This reference guide provides information on the features and functions of the HP Deskjet 3900 series printers.
This reference guide covers everything you need to get the HP Deskjet 3900 series printer up and running, including how to connect the printer via USB, install cartridges, and use the basic printing functions. It also points you to the onscreen user’s guide for detailed feature information.
Additional sections address common problems such as installation errors, paper jams, and printer‑not‑printing issues, and the document includes a full list of technical specifications, regulatory notices, and warranty information.
| Print speed (black text, FastDraft) | Up to 16 pages per minute |
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| Print speed (mixed text & color graphics) | Up to 12 pages per minute |
| Power consumption (printing) | 20 watts maximum average |
| Power consumption (off) | Less than 4 watts |
| Software compatibility | Windows 98SE, 2000, Me, XP; Mac OS X 10.2, 10.3+ |
| Physical dimensions | 142 mm H × 422 mm W × 346 mm D |
| Weight (without power supply) | 2.04 kg (4.5 lb) |
Connect the printer with a USB‑compliant cable that does not exceed 3 meters (10 feet) in length, as described on the setup poster.
The printer uses a black cartridge with selection number 21 and a tri‑color cartridge with selection number 22.