REDUCE THE COMPLEXITY OF THE PRINT JOB

Reduce the complexity of the print job by reducing the number and size of fonts, the number and complexity of images, and the number of pages in the job.

MAKE SURE THE PRINTER HAS ENOUGH MEMORY

Add printer memory.

Unexpected page breaks occur

Increase the Print Timeout value:

1From the printer control panel, press .

2Press the arrow buttons until Settings appears, and then press .

3Press the arrow buttons until General Settings appears, and then press .

4Press the arrow buttons until Timeouts appears, and then press .

5Press the arrow buttons until Print Timeout appears, and then press .

6Press the arrow buttons until the value you want appears, and then press .

Solving option problems

Option does not operate correctly or quits after it is installed

These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:

RESET THE PRINTER

Turn the printer off, wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn the printer on.

CHECK TO SEE IF THE OPTION IS CONNECTED TO THE PRINTER

1Turn the printer off.

2Unplug the printer from the wall outlet.

3Check the connection between the option and the printer.

MAKE SURE THE OPTION IS INSTALLED

Print a menu settings page and check to see if the option is listed in the Installed Options list. If the option is not listed, reinstall it.

MAKE SURE THE OPTION IS SELECTED

From the program you are using, select the option. Mac OS 9 users should make sure the printer is set up in the Chooser.

Troubleshooting

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430, 420 specifications

The Lexmark 420 and Lexmark 430 are part of Lexmark's line of efficient and robust printers crafted to meet the demands of both small businesses and larger work environments. These printers are designed with a focus on delivering high-quality output, reliability, and advanced features that streamline the printing process.

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