Lexmark 301, S500 Why do I need an installation cable?, How do I attach the installation cable?

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Scenario 4: Computer connected wirelessly to a printer without Internet access

•A computer is directly connected to a printer without going through a wireless router.

•This configuration is referred to as an ad hoc network.

•The network has no connection to the Internet.

Note: Most computers can connect to only one wireless network at a time. If you access the Internet over a wireless connection, you will lose Internet access if you are connected to 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.

1Attach 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.

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Contents Intuition S500 Series Users Guide AprilContents Copying Scanning139 Troubleshooting123 Safety info rm ation Abo ut yo ur prin ter Thank you for choosing this printerMinimizing your printers environmental impact Conserving energyFinding information about the printer Conserving inkRecycling PublicationsUsers Guide Understanding the parts of the printer UseAbout your printer Ordering ink cartridges Using genuine Lexmark ink cartridgesOrde rin g an d replac in g supplies Replacing ink cartridges Ordering paper and other supplies Recycling Lexmark productsUsing the printer control panel buttons and menus Using the printer control panelSided/Eco-Mode To disable the settings timeout feature Changing temporary settings into new default settingsTo change the temporary settings into new default settings Changing the Power Saver timeout Resetting to factory settingsUsing the printer control panel menus Saving paper and energy with Eco-ModeInitial Setup Complete appears on the display Using th e printe r so f t w are Using the Windows printer softwareSoftware installed during printer installation Minimum system requirementsPrinter software Abbyy Sprint OCRSoftware resident in the Macintosh OS Using the Macintosh printer softwarePrinter software Finding and installing optional software For Windows usersFor Macintosh users Select Printer HomeReinstalling the printer software Checking for software updatesEnabling automatic software updates Uninstalling the printer softwareInstalling the printer software Using the World Wide WebLoad in g pape r a nd ori gi nal do cu m ents Loading paperPaper and specialty media guidelines Make sure thatLoading paper and original documents Saving paper default settings Loading original documents on the scanner glass Prin ting Tips for printingPrinting basic documents Printing a documentCollating printed copies Printing pages in reverse orderPrinting multiple pages on one sheet If the printer is using a USB connection Printing labels Printing specialty documentsPrinting envelopes Printing on custom-size paper Tips on loading label sheetsSelect Use custom page size Using a memory card or flash drive with the printerWorking with photos Printing photos using the printer control panel Supported memory cards and file typesEditing photos using the printer control panel You canFor Windows users For Macintosh usersPrinting photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera Printing photos from a memory device using the proof sheet Printing photos from a digital camera using Dpof Bluetooth Dongle Connected appears on the display Setting the Bluetooth security level Printing from a Bluetooth-enabled devicePrinting on both sides of the paper duplexing Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing automaticallyPortrait Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing manually Click Print & Fax Setting your printer as the default printerManaging print jobs Changing the printing mode Changing the printing mode for a single print jobFor Windows users For Macintosh usersPausing print jobs Resuming print jobsCanceling print jobs Making copies Cop yingTips for copying Enlarging or reducing images Copying photosCopying a two-sided document Making a copy lighter or darker Adjusting copy qualityCollating copies using the printer control panel Repeating an image on one Copying multiple pages on one sheetMaking a duplex copy manually Making a duplex copyMaking a duplex copy automatically Canceling copy jobs Scanning to a local or network computer Scan ningTips for scanning Scanning photos into an editing application Using the printer control panelScanning to a flash drive or memory card Using the printer software Click Document Scanning documents into an editing applicationClick Preview/Edit Scanning directly to e-mail using the printer software Scanning FAQ Why am I being asked for a PIN?What is an application list, and how do I update it? How can I improve the quality of a scan?Canceling scan jobs Updating the application listInstalling the printer on a wireless network Wireless network compatibilityNetwo rking Supported network security optionsPrinting a network setup Installing the printer on a wireless network Installing the printer on other computersInterpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light Special wireless installation instructionsAdding the printer to your wireless network Before you beginChanging wireless settings after installation Select Other Wireless Network, and then click ContinueAssigning a static IP address Click Unlisted NetworkWindows Vista Advanced wireless setupCreating an ad hoc wireless network Windows XP Select View Available Wireless Networks WindowsMac OS X version Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlierAdding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network Click Wireless setup utility linkSwitching between USB and wireless connections Windows only Using the printer wirelesslyUsing the printer locally USB Double-clickLexmark Setup AssistantIf the printer is currently set up for wireless Sharing a printer in a Windows environmentMac OS X version Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlierSharing a printer in a Macintosh environment From the menu bar, click Help  System Preferences HelpNetworking FAQ What is Wi-Fi Protected Setup?Where do I find my WEP key or WPA passphrase? What is an SSID?Where do I find my SSID? What is a network?How are home networks configured? Wireless network examplesScenario 2 Wireless network with Internet access Scenario 3 Wireless network with no Internet accessWhy do I need an installation cable? How do I attach the installation cable?How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different? Requirements for all devicesRemove Obstacles Between the Access Point and the Printer Finding the signal strengthHow can I improve wireless signal strength? Arrange the Network to Reduce Signal Absorption Remove Sources of InterferenceFor Macintosh users with a wireless access point For Macintosh users with an AirPort base stationWhat is a MAC address? How do I find the MAC address?How do I locate IP addresses? What is an IP address?What is TCP/IP? What is a key index? How to locate a printer IP addressHow are IP addresses assigned? Click More InfoMain taining the prin t er Maintaining ink cartridgesChecking ink levels Aligning the printheadCleaning the printhead nozzles Cleaning the exterior of the printer Cleaning the scanner glassUsing the Service Center to solve printer problems If Troubleshooting does not solve your problemSetup troubleshooting Troublesho otingIncorrect language appears on the display Printhead errorsChange the Language Using the Printer Menus Remove and Reinsert the Printhead Software did not install Reconnect the Printer Power SupplyPrint job does not print or is missing pages Make Sure the INK Cartridges are Inserted CorrectlyRemove and Reinstall the Printer Software Make Sure the Printer is not in Power Saver ModePrinter is printing blank pages Printer is busy or does not respondMake Sure the USB Port is Enabled in Windows Cannot delete documents from the print queueCannot print through USB Restart the Computer and TRY AgainJams and misfeeds troubleshooting Paper jam in the printerPaper jam in the paper support Paper jam in the duplex unitPage Poor quality at the edges Print troubleshootingPaper or specialty media misfeeds 100 Streaks or lines on printed imagePrint speed is slow Copy and scan troubleshooting Computer slows down when printingCopier or scanner does not respond Scanner unit does not closePartial copies or scans of documents or photos Scan was not successfulScanning takes too long or freezes the computer 102Memory card troubleshooting Memory card troubleshooting checklistNothing happens when a memory card is inserted Cannot scan to a computer over a network104 Wireless troubleshootingCannot print documents from a memory card or flash drive 105 Wireless troubleshooting checklistResetting the wireless settings to factory defaults Cannot print over wireless network 106Move Your Access Point Away from Other Electronic Devices Check the Wireless Signal QualityCheck Your Advanced Security Settings 107For Macintosh users with a wireless access point 108For Macintosh users with an AirPort base station Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlierContinue button is unavailable 109Make Sure That the Printer is Plugged in and Turned on Make Sure That the USB Port on the Computer is WorkingReconnect the Power Supply TRY Running the Installer AgainCannot print and there is a firewall on the computer 110Wi-Fi indicator light is not lit 111If you are using WEP security Select the Wireless Port112 Check Network NameIf you are using WPA security Make Sure the Access Point is onMove Your Access Point to Minimize Interference 113Ping the Access Point to Make Sure the Network is Working 114115 Double-clickNetwork Utility10.168.1.101 Make Sure Your Computer can Communicate with the Printer117 Wireless print server not installedConfigure the Printer for Wireless Access Again How to locate a printer IP address 118Make Sure the Wireless Port is Selected 119Eliminate Sources of Interference Resolving intermittent wireless communications issues120 Change the Channel the Wireless Router Uses Configure the Wireless Router with a Unique Ssid121 Assign Static IP Addresses to ALL Devices in the NetworkCheck for Known Issues with the Wireless Router Check for Wireless Adapter Updates122 Change ALL Network Devices to the Same TypeProduct information Edition notice123 Lexmark International, Inc. All rights reserved124 TrademarksLicensing notices 125 Hinweis zum GS-ZeichenNoise emission levels 126 Temperature informationBattery notice Power consumption 127European Community EC directives conformity Industry Canada compliance statementAvis de conformité aux normes de l’industrie du Canada Regulatory notices for telecommunication terminal equipmentSouth Africa telecommunications notice 129130 Using this product in Switzerland Regulatory notices for wireless productsUtilisation de ce produit en Suisse Verwendung dieses Produkts in der SchweizExposure to radio frequency radiation Industry Canada Canada132 Industry Canada CanadaTaiwan NCC RF notice statement 133134 DeutschLexmark Software Limited Warranty and License Agreements 135136 137 138 Index 139140 141 Dpof142 Ssid143 VPN144
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301, 30E, S500 specifications

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The Lexmark S500 series stands out with its sophisticated color printing abilities and high-performance features. This series is engineered for higher volume printing, with options for both single and multi-function models. The S500 offers color print speeds that rival many monochrome printers, making it efficient for businesses that require rich, vivid color documents. It features Lexmark's award-winning imaging technology, which guarantees outstanding color accuracy and detail. Advanced security features, such as secure printing and user authentication, are also integrated, ensuring sensitive information remains protected.

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