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Specifications
This section provides information about the following topics:
“Printer specifications” on page 132
“Media specifications” on page 134
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Printer specifications
Physical specifications
HP LaserJet 2300L, 2300,
2300n, 2300d, 2300dn
Height
Width
259.7 mm (10.2 inches)
412.8 mm (16.2 inches)
Depth (body)
Weight (with print cartridge)
450 mm (17.7 inches)
14.3 kg (31.6 lb)
HP LaserJet 2300dtn
(with 500-sheet tray)
397.2 mm (15.6 inches)
412.8 mm (16.2 inches)
450 mm (17.7 inches)
18.9 kg (41.6 lb)
WARNING!
Electrical specifications
Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This can damage the printer and void the product warranty.
Electrical specifications
Power requirements
Minimum recommended circuit capacity for typical product
110-volt models
110 to 127V (+/- 10%)
50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz)
5.0 amps
220-volt models
220 to 240V (+/- 10%)
50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz)
2.5 amps
Power consumption
Product model
HP LaserJet 2300L
HP LaserJet 2300
HP LaserJet 2300n
HP LaserJet 2300d
Printing
(20 ppm)
394 W
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Average power consumption (in watts)
Printing
(25 ppm)
—
426 W
426 W
426 W
Standby
8.8 W
8.8 W
9.6 W
8.8 W
PowerSave*
8.6 W
8.4 W
9.3 W
8.4 W
HP LaserJet 2300dn
HP LaserJet 2300dtn
—
—
426 W
426 W
9.6 W
9.6 W
9.3 W
9.3 W
*PowerSave default activation time is 15 minutes.
Values are subject to change. See http://www.hp.com/support/lj2300 for current information.
Off
0 W
0 W
0 W
0 W
0 W
0 W
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Acoustic emissions
Sound power level
Printing
(HP LaserJet 2300L at 20 ppm)
Printing
(all other models at 25 ppm)
Standby
(all models)
Sound pressure level - bystander position
Printing
(HP LaserJet 2300L at 20 ppm)
Printing
(all other models at 25 ppm)
Standby
(all models)
Sound pressure level - operator position
Printing
(HP LaserJet 2300L at 20 ppm)
Declared Per ISO 9296
L
WAd
= 6.6 bels(A)
L
WAd
= 6.7 bels(A)
Inaudible
Declared per ISO 9296
Inaudible
L pAm
= 52 dB(A)
Inaudible
Declared per ISO 9296
Inaudible
Printing
(all other models at 25 ppm)
Standby
(all models)
L pAm
= 59 dB(A)
Inaudible
In standby, no mechanical parts are moving and therefore no sounds are made.
Values are subject to change. See http://www.hp.com/support/lj2300 for current information.
Operating environment
Environmental condition Printing
Temperature
(printer and print cartridge)
15 ° to 32.5
° C
(59 ° to 89 ° F)
Relative humidity 10% to 80%
Storage/standby
-20 ° to 40 ° C
(-4 ° to 104 ° F)
10% to 90%
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Media specifications
Note
CAUTION
This printer accepts a variety of media, such as cut-sheet paper (including up to 100 percent recycled fiber content paper), envelopes, labels, transparencies, and custom-size paper.
Properties such as weight, composition, grain, and moisture content are important factors affecting printer performance and output quality. Paper that does not meet the guidelines outlined in this manual can cause the following problems: poor print quality increased jams premature wear on the printer, requiring repair
Some paper might meet all of the guidelines in this manual and still not produce satisfactory results. This might be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels, or other variables over which Hewlett-Packard has no control.
Before purchasing large quantities of media, make sure that it meets the requirements specified in this use guide and in the hp LaserJet printer family print media guide (available at http://www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide ). Always test paper before buying large quantities.
Using media that does not meet HP specifications can cause problems for the printer, requiring repair. This repair is not covered by the HP warranty or service agreements.
Supported sizes of media
Note
Tray 1
Minimum size
(custom)
Maximum size
(custom)
Dimensions
1
76 by 127 mm
(3 by 5 inches)
216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 inches)
Weight
60 to 163 g/m
2
(16 to 43 lb)
Capacity
2
100 sheets of 75 g/m
2
(20 lb) paper
Transparency
Labels
3
Same as minimum and maximum paper sizes listed above.
Thickness:
0.10 to 0.14 mm
(0.0039 to 0.0055 inch)
75 typical
Thickness:
0.10 to 0.14 mm
(0.0039 to 0.0055 inch)
50 typical
Up to 90 g/m
2
(16-24 lb) Up to 10 Envelopes
1.The printer supports a wide range of media sizes. Check the printer software for supported sizes.
See “Printing on custom-sized media or cardstock” on page 41
.
2.Capacity can vary depending on media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
3.Smoothness: 100 to 250 (Sheffield).
You might experience some jams when using any media with a length less than
178 mm (7 inches). This can be caused by paper that has been affected by environmental conditions. For optimum performance, make sure you are storing and handling the media correctly
(see
“Printing and paper storage environment” on page 138
).
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Tray 2
(250-sheet tray)
Dimensions
1
Letter
A4
216 by 279 mm
(8.5 by 11 inches)
210 by 297 mm
(8.3 by 11.7 inches)
Weight Capacity
2
Executive
Legal
191 by 267 mm
(7.3 by 10.5 inches)
216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 inches)
B5 (ISO)
B5 (JIS)
176 by 250 mm
(6.9 by 9.9 inches)
182 by 257 mm
(7.2 by 10 inches)
60 to 105 g/m
(16 to 28 lb)
2
250 sheets of 75 g/m
2
(20 lb) paper
A5 148 by 210 mm
(5.8 by 8.3 inches)
8.5 by 13 inches 216 by 330 mm
(8.5 by 13 inches)
1.The printer supports a wide range of media sizes. See “Printing on custom-sized media or cardstock” on page 41 .
2.Capacity can vary depending on media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
Tray 3
(500-sheet tray)
Dimensions
1
Letter
A4
216 by 279 mm
(8.5 by 11 inches)
210 by 297 mm
(8.3 by 11.7 inches)
Weight
60 to 105 g/m
2
(16 to 28 lb)
Capacity
2
500 sheets of 75 g/m
2
(20 lb) paper
1.The printer supports a wide range of media sizes. See “Printing on custom-sized media or cardstock” on page 41 .
2.Capacity might vary depending on media weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
Built-in duplexer
Letter
1
Dimensions
2
216 by 279 mm
(8.5 by 11 inches)
Weight
A4
Legal
8.5 by 13 inches
210 by 297 mm
(8.3 by 11.7 inches)
216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 inches)
216 by 330 mm
(8.5 by 13 inches)
60 to 105 g/m
2
(16 to 28 lb Bond)
1.The built-in duplexer is included only with the HP LaserJet 2300d printer,
HP LaserJet 2300dn printer, and HP LaserJet 2300dtn printer.
2.The printer supports a wide range of media sizes. See “Printing on custom-sized media or cardstock” on page 41 .
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Note
Guidelines for using paper
For best results, make sure the paper is of good quality, and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, and curled or bent edges.
If you are unsure what type of paper you are loading (such as bond or recycled), check the label on the package of paper.
The following problems with paper cause print quality deviations, jamming, or even damage to the printer.
Symptom
Poor print quality or toner adhesion
Problems with feeding
Dropouts, jamming, curl
Excessive curl problems with feeding
Jamming, damage to printer
Problems with feeding
Problem with paper
Too moist, too rough, too heavy, too smooth, or embossed; faulty paper lot
Stored improperly
Solution
Try another kind of paper, between 100 and 250 Sheffield,
4 to 6% moisture content
Store paper flat in its moisture-proof wrapping
Side-to-side variability of paper
Too moist, wrong grain direction or short-grain construction
Turn paper over
Open the rear output bin
Use long-grain paper
Side-to-side variability of paper
Cutouts or perforations
Ragged edges
Side-to-side variability of paper
Turn paper over
Do not use paper with cutouts or perforations
Use good-quality paper
Turn paper over
Do not use letterhead paper that is printed with low-temperature inks, such as those used in some types of thermography.
Do not use raised or embossed letterhead.
The printer uses heat and pressure to fuse toner to the paper. Make sure that any colored paper or preprinted forms use inks that are compatible with this fusing temperature (200° C or 392° F for 0.1 second).
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Paper specifications
Category
Acid content
Caliper
Curl in ream
Cut edge conditions
Fusing compatibility
Grain
Moisture content
Specifications
5.5 pH to 8.0 pH
0.094 to 0.18 mm (3.0 to 7.0 mils)
Flat within 5 mm (0.02 inch)
Cut with sharp blades with no visible fray.
Must not scorch, melt, offset, or release hazardous emissions when heated to 200° C (392° F) for 0.1 second.
Long grain
4% to 6% by weight
For complete paper specifications for all HP LaserJet printers, see the hp LaserJet printer family
print media guide (available at http://www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide ).
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Printing and paper storage environment
Ideally, the printing and paper storage environment should be at or near room temperature, and not too dry or too humid. Remember paper is hygroscopic; it absorbs and loses moisture rapidly.
Heat works with humidity to damage paper. Heat causes the moisture in paper to evaporate, while cold causes it to condense on the sheets. Heating systems and air conditioners remove most of the humidity from a room. As paper is opened and used, it loses moisture, causing streaks and smudging. Humid weather or water coolers can cause the humidity to increase in a room. As paper is opened and used it absorbs any excess moisture, causing light print and dropouts. Also, as paper loses and gains moisture it can distort. This can cause jams.
As a result, paper storage and handling are as important as the paper-making process itself.
Paper storage environmental conditions directly affect the feed operation.
Care should be taken not to purchase more paper than can be easily used in a short time (about
3 months). Paper stored for long periods might experience heat and moisture extremes, which can cause damage. Planning is important to prevent damage to a large supply of paper.
Unopened paper in sealed reams can remain stable for several months before use. Opened packages of paper have more potential for environmental damage, especially if they are not wrapped with a moisture-proof barrier.
The paper storage environment should be properly maintained to ensure optimum printer performance. The required condition is 20° to 24° C (68° to 75° F), with a relative humidity of
45% to 55%. The following guidelines should be helpful when evaluating the paper's storage environment:
Paper should be stored at or near room temperature.
The air should not be too dry or too humid (due to the hygroscopic properties of paper).
The best way to store an opened ream of paper is to rewrap it tightly in its moisture-proof wrapping. If the printer environment is subject to extremes, unwrap only the amount of paper to be used during the day's operation to prevent unwanted moisture changes.
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Envelopes
Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between manufacturers, but also within a box from the same manufacturer. Successful printing on envelopes depends upon the quality of the envelopes. When selecting envelopes, consider the following components:
Weight: The weight of the envelope paper should not exceed 105 g/m
2
(28 lb) or jamming might occur.
Construction: Prior to printing, envelopes should lie flat with less than 6 mm (0.25 inch) curl, and should not contain air.
Condition: Envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.
Temperature: You should use envelopes that are compatible with the heat and pressure of the printer.
Size: You should use only envelopes within the following size ranges.
Tray
Tray 1
Minimum
76 by 127 mm
(3 by 5 inches)
Maximum
216 by 356 mm
(8.5 by 14 inches)
Use only tray 1 to print envelopes.
You might experience some jams when using any media with a length less than
178 mm (7 inches). This might be caused by paper that has been affected by environmental conditions. For optimum performance, make sure you are storing and handling the paper correctly
(see “Printing and paper storage environment” on page 138 ).
Choose envelopes in the printer driver (see
“Printing by type and size of media” on page 53 ).
Envelopes with double side seams
Double side-seam construction has vertical seams at both ends of the envelope rather than diagonal seams. This style might be more likely to wrinkle. Be sure the seam extends all the way to the corner of the envelope as illustrated below.
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Envelopes with adhesive strips or flaps
Envelopes with a peel-off adhesive strip or with more than one flap that folds over to seal must use adhesives compatible with the heat and pressure in the printer. The extra flaps and strips might cause wrinkling, creasing, or even jams and might even damage the fuser.
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Note
Envelope margins
The following gives typical address margins for a commercial #10 or DL envelope.
Type of address
Return address
Delivery address
Top margin
15 mm (0.6 inch)
51 mm (2 inches)
Left margin
15 mm (0.6 inch)
89 mm (3.5 inches)
For the best print quality, position margins no closer than 15 mm (0.6 inch) from the edges of the envelope.
Avoid printing over the area where the envelope’s seams meet.
Envelope storage
Proper storage of envelopes helps contribute to print quality. Envelopes should be stored flat. If air is trapped in an envelope, creating an air bubble, then the envelope might wrinkle during printing.
For more information, see
“To load envelopes in tray 1” on page 38
.
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CAUTION
Note
CAUTION
Note
Labels
To avoid damaging the printer, use only labels recommended for laser printers
To prevent serious jams, always use tray 1 to print labels and always use the rear output bin.
Never print on the same sheet of labels more than once or print on a partial sheet of labels.
Label construction
When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component:
Adhesives: The adhesive material should be stable at 200° C (392° F), the printer’s fusing temperature.
Arrangement: Only use labels with no exposed backing between them. Labels can peel off sheets with spaces between the labels, causing serious jams.
Curl: Prior to printing, labels must lie flat with no more than 13 mm (0.5 in.) of curl in any direction.
Condition: Do not use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of separation.
For more information, see
“Printing on labels” on page 39 .
Choose labels in the printer driver (see “Printing by type and size of media” on page 53 ).
Transparencies
Transparencies used in the printer must be able to withstand 200° C (392° F), the printer’s fusing temperature.
To avoid damaging the printer, use only transparencies recommended for use in HP LaserJet printers, such as HP-brand transparencies. (For ordering information, see
“Ordering parts, accessories, and supplies” on page 116
.)
For more information, see
“Printing on transparencies” on page 40 .
Choose transparencies in the printer driver (see
“Printing by type and size of media” on page 53 ).
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