HP LaserJet Printers - Print Media Guide

sheets of paper from the paper tray or use paper from a dierent source (such as another ream), or try a
dierent brand of paper.
● The paper lot is bad. The manufacturing processes can cause some areas to reject toner. Try a dierent
kind or brand of paper.
Improperly formed or wavy characters
If characters are improperly formed or if the printer is producing hollow images, the paper stock might be too
smooth. Try a dierent paper if characters are improperly formed.
Toner smear
● If toner smears appear on the leading edge of the paper, the paper stock might be too slick. Try a dierent
paper if the toner is smearing on the paper.
● If toner is not fusing properly (and is smearing), try a higher fuser mode setting (if available). For more
information, see the support documentation that came with your printer.
Toner specks (background scatter)
Toner specks are black dots that appear randomly on either side of the page. If the toner specks appear, the
media might not meet the specications for your printer (for example, the paper is too moist or too rough). For
more information, see the support documentation that came with your printer.
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