Setting up the printer software...............................................................................................................28
Setting up wireless printing.....................................................................................................................30
Installing the printer on an Ethernet network........................................................................................35
Changing port settings after installing a new network Internal Solutions Port......................................38
Setting up serial printing.........................................................................................................................39
Loading paper and specialty media............................................................42
Setting the paper size and type...............................................................................................................42
Setting the printer to detect the paper size loaded in a tray..................................................................42
Configuring Universal paper settings......................................................................................................43
Loading the standard or optional 500‑sheet trays..................................................................................44
Loading A5 or Statement paper sizes......................................................................................................46
Loading B5 or Executive paper sizes........................................................................................................46
Loading the 2000‑sheet high capacity feeder.........................................................................................47
Loading the 2,000-sheet dual input trays................................................................................................49
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Loading the multipurpose feeder............................................................................................................51
Loading letter‑ or A4‑size paper in the short‑edge orientation..............................................................54
Linking and unlinking trays......................................................................................................................55
Paper and specialty media guidelines.........................................................58
Paper guidelines......................................................................................................................................58
Supported paper sizes, types, and weights.............................................................................................60
Printing a document................................................................................................................................65
Printing on specialty media.....................................................................................................................65
Printing confidential and other held jobs................................................................................................69
Printing from a mobile device.................................................................................................................71
Printing from a flash drive.......................................................................................................................72
Printing information pages......................................................................................................................73
Canceling a print job................................................................................................................................74
Paper menu.............................................................................................................................................79
Help menu.............................................................................................................................................120
Maintaining the printer............................................................................122
Cleaning the exterior of the printer......................................................................................................122
Connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible.
Do not place or use this product near water or wet locations.
This product uses a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). Monthly testing of the GFCI is recommended.
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: This product uses a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
This product uses a printing process that heats the print media, and the heat may cause the media to release emissions.
You must understand the section in your operating instructions that discusses the guidelines for selecting print media
to avoid the possibility of harmful emissions.
CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The inside of the printer might be hot. To reduce the risk of injury from a hot
component, allow the surface to cool before touching.
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more
trained personnel to lift it safely.
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Before moving the printer, follow these guidelines to avoid personal injury or
printer damage:
• Turn the printer off using the power switch, and then unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
• Disconnect all cords and cables from the printer before moving it.
• Lift the printer off the optional drawer, and set it aside instead of trying to lift the drawer and printer at the same
time.
Note: Use the handholds located on both sides of the printer to lift it off the optional drawer.
Use only the power cord provided with this product or the manufacturer's authorized replacement.
Use only the telecommunications (RJ‑11) cord provided with this product or a 26 AWG or larger replacement when
connecting this product to the public switched telephone network.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory
devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well,
and unplug any cables going into the printer.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: Make sure that all external connections (such as Ethernet and telephone system
connections) are properly installed in their marked plug-in ports.
This product is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific
manufacturer's components. The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. The manufacturer is not
responsible for the use of other replacement parts.
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Do not cut, twist, bind, crush, or place heavy objects on the power cord. Do not
subject the power cord to abrasion or stress. Do not pinch the power cord between objects such as furniture
and walls. If any of these things happen, a risk of fire or electrical shock results. Inspect the power cord regularly
for signs of such problems. Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet before inspecting it.
Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the user documentation, to a professional service person.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electric shock when cleaning the exterior of the printer, unplug
the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables from the printer before proceeding.
Safety information6
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are installing an optional tray after setting up the printer, turn the printer off
and unplug the power cord, the USB cable, and the Ethernet cable before continuing.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: Do not use the fax feature during a lightning storm. Do not set up this product or
make any electrical or cabling connections, such as the fax feature, power cord, or telephone, during a lightning
storm.
CAUTION—TIPPING HAZARD: Floor-mounted configurations require additional furniture for stability. You must
use either a printer stand or printer base if you are using a high-capacity input tray, a duplex unit and an input
option, or more than one input option. If you purchased a multifunction printer (MFP) that scans, copies, and
faxes, you may need additional furniture. For more information, see www.lexmark.com/multifunctionprinters.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Learning about the printer
Thank you for choosing this printer!
We've worked hard to make sure it will meet your needs.
To start using your new printer right away, use the setup materials that came with the printer, and then skim the User’sGuide to learn how to perform basic tasks. To get the most out of your printer, read the User’s Guide carefully, and
make sure you check the latest updates on our Web site.
We're committed to delivering performance and value with our printers, and we want to make sure you're satisfied. If
you do encounter any problems along the way, one of our knowledgeable support representatives will be delighted to
help you get back on track fast. And if you find something we could do better, please let us know. After all, you are the
reason we do what we do, and your suggestions help us do it better.
Finding information about the printer
What are you looking for?Find it here
Initial setup instructions:
• Connecting the printer
• Installing the printer software
Additional setup and instructions for using the printer:
• Selecting and storing paper and specialty media
• Loading paper
• Configuring printer settings
• Viewing and printing documents and photos
• Setting up and using the printer software
• Configuring the printer on a network
• Caring for and maintaining the printer
• Troubleshooting and solving problems
Instructions for:
• Connecting the printer to an Ethernet network
• Troubleshooting printer connection problems
Help using the prin ter softwareWindows or Mac Help—Open a printer software program
Setup documentation—The setup documentation came
with the printer and is also available on the Lexmark Web
http://support.lexmark.com.
site at
User's Guide and Quick Reference Guide—The guides are
available on the Software and Documentation CD.
For updates, visit our Web site at
http://support.lexmark.com.
Networking Guide—Open the Software and
Documentation CD, and then look for Printer and
Software Documentation under the Pubs folder. From
the list of publications, click the Networking Guide link.
or application, and then click Help.
?
Click
Notes:
• Help is automatically installed with the printer
• The printer software is located in the printer
to view context‑sensitive information.
software.
program folder or on the desktop, depending on
your operating system.
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What are you looking for?Find it here
The latest supplemental information, updates, and customer
support:
• Documentation
• Driver downloads
• Live chat support
• E‑mail support
• Voice support
Lexmark Support Web site—
http://support.lexmark.com
Note: Select your country or region, and then select
your product to view the appropriate support site.
Support telephone numbers and hours of operation for
your country or region can be found on the Support Web
site or on the printed warranty that came with your
printer.
Record the following information (located on the store
receipt and at the back of the printer), and have it ready
when you contact customer support so that they may
serve you faster:
• Machine Type number
• Serial number
• Date purchased
• Store where purchased
Warranty informationWarranty information varies by country or region:
• In the US—See the Statement of Limited Warranty
included with this printer, or at
http://support.lexmark.com.
• In other countries and regions—See the printed
warranty that came with your printer.
Selecting a location for the printer
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more
trained personnel to lift it safely.
When selecting a location for the printer, leave enough room to open trays, covers, and doors. If you plan to install any
options, leave enough room for them also. It is important to:
• Make sure airflow in the room meets the latest revision of the ASHRAE 62 standard.
• Provide a flat, sturdy, and stable surface.
• Keep the printer:
– Away from the direct airflow of air conditioners, heaters, or ventilators
– Free from direct sunlight, humidity extremes, or temperature fluctuations
– Clean, dry, and free of dust
• Allow the following recommended amount of space around the printer for proper ventilation:
1
2
3
4
5
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5
1460 mm (18.1 in.)
2640 mm (25.2 in.)
3460 mm (18.1 in.)
4200 mm (7.9 in.)
51724 mm (67.9 in.)
Printer configurations
Basic model
4
3
2
1
1Standard exit bin
2Printer control panel
3Standard tray (Tray 1)
4Standard tray (Tray 2)
5Multipurpose feeder
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Configured model
1
8
7
6
4
5
1Bridge unit assembly
2Finisher
3Printer control panel
4Optional 500‑sheet trays (Tray 3 and Tray 4 or 2,000‑sheet dual input trays)
5Standard 500‑sheet trays (Tray 1 and Tray 2)
6Optional 2,000‑sheet high capacity feeder (Tray 5)
7Multipurpose feeder
2
3
8Duplex unit
Understanding the printer control panel
3
4
7
9
ItemDescription
1Menu button
Opens the menu index
Note: The menus are available only when the printer is in the Ready state.
1
2
8
5
6
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ItemDescription
2Back button
Returns the display to the previous screen
3DisplayShows messages that communicate the status of the printer
4Indicator light
• Off—The power is off.
• Blinking green—The printer is warming up, processing data, or printing.
• Solid green—The printer is on, but idle.
• Solid red—Operator intervention is needed.
5Select button
• Opens a menu item and displays the available values or settings.
• Saves a displayed menu item as the new user default setting.
Notes:
• When a new setting is saved as the user default setting, it remains in effect until a new
setting is saved or until factory default settings are restored.
• Settings chosen from a software program can also change or override the user default
settings selected from the printer control panel.
6Keypad
Enter numbers, letters, or symbols on the display.
123
456
78 9
0#
7Navigation buttons
Press the up or down arrow buttons to scroll through menus or menu items, or to increase or
decrease a value when entering numbers.
Press the left or right arrow buttons to scroll through menu settings (also called values or
options), or to scroll through text that rolls to another screen.
8Stop button
Stops all printer activity
A list of options is offered once Stopped appears on the display.
9USB portInsert a flash drive into the front of the printer to print saved files.
Note: Only the front USB port supports flash drives.
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Minimizing your printer's environmental impact
Lexmark is committed to environmental sustainability and is continually improving its printers to reduce their impact
on the environment. We design with the environment in mind, engineer our packaging to reduce materials, and provide
collection and recycling programs. For more information, see:
• The Notices chapter
• The Environmental Sustainability section of the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/environment
• The Lexmark recycling program at www.lexmark.com/recycle
By selecting certain printer settings or tasks, you may be able to reduce your printer's impact even further. This chapter
outlines the settings and tasks that may yield a greater environmental benefit.
Saving paper and toner
Using recycled paper and other office papers
As an environmentally conscious company, Lexmark supports the use of recycled office paper produced specifically for
use in laser (electrophotographic) printers. In 1998, Lexmark presented to the US government a study demonstrating
that recycled paper produced by major mills in the US fed as well as non-recycled paper. However, no blanket statement
can be made that all recycled paper will feed well.
Lexmark consistently tests its printers with recycled paper (20–100% post-consumer waste) and a variety of test paper
from around the world, using chamber tests for different temperature and humidity conditions. Lexmark has found no
reason to discourage the use of today's recycled office papers, but generally the following property guidelines apply
to recycled paper.
Note: Some much smoother papers (such as premium 24 lb laser papers, 50–90 Sheffield units) and much
rougher papers (such as premium cotton papers, 200–300 Sheffield units) have been engineered to work very
well in laser printers, despite surface texture. Before using these types of paper, consult your paper supplier.
• Suitable sheet-to-sheet coefficient of friction (0.4–0.6)
• Sufficient bending resistance in the direction of feed
2
Recycled paper, paper of lower weight (<60 g/m
that is cut grain-short for portrait (or short-edge) fed printers may have lower bending resistance than is required for
reliable paper feeding. Before using these types of paper for laser (electrophotographic) printing, consult your paper
supplier. Remember that these are general guidelines only and that paper meeting these guidelines may still cause
paper feeding problems in any laser printer (for example, if the paper curls excessively under normal printing
conditions).
[16 lb bond]) and/or lower caliper (<3.8 mils [0.1 mm]), and paper
Saving energy
Adjusting Power Saver
Available settings range from 2–240 minutes. The factory default setting is 10 minutes.
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To increase or decrease the number of minutes before the printer enters Power Saver mode, do one of the following:
Using the Embedded Web Server
1
Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.
Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer, then print a network setup page and locate the IP
address in the TCP/IP section.
2 Click Settings, and then click General Settings.
3 Click Timeouts.
4 In the Power Saver box, increase or decrease the number of minutes you want the printer to wait before it enters
Power Saver mode.
5 Click Submit.
Using the printer control panel
1
Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears.
2 Press .
3 Press the up or down arrow button until Settings appears, and then press .
4 Press the up or down arrow button until General Settings appears, and then press .
5 Press the up or down arrow button until Timeouts appears, and then press .
6 Press the up or down arrow button until Power Saver appears, and then press .
7 Press the up or down arrow button to increase or decrease the number of minutes before the printer enters Power
Saver mode, and then press
.
Reducing printer noise
Use Quiet Mode to reduce the printer noise.
Note: See the table for the multiple settings that change when you select a Quiet Mode setting.
ChooseTo
OnReduce printer noise.
• You may notice a reduction in processing speed.
• Printer engine motors do not start until a job is ready to
print. You may notice a short delay before the first page
is printed.
• Fans run at a reduced speed or are turned off.
• If your printer has faxing capability, fax sounds are
reduced or disabled, including those made by the fax
speaker and ringer.
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ChooseTo
OffUse factory default settings. This setting supports the
performance specifications for your printer.
To select a Quiet Mode setting:
1 From the printer control panel, press .
2 Press the arrow buttons until Settings appears, and then press .
3 Press the arrow buttons until General Settings appears, and then press .
4 Press the arrow buttons until Quiet Mode appears, and then press .
5 Select the setting you want, and then press .
Submitting changes appears.
Recycling
Lexmark provides collection programs and environmentally progressive approaches to recycling. For more information,
see:
• The Notices chapter
• The Environmental Sustainability section of the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/environment
• The Lexmark recycling program at www.lexmark.com/recycle
Recycling Lexmark products
To return Lexmark products for recycling:
1 Go to www.lexmark.com/recycle.
2 Find the product type you want to recycle, and then select your country or region from the list.
3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
Note: Printer supplies and hardware not listed in the Lexmark collection program may be recycled through your local
recycling center. Contact your local recycling center to determine the items they accept.
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Additional printer setup
Installing internal options
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory
devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well,
and unplug any cables going into the printer.
You can customize your printer connectivity and memory capacity by adding optional cards. The instructions in this
section explain how to install the available cards; you can also use them to locate a card for removal.
All of these options may not be available. For more information, contact the place where you purchased the printer.
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Accessing the system board to install internal options
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory
devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well,
and unplug any cables going into the printer.
Note: This task requires a flathead screwdriver.
1 Remove the cover.
a Turn the screws on the cover counterclockwise to loosen them, but do not remove them.
b Pull the cover forward to remove it.
2 Use the following illustration to locate the appropriate connector.
Warning—Potential Damage: System board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity.
Touch something metal on the printer before touching any system board electronic components or connectors.
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1
3
1Hard disk connector
2Flash memory or firmware card connectors
3Printer memory card connector
2
Installing a memory card
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are installing memory or option cards sometime after setting up the printer,
then turn the printer off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before continuing. If you have any
other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well and unplug any cables going to the printer.
Warning—Potential Damage: System board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch
something metal on the printer before touching any system board electronic components or connectors.
An optional memory card can be purchased separately and attached to the system board. To install the memory card:
1 Access the system board.
Note: This task requires a flathead screwdriver.
2 Unpack the memory card.
Note: Avoid touching the connection points along the edge of the card.
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3 Open the memory card connector latches.
4 Align the notch on the memory card with the ridge on the connector.
5 Push the memory card straight into the connector until it clicks into place.
6 Reattach the system board cover.
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Installing a flash memory or firmware card
The system board has two connections for an optional flash memory or firmware card. Only one of each may be installed,
but the connectors are interchangeable.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory
devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well,
and unplug any cables going into the printer.
Warning—Potential Damage: System board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch
something metal on the printer before touching any system board electronic components or connectors.
1 Access the system board.
Note: This task requires a flathead screwdriver.
2 Unpack the card.
Note: Avoid touching the connection points along the edge of the card.
3 Holding the card by its sides, align the plastic pins on the card with the holes on the system board.
1
1Plastic pins
2Metal pins
4 Push the card firmly into place.
2
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Notes:
• The entire length of the connector on the card must touch and be flush against the system board.
• Be careful not to damage the connectors.
5 Reattach the system board cover.
Installing an internal print server or port interface card
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory
devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well,
and unplug any cables going into the printer.
Warning—Potential Damage: System board electrical components are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch
something metal on the printer before touching any system board electronic components or connectors.
Note: A #2 Phillips screwdriver is needed to install an internal print server or port interface card.
An internal print server allows connection from the printer to the local area network (LAN). An optional port interface
card expands the ways the printer can connect to a computer or external print server.
1 Access the system board.
2 Unpack the internal print server or port interface card.
3 Remove the metal plate on the system board tray that covers the connector slot and save the metal plate.
4 Align the connector on the internal print server or port interface card with the connector on the system board.
Note: The cable connectors on the side of the optional card must fit through the opening in the faceplate.
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5 Push the internal print server or port interface card firmly into the card connector on the system board.
6 Insert a screw into the hole on the right side of the connector slot. Gently tighten the screw to secure the card to
the system board tray.
7 Reinstall the system board.
Installing a printer hard disk
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory
devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well,
and unplug any cables going into the printer.
Warning—Potential Damage: System board electrical components and hard disks are easily damaged by static
electricity. Touch something metal on the printer before touching any system board electronic components,
connectors, or the hard disk.
Note: A #2 Phillips screwdriver is needed to attach the hard disk to the mounting plate.
1 Access the system board.
2 Remove the mounting plate, hard disk, ribbon cable, and attachment screws from the package.
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3 Attach the ribbon cable to the hard disk.
4 Attach the mounting plate to the hard disk with the screws.
5 Press the ribbon cable connector into the hard disk connector on the system board.
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6 Flip the hard disk over, and then press the three posts on the mounting plate into the holes on the system board.
The hard disk snaps into place.
7 Reinstall the system board.
Replacing the access panel
After you have installed options on the printer system board, follow these steps to reattach the access panel.
Note: This operation requires a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
1 Align the tabs on the right side of the access panel with the slots on the printer.
2 Slide the panel to the right, and then push it towards the printer.
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2
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3 Tighten the screws.
4 Plug the printer power cord back into a properly grounded electrical outlet, and then turn the printer on.
Installing hardware options
Order of installation
CAUTION—TIPPING HAZARD: Floor-mounted configurations require additional furniture for stability. You must
use either a printer stand or printer base if you are using a high-capacity input tray, a duplex unit and an input
option, or more than one input option. If you purchased a multifunction printer (MFP) that scans, copies, and
faxes, you may need additional furniture. For more information, see www.lexmark.com/multifunctionprinters.
Install the printer and any options you have purchased in the following order:
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory
devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well,
and unplug any cables going into the printer.
• Printer stand or caster base
• 2,000‑sheet dual trays and high capacity feeder
• Standard or optional 500‑sheet trays
• Duplex unit
• Printer
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more
trained personnel to lift it safely.
For more information on installing a printer stand, caster base, or 2,000‑sheet tray, see the setup documentation that
came with the option.
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Installing optional trays
The printer supports the following optional input sources:
• 2 Tray Module (two 500‑sheet trays)
• 2,000‑sheet dual input trays
• 2,000‑sheet high capacity feeder
• Duplex unit
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more
trained personnel to lift it safely.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are installing an optional tray after setting up the printer, then turn the
printer off and unplug the power cord, the USB cable, and the Ethernet cable before continuing.
1 Unpack the optional tray, and remove all packing material.
2 Place the tray in the location chosen for the printer.
Note: If you are installing more than one optional tray, the 2,000‑sheet dual input trays must always be installed
as the first optional trays (configuring from the bottom up).
Note: The optional 500‑sheet trays and optional 2,000‑sheet dual input trays are interchangeable.
4
4
3
3
2
2
1Tray 3 and Tray 4 (500-sheet trays or 2,000-sheet dual input trays)
2Tray 1 and Tray 2 (500-sheet trays)
3Tray 5 (2,000-sheet high capacity feeder)
1
4Duplex unit
Note: Optional trays lock together when stacked. Remove stacked trays one at a time from the top down.
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3 Align the printer with the tray, and then lower the printer into place.
4 Turn the printer back on.
5 Set the printer software to recognize the optional input source. For more information, see “Updating available
options in the printer driver” on page 29.
Attaching cables
Connect the printer to the computer using a USB cable or Ethernet cable.
Be sure to match the following:
• The USB symbol on the cable with the USB symbol on the printer
• The appropriate Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port
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USB portEthernet port
Verifying printer setup
• Print a menu settings page to verify that all printer options are installed correctly. A list of installed options appears
toward the bottom of the page. If an option you installed is not listed, then it is not installed correctly. Remove the
option and install it again.
• Print a network setup page to verify that your printer is correctly connected to the network. This page also provides
important information that aids network printing configuration.
Printing a menu settings page
Print a menu settings page to review the current menu settings and to verify printer options are installed correctly.
Note: If you have not made any menu item settings changes yet, then the menu settings page lists all the factory
default settings. Once you select and save other settings from the menus, they replace the factory default settings as
user default settings. A user default setting remains in effect until you access the menu again, choose another value,
and save it. To restore the factory default settings, see “Restoring the factory default settings” on page 136.
1 Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears.
2 From the printer control panel, press .
3 Press the up or down arrow button until Reports appears, and then press .
4 Press the up or down arrow button until Menu Settings Page appears, and then press .
After the menu settings page prints, the printer returns to the Ready state.
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Printing a network setup page
If the printer is attached to a network, then print a network setup page to verify the network connection. This page
also provides important information that aids network printing configuration.
1 Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears.
2 From the printer control panel, press .
3 Press the up or down arrow button until Reports appears, and then press .
4 Press the up or down arrow button until Network Setup Page appears, and then press .
Note: If an optional internal print server is installed, Print Network <x> Setup Page appears.
5 Check the first section on the network setup page, and confirm that Status is “Connected.”
If Status is “Not Connected,” the LAN drop may not be active, or the network cable may be malfunctioning. Consult
a system support person for a solution, and then print another network setup page.
Setting up the printer software
Installing the printer software
Notes:
• If you installed the printer software on the computer before but need to reinstall the software, then uninstall
the current software first.
• Close all open software programs before installing the printer software.
1 Obtain a copy of the software installer package.
• From the Software and Documentation CD that came with your printer.
• From our Web site:
http://support.lexmark.com, and then navigate to:
Go to
SUPPORT & DOWNLOAD > select your printer > select your operating system
2 Double‑click the software installer package.
Wait for the installation dialog to appear.
If you are using a Software and Documentation CD and the installation dialog does not appear, then do the following:
In Windows 8
From the Search charm, type run, and then navigate to:
Apps list > Run > type D:\setup.exe > OK.
In Windows 7 or earlier
a
Click or click Start, and then click Run.
b In the Start Search or Run dialog, type D:\setup.exe.
c Press Enter, or click OK.
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In Macintosh
Click the CD icon on the desktop.
Note: D is the letter of your CD or DVD drive.
3 Click Install, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen.
Updating available options in the printer driver
When any hardware options are installed, you may need to manually add the options in the printer driver to make
them available for use.
For Windows users
1 Open the printers folder.
In Windows 8
From the Search charm, type run, and then navigate to:
Apps list > Run > type control printers > OK
In Windows 7 or earlier
a Click or click Start, and then click Run.
b In the Start Search or Run dialog, type control printers.
c Press Enter, or click OK.
2 Depending on your device, do either of the following:
• Press and hold the printer you want to update.
• Right‑click the printer you want to update.
3 From the menu that appears, do either of the following:
• For Windows 7 or later, select Printer properties.
• For earlier versions, select Properties.
4 Click the Configuration tab.
5 Do either of the following:
• Click Update Now ‑ Ask Printer.
• Under Configuration Options, manually add any installed hardware options.
6 Click Apply.
For Macintosh users
1 From the Apple menu, navigate to either of the following:
• System Preferences > Print & Scan > select your printer > Options & Supplies > Driver
• System Preferences > Print & Fax > select your printer > Options & Supplies > Driver
2 Add any installed hardware options, and then click OK.
Additional printer setup30
Setting up wireless printing
Follow these instructions if your printer model is wireless.
Note: A Service Set Identifier (SSID) is a name assigned to a wireless network. Wireless Encryption Protocol (WEP)
and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) are types of security used on a network.
Preparing to set up the printer on a wireless network
Notes:
• Make sure your access point (wireless router) is turned on and is working properly.
• Do not connect the installation or network cables until prompted to do so by the setup software.
Make sure you have the following information before setting up the printer on a wireless network:
• SSID—The SSID is also referred to as the network name.
• Wireless Mode (or Network Mode)—The mode is either infrastructure or ad hoc.
• Channel (for ad hoc networks)—The channel defaults to automatic for infrastructure networks.
Some ad hoc networks will also require the automatic setting. Check with your system support person if you are
not sure which channel to select.
• Security Method—There are four basic options for Security Method:
– WEP key
If your network uses more than one WEP key, then enter up to four in the provided spaces. Select the key
currently in use on the network by selecting the default WEP transmit key.
– WPA or WPA2 preshared key or passphrase
WPA includes encryption as an additional layer of security. The choices are AES or TKIP. Encryption must be set
for the same type on the router and on the printer, or the printer will not be able to communicate on the
network.
– 802.1X–RADIUS
If you are installing the printer on an 802.1X network, then you may need the following:
• Authentication type
• Inner authentication type
• 802.1X user name and password
• Certificates
– No security
If your wireless network does not use any type of security, then you will not have any security information.
Note: Using an unsecured wireless network is not recommended.
Notes:
– If you do not know the SSID of the network that your computer is connected to, then launch the wireless utility
of the computer network adapter, and then look for the network name. If you cannot find the SSID or the
security information for your network, then see the documentation that came with the access point or contact
your system support person.
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