HP Laserjet Pro m452dn Support
- Driver Download and Manual Download
- How to Install a Printer
- Wireless Setup
- Toner Cartridge
- Wifi Setup
- Paper Jam
- Does not print
- Offline Printer
- Paper Tray
- Load Paper Error Message
Driver Download
Do you know that drivers play a major role in performing basic tasks of your printer? Once you download the most compatible driver, you can access the complete functionality of your Laserjet Pro 452dn printer. It is always better to keep the drivers updated. You can download the driver for your printer from our website. Click on the pop-up menu to download it. The driver format for Windows and Mac PC differ where .exe is the driver file format for your Windows PC. On the other hand, .dmg is the driver file format for your Mac PC.
Manual Download
You can use the automatic install printer method to setup your new HP Laserjet Pro 452dn printer. Though this method works most of the time, there may be times when you’ll have to use the manual install method to get the printer up and running. You need to click on the pop-up menu to download the printer manual. Once the download process is complete, you can refer the manual for any basic set up instructions to any troubleshooting steps. This may let you know if you are able to handle it individually. If you are unable to, you can simply revert us.
How to Install a Printer
Are you trying to get your new HP Laserjet Pro m452dn printer up and running? Note that the printer does not work until you install the included drivers and software. To install your printer you need not do much more than connecting the printer to your system, then switching on the printer and then letting your system automatically install the printer for you. Here are the fundamental steps that you need to follow to set up your printer on Windows or Mac PC.
Windows
- Check the package for a list of items as the contents may vary by country/region and then unbox the printer.
- Discard all the unwanted wrap from different locations of the printer. If necessary, reuse the packing materials.
- Remove the sticker from the control panel and then connect one end of the printer to the power cord and the other end to the electrical outlet.
- Now, press the Power button and then choose the desired language on the printer’s control panel.
- Choose the desired country/region, then tap Yes to confirm and then select Setup.
- Remove the new ink cartridge from its package and then remove the wrap from it.
- Carefully insert the tri-color cartridge in the slot on the left and the black cartridge in the right.
- Now, shut the cartridge lid and then load paper and align the cartridges. You can follow the on-screen instructions to connect the printer.
- Place the computer and printer closer for better connectivity by removing the obstructions between them.
- You may observe that Windows is able to automatically setup and install the printer, making it ready to use.
- Now, select Start, then choose the Windows logo and then select Settings in the lower-left side of the Start window.
- The printer settings for your Windows PC may be available on the control panel.
- Click Devices, then tap Printers & scanners and then choose Add a printer or scanner.
- Enter the printer model, then tap Add device and if you are unable to find the printer model, follow the prompts on the screen.
- Now, customize the printer settings and then insert the CD that came with the printer to download the software.
- For any information or support, you can reach our expert team on the Toll-free number.
Mac
- Look at the back of the box for a list of items as the contents may vary by country/region and then take out the printer.
- Remove all the plastic wrap from different locations of the printer. If required, reuse the packing materials.
- Discard the sticker from the control panel and then plug in one end of the printer to the power cord and the other end to the electrical outlet.
- Now, press the Power button and then choose the desired language on the printer’s control panel.
- Choose the desired country/region, then tap Yes to confirm and then select Setup.
- Remove the new ink cartridge from its package and then remove the plastic materials from it.
- Carefully place the black cartridge in the right slot on and the tri-color cartridge on the left.
- Close the cartridge lid, then insert paper and then align the cartridges. You can follow the on-screen prompts to connect the printer.
- Provide better connectivity. Remove any obstructions or objects between the printer and PC.
- Now, connect the printer to a power outlet and make sure that the computer is on.
- For your Mac PC, select Preferences from the Apple menu, then click Print & Fax and then select the Printing tab.
- Now, find the printer list. You can go to our website to download drivers if you do not find the printer listed.
- Install the driver software, then tap Default Browser and then choose the printer model from the list that appears.
- Now, type the IP address of the printer under the Address bar and then press the Add button to add your printer.
- For any clarifications or support, you can dial the Toll-free number. We resolve your printer woes in a flash.
Wireless Setup
The wireless network offers many advantages when compared to the wired network. Thus, most people prefer this network over the wired (Ethernet) network. Moreover, the wireless network offers increased productivity and good collaboration. If you have purchased a new system, note that there’s more beyond the printer’s basic setup. Due to the fact that the heart of your home network is your router.
Toner Cartridge
Almost every Laser printer is equipped with a toner cartridge that is instrumental in printing your documents or images. It is essential to buy a quality toner ink before refilling the toner cartridge. Ensure that you collect a star-cut screwdriver, soft cloth, a newspaper sheet or any waste-sheet, any sharp edged driver and a quality toner ink bottle.
Wi-Fi Setup ( both Windows and Mac)
You can use the HP Auto Wireless Connect or HP Auto Wireless Connect to connect your printer to the Wi-Fi network. Given below are the tips to set up any one of these networks on your Windows or Mac PC.
HP Auto Wireless Connect
This feature allows you to connect your printer to your wireless network automatically. Moreover, You need connect any cables or enter your wireless network settings such as your network name or password. Almost all new HP printers have this capability during the standard software installation process. Here are the steps to connect to this network.
- To use HP Auto Wireless Connect, install the software for your printer and then follow the on-screen instructions.
- When prompted, make sure that you select the Network (Ethernet/Wireless)connection type.
- Tap Yes, send my wireless settings to the printer. Note that not all computers or network configurations are compatible with HP Auto Wireless Connect.
- Make sure that your computer uses Windows Vista (and newer) and Mac OS X 10.5 (and newer).
- Ensure that your PC uses a wireless connection to your network and that the operating system is in control of the wireless adapter.
- This ensures that the HP Software can retrieve the computer’s current network settings.
- Check if your PC is connected to your network over 2.4GHz. Also, make sure that your computer does not use a static IP address.
- Ensure that your printer is in HP Auto Wireless Connect mode. To reset this mode select Restore Network Settings or Restore Network Defaults option.
- If your printer contains Auto Wireless Connect software by default then you do not require any other mode of network connection.
- If you do not have Auto Wireless Connect then it is recommended to choose a compatible network connection.
Wireless Setup Wizard
Given below is the step-by-step procedure to connect your printer to the Wireless Setup wizard.
- Note that the Wireless Setup Wizard is not available for printers without a touch display.
- Ensure that you know your network name and your security password (WEP, WPA, or WPA2).
- Go to the Network menu or tap the wireless icon and then go to settings on the printer’s control panel.
- Now, select Wireless Setup Wizard. You will notice that the Wireless Setup Wizard displays a list of wireless networks in the area.
- Choose your wireless network from the list. If you do not view your wireless network listed, type your network name manually by scrolling to the bottom.
- If you enter the name manually, make sure that it must be exact, including upper and lower case characters.
- Now, enter your WEP key or WPA passphrase. Ensure that you enter the key or passphrase exactly, including upper and lower case characters.
- Make sure that your printer connects to your wireless network. Print a Wireless Network Test report if it does not connect.
- This may let you know what went wrong. For any further information or support, reach us on the Toll-free number.
Troubleshooting
Are you looking for the troubleshooting steps for your HP Lasejet Pro m452dn printer? We have listed few common printer issues below and the step by step procedure to fix them instantly.
Paper Jam
- There may be paper jams in different locations of the printer. If you view any jammed sheet, remove it by pulling it straight out.
- But if you are unable to see the jammed sheet in tray 1, open the print cartridge door and then remove the print cartridge.
- Make sure that you reinstall the print cartridge and then close the print cartridge door.
Does not print
- The first step is to ascertain that the printer is on and that the control panel indicates it is ready.
- Make sure that the cables are properly connected. If the printer is connected to a network, check the light next to the network connection on the printer.
- If the light is green then it indicates that the network is active.Ensure that you use a network cable and not a phone cord to connect to the network.