HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e Wireless All-in-One Color Inkjet Printer User Manual

Product Overview

The HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e is a versatile all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home offices. It offers fast color printing, scanning, copying, and faxing capabilities. Key features include automatic 2-sided printing, an auto document feeder, and a 225-sheet input tray. The printer is equipped with reliable dual-band Wi-Fi and HP Wolf Essential Security to protect your data and network.

Image: HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e All-in-One Printer, highlighting the included 3 months of Instant Ink trial.

What's in the Box

• HP 923 Setup Black Ink Cartridge
• HP 923 Setup Cyan Ink Cartridge
• HP 923 Setup Magenta Ink Cartridge
• HP 923 Setup Yellow Ink Cartridge
• Power Cord
• Regulatory Flyer
• Ink Caution Flyer
• Setup Poster
• Reference Guide

Image: Contents of the HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e box, including the printer, ink cartridges, and power cord.

Initial Setup

1. Unpack the Printer: Carefully remove the printer and all packing materials from the box.
2. Connect Power: Plug the power cord into the printer and then into a wall outlet.
3. Install Ink Cartridges: Open the ink cartridge access door. Install the HP 923 Setup Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow ink cartridges into their corresponding slots. Close the access door.
4. Load Paper: Open the input tray and load plain paper. Adjust the paper guides to fit the paper size.
5. Follow On-Screen Prompts: The 2.7-inch color touchscreen will guide you through the initial setup, including language selection, date/time, and network connection.
6. Connect to Network: Select your Wi-Fi network and enter the password. The printer supports dual-band Wi-Fi for reliable connectivity.
7. Activate HP+: Follow the prompts to activate HP+ and subscribe to Instant Ink for 3 months of ink. This requires an HP account and an ongoing internet connection.

Image: Overview of HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e features, including print speeds, Wi-Fi, input tray, ADF, and touchscreen.

Operating the Printer

Printing Documents

The HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e offers fast printing speeds of up to 20 ppm for black and 10 ppm for color documents. It supports automatic 2-sided printing to save paper.

• From a Computer: Ensure your computer is connected to the same network as the printer. Select "Print" from your document or application, choose the HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e, and adjust settings as needed before printing.
• From a Mobile Device (HP Smart App): Download the HP Smart app on your smartphone or tablet. The app allows you to print photos, documents, and even send secure mobile faxes.

Image: Detailed view of HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e features, including 2.7" color touchscreen, fax capabilities, 35-sheet ADF, print speeds, and 225-sheet input tray.

Scanning and Copying

The printer features a flatbed scanner and a 35-sheet auto document feeder (ADF) for efficient scanning and copying.

• Scanning: Place your document on the scanner glass or in the ADF. Use the HP Smart app or the printer's touchscreen to initiate a scan. You can save scans to your computer, cloud storage, or email.
• Copying: Place your document on the scanner glass or in the ADF. Select "Copy" on the touchscreen, choose the number of copies, and press Start.

Video: A detailed guide on how to perform scan, print, and copy functions using the HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e Printer.

Maintenance

Ink Cartridge Replacement

The HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e uses HP 923 Setup Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow ink cartridges. The printer is designed to work only with HP chips or circuitry.

1. Check Ink Levels: Monitor ink levels via the HP Smart app or the printer's touchscreen.
2. Open Access Door: Open the front access door to the ink cartridges.
3. Remove Old Cartridge: Press the tab on the front of the cartridge to release it, then lift and pull it out.
4. Install New Cartridge: Remove the new cartridge from its packaging. Insert the new cartridge into its color-coded slot, pushing until it clicks into place.
5. Close Access Door: Close the front access door. The printer will automatically align the cartridges.

Video: Instructions on how to install color ink cartridges in the HP 8135e Printer.

Firmware Updates

HP regularly releases firmware updates to enhance printer performance, improve app compatibility, and resolve issues. Keeping your firmware up-to-date ensures optimal printer functionality.

1. Access Firmware Menu: On the printer control panel, select Menu > Tools > Maintenance > Firmware.
2. Check for Updates: Select "Check" to see if new firmware is available.
3. Install Updates: If an update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to install it. Ensure the printer remains powered on during the update process.

Video: A guide on how to update the firmware for HP OfficeJet Pro 8120, 8130, 9110, 9120, and 9130 printer series.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues with your HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e, try the following common troubleshooting steps:

• Connectivity Issues: Ensure the printer is connected to your Wi-Fi network. Check your router and printer's Wi-Fi status lights. Restarting both the printer and router can often resolve connection problems.
• Print Quality Problems: Perform a print head cleaning or alignment from the printer's maintenance menu. Check ink levels and replace any low or empty cartridges.
• Paper Jams: Follow the on-screen instructions to clear paper jams. Open all access doors and carefully remove any jammed paper.
• Printer Not Responding: Power cycle the printer by turning it off, unplugging it from the wall, waiting 60 seconds, then plugging it back in and turning it on.

Specifications

Warranty and Support

The HP OfficeJet Pro 8135e comes with a one-year limited hardware warranty. You have the option to extend this to two years with the acceptance of the HP+ Offer. For more information and support, please visit support.hp.com.