Lexmark 840 Series manual Print speed is slow

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Solution 2

Select the Borderless print feature.

1From the software application, click File Print.

2Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

3Click Print Layout.

4Click Borderless.

Solution 3

Check that the paper size being used matches the printer setting.

1From the software application, click File Print.

2Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

3Click Paper Setup.

4Check the paper size.

Print speed is slow

Solution 1

Close all applications not in use.

Solution 2

Try minimizing the number and size of graphics and images in the document.

Solution 3

Consider purchasing more Random Access Memory (RAM) for your computer.

Solution 4

Remove as many unused fonts as possible from your system.

Solution 5

1From the software application, click File Print.

2Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

3Click Quality/Copies.

4From the Quality/Speed area, select a lower print quality.

Solution 6

1Uninstall the printer software, and then reinstall it. For more information, see “Removing and reinstalling the software” on page 38.

2If the software still does not install correctly, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com to check for the latest software.

aIn all countries or regions except the United States, select your country or region.

bClick the links for drivers and downloads.

Troubleshooting

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Contents Lexmark 840 Series Users GuideSafety information Contents Maintaining the printer Index Page Finding information about the printer Where to findDescription Description Where to find HelpLimited Warranty Description Where to find US Where to find rest of worldSetting up the printer Checking the box contentsUnderstanding the parts of the printer Learning about the printerUse Use Learning about the software Using the printer softwareUsing the Solution Center Use thisUsing the I Want To menu Using Print PropertiesUsing the Save Settings menu Using the Options menuTab Options Using Fast PicsUsing the Print Properties tabs MethodLoading various paper types Loading paper and various paper typesLoading paper Load up to Make sureLoad up to Make sure Load up to Printing cards PrintingPrinting a document Printing envelopesPrinting collated copies Printing transparenciesPrinting multiple pages on one sheet Printing the last page first reverse page order Using Print Properties to print borderless photos Using Fast Pics to print borderless photosWorking with photos Changing the print cartridges Maintaining the printerRemoving a used print cartridge Installing print cartridges Improving print quality Cleaning the print cartridge nozzlesAchieving better print quality Aligning the print cartridgesWiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts Part number Average cartridge standard page yield is up to Preserving the print cartridgesOrdering supplies PaperRecycling Lexmark products Power light is not lit TroubleshootingSetup troubleshooting Software does not installDoes not print Solution Print troubleshooting Poor text and graphic qualityPoor quality at the edges Print speed is slow Paper jam in the printer Jams and misfeeds troubleshootingPrinter does not print or respond Paper jam in the paper supportPrinter does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media Banner paper jamsPower light blinks slowly Blinking power light troubleshootingError messages troubleshooting Power light blinks rapidlyRemoving and reinstalling the software Black and Color cartridge replacement requiredConventions European Community EC directives conformity Power consumption Product power consumptionEnd-user license agreement Index IndexFinding