pull the device straight toward you. Carefully pull the jammed media out of the belt.
Clearing jams in the entry area Move the MBM away from the printer or MFP. To do this, stand on the left side of the MBM and pull the device straight toward you. Carefully pull the jammed media from the MBM entry area or from the exit area of the printer or MFP.
Clearing jams in the face-up bin and in the flipper Move the MBM away from the printer or MFP. To do this, stand on the left side of the MBM and pull the device straight toward you. Remove the face-up bin (upper-left bin).
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Reattach the MBM to the printer or MFP. ENWW Clearing jams 27...
Clearing jams in the delivery head and the face-down bins Move the MBM away from the printer or MFP. To do this, stand on the left side of the MBM and pull the device straight toward you. Carefully pull the jammed media out from the face-down bin and delivery head.
Support information World Wide Web Solutions to most issues can be found at www.hp.com. The HP Web site includes frequently asked questions (FAQ), troubleshooting help, information about maintenance and use, and manuals for the following products that can be used with the MBM: ●...
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● Face-down bins 1 through 8 (high paper capacity) The output bin options The output bin options at the control panel for in the printer driver for copying printing Not applicable ● Standard Top Bin ● Upper Left Bin (Straightest Path) ●...
Specifications Physical specifications The following sections outline the physical specifications for the HP 8-bin Mailbox (MBM). Height 970 mm (38.2 inches) 480 mm (18.9 in) 970 mm (38.2 in) ENWW Width Depth 1065 mm (41.9 inches) 480 mm (18.9 inches)
Space requirements HP recommends the following setup specifications for using the HP 8-bin Mailbox (MBM) with your printer or MFP. ● Place the printer or MFP and the MBM on a level surface. ● Allow space around the printer or MFP and the MBM for good ventilation.
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Space requirements for the HP 8-bin Mailbox with the HP LaserJet 9500mfp 480 mm (18.9 in) ENWW 435 mm 555 mm 635mm (17.1 in) (21.9 in) (25 in) 864 mm (34.0 in) 450 mm (17.7 in) 415 mm (16.3 in)
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Space requirements for the HP 8-bin Mailbox with the HP LaserJet 9040mfp and HP LaserJet 9050mfp 480 mm (18.9 in) 36 Appendix B Specifications 435 mm 555 mm 635 mm (17.1 in) (21.9 in) (25 in) 787 mm (30.9 in) 450 mm (17.7 in)
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Space requirements for the HP 8-bin Mailbox with the HP LaserJet 9040/9050 series printers 480 mm (18.9 in) ENWW 435 mm 555 mm 1118 mm (17.1 in) (21.9 in) (43.9 in) 721 mm (28.3 in) 450 mm (17.7 in) 1003 mm (39.4 in)
Power requirements and circuit capacity Requirement or capacity Power requirements Minimum recommended circuit capacity Power consumption Printer state Printing Standby Operating and storage environment Variable Operating temperature Relative humidity Storage temperature Storage humidity 38 Appendix B Specifications 110-volt models 220-volt models...
Canadian DOC Regulations Complies with Canadian EMC Class A requirements. <<Conforme à la classe A des normes canadiennes de compatibilité électromagnétiques CEM.>> VCCI Statement (Japan) Korean EMI Statement Taiwan 42 C Regulatory information ENWW...
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Index ADF output bin 2 belt paper jams, clearing 24 bins capacities 1 copy 12, 16 default settings 6 default, assigning 13 full 18, 19 locating 2 media specifications 39 operation modes 7, 31 selecting 15 troubleshooting selection 18 blinking lights 3 Canadian DOC regulations 42 capacities, bins 1 collator mode 7...
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7, 8 size specifications HP 8-bin Mailbox (MBM) 33 media 39 sorter/collator mode 7 space requirements HP LaserJet 9040/9050 series printers 37 HP LaserJet 9040mfp/9050mfp 36 HP LaserJet 9500mfp 35 setup specifications 34 specifications features 1 media supported 39...