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Dell V725w User's Guide
January 2012
www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Machine type(s):
4449
Model(s):
7d1, 7dE
Contents
Main
Contents
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Safety information
About your printer
Thank you for choosing this printer!
Minimizing your printer's environmental impact
Conserving energy
Conserving paper
Finding information about the printer
Publications
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Understanding the parts of the printer
About your printer 10
About your printer 11
Ordering and replacing supplies
Ordering ink cartridges
Replacing ink cartridges
Removing ink cartridges
Installing ink cartridges
Recycling Dell products
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Using the printer control panel buttons and menus
Replacing the language sheet
Using the printer contro l panel
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Changing the Sleep timeout
Saving paper and energy
Restoring factory default settings
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Using shortcuts
What are shortcuts?
Getting started
Launching the shortcuts page using the printer software
Creating a shortcut
Using shortcuts on the printer
Modifying or deleting a shortcut
Using the printer software
Minimum system requirements
Supported operating systems
Using the Windows printer software
Software installed during printer installation
Printer software
Using the Macintosh prin ter software
Launching the Print dialog
Launching an application
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Finding and installing optional software
Downloading PCL and PS drivers ( Windows only)
Reinstalling the printer soft ware
Uninstalling the printer software
Installing the printer software
Using the Internet
Loading paper and original documents
Loading the paper tray
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Loading various paper types
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Saving paper settings
Loading original documents on the scanner glass
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Printing
Tips for printing
Printing basic document s
Printing a document
Collating printed copies
Changing the print order of pages
Printing multiple pages on one sheet
Printing documents from a flash drive
Printing specialty docu ments
Printing on envelopes
Printing on labels
Printing on customsize paper
Working with photos
Supported file types
Using a flash drive with the printer
Printing photos from a flash drive
Printing photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera
Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing)
Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) automatically
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Setting the duplex printing dry time
Using the control panel
Using the printer software
Managing print jobs
Finding the print queue for your printer
Creating a print queue
Setting your printer as the default printer
Changing the default printing mode
Pausing print jobs
Resuming print jobs
Canceling print jobs
Copying
Tips for copying
Making copies
Copying an ID card
Enlarging or reducing images
Adjusting copy quality
Making a copy lighter or darker
Collating copies using th e printer control panel
Placing separator sheets between copies
Copying multiple pages on one sheet
Placing an overlay message on each page
Removing the background of a copy
Making a two-sided (duplex) copy
Making a twosided (duplex) copy automatically
Making a twosided (duplex) copy manually
Canceling copy jobs
Scanning
Tips for scanning
Scanning to a local computer
Scanning to a netwo rk computer
Scanning to a flash drive or memory card
Scanning photos for editing
Scanning documents for editing
Scanning directly to email using the printer software
Scanning to a PDF
Scanning FAQ
How can I improve the quality of a scan?
How do I scan in black and white?
Why am I being asked for a PIN?
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E-mailing
Setting up the printer t o e-mail
Setting up the e-mail function
Configuring email settings
Creating an email contact list using the computer
Sending e-mail
Tips for emailing
Canceling an email
Faxing
Setting up the printer t o fax
Scenario 1: Standard telephone line
Setup 1: Printer is connected to a dedicated fax line
Setup 2: Printer is sharing the line with an answering machine
Setup 3: Printer is sharing the line with a telephone subscribed to voice mail service
Scenario 2: Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
Scenario 3: VoIP telephone service
Scenario 4: Digital telephone service through a cable provider
Setup 1: Printer is connected dir ectly to a cable modem
Setup 2: Printer is connected to a wall jack; cable modem is installed elsewhere in the house
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Scenario 5: Country or regionspecific setup
Connecting the printer to a nonRJ11 wall jack
Connecting the printer in countries or regions that use serial connection
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Entering your user information
Setting the fax footer
Setting the date and time
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Configuring the fax se ttings
Configuring fax settings using the printer control panel
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Configuring fax settings using the fax software
Creating a contact list
Creating a contact list using the printer control panel
Creating a contact list using the fax software
Sending faxes
Tips for sending faxes
Sending faxes using the printer control panel
Sending faxes using the computer
Receiving faxes
Tips for receiving faxes
Receiving faxes automatically
Receiving faxes manually
Faxing FAQ
If I skipped the fax setup initially, do I need to run the installe r again to set up the fax?
For Macintosh users a b
What is a splitter and what type of splitter should I use?
What is my fax number?
What is my dialing prefix?
When do I need to set Auto Answer to On?
How many rings should I set?
How do I set the distinctive ring for the printer?
How can I check the dial tone?
How do I adjust the speaker volume on the pri nter?
Adjusting the dialing volume
2 Adjusting the ringer volume
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How can I make sure that fax calls go to the pri nter and voice calls go to the answering machine?
How do I send a fax at a scheduled time?
How do I send a fax using a phone calling card?
How do I know that the fax was sent successfully?
How do I print the fax history of the print er?
How do I print a fax on both sides of the paper?
How do I forward a fax?
Can I block faxes?
Can I retrieve failed faxes?
Networking
Installing the printer on a wireless network
Wireless network compatibility
Supported network security options
WPA2/WPA
Printing a network setup page
Information you will need during wireless setup
Information you will need during advanced wireless setup
Wireless Mode
Network Name (SSID)
Channel
Authentication
Installing the printer on a wireless network
Installing the printer on other computers
Determining the printer status using the network indicator light
Special wireless installation instructions
Before you begin
Adding the printer to your wireless network 1
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Assigning a static IP address
Changing wireless settings after installation
Advanced wireless setup
Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network
Configuring WiFi Protected Setup manually
USE THE PUSH BUTTON CONFIGURATION (PBC) METHOD
USE THE PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN) METHOD
Configuring security
Configuring 802.1X Authentication
Installing the printer on an Ethernet network
Information you will need to set up the printer on an Ethernet network
Installing the printer on an Ethernet network
Performing network management tasks
Switching between USB, Ethernet, and wireless connections (Windows only)
Using the printer wirelessly
Using the printer locally (USB)
Using the printer over an Ethernet network
Selecting a printer
Switching between USB, Ethernet, and wireless connections (Macintosh on ly)
Using the printer wirelessly
Using the printer locally (USB)
Using the printer over an Ethernet network
Adding the printer
Sharing a printer in a Windows environment
Sharing a printer in a Macintosh environment
Networking FAQ
What is WiFi Protected Setup?
Where do I find my WEP key or WPA/WPA2 preshared key/passphrase?
What is an SSID?
Where do I find my SSID?
What is a network?
How do I find out what type of security my network is using?
How are home networks configured?
Wireless network exam ples
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How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different?
Finding the signal strength
How can I improve wireless signal strength?
C HECK THE WIRELESS SIGNAL
MOVE THE PRINTER CLOSER TO THE ACCESS POINT
R EMOVE OBSTACLES BETWEEN THE ACCESS POINT AND THE
R EMOVE SOURCES OF
ARRANGE THE NETWORK TO REDUCE SIGNAL ABSORPTION
How can I make sure my computer and printer are connected to the same wireless network?
For Macintosh users with an AirPort base station
For Macintosh users with an access point
Can I use my printer on a USB and a network connection at the same time?
What is a MAC address?
How do I find the MAC address?
What is an IP address?
What is TCP/IP?
How do I locate IP addresses?
How are IP addresses assigned?
What is a key index?
What is the difference between Guided and Advanced setup?
Maintaining the printer
Maintaining ink cartridges
Checking ink levels
Using the printer control panel
Using the printer software
Cleaning the exterior of the printer
Cleaning the scanner glass
Moving the printer to anoth er location
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Troubleshooting
Before you troubleshoot
If Troubleshooting does not solve your problem
Setup troubleshooting
Incorrect language appears on the display
Installation screen did not appear during installation
LAUNCH THE PRINTER CD MANUALLY
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Print job does not print or is missing pages
MAKE SURE THE INK CARTRIDGES ARE INSERTED CORRECTLY
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SELECT YOUR PRINTER FROM THE PRINT DIALOG BEFORE SENDING THE PRINT JOB
Printer is printing blank pages
R EINSTALL THE INK CARTRIDGES AND DEEP CLEAN AND ALIGN THE
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Cannot delete documents from the print queue
MAKE SURE THE USB PORT IS ENABLED IN WINDOWS
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Understanding printer messages
Alignment Problem
Cannot Collate Job
Change [Paper Source] to [Size] Paper
Change [Paper Source] to [Size] [Type] Paper
Communication Error
Duplex Unit Missing
Ink Cartridge Error
Ink Cartridge Missing
Ink Cartridge Unsupported
Ink Low
Load [Paper Source] with [Size] Paper
Load [Paper Source] with [Size] [Type] Paper
Network [x] Software Error
Out of Paper in Tray [x]
Paper Tray [x] Detected
Paper Tray [x] Removed
Printer Memory Full
Printhead Error
Printhead Missing
Printhead Unsupported
Printhead Warning
Replace Ink Cartridge
Scanned Document Too Long
Scanner ADF Cover Open
Scanner Disabled
Short Paper
Clearing paper jams
Paper jam in the printer
Check the jam clearance area
Check the paper tray
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Paper jam in the exit tray
Paper jam in the duplex unit
Paper jam in the ADF (select models only)
Check the ADF
Check under the ADF tray
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Paper or specialty media misfeeds
C HECK PAPER
R EMOVE EACH PAGE AS IT IS ADJUST THE PAPER GUIDES TO FIT THE LOADED PAPER
Print troubleshooting
Poor quality at the edges of the page
C HECK MINIMUM PRINT
SELECT THE BORDERLESS PRINT FEATURE
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Streaks or lines on printed image
C HECK THE INK
Replace low or empty ink cartridges.
Print speed is slow
MAXIMIZE COMPUTER PROCESSING SPEED
Copy and scan troubleshooting
Copier or scanner does not respond
SET YOUR PRINTER AS THE DEFAULT PRINTER
Scanner unit does not close
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Poor copy or scanned image quality
Partial copies or scans of documents or photos
Fax troubleshooting
Fax troubleshooting checklist
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Connection checklist
ENABLE ERROR CORRECTION
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ENABLE AUTOMATIC FAX CONVERSION
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MAKE SURE THAT THE DIAL PREFIX SETTING IS CORRECT
MAKE SURE THAT THE PRINTER IS CONNECTED TO AN ANALOG PORT
MAKE SURE THAT THE PRINTER MEMORY IS NOT FULL
MAKE SURE THAT FAX FORWARDING IS DISABLED
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INCREASE THE RINGER VOLUME
Fax error messages on the printer control panel
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Network troubleshooting
Network troubleshooting checklist
The Continue button is unavailable
MAKE SURE THE PRINTER IS PLUGGED IN AND TURNED ON
MAKE SURE THE USB PORT ON THE COMPUTER IS WORKING
MAKE SURE THE USB CABLE IS WORKING
MAKE SURE YOU ARE USING THE CORRECT CD FOR YOUR PRINTER MODEL
R UN THE INSTALLER
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MAKE SURE YOUR COMPUTER IS ABLE TO ACKNOWLEDGE USB ACTIVITY ON THE USB PORT
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Wireless troubleshooting
Resetting the wireless settings to factory defaults
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CHECK YOUR WEP KEY OR WPA PASSPHRASE
CHECK IF YOUR ACCESS POINT HAS AN ASSOCIATION/REGISTRATION BUTTON
MOVE YOUR ACCESS POINT AWAY FROM OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES
MOVE THE COMPUTER AND/OR PRINTER CLOSER TO THE ACCESS POINT
CHECK THE WIRELESS SIGNAL QUALITY
MAKE SURE YOUR COMPUTER IS CONNECTED TO YOUR ACCESS POINT
MAKE SURE THAT YOUR COMPUTER AND PRINTER ARE CONNECTED TO THE SAME WIRELESS NETWORK
Wireless print server not installed
CHECK POWER
Communication not available message appears when printing wirelessly
MAKE SURE YOUR COMPUTER AND PRINTER HAVE VALID IP ADDRESSES FOR THE NETWORK
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MAKE SURE THE WIRELESS PORT IS SELECTED
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TURN OFF THE ACCESS POINT (WIRELESS ROUTER) AND TURN IT BACK ON
E LIMINATE NETWORK
E LIMINATE SOURCES OF
CHANGE THE CHANNEL THE ACCESS POINT USES
CHECK FOR KNOWN ISSUES WITH THE ACCESS POINT
CHECK FOR WIRELESS NETWORK ADAPTER UPDATES
CHANGE ALL NETWORK DEVICES TO THE SAME TYPE
PURCHASE A NEW ROUTER
Notices
Product information
Edition notice
GOVERNMENT END USERS
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement
Modular component notice
Licensing notices
Noise emission levels
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Power consumption
Product power consumption
Sleep Mode
Off mode
Total energy usage
Avis de conformit aux normes de lindustrie du Canada
European Community (EC) directives conformity
Notice to users of the US telephone network: FCC requirements
Notice to users of the Canadian telephone network
Avis rserv aux utilisateurs du rseau tlphonique du Canada
Notice to users of the New Zealand telephone network
South Africa telecommunications notice
Using this product in Switzerland
Utilisation de ce produit en Suisse
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Industry Canada (Canada)
Industry Canada (Cana da)
Notice to users in the European Union
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Notices 178
Index
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