Lexmark 342n Not Ready, Performing Self Test, Power Saver, Printing Directory List, Program Flash

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Understanding the printer messages

Message

What this message means

What you can do

Not Ready

The printer is not ready to receive or

Press Go to make the printer ready to

 

process data. Someone pressed Stop to

receive jobs.

 

take the printer offline.

 

 

 

 

Performing Self Test

The printer is running the series of start-up

Wait for the message to clear.

 

tests it performs after it is turned on.

 

 

 

 

Power Saver

The printer is ready to receive and process

• Send a job to print.

 

data. It is reducing its electricity

• Press Go to quickly warm the printer to

 

consumption while idle. If the printer

normal operating temperature and

 

remains inactive for the period of time

display the Ready message.

 

specified in the Power Saver menu item (30

 

 

minutes is the factory default), the Power

 

 

Saver message replaces the Ready

 

 

message on the display.

 

 

 

 

Printing Directory List

The printer is processing or printing a

Wait for the message to clear.

 

directory of all files stored in flash memory

 

 

or on a hard disk.

 

 

 

 

Printing Font List

The printer is processing or printing a list of

Wait for the message to clear.

 

all available fonts for the specified printer

 

 

language.

 

 

 

 

Printing Menu Settings

The printer is processing or printing the

Wait for the message to clear.

 

menu settings page.

 

 

 

 

Printing Quality Test Pages

The printer is formatting and printing the

Wait for the message to clear.

 

Print Quality Test, which consists of 4

 

 

pages. Page 1 contains a mixture of

 

 

graphics and text, pages 2 and 3 contain

 

 

only graphics, and page 4 is a blank page.

 

 

If Duplex is turned on, then the pages will

 

 

be duplexed; otherwise, they are

 

 

simplexed.

 

 

 

 

Prog Engine Code

The printer is programming new engine

Wait for the message to clear and the

DO NOT POWER OFF

code.

printer to reset.

 

 

Warning: Do not turn the printer off while

 

 

this message is displayed.

 

 

 

Prog System Code

The printer is programming new system

Wait for the message to clear and the

DO NOT POWER OFF

code.

printer to reset.

 

 

Warning: Do not turn the printer off while

 

 

this message is displayed.

 

 

 

Program Flash

The printer is storing resources, such as

Wait for the message to clear.

DO NOT POWER OFF

fonts or macros, in flash memory.

Warning: Do not turn the printer off while

 

 

this message is displayed.

 

 

 

Ready

The printer is ready to receive and process

Send a job to print.

 

print jobs.

 

 

 

 

Ready Hex

The printer is in Hex Trace mode and is

• Send a job to print. All data sent to the

 

ready to receive and process print jobs.

printer is printed in hexadecimal and

 

 

character representation. Control strings

 

 

are printed, not executed.

 

 

• Turn the printer off and then on to exit

 

 

Hex Trace mode and return to Ready

 

 

status.

 

 

 

Res Reduced

The printer is reducing the resolution of a

Press Menu to open the Job Menu, and

 

page in the current job from 600 dots per

cancel the current job.

 

inch (dpi) to 300 dpi to prevent a

 

 

38 Memory Full error. Res Reduced

 

 

remains on the display while the job prints.

 

 

 

 

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Contents E340, E342n Licensing notice Edition noticeEdition June Laser notice Conventions Safety informationUnited Kingdom Telecommunications Act Electronic emission noticesPrinter energy consumption Statement of Limited Warranty Limitation of liability Additional rightsContents Contents Print media tasks and tipsHow to install options Troubleshooting 104 Printer overview Printer overview Installing printer software through the Add Printer Wizard Before installing printer softwareInstalling printer software using the drivers CD WindowsLocal Printer Settings Utility Installing optional printer softwareInstalling software for local printing MacintoshFor Mac OS 9.0 Open Apple LaserWriter UNIX/Linux`Creating a desktop printer icon Mac OS Double-clickDesktop Printer UtilityInstalling software for direct printing Shared printingInstalling software on the computer attached to the printer Setting up shared printingInstalling software for network printing Connecting other network computers to the printerAssigning a printer IP address Go to Verifying the IP settings onHelpful tips for network printing Close Network Neighborhood or My Network PlacesPrinting setup pages Verifying the IP settings Printing a network setupGo on to Verifying the IP settings on Install a custom PPD file Mac OSCreate a desktop printer NetWare Print media tasks and tips What types of print media can be loaded?Where can print media be loaded in the printer? Print media tasks and tipsPreprinted forms and letterhead Tips on choosing the right print mediaPaper TransparenciesLabels Storing paper Tips on storing print media and suppliesCard stock Storing suppliesTips on preventing jams How to load the 250-sheet and 550-sheet trays Print media tasks and tips Insert the tray Extend the paper support on the output bin Extending the tray for legal or folio size paper Attaching the dust coverHow to load the manual feeder How to use the rear exitHow to use the rear exit How to clear paper jams Print media tasks and tips Print media tasks and tips How to manually feed a print job Printing tasksPrinting tasks Portrait How to print on both sides of the paper manual duplexLandscape Printing tasks How to print multiple page images on one page N-up printing Across DownHow to print a booklet How to print a poster How to print using an overlay or a watermark How to print on letterheadUsing an overlay Using a watermark Click WatermarkFrom the printer operator panel How to cancel a print jobCanceling a job from a Macintosh computer From a Windows computerHow to install options How to access the system boardHow to install options How to add a memory card See Recognizing installed optionsHow to add a flash card How to install a 550-sheet drawer Recognizing installed options Click File Æ Properties Click the Install Options tabUsing the operator panel Indicator lightButtons Understanding the operator panelUsing the operator panel to change printer settings Menus DisabledMenus Disabled Using the printer menus Custom Types Paper MenuPaper Size Paper Source Paper TexturePaper Type Substitute Size Paper WeightSetup UniversalFinishing Menu Separator Multipage PrintMultipage View SheetsUtilities Menu Job MenuReset Printer Print BufferPictureGrade Print ResolutionQuality Menu Toner DarknessSetup Menu Fit to ProtectPrint Area WholeWait Timeout Print TimeoutToner Alarm PrinterPCL Emul Menu Point Size Symbol SetPitch Tray RenumberPpds Menu Print PS ErrorPostScript Menu Font PriorityFormat Character SetLines per Inch TrayParallel Menu Network Menu Parallel ModeSmartSwitch ProtocolStd Net Setup Network BufferUSB Menu USB Buffer See also How to change a toner Canceling JobSee also How to cancel a print job Activating Menu ChangesUnderstanding the printer messages Not Ready Power SaverPrinting Menu Settings Performing Self TestChange printer settings Resetting the PrinterSee also Using the operator panel to Restoring Factory DefaultsMemory Ppds Font ErrorRes Save Off Deficient Insufficient CollationFlash Full ErrorService Unformatted FlashMac Binary PS NPA ModeSet Card Speed Parallel Mode Understanding the printer configuration menusProtocol Reset Reset FactoryDefaults PhotoconductorPrinting the menu settings and network setup pages Software and network tasksPrinting the Print Quality Test Pages How to configure for TCP/IPVerifying the IP settings Assigning a printer IP addressUsing the printer resident Web For the USA and Canada3 What supplies do I need and how do I order them?World Wide For Europe, the Middle East, and Africa4Supplies information How to conserve suppliesFor Latin America6 How to know when you need new supplies Checking the toner and photoconductor levelsHow to change a toner cartridge Supplies information Supplies information Recycling Lexmark products How to change a photoconductor kit 100 101 Disabling the operator panel menus Enabling the menusAdministration Restoring factory default settingsPanel to change printer settings General problems Click Printer SoftwareTroubleshooting Print quality problems Print too dark When you handle the sheetsPrint too light Transparency print quality is poorIncorrect margins Ghost ImagesUneven printing Skewed printHow to clean the printhead lens 110 111 Index Index 114 115 116 TCP/IP 118

342n, 340 specifications

The Lexmark 340n and 342n are part of Lexmark's robust line of monochrome laser printers designed for small to medium-sized businesses. These models are well-known for their reliability, advanced features, and the ability to efficiently handle a high volume of printing tasks.

The Lexmark 340n offers print speeds of up to 35 pages per minute (ppm), making it a strong contender for busy work environments where time is of the essence. It features a first-page-out time of less than 6.5 seconds, ensuring that users do not have to wait long to retrieve their documents. The 342n model similarly aligns with these performance metrics but provides enhanced capabilities, particularly in terms of memory and optional print finishing features.

One of the standout characteristics of these printers is their excellent print quality. Both models utilize Lexmark's Advanced Toner technology, which helps produce crisp text and sharp images, with a print resolution of up to 1200 x 1200 dots per inch (dpi). This makes them suitable for printing professional documents, reports, and presentations.

Connectivity options are abundant in these models, allowing users to integrate them seamlessly into their existing network infrastructure. The printers support USB, Ethernet, and optional wireless connections, providing flexibility for different workplace setups. Additionally, the Lexmark 340n and 342n are compatible with various mobile printing solutions, such as Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print, enabling users to print directly from their smartphones and tablets.

Another important feature is the user-friendly control panel, which includes a 2-line LCD display for easy navigation through settings and functions. Both models also have a standard paper capacity of 250 sheets, which can be expanded with optional trays, making them capable of handling larger print jobs without frequent paper replenishment.

Furthermore, they are designed with energy efficiency in mind. The models comply with Energy Star certification standards, minimizing power consumption during operation and standby modes. This not only reduces operational costs but also supports environmentally friendly practices within the workplace.

In summary, the Lexmark 340n and 342n printers are equipped with a combination of speed, quality, and connectivity that meets the demands of modern businesses. With their advanced features and robust performance, these printers are ideal choices for organizations looking to optimize their printing processes while maintaining high standards of output quality.