Xerox 5500 manual Windows NT, Preliminary Steps

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Phaser® 5500 Laser Printer

Windows NT 4.x

This topic includes:

"Preliminary Steps" on page 3-20

"Quick CD-ROM Install Steps" on page 3-20

"Other Methods of Installation" on page 3-21

"Windows NT 4.x Troubleshooting (TCP/IP)" on page 3-22

"infoSMART Knowledge Base Documents (English only)" on page 3-23

Preliminary Steps

These preliminary steps must be performed for all printers:

1.Verify that the printer is plugged in, turned On, and connected to an active network.

2.Verify that the printer is receiving network information by monitoring the LEDs on the back of the device or on the CentreDirect External Print Server. When the printer is connected to a functioning network and receiving traffic, its link LED is green, and its amber traffic LED is flashing rapidly.

3.Proceed to “Quick CD-ROM Install Steps” or “Other Methods of Installation” for the installation method desired.

4.Print a “Configuration Page” and keep it for reference.

Quick CD-ROM Install Steps

1.Insert the Printer Installer and Utilities CD-ROM into the computer’s CD-ROM drive. If the installer does not launch, do the following:

a.Click Start, then click Run.

b.In the Run window, type: <CD drive>:\INSTALL.EXE.

2.Select your desired language from the list.

3.Select Install Printer Driver.

4.Click I Agree to accept the Xerox Software License Agreement.

5.In the Select Printer dialog box, the default Use Walk-Up Technology (recommended for network printers) is selected. Click Next.

6.Follow the Use Walk-Up Technology instructions displayed.

7.Click Exit Program.

Note

If the Walk-Up Technology dialog box remains onscreen after you have completed Steps 1–6, click the Back button, then click Select from the following discovered printers. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation procedure.

For more information, go to the table of infoSMART Knowledge Base documents at the end of this section.

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Contents User Guide Page Contents Contents PrintingPhaser 5500 Laser Printer Iii NetworkingTroubleshooting Print-Quality Problems Contents Features Copyright 2004 Xerox Corporation. All Rights ReservedPrinter Features Printer TourAvailable Configurations Features Printer Configuration 5500BPrinter Tour 5500DN 5500DTFront View Rear ViewInternal Components 10 11 10 -Sheet Feeder Trays 4 and 5 connectionPrinter Options and Upgrades UpgradesResources OptionsFront Panel Front Panel DescriptionError and Warning Messages Front Panel LayoutFront Panel Print Icon Menu MapInformation Pages Sample PagesPrinter Drivers Available Printer DriversPrinter Driver Features Windows Macintosh Feature 2000, XP 98, MePrinter Drivers Server OS X 2003CentreWare Internet Services is Managing Your PrinterPrinter’s IP Address Launching CentreWare isPhaserSMART Launching PhaserSMART from CentreWare isPrintingScout Managing Your PrinterPrinter Settings Accessing Power SaverSelecting Output Options Preventing Access to Front Panel Settings Printer SettingsSelecting Job Offset Accessing the Startup Using CentreWare isUsing the Printer’s Front Panel Select Printer DefaultsAccessing Load Paper Timeout Printing the Startup Page Using the Front PanelSelecting Tray Settings Tray SwitchingTray Sequence Selecting the Default Tray Adjusting Front Panel Brightness Adjusting Front Panel ContrastChanging Printer Language Fonts Types of FontsResident Printer Fonts Viewing a List of Resident FontsUsing a PC Printer Driver Select the Troubleshooting tabPrinting a List of Resident Fonts FontsDownloading Fonts Downloading Fonts from CentreWare Font Management UtilityPCL Font Type Support Postscript Font Type SupportWeb link from the Printer Installer and Utilities CD-ROM Registering Your PrinterPrinting Supported Papers GuidelinesPaper that May Damage Your Printer Tray Setup Supported PapersTray 6 Long-Edge Feed Supported Paper and Media Paper Sizes and Weights Available Supplies Xerox Postcards Xerox Trifold BrochuresBasic Printing Loading Paper in Tray 1 MPT for Single-Sided PrintingCan occur, and the fuser can be Damaged Basic Printing Long-Edge Feed Short-Edge Feed Loading Paper in Trays 2-5 for Single-Sided Printing Fuser can be damaged5500-129 5500-130 Push the tray completely into the printer Loading Paper in Tray 6 for Single-Sided Printing Xerox Loading Paper in Tray 1 MPT for 2-Sided Printing 5500-139 Loading Paper in Trays 2-5 for 2-Sided Printing Pull out the tray 5500-134 5500-135 Loading Paper in Tray 6 for 2-Sided Printing Fan the paper to release sheets that may stick together Xerox Using the Stapler Stapling OptionsMac OS 9 driver Mac OS X version 10.1 and higher driverBasic Printing Adding Staples Remove the staple unit by lifting it up and out Using the Hole Puncher Front PanelPrinter Driver Windows CentreWare isClick Properties Emptying the Punch Waste Box Factors Affecting Printer Performance Adjusting Printing Options Setting Printing OptionsSelecting Properties for an Individual Job Windows Adjusting Printing Options Windows Me 2003 Paper/Quality tabSelecting Properties for an Individual Job Mac Image Options tabPrinter Features HigherLayout Output OptionsCover Type of Print Job Print-Quality Mode Selecting Print-Quality ModesWindows 98, Windows Me PostScript driver 600 x 600 dpiSided Printing Automatic 2-Sided PrintingGuidelines Binding Preferences Sided PrintingOperating System Steps Mac OS X version 10.1 and higher Transparencies Guidelines for TransparenciesPrinting Transparencies from Tray 1 MPT or Tray Printing Transparencies from Trays Transparencies5500-143 Envelopes Guidelines for EnvelopesBuying and Storing Envelopes Preparing to PrintPrinting Envelopes from Tray 1 MPT EnvelopesPrinting Envelopes from the Optional Envelope Tray Postcards Guidelines for PostcardsPrinting Postcards Tray 1 MPTPostcards Envelope TrayLabels Guidelines for LabelsPrinting Labels Labels TraysTray Specialty Paper Trifold BrochuresGuidelines for Trifold Brochures Printing Trifold Brochures Specialty Paper5500-129 5500-242 Weatherproof Paper Guidelines for Weatherproof PaperPrinting Weatherproof Paper 5500-129 Tray Custom Size Paper Printing Custom SizeLoading the Paper Trays Custom Size Paper Tray 1 MPT Trays5500-065 After Removing Custom Size Paper Advanced Options Printing Separation PagesPrinting Multiple Pages to a Single Sheet N-Up Advanced OptionsWindows NT PostScript driver Printing Booklets Printing Negative and Mirror Images Negative Image Mirror ImageTo select negative or mirror images in a supported driver Scaling Windows NT driverMac OS 9, Mac OS X version 10.1 and higher driver Printing Watermarks Image Smoothing Printing Cover Pages Cover Print Option Pages Printed on CoverPrint Option Last Page of Text Blank Pages Printer Features dialog box, select Last Page Paper Source Printing or Deleting Secure Print Jobs Printing or Deleting Personal Print JobsPrinting or Deleting Proof and Saved Print Jobs Supplies and Recycling SuppliesConsumables Routine Maintenance Items RecyclingCustomer Usage Patterns Supplies and RecyclingNetworking Overview of Network Setup and Configuration Connections and Internet Protocol TCP/IPConnecting via Ethernet Recommended Choosing a Connection MethodEthernet ParallelConnecting via USB Standalone Cable or DSL Network ConnectionWindows 98 or Later and Windows 2000 or Later Macintosh OSConfiguring the Network Address Automatically Setting the Printer’s IP AddressTCP/IP and IP Addresses Dynamic Methods of Setting the Printer’s IP Address Information CommentsDynamic Domain Name Service Ddns Release Host Name Set to noPrimary Wins Server optional Secondary Wins Server optional Manually Setting the Printer’s IP Address InfoSMART Knowledge Base Documents English onlyReference Name Title Using CentreWare Software CentreWare Internet Services isPrinter Management Software Feature Benefit CentreWare DP for NetWareCentreWare MC Microsoft Management Console CentreWare WebUsing Printer Management Features Job AccountingMaiLinX Alerts Usage Profile ReportsClick Save Changes Xerox Usage Analysis Tool Click Send Usage Profile ReportQuick CD-ROM Install Steps Select Install Printer DriverWindows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server Preliminary StepsOther Methods of Installation Microsoft TCP/IP ProtocolWindows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server Right-clickLocal Area Connection, then click PropertiesClick the Create a New Port button Printing the Configuration Microsoft IPP PortHttp//printer-ip-address/ipp Verifying Settings Verifying Driver InstallationPrinting a Test InfoSMART Knowledge Base Documents English only Windows NT Quick Install Steps Microsoft TCP/IP Protocol Windows NTClick New Port Windows NT 4.x Troubleshooting TCP/IP Verifying Installation Status column Started Startup column AutomaticWindows 98 and Windows Me Xerox TCP/IP Port Monitor Windows 98 and Windows MePhaserPort Software Add Xerox TCP/IP Port windowClick OK to exit Printer Properties Windows 98 and Windows Me Troubleshooting R100207118 Installing a Windows 98/Me printer driver Enabling and Using EtherTalk for Mac OS MacintoshRequirements Enabling and Using TCP/IP for Mac OS Setting Up the Macintosh Ethernet Port for TCP/IPCreating an LPR Printer with LaserWriter 8.5.1 or Higher Select Built-In Ethernet from the Active Ports menuPhaserPort for Mac OS System Requirements Launch the PhaserPort Printer ToolClick Quit to exit the PhaserPort Printer Tool Click Change Setup in the Finder’s Printing menuVerify that AppleTalk is enabled in System Preferences RequirementsMacintosh Troubleshooting Step-By-Step Mac OS X, Versions 10.1 and Higher Configuration Software for NetWare Networks Quick SetupAdvanced Setup Novell enable is OnNovell NetWare Troubleshooting Novell Distributed/Enterprise Print Services NDPS/NEPSNovell NetWare Novell NetWare Troubleshooting Quick Check Novell Directory Services Bindery Verifying the Network Settings Printing a DocumentQuick Install Steps Unix LinuxFrom the Printer Additional Resources From Your ComputerUnix Linux Click Go to DownloadsTroubleshooting Automatic Diagnostic Tools PhaserSMART Technical SupportFront Panel i Button Paper Jams Jam at a Paper JamsJam at B Open Door B Close Door B Jam at B and C 5500-005 Open Door C Close Door C Jam at C 5500-008 Jam at D Jam at D and a Paper Jams 5500-001 Jam at E Open Door E Close Door E Jam at F Jam at G Open Door G Jam at H Jam at the Stacker Upper Tray Paper Size Jam in Tray 1 MPT Close Door a Paper Size Jam in Trays 5500-001 Paper Size Jam in Tray Push the tray completely into the printer 5500-001 Jam at Tray 2, 3, 4, or Remove crumpled paper from the tray Jam at Tray 1 MPT 5500-048 Jam at Tray 2 and Door a Open Door a Pull Tray 2 completely out of the printer Remove crumpled paper from the tray Jam at Tray 3 and Door B Open Door B Close Door B Pull Tray 3 completely out of the printer 5500-217 Jam at Tray 4 or 5 and Door C Close Door C 5500-212 Insert the tray and push it completely into the printer Jam at Tray Open Door J and lift the access handle Close the jam access handle and close Door J Print-Quality Problems Problem Causes Solutions Light PrintsBlank Prints Problem Causes Solutions Black Prints Horizontal Line DeletionsVertical Line Deletions Print-Quality Problems Problem Causes Solutions Horizontal Dark StreaksRepetitive Vertical Dark Streaks Dark Spots or MarksProblem Causes Solutions Unfused or Partially Fused ImageWrinkled Prints Blurred PrintsProblem Causes Solutions Random or Spot Deletions Repeating DefectsDefect Spacing Supply to Replace Maintenance Cleaning the Outside of the PrinterFront Panel Messages Status MessagesErrors and Warnings Front Panel MessagesMessage Description Front Panel Messages Jam At B And C Open Doors B And C To Clear Jam C3-2, C4-2 Front Panel Messages Jam At Tray 3 Remove Tray To Clear Jam C2-1, C2-3 Jam At Tray 5 Remove Tray To Clear Out Of Paper Slide in Tray 6 Feeder Stacker Upper Tray Is Full, Unload Toner Is Low Wrong Paper Size Precautions for Moving the Printer Moving and Repacking the PrinterDocumentation CD-ROM Moving the Printer Within the Office Preparing the Printer for ShipmentMoving and Repacking the Printer Additional Resources SupportInfoSMART Web LinksAdditional Resources User Safety Electrical SafetyLaser Safety Maintenance Safety Operational SafetyOverhead Clearance Total Height RequirementsOperational Guidelines Symbols Marked on Product Warranty Printer Specifications Physical SpecificationsEnvironmental Specifications Electrical SpecificationsPerformance Specifications Controller SpecificationsUSB Regulatory Information United StatesCanada European UnionPhaser 5500 Laser Printer Material Safety Data Sheet Product Recycling Disposal Original SSLeay License Phaser 5500 Laser Printer Phaser 5500 Laser Printer Index-1 IndexPhaser 5500 Laser Printer Index-2 IndexPhaser 5500 Laser Printer Index-3 Phaser 5500 Laser Printer Index-4 Phaser 5500 Laser Printer Index-5 Phaser 5500 Laser Printer Index-6 Phaser 5500 Laser Printer Index-7 Phaser 5500 Laser Printer Index-8
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5500 specifications

The Xerox 5500 is a versatile color multifunction printer that stands out in the realm of office solutions. Engineered to meet the demands of medium to large workgroups, it combines high-quality printing with sophisticated technology, ensuring reliable and efficient performance.

One of the standout features of the Xerox 5500 is its impressive printing capabilities. It boasts a print speed of up to 30 pages per minute (ppm) for color and monochrome documents, making it a robust choice for busy environments. With a maximum monthly duty cycle of up to 90,000 pages, this printer is designed to handle high-volume tasks effortlessly.

The Xerox 5500 utilizes advanced solid ink technology, which not only produces vibrant, high-quality color prints but also enhances environmental sustainability. The solid ink sticks come in a compact form, reducing waste and simplifying the recycling process. This innovative ink system generates less paper waste because it requires fewer consumables compared to traditional laser printers.

In terms of print resolution, the 5500 offers an outstanding 1200 x 1200 dpi, ensuring sharp text and stunning images that meet professional standards. The printer’s ability to handle various media sizes and types further adds to its flexibility. It supports a wide range of paper sizes from letter to tabloid and can manage different weights, accommodating various business printing needs.

The Xerox 5500 also integrates seamlessly into modern office environments with built-in networking capabilities. It boasts support for USB, Ethernet, and wireless connectivity, allowing multiple users to share the device without hassle. Furthermore, the printer is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems, ensuring versatility across different user preferences.

User-friendliness is paramount in the design of the Xerox 5500. The printer features a large color touchscreen interface that simplifies navigation and settings adjustment. Moreover, it supports mobile printing options, including Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print, catering to the increasing demand for mobile office solutions.

Lastly, the Xerox 5500 prioritizes security with features like secure print, which allows users to send documents that will only print once they release them at the device. This ensures confidentiality and protects sensitive information, a critical requirement for many organizations.

In conclusion, the Xerox 5500 is a powerful multifunction printer that excels in speed, quality, and innovation while maintaining a focus on environmental sustainability and security. Its robust features make it an excellent choice for any business seeking efficient printing solutions.