Lexmark Z2420, Z2490 User Guide
Z2400 Series User's Guide
2007 www.lexmark.com
Contents
Safety information.............................................................................7
Introduction........................................................................................8
Finding information about the printer...........................................................................................................................8
Understanding the printer.............................................................10
Bypassing security warnings during software installation...................................................................................10
Understanding the parts of the printer.......................................................................................................................10
Understanding the printer software.............................................................................................................................12
Installing printer software ...........................................................................................................................................................12
Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only).......................................................................................12
Using the Windows printer software.......................................................................................................................................13
Using the Macintosh printer software.....................................................................................................................................14
Installing the printer on a wireless network..............................16
Wireless network compatibility......................................................................................................................................16
Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network..........................................................16
Installing the printer on a wireless network..............................................................................................................17
Interpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light.................................................................................................17
Configuring an IP address manually.............................................................................................................................18
Changing wireless settings after installation............................................................................................................18
Installing the printer on other computers..................................................................................................................19
Advanced wireless setup..................................................................................................................................................20
Creating an ad hoc wireless network...................................................................................................................................... 20
Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network ................................................................................................23
Frequently asked questions.............................................................................................................................................23
What is a network? ......................................................................................................................................................................... 23
How are home networks configured?.....................................................................................................................................24
Why do I need an installation cable?....................................................................................................................................... 26
How do I attach the installation cable?................................................................................................................................... 26
What is the difference between infrastructure and ad hoc networks?.......................................................................27
Finding the signal strength.........................................................................................................................................................28
What is an SSID? ..............................................................................................................................................................................28
How do I find out what type of security my network is using?......................................................................................28
Can I use my printer on a USB and a wireless connection at the same time?...........................................................28
What is a MAC address?................................................................................................................................................................28
How do I find the MAC address? ...............................................................................................................................................29
What is an IP address?...................................................................................................................................................................29
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How do I locate IP addresses?....................................................................................................................................................29
How are IP addresses assigned?................................................................................................................................................30
What is a key index?....................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Loading paper...................................................................................32
Loading paper.......................................................................................................................................................................32
Loading various paper types...........................................................................................................................................32
Printing...............................................................................................34
Printing basic documents.................................................................................................................................................34
Printing a document......................................................................................................................................................................34
Printing Web pages........................................................................................................................................................................ 34
Printing multiple copies of a document.................................................................................................................................35
Collating printed copies............................................................................................................................................................... 35
Printing the last page first (reverse page order)..................................................................................................................36
Printing multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up).......................................................................................................................36
Pausing print jobs...........................................................................................................................................................................37
Canceling print jobs.......................................................................................................................................................................38
Printing specialty documents.........................................................................................................................................38
Printing envelopes ......................................................................................................................................................................... 38
Printing labels .................................................................................................................................................................................. 39
Printing on custom-size paper...................................................................................................................................................40
Printing other specialty documents ........................................................................................................................................ 41
Saving and deleting print settings................................................................................................................................41
Working with photos.......................................................................43
Using recommended paper.............................................................................................................................................43
Printing photos.....................................................................................................................................................................43
Printing photos from a CD or removable storage device connected to the computer........................................ 43
Maintaining the printer...................................................................45
Maintaining print cartridges............................................................................................................................................45
Installing print cartridges.............................................................................................................................................................45
Removing used print cartridges................................................................................................................................................46
Refilling print cartridges............................................................................................................................................................... 46
Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges................................................................................................................................46
Aligning the print cartridges ...................................................................................................................................................... 47
Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles........................................................................................................................................47
Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts................................................................................................................48
Preserving the print cartridges..................................................................................................................................................49
Cleaning the exterior of the printer..............................................................................................................................49
Ordering supplies................................................................................................................................................................50
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Ordering print cartridges............................................................................................................................................................. 50
Ordering paper and other supplies..........................................................................................................................................50
Troubleshooting...............................................................................52
Using the printer troubleshooting software (Windows only).............................................................................52
Setup troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................................52
Power button is not lit ..................................................................................................................................................................52
Software did not install.................................................................................................................................................................53
Page does not print........................................................................................................................................................................ 54
Solving printer power problems...............................................................................................................................................56
Removing and reinstalling the software................................................................................................................................57
Enabling the USB port in Windows.......................................................................................................................................... 58
Wireless troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................................58
Printing a network setup page .................................................................................................................................................. 58
Wireless troubleshooting checklist..........................................................................................................................................59
Wireless configuration does not continue after the USB cable is attached ..............................................................59
Cannot print over wireless network.........................................................................................................................................60
Cannot print and there is a firewall on the computer....................................................................................................... 63
Wi-Fi indicator light is not lit.......................................................................................................................................................63
Wi-Fi indicator light is green but the printer does not print (Windows only) .......................................................... 63
Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation (Windows only).............................................................65
Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation (Macintosh only) ..........................................................67
Wi-Fi indicator light is still orange............................................................................................................................................69
Wireless print server not installed ............................................................................................................................................70
“Communication not available” message displays when printing wirelessly ..........................................................71
Notices................................................................................................72
Product information...........................................................................................................................................................72
Edition notice........................................................................................................................................................................72
European EC directives conformity statement for radio products....................................................................75
Power consumption...........................................................................................................................................................78
Networking glossary.......................................................................83
Index...................................................................................................85
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Safety information
Use only the power supply and power supply cord provided with this product or the manufacturer's authorized
replacement power supply and power supply cord.
Connect the power supply cord to an electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible.
CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Do not 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 the power cord is misused, a risk of fire or electrical shock results. Inspect the power cord regularly
for signs of misuse. 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.
This product is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific Lexmark
components. The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. Lexmark is not responsible for the use of
other replacement parts.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: Do not set up this product or make any electrical or cabling connections, such
as the power supply cord or telephone, during a lightning storm.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Introduction
Finding information about the printer
Publications
See the For
Quick Setup sheet Initial setup instructions that came with the printer.
Printed Getting Started guide Additional setup instructions that came with the printer.
Note: Not all products come with printed publications.
Electronic User's Guide Complete instructions for using the printer. The electronic version installs
automatically with the printer software.
Customer support
Description Where to find (North America) Where to find (rest of world)
Telephone support
Call us at
• US: 1-800-332-4120
– Monday–Friday (8:00 AM–11:00 PM
EST), Saturday (Noon–6:00 PM EST)
• Canada: 1-800-539-6275
– Support in English: Monday–Friday
(8:00 AM–11:00 PM EST), Saturday
(Noon–6:00 PM EST)
– Support in French: Monday–Friday
(9:00 AM–7:00 PM EST)
• Mexico: 01-800-253-9627
– Monday–Friday (8:00 AM–8:00 PM EST)
Note: Support numbers and times may
change without notice. For the most recent
telephone numbers available, see the printed
warranty statement that came with your
printer.
Telephone numbers and support hours vary
by country or region.
Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com.
Select a country or region, and then select the
Customer Support link.
Note: For additional information about
contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty
that came with your printer.
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Description Where to find (North America) Where to find (rest of world)
E-mail support
For e-mail support, visit our Web site:
www.lexmark.com.
1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT.
2 Click Technical Support.
3 Select your printer family.
4 Select your printer model.
5 From the Support Tools section, click e-
Mail Support.
E-mail support varies by country or region,
and may not be available in some instances.
Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com.
Select a country or region, and then select the
Customer Support link.
Note: For additional information about
contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty
that came with your printer.
6 Complete the form, and then click
Submit Request.
Limited Warranty
Description Where to find (USA) Where to find (rest of world)
Limited Warranty Information
Lexmark International, Inc.
furnishes a limited warranty that
this printer will be free of defects in
materials and workmanship for a
period of 12 months after the
original date of purchase.
To view the limitations and conditions of
this limited warranty, see the Statement of
Limited Warranty included with this
printer, or set forth at
www.lexmark.com.
1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT.
2 Click Warranty Information.
Warranty information varies by
country or region. See the printed
warranty that came with your
printer.
3 From the Statement of Limited
Warranty section, click Inkjet &
All-In-One Printers.
4 Scroll through the Web page to view
the warranty.
Record the following information (located on the store receipt and the back of the printer), and have it ready when
you contact customer support so that they may serve you faster:
• Machine Type number
• Serial number
• Date purchased
• Store where purchased
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Understanding the printer
Bypassing security warnings during software installation
Third-party applications, including antivirus, security, and firewall programs may alert you about the printer software
being installed. For your printer to work properly, allow the printer software to be installed on your computer.
Understanding the parts of the printer
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• Turn the printer on and off.
– If the printer is inactive for 30 minutes, then the printer reverts to sleep mode to
conserve energy. Press
– When the printer is in sleep mode, pressing and holding
turn off the printer.
• Cancel a print job. Press in the middle of a print job.
• Be alerted for errors.
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• Load or eject paper.
• Cancel a print job. Press in the middle of a print job.
Wi-Fi indicator Check wireless status:
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• Off—Indicates that no wireless option is available in the printer.
• Orange—Indicates that the printer is ready for wireless connection but it is not
connected
• Orange blinking—Indicates that the printer is configured but unable to
communicate with the wireless network
• Green—Indicates that the printer is connected to a wireless network
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or start a print job to turn the printer back on.
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Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits.
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Access cover
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• Install or change the print cartridges.
• Clear paper jams.
Paper feed guard Prevent items from falling into the paper slot.
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Paper guides Keep paper straight when feeding.
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Paper support Load paper.
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USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable.
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Warning:Do not touch the USB port except when plugging in or removing a USB
cable or installation cable.
Power supply Connect the printer to a power source using the power cord.
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1 Plug the power cord all the way into the power supply on the printer.
2 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet that other electrical devices have
been using.
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Internal wireless adapter Connect to a wireless network.
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Understanding the printer software
Installing printer software
Using Windows
1 Close all open software programs.
2 Insert the printer software CD.
3 From the main installation screen, click Install.
4 Follow the instructions on the screens.
Using Macintosh
1 Close all open software applications.
2 Insert the printer software CD.
3 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer CD icon that automatically appears.
4 Double-click the Install icon.
5 Follow the instructions on the screens.
Using the World Wide Web
1 Go to the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
2 From the home page, navigate through the menu selection, and then click Drivers & Downloads.
3 Choose the printer and the printer driver for your operating system.
4 Follow the instructions on the screens to download the driver and install the printer software.
Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only)
The XML Paper Specification (XPS) driver is an optional printer driver designed to make use of the advanced XPS
color and graphics features that are available only for Windows Vista users. To use XPS features, you must install the
XPS driver as an additional driver after you install the regular printer software.
Notes:
• Before installing the XPS driver, you must install the printer on your computer.
• Before installing the XPS driver, you must install the Microsoft QFE Patch and then extract the driver files from
the installation software CD. To install the patch, you must have administrator privileges on the computer.
To install the Microsoft QFE Patch and extract the driver:
1 Insert the installation software CD, and then click Cancel when the Setup Wizard appears.
2 Click Computer.
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3 Double-click the CD or DVD drive icon, and then double-click Drivers.
4 Double-click xps, and then double-click the setupxps file.
XPS driver files are copied to your computer, and any required Microsoft XPS files are launched. Follow the
instructions on the screen to finish installing the patch.
To install the XPS driver:
1 Click Control Panel.
2 Under Hardware and Sound, click Printer, and then click Add a Printer.
3 From the Add Printer dialog, click Add a local printer.
4 From the “Use an existing port” drop-down menu, select Virtual printer port for USB, and then click Next.
5 Click Have disk.
The Install From Disk dialog appears.
6 Click Browse, and then navigate to the XPS driver files on your computer:
a Click Computer, and then double-click (C:).
b Double-click Drivers, and then double-click Printer.
c Double-click the folder that has your printer model number, and then double-click Drivers.
d Double-click xps, and then click Open.
e From the Install From Disk dialog, click OK.
7 Click Next on the two additional dialogs that appear.
For more information on the XPS driver, see the XPS readme file on the inst allatio n softw are CD. T he file is loc ated
in the xps folder with the setupxps batch file (D:\Drivers\xps\readme).
Using the Windows printer software
When you set up the printer using the printer software CD, all the necessary software was installed. You may have
chosen to install some additional programs. The following table provides an overview of various software programs
and what they can help you do.
Note: Not all of these programs are available on all printers. For example, if you purchased a printer that does not
scan or fax items, then the printer software will not support these functions.
Use the To
LexmarkTM Productivity Studio or
Lexmark FastPics
Lexmark Fax Solutions Software
• Scan, copy, fax, e-mail, or print a photo or document.
• Transfer photos.
• Make photo greeting cards.
• Adjust settings for the printer.
• Send a fax.
• Receive a fax
• Add, edit, or delete contacts in the built-in phone book.
• Access the Lexmark Fax Setup Utility. Use the Lexmark Fax Setup Utility
to set the Speed Dial and Group Dial numbers, set Ringing and
Answering, and print fax history and status reports.
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Printing Preferences
When you select File Print with a document open, a Printing Preferences
dialog appears. The dialog lets you select options for the print job such as
the following:
• Select the number of copies to be printed.
• Print two-sided copies.
• Select the paper type.
• Add a watermark.
• Enhance images.
• Save settings.
Lexmark Wireless Setup Utility
• Set up the wireless printer on a wireless network.
• Change the wireless settings of the printer.
Using the Macintosh printer software
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Print dialog Adjust the print settings and schedule print jobs.
Printer Services dialog
• Access the printer utility.
• Troubleshoot.
• Order ink or supplies.
• Contact Lexmark.
• Check the printer software version installed on the computer.
Applications are also installed with the printer software during installation. These applications are saved in the printer
folder that appears on the Finder desktop after installation.
1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder.
2 Double-click the icon of the application that you want to use.
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Lexmark All-In-One Center
• Scan photos and documents.
• Customize settings for scan jobs.
Lexmark Fax Setup Utility
• Customize settings for fax jobs.
• Create and edit the Speed Dial list.
Lexmark Network Card Reader
• View the contents of a memory device inserted into a network printer.
• Transfer photos and documents from a memory device to the computer over
a network.
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Lexmark Printer Utility
• Get help with cartridge installation.
• Print a test page.
• Print an alignment page.
• Clean the print cartridge nozzles.
• Order ink or supplies.
• Register the printer.
• Contact customer support.
Lexmark Wireless Setup Assistant Set up the printer on a wireless network.
Note: Your printer may not come with these applications, depending on the features of the printer that you
purchased.
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Installing the printer on a wireless network
Wireless network compatibility
Your printer contains an IEEE 802.11g wireless print server. Your printer is compatible with IEEE 802.11 b/g/n routers
that are Wi-Fi certified. If you are having issues with an n router, verify with your router manufacturer that the current
mode setting is compatible with g devices, as this setting varies depending on the router brand/model.
Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network
To set up the printer for wireless printing, you need to know:
• The name of your wireless network. This is also known as the Service Set Identifier (SSID).
• If encryption was used to secure your network.
• The security key (either a WEP key or WPA passphrase) that allows other devices to communicate on the network
if encryption was used to secure your network.
If your wireless access point (wireless router) is using Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security, the WEP key should
be:
• Exactly 10 or 26 hexadecimal characters. Hexadecimal characters are A–F, a–f, and 0–9.
or
• Exactly 5 or 13 ASCII characters. ASCII characters are letters, numbers, punctuation, and symbols found on a
keyboard.
If your wireless access point (wireless router) is using Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security, the WPA passphrase
should be:
• From 8 to 63 ASCII characters. ASCII characters in a WPA passphrase are case-sensitive.
or
• Exactly 64 hexadecimal characters. Hexadecimal characters are A-F, a-f, and 0-9.
If your wireless network is not using security, then you will not have a security key. Using a wireless network with no
security is not recommended because it can allow intruders to use your network resources without your consent.
Note: Make sure you copy down the security key and SSID exactly, including any capital letters, and store it in a safe
place for future reference. Use the table provided below to write down this information.
Item Description
SSID (name of your wireless network)
Security key (WEP key or WPA passphrase)
Note: If you do not know the SSID of the network that your computer is connected to, launch the wireless utility of
the computer network adapter and look for the network name. If you cannot find the SSID or the security information
for your network, see the documentation that came with the wireless access point (wireless router), or contact the
person who set up your wireless network.
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Installing the printer on a wireless network
Before you install the printer on a wireless network, make sure that:
• You have completed the initial setup of the printer.
• 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.
Using Windows
1 Insert the installation software CD.
2 Wait a minute for the Welcome screen to appear.
If the Welcome screen does not appear after a minute, do one of the following:
In Windows Vista:
a Click .
b Locate the Start Search box.
c Type D:\setup.exe, where D is the letter of your CD or DVD drive.
In Windows XP:
a Click Start Run.
b Type D:\setup.exe, where D is the letter of your CD or DVD drive.
3 Follow the instructions on the Welcome screen to set up the printer.
Using Macintosh
1 Insert the installation software CD.
2 Wait a minute for the Welcome screen to appear.
Note: If the Welcome screen does not appear after a minute, click the CD icon on the desktop.
3 Double-click Install.
4 Follow the instructions on the Welcome screen to set up the printer.
Interpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light
The Wi-Fi indicator light helps you determine the network status of the printer.
The following describes what the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light mean.
• Off may indicate that the printer is off, the printer is in the initial power-up state, the internal print server is not
installed, or the internal print server is not properly connected.
The light should be in this state:
– When the printer is turned off
– When the printer is in power saver mode
– When the printer does not have an internal print server installed and you want to connect the printer to the
computer using a USB cable
• Orange may indicate that the printer is being configured for use on the wireless network, the internal print server
is not configured in infrastructure mode, or the internal print server is waiting to be configured for ad hoc mode.
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The light should be in this state:
– When you want to use the printer without a computer
– When you want to set up the printer on your wireless network
– When the printer is set up for an ad hoc network and is broadcasting its wireless network name (SSID)
• Blinking orange may indicate that:
– The printer is out of the range of the wireless access point (wireless router).
– The printer is trying to communicate with the wireless access point (wireless router), but the wireless access
point (wireless router) may be turned off or not working properly.
– The printer is trying to establish communication with the wireless access point (wireless router).
This is true if you have already configured the printer for use on your wireless network. When the printer has
been configured, any time you turn the printer off and then turn it back on, the internal print server in the
printer will try to connect to your wireless access point (wireless router).
– The wireless settings of the printer may no longer be valid.
• Green indicates that the printer is connected to a wireless network.
The light should be in this state when you want to start using the printer that is already set up on your wireless
network.
• Blinking green indicates that the printer internal print server is being updated.
Configuring an IP address manually
The printer will be assigned an IP address automatically through DHCP on most wireless networks.
You must select to manually assign an IP address to the printer in the following situations:
• You manually assigned IP addresses for the other network devices.
• You want to assign a specific IP address.
• You move the printer to a remote subnet.
For more information, contact the person who set up your network.
Changing wireless settings after installation
To change wireless settings on the printer, such as the configured network, the security key, or other settings:
Using Windows
1 Do one of the following:
• In Windows Vista, click .
• In Windows XP, click Start.
2 Click Programs or All Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list.
3 Click Tools Lexmark Wireless Setup Utility.
Note: If the cable is not already connected, you may be prompted to connect the printer to the computer again
using the installation cable as part of the setup process.
4 Follow the prompts on the computer screen to reinstall the software, and then make the changes that you want.
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Using Macintosh
1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder.
2 Double-click Lexmark Wireless Setup Assistant.
3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
Installing the printer on other computers
Once the printer is configured, it can be accessed wirelessly by any other computer on the network. However, you
will need to install the printer driver on every computer that will access it. You do not need to configure the printer
again, although you will need to run the wireless setup on each computer to install the driver.
Using Windows
1 Insert the installation software CD.
2 Wait for the Welcome screen to appear.
If the Welcome screen does not appear after a minute, do one of the following:
In Windows Vista:
a Click .
b Locate the Start Search box.
c Type D:\setup.exe, where D is the letter of your CD or DVD drive.
In Windows XP:
a Click Start Run.
b Type D:\setup.exe, where D is the letter of your CD or DVD drive.
3 Follow the on screen instructions for installing a configured printer on a new computer.
Using Macintosh
1 Insert the installation software CD.
2 Wait for the Welcome screen to appear.
Note: If the Welcome screen does not appear after a minute, click the CD icon on the desktop.
3 Double-click Install.
4 Follow the on screen instructions for installing a configured printer on a new computer.
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Advanced wireless setup
Creating an ad hoc wireless network
The recommended way to set up your wireless network is to use a wireless access point (wireless router). A network
set up this way is called an infrastructure network. If you have an infrastructure network in your home, you should
configure your printer for use on that network.
If you do not have a wireless access point or would like to set up a standalone network between your printer and a
computer with a wireless network adapter, then you can set up an ad hoc network.
In Windows Vista
1 Click .
2 Click Control Panel.
3 Click Network and Internet.
4 Under Network and Sharing Center, click Connect to a Network.
5 In the Connect to a Network dialog, click Set up a wireless ad-hoc (computer-to-computer) network, and then
click Next.
6 Follow the instructions in the “Set up a wireless ad hoc network” wizard. As part of the setup:
a Create a network name or SSID for the network between the computer and your printer.
b Write the name of your network in the space provided so you can refer to it when running the wireless setup.
Make sure you copy the exact spelling and capitalization.
SSID (name of your wireless network)
c Go to the Security Type drop-down list, choose WEP, and then create a security key (or password).
WEP keys must be:
• Exactly 10 or 26 hexadecimal characters. Hexadecimal characters are A–F, a–f, and 0–9.
or
• Exactly 5 or 13 ASCII characters. ASCII characters are letters, numbers, punctuation, and symbols found
on a keyboard.
Note: Security is optional for ad hoc networks. The range of an ad hoc network is much less than the
range of an infrastructure network, making it less likely that intruders will connect to it without your
knowledge.
d Write the password for your network in the space provided so you can refer to it when running the wireless
setup. Make sure you copy the exact spelling and capitalization.
Security key (if network is secure)
Windows Vista will enable the ad hoc network for you. It will appear in the “Connect to a network” dialog under
“Available networks,” indicating that the computer is configured for the ad hoc network.
7 Close the Control Panel and any remaining windows.
8 If this is the first time you will be setting up the printer for use on a wireless network, insert the installation software
CD, and then follow the instructions on the Welcome screen.
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Otherwise:
a Click .
b Click All Programs.
c Select the printer program folder, and then click Tools Lexmark Wireless Setup Utility.
9 When the available networks are displayed, provide the network name and the security information you created.
The installer will configure the printer for use with your computer.
10 Store a copy of your network name and security information in a safe place for future reference.
In Windows XP and earlier
1 Click Start.
2 Click Control Panel.
3 Click Network and Internet Connections.
4 Click Network Connections.
5 Right-click the icon for your wireless network connection.
6 Click Enable, if it appears in the pop-up menu.
Note: If Enable does not appear, your wireless connection is already enabled.
7 Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon.
8 Click Properties.
9 Click the Wireless Networks tab.
Note: If the Wireless Networks tab does not appear, your computer has third-party software that controls your
wireless settings. You must use that software to set up the ad hoc wireless network. For more information, see
the documentation for the third-party software to learn how to create an ad hoc network.
10 Select the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box.
11 Under Preferred Networks, delete any existing networks.
a Select the network to be removed.
b Click Remove to delete the network from the list.
12 Click Add to create an ad hoc network.
13 In the Network Name (SSID) box, type the name you want to give your wireless network.
14 Write down the network name you chose so you can refer to it when running the wireless setup. Make sure you
copy the exact spelling and capitalization.
SSID (name of your wireless network)
15 If Network Authentication appears in the list, then select Open.
16 In the “Data encryption” list, select WEP.
Note: Security is optional for ad hoc networks. The range of an ad hoc network is much less than the range of
an infrastructure network, making it less likely that intruders will connect to it without your knowledge.
17 If necessary, clear the “The key is provided for me automatically” check box.
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18 In the Network Key box, type in a security key.
19 Write down the security key you chose so you can refer to it when running the wireless utility. Make sure you
copy the exact spelling and capitalization.
Security key (if network is secure)
Note: For more information about passwords (security keys), see “Check your security keys” in the “Wireless
troubleshooting” section of the Troubleshooting chapter.
20 In the “Confirm network key” box, type the same security key.
21 Select This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network; wireless access points are not used..
22 Click OK twice to close the two open windows.
23 It may take a few minutes for your computer to recognize the new settings. To check on the status of your network:
a Right-click the Wireless Network Connections icon.
b Select View Available Wireless Networks.
• If the network is listed but the computer is not connected, select the ad hoc network and then click
Connect.
• If the network does not appear, wait a minute and then click Refresh network list.
24 If this is the first time you will be setting up the printer for use on a wireless network, insert the installation software
CD, and then follow the instructions on the Welcome screen.
Otherwise:
a Click Start.
b Click All Programs or Programs.
c Select the printer program folder from the list, and then click Tools Lexmark Wireless Setup Utility.
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in steps 11-16. The utility will configure the printer for use with your computer.
26 Store a copy of your network name and security information in a safe place for future reference.
Using Macintosh
1 Make sure the computer is on.
2 Create a network name.
For Mac OS X version 10.5
a
From the Finder desktop, click System Preferences.
b Click Network.
c Click AirPort.
d From the Network Name pop-up menu, click Create Network.
e Create a name for your ad hoc network, and then click OK.
For Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier
From the Finder desktop, click Go Applications.
a
b From the Applications folder, double-click Internet Connect.
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c From the toolbar, click AirPort.
d From the Network pop-up menu, click Create Network.
e Create a name for your ad hoc network, and then click OK.
3 Write down the network name you chose so you can refer to it when running the wireless utility. Make sure you
copy the exact spelling and capitalization.
SSID (name of your wireless network)
4 If this is the first time you will be setting up the printer for use on a wireless network, insert the installation software
CD, double-click the installer icon for your printer on the Finder desktop, and then follow the instructions on the
Welcome screen.
Otherwise, from the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder, and then double-click Lexmark Wireless
Setup Assistant.
5 When prompted, provide the network name and/or the security information you created.
The utility will configure the printer for use with your computer.
6 Store a copy of your network name and security information in a safe place for future reference.
Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network
Using Windows
1 Do one of the following:
• In Windows Vista, click .
• In Windows XP, click Start.
2 Click Programs or All Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list.
3 Click Tools Lexmark Wireless Configuration Utility.
4 Follow the instructions on the Welcome screen.
Using Macintosh
1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder.
2 Double-click Lexmark Wireless Setup Assistant.
3 Follow the instructions on the Welcome screen.
Frequently asked questions
What is a network?
A network is a collection of devices such as computers, printers, Ethernet hubs, wireless access points, and routers
connected together for communication through cables or through a wireless connection. A network can be wired,
wireless, or designed to have both wired and wireless devices.
Devices on a wired network use cables to communicate with each other.
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Devices on a wireless network use radio waves instead of cables to communicate with each other. For a device to be
able to communicate wirelessly, it must have a wireless print server attached or installed that lets it receive and
transmit radio waves.
How are home networks configured?
For desktop computers, laptops, and printers to communicate with each other over a network, they must be
connected by cables and/or have wireless network adapters built in or installed in them.
There are different ways a network can be set up. Five common examples appear below.
Note: The printers in the following diagrams represent printers with internal print servers built in to them so that
they can communicate over a network.
Wired network example
• A desktop computer, a laptop, and a printer are connected by Ethernet cables to a hub, router, or switch.
• The network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or a cable modem.
Internet
Wireless network examples
Four common wireless networks are:
• Scenario 1: Laptop and printer connected wirelessly with Internet
• Scenario 2: Desktop computer, laptop, and printer connected wirelessly with Internet
• Scenario 3: Desktop computer, laptop, and printer connected wirelessly without Internet
• Scenario 4: Laptop connected wirelessly to printer without Internet
Scenario 1: Laptop and printer connected wirelessly with Internet
A desktop computer is connected to a wireless router by an Ethernet cable.
•
• A laptop and a printer are connected wirelessly to the router.
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• The network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or a cable modem.
Internet
Scenario 2: Desktop computer, laptop, and printer connected wirelessly with Internet
A desktop computer, a laptop, and a printer are connected wirelessly to a wireless router.
•
• The network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or a cable modem.
Internet
Scenario 3: Desktop computer, laptop, and printer connected wirelessly without
Internet
A desktop computer, a laptop, and a printer are connected wirelessly to a wireless access point (wireless router).
•
• The network has no connection to the Internet.
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Scenario 4: Laptop connected wirelessly to printer without Internet
•
A laptop is directly connected wirelessly to a printer without going through a wireless router.
• The network has no connection to the Internet.
• This configuration is referred to as an ad hoc network.
Why do I need an installation cable?
When setting up the printer on your wireless network, the printer will need to temporarily connect to a computer
using the installation cable. This temporary connection is used to set up the wireless settings of the printer.
The installation cable connects to a rectangular USB port on the installing computer and the square USB port on the
printer.
How do I attach the installation cable?
The installation cable attaches to a USB port on the computer and to the square connector on the back of the printer.
This connection allows you to configure the printer for a networked or locally-attached installation.
1 Attach the large, rectangular connector to any USB port on your computer. USB ports may be on the front or the
back of the computer, and may be horizontal or vertical.
2 Attach the small, square connector to the printer.
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3 Continue following the on-screen instructions.
What is the difference between infrastructure and ad hoc networks?
Wireless networks can operate in one of two modes: infrastructure or ad hoc.
In infrastructure mode, all devices on a wireless network communicate with each other through a wireless router.
Devices on the wireless network must have valid IP addresses for the current network and share the same SSID and
channel as the wireless router (wireless access point).
In ad hoc mode, a computer with a wireless network adapter communicates directly with a printer equipped with a
wireless print server. The computer must have a valid IP address for the current network and be set to ad hoc mode.
The wireless print server must be configured to use the same SSID and channel that the computer is using.
The following table compares the characteristics and requirements of the two types of wireless networks.
Infrastructure Ad hoc
Characteristics
Communication Through wireless access point
(wireless router)
Security More security options
Range Determined by range and number
of wireless access points (wireless
routers)
Speed Usually faster Usually slower
Requirements for all devices
Unique IP address for each device Yes Yes
Mode set to Infrastructure mode Ad hoc mode
Same SSID Yes, including the wireless access
point (wireless router)
Same channel Yes, including the wireless access
point (wireless router)
Lexmark recommends setting up a network in infrastructure mode using the installation CD that came with the
printer.
Infrastructure mode is the recommended setup method because it has:
Directly between devices
Restricted to range of individual
devices on network
Yes
Yes
• Increased network security
• Increased reliability
• Faster performance
• Easier setup
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