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Dell V525W manual Installing the printer software, Using the Internet, For Macintosh users

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Using the printer software

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For Macintosh users

1Close all open applications.

2From the Finder, navigate to: Applications > select your printer folder

3Double‑click Uninstaller.

4Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Installing the printer software

Note: If you installed the printer software on this computer before but need to reinstall the software, then uninstall the current software first.

For Windows users

1Close all open software programs.

2Insert the installation software CD.

If the installation dialog screen does not appear after a minute, then launch the CD manually: a Click , or click Start and then click Run.

b In the Start Search or Run box, type D:\setup.exe, where D is the letter of your CD or DVD drive. c Press Enter, or click OK.

3Click Install, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen.

For Macintosh users

Note: To take advantage of the full features of your printer, select the custom install option, and then select all packages listed.

1Close all open applications.

2Insert the installation software CD.

If the installation dialog does not appear after a minute, then click the CD icon on the desktop.

3Double-click the software installer package, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Using the Internet

Updated printer software may be available at http://support.dell.com.

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Dell V525W manual Installing the printer software, Using the Internet, For Macintosh users

Contents

Dell V525w Users Guide JanuaryTrademarks Contents Copying PrintingScanning Troubleshooting MailingFaxing NetworkingIndex 171 Safety information About your printer Thank you for choosing this printerMinimizing your printers environmental impact Conserving energyFinding information about the printer Conserving inkRecycling 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 Using the printer software Using the Windows printer softwareSoftware installed during printer installation Minimum system requirementsPrinter software Launching the Print dialog Using the Macintosh printer softwareLaunching an application Finding and installing optional software Reinstalling the printer softwareUninstalling 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 Tips for printingPrinting basic documents 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 automaticallySetting the duplex printing dry time Using the control panelUsing the printer software Setup Print Mode Setup Page Dry TimeManaging print jobs Finding the print queue for your printerFor Macintosh users 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 Scanning FAQ Why am I being asked for a PIN?How can I improve the quality of a scan? How do I scan in black and white?Canceling scan jobs Setting up the printer to e-mail Setting up the e-mail functionCreating an e‑mail contact list using the computer Double‑click Printer SettingsTips for e‑mailing Sending e-mailContacts tab Individuals tab Canceling an e‑mail Setting up the printer to fax Setup 1 Printer is connected to a dedicated fax lineFaxing 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 Configuring the fax settings Configuring fax settings using the printer control panelSetting the fax footer Setting the date and timeConfiguring fax settings using the fax software Using the Fax Setup Wizard in WindowsUsing the Printer Settings in Macintosh Double-clickPrinter SettingsCreating a contact list using the printer control panel Creating a contact list using the fax softwareSetup Fax Setup Address Book Creating a contact listSending faxes For Macintosh usersSending faxes using the printer control panel Sending faxes using the computerTips for sending faxes TipSetup Fax Setup Ringing and Answering Auto Answer On Receiving faxesTips for receiving faxes Receiving faxes automaticallyFaxing FAQ Setup Fax Setup Ringing and Answering Auto Answer OffReceiving faxes manually TipsWhat 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?Setup Fax Setup Ringing and Answering Ring Pattern 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 printer? What settings work best with voice mail service?How do I change the resolution of the documents that I fax? Adjusting the dialing volumeHow do I send a fax using a phone calling card? Setup Fax Setup Fax Reports Transmission Log PrintingHow do I send a fax at a scheduled time? How do I know that the fax was sent successfully?How do I print the fax history of the printer? 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? Installing the printer on a wireless network Wireless network compatibilityNetworking Supported network security optionsPrinting a network setup Information you will need during wireless setupSetup Network Setup Print Network Setup No SecurityInformation you will need during advanced wireless setup Wireless ModeAuthentication 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 Changing wireless settings after installation Click Configuration TCP/IP Set static IP addressDouble‑click Wireless Setup Assistant Assigning a static IP addressAdvanced wireless setup Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless networkConfiguring Wi‑Fi Protected Setup manually Configuring securityWPA Personal, WPA2‑Personal or WPA2‑Enterprise EAP‑MD5, MSCHAPv2, or LeapConfiguring 802.1X Authentication Using the printer wirelesslyUsing the printer locally USB Using the printer over an Ethernet networkIf the printer is currently set up for Ethernet 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?Finding the signal strength How can I improve wireless signal strength?Check the Wireless Signal Quality Checking computer connectivityMove the Printer Closer to the Access Point Remove Obstacles Between the Access Point and the PrinterArrange the Network to Reduce Signal Absorption 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?What is a key index? How do I locate IP addresses?How are IP addresses assigned? Locating the printer IP addressWhat is the difference between Guided and Advanced setup? Using the printer control panel Maintaining the printerMaintaining ink cartridges Checking ink levelsCleaning the exterior of the printer Cleaning the printhead nozzlesCleaning the scanner glass Moving the printer to another locationPage Troubleshooting If Troubleshooting does not solve your problemSetup troubleshooting Before you troubleshootSoftware did not install Reconnect the Printer Power SupplyPrint job does not print or is missing pages 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 Error Fax Memory FullInk Cartridge Missing Ink Cartridge UnsupportedMemory Device Error Network x Software ErrorInk Low Load Size PaperPrinthead Cannot Move Printhead ErrorRemove and reinsert the printhead Printhead Missing Printhead Unsupported Scanner Disabled Printhead WarningReplace Ink Cartridge 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 Print troubleshooting Paper or specialty media misfeedsPoor quality at the edges Check Paper Condition141 Computer slows down when printing Print speed is slowCopy and scan troubleshooting Copier or scanner does not respondScanner unit does not close Poor copy or scanned image qualityPartial copies or scans of documents or photos Scan was not successfulScanning takes too long or freezes the computer Cannot scan to a computer over a networkFax troubleshooting checklist Fax troubleshootingConnection checklist Enable Error Correction Enable Automatic FAX ConversionMake Sure That the Dial Prefix Setting is Correct Cannot send faxesMake Sure That FAX Forwarding is Disabled Increase the Ringer VolumeCannot receive faxes Make Sure That the Printer is Connected to AN Analog PortFax error messages on the printer control panel Setup Fax Setup Ringing and Answering Manual Pickup CodeCannot run the fax software Make Sure That YOU have the Correct Manual Answer CodeTroubleshooting 149 Network troubleshooting Continue button is unavailableMake Sure the Printer is Plugged in and Turned on 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 Regulatory notices for wireless products Verwendung dieses Produkts in der SchweizUso del prodotto in Svizzera Exposure to radio frequency radiationIndustry Canada Canada 169 170 Index NumericsEAP‑TLS Page Page Page Page VPN