Connecting a HP laserjet 8500 to an ethernet network

Just purchased an aging HP Laserjet 8500, need to connect to an ethernet network. Any ideas? It doesn't have an ethernet port or a usb connection.

Sorry I didn't point out that I do have an external jetdirect 170x print server, but I cannot find for the love of god the correct cable to connect the printer to the jetdirect box. I bought a IEEE1284 Printer cable but this isn't the correct cable to connect the printer to the box, although PC World told me otherwise.

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To connect the internet, I use an ethernet cable which comes directly out of one of the wall of my apartment (please don't laugh, I don't know much about networks and computers... that' why i have a Mac it's supposed to be easier...). Actually the whole building is wired and each resident only has to plug the ethernet cable that comes out of its wall and it works. My "ISP" provided me with a fixed IP address, and other relevant Subnet Mask, Router and DNS server addresses. So my wired ethernet connection is manually configured and is working fine. Last week I bought a brand new TC... and am since then trying to create my new wireless network. I follow all the instructions given by the Airport Utility until I am asked whether i want to use DHCP / NAT or switch to bridge mode because TC there is something about my fixed IP address. What I understand is that i need to do something to tell the TC my ISP provides me with a fixed IP address and that it has to manage it... but i dont know how.
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To connect the internet, I use an ethernet cable which comes directly out of one of the wall of my apartment (please don't laugh, I don't know much about networks and computers... that' why i have a Mac it's supposed to be easier...). Actually the whole building is wired and each resident only has to plug the ethernet cable that comes out of its wall and it works. My "ISP" provided me with a fixed IP address, and other relevant Subnet Mask, Router and DNS server addresses. So my wired ethernet connection is manually configured and is working fine. Last week I bought a brand new TC... and am since then trying to create my new wireless network. I follow all the instructions given by the Airport Utility until I am asked whether i want to use DHCP / NAT or switch to bridge mode because TC there is something about my fixed IP address. What I understand is that i need to do something to tell the TC my ISP provides me with a fixed IP address and that it has to manage it... but i dont know how.
So, I tried both. In bridge mode, the TC flashes green... so it looks good. However when I open my favorite browser, I can not access to anywhere.
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It sounds like what you need to do is use AirPort Utility, Internet panel, Internet Connection tab, to set "Configure IPv4" to "Manually", then set the fields below to those given to you by your "ISP". Set "Connection Sharing" at the bottom to "Share a public IP address". Then set your computer to use DHCP. You may want to create another network location on your computer so that you can preserve the old values in case you need to switch back to connecting directly to your computer.

MacPro. OS X 10.6.7. - connectivity to HP Laserjet 5000N

Hi,
I used to have a HP4MV printer to print b&w 11x17 documents on OS X 10.5.8.
Now, with 10.6.7, that printer is not supported anymore, and also Appletalk doesn't work anymore.
How would I use a HP Laserjet 5000N within an Ethernet network (MacPro plus a MacBook)? Are my Macs "smart" enough to automatically recognize the printer on an Ethernet network? Or do I have to use a serial to USB adapter in order to make the printer work?
I haven't bought the HP 5000N yet (it's a refurbished model).
Thanks!
gwolfg

I continue to use AppleTalk printers by having an iBook running 10.4 on my home Network and Sharing Printers. The printers are connected to the network using AppleTalk-over-Ethernet and a farallon converter box to AppleTalk/LocalTalk. The more modern Macs can only see these printers through the iBook "host".
You can talk to many more modern Ethernet printers directly, just by cabling them up. There are two classes.
"Smart" printers use a Postscript or PCL driver, and the computer specifies the fonts and sends the characters. These work great with an Ethernet printer attached to a port on your Router (or in some cases, wireless).
"Dumb" printers use a monolithic driver that does all the rasterization on the Mac, and send the huge stream of bits to the printer. As long as there IS a driver for the Mac, these will work as well. Most USB printers work this way as well.
Remember that the original LaserWriter -- the machine that really put the Macintosh on the Map -- was a Network Printer. So YES, the Mac does Network Printers.

Is it possible to connect an HP LaserJet P4015n printer to a computer via the ethernet ports?

My usb port on my Laserjet P4015n no longer works and I am unable to connect this printer to my network router because it's in a different room. Is it possible to connect an HP LaserJet P4015n printer to a computer via the ethernet ports? Of so, how would I go about making this connection? Will I need to install ethernet drivers for this to work?
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This seems to be a commercial product. For the best chance at finding a solution I would suggest posting in the forum for HP Business Support!
You can find the Commercial Laserjet board here:
http://h30499.www3.hp.com/t5/Printers-LaserJet/bd-p/bsc-413
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Hi Bravee,
Welcome to the HP Forums.
I see that you are having issues sharing the printer.
I will be happy to help you.
Printer sharing may or may not work properly. Can be very intermediate.
Here is a document for setting up printer sharing.
Share a printer.
I have provided a document for setting up the printer on the network through a Ethernet connection from the printer to the router.
Installing the Printer Software in Windows 7 for a Wired (Ethernet) Network Connection.
Hope this helps.
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Wireless Connection Problem with Laserjet Pro MFP M126nw (HELP) :(

I have Laserjet Pro MFP M126nw just bought it last day.
Everthing working fine but i can't able to connect it to my wireless router via WPS PushButton or PIN tried both many times but failed.
I also reset my Router even changed the security level to
·  WEP key encryption using either Auto or Open authentication
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Tried many times but it says connection failed on the LCD Display.
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Hi @AjayKareer,
I understand that you are unable to setup the printer on the wireless network. I can help you with this.
Make sure the network name doesn't have any spaces or special characters. The printer won't recognize it.
Restore the printer defaults.
On the printer control panel, press the Setup button.
Press the Right Arrow, to select the Network Setup, and then press OK.
Press the Right Arrow, to select the Restore Defaults, and then press OK.
I have provided a document with some steps for setting the printer up on the network.
Installing the Printer Software on a Wireless or Wired (Ethernet) Network.
Configure the wireless by a Ethernet connection if the issue persists.
Print a configuration page to get the printer's IP address.
Printing a Configuration Report.
Then type the IP address into Internet Explorer's address bar to bring up the printer's web page.
Select the networking tab, wireless on the left hand side.
Fill out all your network information, select infrastructure, select your network name, put in the password and type of Encryption if you have this setup or Open for no password. Apply settings.
Then disconnect the Ethernet cable.
Then wait a minute to see if you get a wireless light on the printer, print the configuration page and check the IP address again. Then type the IP address into Internet Explorer's address bar to bring up the printer's web page. That way you will know that the printer is now networked.
Then run the installation.
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I just upgraded to an Arris hi-speed router to my Xfinity but now my old HP 4000n Laserjet won't print ethernet routed... What to do?
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On the front of the printer, probably in the Network menu, can you tell if the printer has a valid IP address, indicating that it is properly connected to your new router?
If so (and I would guess that it is), then your PC needs to re-establish communication with it:
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2. Click >> Start >> Control panel >> Devices & Printers.
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10. You may be asked to share the printer. Choose NO.
11. The Print Test Page box appears. Go ahead and print it.
12. Click Finish.
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Madam/Sir,
Is there bluetooth connectivity on HP Laserjet Pro 200 color MFP M276nw?
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Hello there,
I've looked up the specification sheet for you, and no, unfortunately there is no bluetooth feature.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=ca&dlc=en&docname=c03315988
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I have been trying to connect my HP LaserJet P1102w printer to my wireless network for a couple days now. I put the disk in and follow the instructions. When I get to the part about plugging in the USB to the desktop computer and turning on the printer, and it says the USB isn't connected when it is (the printer is on). I don't know what to do.

Hi @tripleaaz ,
I can help you with setting up the printer over the wireless network.
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