This section contains of the following topics:
- Windows Toolbox
- HP Utility (Apple OS X)
- Embedded Web Server
This section contains of the following topics:
The toolbox provides the Printer Maintenance information. Procedure to open the Toolbox:
HP Utility (Apple OS X):
HP Utility software is contained with tools to configure Print settings, Calibrate the Printer, Order Print Supplies online etc,.
Embedded Web Server:
When a Printer is established a network connection you can use the Embedded Web Server to view status information, change settings and manage printer from your computer.
Note: You can use the EWS without the internet access, conversely, only the basic features are available. i.e., About Cookies, Open EWS, EWS cannot be opened, Restrict Color etc.,
Some of the Topics available in the 123 HP Officejet Pro 8730 Printer Embedded Web Server are:
About Cookies
The Printer Web Server stores small text files called cookies on your hard drive while you access the printer functions. These text files enable the Embedded Web Server to restore settings to your previous browsing session. i.e., If you have selected a specific language on the EWS then you can restore settings the next time. Some Cookies are customer specific preferences and can only be deleted manually from the computer.
Note: If you disable some cookies depending on your Printer then finally you also disable some of the features given below
Procedure to open the Embedded Web Server using the Network Connection:
Procedure to open the Embedded Web Server using the Printer Wi-Fi Direct:
Procedure to open the EWS using the 123 HP Officejet Pro 8730 Printer Software (Windows OS):
Verify your Network Setup:
Verify your Computer Network Setup:
Check your Web Browser:
Verify the Printer IP Address:
Make sure you have an valid Printer IP Address that is compatible to Router IP Address. Procedure to find the IP Address:
Restrict Color:
Using this option the Color Print feature is restricted based on the User’s permission level. You can specify that all print jobs are either printed in color or gray scale equivalent. A Network Administrator can use Restrict Color Use setting for the Printers that are connected to the Network.
Procedure to set Restrict Color Use option from Printer Control Panel:
Tips for Using the Printer Connection: