Lexmark E E460dw, E E462dtn User Manual
Lexmark E460dn, E460dw, and
E462dtn
User's Guide
January 2010 www.lexmark.com
Machine type(s):
4513
Model(s):
630, 63W, 6EW
Contents
Safety information.............................................................................9
Learning about the printer.............................................................10
Thank you for choosing this printer!............................................................................................................................10
Finding information about the printer........................................................................................................................10
Selecting a location for the printer...............................................................................................................................11
Printer configurations........................................................................................................................................................12
Understanding the printer control panel...................................................................................................................15
Using the standard exit bin and paper stop..............................................................................................................18
Additional printer setup..................................................................20
Installing internal options................................................................................................................................................20
Available internal options............................................................................................................................................................ 20
Accessing the system board to install internal options .................................................................................................... 20
Installing a memory card ............................................................................................................................................................. 21
Installing a flash memory or firmware card........................................................................................................................... 24
Installing hardware options.............................................................................................................................................25
Installing a 250- or 550-sheet drawer ...................................................................................................................................... 25
Attaching cables..................................................................................................................................................................28
Verifying printer setup.......................................................................................................................................................29
Printing a menu settings page................................................................................................................................................... 29
Printing a network setup page .................................................................................................................................................. 29
Setting up the printer software......................................................................................................................................30
Installing printer software ........................................................................................................................................................... 30
Updating available options in the printer driver................................................................................................................. 30
Setting up wireless printing.............................................................................................................................................31
Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network...................................................................... 31
Installing the printer on a wireless network (Windows) ................................................................................................... 32
Installing the printer on a wireless network (Macintosh)................................................................................................. 34
Installing the printer on a wired network...................................................................................................................36
Minimizing your printer's environmental impact.....................39
Saving paper and toner.....................................................................................................................................................39
Using recycled paper..................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Conserving supplies....................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Saving energy.......................................................................................................................................................................40
Using Eco-Mode .............................................................................................................................................................................. 40
Reducing printer noise ................................................................................................................................................................. 40
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Adjusting Power Saver.................................................................................................................................................................. 41
Recycling.................................................................................................................................................................................42
Recycling Lexmark products....................................................................................................................................................... 42
Recycling Lexmark packaging.................................................................................................................................................... 42
Returning Lexmark cartridges for reuse or recycling......................................................................................................... 43
Loading paper and specialty media.............................................44
Setting the paper size and type.....................................................................................................................................44
Configuring Universal paper settings..........................................................................................................................44
Loading trays.........................................................................................................................................................................45
Using the multipurpose feeder......................................................................................................................................49
Linking and unlinking trays.............................................................................................................................................54
Linking trays...................................................................................................................................................................................... 54
Unlinking trays ................................................................................................................................................................................. 54
Creating a custom name for a paper type ............................................................................................................................. 55
Assigning a customer paper type name to a tray............................................................................................................... 55
Paper and specialty media guidelines.........................................57
Paper guidelines..................................................................................................................................................................57
Paper characteristics...................................................................................................................................................................... 57
Unacceptable paper ...................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Selecting paper................................................................................................................................................................................ 58
Selecting preprinted forms and letterhead........................................................................................................................... 59
Using recycled paper and other office papers ..................................................................................................................... 59
Storing paper.................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
Supported paper sizes, types, weights, and capacities.........................................................................................60
Paper types and weights supported by the printer ........................................................................................................... 60
Paper sizes supported by the printer ...................................................................................................................................... 61
Paper tray capacities...................................................................................................................................................................... 62
Printing...............................................................................................63
Printing a document..........................................................................................................................................................63
Printing a document...................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Printing on specialty media.............................................................................................................................................64
Tips on using letterhead............................................................................................................................................................... 64
Tips on using transparencies ...................................................................................................................................................... 65
Tips on using envelopes............................................................................................................................................................... 65
Tips on using labels........................................................................................................................................................................ 66
Tips on using card stock ............................................................................................................................................................... 66
Printing confidential and other held jobs...................................................................................................................67
Holding jobs in the printer .......................................................................................................................................................... 67
Printing confidential and other held jobs.............................................................................................................................. 67
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Printing information pages..............................................................................................................................................69
Printing a font sample list ............................................................................................................................................................ 69
Printing a directory list.................................................................................................................................................................. 69
Printing the print quality test pages ........................................................................................................................................ 69
Canceling a print job..........................................................................................................................................................70
Canceling a print job from the printer control panel ........................................................................................................ 70
Canceling a print job from the computer .............................................................................................................................. 70
Understanding printer menus.......................................................72
Menus list................................................................................................................................................................................72
Paper menu...........................................................................................................................................................................73
Default Source menu..................................................................................................................................................................... 73
Paper Size/Type menu .................................................................................................................................................................. 73
Configure MP menu....................................................................................................................................................................... 76
Substitute Size menu..................................................................................................................................................................... 76
Paper Texture menu ...................................................................................................................................................................... 76
Paper Weight menu....................................................................................................................................................................... 78
Paper Loading menu ..................................................................................................................................................................... 79
Custom Types menu...................................................................................................................................................................... 80
Universal Setup menu................................................................................................................................................................... 81
Reports menu........................................................................................................................................................................82
Reports menu................................................................................................................................................................................... 82
Network/Ports menu..........................................................................................................................................................83
Active NIC menu.............................................................................................................................................................................. 83
Standard Network or Network <x> menus ........................................................................................................................... 83
Reports menu (under the Network/Ports menu) ................................................................................................................ 85
Network Card menu....................................................................................................................................................................... 85
TCP/IP menu ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 86
IPv6 menu.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 87
Wireless menu.................................................................................................................................................................................. 87
AppleTalk menu .............................................................................................................................................................................. 88
NetWare menu................................................................................................................................................................................. 88
LexLink menu ................................................................................................................................................................................... 89
USB menu .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 89
Parallel menu.................................................................................................................................................................................... 91
SMTP Setup menu .......................................................................................................................................................................... 93
Security menu.......................................................................................................................................................................94
Miscellaneous menu...................................................................................................................................................................... 94
Confidential Print menu............................................................................................................................................................... 94
Security Audit Log menu ............................................................................................................................................................. 95
Set Date/Time menu...................................................................................................................................................................... 96
Settings menu.......................................................................................................................................................................97
General Settings menu ................................................................................................................................................................. 97
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Setup menu ....................................................................................................................................................................................100
Finishing menu..............................................................................................................................................................................101
Quality menu..................................................................................................................................................................................103
Utilities menu.................................................................................................................................................................................104
XPS menu.........................................................................................................................................................................................105
PDF menu ........................................................................................................................................................................................105
PostScript menu ............................................................................................................................................................................106
PCL Emul menu .............................................................................................................................................................................106
HTML menu.....................................................................................................................................................................................109
Image menu....................................................................................................................................................................................110
Maintaining the printer.................................................................111
Cleaning the exterior of the printer............................................................................................................................111
Storing supplies.................................................................................................................................................................111
Checking the status of supplies from a network computer..............................................................................111
Ordering supplies..............................................................................................................................................................112
Ordering toner cartridges..........................................................................................................................................................112
Ordering a photoconductor kit ...............................................................................................................................................113
Ordering a maintenance kit ......................................................................................................................................................113
Replacing supplies............................................................................................................................................................113
Replacing the toner cartridge ..................................................................................................................................................113
Replacing the photoconductor kit .........................................................................................................................................115
Moving the printer............................................................................................................................................................118
Moving the printer to another location................................................................................................................................118
Shipping the printer ....................................................................................................................................................................118
Administrative support.................................................................119
Finding advanced networking and administrator information.......................................................................119
Using the Embedded Web Server...............................................................................................................................119
Checking the virtual display..........................................................................................................................................119
Checking the device status............................................................................................................................................120
Viewing reports..................................................................................................................................................................120
Configuring supply notifications.................................................................................................................................120
Modifying confidential print settings........................................................................................................................120
Setting up e-mail alerts...................................................................................................................................................121
Restoring the factory default settings.......................................................................................................................121
Clearing jams...................................................................................123
Avoiding jams.....................................................................................................................................................................123
Identifying jams in the paper path.............................................................................................................................124
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Understanding jam messages and locations..........................................................................................................124
200 paper jam.....................................................................................................................................................................126
201 paper jam.....................................................................................................................................................................128
202 paper jam.....................................................................................................................................................................129
231 paper jam.....................................................................................................................................................................130
233 paper jam.....................................................................................................................................................................132
234 paper jam.....................................................................................................................................................................132
235 paper jam.....................................................................................................................................................................133
24x paper jam.....................................................................................................................................................................133
251 paper jam.....................................................................................................................................................................134
Troubleshooting.............................................................................136
Understanding printer messages................................................................................................................................136
Calibrating .......................................................................................................................................................................................136
Cartridge Life Exceeded .............................................................................................................................................................136
Change <src> to <custom type name> ...............................................................................................................................136
Change <src> to <custom string> .........................................................................................................................................136
Change <src> to <size> .............................................................................................................................................................137
Change <src> to <type> <size>..............................................................................................................................................137
Close front door.............................................................................................................................................................................137
Load <src> with <custom type name> ................................................................................................................................137
Load <src> with <custom string> ..........................................................................................................................................138
Load <src> with <type> <size>...............................................................................................................................................138
Load <src> with <size> ..............................................................................................................................................................138
Load Manual Feeder with <custom type name>..............................................................................................................138
Load Manual Feeder with <custom string>........................................................................................................................139
Load Manual Feeder with <type> <size>............................................................................................................................139
Load Manual Feeder with <size>............................................................................................................................................139
Remove paper from standard bin...........................................................................................................................................140
Remove paper from standard output bin............................................................................................................................140
Replace Cartridge .........................................................................................................................................................................140
Replace PC Kit.................................................................................................................................................................................140
Resetting the printer....................................................................................................................................................................140
Resetting without replacing may affect print quality......................................................................................................140
Restoring Factory Defaults........................................................................................................................................................140
Routine maintenance needed .................................................................................................................................................140
Standard Bin Full...........................................................................................................................................................................141
Stopping ..........................................................................................................................................................................................141
Submitting selection ...................................................................................................................................................................141
Too many failed panel logins ...................................................................................................................................................141
Tray <x> disabled .........................................................................................................................................................................141
Tray <x> Missing ...........................................................................................................................................................................141
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30.yy Invalid refill, change cartridge ......................................................................................................................................141
31.yy Replace defective or missing cartridge.....................................................................................................................141
32.yy Cartridge part number unsupported by device.....................................................................................................142
32 Replace unsupported cartridge.........................................................................................................................................142
34 Short paper ...............................................................................................................................................................................142
35 Insufficient memory to support Resource Save feature ...........................................................................................142
37 Insufficient memory for Flash Memory Defragment operation.............................................................................142
37 Insufficient memory to collate job ...................................................................................................................................142
37 Insufficient memory, some Held Jobs were deleted..................................................................................................143
38 Memory full...............................................................................................................................................................................143
39 Complex page, some data may not have printed.......................................................................................................143
42.xy Cartridge region mismatch............................................................................................................................................143
51 Defective flash detected ......................................................................................................................................................143
52 Not enough free space in flash memory for resources .............................................................................................144
53 Unformatted flash detected ...............................................................................................................................................144
54 Standard network software error......................................................................................................................................144
56 Standard parallel port disabled .........................................................................................................................................144
56 Standard USB port disabled................................................................................................................................................144
58 Too many flash options installed ......................................................................................................................................144
58 Too many trays attached .....................................................................................................................................................145
80 Routine Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................145
84 PC Kit life warning...................................................................................................................................................................145
84 Replace PC Kit...........................................................................................................................................................................145
88 Cartridge low............................................................................................................................................................................145
1565 Emulation error, load emulation option....................................................................................................................145
Solving basic printer problems....................................................................................................................................146
Printer control panel display is blank or displays only diamonds...................................................................146
Solving printing problems.............................................................................................................................................146
Jobs do not print...........................................................................................................................................................................146
Confidential and other held jobs do not print...................................................................................................................147
Multiple-language PDFs do not print....................................................................................................................................147
Job takes longer than expected to print ..............................................................................................................................148
Job prints from the wrong tray or on the wrong paper .................................................................................................148
Incorrect characters print...........................................................................................................................................................148
Tray linking does not work........................................................................................................................................................148
Large jobs do not collate ...........................................................................................................................................................149
Unexpected page breaks occur...............................................................................................................................................149
Envelope seals when printing ..................................................................................................................................................149
Solving option problems................................................................................................................................................149
Option does not operate correctly or quits after it is installed ....................................................................................149
Drawers.............................................................................................................................................................................................150
Flash memory card.......................................................................................................................................................................150
Memory card ..................................................................................................................................................................................150
Solving paper feed problems.......................................................................................................................................151
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Paper frequently jams .................................................................................................................................................................151
Paper jam message remains after jam is cleared ..............................................................................................................151
Page that jammed does not reprint after you clear the jam.........................................................................................151
Solving print quality problems....................................................................................................................................152
Isolating print quality problems..............................................................................................................................................152
Blank pages.....................................................................................................................................................................................153
Characters have jagged or uneven edges ...........................................................................................................................153
Clipped images ..............................................................................................................................................................................153
Gray background ..........................................................................................................................................................................154
Ghost images..................................................................................................................................................................................154
Incorrect margins..........................................................................................................................................................................155
Paper curl.........................................................................................................................................................................................155
Print is too dark..............................................................................................................................................................................156
Print is too light .............................................................................................................................................................................157
Skewed print...................................................................................................................................................................................158
Toner fog or background shading appears on the page...............................................................................................158
Toner rubs off.................................................................................................................................................................................158
Toner specks...................................................................................................................................................................................159
Transparency print quality is poor..........................................................................................................................................159
Streaked horizontal lines............................................................................................................................................................159
Streaked vertical lines .................................................................................................................................................................160
Solid black or white streaks appear on transparencies or paper.................................................................................161
Embedded Web Server does not open.....................................................................................................................161
Check the network connections .............................................................................................................................................161
Check the network settings ......................................................................................................................................................161
Contacting Customer Support.....................................................................................................................................162
Notices..............................................................................................163
Product information.........................................................................................................................................................163
Edition notice.....................................................................................................................................................................163
Power consumption.........................................................................................................................................................167
Index.................................................................................................177
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Safety information
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: See the enclosed Safety Sheet before making any cable or electrical
connection.
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 produ ct uses a printing pr ocess that heats th e print media, and th e heat may cause the med ia 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.
Use care when you replace a lithium battery.
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: There is a danger of explosion if a lithium battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace it only with the same or an equivalent type of lithium battery. Do not recharge, disassemble, or incinerate
a lithium battery. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions and local regulations.
CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The fuser and the inside of the printer near the fuser may be hot. To reduce the risk
of injury from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before removing paper from this area.
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more
trained personnel to lift it safely.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are 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 H AZARD: To avoid the risk of el ectric shock when cleani ng the exterior of the printer, unplug
the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables from the printer before proceeding.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: Do not use the fax feature during a lightning storm. Do not set up this product
or make any elec trical or cabling connect ions, such as the fax feature, p ower cord, or telephone, during a l ightning
storm.
See the product User's Guide for additional safety information.
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
• Performing printing depending on your printer model
• Configuring printer settings
• Viewing and printing documents and photos
• Setting up and using printer software
• Setting up and configuring the printer on a network,
depending on your printer model
• Caring for and maintaining the printer
• Troubleshooting and solving problems
Help using the printer software Windows or Mac Help—Open a printer software
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.
program or application, and then click Help.
Click to view context-sensitive information.
Notes:
• 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.
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What are you looking for? Find it here
The latest supplemental information, updates, and technical
support:
• Documentation
• Driver downloads
• Live chat support
• E-mail support
• Telephone support
Lexmark Support Web site—
http://support.lexmark.com
Note: Select your region, and then select your product
to view the appropriate support site.
Support telephone numbers and hours of operation for
your region or country 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 the back of the printer), and have it ready
when you contact support so that 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.
• Rest of the world—See the printed warranty that
came with your printer.
Selecting a location for the printer
When selecting a location for the printer, leave enough room to open trays, covers, and doors. If you plan to install
any options, leave enough room for them also. It is important to:
• Make sure airflow in the room meets the latest revision of the ASHRAE 62 standard.
• Provide a flat, sturdy, and stable surface.
• Keep the printer:
– Away from the direct airflow of air conditioners, heaters, or ventilators
– Free from direct sunlight, humidity extremes, or temperature fluctuations
– Clean, dry, and free of dust
• Allow the following recommended amount of space around the printer for proper ventilation:
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5
1
4
3
1 Rear 300 mm (12 in.)
2 Right side 200 mm (8 in.)
3 Front 300 mm (12 in.)
4 Left side 12.7 mm (0.5 in.)
5 Top 300 mm (12 in.)
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Printer configurations
Basic model
The following illustration shows the printer front with its basic features or parts:
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1 Front door release button
Paper stop
2
3 Standard exit bin
Printer control panel
4
System board door
5
Standard 250-sheet tray (Tray 1)
6
Multipurpose feeder door
7
8 Front door
The following illustration shows the printer back with its basic features or parts:
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Rear door
1
Ethernet port
2
USB port
3
4 Parallel port
Note: Not available on all models.
Printer power cord socket
5
Power switch
6
Security slot
7
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Configured models
The following illustration shows the printer configured with an optional drawer:
Front door release button
1
2 Paper stop
Standard exit bin
3
Printer control panel
4
System board door
5
Standard 250-sheet tray (Tray 1)
6
7 Optional 250- or 550-sheet drawer (Tray 2)
Multipurpose feeder door
8
9 Front door
Understanding the printer control panel
The following diagram shows the printer control panel:
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The following diagrams and tables provide more information about the printer control panel items:
Item Description
1
Menus button ( )
2
Back button ( )
3
Stop button ( )
Opens the menus
Note: The menus are available only when the printer is in the Ready state.
Returns the display to the previous screen
Stops all printer activity
When printing, pressing
screen appears offering a list of settings that you may select.
causes Stopping to appear momentarily. Then the Stopped
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Item Description
Indicator light Indicates the printer status:
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• Off—The power is off.
• Blinking green—The printer is warming up, processing data, or printing.
• Solid green—The printer is on, but idle.
• Solid red—Operator intervention is needed.
Item Description
1
2
3, 4, 5, 6
Display Shows messages that communicate the status of the printer or that indicate possible
printer problems that must be resolved. The display is also capable of showing pictures
of Show Me instructions, which show you how to perform a task like clearing a jam.
Select button ( )
• Opens a menu and displays the first item in the menu (called a menu item)
• Opens a menu item and displays the available values or settings. The current user
default setting is indicated by an asterisk (*).
• Saves the displayed menu item as the new user default setting
Note: When a new setting is saved as the user default setting, it remains in effect until
new settings are saved or until factory defaults are restored. Settings chosen from a
software program can also change or override the user default settings selected from the
printer control panel.
Navigation buttons P re ss th e u p o r d ow n ar ro w bu tt on s to sc ro ll th ro ug h m en us , m en u i te ms, or se tti n gs (also
called values or options), or to scroll between screens and menu options.
Note: Each press of the up or down arrow buttons moves you one item in any list.
Press the right or left arrow buttons to increase or decrease a value or to scroll through
text that rolls to another screen.
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Item Description
Keypad Enter numbers or symbols if the display screen has a field that accepts these entries.
1
Using the standard exit bin and paper stop
The standard exit bin holds up to 150 sheets of 20 lb paper. It collects print jobs facedown. The standard exit bin
includes a paper stop that keeps paper from sliding out the front of the bin as it stacks. The paper stop also aids in
neater stacking of the paper.
To open the paper stop, pull it so it flips forward.
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Notes:
• Do not leave the paper stop in the open position if you are printing on transparencies. Doing so may cause
creases in the transparencies.
• When moving the printer to another location, make sure the paper stop is closed.
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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 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
• Forms and Barcode Card
• PrintCryption
TM
Accessing the system board to install internal options
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory
devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet before continuing. If you have other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well, and
unplug any cables going into the printer.
1 As you face the printer, the system board door is on the right side. Open the system board door.
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2 Use the following illustration to locate the appropriate connector.
Warning—Potential Damage: System board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity.
Touch something metal on the printer before touching any system board electronic components or connectors.
1 Ethernet connector
2 USB port
3 Parallel connector
Note: Not available on all models.
4 Memory card connector
5 Optional card connector
6 Optional card connector
Installing a memory card
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory
devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well,
and unplug any cables going into the printer.
Warning—Potential Damage: System board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch
a metal surface on the printer before touching any system board electronic components or connectors.
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An optional memory card can be purchased separately and attached to the system board. To install the memory
card:
1 Turn the printer off.
2 Access the system board.
3 Unpack the memory card.
Note: Avoid touching the connection points along the edge of the card.
4 Align the memory card with its connector on the system board.
5 Push open the latches on both ends of the memory connector.
Warning—Potential Damage: Memory cards are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch a grounded metal
surface before you touch a memory card.
Note: Memory cards designed for other printers may not work with your printer.
6 Push the memory card into the connector until the latches click into place.
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It may require some force to fully seat the card.
7 Ensure that each latch fits over the notch on each end of the card.
8 Close the system board door.
9 Turn the printer back on.
10 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.
The printers folder opens.
11 Right-click your printer icon.
12 Click Properties.
13 Click Install Options.
Note: Memory cards designed for other printers may not work with your printer.
14 Click Ask Printer.
15 Click OK.
16 Click OK, and then close the printers folder.
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Installing a flash memory or firmware card
The system board has two connections for an optional flash memory or firmware card. Only one of each may be
installed, but the connectors are interchangeable.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory
devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet before continuing. If you have other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well, and
unplug any cables going into the printer.
Warning—Potential Damage: System board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch
something metal on the printer before touching any system board electronic components or connectors.
1 Open the system board door.
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 card with the connector on the system board.
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4 Push the card firmly into place.
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 Close the system board door.
Installing hardware options
Installing a 250- or 550-sheet drawer
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more
trained personnel to move it safely.
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An optional drawer attaches under the printer. A drawer consists of two parts: a tray and a support unit. The printer
supports one optional drawer; you can install a 250- or 550-sheet drawer.
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.
1 Unpack the drawer, and remove any packing material.
2 Remove the tray from the support unit.
1 Support unit
2 Tray
3 Remove any packing material and tape from inside the tray.
4 Insert the tray into the support unit.
5 Place the drawer in the location chosen for the printer.
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6 Align the outer edges of the printer with the outer edges of the drawer, and then slowly lower the printer into
place.
7 Turn the printer back on.
8 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.
The printers folder opens.
9 Right-click the icon of your printer.
10 Click Properties.
11 Click Install Options.
12 Click Ask Printer.
13 Click OK.
14 Click OK, and then close the printers folder.
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Attaching cables
1 Connect the printer to a computer or a network.
• For a local connection, use a USB or parallel cable.
• For a network connection, use an Ethernet cable.
2 Connect the power cord to the printer first and then to a properly grounded wall outlet.
Ethernet port
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2 USB port
Warning—Potential Dama ge: 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.
Parallel port
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Note: If your printer is a wireless model, the wireless antenna is attached here.
4 Power cord socket
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Verifying printer setup
Printing a menu settings page
Print a menu settings page to review the current menu settings and to verify if the printer options are installed
correctly.
Note: If you have not made any menu item settings changes yet, then the menu settings page lists all the factory
default settings. Once you select and save other settings from the menus, they replace the factory default settings
as user default settings. A user default setting remains in effect until you access the menu again, choose another value,
and save it.
1 Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears.
2 From the printer control panel, press .
3 Press the up or down arrow button until Reports appears, and then press .
4 Press the up or down arrow button until Menu Settings Page appears, and then press .
After the menu settings page prints, the printer returns to the Ready state.
Printing a network setup page
If the printer is attached to a network, then print a network setup page to verify the network connection. This page
also provides important information that aids network printing configuration.
1 Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears.
2 From the printer control panel, press .
3 Press the up or down arrow button until Reports appears, and then press .
4 Press the up or down arrow button until Network Setup Page appears, and then press .
Note: If an optional internal print server is installed, Print Network <x> Setup Page appears.
5 Check the first section on the network setup page, and confirm that Status is “Connected.”
If Status is “Not Connected,” the LAN drop may not be active, or the network cable may be malfunctioning. Consult
a system support person for a solution, and then print another network setup page.
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Setting up the printer software
Installing printer software
A printer driver is software that lets the computer communicate with the printer. The printer software is typically
installed during the initial printer setup.
For Windows users
1 Close all open software programs.
2 Insert the Software and Documentation CD.
3 From the main installation dialog, click Install Printer and Software.
4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
For Macintosh users
1 Close all open software applications.
2 Insert the Software and Documentation CD.
3 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer CD icon that automatically appears.
4 Double-click the Install Printer and Software icon.
5 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
Using the World Wide Web
1 Go to the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
2 From the Drivers & Downloads menu, click Driver Finder.
3 Select your printer, and then select your operating system.
4 Download the driver and install the printer software.
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.
The printer folder opens.
2 Select the printer.
3 Right-click the printer, and then select Properties.
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