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This section explains how to load the 250-sheet tray and 650-sheet duo drawer, the multipurpose feeder, and the manual feeder. It also includes information about paper orientation, setting the Paper Size and Paper Type, and linking and unlinking trays.

Linking and unlinking trays

Linking trays

Tray linking is useful for large print jobs or multiple copies. When one linked tray is empty, paper feeds from the next linked tray. When the Paper Size and Paper Type settings are the same for any trays, the trays are automatically linked. The Paper Size setting for all trays must be set manually from the Paper Size menu. The Paper Type setting must be set for all trays from the Paper Type menu. The Paper Type menu and the Paper Size menu are both available from the Paper Size/Type menu.

Unlinking trays

Unlinked trays have settings that are not the same as the settings of any other tray.

To unlink a tray, change the following tray settings so that they do not match the settings of any other tray:

Paper Type (for example: Plain Paper, Letterhead, Custom Type <x>)

Paper Type names describe the paper characteristics. If the name that best describes your paper is used by linked trays, assign a different Paper Type name to the tray, such as Custom Type <x>, or define your own custom name.

Paper Size (for example: letter, A4, statement)

Load a different paper size to change the Paper Size setting for a tray. Paper Size settings are not automatic; they must be set manually from the Paper Size menu.

Warning—Potential Damage: Do not assign a Paper Type name that does not accurately describe the type of paper loaded in the tray. The temperature of the fuser varies according to the specified Paper Type. Paper may not be properly processed if an inaccurate Paper Type is selected.

Assigning a Custom Type <x> name

Assign a Custom Type <x> name to a tray to link or unlink it. Associate the same Custom Type <x> name to each tray that you want to link. Only trays with the same custom names assigned will link.

1Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears.

2From the printer control panel, press .

3 Press the arrow buttons until Paper Menu appears, and then press .

4Press the arrow buttons until Size/Type appears, and then press .

5Press the arrow buttons, and then press to select the tray. The Paper Size menu appears.

6Press the arrow buttons until the Paper Type menu appears.

7Press .

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C54x Series specifications

The Lexmark C54x series stands out as a reliable and efficient line of color laser printers designed for small to medium-sized workgroups. Known for its high-quality output and robust performance, the C54x series is tailored to meet the demanding needs of modern offices.

One of the main features of the Lexmark C54x series is its impressive print speed. With the capability to print up to 33 pages per minute in monochrome and 30 pages per minute in color, these printers ensure that users do not have to wait long for their documents. The first page out time is particularly noteworthy, with monochrome outputs as quick as 8 seconds and color pages starting in just 10.5 seconds, making it an ideal choice for fast-paced environments.

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The user-friendly interface, complete with a 2.4-inch color LCD display, makes navigation intuitive. Users can easily access device settings, check toner levels, and manage print jobs with minimal hassle. Moreover, Lexmark's Smart Solutions allow for customized workflows and access to cloud services, contributing to higher productivity.

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