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Additional printer setup............ ........................................... ...........20
Minimizing your printer's environmental impact.....................36
Loading paper and specialty media.............................................41
Paper and specialty media guidelines.........................................55
Scanning to a computer or flash drive......................................102
Understanding printer menus.....................................................107
Maintaining the printer........... ...................................... ................144
Administrative support........... .......................................... ............155
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Safety information
Learning about the printer
Thank you for choosing this printer!
Finding information about the printer
Selecting a location for the printer
Printer configurations
Basic model
The following illustration shows th e printer back with its basic feat ures or parts:
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Configured model
Basic functions of the scanner
Understanding the ADF and scanner glass
Using the ADF
Using the scanner glass
Understanding the printer control panel
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Additional printer setup
Installing internal options
Installing a flash memory card
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Installing hardware options
Installing a 250- or 550-sheet drawer
Attaching cables
Verifying printer setup
Printing a menu settings page
Printing a network setup page
Setting up the printer software
Installing printer software
Using the World Wide Web
Updating available options in the printer driv er
Setting up wireless printing
Information you will need to set up th e printer on a wireless network
Installing the printer on a wireless netw ork (Windows)
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Installing the printer on a wireless network (Macintosh)
Prepare to configure the printer
Enter the printer informati on
Configure the printer for wireless access
Configure your computer to use the pri nter wirelessly
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Installing the printer on a wired network
For Windows users
For Macintosh users
In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later
In Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier
In Mac OS X version 10.5
In Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier
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Minimizing your printer's environmental impact
Saving paper and toner
Using recycled paper
Conserving supplies
Saving energy
Using Eco-Mode
Adjusting Power Saver using the printer c ontrol panel
Adjusting Power Saver using the Embedded Web Server
Recycling
Recycling Lexmark products
Recycling Lexmark packaging
Returning Lexmark cartridges for reus e or recycling
Reducing printer noise
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Loading paper and specialty media
Setting the Paper Size and Paper Type
Configuring Universal paper settings
Specify a unit of measurement
Specify the paper height and width
Avoiding jams
Paper tray recommendations
Paper recommendations
Loading trays
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Using a multipurpose or manual feeder
Using the multipurpose feeder
Opening the multipurpose feeder
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Loading the multipurpose feeder
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Using the manual feeder
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WarningPotential Damage: Do not force the paper into the feeder. Forcing the paper causes jams.
Paper capacities
The capacities of the trays and feeders are based on 75 g/m2 (20 lb) paper.
Loading paper and specialty media
Linking and unlinking trays
Linking trays
Unlinking trays
Assigning a Custom Type <x> name
Changing a Custom Type <x> name
Paper and specialty media guidelines
Paper guidelines
Paper characteristics
Weight
Curl
Unacceptable paper
Selecting paper
Selecting preprinted forms and letter head
Using recycled paper and other office papers
Storing paper
Supported paper sizes, types, and weights
Paper types and weights supported by th e printer
Paper sizes supported by the printer
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Printing
Printing a document
For Windows users
For Macintosh users
Printing from a flash drive
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Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing)
Printing specialty documents
Tips on using letterhead
Tips on using transparencies
Print samples on the transparencies being considered for use before buying large quantities.
Printing
Tips on using envelopes
Tips on using labels
Tips on using card stock
Printing information pages
Printing a font sample list
Printing a directory list
Printing the print quality test pages
Canceling a print job
Canceling a print job from the printer c ontrol panel
Canceling a print job from the computer
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Copying
Making copies
Making a quick copy
Copying using the ADF
Copying using the scanner glass
Copying photos
Copying on specialty media
Copying to transparencies
Copying to letterhead
Customizing copy settings
Copying from one size to another
Making copies using paper from a selected tr ay
Copying on both sides of the paper (duple xing)
Reducing or enlarging copies
Making a copy lighter or darker
Adjusting copy quality
Collating copies
Placing separator sheets between copies
Copying multiple pages onto a single sheet
Pausing the current print job to make copies
Placing an overlay message on each page
Canceling a copy job
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Improving copy quality
E-mailing
Getting ready to e-mail
Setting up the e-mail function
Setting up the address book
Creating an e-mail shortcut using the Embedded Web Server
E-mailing a document
Sending an e-mail using the keypad
Using the address book
Manually entering an e-mail address
Sending an e-mail using a shortcut number
Sending an e-mail using the address book
Canceling an e-mail
Faxing
Getting the printer ready to fax
Initial fax setup
Using the printer control panel fo r fax setup
Using the Embedded Web Server for fax s etup
Choosing a fax connection
Connecting to an analog telephone line
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Connecting to a DSL service
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Connecting to a PBX or ISDN system
Connecting to a distinctive ring service
Connecting the printer and a telephone or answering machine to the same telephone line
Connecting to an adapter for your countr y or region
Countries or regions except Austri a, Germany, and Switzerland
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Connecting to a computer with a modem
Setting the outgoing fax name and numbe r
Setting the date and time
Turning daylight saving time on or off
Sending a fax
Sending a fax using the printer control panel
Sending a fax using the computer
For Mac OS X version 10.5 or later users
Creating shortcuts
Creating a fax destination shortcut using t he Embedded Web Server
Creating a fax destination shortcut using the printer control panel
Using shortcuts and the address book
Using fax shortcuts
Using the address book
Customizing fax settings
Changing the fax resolution
Printing incoming faxes on both sides of the paper (duplexing)
Making a fax lighter or darker
Sending a fax at a scheduled time
Forwarding a fax
Viewing a fax log
Blocking junk faxes
Canceling an outgoing fax
Understanding fax options
Original Size
Content
Sides (Duplex)
Improving fax quality
Scanning to a computer or flash drive
Scanning to a computer
Scanning to a flash drive
Understanding the Scan Center features
Understanding scan profile options
Quick Setup
Format Type
Compression
Default Content
Improving scan quality
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Understanding printer menus
Menus list
Paper menu
Default Source menu
Size/Type menu
Configure MP menu
This menu is available only on printer models equipped with multipurpose feeders.
Paper Texture menu
Paper Weight menu
Paper Loading menu
Custom Types menu
Custom Scan Sizes menu
Universal Setup menu
Reports menu
Reports menu
Note: When you select a menu item from the Reports menu, the indicated r eport prints.
Network/Ports menu
Active NIC menu
Network menu
Network Reports menu
Network Card menu
TCP/IP menu
IPv6 menu
Network/Ports Standard Network or Network <x> Std Network Setup or Net <x> Setup IPv6
Wireless menu
Network/Ports Network <x> Net <x> Setup Wireless
AppleTalk menu
USB menu
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Settings menu
General Settings menu
Copy Settings menu
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Fax Settings menu
General Fax Settings
Fax Send Settings
Fax Receive Settings
Fax Log Settings
Speaker Settings
Distinctive Ring Settings
Flash Drive menu
Flash Drive menu
Scan Settings
Print Settings
Print Settings
Setup menu
Finishing menu
Note: Certain options are not available on selected pr inter models.
Quality menu
Utilities menu
PDF menu
PostScript menu
PCL Emul menu
Image menu
Set Date and Time
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Maintaining the printer
Cleaning the exterior of the printer
Cleaning the scanner glass
Cleaning the ADF separator rollers
Storing supplies
Checking the status of supplies from a network computer
Moving the printer to another location
Shipping the printer
Ordering supplies
Ordering toner cartridges
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Recommended toner cartridges and part numbers
Replacing supplies
Replacing the toner cartridge
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Replacing the photoconductor kit
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Administrative support
Finding advanced networking and administrator information
Restoring the factory default settings
Using the Embedded Web Server
Viewing reports
Checking the device status
Restricting access to printer menus
Setting up e-mail alerts
Configuring supply notifications
Copying printer settings to other printers
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Clearing jams
Clearing jams
Understanding jam messages and locations
Jam message numbers and how to access each jam
200-201 paper jams
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202 paper jam
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231 paper jam
233 paper jam
234 paper jam
235 paper jam
242 paper jam
251 paper jam
290294 paper jams
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Troubleshooting
Solving basic printer problems
Printer control panel display is blank or displays only diamonds
Understanding printer messages
Answering
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37 Insufficient memory for Flash Memory Defragment operation
37 Insufficient memory to collate job
38 Memory full
39 Complex page, some data may not have printed
51 Defective flash detected
53 Unformatted flash detected
54 Network <x> software error
54 Standard network software erro r
56 Standard USB port disabled
58 Too many flash options installed
84 PC Kit life warning
84 Replace PC Kit
88.yy Cartridge is low
200.yy Paper jam
201.yy Paper jam
202.yy Paper jam
231.yy Paper jam
233.yy Paper jam
234.yy Paper jam
235.yy Paper jam
24x.yy Paper jam
251.yy Paper jam
290292 ADF Scanning Jams
293 Paper Missing
293.02 Flatbed Cover Open
294 ADF Jam
840.01 Scanner Disabled
840.02 Scanner Auto Disabled
Solving printing problems
Jobs do not print
MAKE SURE THE PRINTER IS READY TO PRINT
C HECK TO SEE IF THE STANDARD EXIT BIN IS
C HECK TO SEE IF THE PAPER TRAY IS
Job takes longer than expected to print
REDUCE THE COMPLEXITY OF THE PRINT JOB
CHANGE THE PAGE PROTECT SETTING TO OFF
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C HANGE ENVIRONMENTAL
Solving copy problems
Copier does not respond
Scanner unit does not close
Poor copy quality
THE SCANNER GLASS MAY BE DIRTY
THE COPY IS TOO LIGHT OR TOO DARK
C HECK THE QUALITY OF THE ORIGINAL
U NWANTED TONER IS IN THE
Solving scanner problems
Checking an unresponsive scanner
Scan was not successful
Scanning takes too long or freezes the computer
O THER SOFTWARE PROGRAMS MAY BE INTERFERING WITH
Close all programs not being used.
THE SCAN RESOLUTION MAY BE SET TOO HIGH
Select a lower scan resolution.
Solving fax problems
Caller ID is not shown
Cannot send or receive a fax
C HECK THE PRINTER
C HECK THE TELEPHONE WALL
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REVIEW THIS DIGITAL PHONE SERVICE CHECKLIST
TEMPORARILY DISABLE CALL WAITING
VOICE MAIL SERVICE MAY BE INTERFERING WITH THE FAX TRANSMISSION
THE PRINTER MEMORY MAY BE FULL
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Can send but not receive faxes
Can receive but not send faxes
MAKE SURE THE PRINTER IS IN FAX MODE
MAKE SURE THE DOCUMENT IS LOADED PROPERLY
MAKE SURE THE SHORTCUT NUMBER IS SET UP PROPERLY
Solving option problems
Option does not operate correctly or quits after it is installed
RESET THE PRINTER
C HECK TO SEE IF THE OPTION IS CONNECTED TO THE
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Solving paper feed problems
Paper frequently jams
MAKE SURE THERE IS NOT TOO MUCH PAPER IN THE TRAY OR FEEDER
THE PAPER ABSORBED MOISTURE DUE TO HIGH HUMIDITY
Paper jam message remains after jam i s cleared
Solving print quality problems
Isolating print quality problems
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Blank pages
Characters have jagged or uneven edges
C HECK THE PRINT QUALITY
MAKE SURE DOWNLOADED FONTS ARE SUPPORTED
Clipped images
Ghost images
THE PHOTOCONDUCTOR KIT IS DEFECTIVE
C HECK THE M EDIA T YPE
Incorrect margins
C HECK THE P AGE SIZE
Paper curl
Print is too dark
C HECK THE DARKNESS , BRIGHTNESS , AND CONTRAST
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Print is too light
C HECK THE DARKNESS , BRIGHTNESS , AND CONTRAST
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THE TONER IS LOW
Skewed print CHECK THE PAPER GUIDES
Toner fog or background shading appears on t he page
THERE IS TONER IN THE PAPER PATH
Toner rubs off
Make sure the Paper Type setting matc hes the paper loaded in the tray .
C HECK THE P APER T EXTURE
Make sure the Paper Texture setting matches the paper loaded in the tray.
Toner specks
Streaked horizontal lines
THE TONER MAY SMEAR WHEN PAPER IS FED FROM A SPECIFIC SOURCE
MAKE SURE THE PAPER PATH IS CLEAR
THERE MAY BE EXCESS TONER IN THE PAPER PATH
Streaked vertical lines
THE TONER CARTRIDGE IS DEFECTIVE
MAKE SURE THE PAPER PATH IS CLEAR
THERE MAY BE EXCESS TONER IN THE PAPER PATH
Solid black or white streaks appear on transparencies or paper
MAKE SURE THE FILL PATTERN IS CORRECT
Embedded Web Server does not open
CHECK THE NETWORK CONNECTIONS
CHECK THE NETWORK SETTINGS
Contacting Customer Support
Notices
Product information
Edition notice
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RIGHTS
Trademarks
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement
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Power consumption
Product power consumption
Power Saver
Off mode
Total energy usage
European Community (EC) directives conformity
Industry Canada compliance statement
Avis de conformit aux normes de lindustrie du Canada
Regulatory notices for telecommunicatio n terminal equipment
Notice to users of the US telephone network: FCC requirements
South Africa telecommunications not ice
Notice to users of the Canadian telephone network
Avis rserv aux utilisateurs du rseau tlphonique du Canada
Notice to users of the New Zealand telephone network
Using this product in Switzerland
Utilisation de ce produi t en Suisse
Verwendung dieses Produkts in der Schweiz
Uso del prodotto in Svizzera
Notice to Users in the European Union
Regulatory notices for wireless products
Exposure to radio frequency radiation
Notice to users in Brazil
Industry Canada (Canada)
Industry Canada (Canada)
Taiwan NCC RF notice statement
Notice to users in the European Union
Notices
Statement of Limited Warranty
Lexmark International, Inc., Lexington, KY
Limited warranty
Limited warranty service
Extent of limited warranty
Limitation of liability
Additional rights
LEXMARK SOFTWARE LIMITED WARRA NTY AND LICENSE AGREEMENTS
DEVICE LICENSE AGREEMENT
LEXMARK SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
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