Best Quality Printing on HP Color Laserjet CP1515N

Hello,
I am new to a Mac. When trying to print from any application the prints are all coming in a "normal quality" mode. What settings should I use for a "Best Quality" print?
In the print menu I am not getting the "Select Paper Type/Quality"
I am using a HP LaserJet CP1515N and have uninstalled and installed the drivers numerous times with no effect.
Has anyone faced a similar issue? I will appreciate any suggestions.
Please help as I need to print some good quality brochures.
Thank you.
Message was edited by: bb1978

Thank you for your response. Yes, I am getting all the other options, namely:
Copies & pages
Microsoft Word
Layout
Color Matching
Paper Handling
Paper Feed
Cover Page
Scheduler
Color Options
Finishing
Watermarks
Services
Summary
I have tried various combinations in all these options without any luck.
Please help!
Thank you.

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