Dell 3000cn User Manual

Dell Laser Printer 3000cn User's Guide

Finding Information

Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool

About Your Printer

Installing the Toner and Drum Cartridges

Connecting Your Printer

Installing the Optional Tray Module

Installing the Optional Duplex Module

Print Media Guidelines

Loading Print Media

Operator Panel

Printer Settings

Understanding Printer Menus

Understanding Your Printer Software

Printing

Setting Up for Shared Printing

Understanding Fonts

Understanding Printer Messages

Clearing Jams

Troubleshooting

Maintaining Your Printer

Removing Options

Printer Specifications

Safety and Regulatory Information

Appendix

Dell Laser Printer 3000cn User's Guide

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

Click the links to the left for information on the features, options, and operation of your printer. For information on other
documentation included with your printer, see "

Finding Information."

1

Optional duplex module

2

Optional 250-sheet tray module (A4/Letter cassette)
Optional 250-sheet tray module (Legal cassette)
Optional 500-sheet tray module

NOTE: Your printer can be equipped with a maximum

of two trays. You can install the optional 250-sheet
tray module with the optional 250-sheet tray module
or the optional 250-sheet tray module with the
optional 500-sheet tray module.

3

Multipurpose feeder

4

Printer

To order replacement toner cartridges or supplies from Dell:

1. Double-click the icon on your desktop.

2. Visit Dell's website, or order Dell printer supplies by phone.

www.dell.com/supplies

For best service, have your Dell printer Service Tag available.
For help locating your Service Tag number, see "

Express Service Code and Service Tag number."

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your printer.

NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the

problem.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

© 2005 Dell Inc.. All rights reserved.

Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.

Trademarks used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft, Windows, and are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Dell Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency.

Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and
names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS

This software and documentation are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is
subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at
DFARS 252.227-7013 and in applicable FAR provisions: Dell Inc., One Dell Way, Round Rock, Texas, 78682, USA.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC rules.

March 2005 Rev. A01

Finding Information

What are you looking for? Find it here

· Drivers for my printer

· My User's Guide

· Safety information

· How to use my printer

· Warranty information

Drivers and Utilities CD

The Drivers and Utilities CD contains documentation and drivers for your printer. You can use
the CD to uninstall/reinstall drivers or access your documentation.

Readme files may be included on your CD to provide last-minute updates about technical
changes to your printer or advanced technical reference material for experienced users or
technicians.

Owner's Manual

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety instructions in your Owner's Manual prior

to setting up and operating your printer.

How to set up my printer Setup diagram

Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide

- User Settings

- Configuration

- Trouble Shooting Instructions

- Others

Express Service Code and
Service Tag number

Express Service Code and Service Tag number.

The Express Service Code and Service Tag numbers are located inside the front door of your
printer.

· Latest drivers for my
printer

· Answers to technical
service and support
questions

· Documentation for my
printer

Dell Support Website
The Dell Support Website provides several online tools, including:

· Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses

· Upgrades — Upgrade information for components, such as memory

· Customer Care — Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information

· Downloads — Drivers

· Reference — Printer documentation and product specifications

You can access Dell Support at support.dell.com. Select your region on the WELCOME TO DELL
SUPPORT page, and fill in the requested details to access help tools and information.

Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool

Using the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool

One of the features of the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool is the E-Mail Alert Setup, which sends you, or the key
operator, an email when the printer needs supplies or intervention.

If you fill out printer inventory reports requiring the asset tag number of all of the printers in your area, use the Printer
Information feature in the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. Just type the IP address of each printer on the network to
display the asset tag number.

The Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool feature also lets you change printer settings and keep track of printing trends. If
you are a network administrator, you can easily copy the printer's settings to one or all printers on the network – right from
your Web browser.

To launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, just type your network printer's IP address in your Web browser.

If you do not know what your printer's IP address is, print a Printer Settings page, which lists the IP address:

1. Press Menu.

2. Press

3. Press

4. Printer Settings is displayed. Press

The Printer Settings page is printed.

If the IP address shows 0.0.0.0 (the factory default), an IP address has not been assigned. To assign one for your printer,

Assign an IP Address."

see "

until Configure appears, and then press or .

until Reports appears, and then press or .

.

Use the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool for:

Printer Status

Get immediate feedback on printer supply status. When toner is running low, click the Order Supplies at link in the lower
left area of the first screen to order additional toner cartridges.

Printer Jobs

The Printer Jobs menu contains information on Job List page and Completed Jobs page.
These pages show the details of the status regarding each protocol or the print jobs.

Printer Settings

Change printer settings, view the operator panel remotely.

Print Server Settings

Use the Print Server Settings menu to set the type of printer interface and necessary conditions for communications.

Copy Printer Settings

Quickly copy the printer's settings to another printer or printers on the network just by typing each printer's IP address.

NOTE: You must be a network administrator to use this feature.

Print Volume

Keep track of printing trends, such as paper usage and types of jobs being printed.

Printer Information

Get the information you need for service calls, inventory reports, or the status of current memory and engine code levels.

Tray Settings

Get the information about the paper type and size for each tray.

E-Mail Alert

Receive an email when the printer needs supplies or intervention. Type your name or the key operator's name in the email list
box to be notified.

Set Password

Lock the operator panel with a password so that other users don't inadvertently change the printer settings you selected.

http://nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn/

NOTE: You must be a network administrator to use this feature.

Online Help

Click Help to visit the User's Guide on the Dell website to verify configured settings.

Order Supplies at:

www.dell.com/supplies

Contact Dell Support at:

support.dell.com

Using the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool

Environment Settings for Web Browser

Dell recommends configuring the environment settings for your Web browser, before using the Dell Printer Configuration
Web Tool, for the following reasons.

For Netscape Communicator 7.1

Setting Up the Display Language

1. Select Preferences from Edit on the menu bar.

2. Select Languages under the Navigator group.

3. Specify the display language in order of preference in the Language in order of preference list.

For example:

English [en] or English/United States [en-us]
German [de]
French [fr]
Italian [it]
Spanish [es]

Setting the Printer's IP Address to Non-proxy

1. Select Preferences from Edit on the menu bar.

2. Select Proxies under Advanced of the Navigator group.

3. Select either Direct connection to the Internet or Manual proxy configuration.
When you select Manual proxy configuration, specify the printer's IP address in the No Proxy for: box.

When you have finished setting the language and proxy, type

(the printer's IP address) in the URL

entry field of the browser to activate the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool.

For Internet Explorer 6.0

Setting Up the Display Language

1. Select Internet Options from Tools on the menu bar.

2. Select Languages in the General tab.

3. Specify the display language in order of preference in the Language in order of preference list.

For example:

Italian (Italy) [it]
Spanish (Traditional Sort) [es]
German (Germany) [de]
French (France) [fr]
English [en] or English (United States) [en-us]

Setting the Printer's IP Address to Non-proxy

1. Select Internet Options from Tools on the menu bar.

2. Select Proxy server under LAN Settings in the Connections tab.

3. Do either of the following.

Clear the Direct connection to the Internet check box.
Click Advanced, and then specify the printer's IP address in the Do not use proxy server for addresses

beginning with field under Exceptions.

When you have finished setting the language and proxy, type http://nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn/ (the printer's IP address) in the URL
entry field of the browser to activate the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. For information on the printer's IP address,

Print and Check the Printer Settings Page."

see "

Page Display Format

The layout of the page is divided into three sections.

Top Frame

Located at the top of all pages is the Top Frame. When Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool is activated, the current status
and specifications of the printer are displayed in the Top Frame on every page.

The following items are displayed in the Top Frame.

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Printer
3000cn

IP Address: Displays the printer's IP address.
Location: Displays the printer's location. The location can be changed in Basic Information on the Print Server

Displays the printer product name.

Settings page.

Contact

Person:

Displays the printer's administrator's name. The name can be changed in the Basic Information on the

Print Server Settings page.

Printer
Console

Help Links to the User's Guide on the Dell web page.

Printer
Bitmap

Displays the status of the printer operator panel display and indicators. This is automatically refreshed at the
set interval. The interval can be changed in the Basic Information on Print Server Settings page.

Shows the printer bitmap. The Printer Status menu appears in the Right Frame by clicking this image.

Left Frame

Located at the left side of all pages is the Left Frame. The titles of menus displayed in the Left Frame are linked to
corresponding menus and pages. You can go to the corresponding page by clicking their characters.

The following menus are displayed in the Left Frame.

Printer Status Links to the Printer Status menu.
Printer Jobs Links to the Printer Jobs menu.
Printer Settings Links to the Printer Settings Report menu.
Print Server Settings Links to the Print Server Reports menu.
Copy Printer Settings Links to the Copy Printer Settings page.
Print Volume Links to the Print Volume page.
Printer Information Links to the Printer Information page.
Tray Settings Links to the Tray Settings page.
E-Mail Alert Links to the E-Mail Alert page.
Set Password Links to the Set Password page.
Online Help Links to the User's Guide on the Dell web page.
Order Supplies at: Links to the Dell web page.

Web address: www.dell.com/supplies

Contact Dell Support at: Links to the Dell support page.

Web address: support.dell.com

Right Frame

Located at the right side of all pages is the Right Frame. The contents of the Right Frame correspond to the menu that you
select in the Left Frame. For details on the items displayed in the Right Frame, see "

Details of Menu Items."

Buttons on the Right Frame

Refresh Button

Receives the current printer configuration and updates the latest information in the Right Frame.

Apply New Settings Button

Submits new settings made on the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool to the printer. The old printer settings will be
replaced by the new settings.

Restart printer to apply new settings. Button

Submits new settings made on the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool to the printer and reboots the printer. The old
printer settings will be replaced by the new settings.

Restore Settings Button

Restores the old settings from before changes made. New settings will not be submitted to the printer.

Changing the Settings of Menu Items

Some menus allow you to change the printer settings through the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. When you are
accessing these menus, the authentication dialog appears on the screen. Type a user name and password for the printer's
administrator by following the prompts displayed in the dialog box.

The default user name is admin, and the default password is password. You can change only the password in the Set
Password page in the Print Server Settings menu. The user name cannot be changed. See "
information.

Set Password" for more

Details of Menu Items

"Printer Status" "Printer Status"

Printer Events"

"

Print Volume"

"

Printer Information"

"

Printer Jobs" "Job List"

"

Completed Jobs"

"

Printer Settings" "Printer Settings Report" "Menu Settings"

"

Reports"

"

Printer Settings" "Basic Settings"

"

Parallel Settings"

"

PCL Settings"

"

Security Settings"

"

Printer Maintenance" "Paper Density Settings"

"

BTR Adjustments"

"

Init NVRAM"

"

"Clear Storage"

*

"Non-Dell Toner"

"Print Server Settings" "Print Server Reports" "Print Server Setup Page"

E-Mail Alert Setup Page"

"

Print Server Settings" "Basic Information"

"

Port Settings"

"

TCP/IP"

"

E-Mail Alert"

"

SNMP"

"

Other Features" "Set Password"

"

Reset Print Server"

"

Copy Printer Settings" "Copy Printer Settings"

"

Copy Printer Settings Report"

"

Tray Settings"

"

* This item is only available when the optional memory card is installed.

Printer Status

Use the Printer Status menu to check the status of consumables, hardware, and specifications of the printer.

The following pages are displayed in the Printer Status menu.

Printer Status

Purpose:

To check the status of remaining consumables and trays.

Values:

Toner Level Displays the percent of toner remaining.

When the printer runs out of toner, the message appears. The text Order Toner is linked
to the Dell Printer Supplies website.

Consumables Status OK Indicates that consumables are available.

Empty Indicates that consumables are used up.

Paper Trays Status OK Indicates that there is some paper in the tray but the quantity is unknown.

Add
Paper

Capacity Displays the maximum capacity status of the paper tray.
Size Displays the size of paper in the tray.

Indicates that there is no paper in the tray.

Output Tray Status OK Indicates that the tray is available.

Full Indicates that the tray is not available.

Covers Status Closed Indicates that the cover is closed.

Printer Type Displays the type of printing for your printer. Color Laser is displayed normally.
Printing Speed Displays the printing speed for your printer.

Capacity Displays the maximum capacity status of the paper tray.

Open Indicates that the cover is open.

Printer Events

Purpose:

When printer faults occur such as running out of paper or running out of toner, the details of all alerts or indications of faults
are displayed in the Printer Events page.

Values:

Location Displays the location where the printer fault occurred.
Details Displays the details of the printer fault.

Print Volume

Purpose:

To verify the number of printed pages. This page can also be displayed by clicking Print Volume in the Left Frame.

Values:

Printer Page Count Displays the total number of pages printed since the printer was shipped from the factory.
Paper Used Displays the number of pages for each paper size.

Printer Information

Purpose:

To verify the printer details such as hardware configuration and software version. This page can also be displayed by clicking

Printer Information in the Left Frame.

Values:

Dell Service Tag Number Displays Dell's service tag number.
Asset Tag Number Displays the printer's asset tag number.

Printer Serial Number Displays the printer's serial number.

Memory Capacity Displays the memory capacity.

Owner Displays the job owner's name.

Processor Speed Displays the processing speed.
Printer Revision Levels Firmware Version Displays the revision date (revision level).

Network Firmware Version Displays the revision date (revision level).

Printer Jobs

The Printer Jobs menu contains information on Job List page and Completed Jobs page. These pages show the details of
the status regarding each protocol or the print jobs.

Job List

Purpose:

To confirm the print jobs that are being processed.

To update the screen, click the Refresh button.

Values:

ID Displays the job id.
Job Name Displays the file name of the job being printed.
Owner Displays the job owner's name.
Host Name Displays the name of the host computer.
Job Status Displays the status of the job being printed.
Host I/F Displays the status of the host interface.
Job Submitted Time Displays the date the print job was submitted.

Completed Jobs

Purpose:

To check the completed print jobs.

To update the screen, click the Refresh button.

Values:

ID Displays the job id.
Job Name Displays the file name of the completed print job.

Host Name Displays the name of the host computer.
Output Result Displays the status of completed print jobs.
Impression Number Displays the impression number.
No. of Sheets Displays the number of pages in the job.
Host I/F Displays the status of the host interface.
Job Submitted Time Displays the date the print job was submitted.

Printer Settings

Use the Printer Settings menu to display the printer settings report and to configure printer settings.

The following tabbed pages are displayed at the top of the Right Frame.

Printer Settings Report

The Printer Settings Report tab includes the Menu Settings page.

Menu Settings

Purpose:

To display the current settings of the operator panel menus.

Values:

Basic
Settings

Power Saver
Time

Error Alarm Displays whether the printer sounds an alarm when an error occurs.
Job Timeout Displays specify the amount of time the printer waits to receive additional bytes of data

Panel
Language

Auto Log
Print

ID Print Displays a location where the user ID is printed.

Displays the amount of time before the printer enters power saver mode after it finishes a
print job.

from the computer.
Displays the language of the text on the operator panel screen.

Displays whether the printer outputs logs automatically.

Text Print Displays whether the printer outputs PDL data, which is not supported by the printer, as

text when the printer receives it.

Banner Sheet
Position

Banner Sheet
Input Tray

RAM Disk Displays whether to allocate memory to the RAM Disk file system for the Secure Print and

Displays the position of banner sheet.

Displays the tray in which the banner sheet is loaded.

Proof Print features.

This item is only available when the optional memory card is installed.

Substitute
Tray

Displays whether or not to use another size paper when the paper that is loaded in the
specified tray does not match the paper size settings for the current job.

Parallel
Settings

PCL Settings Input Tray Displays the input tray.

ECP Displays the ECP communication mode of the parallel interface.

Paper Size Displays the default paper size.
Orientation Displays how text and graphics are oriented on the page.
Duplex Print Displays whether to do duplexing as the default for all print jobs.

This item is only available when the optional duplex module is installed.

Font Displays the default font from the registered fonts in the printer.
Symbol Set Displays a symbol set for a specified font.
Font Size Displays the font size for scalable typographic fonts.
Font Pitch Displays the font pitch for scalable monospaced fonts.
Form Line Displays the number of characters in a line.
Quantity Displays the number of copies you want for the printer default value.

Image
Enhancement

Displays whether to perform the image enhancement feature.

Hex Dump Displays whether the Hex Dump feature is on or off.
Draft Mode Displays whether to print in the draft mode.

Line
Termination

Color Mode Displays the color mode setting.

Security Settings Displays whether the panel is locked by a password.

Paper
Density
Settings

BTR
Adjustments

Plain 1 Displays the paper density for the plain paper.
Label Displays the paper density for the label.
Plain 1 Displays the voltage of the second Bias Transfer Roll (BTR) unit for plain paper 1.
Plain 2 Displays the voltage of the second BTR unit for plain paper 2.
Transparency Displays the voltage of the second BTR unit for transparencies.
Covers 1 Displays the voltage of the second BTR unit for covers 1.
Covers 2 Displays the voltage of the second BTR unit for covers 2.
Label Displays the voltage of the second BTR unit for labels.

Displays whether to set the line termination.

Non-Dell
Toner

Coated 1 Displays the voltage of the second BTR unit for coated paper 1.
Coated 2 Displays the voltage of the second BTR unit for coated paper 2.
Envelope Displays the voltage of the second BTR unit for envelopes.

Non-Dell
Toner

Displays whether to use a refilled toner cartridge.

Tray
Settings

Tray 1 Paper
Type

Displays the type of paper loaded in the optional 250-sheet tray module.

Tray 1 Paper
Size

Tray 2 Paper
Type

Tray 2 Paper
Size

MPF Paper
Type

MPF Paper
Size

Reports

Purpose:

To print various types of reports and lists.

Values:

Displays the size of paper loaded in the optional 250-sheet tray module.

Displays the type of paper loaded in the optional 250-sheet tray or 500-sheet tray module.

Displays the size of paper loaded in the optional 250-sheet tray or 500-sheet tray module.

Displays the type of paper loaded in the multipurpose feeder.

Displays the size of paper loaded in the multipurpose feeder.

Printer Settings Click Start button to print the Printer Settings page.
Panel Settings Click Start button to print the Panel Settings page.
PCL Fonts List Click Start button to print the PCL Fonts List.
Job History Click Start button to print the Job History page.
Error Log Click Start button to print the Error Log page.
Stored Documents Click Start button to print the Documents page.

This item is only available when the optional memory card is installed. RAM Disk ON.

Printer Settings

The Printer Settings tab includes Basic Settings, Parallel Settings, PCL Settings, and Security Settings pages.

Basic Settings

Purpose:

To configure the basic printer settings.

Values:

Power Saver
Time

Error Alarm Specifies whether the printer sounds an alarm when an error occurs.

Sets the amount of time the printer waits after a job is printed before it goes into the power saver mode.

Job Timeout Specifies the amount of time the printer waits to receive additional bytes of data from the computer.

When this timeout expires, the print job is canceled.

Panel
Language

Auto Log Print Specifies whether the printer outputs logs automatically.
ID Print Specifies a location where the user ID is printed.
Text Print Specifies whether the printer outputs PDL data, which is not supported by the printer, as text when the

Banner Sheet
Position

Banner Sheet
Input Tray

RAM Disk Specifies whether to allocate memory to the RAM Disk file system for the Secure Print and Store Print

Substitute Tray Specifies whether or not to use another size paper when the paper that is loaded in the specified tray

Parallel Settings

Purpose:

Determine the language of the text on the operator panel screen.

printer receives it.
Specifies the position of banner sheet.

Specifies the tray in which the banner sheet is loaded.

features.
This item is only available when the optional memory card is installed.

does not match the paper size settings for the current job.

To configure the parallel interface.

Values:

ECP Specifies the ECP communication mode of the parallel interface.

PCL Settings

Purpose:

To change printer settings that only affect jobs using the PCL emulation printer language.

Values:

Input Tray Specifies the input tray.
Paper Size Specifies the default paper size.
Orientation Specifies how text and graphics are oriented on the page.
Duplex Print Sets duplexing as the default for all print jobs.

This item is only available when the optional duplex module is installed.

Font Specifies the default font from the registered fonts in the printer.
Symbol Set Specifies a symbol set for a specified font.
Font Size Specifies the font size for scalable typographic fonts.

Font Pitch Specifies the font pitch for scalable monospaced fonts.
Form Line Specifies the number of characters in a line.
Quantity Sets the number of copies you want for the printer default value.

Image
Enhancement

Hex Dump Specifies whether to help isolate the source of a print job problem. With Hex Dump selected, all data sent

Draft Mode Specifies whether to print in the draft mode.

Line
Termination

Color Mode Specifies the color mode to Color or Black. This setting is used when the color printing mode setting is

Security Settings

Purpose:

To set or change the password to limit access to the menus from the operator panel.

Set the password of the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool from Set Password in Print Server Settings.

Values:

Specifies whether to perform the image enhancement feature.

to the printer is printed in hexadecimal and character representation. Control codes are not executed.

Sets the line termination.

not specified for the print job that is sent to the printer.

Panel Lock Specifies whether to limit access to the menus.
Change Password Sets a password to limit access to the menus.
Re-enter Password Type the new password again to confirm.

NOTE: This menu sets a password to lock the operator panel. When changing the password for the Dell Printer

Configuration Web Tool, click Set Password on the left frame and set the password.

Printer Maintenance

Printer Maintenance tab includes Paper Density Settings, BTR Adjustments, Registration Adjustments, Init
NVRAM, Clear Storage, and Custom Toner pages.

Paper Density Settings

Purpose:

To specify the paper density.

Values:

Plain 1 Light

Normal

Label Label 1

Label 2

BTR Adjustments

Purpose:

To specify the value of the reference voltage for the transfer roller.

Values:

Plain 1 Sets the value of the reference voltage to the transfer roller for Plain 1.
Plain 2 Sets the value of the reference voltage to the transfer roller for Plain 2.
Transparency Sets the value of the reference voltage to the transfer roller for Transparency.
Covers 1 Sets the value of the reference voltage to the transfer roller for Covers 1.
Covers 2 Sets the value of the reference voltage to the transfer roller for Covers 2.
Label Sets the value of the reference voltage to the transfer roller for Label.
Coated 1 Sets the value of the reference voltage to the transfer roller for Coated 1.
Coated 2 Sets the value of the reference voltage to the transfer roller for Coated 2.
Envelope Sets the value of the reference voltage to the transfer roller for Envelopes.

Init NVRAM

Purpose:

To initialize the NV (non-volatile) memory. After executing this function and rebooting the printer, all the menu parameters
are reset to their default values.
The NVRAM for the network feature cannot be initialized.

Values:

Initialize NVRAM and restart printer. Click Start to initialize the NVRAM.

Clear Storage

Purpose:

To clear all files that are stored as Secure and Proof Print in the RAM Disk.
This item is only available when the optional memory card is installed. RAM Disk ON.

Values:

Clear Storage Click Start to clear all files stored in the RAM Disk.

Non-Dell Toner

Purpose:

Specifies whether to use the refilled toner cartridge or not. When this setting is on, you can use toner cartridges provided by
other companies.

Values:

Non­Dell
Toner

Overrides factory toner cartridge setting.
Non-Dell-brand toner cartridges may disable some printer features, reduce print quality and reduce the reliability of

your printer. Dell recommends only new Dell-brand toner cartridges for your printer. Dell does not provide warranty
coverage for problems caused by using accessories, parts, or components not supplied by Dell.

Copy Printer Settings

The Copy Printer Settings menu includes the Copy Printer Settings and Copy Printer Settings Report pages.

Copy Printer Settings

Purpose:

To copy the printer settings to one or more of the same model of printer.

To copy the settings to another printer, specify the IP address and password of the printer to which the settings are copied in
the IP Address text box and Password text box. When you leave the Password text box blank, your own password is
submitted. Then, click the Copy the settings to the Host in the above list. button. Copying the settings is complete. The
connection time-out period is 60 seconds. After that, you can check whether settings were copied or not on this page. And
you need to check the Copy the settings to the Host in the above list and reboot the machine. menu of the Dell
Printer Configuration Web Tool in the destination printer to verify if settings were actually copied or not.

If the settings can be copied but printer configuration is different, the settings of only the same items are copied. Printer
settings are simultaneously copied to printers of up to 10 IP addresses.

Copy Printer Settings Report

Purpose:

To verify the histories of copying after turning on the printer.

Print Server Settings

Use the Print Server Settings menu to set the type of printer interface and necessary conditions for communications.

The following tabbed pages are displayed in the top of the Right Frame.

Print Server Reports

The Print Server Reports tab includes Print Server Setup Page, and E-Mail Alert Setup Page.

Print Server Setup Page

Purpose:

To verify the current settings of TCP/IP protocol and printing ports. On this page, you can only verify the settings of items. If
you want to change the settings, go to the pages in the Print Server Settings tab.

Values:

Ethernet Ethernet Settings Displays the current settings of Ethernet transmission rate and the duplex

settings.

Current Ethernet Settings Displays the current Ethernet settings.
MAC Address Displays the printer's MAC address.

TCP/IP
Settings

DNS Current DNS Server

LPD Port Status Displays the port status.

Port9100 Port Status Displays the port status.

HTTP Port Status Displays the port status.

Host Name Displays the host name.
IP Address Mode Displays the settings for the IP address.
IP Address Displays the printer's IP address.
Subnet Mask Displays the subnet mask.
Gateway Address Displays the gateway address.

Displays the DNS server address.

Address

Connection Time-Out Displays the connection timeout period.

Port Number Displays the port number.
Connection Time-Out Displays the connection timeout period.

Port Number Displays the port number.

Simultaneous
Connections

Connection Time-Out Displays the connection timeout period.

FTP Port Status Displays the port status.

Connection Time-Out Displays the connection timeout period.

SNMP Agent Port Status Displays the port status.

Trap Notification (IP) Displays the status of the Trap Notification (IP) feature and IP address.
Authenticate Error Trap Displays the status of the Authenticate Error Trap.

IP Filter Access List Displays the list of IP addresses that are permitted or denied access to the

E-Mail Alert Setup Page

Displays the number of connections received simultaneously by the client.

printer.

Purpose:

To verify the current settings of SMTP/POP used for the e-mail feature and E-Mail Alerts feature. In this page, you can only
verify the settings of items. If you want to change the settings, go to the pages in the Print Server Settings tab.

Values:

Port Status Displays the port status.
Primary SMTP Gateway Displays the primary SMTP gateway.
Reply Address Displays the IP address of servers connected with SMTP protocol when data is

incoming.

SMTP Server Connection Displays the status of the SMTP server connection.
E-Mail List 1 Displays the acceptable e-mail addresses for the E-Mail Alert feature specified

in E-mail List 1.

E-Mail List 2 Displays the acceptable e-mail addresses for the E-Mail Alert feature specified

in E-mail List 2.

Select Alerts for
List 1

Select Alerts for
List 2

Supplies Alerts Displays the status, and whether to receive an E-Mail Alert for consumables.

Paper Handling
Alerts

Service Call Displays the status, and whether to receive an E-Mail Alert for Service Calls.
Supplies Alerts Displays the status, and whether to receive an E-Mail Alert for consumables.

Paper Handling
Alerts

Service Call Displays the status, and whether to receive an E-Mail Alert for Service Calls.

Displays the status, and whether to receive an E-Mail Alert for paper handling.

Displays the status, and whether to receive an E-Mail Alert for paper handling.

Print Server Settings

The Print Server Settings tab includes Basic Information, Port Settings, TCP/IP, E-Mail Alert, and SNMP pages.

Basic Information

Purpose:

To configure the printer's basic information.

Values:

System
Settings

Printer Name Specifies the name of the printer up to 31 alphanumeric characters.
Location Specifies the location of the printer up to 63 alphanumeric characters.
Contact Person Specifies the contact name, number, and other information of the printer administrator

and service center up to 63 alphanumeric characters.

Administrator E­mail Address

Specifies the contact address of the printer administrator and service center up to 63
alphanumeric characters.

Asset Tag Number Specifies the asset tag number.

EWS
Settings

Auto Refresh On Refreshes the contents of the status display pages automatically.

Off Does not refresh the status display pages automatically.

Auto Refresh
Interval

NOTE: The auto refresh feature is effective for the contents of the Top Frame, Printer Status page, Job List page,

and Completed Jobs page.

Port Settings

Purpose:

To specify whether to enable or disable printing ports and management protocol features.

Values:

Ethernet Ethernet

Settings

Auto Detects Ethernet transmission rate and the duplex settings automatically.

10BASE-T Half­Duplex

10BASE-T Full­Duplex

100BASE-TX
Half-Duplex

Sets the time interval for refreshing the contents of the status display pages automatically
from 15 to 600 seconds.

Selects 10Base-T Half-Duplex as the default value.

Selects 10Base-T Full-Duplex as the default value.

Selects 100Base-T Half-Duplex as the default value.

100BASE-TX Full­Duplex

Current Ethernet Settings Displays the current settings of Ethernet.
MAC Address Displays the printer's MAC address.

Port
Settings

NOTE: The settings in the Port Settings item will be valid only when the printer is rebooted. When you change or set

this item, click the Restart printer to apply new settings. button to apply new settings.

TCP/IP

Purpose:

LPD Select the check box to enable the LPD.
Port9100 Select the check box to enable the Port9100.
FTP Select the check box to enable the FTP port.
E-Mail Alert Select the check box to enable the E-Mail Alert feature.
SNMP Agent Select the check box to enable the SNMP.

Selects 100Base-T Full-Duplex as the default value.

You can also configure the transport protocol to be used. UDP can be
selected as the transport protocol.

To configure the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address of the printer.

Values:

TCP/IP
Settings

Host Name Specifies the host name up to 15 alphanumeric characters. The default name will remain

valid if no entry is made.

IP
Address
Mode

IP Address Sets the IP address allocated to the printer in the nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn format. Each section

Subnet Mask Sets the subnet mask in the nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn format. Each section of nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn is

Gateway Address Sets the gateway address in the nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn format. Each section of

DNS DNS Mode Select the check box to get the DNS server address automatically from the DHCP server.

DNS Server ADDR Sets the DNS server address.

LPD Connection Time-

Out

AutoIP Automatically sets the IP address.
DHCP Uses DHCP to set the IP address.
BOOTP Uses BOOTP to set the IP address.
RARP Uses RARP to set the IP address.

Manually
Set

Enables the IP address set in IP Address.

of nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn is a value between 0 and 254. Note that values 127 and 224 to 254
are not valid for the first three-digits.

a value between 0 and 255. Note that 255.255.255.255 is invalid.

nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn is a value between 0 and 254. Note that values 127 and 224 to 254 are
not valid for the first three-digits.

Sets the connection timeout period from 1 to 1000 seconds.

IP Filter To set the IP Filter settings, click IP Filter. The "

Port9100 Port Number Sets the port number from 9000 to 9999.

Connection Time­Out

IP Filter To set the IP Filter settings, click IP Filter. The "

HTTP Port Number Sets the port number to 80 and 9000 to 9999.

Simultaneous
Connections

Connection Time­Out

FTP Password Sets whether to enable or disable the password. And also specifies the password value up

Connection Time­Out

E-Mail Alert

Purpose:

Sets the connection timeout period between 1 and 1000 seconds.

Displays the maximum number of connections received simultaneously by the client.

Sets the connection timeout period from 1 to 255 seconds.

to seven characters.
Sets the connection timeout period from 1 to 1000 seconds.

IP Filter" page is displayed.

IP Filter" page is displayed.

To configure detailed settings for E-Mail Alert. This page can also be displayed by clicking E-Mail Alert in the Left Frame.

Values:

Primary SMTP Gateway Sets the primary SMTP gateway.
Reply Address Sets the IP address of the incoming server connected with SMTP protocol.
SMTP Server Connection Displays the status of the SMTP server connection.
E-Mail List 1 Sets acceptable e-mail addresses for the E-Mail Alert feature up to 255

alphanumeric characters.

E-Mail List 2 Sets acceptable e-mail addresses for the E-Mail Alert feature up to 255

alphanumeric characters.

Select Alerts for

Supplies Alerts Select the check box to receive an E-Mail Alert for consumables.

List 1

Paper Handling
Alerts

Service Call Select the check box to receive an E-Mail AlertE-Mail Alert for Service Calls.

Select Alerts for

Supplies Alerts Select the check box to receive an E-Mail Alert for consumables.

List 2

Paper Handling
Alerts

Service Call Select the check box to receive an E-Mail Alert for Service Calls.

SNMP

Purpose:

To configure the detailed settings of SNMP.

Values:

Community
Name (Read

*1

only)

Specifies the community name to access (read only) the data up to 31 alphanumeric characters.
The original setting will remain valid if no input is made. Characters entered for community Name in
previous settings will not be displayed on the screen. The default Read/Write Community is Private.

Select the check box to receive an E-Mail Alert for paper handling.

Select the check box to receive an E-Mail Alert for paper handling.

Community
Name

(Read/Write)

Community
Name (Trap)

Specifies the community name to access (read and write) the data up to 31 alphanumeric characters.
The original setting will remain valid if no input is made. Characters entered for community Name in

*1

previous settings will not be displayed on the screen. The default Read/Write Community is Public.

Specifies the community name used for trap up to 31 alphanumeric characters.

*1

The original settings will remain valid if no input is made. Characters entered for Community Name
(Trap) in previous settings will not be displayed on the screen. The default Trap Community is " "
(NULL).

Trap
Notification
(IP)

Select the check box to notify trap occurrence. In this case, specify the IP address and IP socket in the
nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn:mmmmm format. Each section of nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn is a value between 0 and 255.
Note that values 127 and 224 to 254 are not valid for the first three-digits only. IP socket mmmmm is a
value between 0 and 65535.

Authenticate

Select the check box to notify Authenticate Error Trap.

Error Trap

*1 The default value of each items can be changed by using Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool.

IP Filter

Purpose:

To configure the detailed settings for the IP Filter used for LPD and Port9100. This page can be linked from LPD and Port9100
settings on the TCP/IP page.

Values:

Address Sets the address in the address field. Enter a numeric value between 0 and 255 in each field of

"aaa.bbb.ccc.ddd." However, 127 and 224 to 254 cannot be used to "aaa."

Address Mask Sets the Address Mask in the Mask field. Enter a numeric value between 0 and 255 in each field.

Active
Mode

When you make the settings for the filter, enter the IP address of the IP Filter in the Address field and the Subnet Mask in
the Address Mask field. Enter a numeric value between 0 and 255 in each field. "*" is appended to the current value.

Setup Procedure

You can set up to a maximum of five items and the first item takes priority. Enter the shortest address first before proceeding
to the next longer address when setting multiple filters.

The following section explains how the IP Filter operates.

IP Filter Procedure

Procedures:

Permit Permits printing from specified network address.
Disabled Disables the IP Filter feature for the specified IP address.
Reject Rejects printing from specified network address.

Enabling Printing From a Specified User

The following describes the procedure to enable printing only from the "192.168.100.10" IP address.

1. Click the first column of Access List row 1.

2. Enter "192.168.100.10" in the Address field and "255.255.255.255" in the Address Mask field.

3. Select Permit.

4. Click Apply New Settings.

Disabling Printing From a Specified User

The following describes the procedure to disable printing only from the "192.168.100.10" IP address.

Procedures:

1. Click the first column of Access List row 1.

2. Enter "192.168.100.10" in the Address field and "255.255.255.255" in the Address Mask field.

3. Select Reject.

4. Click the first column of Access List row 2.

5. Enter "0.0.0.0" in the Address field and "0.0.0.0" in the Address Mask field.

Reset Print Server

6. Select Permit.

7. Click Apply New Settings.

Enabling and Disabling Printing from Network Addresses

You can enable printing from the "192.168" network address and disable printing from the "192.168.200" network
address. However, the example below describes how to enable printing from the "192.168.200.10" IP address.

Procedures:

1. Click the first column of the Access List row 1.

2. Enter "192.168.200.10" in the Address field and "255.255.255.255" in the Address Mask field.

3. Select Permit.

4. Click the first column of the Access List row 2.

5. Enter "192.168.200.0" in the Address field and "255.255.255.0" in the Address Mask field.

6. Select Reject.

7. Click the first column of the Access List row 3.

8. Enter "192.168.0.0" in the Address field and "255.255.0.0" in the Address Mask field.

9. Select Permit.

10. Click Apply New Settings.

Other Features

The Other Features tab includes Set Password page and Reset Print Server page.

Set Password

Purpose:

To set or change the password that is required to access the printer setup parameters from the Dell Printer Configuration
Web Tool.

Set the password of the operator panel from Security Settings in the Printer Settings.

This page can also be displayed by clicking Set Password in the Left Frame.

Values:

Administrator Password Sets the password up to 8 alphanumeric characters. The password will appear as asterisks (*)

in the field when it is entered.

Confirm Administrator
Password

Purpose:

To initialize NVRAM for the network feature and reboot the printer.

Initialize the printer's NVRAM from the InitNVRAM in the Printer Settings.

Values:

Initialize NIC NVRAM and
restart printer

Restart Printer Click the Start button to reboot printer.

Click the Start button to initialize NVRAM. Network settings will revert to the factory default
settings and reboot the network capability.

Tray Settings

Use the Tray Settings menu to set the printer media types and sizes for trays respectively.

Values:

Tray 1 Paper Type Sets the type of paper loaded in the optional 250-sheet tray module.
Tray 1 Paper Size Sets the size of paper loaded in the optional 250-sheet tray module.
Tray 2 Paper Type Sets the type of paper loaded in the optional 250-sheet tray or 500-sheet tray module.
Tray 2 Paper Size Sets the size of paper loaded in the optional 250-sheet tray or 500-sheet tray module.
MPF Paper Type Sets the type of paper loaded in the multipurpose feeder.
MPF Paper Size Sets the size of paper loaded in the multipurpose feeder.

About Your Printer

The following illustrations show the standard Dell Laser Printer 3000cn, with optional duplex module, and an optional 250­sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module.

Standard
printer

1

Center
output tray

2

Operator
panel

3

Multipurpose
feeder

NOTE: When you use the printer with the multipurpose feeder opened, do not locate the printer in direct sunlight.

Doing so may cause a malfunction or unnatural screen image.

Printer with options

4

Optional duplex module

5

Optional 250-sheet tray module (A4/Letter
cassette)

Optional 250-sheet tray module (Legal
cassette)

Optional 500-sheet tray module

NOTE: Your printer can be equipped

with a maximum of two trays. You
can install the optional 250-sheet
tray module with the optional 250­sheet tray module or the optional
250-sheet tray module with the
optional 500-sheet tray module.

Installing the Toner and Drum Cartridges

Installing the Toner Cartridge
Installing the Drum Cartridge

CAUTION: Before performing any of the following procedures, read and follow the safety instructions in

your Owner's Manual.

Installing the Toner Cartridge

Install or replace the toner cartridge while the printer is on (if the power is not on, the cartridge carrier will not rotate).

1. After confirming the Insert Yellow Toner(Y) message, open the front door.

2. Hold the tape on the protective cover and pull it forward to remove the cover from each cartridge slot.

NOTE: You need to remove the protective cover only the first time that you install the toner.
NOTE: Dispose of the protective cover after you remove it.
NOTE: The protective cover is attached to each toner cartridge mount.

3. Make sure the color of the toner cartridge matches the slot on the toner cartridge carrier. The order is Y, M, C, K.
Gently shake the cartridge to distribute the toner evenly.

4. Lift the tab up 90 degrees and pull the toner seal straight off, keeping it parallel with the toner cartridge.

5. To insert the toner cartridges, align the arrows on the cartridge with the corresponding arrows on the printer. Guide the
cartridge in until it snaps into place and then push down the handhold to lock the cartridge in place.

6. Close the front door.

NOTE: Make sure the toner cartridge is installed correctly. Otherwise, the front door cannot close firmly.

7. The toner cartridge carrier rotates to the next empty slot. When the color of the newly inserted cartridge appears on
the display, followed by the Insert message, insert the next toner cartridge.

8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 when inserting the remaining cartridges.

Installing the Drum Cartridge

1. When the Insert Drum or Insert Drum Cart message appears, open the front door, then lift and push back the top
cover.

2. Remove the protective sheet from the drum cartridge.

3. To insert the drum cartridge, push up the lever on the right side of the printer. With the lever in the upright position,
hold the drum cartridge by the handle, align the arrows on the drum cartridge with the corresponding arrows on the
printer and guide the cartridge in until it snaps into place.

4. Pull down the lever on the right to lock the drum cartridge in place.

5. Close the top cover, then the front door.

NOTE: After installing the drum cartridge, the printer makes an adjustment for about one to two minutes. Do not turn

off the printer during this time.

Connecting Your Printer

Choosing the Right Cable
Connecting the Printer Locally
Connecting the Printer to the Network

Choosing the Right Cable

Your Dell Laser Printer 3000cn interconnection cable must meet the following requirements:

Connection Cable certification
Parallel Parallel IEEE 1284
USB USB 2.0
10/100Base-TX Ethernet CAT-5E

1

Parallel port

2

USB port

3

Ethernet port

Connecting the Printer Locally

A local printer is a printer attached to your computer using a USB or parallel cable. If your printer is attached to a network
instead of your computer, skip this step and go on to "

Microsoft® Windows® 98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 operating systems support
USB connections. See your computer operating system documentation to see if your system supports USB.

To attach the printer to a computer:

1. Make sure the printer, computer, and any other attached devices are turned off and unplugged.

2. Connect the printer to the computer using a USB or parallel cable.

Connecting the Printer to the Network."

1

Parallel port

2

USB port

A USB port requires a USB cable. A parallel port requires a parallel cable. Be sure to match the USB cable with the USB port
on your printer or the parallel cable with the parallel port on your printer.

Plug the other end of the cable into a USB or parallel port on the back of the computer. For a USB cable, do not plug it into
the USB keyboard.

Turn On the Printer

1. Plug one end of the printer power cable into the socket at the back of the printer and the other end into a properly
grounded outlet.

2. Turn on the computer and the printer.

Connecting the Printer to the Network

To attach the printer to a network:

1. Make sure the printer, computer, and any other attached devices are turned off and unplugged.

2. Plug one end of a standard category 5 cable into a LAN drop or hub, and the other end into the Ethernet port on the
back of the printer. The printer automatically adjusts for the network speed.

1

Ethernet port

Turn On the Printer

1. Plug one end of the printer power cable into the socket at the back of the printer and the other end into a properly
grounded outlet.

2. Turn on the computer and the printer.

Print and Check the Printer Settings Page

Print a Printer Settings page to verify the network connection. This page also provides important information that helps you
configure for network printing.

1. Press Menu.

2. Press

3. Press

4. Printer Settings is displayed. Press

The Printer Settings page is printed.

5. If the IP address shows anything other than 0.0.0.0 (the factory default) or 169.254.xx.xx, the printer has an IP
address assigned and stored. Go to "

until Configure appears, and then press or .

until Reports appears, and then press or .

.

Verify the IP Settings."

Assign an IP Address

An IP address is a unique number that consists of four sections that are delimited by a period and can include up to three
digits in each section, for example, 111.222.33.44.

Assigning an IP address already in use can cause network performance issues.

NOTE: Assigning an IP address is considered as an advanced function and is normally done by a system administrator.
NOTE: Do not continue with this procedure until you have the following three addresses:

- IP Address

- Subnet Mask Address

- Gateway Address

For more information on using your operator panel, see "

1. Turn on the printer.

The Ready to Print appears.

2. Press Menu.

Operator Panel."

3. Press until Configure appears, and then press or .

4. Press

5. Press

6. Press

7. Press

8. Press

9. Press

10. The cursor is located at the first digit of the IP address. Press

11. Press

The cursor moves to the next digit.

12. Repeat steps 10 and 11 to enter all of the digits in the IP address, and then press .

13. Press

14. Press

until Network appears, and then press or .

until TCP/IP appears, and then press or .

until IP AddressSetup appears, and then press or .

until Panel appears, and then press .

.

until IP Address appears, and then press or .

to enter the numbers for the IP address.

.

.

until Subnet Mask appears, and then press or .

15. Repeat steps 10 to 11 to set Subnet Mask, and then press

16. Press

17. Press

18. Repeat steps 10 to 11 to set Gateway Address, and then press

19. Turn off the printer, and then turn it on again.

The IP address is assigned to your printer. You can verify the setting by opening the web browser on any computer on the
network and enter the IP address into the URL line. If the IP address is set up correctly, the Dell Printer Configuration Web
Tool displays in your browser.

You can also assign the IP address to the printer when installing the printer drivers with installer. When you use the Network
Installation feature, and the IP AddressSetup is set to AutoIP on the operator panel menu, you can set the IP address
from 0.0.0.0 to the desired IP address on the printer selection window.

.

until Gateway Address appears, and then press or .

.

.

Verify the IP Settings

1. Print another Printer Settings page.

2. Look under the TCP/IP heading on the Printer Settings page to make sure the IP address, netmask, and gateway are
what you expected.

or
Ping the printer and verify that it responds. For example, at a command prompt on a network computer, type ping

followed by the new printer IP address (for example, 192.168.0.11):

ping 192.168.0.11

If the printer is active on the network, you will receive a reply.

Installing the Optional Tray Module

CAUTION: If you are adding an optional 250-sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module after setting up

the printer, be sure to turn off the printer, unplug the power cable, and disconnect all cables from the back
of the printer before completing these tasks.

Optional 250-sheet tray modules attach under the printer and up to two additional trays can be added.
The optional 500-sheet tray module attaches under the optional 250-sheet tray module and only one additional tray

can be added.

Some instructions may vary depending on the tray module configuration in your printer.

NOTE: Some tray module configurations differ from those described in this manual.

1. Unpack the tray and remove all packing material and tape.

2. Place the tray module in the location that you would like the printer to be located.

NOTE: You will place the printer on the tray in a later step.

3. Turn off the printer.

4. If there are any trays already attached to the printer, unlock the tray from the printer by removing the tray from the
tray module and turning the locking mechanism, inside the printer, as shown in the graphic.

5. Remove the printer from the tray.

CAUTION: Lift the printer with two people, one facing the front of the printer (operator panel side) and the

other facing the back. Never try to lift the printer while facing its right and left side.

6. Attach the trays together by installing the optional tray you just removed on top and inserting the two screws provided.
Tighten the screws with a coin until they are secure.

7. Place the printer on top of the tray module(s).

8. Lock the tray(s) into place by removing the top tray from the tray module and rotating the locking mechanism as
shown in the graphic.

9. Replace all trays and load the paper.

10. Turn on the printer.

NOTE: The printer will automatically detect the attached tray(s) but will not detect the paper type.

11. Print a Printer Settings page to verify the optional 250-sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module is installed
correctly.

a. Press Menu.

b. Press until Configure appears, and then press or .

c. Press

d. Printer Settings is displayed. Press

The Printer Settings page is printed.

e. Verify 250-Sheet Tray Module or 500-Sheet Tray Module is listed in the printer settings under Printer

Options.

If the tray modules are not listed, turn off the printer, unplug the power cable, and reinstall the optional 250­sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module.

12. After loading paper in the optional tray, specify the paper type and size from the printer operator panel.

a. Press

b. Press

13. Update your driver by following the instructions for each operating system. If the printer is on a network, update the
driver for each client.

until Reports appears, and then press or .

.

until the paper size for the installed tray appears, and then press .

until the paper type for the installed tray appears, and then press .

Windows XP/Server 2003

1. Click Start ® Printers and Faxes.

2. Right-click this printer icon and select Properties.

3. Click the Options tab, and then select Get Information from Printer.

4. Click Apply, and then click OK.

5. Close the Printers and Faxes folder.

Windows 2000/NT4.0

1. Click Start ® Settings ® Printers.

2. Right-click this printer icon and select Properties.

3. Click the Options tab, and then select Get Information from Printer.

4. Click Apply, and then click OK.

5. Close the Printers folder.

Windows Me/95/98

1. Click Start ® Settings ® Printers.

2. Right-click this printer icon and select Properties.

3. Click the Options tab, and then select Get Information from Printer.

4. Click Apply, and then click OK.

5. Close the Printers folder.

If Get Information from Printer is unavailable, follow these steps:

1. In the Items list box of the Options tab, find Option Tray 1 Module.

2. Change the setting from Not Available to 250 Sheet Tray Module (A4/Letter Cassette) or 250 Sheet Tray
Module (Legal Cassette).

3. When two optional 250-sheet tray modules have been installed, find Option Tray 2 Module and repeat step 2 to
specify the setting of a second tray module.
When optional 250-sheet tray module and 500-sheet tray module have been installed, find Option Tray 2 Module and
change the setting from Not Available to 500 Sheet Tray Module.

4. Click Apply, and then click OK.

5. Close the Printers and Faxes (or Printers) folder.

Installing the Optional Duplex Module

To Make Duplexing the Default for All Print Jobs
Installing a Memory Card

NOTE: If you are adding an optional duplex module after setting up the printer, be sure to turn off the printer, unplug

the power cable, and disconnect all the cables from the back of the printer before completing these tasks.

NOTE: The 64 MB memory card comes with the optional duplex module. Before you use the optional duplex module,

you need to install the 64 MB memory card on the printer. If you already have an existing memory card installed on the
printer, you do not have to use the 64 MB memory card provided with your duplex module.

The optional duplex module attaches to the back side of the printer.

When installing the supplied 64MB memory card, see "

1. Turn off the printer.

2. Open the rear cover, and then pull it downward while holding the release catches on both sides of the inner rear cover.
Pull the rear cover out to remove it from the printer, while pushing the round blue buttons at both sides of the rear
cover. Close the inner rear cover.

Installing a Memory Card."

3. To remove the paper cover, push in on the paper cover while pulling out on the right side of the printer cover.

NOTICE: In steps 4 through 5, the duplex module must be supported until the support straps have been fastened.

4. Insert the hooks on the optional duplex module into the grooves on the back side of the printer.

5. Attach the straps to the left and right side of the printer, and then close the optional duplex module.

6. Tighten the screws on the bottom left and right while firmly holding the optional duplex module in a closed position.

7. Open the optional duplex module. Remove the connector cover, and then attach the connector on the bottom left of
the optional duplex module to the printer. Keep the original cover somewhere safe.

8. Close the optional duplex module.

9. Attach the new connector cover supplied with the duplex module.

When installing the supplied 64MB memory card, see "Installing a Memory Card."

10. Turn on the printer.

11. Make sure the optional duplex module is properly installed.
a. Press Menu.

b. Press

c. Press

d. Printer Settings is displayed. Press

The Printer Settings page is printed.

e. Verify that the optional duplex module is listed under Printer Options in the Printer Settings page.

If the optional duplex module is not listed, turn off the printer, unplug the power cable, and reinstall the optional
duplex module.

f. Verify the Memory Capacity under General in the Printer Settings page.

12. Update your driver by following the instructions. If the printer is on a network, update the driver for each client.

until Configure appears, and then press or .

until Reports appears, and then press or .

.

Windows XP/Server 2003

1. Click Start ® Printers and Faxes.

2. Right-click this printer icon and select Properties.

3. Click the Options tab, and then select Get Information from Printer.

4. Click Apply, and then click OK.

5. Close the Printers and Faxes folder.

Windows 2000/NT4.0

1. Click Start ® Settings ® Printers.

2. Right-click this printer icon and select Properties.

3. Click the Options tab, and then select Get Information from Printer.

4. Click Apply, and then click OK.

5. Close the Printers folder.

Windows Me/95/98

1. Click Start ® Settings ® Printers.

2. Right-click this printer icon and select Properties.

3. Click the Options tab, and then select Get Information from Printer.

4. Click Apply, and then click OK.

5. Close the Printers folder.

If Get Information from Printer is unavailable, follow these steps:

1. In the Items list box of the Options tab, find Duplex Module.

2. Change the setting from Not Available to Available.

3. Click Memory Capacity, and then select an appropriate numerical value.

NOTE: Select 128 MB if the 64 MB memory provided with this option has been added to the standard 64 MB memory.

4. Click Apply, and then click OK.

5. Close the Printers and Faxes (or Printers) folder.

To Make Duplexing the Default for All Print Jobs

You can set up your driver to use duplexing on all print jobs. If you do not want duplexing for a specific print job, you can
override this feature.

1. In Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP, click Start ® Printers and Faxes.
In all other operating systems, click Start ® Settings ® Printers.

2. Right-click this printer icon.

3. In Windows Server 2003, Windows XP and Windows 2000, click Printing Preferences.
In Windows NT 4.0, click Document Defaults.
In Windows Me and Windows 95/98, click Properties.

4. Click Paper tab.

5. In the Duplex combo box, select either Flip on Long Edge or Flip on Short Edge, and then click Apply.

6. Click OK, and then close the Printers and Faxes (or Printers) folder.

Installing a Memory Card

Your printer supports 64, 128, 256, and 512 MB additional memory cards.

NOTE: The 64 MB memory card comes with the optional duplex module. Before you use the optional duplex module,

you need to install the 64 MB memory card on the printer. If you already have an existing memory card installed on the
printer, you do not have to use the 64 MB memory card provided with your duplex module.

1. Make sure that the printer is turned off.

2. Remove the control board cover on the left side of the printer by pulling the notch.

3. Hold the memory card so the notch is aligned with the projection on the slot.

4. Push the memory card into the slot firmly.

5. Reattach the control board cover to the printer.

Print Media Guidelines

Print media is paper, transparencies, labels, envelopes, coated paper among others. Your printer provides high-quality
printing on a variety of print media. Selecting the appropriate print media for your printer helps avoid printing troubles. This
section describes how to select print media, how to care for print media, and how to load the print media in the optional 250­sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module.

Paper
Transparencies
Envelopes
Labels
Storing Print Media
Identifying Print Media Sources and Specifications

Paper

For the best print quality in color, use 75 g/m2 (20 lb) xerographic, grain long paper. For the best print quality in black and
white, use 90 g/m2 (24 lb) xerographic, grain long paper. Before buying large quantities of any print media, Dell recommends

trying a sample first.

When loading paper, identify the recommended print side on the paper package, and load the paper accordingly. See

Loading Print Media in Optional Trays" and "Loading the Multipurpose Feeder" for detailed loading instructions.

"

Paper Characteristics

The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. Dell recommends that you follow these guidelines when
evaluating new paper stock.

Weight

The tray automatically feeds paper weights from 60 to 105 g/m2 (16 to 28 lb bond) grain long. The multipurpose feeder
automatically feeds paper weights from 60 to 216 g/m2 (16 to 56 lb bond) grain long. Paper lighter than 60 g/m2 (16 lb)
might not be stiff enough to feed properly, and could cause paper jams. For best performance, use 75 g/m2 (20 lb bond)

grain long paper.

Curl

Curl is the tendency of print media to curve at its edges. Excessive curl can cause paper feeding problems. Curl usually
occurs after the paper passes through the printer, where it is exposed to high temperatures. Storing paper unwrapped in
humid conditions, even in the paper tray, can contribute to paper curling prior to printing and cause feeding problems.

Smoothness

The degree of paper smoothness directly affects print quality. If the paper is too rough, the toner does not fuse to the paper
properly, resulting in poor print quality. If the paper is too smooth, it can cause paper feeding problems. Smoothness
between 150 and 250 Sheffield points produces the best print quality.

Moisture Content

The amount of moisture in the paper affects both print quality and the ability of the printer to feed the paper properly. Leave
the paper in its original packaging until you are ready to use it. This limits the exposure of the paper to moisture changes
that can degrade its performance.

Grain Direction

Grain refers to the alignment of the paper fibers in a sheet of paper. Grain is either grain long, running the length of the
paper, or grain short, running the width of the paper. For 60 to 135 g/m2 (16 to 36 lb bond) paper, grain long fibers are
recommended. For papers heavier than 135 g/m2 (36 lb bond), grain short is preferred.

Fiber Content

Most high-quality xerographic paper is made from 100% chemically pulped wood. Paper containing fibers such as cotton
possess characteristics that can result in degraded paper handling.

Recommended Paper

To ensure the best print quality and feed reliability, use 75 g/m2 (20 lb) xerographic paper. Business papers designed for
general business use also provide acceptable print quality.

Always print several samples before buying large quantities of any type of print media. When choosing any print media, you
should consider the weight, fiber content, and color.

The laser printing process heats paper to high temperatures of 225°C (437°F) for Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR)
applications, and 205°C (401°F) for non-MICR applications. Only use paper able to withstand these temperatures without
discoloring, bleeding, or releasing hazardous emissions. Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the
paper you have chosen is acceptable for laser printers.

Unacceptable Paper

The following paper types are not recommended for use with the printer:

Chemically treated papers used to make copies without carbon paper, also known as carbonless papers, carbonless
copy paper (CCP), or no carbon required (NCR) paper

Preprinted papers with chemicals that may contaminate the printer
Preprinted papers that can be affected by the temperature in the printer fuser
Preprinted papers that require a registration (the precise print location on the page) greater than ±0.09 in., such as

optical character recognition (OCR) forms

In some cases, you can adjust registration with your software program to successfully print on these forms.

Coated papers (erasable bond), synthetic papers, thermal papers
Rough-edged, rough or heavily textured surface papers or curled papers
Recycled papers containing more than 25% post-consumer waste that do not meet DIN 19 309
Multiple-part forms or documents
Label paper with Cut

Selecting Paper

Proper paper selection helps prevent jams and ensures trouble-free printing.

To help avoid jams or poor print quality:

Always use new, undamaged paper.
Before loading the paper, identify the recommended print side of the paper. This information is usually indicated on the

paper package.
Do not use paper that you have cut or trimmed yourself.
Do not mix print media sizes, weights, or types in the same source. This may result in a paper jam.
Do not remove trays while a job is printing or Printing is displayed on the operator panel.
Make sure the Paper Type and Paper Size settings are correct. (See "Tray Settings" for detailed information about

these settings.)
Make sure the paper is properly loaded in the tray.
Flex paper back and forth, and then fan them. Straighten the edges of the stack on a level surface.

When curl is excessive, with plain paper, turn it over and reset it.

Selecting Preprinted Forms and Letterhead

When selecting preprinted forms and letterhead paper for the printer:

Use long grain paper for best results.
Use only forms and letterhead printed using an offset lithographic or engraved printing process.
Select papers that absorb ink, but do not bleed.
Avoid papers with rough or heavily textured surfaces.
Use papers printed with heat-resistant inks designed for use in xerographic copiers. The ink must withstand

temperatures of 225°C (437°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions.
Use inks that are not affected by the resin in toner or the silicone in the fuser. Inks that are oxidation-set or oil-based

should meet these requirements; latex inks might not. If you are in doubt, contact your paper supplier.

Printing on Letterhead

Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the preprinted letterhead you have selected is acceptable for

laser printers.

Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead. Use the following table for help when loading letterhead in the print
media sources.

Print media source Print side Page orientation

Optional 250-sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module Face up

Multipurpose feeder Face up Logo enters the printer first

Back of tray

Selecting Pre-punched Paper

Pre-punched paper brands can differ in the number and placement of holes and in manufacturing techniques.

To select and use pre-punched paper:

Test paper from several manufacturers before ordering and using large quantities of pre-punched paper.
Paper should be punched at the paper manufacturer and not drilled into paper already packaged in a ream. Drilled

paper can cause jams when multiple sheets feed through the printer. This may result in a paper jam.
Pre-punched paper can include more paper dust than standard paper. Your printer may require more frequent cleaning

and feed reliability may not be as good as standard paper.
Weight guidelines for pre-punched paper are the same as non-punched paper.

Transparencies

Before buying large quantities of any print media, Dell recommends trying a sample first.

When printing on transparencies:

Set the Paper Type to Transparency from the printer driver to avoid damaging your printer.
Use transparencies designed specifically for laser printers. Do not use regular transparencies. Transparencies must be

able to withstand temperatures of 205°C (401°F) without melting, discoloring, offsetting or releasing hazardous
emissions.

Avoid getting fingerprints on the transparencies. This may result in poor print quality.
Before loading transparencies, fan the stack to prevent sheets from sticking together.

Selecting Transparencies

The printer can print directly on transparencies designed for use in laser printers. Print quality and durability depend on the
transparency used. Before buying large quantities of any print media, Dell recommends trying a sample first.

The Paper Type setting should be set to Transparency to help prevent jams. (See "
about this setting.) Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether your transparencies are compatible with
laser printers that reach temperatures as high as 205°C (401°F). Only use transparencies that are able to withstand these
temperatures without melting, discoloring, offsetting, or releasing hazardous emissions.

Paper Type" for detailed information

Envelopes

You can load envelopes in the multipurpose feeder for a single print job. Before buying large quantities of any print media,
Dell recommends trying a sample first. See "

When printing on envelopes:

Use only high-quality envelopes that are designed for use in laser printers.
Set the print media source to MPF. Set the Paper Type to Envelope, and select the correct size of envelope from the

printer driver.

For best performance, use envelopes made from 75 g/m2 (20 lb bond) paper. You can use up to 105 g/m2 (28 lb bond)
weight for the envelope feeder as long as the cotton content is 25% or less. Envelopes with 100% cotton content must

not exceed 90 g/m
Use only new, undamaged envelopes.

2

(24 lb bond) weight.

Loading the Multipurpose Feeder" for instructions on loading an envelope.

For best performance, do not use envelopes that:

Have excessive curl or twist
Are stuck together or damaged in any way
Contain windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, embossing
Use metal clasps, string ties, or metal folding bars
Have an interlocking design
Have postage stamps attached
Have any exposed adhesive when the flap is in the sealed or closed position
Have nicked edges or bent corners
Have rough, cockle, or laid finishes

Use envelopes that can withstand temperatures of 205°C (401°F) without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or

releasing hazardous emissions. If you have any doubts about the envelopes you are considering, check with the

Store cartons of print media on a pallet or shelf, rather than directly on the floor.

envelope supplier.
Adjust the width guide to fit the width of the envelopes.
To load envelopes in the multipurpose feeder, insert the envelopes either with the flaps open and toward the front of

the printer, or with the flaps closed and the short-edge of the envelopes facing into the printer.
See "Loading the Multipurpose Feeder" for instructions on loading an envelope.
Use one envelope size during a print job.
Make sure the humidity is low because high humidity (more than 60%) and the high printing temperatures may seal

the envelopes.

Labels

Your printer can print on many labels designed for use with laser printers. Label adhesives, face sheet (printable stock), and
topcoats must be able to withstand temperatures of 205°C (401°F) and pressure of 25 pounds per square inch (psi).

Before buying large quantities of any print media, Dell recommends trying a sample first.

When printing on labels:

Do not load labels together with paper or transparencies at the same time. This may result in a jam.
Do not use label sheets with a slick backing material.
Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 in.) of the die cut.
Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a jam. Partial sheets also

contaminate your printer and your cartridge with adhesive, and could void your printer and cartridge warranties.
Use labels that can withstand temperatures of 205°C (401°F) without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or releasing

hazardous emissions.
Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 in.) of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or between die-cuts of the label.
Do not use label sheets that have adhesive to the edge of the sheet. Dell recommends zone coating of the adhesive at

least 1 mm (0.04 in.) away from edges. Adhesive material contaminates your printer and could void your warranty.
If zone coating of the adhesive is not possible, a 3 mm (0.125 in.) strip should be removed on the leading edge, and a

non-oozing adhesive should be used.
Remove a 3 mm (0.125 in.) strip from the leading edge to prevent labels from peeling inside the printer.
Portrait orientation is preferred, especially when printing bar codes.
Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive.

Storing Print Media

For proper print media storage, the following guidelines help avoid media feeding problems and uneven print quality.

For best results, store print media in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21°C (70°F) and the
relative humidity is 40%.

If you store individual packages of print media out of the original carton, make sure they rest on a flat surface so that
the edges do not buckle or curl.

Do not place anything on top of the print media packages.

Identifying Print Media Sources and Specifications

The following tables provide information on standard and optional print media sources.

Print Media Sizes and Support

A4

A5 Y Y Y N N
B5 Y Y Y N Y
Letter Y Y Y Y Y
Folio

(8.5 x 13 in.)
Legal

(8.5 x 14 in.)
Executive Y Y Y N Y
COM-10 envelope Y N N N N
Monarch Y N N N N
C5 Y N N N N
DL Y N N N N
User -specified print media Y N N N N

Multipurpose feeder Optional 250-sheet tray module Optional 500-sheet tray module Optional duplex

module

A4/Letter cassette Legal cassette

Y Y Y Y Y

Y N Y N Y

Y N Y N Y

Print Media Supported

Plain Paper 1(60–80 gsm) Y Y Y Y
Plain Paper 1-Side2 (60–80

gsm)
Plain Paper 2 (81–105 gsm) Y Y Y Y
Plain Paper 2-Side2 (81–105

gsm)
Covers 1 (106–163 gsm) Y N N N

Multipurpose

feeder

Y N N N

Y N N N

Optional 250 -sheet tray

module

Optional 500 -sheet tray

module

Optional

module

duplex

Covers 1-Side2 (106–163 gsm) Y N N N

Covers 2 (164–216 gsm) Y N N N
Covers 2-Side2 (164–216 gsm) Y N N N
Transparency Y N N N
Labels Y N N N
Coated 1 (106–163 gsm) Y N N N
Coated 1-Side2 (106 –163 gsm) Y N N N
Coated 2 (164–216 gsm) Y N N N
Coated 2-Side2 (164 –216 gsm) Y N N N
Envelope Y N N N

Setup Paper Type

Paper type Weight (gsm) Remarks
Plain1 60-80 ­Plain2 81-105 ­Covers1 106-163 ­Covers2 164-216 ­Coated1 106-163 BJP (Bubble Jet Printer) paper cannot be used.
Coated2 164-216 BJP (Bubble Jet Printer) paper cannot be used.
Transparency - BJP (Bubble Jet Printer) paper cannot be used.
Label - BJP (Bubble Jet Printer) paper cannot be used.
Envelopes - -

Loading Print Media

Proper print media loading helps prevent jams and ensures trouble-free printing.

Before loading print media, identify the recommended print side of the print media. This information is usually on the print
media package.

Loading Print Media in Optional Trays
Multipurpose Feeder
Loading the Multipurpose Feeder
Using the Multipurpose Feeder
Linking Trays
Using the Duplex Function
Using the Center Output Tray
Using the Support Extension

Loading Print Media in Optional Trays

NOTE: To avoid paper jams, do not remove trays while a job prints.

All trays are loaded the same way.

1. Remove the tray.

2. Slide the width guides to the edge of the tray. The width guides should be fully extended.

3. Squeeze the length guide and slide it to the front edge of the tray.

4. Before loading the print media, flex the sheets back and forth, and then fan them. Straighten the edges of the stack on
a level surface.

5. Place the print media into the tray with the recommended print side face up.

NOTE: Do not exceed the maximum fill line in the tray. Overfilling the tray may cause paper jams.

6. Slide the width guides and length guide until they rest lightly against the edge of the print media stack.

7. Insert the tray.

8. If you load any print media into the tray, configure the Paper Type and Paper Size settings for that tray according to
the message.

Loading Letterhead

Place the printed side face up.

Print media source Print side Page orientation

Optional 250-sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module Face up

Multipurpose feeder Face up Logo enters the printer first

Back of tray

Multipurpose Feeder

Capacity

The maximum stack height is 16 mm (0.6 in.). The multipurpose feeder can hold approximately:

150 sheets of 75 g/m2 (20 lb) paper

Print Media Dimensions

The multipurpose feeder accepts print media within the following dimensions:

Width -- 90 mm to 215.9 mm (3.5 in. to 8.5 in.)
Length -- 139.7 mm to 355.6 mm (5.5 in. to 14 in.)

Loading the Multipurpose Feeder

In addition to plain paper, the multipurpose feeder can use various other sizes and types of print media such as envelopes,
and transparencies.

1. Gently pull open the multipurpose feeder cover.

2. Slide the width guides to the edge of the tray. The width guides should be fully extended.

3. Insert the print media into the feeder with the recommended print side face up.

NOTE: Do not force the print media.

4. Slide the width guides until they rest lightly against the edge of the print media stack.

NOTE: Be careful not to bend the print media.

5. Make sure the size and type settings for the multipurpose feeder are set to the correct value for the print media you

Using the Multipurpose Feeder

have loaded.

6. Select print media source, size, and type in your software program and select the print media size and type on the
printer operator panel.

Loading Envelopes

To load envelopes that are under 8.66 inches (220 mm) in width, insert the envelopes with the flaps open and toward the
front of the printer, with the recommended print side face up.

To load envelopes that are over 8.66 inches (220 mm) in width, insert the envelopes with the flaps closed and the short-edge
of the envelopes facing into the printer, with the recommended print side face up.

You can load envelopes up to the maximum fill line in the tray at one time.

NOTE: Make sure set the envelope flaps are completely unfolded.

NOTICE: Never use envelopes with windows, coated linings, or self-stick adhesives. These lead to paper jams and

damage to the printer.

Load only one size and type of print media during a single print job.
To achieve the best possible print quality, use only high-quality print media that is designed for use in laser printers.

For more guidelines on print media, see "
Do not add or remove print media when there is still print media in the multipurpose feeder or when the printer is

printing from the multipurpose feeder. This may result in a paper jam.
Print media should be loaded with the recommended print side up and the top of the print media going into the

multipurpose feeder first.
Do not place objects on the multipurpose feeder. Also, avoid pressing down or applying excessive force on it.
Do not remove any tray while a job is printing from the multipurpose feeder or Printing is displayed on the operator

panel. This may result in a paper jam.

The icons on the multipurpose feeder identify how to load the multipurpose feeder with paper, and how to turn an envelope
for printing.

Print Media Guidelines."

Linking Trays

Tray linking allows you to load the same size and type of print media in multiple sources. The printer automatically links the
source/trays and will use the first tray until it runs out, then switch to the linked tray.

If you load the same size print media in each tray, make sure the print media is the same type in order to link the trays.

When the selected trays are loaded with the same size and type of print media, select the Paper Size and Paper Type
settings in the Tray Settings for each source.

To disable tray linking, set the Paper Size and Paper Type to a unique value in each one of the trays. If all trays do not
have the same type of print media when linked, you could mistakenly print a job on the wrong paper type.

Using the Duplex Function

Duplex printing (or two-sided printing) allows you to print on both sides of a sheet of paper. For sizes that are acceptable for
duplex printing, see "

Using Duplex Bind

Print Media Sizes and Support."

When using duplex bind printing in the printer driver, you must select either Flip on Short Edge or Flip on Long Edge.
Binding in the Duplex menu item defines the way duplexed pages are bound, and how the printing on the back of the sheet
(even-numbered pages) is oriented in relation to the printing on the front (odd-numbered pages).

The two values for Binding are:

Long

Edge

Assumes binding along the long edge of the page (left edge for portrait orientation and top edge for landscape

orientation). The following illustration shows long-edge binding for portrait and landscape pages:

Short
Edge

Assumes binding along the short edge of the page (top edge for portrait orientation and left edge for landscape
orientation). The following illustration shows short-edge binding for portrait and landscape pages:

NOTE: When you print on both sides of postcard-size paper, make sure the paper is not curled.

Using the Center Output Tray

The center output tray holds up to:

250 sheets (20 lb (75 g/m2)) of plain paper: or
20 sheets of transparency: or
20 sheets of label: or
10 sheets of envelope

Using the Support Extension

The support extension is designed to prevent print media from falling from the printer after the print job is complete.
Before printing a document, make sure the paper extender is fully extended.

Operator Panel

Using the Operator Panel Buttons
Printing a Panel Settings Page

Using the Operator Panel Buttons

The printer operator panel has a 2-line by 16-character liquid crystal display (LCD), seven buttons, and two indicators that
flash when the printer is ready to print, and when a error occurs.

1. LCD display

2. Ready indicator

Displays green when the printer is ready. Blinks when data is being received.

3.

buttons

In the Menu mode, displays menus or items in order.

4. Menu button

Toggles between the Menu mode and the Print mode.

5.

buttons

In the Menu mode, selects different submenus. Also selects setting values.

6. Error indicator

Displays red when an error has occurred. Blinks when an irrecoverable error has occurred.

7. Cancel button

In the Menu mode, exits to the Print mode.
Cancels current print job.

8.

button

In the Menu mode, selects the currently displayed menu or item.
In the Print mode, outputs data in the printer.

Printing a Panel Settings Page

The Panel Settings page shows current settings for the operator panel menus.

1. Press Menu.

2. Press until Configure appears, and then press or .

3. Press

4. Press
The Panel Settings page is printed.

5. Verify that any optional 250-sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module you installed are configured for the sizes and
types of print media you loaded.

until Reports appears, and then press or .

until Panel Settings appears, and then press .

Printer Settings

You can change most printer settings from your software program or printer driver. If your printer is attached to the network,
you can change settings from the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. To launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web
Tool, type the printer IP address in your Web browser. Print a Printer Settings page to find your printer's IP address (see

Printing a Printer Settings Page").

"

Settings you change from the software or printer driver apply only to the job you are preparing to send to the printer.

Changes made to printer settings from an software program override changes made from the printer operator panel.

If you cannot change a setting from your software program, use the printer operator panel or the Dell Printer

Configuration Web Tool. Changing a printer setting from the printer operator panel or from the Dell Printer
Configuration Web Tool makes that setting the user default.

Printing a Printer Settings Page

The Printer Settings page lists all the options you purchased or installed. If a feature or an option is not listed, you need to
check your installation.

1. Press Menu.

2. Press

3. Press

4. Printer Settings is displayed. Press
The Printer Settings page is printed.

5. Verify that the options you installed are correctly listed under Printer Options.

6. If an option you installed is not listed, turn off the printer, unplug the power cord, and reinstall the option.

7. Verify the amount of memory installed is correctly listed under General.

until Configure appears, and then press or .

until Reports appears, and then press or .

.

Using the Operator Panel to Change Printer Settings

You can select menu items and corresponding values from the operator panel.

When you first enter the printer menus from the operator panel, you see an asterisk (*) next to a value in the menus.

This asterisk indicates the factory default menu setting. These settings are the original printer settings. (Factory defaults may
vary for different countries.)

When you select a new setting from the operator panel, an asterisk appears next to the setting to identify it as the current
user default menu setting.

These settings are active until new ones are selected or the factory defaults are restored.

To select a new value as a setting:

1. Press Menu.

2. Press until the required menu appears, and press or .

3. Press

Each menu item has a list of values for the menu item. A value can be:

4. Press

5. Press
This enables the setting value, which is indicated by an asterisk (*) next to the setting value.

6. Press Cancel or to return to the previous menu.
To continue setting other items, select the desired menu. To quit setting new values, press Cancel.

until the desired menu or menu item appears, and press or .
If the selection is a menu, the menu is opened and the first printer setting in the menu appears.
If the selection is a menu item, the default menu setting for the menu item appears.(The current user default

menu setting has an asterisk (*) beside it.)

A phrase or word to describe a setting
A numerical value that can be changed
An On or Off setting

Press at the same time. This will recover the factory default menu settings.

to scroll until the desired value appears.

.

User default menu settings remain in effect until you save new settings or restore the factory defaults. Settings you choose
from your software program can also change or override the user default menu settings you select from the operator panel.

NOTE: Settings you choose from your software program may override the settings you select from the operator panel.

Using the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool to Change Printer
Settings

If your printer is connected to the network, you can change the operator panel settings from your Web browser. If you are a
network administrator, you can clone the printer settings of one printer to one or all printers on the network.

Type your network printer IP address in your Web browser. Choose Printer Settings from the topics list, and then select the
printer settings you want to change.

To copy your printer settings to another printer on the network, choose Copy Printer Settings from the topics list, and then
type the other printer's IP address.

If you do not know your printer IP address, it is specified on the Printer Settings page. To print a Printer Settings page:

1. Press Menu.

2. Press

until Configure appears, and then press or .

3. Press

4. Printer Settings is displayed. Press
The Printer Settings page is printed.

until Reports appears, and then press or .

.

Initializing NVRAM

You can restore the original factory default menu settings by initializing NVRAM.

1. Press Menu.

2. Press until Configure appears, and then press or .

3. Press

4. Press

5. The Init NVRAM Are you sure? message appears on the operator panel. Press

6. Turn off the printer, and then on again.

until Maintenance appears, and then press or .

until Init NVRAM appears, and then press or .

Initializing NVRAM from Network settings

You can initialize IP Address by initializing NVRAM from Network settings.

1. Press Menu.

2. Press until Configure appears, and then press or .

3. Press

4. Press

5. The Init NVRAM Are you sure? message appears on the operator panel. Press

until Network appears, and then press or .

until Init NVRAM appears, and then press or .

.

.

6. Turn off the printer, and then on again.

Understanding Printer Menus

When your printer is configured as a network printer available to a number of users, the access to the Configure menus can
be limited. This prevents other users from using the operator panel to inadvertently change a printer user default that has
been set by the administrator. In this case, you can access the Stored Print, Tray Settings, and Replace Toner menus
only.

However, you can use your printer driver to override printer user defaults and select settings for individual print jobs.

Using the Printer Menus
Setting of Panel Lock

Using the Printer Menus

Stored Print

This menu provides applicable printing services such as Secure Print and Proof Print.

Secure Print

Purpose:

To print confidential jobs. The printer can hold the job in memory until you arrive at the printer and type the password on the
operator panel. This requires 320 MB or more of RAM to be enabled. In addition, set the RAM Disk setting to On.

Values:

Del after Print

Save afterPrint

Delete

Prints the job, and then deletes it from printer memory.

Prints the job, and then saves it in printer memory.

Deletes the job from printer memory.

Proof Print

Purpose:

To print only one copy and check the print result before printing all of the copies. This prevents a large number of misprinted
copies from being printed at one time. This requires 320 MB or more of RAM to be enabled. In addition, set the RAM Disk
setting to On.

Values:

Del after Print

Save afterPrint

Prints the job, and then deletes it from printer memory.

Prints the job, and then saves it in printer memory.

Delete

Deletes the job from printer memory.

Tray Settings

Use the Tray Settings menu to define the print media loaded in each tray.

NOTE: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings.

Paper Type

Purpose:

To specify the type of paper loaded in each tray.

Values:

Plain 1

*1

Tray 1

Plain 2

Tray 2

MPF

Plain 1

*1

Plain 2

Plain 1

Plain 2

Transparency

Covers 1

Covers 2

Label

Coated 1

Coated 2

Envelope

Plain 1 S2

Plain 2 S2

Covers 1 S2

Covers 2 S2

Coated 1 S2

Coated 2 S2

*1 Only displayed when an optional 250-sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module is installed on the printer.

Paper Size

Purpose:

To specify the paper size for each tray.

Values:

Tray 1

Tray 2

Letter

*4

B5

A5

A4

Executive

Legal

8.5 x 13"

Letter

*4

B5

A5

A4

Executive

Legal

*1

*1

*3

*3

*1

*2

*2

*1

*2

*2, 3

MPF

8.5 x 13"

*2, 3

Letter

B5

A5

A4

Executive

Legal

8.5 x 13"

Envelope #10

Monarch

DL

C5

Free Size

*

Monarch LEF

DL LEF

*1 Denotes country-specific factory default values.
*2 Available for the optional 250-sheet tray module only.
*3 Available for the optional 250-sheet tray module (Legal Cassette) only.
*4 Only displayed when an optional 250-sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module is installed on the printer.

Use this menu item to:

Optimize print quality for the specified paper.
Select paper source through your software program by selecting type and size.
Automatically link trays. The printer automatically links any trays containing the same type and size of paper, if you

have set the Paper Type and Paper Size to the correct values.

Replace Toner

Use the Replace Toner menu to select the color of the toner cartridge that you need to replace.

Values:

Cyan Toner(C) Magenta Toner(M)

Yellow Toner(Y) Black Toner(K)

Configure

Use the Configure menu to configure a variety of printer features.

Basic Settings

Use the Basic Settings menu to configure the basic printer settings.

NOTE: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings.

Power Saver Time

Purpose:

To specify the amount of time the printer waits after a job is printed before it goes into the power saver mode.

Values:

1–60 min

15 min*

Specifies the amount of time before the printer enters power saver mode after it finishes a print job.

Enter 1 to put the printer in power saver mode one minute after it finishes a print job. This uses much less energy, but
requires more warm-up time for the printer. Enter 1 if your printer shares an electrical circuit with room lighting and you
notice lights flickering.

Select a high value if your printer is in constant use. Under most circumstances, this keeps the printer ready to print with
minimum warm-up time. Select a value between 1 and 60 minutes for power save mode if you want a balance between
energy consumption and a shorter warm-up period.

The printer automatically returns to the print mode from the power saver mode when it receives data from the computer. You
can also return the printer to the print mode by pressing any button on the operator panel.

Error Alarm

Purpose:

To establish whether the printer sounds an alarm when an error occurs.

Values:

Does not sound an alarm when an error occurs.

Off*

Sounds an alarm when an error occurs.

On

Job Timeout

Purpose:

To specify the amount of time the printer waits to receive additional bytes of data from the computer. When this timeout
expires, the print job is canceled.

Values:

Off

5–300 sec

30 sec*

Disables the job timeout.

Specifies the amount of time the printer waits for additional data before it cancels the job.

Panel Language

Purpose:

To determine the language of the text on the operator panel screen.

Values:

English* French

Italian German

Spanish

Auto Log Print

Purpose:

To specify whether the printer outputs logs automatically.

Values:

Does not print the logs.

Off*

Prints the logs.

On

Print logs can also be printed using the Reports menu.

See also:

Reports"

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ID Print

Purpose:

To specify a location where the user ID is printed.

Values:

Off*

Top Left

Top Right

Bottom Left

Bottom Right

Does not print the user ID.

Prints the user ID on the top left of the page.

Prints the user ID on the top right of the page.

Prints the user ID on the bottom left of the page.

Prints the user ID on the bottom right of the page.

NOTE: When printing on DL size paper, a part of the user ID may not be printed correctly.

Text Print

Purpose:

To specify whether the printer outputs PDL data, which is not supported by the printer, as text when the printer receives it.
Text data is printed on A4 or Letter size paper.

Values:

Does not print the received data.

Off

Prints the received data as text data.

On*

Banner Sheet

Purpose:

To specify the position of banner sheet, and also specify the tray in which the banner sheet is loaded.

Values:

Position Off*

Does not print the banner sheet.

Prints on the beginning of document.

Top

Prints on the end of document.

Bottom

Prints on both beginning and end of document.

Top & Bottom

Input Tray

Tray 1*

Tray 2*

*1

2

The banner sheet is loaded in tray 1.

The banner sheet is loaded in tray 2.

The banner sheet is loaded in multipurpose feeder.

MPF

*1 Only displayed when an optional 250-sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module is installed on the printer.
*2 Only displayed when two optional tray modules are installed on the printer.

RAM Disk

Purpose:

To allocate memory to the RAM Disk file system for the Secure Print and Proof Print features.

The change becomes effective after the printer is turned off and then on again.

Values:

Does not allocate memory to the RAM Disk file system. Proof Print jobs will abort and be recorded to the job log.

Off*

Allocates memory to the RAM Disk file system automatically.

On

NOTE: The RAM Disk menu is only displayed when 320 MB or more of additional RAM is installed on the printer.

Substitute Tray

Purpose:

Specifies whether or not to use another size paper when the paper that is loaded in the specified tray does not match the
paper size settings for the current job.

Values:

Off*

Larger Size

Nearest
Size

MPF Feed

No tray size substitute accepted.

Substitutes paper of next largest size. When there is no larger paper size, the printer substitutes paper of
nearest size.

Substitutes paper of nearest size.

Substitutes paper from the multipurpose feeder.

Maintenance

Use the Maintenance menu to initialize the NV (non-volatile) memory, configure the plain paper quality adjustment settings,
and configure the security settings.

Paper Density

Purpose:

To specify the paper density.

Values:

Plain 1 Light

Normal*

Label Label 1

Label 2*

BTR Adj

Purpose:

To specify the value of the reference voltage for the transfer roller.

Values:

Plain 1 0-15

5*

Plain 2 0-15

5*

Transparency 0-15

5*

Covers 1 0-15

5*

Covers 2 0-15

5*

Label 0-15

5*

Coated 1 0-15

5*

Coated 2 0-15

5*

Envelope 0-15

5*

Init NVRAM

Purpose:

To initialize the NV (non-volatile) memory. After executing this function and rebooting the printer, all the menu parameters
are reset to their default values.

Clear Storage

Purpose:

To clear all files that are stored as Secure and Proof Print in the RAM Disk.

NOTE: The Clear Storage menu is only displayed when the RAM Disk is set to Auto.

Non-Dell Toner

Purpose:

To specify whether to use the refilled Toner Cartridge or not. When this setting is On, you can use Toner Cartridges provided
by other companies.

Values:

Disables the use of refilled toner cartridges.

Off*

Enables the use of refilled toner cartridges.

On

Parallel

The Parallel menu can be adjusted to configure the parallel interface.

NOTE: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings.

ECP

Purpose:

To specify the ECP communication mode of the parallel interface.

The change becomes effective after the printer is turned off and then on again.

Values:

The ECP communication mode is enabled.

On*

The ECP communication mode is disabled.

Off

Reports

Use the Reports menu to print various types of reports and lists.

Printer Settings

Purpose:

To print a list of the current user default values, the installed options, the amount of installed printer memory, and the status
of printer supplies.

Panel Settings

Purpose:

To print a detailed list of all the settings on the operator panel menus.

PCL Fonts List

Purpose:

To print a sample of the available PCL fonts.

See also:

Understanding Fonts," "Printing a Font Sample List"

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Job History

Purpose:

To print a detailed list of the processed print jobs. This list contains the latest 20 print jobs.

Error Log

Purpose:

To print an error history.

Stored Documents

Purpose:

To print a list of all files that are stored as Secure and Proof Print in the RAM Disk.

Network

Use the Network menu to change printer settings affecting jobs sent to the printer through a network port.

Ethernet

Purpose:

To specify the communication speed and the duplex settings of Ethernet.

The change becomes effective after the printer is turned off and then on again.

Values:

Auto*

10Base Half

10Base Full

100Base Half

100Base Full

Detects the Ethernet settings automatically.

Uses 10base-T half-duplex.

Uses 10base-T full-duplex.

Uses 100base-TX half-duplex.

Uses 100base-TX full-duplex.

TCP/IP

Purpose:

To specify the TCP/IP settings.

The change becomes effective after the printer is turned off and then on again.

Values:

IP AddressSetup AutoIP*

BOOTP

RARP

DHCP

Panel

IP Address

Subnet Mask

Automatically sets the IP address.

Uses BOOTP to set the IP address.

Uses RARP to set the IP address.

Uses DHCP to set the IP address.

Enables the IP address entered on the operator panel.

Displays the IP address allocated to the printer by using the keys on the operator panel.

Displays the subnet mask.

Displays the gateway address.

Gateway Address

Protocol

Sets the IP address for Filter n.

Purpose:

To enable or disable each item.

The change becomes effective after the printer is turned off and then on again.

Values:

LPD On*

Off

Port9100 On*

Off

FTP On*

Off

SNMP UDP On*

Off

E-Mail Alert On*

Off

Enables the LPD port.

Disables the LPD port.

Enables the Port9100 port.

Disables the Port9100 port.

Enables the FTP port.

Disables the FTP port.

Enables the UDP.

Disables the UDP.

Enables the E-Mail Alert feature.

Disables the E-Mail Alert feature.

EWS On*

Enables an access to Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool embedded in the printer.

Disables an access to Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool embedded in the printer.

Off

IP Filter

Purpose:

To specify the reception of data from certain IP addresses for blocking. You can set up to five IP addresses.

The change becomes effective after the printer is turned off and then on again.

Values:

Filter n

(n is 1 to 5.)

Address

Mask

Mode Off*

Sets the mask for Filter n.

Disable the IP Filter feature for Filter n.

Accept

Reject

Accepts an access from specified IP address.

Rejects an access from specified IP address.

Init NVRAM

Purpose:

To initialize network data stored in NVRAM.

PCL

Use the PCL to change printer settings that only affect jobs using the PCL emulation printer language.

NOTE: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings.

Input Tray

Purpose:

To specify the input tray.

Values:

Auto*

Tray

*1

1

Tray
2*

MPF

*1 Only displayed when an optional 250-sheet tray module installed on your printer.
*2 Only displayed when two optional tray modules are installed on your printer.

Automatically selects a tray according to the paper size and type settings of the job being printed except for the
multipurpose feeder.

The paper is fed from the optional 250-sheet tray module.

The paper is fed from the optional 250-sheet tray module or 500-sheet tray module.

2

The paper is fed from the multipurpose feeder.

Paper Size

Purpose:

To specify the default paper size.

Values:

*1

Letter

B5

A5

A4

*1

Executive 8.5 x 13"

Legal Envelope #10

Monarch DL

C5

*1 Denotes country-specific factory default values.

Orientation

Purpose:

To specify how text and graphics are oriented on the page.

Values:

Portrait*

Prints text and graphics parallel to the short edge of the paper.

Prints text and graphics parallel to the long edge of the paper.

Landscape

Duplex

Purpose:

To set duplexing as the default for all print jobs. (Select Duplex from the printer driver to duplex only specific jobs.)

Values:

Duplex

Off*

Print

On

Binding Long

Edge*

Prints on one side of the paper.

Prints on both sides of the paper.

Assumes binding along the long edge of the page. (Left edge for portrait orientation and top edge for
landscape orientation)

Short

Assumes binding along the short edge of the page. (Top edge for portrait orientation and left edge for

Edge

NOTE: The Duplex menu is only available when an optional duplex module has been installed on the printer.

landscape orientation)

Font

Purpose:

To specify the default font from the registered fonts in the printer.

Values:

CG Times CG Times It CG Times Bd

CG Times BdIt Univers Md Univers MdIt

Univers Bd Univers BdIt Univers MdCd

Univers MdCdIt Univers BdCd Univers BdCdIt

AntiqueOlv AntiqueOlv It AntiqueOlv Bd

CG Omega CG Omega It CG Omega Bd

CG Omega BdIt GaramondAntiqua Garamond Krsv

Garamond Hlb GaramondKrsvHlb Courier*

Courier It Courier Bd Courier BdIt

LetterGothic LetterGothic It LetterGothic Bd

Albertus Md Albertus XBd Clarendon Cd

Coronet Marigold Arial

Arial It Arial Bd Arial BdIt

Times New Times New It Times New Bd

Times New BdIt Symbol Wingdings

Line Printer Times Roman Times It

Times Bd Times BdIt Helvetica

Helvetica Ob Helvetica Bd Helvetica BdOb

CourierPS CourierPS Ob CourierPS Bd

CourierPS BdOb SymbolPS Palatino Roman

Palatino It Palatino Bd Palatino BdIt

ITCBookman Lt ITCBookman LtIt ITCBookmanDm

ITCBookmanDm It HelveticaNr HelveticaNr Ob

HelveticaNr Bd HelveticaNrBdOb N C Schbk Roman

N C Schbk It N C Schbk Bd N C Schbk BdIt

ITC A G Go Bk ITC A G Go BkOb ITC A G Go Dm

ITC A G Go DmOb ZapfC MdIt ZapfDingbats

Symbol Set

Purpose:

To specify a symbol set for a specified font.

Values:

ROMAN-8* ISO L1 ISO L2

ISO L5 ISO L6 PC-8

PC-8 DN PC-775 PC-850

PC-852 PC-1004 PC-8 TK

WIN L1 WIN L2 WIN L5

DESKTOP PS TEXT MC TEXT

MS PUB MATH-8 PS MATH

PI FONT LEGAL ISO-4

ISO-6 ISO-11 ISO-15

ISO-17 ISO-21 ISO-60

ISO-69 WIN 3.0 WINBALT

SYMBOL WINGDINGS DNGBTSMS

Font Size

Purpose:

To specify the font size for scalable typographic fonts.

Values:

4.00 – 50.00

12.00*

Font size refers to the height of the characters in the font. One point equals approximately 1/72 of an inch.

NOTE: The Font Size menu is only displayed for typographic fonts.

See also:

Pitch and Point Size"

"

The values are in steps of 0.25.

Font Pitch

Purpose:

To specify the font pitch for scalable monospaced fonts.

Values:

6.00 – 24.00

10.00*

Font pitch refers to the number of fixed-space characters in a horizontal inch of type. For nonscalable monospaced fonts, the
pitch is displayed, but cannot be changed.

NOTE: The Font Pitch menu is only displayed for fixed, or monospaced, fonts.

See also:

Pitch and Point Size"

"

The values are in steps of 0.01.

Form Line

Purpose:

To set the number of lines in a page.

Values:

5 – 128

64*

The printer sets the amount of space between each line (vertical line spacing) based on the Form Line and Orientation
menu items. Select the correct Form Line and Orientation before changing Form Line.

See also:

Orientation," "Paper Size"

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The values are in steps of 1.

Quantity

Purpose:

To set the number of copies you want for the printer default value. (Set the number of copies required for a specific job from
the printer driver. Values selected from the printer driver always override values selected from the operator panel.)

Values:

1–999

1*

The values are in steps of 1.

Image Enhance

Purpose:

To specify whether to perform the image enhancement feature. Image enhancement is a feature that makes the boundary
line between black and white smoother to decrease jagged edges and enhance the visual appearance.

Values:

Enables to perform the image enhancement feature.

On*

Disables to perform the image enhancement feature.

Off

Hex Dump

Purpose:

To help isolate the source of a print job problem. With Hex Dump selected, all data sent to the printer is printed in

print job that is sent to the printer.

hexadecimal and character representation. Control codes are not executed.

Values:

Disables the Hex Dump feature.

Off*

Enables the Hex Dump feature.

On

Draft Mode

Purpose:

To save toner by printing in the draft mode. The print quality is reduced when printing in the draft mode.

Values:

Does not print in the draft mode.

Off*

Prints in the draft mode.

On

Line Termination

Purpose:

To add the line termination commands.

Values:

Off*

Add-LF

Add-CR

CR - XX

The line termination command is not added.
CR=CR, LF=LF, FF=FF

The LF command is added.
CR=CR-LF, LF=LF, FF=FF

The CR command is added.
CR=CR, LF=CR-LF, FF=CR-FF

The CR and LF commands are added.
CR=CR-LF, LF=CR-LF, FF=CR-FF

Color Mode

Purpose:

To specify the color mode to Color or Black. This setting is used when the color printing mode setting is not specified for the

Value:

Black*

Color

Prints in the black and white mode.

Prints in the color mode.

Security

Use the Security menu to set a password to limit access to the menus. This prevents items from being change accidentally.

NOTE: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings.

See also:

Setting of Panel Lock"

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Panel Lock

Purpose:

To limit access to the menus.

Values:

Does not limit access to the menus.

Off*

Limits access to the menus.

On

Change Password

Purpose:

To set a password to limit access to the menus.

Values:

0000–9999

0000*

Setting of Panel Lock

This feature prevents unauthorized personnel from changing settings made by the printer administrator. For regular printing,

items can be selected from the menu and printer settings remain unchanged. For regular printing, items can be configured
using the printer driver.

NOTE: Disabling the operator panel menus does not prevent access to the Stored Print, Tray Settings, and

Replace Toner menus.

1. Press Menu.

2. Press

3. Press

4. Panel Lock is displayed. Press

5. Press

6. Press

7. Press

8. Enter the old password (when you enter it for the first time after doing the settings, enter 0000), and then press

9. Enter the new password, and then press

10. Reenter the password to confirm the password that you entered, and then press
The password has been changed.

NOTE: If you forget your password, turn off the printer. Then, while holding Menu, turn on the printer. Continue to

hold Menu until the display indicates Ready to Init. Release Menu and press

. The display will briefly indicate Password has been initialized. This will recover the factory default panel

password.

until Configure appears, and then press or .

until Security appears, and then press or .

or .

until On appears, and then press .

.

until Change Password appears, and then press or .

.

.

. Press to select Yes, then press

.

NOTE: If panel lock is On, the factory-default panel password is 0000.

See also:

Change Password"

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Enabling Menus

1. Press Menu.

2. Press

3. Press

4. Panel Lock is displayed. Press

5. Press

until Configure appears, and then press or .

until Security appears, and then press or .

or .

until Off appears, and then press .

Understanding Your Printer Software

Use the Drivers and Utilities CD that came with your printer to install a combination of software programs, depending on your
operating system.

Printing Status Window

The Printing Status Window alerts you when an error or warning occurs, for example, when the top cover is open or toner
is running low.

The Printing Status Window always launches when printing. When an error occurs, the error message appears on the

Printing Status Window.

Status Window

On the Status Window, you can check how much toner and paper are remaining or the configuration of options for the local
printer.

Status Monitor Console

Use the Status Monitor Console to manage multiple Status Window.

Select a printer from the list view (or Printer Selection) by clicking its name to open a Status Window or Dell
Printer Configuration Web Tool for a particular printer.

Select Help to read the online help.
The Status Monitor Console displays the Status Window for local connections, or the Dell Printer Configuration

Web Tool for network connections.

Dell Supplies Management System

You can launch the Dell Supplies Management System dialog box from the Printing Status window, the All Programs
menu, or the desktop icon. You can also launch it from the Status Window when a toner error occurs.

You can order consumables by phone or from the web.

1. Click Start ® All Programs ® Dell Printers ® Dell Laser Printer 3000cn ® Dell Supplies Management System.

The Dell Supplies Management System window appears.

2. If ordering from the Web:
a. When you cannot get information from the printer automatically by two-way communication, a window that

prompts you to type the Service Tag number appears. Type your Dell printer Service Tag number in the field
provided.
Your Service Tag number is located inside the front door of your printer.

b. Click Visit Dell printer supplies ordering web site.

3. If ordering by phone, call the number that appears under the By Telephone heading.

User Setup Disk Creating Tool

The User Setup Disk Creating Tool program located in the MakeDisk folder of the Utilities folder on the Drivers and

Utilities CD and the printer drivers located on the Drivers and Utilities CD are used to create driver installation packages that
contain custom driver settings. A driver installation package can contain a group of saved printer driver settings and other
data for things such as:

Print orientation and Multiple Up (document settings)
Watermarks
Font references

If you want to install the printer driver with the same settings to multiple computers running the same operating system,
create a setup disk in a floppy disk or in a server on the network. Using the setup disk that you have created will reduce the
amount of work required when installing the printer driver.

Install in advance the Dell Laser Printer 3000cn printer driver in the computer on which the setup disk is to be created.
The setup disk can only be used on the operating system on which the disk was created or computers running the

same operating system. Create a separate setup disk for different types of operating systems.

Software Update

The firmware and/or driver updates can be downloaded from http://support.dell.com/.