System Requirements, Microsoft Windows, Macintosh | Dell 1235cn

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Before you begin, ensure that your system meets the following requirements:

Microsoft® Windows®

Your printer supports the following Windows operating systems.

OPERATING	REQUIREMENT (RECOMMENDED)


SYSTEM	CPU	RAM	FREE HDD
	CPU	RAM	SPACE
			SPACE
Windows	Intel® Pentinum® II 400	128 MB	600 MB
2000	MHz (Intel Pentium III 933	(256 MB)
	MHz)
Windows XP	Intel Pentium III 933 MHz	128 MB	1.5 GB
	(Intel Pentium IV 1 GHz)	(256 MB)
Windows	Intel Pentium III 933 MHz	128 MB	1.25 GB to
Server 2003	(Intel Pentium IV 1 GHz)	(512 MB)	2 GB
Windows	Intel Pentium IV 3 GHz	512 MB	15 GB
Vista®		(1024 MB)
Windows	Intel Pentium IV 1 GHz	512 MB	10 GB
Server 2008	(Intel Pentium IV 2 GHz)	(2048 MB)

• Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher is the minimum requirement for all Windows operating systems.

•Software installation can be only be performed by users with Administrator rights.

•Windows Terminal Service is compatable with this printer.

Macintosh

		REQUIREMENT (RECOMMENDED)
OPERATING
OPERATING				FREE
SYSTEM		CPU	RAM	FREE
SYSTEM				HDD
				HDD
				SPACE

Mac OS X	•	Intel Processor	• 128 MB for a	1 GB
10.3 ~ 10.4	•	Power PC G4/G5	Power-PC
			based Mac
			(512 MB).
			• 512 MB for an
			Intel-based Mac
			(1 GB)
Mac OS X 10.5	•	Intel Processor	512 MB (1 GB)	1 GB
	•	867 MHz or
		faster Power PC
		G4 /G5

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Dell 1235cn manual System Requirements, Microsoft Windows, Macintosh, Operating Free System CPU RAM HDD Space

Contents

Multi Functional Printer Special Features Features of your new laser printer Convention Description Example About this USER’S Guide Finding More Information Quick Install GuideOnline User’s Guide Printer Driver Help What the icons and signs in this user’s guide mean Safety informationImportant Safety Symbols and Precautions AWG American Wire Gauge Contents Printing a document Canceling a print job Sending a fax ID card copying Using special copy featuresFax setup Scanning by a network connection Printing from a USB memory device Understanding display messages Solving other problemsBacking up data Managing USB memory General specifications How to purchasePrinter specifications Scanner specifications Front view Rear view IntroductionPrinter Overview Control Panel Overview Status Description Understanding the Status LEDAcknowledging the Status of the Toner Cartridge Darkness Sending Menu Overview Contents Printer Driver FeaturesFeature Windows Macintosh Supplied Software Getting started Setting UP the Hardware Microsoft Windows System RequirementsMacintosh Operating Free System CPU RAM HDD Space Configuring network protocol via the printer Setting UP the NetworkUsing the SetIP program Installing the driver software Getting started Printers Basic Settings Auto continue Entering characters using the number keypadUsing the save modes Getting started Loading Originals Loading originals and print mediaOn the scanner glass ADF Selecting Print Media Type Size Dimensions Weighta Capacityb Specifications on print media Mode Size Source Media sizes supported in each modeGuidelines for special print media Media Type Guidelines Paper Changing the Size of the Paper in the Paper TrayPreprinted Slide the tray 1 back into the printer Feeding the print material manually Setting the Paper Size and TypePrinting on Special Print Materials Copying Changing the Settings for Each CopyCopying Using Special Copy Features Changing the Default Copy SettingsID Card Copying Up or 4-up copying Clone copying Setting Copy TimeoutErasing background images Gray enhance copying Scanning Setting scan information in Dell Scan ManagerScanning Basics Scanning from the Control Panel Click Machine Settings and User Authentication Setting up an e-mail accountScanning by a Network Connection Scanning to Email Setting UP Address Book Changing the Settings for Each Scan JOBChanging the Default Scan Settings Searching with a particular first letter Printing Address Book Printing a Document Canceling a Print JOBBasic printing Adjusting the document settings Setting the fax headerResolution Faxing Sending a fax manually Sending a fax automaticallyConfirming a transmission Automatic redialing Adding pages to a delayed fax Sending a delayed faxCanceling a delayed fax Sending a priority fax Receiving a FAX Activating secure receiving mode Receiving in secure receiving modeReceiving faxes in memory Forwarding faxes Changing the fax setup options FAX SetupForwarding received faxes to email address Sending options Setting up Address Book Changing the default document settingsPrinting sent fax report automatically Speed dial numbers Printing Address Book Searching Address Book for an entryDeleting a Address Book entry About USB Memory Using USB memory devicePlugging in a USB Memory Device Scanning to a USB Memory Device Backing UP Data Printing from a USB Memory Device Printing Directly from a Digital Camera Managing USB MemoryDeleting an image file Formatting a USB memory device Adjusting the Color Contrast MaintenancePrinting Reports Printing a report Cleaning the outside Cleaning Your PrinterCleaning the inside Clearing Memory Plug in the power cord and turn the printer on White sheet ADF Sheet Scanner glass Scanner lid Cleaning the scan unit Replacing the Toner Cartridge Maintaining the CartridgeToner cartridge storage Expected cartridge life Maintenance Replacing the Imaging Unit Replacing the Waste Toner Container To access Embedded Web Service Maintenance PartsManaging Your Printer from the Website Checking the PRINTER’S Serial Number Tips for Avoiding Paper Jams TroubleshootingClearing Document Jams Exit misfeed Roller misfeed Clearing Paper JamsTray Fuser unit area Fuser lever Paper exit area Troubleshooting Understanding Display Messages Meaning Suggested Solutions Open Heat Error Network ErrorNot Assigned Page/Cancel Job Over Heat Error Stop Pressed Stop/Clear has been Wrong ConfigContinue or Black Only Or Continue or Black Printing problems Solving Other ProblemsCondition Suggested Solutions Condition Possible Suggested Solutions Cause Printing quality problems White Spots DropoutsVertical lines Color or Black Copying problems Dell Scan Manager problems Scanning problems Common Macintosh problems Fax problemsCommon Windows problems Ordering supplies HOW to PurchaseSupplies Type General Specifications Specifications Copier Specifications Printer SpecificationsScanner Specifications Facsimile Specifications Glossary Ethernet ITU-T No chartEtherTalk Fuser Unit Modem MAC addressNetWare Originals Toner Cartridge Subnet MaskUNC Path Watermark Index Clock mode 20 control panel 12 copying Receiving modes 41 redialing Page Software section Contents Sharing the Printer Locally For a USB-connected Select Typical installation for a local printer. Click Next Installing Printer SoftwareInstalling Software for Local Printing Select Custom installation. Click Next Custom Installation Installing Printer Software in Windows Installing Software for Network Printing Custom Installation Reinstalling Printer Software Removing Printer Software Select the components you want to reinstall and click Next Select your printer driver from the Name drop-down list Printing a Document Select Printers and Faxes Select your printer driver icon Printer SettingsPrinting to a file PRN Paper Tab Layout Tab Graphic Tab Color Mode Using Help Using a Favorite SettingOther Options Tab About Tab Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper N-Up Printing Advanced Printing Printing Booklets Printing Posters Printing a Reduced or Enlarged Document Printing on Both Sides of PaperFitting Your Document to a Selected Paper Size None Using an Existing Watermark Using WatermarksCreating a Watermark Editing a Watermark What is an Overlay? Using OverlaysUsing a Page Overlay Creating a New Page Overlay Setting Up a Client Computer Setting Up a Host ComputerCheck the Share this printer box Double-clickPrinters and Faxes Smarthru Office Using SmarThru OfficeStarting SmarThru Office Quick Start Guide Profile SettingScan Select File Send to Send By E-mail Scanning Using the WIA Driver Scanning Process with TWAIN- enabled SoftwareSettings, Control Panel, and then Scanners and Cameras Windows XP Printer Status Monitor Printer Settings Utility Dell Toner Re-order application Firmware Update Utility Uninstalling software Installing SoftwareSelect Easy Install and click Install. Easy Install is Select Uninstall and click Uninstall For a Network-connected Setting Up the PrinterFor a USB-connected Click Add on the Printer List Printing a Document Changing Printer SettingsPrinting Graphics Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper Start Applications and click Image Capture ScanningScanning with USB Index TWAIN, scan REV