Print-quality problems associated with media

Print-quality problems associated with media


Some print-quality problems arise from the use of inappropriate media.

Use media that meets HP paper specifications. See Supported media sizes.
The surface of the media is too smooth. Use paper that meets HP paper specifications. See Supported media sizes.
The moisture content is uneven, too high, or too low. Use media from a different source or from an unopened ream.
Some areas of the media reject toner. Use media from a different source or from an unopened ream.
The letterhead you are using is printed on rough paper. Use a smoother, xerographic paper. If this solves your problem, ask the supplier of your letterhead to use paper that meets the specifications for this printer. See Supported media sizes.
The paper is excessively rough. Use a smoother, xerographic paper.
The driver setting is incorrect. To change the media type setting, see Type and Size.
The media that you are using is too heavy for the media type setting that you selected, and the toner is not fusing to the media.
HP 3000 3600 3800 Print-quality problems associated with media