Step 2: Check the control panel for error messages

Step 3: Test print functionality

Step 4: Try sending a print job from a computer

Step 5: Test the Plug and Print USB Drive printing functionality (X551 Series)

Factors that affect product performance

Step 1: Check that the product power is on

1.Make sure the product is plugged in and turned on.

2.Make sure the power cable is connected to the product and the outlet.

3.Check the power source by connecting the power cable to a different outlet.

4.If the product motors do not rotate, make sure the ink cartridges are installed and that the doors are all closed. The control panel displays messages to indicate these problems.

Step 2: Check the control panel for error messages

The control panel should indicate ready status. If an error message appears, resolve the error.

Step 3: Test print functionality

1.From the control panel Home screen, press (X451 Series) or touch (X551 Series) the Setup button.

2.Open the Print Reports menu, and select the Printer Status Report to print the report.

3.If the report does not print, make sure paper is loaded in the tray, and check the control panel to see if paper is jammed inside the product.

NOTE: Make sure the paper in the tray meets specifications for this product.

Step 4: Try sending a print job from a computer

1.Use a word-processing program to send a print job to the product.

2.If the job does not print, make sure you selected the correct printer driver.

3.Uninstall and then reinstall the product software.

Step 5: Test the Plug and Print USB Drive printing functionality (X551 Series)

1.Load a .PDF document or .JPEG photo onto a USB flash drive, and insert it in the slot on the front or the back of the product.

2.The USB Print menu opens. Try printing the document or photo.

3.If no documents are listed, try a different type of USB flash drive.

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