Setup Guide
June 2003
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C752
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Safety information
• The power cord must be connected to a properly grounded
electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible.
CAUTION: Do not set up this product or make any electrical or
cabling connections, such as the power cord or telephone,
during a lightning storm.
• Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the
operating instructions, to a professional service person.
• This product is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict
global safety standards with the use of specific Lexmark
components. The safety features of some parts may not always
be obvious. Lexmark is not responsible for the use of other
replacement parts.
• Your product uses a laser.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
• Your 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: Do not set up this product, make electrical
connections, or use a fax modem feature during a lightning
storm.
Conventions
It may help you to recognize the caution, warning, and note conventions
used in this book. These appear in the left column for easy reference.
CAUTION: A caution identifies something that could cause you harm.
Warning: A warning identifies something that could damage your printer
hardware or software.
Note: A note provides information you may find useful.
Attention!
This symbol identifies static-sensitive parts. Do not
touch in the areas near these symbols without first
touching the metal frame of the printer.
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Contents
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
About your printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
Other sources of information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Step 1: Unpack the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Setting up a multifunction printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Step 2: Set up the printer and paper handling options . . . 3
Installing a 2000-sheet drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Installing a 500-sheet drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installing a duplex unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Positioning the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Installing an output expander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Installing a 5-bin mailbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Step 3: Set up the print supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting up the print cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Attaching an adhesive operator panel overlay . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Step 4: Install memory, firmware, or option cards . . . . . . 21
Removing the system board access cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Installing a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Installing a firmware card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Installing a hard disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Installing an option card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Replacing the system board access cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Applying the Option Added label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
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Step 5: Load paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Loading the 500-sheet trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Loading the 2000-sheet tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Loading the multipurpose feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Step 6: Attach cables and power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Attaching a local cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Attaching a network cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Step 7: Install drivers for local printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
UNIX/Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Step 8: Verify printer setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Printing a menu settings page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Printing a network setup page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Printing Quick Reference information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Step 9: Configure for TCP/IP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Assigning a printer IP address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Verifying the IP settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Configuring for Pull Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Step 10: Install drivers for network printing . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
UNIX/Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
NetWare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Step 11: Using the publications CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Viewing and using the CD contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
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Introduction
Introduction
About your printer
Your printer is available in five models:
You can purchase several different
options for your printer. Refer to the
publications CD for more information.
If you purchased a multifunction printer
(MFP) that copies, faxes, and scans,
refer to the documentation that came with
the device to see if furniture or other
hardware needs to be set up first. More
information is available on our Lexmark
Output expander
(see Page 10)
5-bin mailbox
(see Page 12)
Printer
(see Page 8)
Duplex unit
(see Page 7)
2000-sheet drawer
(see Page 4)
or
500-sheet drawer
(see Page 6)
• Lexmark C752 (base model)
– 1200 dots per inch (dpi) resolution
– 128MB of standard memory
– One 500-sheet tray
– USB and parallel connectors
• Lexmark C752n (network model)
– 128MB of standard memory
– Ethernet 10BaseT/100BaseTx print
server installed
– USB and Ethernet connectors
• Lexmark C752dn (network, plus:)
– Duplex unit
• Lexmark C752dtn (network, plus:)
– Duplex unit
– 256MB of standard memory
– One additional 500-sheet drawer
• Lexmark C752fn (network, plus:)
– Duplex unit
– 256MB of standard memory
– Hard disk installed
– One additional 500-sheet drawer
– 2000-sheet drawer
– Finisher
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Introduction
Web site at
www.lexmark.com/multifunctionprinters.
If you purchased a finisher to go with your
printer, refer to the documentation that
came with the finisher for information
about setting it up with the printer.
Other sources of information If you need more information after you
have completed setup, refer to the other
printer documentation.
Publications CD The publications CD provides
information about loading paper, clearing
error messages, ordering and replacing
supplies, installing maintenance kits, and
troubleshooting. It also provides general
information for administrators.
In addition, the publications CD contains
copies of the printer’s Quick Reference
pages.
The information on the publications CD is
also available on our Lexmark Web site at
www.lexmark.com/publications.
Quick Reference pages Quick Reference pages are stored inside
the printer. They provide information
about loading print media, diagnosing
and solving print problems, and clearing
jams from the printer. The following is a
list of guides available from the Help
Menu:
• Printing Guide
• Color Quality
• Print Quality
• Connection Guide
• Help Guide
• Media Guide
• Jam Clearance
• Print Defects
• Supplies Guide
• Moving Guide
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Introduction
To print these pages:
1 On the operator panel, press Menu
until you see Help Menu.
2 Press Menu until you see the topic
you want to print, and then press
Select.
We strongly recommend that you print
the Jam Clearance guide and keep it
by the printer. These pages are also
available on the publications CD that
shipped with your printer.
Quick Reference and Clearing Jams sheets The Quick Reference card and Clearing
Jams sheets provide easy access to
information about loading print media,
understanding common printer
messages, and clearing paper jams.
Drivers CD The drivers CD contains all the
necessary files to get your printer up and
running. It may also contain printer
utilities, screen fonts, and additional
documentation.
Lexmark’s Web site Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com
for updated printer drivers, utilities, and
other printer documentation.
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Unpack the printer
Step 1: Unpack the printer
Setting up a multifunction printer
Note: More information is available on our Lexmark Web
site at www.lexmark.com/multifunctionprinters.
If you purchased a multifunction printer
(MFP) that copies, faxes, and scans,
refer to the documentation that came with
the device to see if furniture or other
hardware needs to be set up first.
Unpacking
CAUTION: The printer weighs 47.7 kg (105 lb) and
requires at least two people to lift it safely.
1 Select a location for your
Lexmark™ C752 printer:
• Leave enough room to open
the printer trays, covers, and
doors; access options; and
allow for proper ventilation.
• Provide the proper
environment:
– A firm, level surface
– Away from the direct airflow
of air conditioners, heaters,
or ventilators
– Free of temperature,
sunlight, or humidity
extremes or fluctuations
– Clean, dry, and free of dust
38 cm
(15 in.)
30 cm
(12 in.)
61 cm
(24 in.)
51 cm
(20 in.)
160 cm
(63 in.)
2
Unpack the printer
Note: Leave the printer in the box until you are ready to
install it. Then have someone help you lift it using the
handholds (see “Positioning the printer” on page 8).
2 Remove all items except the
printer from the box.
Make sure you have the following
items:
– Printer with one 500-sheet tray
– Power cord
– Four print cartridges
(preinstalled)
– Setup Guide with a
publications CD
– Quick Reference and Clearing
Jams sheets
– Drivers CD
If any items are missing or damaged,
refer to the publications CD for
information about contacting Lexmark
Customer Support.
Save the carton and packing materials in
case you need to repack the printer.
Setup Guide with
publications CD
Power cord
Drivers CD
Quick Reference and
Clearing Jams sheets
3
Set up the printer and paper handling options
Step 2: Set up the printer and
paper handling options
If you only purchased a base printer with
no options, follow the directions under
“Positioning the printer” on page 8.
Note: Be sure to set up the items in the order listed in the
table.
Use the following table to locate the
instructions you need to set up your
printer and any paper handling options
you may have purchased.
Topic Go to page...
Installing a 2000-sheet drawer 4
Installing a 500-sheet drawer 6
Installing a duplex unit 7
Positioning the printer 8
Installing an output expander 10
Installing a 5-bin mailbox 12
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Set up the printer and paper handling options
Installing a 2000-sheet drawer Your printer supports one optional
2000-sheet drawer.
Warning: If you have an optional duplex unit and a
2000-sheet drawer, you must install a 500-sheet drawer
between the duplex unit and the 2000-sheet drawer.
1 Unpack the 2000-sheet drawer
and remove any packing material.
2 Place the drawer in the location
you have chosen for your printer.
3 If you are installing a 500-sheet
drawer on top of the 2000-sheet
drawer, attach the stabilizing bars:
a Place the two stabilizing bars
on the ground, narrow side up.
b Lower the 2000-sheet drawer
onto the bars, making sure you
align the holes in the drawer
with the holes in the bars.
c Screw the bars into place using
four screws (two screws for
each bar).
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4 Adjust the four leveling feet on the
bottom of the drawer, if necessary.
5 Continue with “Installing a
500-sheet drawer” on page 6 or
“Positioning the printer” on page 8.
Note: You will install the power cord for the 2000-sheet
drawer later.
Leveling feet
6
Set up the printer and paper handling options
Installing a 500-sheet drawer Your printer supports up to three
additional 500-sheet drawers. However, if
you install a 2000-sheet drawer, you can
only add one additional 500-sheet
drawer.
Warning: If you have an optional duplex unit and a
2000-sheet drawer, you must install a 500-sheet drawer
between the duplex unit and the 2000-sheet drawer.
1 Unpack the 500-sheet drawer and
remove any packing material.
2 Place the drawer in the location
you have chosen for your printer or
install it on another drawer:
a Align the holes in the 500-sheet
drawer with the positioning
posts on the lower drawer.
b Lower the 500-sheet drawer
into place. Make sure it is
seated securely on the other
drawer.
3 If you are installing a 500-sheet
drawer on top of a 2000-sheet
drawer, secure them with
stabilizing screws.
a Insert the screws through the
holes next to the positioning
posts on the 500-sheet drawer.
b Hand-tighten the screws.
Even when fully inserted, the
screws allow some space
between the drawers.
4 Install another 500-sheet drawer,
or continue with “Installing a
duplex unit” on page 7 or
“Positioning the printer” on page 8.
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Set up the printer and paper handling options
Installing a duplex unit Your printer supports an optional duplex
unit that lets you print on both sides of a
sheet of paper.
Warning: If you have an optional duplex unit and a
2000-sheet drawer, you must install a 500-sheet drawer
between the duplex unit and the 2000-sheet drawer.
1 Unpack the duplex unit and
remove any packing material.
2 Place the duplex unit in the
location you have chosen for your
printer or install it on a 500-sheet
drawer:
a Align the positioning posts on
the drawer with the holes in the
duplex unit.
b Lower the duplex unit into
place. Make sure it is seated
securely on the drawer.
3 Continue with “Positioning the
printer” on page 8.
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Set up the printer and paper handling options
Positioning the printer Once you have selected a location and
set up any optional drawers or a duplex
unit, you are ready to position the printer.
CAUTION: The printer weighs 47.7 kg (105 lb) and
requires at least two people to lift it safely.
1 Have someone help you lift the
printer out of the box.
Use the handholds on the front
and rear of the printer.
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Set up the printer and paper handling options
2 Have someone help you place the
printer in the location you have
chosen.
If you are installing the printer on
an optional drawer or a duplex
unit, align the positioning posts on
the option with the holes in the
printer. Make sure the printer is
seated securely on the option.
3 Remove any tape or packing
material from the outside of the
printer.
4 If you purchased an output
expander or mailbox, continue with
this chapter.
Otherwise, skip to Step 3: “Set up
the print supplies” on page 14.
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Set up the printer and paper handling options
Installing an output expander Your printer supports an optional output
expander that lets you stack up to 650
sheets of paper in one bin.
Note: After you unpack the output expander, install it
immediately. Otherwise, the edges of the mounting
brackets could damage tabletops or fabrics.
1 Unpack the output expander and
remove any packing material.
2 Remove the printer top cover.
Warning: The output expander tray is designed to hold
the weight of print material only. Do not use it as a shelf;
excess weight may cause it to disengage from the output
expander.
3 Align the mounting brackets on the
bottom of the output expander with
the slots in the top of the printer.
4 Lower the output expander into
place.
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5 Attach the printer top cover to the
output expander.
6 Attach the output expander paper
bail to the top cover.
7 Go to Step 3: “Set up the print
supplies” on page 14.
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Set up the printer and paper handling options
Installing a 5-bin mailbox Your printer supports a 5-bin mailbox that
lets you collate and stack up to 500
sheets of paper.
Note: After you unpack the mailbox, install it immediately.
Otherwise, the edges of the mounting brackets could
damage tabletops or fabrics.
1 Unpack the mailbox and remove
any packing material.
2 Remove the printer top cover.
Warning: The mailbox is designed to hold the weight of
print material only. Do not use it as a shelf; excess weight
may damage it.
3 Align the mounting brackets on the
bottom of the mailbox with the
slots in the top of the printer.
4 Lower the mailbox into place.
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5 Attach the printer top cover to the
mailbox.
6 Attach the mailbox paper bail to
the top cover.
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