HP Deskjet 3745 Color Inkjet Printer - Manual (Page 62)

Multiple software applications are open
The computer does not have sufficient resources for the printer to print at its
optimum speed.
To increase printer speed, close all unnecessary software programs when printing.
Best or maximum dpi print mode is selected
The printer prints more slowly when Best or Maximum dpi is selected as the print
quality. To increase the printer speed, select a different print-quality mode.
Printer driver is outdated
An outdated printer driver might be installed.
For information about updating the printer driver, visit the HP Web site
www.
hp.com/support .
Computer does not meet system requirements
If your computer does not have enough RAM or does not have a large amount of
free space on the hard drive, the printer processing time will be longer.
1. Verify that the computer hard disk space, RAM, and processor speed meet the
system requirements.
For the system requirements, see the reference guide that came with the
printer.
2. Make space available on the hard drive by deleting unneeded files.
Printer is in ink-backup mode
The printer might print more slowly if it is in ink-backup mode .
To increase the print speed, use two print cartridges in the printer.
10.11 If you continue to have problems
If you continue to have problems after investigating the troubleshooting topics, turn
off and then restart your computer.
If you still have problems after restarting your computer, go to HP customer support
at www.hp.com/support .
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