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Dell V525W manual Changing the Sleep timeout, Saving paper and energy

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17	Eco‑Mode	•	Change to Sleep mode after the printer is left idle for 10 minutes.
		•	Reduce the screen brightness.

Changing the Sleep timeout

The Sleep timeout is the time it takes for the printer to switch to Sleep mode when the printer is left idle. The Sleep feature optimizes energy efficiency by reducing the printer power consumption. To save the most energy, select the lowest Sleep timeout.

1From the printer control panel, navigate to:

> Setup > > Device Setup > > Sleep >

2Press the up or down arrow button to select or use the keypad to enter the value of the Sleep timeout, and then press .

Saving paper and energy

To significantly cut paper usage and reduce paper waste, activate duplex printing:

1From the printer control panel, navigate to:

> Setup > > Print Mode Setup > > 2‑Sided Copy, Standalone >

2Press the up or down arrow button to scroll to On, and then press .

To optimize energy efficiency, reduce the Sleep timeout and Screen Brightness:

1From the printer control panel, navigate to:

> Setup > > Device Setup > > Sleep >

2Press the up or down arrow button to select or use the keypad to enter the Sleep timeout value, and then press .

3From the printer control panel, navigate to:

> Setup > > Device Setup > > Screen Brightness >

4Press the up or down arrow button to scroll to Dim, and then press .

Note: If you select 2‑Sided Copy, Standalone, then the printer prints on both sides of the paper (duplex) for copy and fax jobs, and for printing in Windows and Macintosh, depending on your printer model.

Restoring factory default settings

Resetting to factory default settings will delete all the printer settings you have previously selected.

1From the printer control panel, navigate to:

> Setup > > Restore Factory Defaults >

2Press the up or down arrow button to scroll to Restore All Printer Settings, and then press .

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Dell V525W manual Changing the Sleep timeout, Saving paper and energy, Restoring factory default settings

Contents

Dell V525w Users Guide JanuaryTrademarks Contents Copying PrintingScanning Faxing TroubleshootingMailing NetworkingIndex 171 Safety information Minimizing your printers environmental impact About your printerThank you for choosing this printer Conserving energyRecycling Finding information about the printerConserving ink PublicationsDell Support Web site-http//support.dell.com Understanding the parts of the printer UseAbout your printer About your printer Ordering and replacing supplies Ordering ink cartridgesReplacing ink cartridges Installing ink cartridgesRemoving ink cartridges Recycling Dell products Select Printer HomePage Using the printer control panel buttons and menus Replacing the language sheetPage Using the printer control panel Using the printer control panel buttons and menus Restoring factory default settings Changing the Sleep timeoutSaving paper and energy Initial Setup Complete appears on the display Software installed during printer installation Using the printer softwareUsing the Windows printer software Minimum system requirementsPrinter software Launching the Print dialog Using the Macintosh printer softwareLaunching an application Uninstalling the printer software Finding and installing optional softwareReinstalling the printer software Downloading PCL and PS drivers Windows onlyUsing the Internet Installing the printer softwareFor Macintosh users Loading paper and original documents Loading paperPaper and specialty media guidelines Load up to Make sure thatLoading paper and original documents Saving paper settings Loading original documents on the scanner glass Loading original documents into the ADFPrinting basic documents PrintingTips for printing Printing a documentChanging the print order of pages Printing multiple pages on one sheet Printing on specialty media Printing envelopesPrinting on labels Paper/Finishing tab Manage Custom Sizes NewPrinting on custom‑size paper Working with photosSupported file types Using a flash drive with the printer Printing photos from a flash drivePrinting photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing automaticallyUsing the printer software Setting the duplex printing dry timeUsing the control panel Setup Print Mode Setup Page Dry TimeFor Macintosh users Managing print jobsFinding the print queue for your printer System Preferences Print & Fax select your printerCreating a print queue Setting your printer as the default printerFor Windows users Changing the default printing mode Pausing print jobsCanceling print jobs Resuming print jobsFor Macintosh users Tips for copying CopyingMaking copies Copying an ID card Adjusting copy qualityEnlarging or reducing images Making a copy lighter or darker Collating copies using the printer control panelPlacing separator sheets between copies Placing an overlay message on each Copying multiple pages on one sheetRemoving the background of a copy Making a two‑sided duplex copy automatically Making a two-sided duplex copyMaking a two‑sided duplex copy manually Canceling copy jobs Tips for scanning ScanningScanning to a local computer Scanning to a network computer Scanning to a flash drive or memory cardScanning photos for editing For Windows usersScanning documents for editing Scanning directly to e‑mail using the printer software How can I improve the quality of a scan? Scanning FAQWhy am I being asked for a PIN? How do I scan in black and white?Canceling scan jobs Creating an e‑mail contact list using the computer Setting up the printer to e-mailSetting up the e-mail function Double‑click Printer SettingsTips for e‑mailing Sending e-mailContacts tab Individuals tab Canceling an e‑mail Faxing Setting up the printer to faxSetup 1 Printer is connected to a dedicated fax line Scenario 1 Standard telephone lineConnected to the same telephone wall jack To connect Connected to different wall jacksTo connect Scenario 2 Digital Subscriber Line DSL Tips for this setup Scenario 3 VoIP telephone serviceTo connect Setup 1 Printer is connected directly to a cable modem To connectScenario 5 Country‑ or region‑specific setup Connecting the printer to a non‑RJ‑11 wall jack Page Connecting the printer to a wall jack in Germany Setup Fax Setup Dialing and Sending Fax Name Setting the fax headerEntering your user information Setting the fax footer Configuring the fax settingsConfiguring fax settings using the printer control panel Setting the date and timeUsing the Printer Settings in Macintosh Configuring fax settings using the fax softwareUsing the Fax Setup Wizard in Windows Double-clickPrinter SettingsSetup Fax Setup Address Book Creating a contact list using the printer control panelCreating a contact list using the fax software Creating a contact listSending faxes For Macintosh usersTips for sending faxes Sending faxes using the printer control panelSending faxes using the computer TipTips for receiving faxes Setup Fax Setup Ringing and Answering Auto Answer OnReceiving faxes Receiving faxes automaticallyReceiving faxes manually Faxing FAQSetup Fax Setup Ringing and Answering Auto Answer Off TipsWhat is my dialing prefix? What is a splitter and what type of splitter should I use?What is my fax number? When do I need to set Auto Answer to On?How do I set the distinctive ring for the printer? Setup Fax Setup Ringing and Answering Ring PatternHow many rings should I set? How can I check the dial tone?How do I change the resolution of the documents that I fax? How do I adjust the speaker volume on the printer?What settings work best with voice mail service? Adjusting the dialing volumeHow do I send a fax at a scheduled time? How do I send a fax using a phone calling card?Setup Fax Setup Fax Reports Transmission Log Printing How do I know that the fax was sent successfully?How do I forward a fax? How do I print the fax history of the printer?How do I print a fax on both sides of the paper? Can I block faxes?Can I retrieve failed faxes? Networking Installing the printer on a wireless networkWireless network compatibility Supported network security optionsSetup Network Setup Print Network Setup Printing a network setupInformation you will need during wireless setup No SecurityAuthentication Information you will need during advanced wireless setupWireless Mode Network Name SsidInstalling the printer on a wireless network EncryptionInstalling the printer on other computers Adding the printer to your wireless network Special wireless installation instructionsBefore you begin Double‑click Wireless Setup Assistant Changing wireless settings after installationClick Configuration TCP/IP Set static IP address Assigning a static IP addressAdvanced wireless setup Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless networkWPA Personal, WPA2‑Personal or WPA2‑Enterprise Configuring Wi‑Fi Protected Setup manuallyConfiguring security EAP‑MD5, MSCHAPv2, or LeapConfiguring 802.1X Authentication Using the printer wirelesslyIf the printer is currently set up for Ethernet Using the printer locally USBUsing the printer over an Ethernet network If the printer is currently set up for wirelessSelect Set as Default Printer from the menu Selecting a printerDouble‑click Dell Extras Dell Setup Assistant Double‑click Dell Extras Dell Setup AssistantSharing a printer in a Windows environment Adding the printerWhat is Wi‑Fi Protected Setup? Networking FAQSharing a printer in a Macintosh environment What is an SSID? Where do I find my SSID? What is a network?How are home networks configured? Wireless network examplesScenario 2 Wireless network with Internet access Scenario 3 Wireless network with no Internet accessWhy do I need a USB cable? What is a USB cable?How do I attach the USB cable? Characteristics How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different?Check the Wireless Signal Quality Finding the signal strengthHow can I improve wireless signal strength? Checking computer connectivityArrange the Network to Reduce Signal Absorption Move the Printer Closer to the Access PointRemove Obstacles Between the Access Point and the Printer Remove Sources of InterferenceClick Advanced or Configure For Macintosh users with an access pointFor Macintosh users with an AirPort base station What is a MAC address? How do I find the MAC address?What is an IP address? What is TCP/IP?How are IP addresses assigned? What is a key index?How do I locate IP addresses? Locating the printer IP addressWhat is the difference between Guided and Advanced setup? Maintaining ink cartridges Using the printer control panelMaintaining the printer Checking ink levelsCleaning the exterior of the printer Cleaning the printhead nozzlesCleaning the scanner glass Moving the printer to another locationPage Setup troubleshooting TroubleshootingIf Troubleshooting does not solve your problem Before you troubleshootPrint job does not print or is missing pages Software did not installReconnect the Printer Power Supply Make Sure the INK Cartridges are Inserted CorrectlyRemove and Reinstall the Printer Software Printer is printing blank pages Make Sure the Printer is not in Sleep ModePrinter is busy or does not respond Cannot delete documents from the print queue Make Sure the USB Port is Enabled in WindowsCannot print through USB Understanding printer messages Ink Cartridge Missing Ink Cartridge ErrorFax Memory Full Ink Cartridge UnsupportedInk Low Memory Device ErrorNetwork x Software Error Load Size PaperPrinthead Cannot Move Printhead ErrorRemove and reinsert the printhead Printhead Missing Printhead Unsupported Replace Ink Cartridge Scanner DisabledPrinthead Warning Scanned Document Too LongJams and misfeeds troubleshooting Check the jam clearance area Paper jam in the exit tray Paper jam in the paper supportPaper jam in the duplex unit Paper jam in the ADF select models only Check the ADF Check under the ADF tray Poor quality at the edges Print troubleshootingPaper or specialty media misfeeds Check Paper Condition141 Computer slows down when printing Print speed is slowScanner unit does not close Copy and scan troubleshootingCopier or scanner does not respond Poor copy or scanned image qualityScanning takes too long or freezes the computer Partial copies or scans of documents or photosScan was not successful Cannot scan to a computer over a networkFax troubleshooting checklist Fax troubleshootingConnection checklist Make Sure That the Dial Prefix Setting is Correct Enable Error CorrectionEnable Automatic FAX Conversion Cannot send faxesCannot receive faxes Make Sure That FAX Forwarding is DisabledIncrease the Ringer Volume Make Sure That the Printer is Connected to AN Analog PortCannot run the fax software Fax error messages on the printer control panelSetup Fax Setup Ringing and Answering Manual Pickup Code Make Sure That YOU have the Correct Manual Answer CodeTroubleshooting 149 Make Sure the Printer is Plugged in and Turned on Network troubleshootingContinue button is unavailable Make Sure the USB Port on the Computer is WorkingRUN the Installer Again Make Sure the USB Cable is WorkingWireless troubleshooting Computer firewall is blocking communication with the printerWireless troubleshooting checklist Cannot print over wireless networkSetup Demo Mode Off Troubleshooting 155 Wireless print server not installed Locating the printer IP addressResolving intermittent wireless communications issues Eliminate Network Congestion Troubleshooting 159 Product information Edition noticeLicensing notices Modular component noticeNoise emission levels Temperature information Battery notice Static sensitivity noticeProduct disposal Power consumption Industry Canada compliance statementAvis de conformité aux normes de l’industrie du Canada European Community EC directives conformity165 South Africa telecommunications notice Using this product in SwitzerlandUtilisation de ce produit en Suisse Uso del prodotto in Svizzera Regulatory notices for wireless productsVerwendung dieses Produkts in der Schweiz Exposure to radio frequency radiationIndustry Canada Canada 169 170 Index NumericsEAP‑TLS Page Page Page Page VPN