Before you install the printer on a wired network, make sure that:

You have completed the initial setup of the printer.

The printer is connected to your network with the appropriate type of cable.

For Windows users

1Insert the Software and Documentation CD. Wait for the Welcome screen to appear.

If the CD does not launch after a minute, then do the following: 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.

2Click Install Printer and Software.

3Click Agree to agree to the License Agreement.

4Select Suggested, and then click Next.

Note: To configure the printer using a static IP address, using IPv6, or to configure printers using scripts, select Custom and follow the instructions on the computer screen.

5Select Wired Network Attach, and then click Next.

6Select the printer manufacturer from the list.

7Select the printer model from the list, and then click Next.

8Select the printer from the list of printers discovered on the network, and then click Finish.

Note: If your configured printer does not appear in the list of discovered printers, click Add Port and follow the instructions on the computer screen.

9Follow the instructions on the computer screen to complete the installation.

For Macintosh users

1Allow the network DHCP server to assign an IP address to the printer.

2Print the network setup page from the printer. For information on printing a network setup page, see “Printing a network setup page” on page 24.

3Locate the printer IP address in the TCP/IP section of the network setup page. You will need the IP address if you are configuring access for computers on a different subnet than the printer.

4Install the drivers and add the printer.

aInstall a PPD file on the computer:

1Insert the Software and Documentation CD in the CD or DVD drive.

2Double-click the installer package for the printer.

3From the Welcome screen, click Continue.

4Click Continue again after viewing the Readme file.

5Click Continue after viewing the license agreement, and then click Agree to accept the terms of the agreement.

6Select a Destination, and then click Continue.

7From the Easy Install screen, click Install.

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Lexmark gd1, gd2, dn1, dn2, 43W, 439, 430, 544dn, 544n, 5025, 26C0104, 26C0000, 26C0050, xd2 For Windows users, For Macintosh users

26C0002, 26A0000, xd2, 26C0050, 544dn 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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