Lexmark C790 User Manual

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C790 Series

User's Guide

January 2011 www.lexmark.com

Machine type(s):

5062

Model(s):

210, 230, 235

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Safety information.......................................................................................6

Learning about the printer...........................................................................8

Thank you for choosing this printer!.........................................................................................................8

Finding information about the printer......................................................................................................8

Selecting a location for the printer............................................................................................................9

Printer configurations.............................................................................................................................10

Understanding the printer control panel................................................................................................11

Understanding the home screen................................................................13

Understanding the home screen.............................................................................................................13

Using the touch-screen buttons..............................................................................................................14

Customizing the home screen.....................................................................17

Accessing the Embedded Web Server.....................................................................................................17

Activating the home screen applications................................................................................................17

Exporting and importing a configuration using the Embedded Web Server...........................................19

Additional printer setup.............................................................................21

Installing internal options........................................................................................................................21

Order of installation................................................................................................................................39

Installing optional trays...........................................................................................................................39

Supported finishing features...................................................................................................................40

Attaching cables......................................................................................................................................42

Verifying printer setup............................................................................................................................43

Setting up the printer software...............................................................................................................44

Setting up wireless printing.....................................................................................................................45

Installing the printer on a wired network...............................................................................................51

Changing port settings after installing a new network Internal Solutions Port......................................53

Setting up serial printing.........................................................................................................................54

Minimizing your printer's environmental impact........................................56

Saving paper and toner...........................................................................................................................56

Saving energy..........................................................................................................................................57

Recycling..................................................................................................................................................59

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Loading paper and specialty media............................................................61

Setting the paper size and type...............................................................................................................61

Configuring Universal paper settings......................................................................................................61

Loading the standard or optional 550-sheet tray....................................................................................62

Loading the 2000-sheet high-capacity feeder.........................................................................................65

Loading the multipurpose feeder............................................................................................................67

Linking and unlinking trays......................................................................................................................69

Paper and specialty media guide................................................................72

Paper guidelines......................................................................................................................................72

Storing paper...........................................................................................................................................74

Supported paper sizes, types, and weights.............................................................................................75

Printing......................................................................................................78

Printing a document................................................................................................................................78

Printing from a flash drive.......................................................................................................................79

Printing specialty documents..................................................................................................................81

Printing confidential and other held jobs................................................................................................83

Printing information pages......................................................................................................................84

Canceling a print job................................................................................................................................85

Understanding printer menus....................................................................87

Menus list................................................................................................................................................87

Supplies menu.........................................................................................................................................88

Paper menu.............................................................................................................................................89

Reports menu........................................................................................................................................101

Network/Ports menu.............................................................................................................................102

Security menu.......................................................................................................................................115

Settings menu........................................................................................................................................119

Help menu.............................................................................................................................................143

Securing the printer hard disk and other installed memory......................145

Statement of Volatility..........................................................................................................................145

Erasing volatile memory........................................................................................................................146

Erasing non-volatile memory................................................................................................................146

Erasing printer hard disk memory.........................................................................................................147

Configuring printer hard disk encryption..............................................................................................148

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Maintaining the printer............................................................................150

Cleaning the exterior of the printer......................................................................................................150

Cleaning the printhead lenses...............................................................................................................150

Storing supplies.....................................................................................................................................151

Checking the status of supplies.............................................................................................................152

Ordering supplies..................................................................................................................................152

Replacing supplies.................................................................................................................................154

Moving the printer................................................................................................................................158

Administrative support............................................................................160

Finding advanced networking and administrator information.............................................................160

Using the Embedded Web Server.........................................................................................................160

Checking the virtual display...................................................................................................................160

Checking the status of the printer............................................................................................. ............160

Setting up e-mail alerts.........................................................................................................................161

Viewing reports.....................................................................................................................................161

Restoring factory default settings.........................................................................................................162

Clearing jams............................................................................................163

Avoiding jams........................................................................................................................................163

Understanding jam numbers and locations..........................................................................................163

200 paper jam.......................................................................................................................................165

201 paper jam.......................................................................................................................................165

202–203 paper jams..............................................................................................................................166

230 paper jam.......................................................................................................................................167

231–239 paper jams..............................................................................................................................168

24x paper jam........................................................................................................................................168

250 paper jam.......................................................................................................................................169

400–403 and 460–461 paper jams........................................................................................................170

431–454, and 456–458 paper jams.......................................................................................................171

455 staple jam.......................................................................................................................................171

Troubleshooting.......................................................................................174

Checking an unresponsive printer.........................................................................................................174

Understanding printer messages..........................................................................................................174

Solving printing problems.....................................................................................................................189

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Solving home screen applications problems.........................................................................................193

Solving option problems........................................................................................................................193

Solving paper feed problems.................................................................................................................196

Solving print quality problems..............................................................................................................197

Solving color quality problems..............................................................................................................208

Embedded Web Server does not open.................................................................................................211

Contacting customer support................................................................................................................211

Notices.....................................................................................................212

Product information..............................................................................................................................212

Edition notice........................................................................................................................................212

Power consumption..............................................................................................................................216

Index........................................................................................................227

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Safety information

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.

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—POTENTIAL INJURY: The lithium battery in this product is not intended to be replaced. There is a danger of explosion if a lithium battery is incorrectly replaced. Do not recharge, disassemble, or incinerate a lithium battery. Discard used lithium batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions and local regulations.

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.

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.

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CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: 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.

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of equipment instability, load each paper drawer or tray separately. Keep all other drawers or trays closed until needed.

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’s Guide 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 (depending on your

printer model)

• Caring for and maintaining the printer

• Troubleshooting and solving problems

Instructions for:

• Installing the printer using Guided or Advanced wireless setup

• Connecting the printer to an Ethernet or a wireless network

• Troubleshooting printer connection problems

Setup documentation—The setup documentation came with the printer and is also available on the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark.com.

User's Guide—The User's Guide is available on the Software and Documentation CD.

For updates, check 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.

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What are you looking for? Find it here

Help using the printer software Windows or Mac Help—Open a printer software program

or application, and then click Help.

Click

Notes:

to view context-sensitive information.

• The Help installs automatically with the printer

software.

• The printer software is located in the printer

Program folder or on the desktop, depending on your operating system.

Latest supplemental information, updates, and tec hnical support:

• Documentation

• Driver downloads

• Live chat support

• E-mail support

• Telephone 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 support so they may serve you faster:

• Machine Type number

• Serial number

• Date purchased

• Store where purchased

Warranty information Warranty 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 too. It is important to:

• Make sure airflow in the room meets the latest revision of the ASHRAE 62 standard or the CEN Technical Committee

156 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

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– Clean, dry, and free of dust

• Allow the following recommended amount of space around the printer for proper ventilation:

1 152.4 mm (6.0 in.)

2 101.6 mm (4.0 in.)

3 609.6 mm (24.0 in.)

4 381 mm (15.0 in.)

5 304.8 mm (12.0 in.)

Printer configurations

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.

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You can configure your basic printer by adding optional trays.

1 Standard exit bin

2 Wire bail

3 Printer control panel

4 Standard 550-sheet tray

5 Optional 550-sheet tray

6 Optional 2000-sheet high-capacity feeder

7 Multipurpose feeder

Understanding the printer control panel

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Item Description

1 Display Shows the status of the printer

2 Home Lets you navigate back to the home screen

3 Keypad Allows you to enter numbers, letters, or symbols on the printer

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Item Description

4 Sleep Enables Sleep Mode or Hibernate Mode

The following are the statuses of the indicator light and the Sleep button:

• Entering or waking from Sleep Mode—The indicator light is illuminated solid green, Sleep button

is unilluminated.

• Operating in Sleep Mode—The indicator light is illuminated solid green, Sleep button is

illuminated solid amber.

• Entering or waking from Hibernate Mode—The indicator light is illuminated solid green, Sleep

button is illuminated blinking amber.

• Operating in Hibernate Mode—The indicator light is unilluminated, Sleep button is blinking

amber for 1/10 of a second, then go completely unilluminated for 1.9 seconds in pulsing pattern.

The following actions wake the printer from Sleep Mode:

• Touching the screen or any hard button presses.

• Opening an input tray, cover, or door.

• Sending a print job from the computer.

• Performing a Power On Reset (POR) with the main power switch.

5 Indicator light Off—The printer 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.

6 Stop/Cancel Stops all printer activity

Note: A list of options is displayed once Stopped appears on the display.

7 USB port Allows you to connect a USB Bluetooth adapter, or a flash drive to the printer

Note: Only the front USB port supports flash drives.

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Understanding the home screen

When the printer is turned on, the display shows a basic screen, referred to as the home screen. Use the home screen buttons and icons to initiate an action.

Note: Your home screen, icons, and the buttons may vary depending on your home screen customization settings, administrative setup, and active embedded solutions.

1 2 3

Touch To

1 Change Language Change the primary language of the printer.

2 Bookmarks Create, organize, and save a set of bookmarks (URLs) into a tree view of folders and file

links.

Note: The tree view does not include bookmarks created within Forms and Favorites, and the ones in the tree are not usable from within Forms and Favorites.

3 Held Jobs Display all current held jobs.

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4 USB or USB Thumbdrive View, select, or print photos and documents from a flash drive.

Note: This icon appears only when you return to the home screen while a memory card

or flash drive is connected to the printer.

5 Menus Access printer menus.

Note: These menus are available only when the printer is in the Ready state.

6 Status message bar

• Show the current printer status such as Ready or Busy.

• Show printer conditions such as Fuser missing or Cartridge Low.

• Show intervention messages and the instructions on how to clear them.

7 Status/Supplies

• Display a warning or error message whenever the printer requires intervention to

continue processing.

• Access the messages screen for more information on the message, and how to clear

it.

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Touch To

8 Tips Open a context-sensitive Help information on the touch screen.

This may also appear on the home screen:

Touch To

Search Held Jobs Search current held jobs.

Using the touch-screen buttons

Note: Your home screen, icons, and buttons may vary depending on your home screen customization settings,

administrative setup, and active embedded solutions.

Sample touch screen

1 2 3 4

Touch To

1 Up arrow Scroll up.

2 Delete folder Delete the file you selected.

3 Left arrow Scroll to the left.

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Touch To

4 Right arrow Scroll to the right.

5 Right scroll increase Scroll to another value in increasing order.

6 Left scroll decrease Scroll to another value in decreasing order.

7 Down arrow Scroll down.

8 Accept Save a setting.

9 Cancel

• Cancel an action or a selection.

• Cancel out a screen and return to the previous screen.

10 Back Navigate back to the previous screen.

Other touch-screen buttons

Touch To

Exit Exit from the current screen to the home screen.

Radio button Select or clear an item.

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Features

Feature Description

Menu trail line: Menus > Settings > Print Settings >

Number of Copies

Attendance message alert If an attendance message affects a function, then this icon appears and the red

Warning If an error condition occurs, then this icon appears.

A menu trail line is located at the top of each menu screen. This feature acts as a trail, showing the path taken to arrive at the current menu. It gives the exact location within the menus.

Number of Copies is not underlined since this is the current screen. If you touch an underlined word on the Number of Copies screen before the Number of Copies is set and saved, then the selection is not saved, and does not become the default setting.

indicator light blinks.

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Customizing the home screen

Notes:

• Your home screen, icons, and buttons may vary depending on your home screen customization settings,

administrative setup, and active embedded applications. Some applications are supported only on select printer models.

• There may be additional solutions and applications available for purchase. To learn more, visit

www.lexmark.com. Or, inquire at your point of purchase.

Accessing the Embedded Web Server

Type your printer IP address or host name in the address field of your Web browser.

Note: If you do not know the IP address or host name of the printer, then you can:

• View the information on the printer control panel home screen, or in the TCP/IP section under the Network/Ports

menu.

• Print a network setup page or menu settings page, and then locate the information in the TCP/IP section.

Showing or hiding icons on the home screen

1 From the Embedded Web Server, click Settings > General Settings > Home screen customization.

A list of basic printer functions appears.

2 Select the check boxes to specify which icons appear on the printer home screen.

Cleared check box items are hidden.

3 Click Submit.

Activating the home screen applications

For detailed information about configuring and using home screen applications, visit the Lexmark Web site at

http://support.lexmark.com.

Background and Idle Screen

Icon Description

The application lets you customize the background and idle screen of your printer home screen.

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To change the background of the printer home screen using the printer control panel, do the following:

1 From the home screen, navigate to:

Change Background > select background to use

2 Touch .

Forms and Favorites

Icon Description

The application helps you simplify and streamline work processes by letting you quickly find and print frequently used online forms directly from the home screen. For example, you can print the latest version of a form exactly when you need it. This eliminates inventories of printed forms that can easily become outdated.

Note: The printer must have permission to access the network folder, FTP site, or Web site where the bookmark is stored. From the computer where the bookmark is stored, use sharing, security, and firewall settings to allow the printer at least a read access. For help, see the documentation that came with your operating system.

To configure Forms and Favorites, do the following:

1 From the Embedded Web Server, click Settings > Device Solutions > Solutions (eSF) > Forms and Favorites.

2 Define the bookmarks, and then customize the settings.

3 Click Apply.

To use the application, touch Forms and Favorites on the home screen, and then navigate through form categories, or search for forms based on a form number, name, or description.

Eco-Settings

Icon Description

The application lets you easily manage energy consumption, noise, toner, and paper usage settings to help reduce the environmental impact of your printer.

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Showroom

Icon Description

The application lets you create and display a customized slide show on the touch screen of your printer. You can specify how long each slide is displayed, and images can be loaded either from a flash drive or through the printer Embedded Web Server.

Remote Operator Panel

This application shows the printer control panel on your computer screen and lets you interact with the printer control panel, even when you are not physically near the printer. From your computer screen, you can view the printer status, release held print jobs, create bookmarks, and do other print-related tasks you might normally do while standing at the printer.

To activate Remote Operator Panel, do the following:

1 From the Embedded Web Server, click Settings > Device Solutions > Solutions (eSF) > Remote Operator Panel.

2 Select the Enabled check box, and then customize the settings.

3 Click Apply.

To use Remote Operator Panel, from the Embedded Web Server, click Applications > Remote Operator Panel > Launch VNC Applet.

Exporting and importing a configuration using the Embedded Web Server

You can export configuration settings into a text file that can then be imported and used to apply the settings to one or more additional printers.

Exporting a configuration

1 From the Embedded Web Server, click Settings or Configuration.

2 Click Device Solutions > Solutions (eSF), or click Embedded Solutions.

3 From Installed Solutions, click the name of the application you want to configure.

4 Click Configure > Export.

5 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to save the configuration file, and then enter a unique file name or

use the default name.

Note: If a JVM Out of Memory error occurs, then repeat the export until the configuration file is saved.

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Importing a configuration

1 From the Embedded Web Server, click Settings or Configuration.

2 Click Device Solutions > Solutions (eSF), or click Embedded Solutions.

3 From Installed Solutions, click the name of the application you want to configure.

4 Click Configure > Import.

5 Browse to the saved configuration file, and then load or preview it.

Note: If a timeout occurs and a blank screen appears, then refresh the browser, and then click Apply.

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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.

Available internal options

• Memory cards – Printer memory – Flash memory – Fonts

• Firmware cards – Bar Code – PrintCryption

• Printer hard disk

• Lexmark – RS-232-C Serial ISP – Parallel 1284-B ISP – MarkNet – MarkNet N8130 10/100 Fiber ISP – MarkNet N8120 10/100/1000 Ethernet ISP

Internal Solutions Ports (ISP)

N8250 802.11 b/g/n Wireless ISP

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Using the security lock feature

The printer is equipped with a security lock feature. When a lock compatible with most laptop computers is attached, the printer is locked. Once locked, the metal plate and the system board cannot be removed. Attach a security lock to the printer in the location shown.

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Accessing the system board

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory

Note: This task requires a flathead screwdriver.

1 Open the cover.

2 Remove the metal panel.

a Turn the screws on the panel counterclockwise to remove them.

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b Shift the metal panel to the left to disengage the hooks, then pull forward to remove it.

3 Use the following illustration to locate the appropriate connectors.

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 Memory card connector

2 Firmware and flash memory card connectors

3 Internal print server connector

4 Hard disk connector

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4 Reattach the system board cover.

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.

a Reinstall the hooks on the left side of the metal panel into the slots on the system board cage, and then shift

to the right.

b Align and then turn each screw clockwise to tighten.

c Close the cover.

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Installing a memory card

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory

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.

1 Access the system board.

For more information, see “Accessing the system board” on page 23.

Note: This task requires a flathead screwdriver.

2 Unpack the memory card.

Note: Avoid touching the connection points along the edge of the card.

3 On the system board, open the memory card connector latches.

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4 Align the notches on the memory card to the ridges on the connector.

1 Notch

2 Ridge

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 car d. Only one of each may be installed, but the connectors are interchangeable.

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 Plastic pins

2 Metal pins

4 Push the card firmly into place.

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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 Solutions Port

The system board supports one optional Lexmark Internal Solutions Port (ISP).

Note: This task requires a flathead screwdriver.

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory

1 Access the system board.

For more information, see “Accessing the system board” on page 23.

2 Unpack the ISP and plastic tee.

Note: Avoid touching the components on the card.

3 Locate the appropriate connector on the system board.

4 Remove the printer hard disk.

For more information, see “Removing a printer hard disk” on page 38.

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5 Remove the metal cover from the ISP opening.

6 Align the posts of the plastic tee to the holes on the system board, and press down until the tee clicks into place.

Be sure each post of the tee has latched completely, and the tee is seated firmly on the system board.

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7 Install the ISP on the plastic tee. Angle the ISP over the plastic tee, and then slant it toward the plastic tee so that

any overhanging connectors will pass through the ISP opening in the system board cage.

8 Lower the ISP toward the plastic tee until the ISP is seated between the guides of the plastic tee.

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9 Insert the long thumbscrew and turn it clockwise, enough to hold the ISP in place, but do not yet tighten the

thumbscrew.

10 Attach the two provided screws to secure the ISP mounting bracket to the system board cage.

11 Tighten the long thumbscrew.

Warning—Potential Damage: Do not overtighten the thumbscrew.

12 Insert the plug of the ISP interface cable into the receptacle of the system board.

Note: The plugs and receptacles are color-coded.

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13 Reattach the system board cover.

Installing a printer hard disk

Note: This task requires a flathead screwdriver.

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory

1 Access the system board.

For more information, see “Accessing the system board” on page 23.

2 Unpack the printer hard disk.

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3 Locate the appropriate connector on the system board.

Note: If an optional ISP is currently installed, then the printer hard disk must be installed onto the ISP.

To install a printer hard disk onto the ISP:

a Using a flathead screwdriver, loosen the screws.

b Remove the screws attached to the printer hard disk mounting bracket, and then remove the bracket.

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c Align the standoffs of the printer hard disk to the holes in the ISP, and then press down on the printer hard disk

until the standoffs are in place.

d Insert the plug of the printer hard disk interface cable into the receptacle of the ISP.

Note: The plugs and receptacles are color-coded.

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To install a printer hard disk directly on the system board:

a Align the standoffs of the printer hard disk to the holes in the system board, and then press down on the printer

hard disk until the standoffs are in place.

b Use the two provided screws to attach the printer hard disk mounting bracket.

c Insert the plug of the printer hard disk interface cable into the receptacle of the system board.

Note: The plugs and receptacles are color-coded.

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4 Reattach the system board cover.

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Removing a printer hard disk

Note: This task requires a flathead screwdriver.

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.

For more information, see “Accessing the system board” on page 23.

2 Unplug the printer hard disk interface cable from the system board, leaving the cable attached to the printer hard

disk. To unplug the cable, squeeze the paddle at the plug of the interface cable to disengage the latch before pulling the cable out.

3 Remove the screws while holding the printer hard disk in place, and then remove the printer hard disk.

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4 Set the printer hard disk aside.

5 Reattach the system board cover.

Order of installation

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more trained

personnel to lift it safely.

Install the printer and any options you have purchased in the following order:

• Caster base

• Optional spacer

• Optional 550-sheet trays or 2,000-sheet high-capacity feeder

• Standard 550-sheet trays

• Printer

For information on installing a caster base, a 550- or 2,000-sheet optional tray, spacer, or any of the finishers, see the setup documentation that came with the option.

Installing optional trays

The printer supports the following optional input sources:

• 550-sheet tray

• 2,000-sheet high-capacity feeder

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—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, then you may need additional furniture. For more information, see www.lexmark.com/multifunctionprinters.

1 Unpack the optional tray, and then remove all packing material.

2 Place the tray near the printer.

3 Turn the printer off.

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4 Align the printer with the tray, and then lower the printer into place.

Note: Optional trays lock together when stacked. When necessary, remove stacked trays one at a time from the

top down.

1 Standard 550-sheet tray (Tray 1)

2 Optional 550-sheet trays

5 Turn the printer back on.

6 Set the printer software to recognize the optional input source.

For more information, see “Updating available options in the printer driver” on page 45.

Supported finishing features

The printer supports the following finishing features:

• 500-Sheet Offset Stacker

• 500-Sheet Staple Finisher

• 500-Sheet Staple, Hole Punch Finisher

• 5-bin mailbox

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1 Standard bin

2 Finisher bin

Standard bin

• The paper capacity is 500 sheets.

• Finishing options are not supported in this bin.

• Envelopes are routed here.

Finisher bin

• The paper capacity is 500 sheets.

• Envelopes, A5, A6 and statement paper sizes are not supported in this bin.

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Finishing features

Paper size Two-hole punch Three- or four-hole

punch

A5 X X X

Executive

Folio X

JIS B5

Legal

Letter

Statement X X

Universal X X

Envelopes (any size) X X X

Oficio

5-bin mailbox 500-Sheet Staple

Finisher

Attaching cables

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: Do not set up this product or make any electrical or cabling connections, such as a

power cord, a fax feature, or USB cable, during a lightning storm.

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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1 USB port

Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the USB cable, any network adapter, or the printer in the area shown

while actively printing. A loss of data or a malfunction can occur.

2 Ethernet port

Verifying printer setup

Once all hardware and software options are installed and the printer is turned on, verify that the printer is set up correctly by printing the following:

• Menu settings page—Use this 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.

• Network setup page—If your printer is a network model and is attached to a network, print a network setup page

to verify the network connection. This page also provides important information that aids network printing configuration.

Printing a menu settings page

From the home screen, navigate to:

> Reports > Menu Settings Page

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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 From the home screen, navigate to:

> Reports > Network Setup Page

2 Check the first section of the network setup page, and confirm that the status is Connected.

If the status is Not Connected, then the LAN drop may not be a ctive, or the networ k 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

Note: If you installed the printer software on this computer before but need to reinstall the software, then uninstall

the current software first.

For Windows users

1 Close all open software programs.

2 Insert the installation software CD.

If the installation dialog screen does not appear after a minute, then launch the CD manually:

a Click , or click Start and then click Run.

b In the Start Search or Run box, type D:\setup.exe, where D is the letter of your CD or DVD drive.

c Press Enter, or click OK.

3 Click Install, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen.

For Macintosh users

1 Close all open applications.

2 Insert the installation software CD.

If the installation dialog does not appear after a minute, then click the CD icon on the desktop.

3 Double-click the software installer package, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Using the Internet

1 Go to the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.

2 Navigate to:

SUPPORT & DOWNLOADS > select your printer > select your operating system

3 Download the driver and install the printer software.

Note: Updated printer software may be available at http://support.lexmark.com.

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Updating available options in the printer driver

Once the printer software and any options are installed, it may be necessary to manually add the options in the printer driver to make them available for print jobs.

For Windows users

1 Open the printers folder:

a Click , or click Start and then click Run.

b In the Start Search or Run box, type control printers.

c Press Enter, or click OK.

2 Select the printer.

3 Right-click the printer, and then select Properties.

4 Click the Configuration tab.

5 Click Update Now - Ask Printer or manually add any installed hardware options under Configuration Options.

6 Click Apply.

For Macintosh users

In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later

From the Apple menu, navigate to:

System Preferences > Print & Fax > select your printer > Options & Supplies > Driver

2 Add any installed hardware options, and then click OK.

In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier

From the Finder, navigate to:

Go > Applications > Utilities

2 Double-click Printer Setup Utility or Print Center.

3 Select your printer.

4 From the Printers menu, choose Show Info.

5 Add any installed hardware options, and then click Apply Changes.

Setting up wireless printing

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.

Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network

Note: Do not connect the installation or network cables until prompted to do so by the setup software.

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• SSID—The SSID is also referred to as the network name.

• Wireless Mode (or Network Mode)—The mode will be either infrastructure or ad hoc.

• Channel (for ad hoc networks)—The channel defaults to auto for infrastructure networks.

Some ad hoc networks will also require the auto setting. Check with your system support person if you are not sure which channel to select.

• Security Method—There are three basic options for Security Method: – WEP key

If your network uses more than one WEP key, 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 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.

– 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.

If you are installing the printer on an 802.1X network using the Advanced method, then you may need the following:

• Authentication type

• Inner authentication type

• 802.1X username and password

• Certificates

Note: For more information on configuring 802.1X security, see the Networking Guide on the Software and Documentation CD.

Installing the printer on a wireless network (Windows)

Before installing the printer on a wireless network, make sure:

• Your wireless network is set up and working properly.

• The computer you are using is connected to the same wireless network where you want to set up the printer.

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1 Connect the power cable to the printer and then to a properly grounded electrical outlet, and then turn the printer

on.

Make sure the printer and computer are fully on and ready.

Do not connect the USB cable until instructed to do so on the computer screen.

2 Insert the Software and Documentation CD.

3 Click Install, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen.

4 Select Wireless connection when asked to choose a connection type.

5 From the Wireless Configuration dialog, select Guided Setup (Recommended).

Note: Choose Advanced Setup only if you want to customize your installation.

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6 Temporarily connect a USB cable between the computer on the wireless network and the printer.

Note: After the printer is configured, the software will instruct you to disconnect the temporary USB cable so you

can print wirelessly.

7 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Note: For more information on allowing other computers on the network to use the wireless printer, see the Networking

Guide.

Installing the printer on a wireless network (Macintosh)

Make sure to disconnect the Ethernet cable when installing the printer on a wireless network.

Prepare to configure the printer

1 Connect the power cable to the printer and then to a properly grounded electrical outlet, and then turn the printer

on.

2 Locate the printer MAC address.

a From the home screen, navigate to:

> Reports > Network Setup Page

b In the Standard Network Card section, look for UAA (MAC).

Note: You will need this information later.

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Enter the printer information

1 Access the AirPort options:

In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later

From the Apple menu, navigate to:

System Preferences > Network > AirPort

In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier

From the Finder, navigate to:

Applications > Internet Connect > AirPort

2 From the Network Name pop-up menu, select print server [yyyyyy], where the y's are the last six digits of the MAC

address located on the MAC address sheet.

3 Open a Web browser.

4 From the Bookmarks menu, select Show or Show All Bookmarks.

5 Under COLLECTIONS, select Bonjour or Rendezvous, and then double-click the printer name.

Note: The application referred to as Rendezvous in Mac OS X version 10.2 is now called Bonjour by Apple Inc.

6 From the Embedded Web Server, navigate to where the wireless settings information are stored.

Configure the printer for wireless access

1 Type the network name (SSID) in the appropriate field.

2 Select Infrastructure as your Network Mode setting if you are using an access point (wireless router).

3 Select the type of security you want to use to protect your wireless network.

4 Enter the security information necessary for the printer to connect to the wireless network.

5 Click Submit.

6 Open the AirPort application on your computer:

In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later

From the Apple menu, navigate to:

System Preferences > Network > AirPort

In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier

From the Finder, navigate to:

Applications > Internet Connect > AirPort

7 From the Network pop-up menu, select the name of your wireless network.

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Configure your computer to use the printer wirelessly

To print on a network printer, each Macintosh user must install a custom printer driver file and create a print queue in the Printer Setup Utility or Print Center.

1 Install a printer driver file on the computer:

a Insert the Software and Documentation CD, and then double-click the installer package for the printer.

b Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

c Select a destination, and then click Continue.

d From the Easy Install screen, click Install.

e Type the user password, and then click OK.

All necessary applications are installed in the computer.

f Click Close when installation is complete.

2 Add the printer:

a For IP printing:

In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later

From the Apple menu, navigate to:

System Preferences > Print & Fax

2 Click +, and then click the IP tab. 3 Type the IP address of the printer in the address field, and then click Add.

In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier

From the Finder, navigate to:

Applications > Utilities

2 Double-click Printer Setup Utility or Print Center. 3 From the Printer List, choose Add, and then click IP Printer. 4 Type the IP address of the printer in the address field, and then click Add.

b For AppleTalk printing:

Note: Make sure AppleTalk is activated on your printer.

In Mac OS X version 10.5

From the Apple menu, navigate to:

System Preferences > Print & Fax

2 Click +, and then navigate to:

AppleTalk > select the printer from the list > Add

In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier

From the Finder, navigate to:

Applications > Utilities

2 Double-click Printer Setup Utility or Print Center. 3 From the Printer List, click Add. 4 Click Default Browser tab > More Printers. 5 From the first pop-up menu, select AppleTalk.

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6 From the second pop-up menu, select Local AppleTalk Zone. 7 Select the printer from the list, and then click Add.

Installing the printer on a wired network

These instructions apply to Ethernet and fiber optic network connections.

Note: Make sure you have completed the initial setup of the printer.

For Windows users

1 Insert the Software and Documentation CD.

If the installation screen does not appear after a minute, then launch the CD manually:

a Click , or click Start and then click Run.

b In the Start Search or Run box, type D:\setup.exe, where D is the letter of the CD or DVD drive.

c Press Enter, or click OK.

2 Click Install, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Note: To configure the printer using a static IP address, IPv6, or scripts, select Advanced Options > Administrator Tools.

3 Select Ethernet connection, and then click Continue.

4 Attach the appropriate cable to the computer and to the printer when instructed to do so.

5 Select the printer from the list, and then click Continue.

Note: If the configured printer does not appear on the list, then click Modify Search.

6 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

For Macintosh users

1 Allow the network DHCP server to assign an IP address to the printer.

2 Obtain the printer IP address. You can:

a View the information on the printer control panel home screen, or in the TCP/IP section under the

Networks/Ports menu.

b Print a network setup page or menu settings page and locate the information in the TCP/IP section.

Note: You will need the IP address if you are configuring access for computers on a different subnet than the

printer.

3 Install the printer drivers, and then add the printer.

a Install a printer driver file on the computer:

1 Insert the Software and Documentation CD, and then double-click the installer package for the printer. 2 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. 3 Select a destination, and then click Continue. 4 From the Easy Install screen, click Install.

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5 Type the user password, and then click OK.

All the necessary applications are installed in the computer.

6 Click Close when installation is complete.

b Add the printer:

• For IP printing:

In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later

1 From the Apple menu, navigate to:

System Preferences > Print & Fax

2 Click +, and then click the IP tab. 3 Type the printer IP address in the address field, and then click Add.

In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier

1 From the Finder, navigate to:

Applications > Utilities

2 Double-click Printer Setup Utility or Print Center. 3 From the Printer List, click Add, and then click IP Printer. 4 Type in the printer IP address in the address field, and then click Add.

• For AppleTalk printing:

Note: Make sure AppleTalk is activated on your printer.

In Mac OS X version 10.5

1 From the Apple menu, navigate to:

System Preferences > Print & Fax

2 Click +, and then navigate to:

AppleTalk > select the printer from the list > Add

In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier

1 From the Finder, navigate to:

Applications > Utilities

2 Double-click Printer Setup Utility or Print Center. 3 From the Printer List, click Add. 4 Click Default Browser tab > More Printers. 5 From the first pop-up menu, select AppleTalk. 6 From the second pop-up menu, select Local AppleTalk Zone. 7 Select the printer from the list, and then click Add.

Note: If the printer does not show up in the list, then you may need to add it using the IP address. For more

information, contact your system support person.

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Changing port settings after installing a new network Internal Solutions Port

When a new Lexmark Internal Solutions Port (ISP) is installed in the printer, the printer configurations on computers that access the printer must be updated since the printer will be assigned a new IP address. All computers that access the printer must be updated with this new IP address.

Notes:

• If the printer has a static IP address, then you do not need to make any changes to the computer configurations.

• If the computers are configured to use network name that will stay the same, instead of by IP address, then you

do not need to make any changes to your computer configurations.

• If you are adding a wireless ISP to a printer previously configured for a wired connection, then make sure the wired

network is disconnected when you configure the printer to operate wirelessly. If the wired connection remains connected, then the wireless configuration will complete, but the wireless ISP will not be active. In the event that the printer was configured for a wireless ISP while still attached to a wired connection, disconnect the wired connection, turn the printer off, and then turn the printer back on again. This will enable the wireless ISP.

• Only one network connection at a time is active. If you want to switch the connection type between wired and

wireless, you must first turn the printer off, connect the cable (to switch to a wired connection) or disconnect the cable (to switch to a wireless connection), and then turn the printer on.

For Windows users

1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

If you do not know the IP address of the printer, you can:

• View the IP address on the printer control panel in the TCP/IP section under the Networks/Ports menu.

• Print a network setup page or the menu settings pages and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2 Click , or click Start and then click Run.

3 In the Start Search or Run box, type control printers.

4 Press Enter, or click OK.

The printer folder opens.

5 Locate the printer that has changed.

Note: If there is more than one copy of the printer, then update all of them with the new IP address.

6 Right-click the printer.

7 Click Properties > Ports tab.

8 Select the port from the list, and then click Configure Port.

9 Type the new IP address in the “Printer Name or IP Address” field.

10 Click OK > Close.

For Macintosh users

1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

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If you do not know the IP address of the printer, you can:

• View the IP address on the printer control panel in the TCP/IP section under the Networks/Ports menu.

• Print a network setup page or the menu settings pages and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

Note: You will need the IP address if you are configuring access for computers on a different subnet than the printer.

2 Add the printer:

• For IP printing:

In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later

a From the Apple menu, navigate to:

System Preferences > Print & Fax

b Click +, and then click the IP tab. c Type the IP address of your printer in the Address field, and then click Add.

In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier

a From the Finder, navigate to:

Applications > Utilities

b Double-click Printer Setup Utility or Print Center. c From the Printer List, click Add, and then click IP Printer. d Type the IP address of your printer in the Address field, and then click Add.

• For AppleTalk printing:

Note: Make sure AppleTalk is activated on your printer.

In Mac OS X version 10.5

a From the Apple menu, navigate to:

System Preferences > Print & Fax

b Click +, and then navigate to:

AppleTalk > select the printer from the list > Add

In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier

a From the Finder, navigate to:

Applications > Utilities

b Double-click Printer Setup Utility or Print Center. c From the Printer List, click Add. d Click the Default Browser tab > More Printers. e From the first pop-up menu, select AppleTalk.

f From the second pop-up menu, select Local AppleTalk Zone.

g Select the printer from the list, and then click Add.

Setting up serial printing

In serial printing, data is transferred one bit at a time. Although serial printing is usually slower than parallel printing, it is the preferred option when there is a great deal of distance between the printer and computer or when an interface with a better transfer rate is not available.

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After installing the serial or communication (COM) port, configure the printer and the computer so they can communicate. Make sure you have connected the serial cable to the COM port on your printer.

1 Set the parameters in the printer:

a From the printer control panel, navigate to the menu with port settings.

b Locate the menu with serial port settings.

c Make any necessary changes to the serial settings.

d Save the new settings, and then print a menu settings page.

2 Install the printer driver:

a Insert the Software and Documentation CD.

If the installation screen does not appear after a minute, then launch the CD manually::

1 Click , or click Start and then click Run. 2 In the Start Search or Run box, type D:\setup.exe, where D is the letter of the CD or DVD drive. 3 Press Enter, or click OK.

b Click Advanced Options > Custom Install.

c Follow the instructions on the computer screen

d From the Configure Printer Connection dialog, select Connect through a port discovered on your computer,

and then select a port.

e If the port is not in the list, then click Refresh.

Navigate to:

Add port > select a port type > enter necessary information > OK

f Click Continue.

1 If you want to add another printer, then click Add Another. 2 If you want to make changes, then select a printer, and then click Edit. 3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

g Click Finish.

3 Set the COM port parameters:

After installing the printer driver, set the serial parameters in the COM port assigned to the printer driver.

Note: Make sure the serial parameters in the COM port match the serial parameters you set in the printer.

a Open the Device Manager.

1 Click , or click Start and then click Run. 2 In the Start Search or Run box, type devmgmt.msc. 3 Press Enter, or click OK.

b Look for Ports, and then click + to expand the list of available ports.

c Right-click the COM port where you attached the serial cable to your computer (example: COM1).

d Click Properties.

e On the Port Settings tab, set the serial parameters to the same serial parameters in the printer.

Check the serial heading of the menu settings page for the printer settings.

f Click OK, and then close all the windows.

g Print a test page to verify printer installation.

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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

Studies show that as much as 80% of the carbon footprint of a printer is related to paper usage. You can significantly reduce your carbon footprint by using recycled paper and the following printing suggestions, such as printing on both sides of the paper and printing multiple pages on one side of a sheet of paper.

For information on how you can quickly save paper and energy using one printer setting, see “Using Eco-Mode” on page 57.

Using recycled paper

As an environmentally conscious company, Lexmark supports the use of recycled office paper produced specifically for use in laser printers. For more information on recycled papers that work well with your printer, see “Using recycled paper and other office papers” on page 74.

Conserving supplies

Use both sides of the paper

If your printer model supports duplex printing, you can control whether print appears on one or two sides of the paper by selecting 2-sided printing from the Print dialog or from the Lexmark Toolbar.

Place multiple pages on one sheet of paper

You can print up to 16 consecutive pages of a multiple-page document onto one side of a single sheet of paper by selecting a setting from the Multipage printing (N-Up) section of the Print dialog screen.

Check your first draft for accuracy

Before printing or making multiple copies of a document:

• Use the preview feature, which you can select from the Print dialog or from the Lexmark Toolbar to see how the

document will look like before you print it.

• Print one copy of the document to check its content and format for accuracy.

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Avoid paper jams

Correctly set the paper type and size to avoid paper jams. For more information, see “Avoiding jams” on page 163.

Print in black and white

To print all text and graphics using only the black print cartridge, set the printer to Black Only. For more information, see “Printing in black and white” on page 78.

Saving energy

Using Eco-Mode

1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

If you do not know the IP address of the printer, you can:

• View the IP address on the printer control panel in the TCP/IP section under the Networks/Ports menu.

• Print a network setup page or the menu settings pages and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2 Click Settings > General Settings > Eco-Mode > select a setting > Submit.

Choose To

Off Us e factory default settings for all settings associated with Eco-Mode. This setting supports the performance

specifications of your printer.

Energy Reduce energy use, especially when the printer is idle.

• The printer enters Sleep mode after one minute of inactivity.

• When the printer enters Sleep mode, the printer control panel display is turned off.

Energy/Paper Use all the settings associated with Energy mode and Paper mode.

Paper

• Enable the automatic duplex feature.

• Turn off print log features.

Reducing printer noise

To select a Quiet Mode setting using the Embedded Web Server:

1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

If you do not know the IP address of the printer, you can:

• View the IP address on the printer control panel in the TCP/IP section under the Networks/Ports menu.

• Print a network setup page or the menu settings pages and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2 Click Settings > General Settings > Quiet Mode > select a setting > Submit

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Choose To

Off

Note: Selecting Photo from the driver may disable Quiet Mode.

On Reduce printer noise.

Use factory default settings. This setting supports the performance specifications of your printer.

• Print jobs will process at reduced speed.

• Fans run at 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. The fax is placed in standby mode.

• The alarm control and cartridge alarm sounds are turned

off.

Adjusting Sleep Mode

To save energy, you can decrease the number of minutes before the printer enters Sleep Mode.

Available settings range from 1–240 minutes. The factory default setting is 30 minutes.

Using the Embedded Web Server

1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

If you do not know the IP address of the printer, you can:

• View the IP address on the printer control panel in the TCP/IP section under the Networks/Ports menu.

• Print a network setup page or the menu settings pages and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2 Click Settings > General Settings > Timeouts.

3 In the Sleep Mode field, enter the number of minutes you want the printer to wait before it enters Sleep Mode.

4 Click Submit.

Using the printer control panel

1 From the home screen, navigate to:

> Settings > General Settings > Timeouts > Sleep Mode

2 In the Sleep Mode field, select the number of minutes you want the printer to wait before it enters Sleep Mode.

3 Touch .

Using Hibernate Mode

Hibernate is an ultra-low power operating mode. When operating in Hibernate mode, all other systems and devices are powered down safely.

Using the Embedded Web Server

1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

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If you do not know the IP address of the printer, you can:

• View the IP address on the printer control panel in the TCP/IP section under the Networks/Ports menu.

• Print a network setup page or the menu settings pages and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2 Click Settings > General Settings > Sleep Button Settings.

3 From the Press Sleep Button or Press and Hold Sleep Button drop-down, select Hibernate.

4 Click Submit.

Using the printer control panel

1 From the home screen, navigate to:

> Settings > General Settings > Press Sleep Button or Press and Hold Sleep Button > Hibernate

2 Touch .

Adjusting the brightness of the display

To save energy, or if you are have trouble reading your display, adjust the brightness of the display.

Available settings range from 20–100. The factory default setting is 100.

Using the Embedded Web Server

1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

If you do not know the IP address of the printer, you can:

• View the IP address on the printer control panel in the TCP/IP section under the Networks/Ports menu.

• Print a network setup page or the menu settings pages and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2 Click Settings > General Settings.

3 In the Screen Brightness field, enter the brightness percentage you want for the display.

4 Click Submit.

Using the printer control panel

1 From the home screen, navigate to:

> Settings > General Settings

2 Touch the down arrow until Screen Brightness appears, and then select a setting.

3 Touch .

Recycling

Lexmark provides collection programs and environmentally progre ssi ve ap pro ac hes to recycl ing. For mor e inform ation, 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

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Recycling Lexmark products

To return Lexmark products for recycling:

1 Visit our Web site at 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 a Lexmark collection program may be recycled through your local

recycling center. Contact your local recycling center to determine the items they accept.

Recycling Lexmark packaging

Lexmark continually strives to minimize packaging. Less packaging helps to ensure that Lexmark printers ar e transported in the most efficient and environmentally sensitive manner and that there is less packaging to dispose of. These efficiencies result in fewer greenhouse emissions, energy savings, and natural resource savings.

Lexmark cartons are 100% recyclable where corrugated recycling facilities exist. Facilities may not exist in your area.

The foam used in Lexmark packaging is recyclable where foam recycling facilities exist. Facilities may not exist in your area.

When you return a cartridge to Lexmark, you can reuse the box that the cartridge came in. Lexmark will recycle the box.

Returning Lexmark cartridges for reuse or recycling

The Lexmark Cartridge Collection Program diverts millions of Lexmark cartridges from landfills annually by making it both easy and free for Lexmark customers to return used cartridges to Lexmark for reuse or recycling. One hundred percent of the empty cartridges returned to Lexmark are either reused or demanufactured for recycling. Boxes used to return the cartridges are also recycled.

To return Lexmark cartridges for reuse or recycling, follow the instructions that came with your printer or cartridge and use the pre-paid shipping label. You can also:

1 Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com/recycle.

2 From the Toner Cartridges section, select your country from the list.

3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

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Loading paper and specialty media

This section explains how to load the 550-sheet tray, an optional 2,000-sheet tray, a multipurpose feeder, and an optional 550-sheet specialty media drawer. It also includes information about paper orientation, setting the Paper Size and Paper Type, and linking and unlinking trays.

Setting the paper size and type

The Paper Size setting is automatically sensed according to the position of the paper guides in each tray except the multipurpose feeder. The Paper Size setting for the multipurpose feeder must be set manually from the Paper Size menu. The Paper Type setting must be set manually for all trays that do not contain plain paper.

From the home screen navigate to:

> Paper Menu > Paper Size/Type > select a tray > select the paper size or type >

The factory default Paper Type setting is Plain Paper.

Configuring Universal paper settings

The Universal Paper Size is a user-defined setting that lets you print on paper sizes that are not preset in the printer menus. Set the Paper Size for the specified tray to Universal when the size you want is not available from the Paper Size menu. Then, specify all of the following Universal size settings for your paper:

• Units of Measure

• Portrait Width

• Portrait Height

Notes:

• The largest supported Universal size is 216 x 1219 mm (8.5 x 48 in.).

• The smallest supported Universal size is 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.) and loaded in the multipurpose feeder only.

From the home screen, navigate to:

> Paper Menu > Universal Setup > Units of Measure > select unit of measure > Portrait Width or Portrait

Height > select width or height >

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Loading the standard or optional 550-sheet tray

The printer has one standard 550-sheet tray (Tray 1), and may have one or more optional 550-sheet trays. All 550-sheet trays support the same paper sizes and types.

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of equipment instability, load each paper drawer or tray separately. Keep all other drawers or trays closed until needed.

1 Pull the tray out.

Notice the size indicators on the bottom of the tray. Use these indicators to help position the length and width guides.

LTR

LGL

LTR LGL

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2 Squeeze and then slide the width guide to the correct position for the paper size you are loading.

3 Squeeze and then slide the length guide to the correct position for the paper size you are loading.

Note: The length guide has a locking device. To unlock, push the button on top of the length guide backward. To

lock, push the button forward when a length has been selected.

4 Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the edges on a level

surface.

5 Load the paper stack with the recommended print side faceup.

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Notes:

• Place the print side facedown for duplex printing.

• Place pre-punched paper with the holes toward the front of the tray.

• Place letterheads faceup with the header on the left side of the tray.

• Place letterheads facedown with the header on the right side of the tray for duplex printing.

• Make sure the paper is below the maximum fill line located on the edge of the paper tray. Overloading the tray

can cause paper jams and possible printer damage.

6 Insert the tray.

7 From the printer control panel, verify the Paper Size and Paper Type for the tray based on the paper you loaded.

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Loading the 2000-sheet high-capacity feeder

The high-capacity feeder can hold up to 2,000 sheets of A4-, letter-, or legal-size paper (80 g/m2 or 20 lb).

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of equipment instability, load each paper drawer or tray separately. Keep all other drawers or trays closed until needed.

1 Pull the tray out.

2 Adjust the width guide as necessary.

3 Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the edges on a level

surface.

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4 Load paper into the tray with the print side faceup.

ABC

Note: Make sure the paper is below the maximum fill line located on the edge of the paper tray. Overloading the tray can cause paper jams.

Notes:

• Place pre-punched paper with the holes toward the front of the tray.

• Place letterheads faceup with the header on the left side of the tray.

• Place letterheads facedown with the header on the right side of the tray for duplex printing.

5 Insert the tray.

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Loading the multipurpose feeder

The multipurpose feeder can hold several sizes and types of print media, such as transparencies, labels, card stock, and envelopes. It can be used for single-page or manual printing, or as an additional tray.

The multipurpose feeder can hold approximately:

• 100 sheets of 75-g/m

• 10 envelopes

• 75 transparencies

The multipurpose feeder accepts paper or specialty media within the following dimensions:

• Width—89 mm (3.5 in.) to 229 mm (9.02 in.)

• Length—127 mm (5 in.) to 1270 mm (50 in.)

Note: Maximum width and length can be applied only to short-edge feeding.

Note: Do not add or remove paper or specialty media when the printer is printing from the multipurpose feeder or

when the printer control panel indicator light is blinking. Doing so may cause a jam.

1 Pull down the multipurpose feeder door.

(20-lb) paper

2 For paper or specialty media that is longer than letter-size paper, gently pull the extension until it is fully extended.

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3 Flex the sheets of paper or specialty media back and forth to loosen them. Do not fold or crease them. Straighten

the edges on a level surface.

Paper

Envelopes

Transparencies

Note: Avoid scratching or touching the print side.

4 Push the paper pick tab, and then load the paper or specialty media. Slide the stack gently into the multipurpose

feeder until it comes to a stop, and then release the paper pick tab.

Warning—Potential Damage: Pulling the paper out, without pushing the paper pick tab first, may cause jams or the paper pick tab to break.

• Load paper and transparencies with the recommended print side facedown and the short edge entering the

printer first.

• For duplex letterhead printing, place the letterhead faceup and the header entering the printer last.

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• Load envelopes with the flap side up and to the right.

Warning—Potential Damage: Never use envelopes with stamps, clasps, snaps, windows, coated linings, or self-stick adhesives. These envelopes may severely damage the printer.

Notes:

• Do not exceed the maximum stack height by forcing paper or transparencies under the stack height limiter.

• Load only one size and type of paper at a time.

5 Adjust the width guide to lightly touch the edge of the stack. Make sure the paper or specialty media fits loosely in

the multipurpose feeder, lies flat, and is not bent or wrinkled.

6 From the printer control panel, set the Paper Size and Paper Type for the multipurpose feeder (MP Feeder Size and

MP Feeder Type) based on the paper or specialty media loaded.

Linking and unlinking trays

Linking trays

Tray linking is useful for large print jobs or for printing multiple copies. When one linked tray is empty, paper feeds from the next linked tray. When the Paper Size and Paper Type settings are the same for any trays, the trays are automatically linked. The Paper Size setting is automatically sensed according to the position of the paper guides in each tray except Tray 1 and the multipurpose feeder. The Paper Size setting for the multipurpose feeder must be set manually from the Paper Size menu. The Paper Type setting must be set for all trays from the Paper Type menu. The Paper Type menu and the Paper Size menu are both available from the Paper Size/Type menu.

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Unlinking trays

Note: Trays that do not have the same settings as any other tray are not linked.

Change one of the following tray settings:

• Paper Type

Paper Type names describe the paper characteristics. If the name that best describes your paper is used by linked trays, assign a different Paper Type name to the tray, such as Custom Type [x], or define your own custom name.

• Paper Size

Load a different paper size to automatically change the Paper Size setting for a tray. Paper Size settings for the multipurpose feeder are not automatic; they must be set manually from the Paper Size menu.

Warning—Potential Damage: Do not assign a Paper Type name that does not accurately describe the type of paper loaded in a tray. The temperature of the fuser varies according to the specified Paper Type. Prints may not be properly processed if an inaccurate Paper Type is selected.

Linking exit bins

Link exit bins to create a single output source. The printer automatically uses the next available bin as the output source.

The standard exit bin holds up to 550 sheets of 20-lb paper. If you need additional output capacity, you can purchase other optional exit bins.

Note: Not all exit bins support every paper size and type.

1 From the home screen, navigate to:

> Paper Menu > Bin Setup

2 Touch the bin or bins you want to link, and then touch Configure Bins > Link.

Creating a custom name for a paper type

If the printer is on a network, you can use the Embedded Web Server to define a name other than Custom Type [x] for each of the custom paper types loaded into the printer.

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 you can:

• View the IP address on the printer control panel in the TCP/IP section under the Networks/Ports menu.

• Print a network setup page or the menu settings pages and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2 Click Settings > Paper Menu > Custom Name > type a name > Submit.

Note: This custom name will replace the Custom Type [x] name under the Custom Types and Paper Size and Type

menus.

3 Click Custom Types > select a paper type > Submit.

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Assigning a custom paper type name

1 From the home screen, navigate to:

> Paper Menu > Paper Size/Type

2 Select the tray number or MP Feeder Type.

3 Touch the left or right arrow until Custom Type [x] or another custom name appears.

4 Touch .

Configuring a custom name

If the printer is on a network, then you can use the Embedded Web Server to define a name other than Custom Type [x] for each of the custom paper types loaded into the printer.

1 Type the printer IP address in the address field of your Web browser.

Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer, then you can:

• View the IP address on the printer control panel in the TCP/IP section under the Networks/Ports menu.

• Print a network setup page or the menu settings pages and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2 Click Settings > Paper Menu > Custom Types > select the custom name you want to configure > select a paper or

specialty media type > Submit.

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Paper guidelines

Paper characteristics

The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. Consider these characteristics when evaluating new paper stock.

Weight

The printer can automatically feed paper weights from 60 to 220 g/m2 (16 to 58 lb bond) grain long. Paper lighter than 60 g/m bond) grain long paper. For paper smaller than 182 x 257 mm (7 x 10 in.), we recommend 90 g/m paper.

Note: Duplex is supported only for 60-g/m

(16 lb) might not be stiff enough to feed properly, causing jams. For best performance, use 75-g/m2 (20-lb

(24 lb) or heavier

–120-g/m2 (16-lb–32-lb bond) paper.

Curl

Curl is the tendency for paper to curl at its edges. Excessive curl can cause paper feeding problems. Curl can occur after the paper passes through the printer, where it is exposed to high temperatures. Storing paper unwrapped in hot, humid, cold, or dry conditions, even in the trays, can contribute to paper curling prior to printing and can cause feeding problems.

Smoothness

Paper smoothness directly affects print quality. If paper is too rough, toner cannot fuse to it properly. If paper is too smooth, it can cause paper feeding or print quality issues. Always use paper between 100 and 300 Sheffield points; however, smoothness between 150 and 200 Sheffield points produces the best print quality.

Moisture content

The amount of moisture in paper affects both print quality and the ability of the printer to feed the paper correctly. Leave paper in its original wrapper until it is time to use it. This limits the exposure of paper to moisture changes that can degrade its performance.

Condition paper before printing by storing it in its original wrapper in the same environment as the printer for 24 to 48 hours before printing. Extend the time several days if the storage or transportation environment is very different from the printer environment. Thick paper may also require a longer conditioning period.

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/m grain short is recommended.

(16- to 36-lb bond) paper, grain long paper is recommended. For papers heavier than 135 g/m2,

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Fiber content

Most high-quality xerographic paper is made from 100% chemically treated pulped wood. This content provides the paper with a high degree of stability resulting in fewer paper feeding problems and better print quality. Paper containing fibers such as cotton can negatively affect paper handling.

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 ±2.3 mm (±0.9 in.),

such as optical character recognition (OCR) forms In some cases, registration can be adjusted with a software application 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 that fail EN12281:2002 (European)

• Paper weighing less than 60 g/m

• Multiple-part forms or documents

(16 lb)

Selecting paper

Using appropriate paper prevents jams and helps ensure trouble-free printing.

To help avoid jams and poor print quality:

• Always use new, undamaged paper.

• Before loading paper, know the recommended print side of the paper. This information is usually indicated on the

paper package.

• Do not use paper that has been cut or trimmed by hand.

• Do not mix paper sizes, types, or weights in the same source; mixing results in jams.

• Do not use coated papers unless they are specifically designed for electrophotographic printing.

Selecting preprinted forms and letterhead

Use these guidelines when selecting preprinted forms and letterhead:

• Use grain long for 60 to 90 g/m

• Use only forms and letterhead printed using an offset lithographic or engraved printing process.

• Avoid papers with rough or heavily textured surfaces.

Use papers printed with heat-resistant inks designed for use in xerographic copiers. The ink must be able to withstand temperatures up to 190°C (374°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Use inks that are not affected by the resin in toner. Inks that are oxidation-set or oil-based generally meet these requirements; latex inks might not. When in doubt, contact the paper supplier.

(16 to 24 lb) weight paper.

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Preprinted papers such as letterhead must be able to withstand temperatures up to 190°C (374°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions.

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.

• Low moisture content (4–5%)

• Suitable smoothness (100–200 Sheffield units, or 140–350 Bendtsen units, European)

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

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

Storing paper

Use these paper storage guidelines to help avoid jams and uneven print quality:

• For best results, store paper where the temperature is 21°C (70°F) and the relative humidity is 40%. Most label

manufacturers recommend printing in a temperature range of 18 to 24 °C (65 to 75°F) with relative hum idity between 40 and 60%.

• Store paper in cartons when possible, on a pallet or shelf, rather than on the floor.

• Store individual packages on a flat surface.

• Do not store anything on top of individual paper packages.

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Supported paper sizes, types, and weights

The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper input sources and the types of paper they support.

Note: To use a paper size that is unlisted, configure a Universal Paper Size.

For more information, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site at

http://support.lexmark.com.

Supported paper sizes

Measurements apply to simplex (one-sided) printing only. For duplex (two-sided) printing, the minimum size is

139.7 x 210 mm (5.50 x 8.27 in.).

Paper size Dimensions Standard

550-sheet tray (Tray 1)

A4 210 x 297 mm

(8.27 x 11.7 in.)

A5 148 x 210 mm

(5.83 x 8.27 in.)

A6 105 x 148 mm

(4.13 x 5.83 in.)

JIS B5 182 x 257 mm

(7.17 x 10.1 in.)

Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm

(8.5 x 11 in.)

Legal 215.9 x 355.6 mm

(8.5 x 14 in.)

Executive 184.2 x 266.7 mm

(7.25 x 10.5 in.)

Oficio (México) 215.9 x 340.4 mm

(8.5 x 13.4 in.)

Folio 215.9 x 330.2 mm

(8.5 x 13 in.)

X X X X

Optional 550-sheet tray

Optional 2,000-sheet tray

Multipurpose feeder

Duplexer

Statement 139.7 x 215.9 mm

(5.5 x 8.5 in.)

Supported by C792 models only.

This formats the envelope size setting for 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) unless the size is specified by the software

application.

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Paper size Dimensions Standard

550-sheet tray (Tray 1)

Optional 550-sheet tray

Optional 2,000-sheet tray

Multipurpose feeder

Duplexer

Universal

Note: Turn size

sensing off to support universal sizes that are close to standard media sizes.

148 x 210 mm to

215.9 x 355.6 mm (5.83 x 8.27 in. to

8.5 x 14 in.)

76.2 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.) to

215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 in.)

76.2 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.) to

215.9 x 914.4 mm (8.5 x 36 in.)

76.2 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.) to

215.9 x 1219.2 mm (8.5 x 48 in.)

7 3/4 Envelope (Monarch)

98.4 x 190.5 mm (3.875 x 7.5 in.)

9 Envelope 98.4 x 226.1 mm

(3.875 x 8.9 in.)

Com 10 Envelope

104.8 x 241.3 mm (4.12 x 9.5 in.)

X X X X

DL Envelope 110 x 220 mm

X X X X

(4.33 x 8.66 in.)

C5 Envelope 162 x 229 mm

X X X X

(6.38 x 9.01 in.)

B5 Envelope 176 x 250 mm

X X X X

(6.93 x 9.84 in.)

Other Envelope

85.7 x 165 mm to

X X X X

215.9 x 355.6 mm (3.375 x 6.50 in. to

8.5 x 14 in.)

Supported by C792 models only.

This formats the envelope size setting for 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) unless the size is specified by the software

application.

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Supported paper types and weights

The printer supports 60–176 g/m2 (16–47 lb) paper weights for one-sided printing. Two-sided printing is supported on

64–176 g/m

Note: Labels, transparencies, envelopes, and card stock always print at reduced speed.

(17–47 lb) paper weights.

Paper type Standard

550-sheet tray (Tray 1)

Paper

Optional 550-sheet tray

• Plain

• Recycled

• Glossy

• Heavy Glossy

• Bond

• Letterhead

• Preprinted

• Colored

• Light

• Heavy

• Rough/Cotton

• Custom Type [x]

Card stock X

Transparencies

Labels

1, 2

X X X X

• Paper

• Vinyl

Envelopes

X X X X

Optional 2,000-sheet tray

Multipurpose feeder

Duplexer

This media is supported only in the multipurpose feeder.

Do not use inkjet or 3M CG3710 transparencies.

Paper labels are supported. Other media such as vinyl may show print quality defects in some environments, and prolonged vinyl label usage may reduce fuser life. For more information, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark.com.

Use envelopes that lie flat when individually placed facedown on a table.

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Printing

This chapter covers printing, printer reports, and job cancelation. The selection and handling of paper and specialty media can affect how reliably documents print. For more information, see “Avoiding jams” on page 163 and “Storing paper” on page 74.

Printing a document

1 From the printer control panel Paper menu, set the Paper Type and Paper Size to match the loaded paper.

2 Send the print job:

For Windows users

a With a document open, click File > Print.

b Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

c Adjust settings as necessary.

d Click OK > Print.

For Macintosh users

a Customize the settings as needed in the Page Setup dialog:

1 With a document open, choose File > Page Setup. 2 Choose a paper size or create a custom size to match the loaded paper. 3 Click OK.

b Customize the settings as needed in the Print dialog:

1 With a document open, choose File > Print.

If necessary, click the disclosure triangle to see more options.

2 From the Print dialog and pop-up menus, adjust the settings as needed.

Note: To print on a specific paper type, adjust the paper type setting to match the loaded paper, or select

the appropriate tray or feeder.

3 Click Print.

Printing in black and white

From the home screen, navigate to:

> Settings > Print Settings > Quality Menu > Print Mode > Black Only >

Adjusting toner darkness

1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

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If you do not know the IP address of the printer, you can:

• View the IP address on the printer control panel in the TCP/IP section under the Networks/Ports menu.

• Print a network setup page or the menu settings pages and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2 Click Settings > Print Settings > Quality Menu > Toner Darkness.

3 Adjust the toner darkness setting.

4 Click Submit.

Printing from a flash drive

Notes:

• Before printing an encrypted PDF file, enter the file password from the printer control panel.

• You cannot print files for which you do not have printing permissions.

1 Insert a flash drive into the USB port.

Notes:

• If you insert the flash drive when the printer requires attention, such as when a jam has occurred, then the

printer ignores the flash drive.

• If you insert the flash drive while the printer is processing other print jobs, then Busy appears. After these

print jobs are processed, you may need to view the held jobs list to print documents from the flash drive.

Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the USB cable, any network adapter, any connector, the memory device, or the printer in the areas shown while actively printing, reading, or writing from the memory device. A loss of data can occur.

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2 From the printer control panel, touch the document you want to print.

3 Touch the arrows to increase the number of copies to print, and then touch Print.

Notes:

• Do not remove the flash drive from the USB port until the document has finished printing.

• If you leave the flash drive in the printer after leaving the initial USB menu screen, then you can still print files

from the flash drive as held jobs.

Supported flash drives and file types

Flash drive File type

• Lexar JumpDrive 2.0 Pro (256MB, 512MB, or 1GB sizes)

• SanDisk Cruzer Mini (256MB, 512MB, or 1GB sizes)

Notes:

• Hi-Speed USB flash drives must support the Full-Speed standard. Devices supporting only USB low-speed

capabilities are not supported.

• USB flash drives must support the FAT (File Allocation Tables) system. Devices formatted with NTFS

(New Technology File System) or any other file system are not supported.

Printing

Documents:

• .pdf

• .xps

Images:

• .dcx

• .gif

• .JPEG

• .jpg

• .bmp

• .pcx

• .TIFF

• .tif

• .png

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Printing specialty documents

Tips on using letterhead

• Use letterhead designed specifically for laser printers.

• Print samples on the letterhead being considered for use before buying large quantities.

• Before loading letterhead, flex the sheets to prevent them from sticking together.

• Observe proper page orientation.

Source Print side Paper orientation

– Standard 550-sheet tray – Optional 550-sheet tray

Preprinted letterhead design is placed faceup.

The top edge of the sheet with the logo is placed at the left side of the tray.

– Optional 2000-sheet

high-capacity feeder

Duplex (two-sided) printing from trays

Multipurpose feeder (simplex printing)

Multipurpose feeder (duplex printing)

Note: Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the chosen preprinted letterhead is acceptable for laser printers.

Preprinted letterhead design is placed facedown.

Preprinted letterhead design is placed faceup.

The top edge of the sheet with the logo is placed at the right side of the tray.

The top edge of the sheet with the logo should enter the multipurpose feeder first.

The top edge of the sheet with the logo should enter the multipurpose feeder last.

Tips on using transparencies

• Print a test page on the transparencies being considered for use before buying large quantities.

• Feed transparencies from the multipurpose feeder only.

• From the Paper menu, set the MP Feeder Type to Transparency.

• Use transparencies designed specifically for laser printers. Transparencies must be able to withstand temperatures

of 230°C (446°F) without melting, discoloring, offsetting, or releasing hazardous emissions.

• To prevent print quality problems, avoid getting fingerprints on the transparencies.

• Before loading transparencies, flex the stack to prevent sheets from sticking together.

• We recommend Lexmark transparencies. For ordering information, see the Lexmark Web site at

www.lexmark.com.

Tips on using envelopes

Print samples on the envelopes being considered for use before buying large quantities.

• Use envelopes designed specifically for laser printers. Check with the manufacturer or vendor to ensure that the

envelopes can withstand temperatures up to 220°C (446°F) without sealing, wrinkling, curling excessively, or releasing hazardous emissions.

• For best performance, use envelopes made from 90-g/m

must not exceed 70-g/m

(20-lb bond) weight.

(24-lb bond) paper or 25% cotton. All-cotton envelopes

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• Use only new envelopes from undamaged packages.

• To optimize performance and minimize jams, do not use envelopes that: – Have excessive curl or twist. – Are stuck together or damaged in any way. – Have windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, or embossing. – Have metal clasps, string ties, or 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 bent corners. – Have rough, cockle, or laid finishes.

• Adjust the width guides to fit the width of the envelopes.

Note: A combination of high humidity (over 60%) and high printing temperature may wrinkle or seal envelopes.

Tips on using labels

Note: Use paper label sheets for occasional use only. Vinyl, pharmacy, and dual-sided labels are not supported.

For detailed information on label printing, characteristics, and design, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark.com.

When printing on labels:

• Use labels designed specifically for laser/LED printers. Check with the manufacturer or vendor to verify that: – The labels can withstand temperatures up to 210°C (410°F) without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or

releasing hazardous emissions.

Note: Labels can be printed at a higher fusing temperature up to 220°C (428°F) if Label Weight is set to Heavy. Select this setting using the Embedded Web Server, or from the printer control panel Paper menu.

– Label adhesives, face sheet (printable stock), and topcoats can withstand up to 25 psi (172 kPa) pressure without

delaminating, oozing around the edges, or releasing hazardous fumes.

• Do not use labels with slick backing material.

• Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a jam. Partial sheets

also contaminate the printer and the cartridge with adhesive, and could void the printer and cartridge warranties.

• Do not use labels with exposed adhesive.

• 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.

• Be sure adhesive backing does not reach to the sheet edge. Zone coating of the adhesive at least 1 mm (0.04 in.)

away from edges is recommended. Adhesive material contaminates the printer and could void the warranty.

• If zone coating of the adhesive is not possible, remove a 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) strip on the leading and driver edge, and

use a non-oozing adhesive.

• Portrait orientation works best, especially when printing bar codes.

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Tips on using card stock

Card stock is heavy, single-ply specialty media. Many of its variable characteristics, such as moisture content, thickness, and texture, can significantly impact print quality. Print samples on the card stock being considered for use before buying large quantities.

• From the Paper menu, set the Paper Type to Card Stock.

• Select the appropriate Paper Texture setting.

• Be aware that preprinting, perforation, and creasing may significantly affect the print quality and cause jams or

Printing confidential and other held jobs

Storing print jobs in the printer

You can set the printer to store print jobs in the printer memory until you start the print job from the printer control panel.

All print jobs that can be initiated by the user at the printer are called held jobs.

Note: Confidential, Verify, Reserve, a nd Repeat print jobs may be deleted if the printer requires extra memory to process additional held jobs.

Print job type Description

Confidential Confidential lets you hold print jobs in the computer until you enter the PIN from

the control panel.

Note: The PIN is set from the computer. It must be four digits, using the numbers 0–9.

Verify Verify lets you print one copy of a print job while the printer holds the remaining

copies. It allows you to examine if the first copy is satisfactory. The print job is automatically deleted from the printer memory once all copies are printed.

Reserve Reserve allows the printer to store print jobs for printing at a later time. The print

jobs are held until deleted from the Help Jobs menu.

Repeat Repeat prints and stores print jobs in the printer memory for reprinting.

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Printing confidential and other held jobs

Note: Confidential and Verify print jobs are automatically deleted from memory after printing. Repeat and Reserve

jobs are held in the printer until you choose to delete them.

For Windows users

1 With a document open, click File > Print.

2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

3 Click Print and Hold.

4 Select the print job type (Confidential, Repeat, Reserve, or Verify), and then assign a user name. For a confidential

print job, also enter a four-digit PIN.

5 Click OK or Print.

6 From the printer home screen, release the print job.

• For confidential print jobs, navigate to:

Held jobs > your user name > Confidential Jobs > enter PIN > select print job > specify number of copies > Print

• For other print jobs, navigate to:

Held jobs > your user name > select print job > specify number of copies > Print

For Macintosh users

1 With a document open, choose File > Print.

If necessary, click the disclosure triangle to see more options.

2 From the print options or Copies & Pages pop-up menu, choose Job Routing.

3 Select the print job type (Confidential, Repeat, Reserve, or Verify), and then assign a user name. For a confidential

print job, also enter a four-digit PIN.

4 Click OK or Print.

5 From the printer home screen, release the print job.

• For confidential print jobs, navigate to:

Held jobs > your user name > Confidential Jobs > enter PIN > select print job > specify number of copies > Print

• For other print jobs, navigate to:

Held jobs > your user name > select print job > specify number of copies > Print

Printing information pages

Printing a font sample list

1 From the home screen, navigate to:

> Reports > Print Fonts

2 Touch PCL Fonts or PostScript Fonts.

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Printing a directory list

A directory list shows the resources stored in a flash memory or on the printer hard disk.

From the home screen, navigate to:

> Reports > Print Directory

Canceling a print job

There are several methods for canceling a print job. The following sections explain how to cancel a print job from the printer control panel, or from a computer depending on the operating system.

Canceling a print job from the printer control panel

1 Touch Cancel Jobs on the touch screen, or press on the keypad.

2 Touch the job you want to cancel, and then touch Delete Selected Jobs.

Canceling a print job from the computer

For Windows users

1 Open the printers folder:

a Click , or click Start and then click Run.

b In the Start Search or Run box, type control printers.

c Press Enter, or click OK.

2 Double-click the printer icon.

3 Select the print job you want to cancel.

4 From the keyboard, press Delete.

For Macintosh users

In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later:

1 From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences > Print & Fax > Open Print Queue.

2 From the printer window, select the print job you want to cancel.

3 From the icon bar at the top of the window, click the Delete icon.

In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier:

1 From the Finder, navigate to:

Go > Applications

2 Double-click Utilities > Print Center or Printer Setup Utility.

3 Double-click the printer icon.

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4 From the printer window, select the print job you want to cancel.

5 From the icon bar at the top of the window, click the Delete icon.

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Understanding printer menus

Menus list

Supplies Paper Menu Reports Settings

Cyan Cartridge Magenta Cartridge Yellow Cartridge Black Cartridge Waste Toner Bottle Fuser Transfer Module Staples Hole Punch Box

Security Network/Ports Help

Miscellaneous Security Settings Confidential Print Disk Wiping Security Audit Log Set Date and Time

Depending on the printer setup, this menu appears as Standard Network, Network [x], or Wireless Network.

Default Source Paper Size/Type Configure MP Substitute Size Paper Texture Paper Weight Paper Loading Custom Types Custom Names Custom Bin Names Universal Setup Bin Setup

Active NIC Standard Network or Network [x] Standard USB Parallel [x] Serial [x] SMTP Setup

Menu Settings Page Device Statistics Network Setup Page Network [x] Setup Page Profiles List Print Fonts Print Directory Asset Report

General Settings Flash Drive Menu Print Settings Setup Menu Finishing Menu Quality Menu Job Accounting Menu Utilities Menu XPS Menu PDF Menu PostScript Menu PCL Emul Menu HTML Menu Image Menu

Print All Guides Color Quality Print Quality Printing Guide Media Guide Print Defects Guide Menu Map Information Guide Connection Guide Moving Guide Supplies Guide

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Supplies menu

Menu item Description

Cyan Cartridge

Early Warning Invalid Critically Low Missing Defective OK Unsupported

Magenta Cartridge

Early Warning Invalid Critically Low Missing Defective OK Unsupported

Yellow Cartridge

Early Warning Invalid Critically Low Missing Defective OK Unsupported

Shows the status of the cyan print cartridge

Shows the status of the magenta print cartridge

Shows the status of the yellow print cartridge

Black Cartridge

Early Warning Invalid Critically Low Missing Defective OK Unsupported

Waste Toner Bottle

Near Full Replace Missing OK

Shows the status of the black print cartridge

Shows the status of the waste toner bottle

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Menu item Description

Fuser

Early Warning Low Replace Missing OK

Transfer module

Early Warning Low Replace Missing OK

Staple Cartridge

Early Warning Low Replace Missing OK

Hole Punch Box

Near Full Replace Missing OK

Shows the status of the fuser

Shows the status of the transfer module

Shows the status of the staple cartridge

Shows the status of the hole punch box

Paper menu

Default Source menu

Menu item Description

Default Source

Tray [x] MP Feeder Manual Paper Manual Envelope

Sets a default paper source for all print jobs

Notes:

• Tray 1 (standard tray) is the factory default setting.

• From the Paper menu, Configure MP feeder must be set to Cassette for MP

feeder to appear as a menu setting.

• If the same size and type of paper are in two trays and the Paper Size and

Paper Type settings match, then the trays are automatically linked. When one tray is empty, the print job continues using the linked tray.

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Paper Size/Type menu

Menu item Description

Tray [x] Size

Letter Legal Executive Oficio (Mexico) Folio Statement Universal A4 A5 JIS B5

Tray [x] Type

Plain Paper Card Stock Transparency Recycled Glossy Heavy Glossy Labels Vinyl Labels Bond Letterhead Preprinted Colored Paper Light Paper Heavy Paper Rough/Cotton Paper Custom Type [x]

Specifies the paper size loaded in each tray

Notes:

• Letter is the US factory default setting. A4 is the international factory

default setting.

• For trays with automatic size sensing, only the size detected by the

hardware appears.

• If the same size and type of paper are in two trays and the Paper Size and

Paper Type settings match, then the trays are automatically linked. When one tray is empty, the print job uses the linked tray.

Specifies the type of paper loaded in each tray

Notes:

• Plain Paper is the factory default setting for Tray 1. Custom Type [x] is the

factory default setting for all other trays.

• If available, a user-defined name will appear instead of Custom Type [x].

• Use this menu item to configure automatic tray linking.

Note: Only installed trays are listed in this menu.

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Menu item Description

MP Feeder Size

Letter Legal Executive Oficio (Mexico) Folio Statement Universal 7 3/4 Envelope 9 Envelope 10 Envelope DL Envelope C5 Envelope B5 Envelope Other Envelope A4 A5 A6 JIS B5

MP Feeder Type

Custom Type [x] Plain Paper Card Stock Transparency Recycled Glossy Heavy Glossy Labels Vinyl Labels Bond Envelope Rough Envelope Letterhead Preprinted Colored Paper Light Paper Heavy Paper Rough/Cotton Paper

Specifies the paper size loaded in the multipurpose feeder

Notes:

• Letter is the US factory default setting. A4 is the international factory

default setting.

• From the Paper menu, Configure MP Feeder must be set to Cassette for

MP Feeder to appear as a menu item.

Specifies the type of paper loaded in the multipurpose feeder

Notes:

• Custom Type [x] is the factory default setting.

• From the Paper menu, Configure MP Feeder must be set to Cassette for

MP Feeder to appear as a menu item.

Note: Only installed trays are listed in this menu.

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Menu item Description

Manual Paper Size

Letter Legal Executive Oficio (Mexico) Folio Statement Universal A4 A5 A6 JIS B5

Manual Paper Type

Plain Paper Card Stock Transparency Recycled Glossy Heavy Glossy Labels Vinyl Labels Bond Letterhead Preprinted Colored Paper Light Paper Heavy Paper Rough/Cotton Paper Custom Type [x]

Specifies the size of the paper being manually loaded

Note: Letter is the US factory default setting. A4 is the international factory default setting.

Specifies the type of paper being manually loaded

Note: Plain Paper is the factory default setting.

Manual Envelope Size

10 Envelope DL Envelope C5 Envelope B5 Envelope Other Envelope 7 3/4 Envelope 9 Envelope

Manual Envelope Type

Envelope Rough Envelope Custom Type [x]

Note: Only installed trays are listed in this menu.

Specifies the size of the envelope being manually loaded

Note: 10 Envelope is the US factory default setting. DL Envelope is the international factory default setting.

Specifies the type of envelope being manually loaded

Note: Envelope is the factory default setting.

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Configure MP menu

Menu item Description

Configure MP

Cassette Manual First

Determines when the printer selects paper from the multipurpose feeder

Notes:

• Cassette is the factory default setting. Cassette configures the multipurpose

feeder as the automatic paper source.

• Manual sets the multipurpose feeder only for manual feed print jobs.

• First configures the multipurpose feeder as the primary paper source.

Substitute Size menu

Menu item Description

Substitute Size

All Listed Off Statement/A5 Letter/A4

Substitutes a specified paper size if the requested paper size is not available

Notes:

• All Listed is the factory default setting. All available size substitutions are

allowed.

• Off indicates no size substitutions are allowed.

• Setting a size substitution lets a print job continue without a Change Paper

message appearing.

Paper Texture menu

Menu item Description

Plain Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Card Stock Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Transparency Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Recycled Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Specifies the relative texture of the plain paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the card stock loaded

Notes:

• Normal is the factory default setting.

• Settings appear only if card stock is supported.

Specifies the relative texture of the transparencies loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the recycled paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

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Menu item Description

Glossy Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Heavy Glossy Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Labels Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Vinyl Labels Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Bond Texture

Rough Smooth Normal

Specifies the relative texture of the glossy paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the glossy paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the labels loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the vinyl labels loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the bond paper loaded

Note: Rough is the factory default setting.

Envelope Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Rough Envelope Texture

Rough

Letterhead Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Preprinted Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Colored Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Light Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Specifies the relative texture of the envelopes loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the envelopes loaded

Note: Rough is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the letterhead loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the preprinted paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the colored paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

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Menu item Description

Heavy Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Rough/Cotton Texture

Rough

Custom [x] Texture

Normal Rough Smooth

Specifies the relative texture of the paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the cotton paper loaded

Note: Rough is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the custom paper loaded

Notes:

• Normal is the factory default setting.

• Settings appear only if the custom type is supported.

Paper Weight menu

Menu item Description

Plain Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Specifies the relative weight of the plain paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Card Stock Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Transparency Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Recycled Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Glossy Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Heavy Glossy Weight

Heavy

Labels Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Specifies the relative weight of the card stock loaded

Notes:

• Normal is the factory default setting.

• Settings appear only if card stock is supported.

Specifies the relative weight of the transparencies loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the recycled paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the glossy paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the glossy paper loaded

Note: Heavy is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the labels loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

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Menu item Description

Vinyl Labels Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Bond Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Envelope Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Rough Envelope Weight

Heavy Light Normal

Letterhead Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Specifies the relative weight of vinyl labels loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the bond paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the envelopes loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the envelopes loaded

Note: Heavy is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the letterhead loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Preprinted Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Colored Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Light Weight

Light

Heavy Weight

Heavy

Rough/Cotton Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Custom [x] Weight

Normal Heavy Light

Specifies the relative weight of the preprinted paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the colored paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the paper loaded

Note: Light is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the paper loaded

Note: Heavy is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the cotton paper loaded

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative weight of the custom paper loaded

Notes:

• Normal is the factory default setting.

• Settings appear only if the custom type is supported.

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Paper Loading menu

Menu item Description

Card Stock Loading

Off Duplex

Recycled Loading

Off Duplex

Glossy Loading

Off Duplex

Heavy Glossy Loading

Off Duplex

Labels Loading

Off Duplex

Vinyl Labels Loading

Off Duplex

Bond Loading

Off Duplex

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Card Stock as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Recycled as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Glossy as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Heavy Glossy as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Labels as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Vinyl Labels as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Bond as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Letterhead Loading

Off Duplex

Preprinted Loading

Off Duplex

Colored Loading

Off Duplex

Light Loading

Off Duplex

Notes:

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Letterhead as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Preprinted as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Colored as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Light as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

• Duplex sets the printer default to 2-sided printing for every print job unless 1-sided printing is selected from Print

Properties.

• If Duplex is selected, then all print jobs are sent through the duplex unit, including 1-sided print jobs.

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Menu item Description

Heavy Loading

Off Duplex

Rough/Cotton Loading

Off Duplex

Custom [x] Loading

Off Duplex

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Heavy as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Rough or Cotton as the paper type

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Determines whether 2-sided printing occurs for all print jobs that specify Custom [x] as the paper type

Notes:

• Off is the factory default setting.

• Custom [x] Loading is available only if the custom paper type is

supported.

Notes:

• Duplex sets the printer default to 2-sided printing for every print job unless 1-sided printing is selected from Print

Properties.

• If Duplex is selected, then all print jobs are sent through the duplex unit, including 1-sided print jobs.

Custom Types menu

Menu item Description

Custom Type [x]

Paper Card Stock Transparency Glossy Rough/Cotton Labels Vinyl Labels Envelope

Recycled

Paper Card Stock Transparency Glossy Rough/Cotton Labels Vinyl Labels Envelope

Associates a paper or specialty media type with a factory default Custom Type [x] name or a user-defined Custom Name created from the Embedded

Web Server or from MarkVision

Notes:

• Paper is the factory default setting.

• The custom media type must be supported by the selected tray or

multipurpose feeder in order to print from that source.

Specifies a paper type when the Recycled setting is selected in other menus

Notes:

• Paper is the factory default setting.

• The custom media type must be supported by the selected tray or

multipurpose feeder in order to print from that source.

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Custom Names menu

Menu item Definition

Custom Name [x]

[none]

Specify a custom name for a paper type. This name replaces the Custom Type [x] name in the printer menus.

Custom Bin Names menu

Menu Item Description

Standard Bin Specifies a custom name for the Standard Bin

Bin [x] Specifies a custom name for Bin [x]

Universal Setup menu

These menu items are used to specify the height and width of the Universal paper size. The Universal paper size is a user-defined paper size setting. It is listed with the other paper size settings and includes similar options, such as support for duplex printing and printing multiple pages on one sheet.

Menu item Description

Units of Measure

Inches Millimeters

Identifies the unit of measure

Note: Inches is the US factory default setting. Millimeters is the international factory default setting.

Portrait Width

3–48 inches 76–1219 mm

Portrait Height

3–48 inches 76–1219 mm

Feed Direction

Short Edge Long Edge

Sets the portrait width

Notes:

• If the width exceeds the maximum, then the printer uses the maximum

width allowed.

• 8.5 inches is the US factory default setting. 216 mm is the international

factory default setting.

• The width can be increased in 0.01-inch or in 1-mm increments.

Sets the portrait height

Notes:

• If the height exceeds the maximum, then the printer uses the

maximum height allowed.

• 14 inches is the US factory default setting. 356 mm is the international

factory default setting.

• The height can be increased in 0.01-inch or in 1-mm increments.

Specifies the feed direction

Notes:

• Short Edge is the factory default setting.

• Long Edge appears only if the longest edge is shorter than the

maximum width supported in the tray.

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Bin Setup menu

Menu item Description

Output Bin

Standard Bin Bin [x]

Configure Bins

Mailbox Link Mail Overflow Link Optional Type Assignment

Overflow Bin

Standard Bin Bin [x]

Specifies the default exit bin

Note: Standard Bin is the factory default setting.

Specifies configuration options for exit bins

Notes:

• Mailbox is the factory default setting. This setting

treats each bin as a separate mailbox.

• Link configures all available bins as one large exit bin.

• Mail Overflow assigns an overflow bin when the

mailbox bins become full.

• Link Optional links together all available exit bins

except the standard bin and only appears when at least two optional bins are installed.

• Type Assignment assigns each paper type to an exit bin

or linked bin set.

• Bins assigned the same name are automatically linked

unless Link Optional is selected.

Specifies an alternate exit bin when a designated bin is full

Note: Standard Bin is the factory default setting.

Assign Type/Bin

Plain Paper Bin Card Stock Bin Transparency Bin Recycled Bin Glossy Bin Heavy Glossy Bin Labels Bin Vinyl Labels Bin Bond Bin Envelope Bin Rough Envelope Bin Letterhead Bin Preprinted Bin Colored Bin Light Paper Bin Heavy Paper Bin Rough/Cotton Bin Custom [x] Bin

Selects an exit bin for each supported paper type Select from the following options for each type:

Disabled Standard Bin Bin [x]

Note: Disabled is the factory default setting.

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