Contents Contents Safety information..................6 Conventions................................6 Learning about the printer................9 Finding information about the printer......................9 Selecting a location for the printer........................ 10 Printer configurations............................11 Understanding the basic functions of the scanner................... 12 Using the ADF and scanner glass........................13 Using the printer control panel........................
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Contents Printing confidential and other held jobs....................53 Printing information pages..........................54 Canceling a print job............................54 Copying......................56 Making copies..............................56 Copying photos..............................57 Copying on specialty media........................... 57 Customizing copy settings..........................59 Placing information on copies........................63 Canceling a copy job............................64 Understanding the copy options........................64 E-mailing......................
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Contents Settings menu..............................112 Help menu................................. 145 Saving money and the environment............146 Saving paper and toner..........................146 Saving energy..............................146 Recycling................................149 Securing the printer...................151 Statement of Volatility............................151 Erasing volatile memory..........................151 Erasing non‑volatile memory......................... 151 Finding printer security information......................152 Maintaining the printer................153 Cleaning printer parts.............................
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Contents Paper jam in trays.............................174 Paper jam in the multipurpose feeder......................174 Paper jam in the automatic document feeder..................176 Troubleshooting..................177 Understanding the printer messages......................177 Solving printer problems..........................191 Solving print problems............................197 Solving copy problems...........................221 Solving fax problems............................. 224 Solving scanner problems..........................231 Embedded Web Server does not open....................
Safety information Safety information Conventions Note: A note identifies information that could help you. Warning: A warning identifies something that could damage the product hardware or software. CAUTION: A caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could injure you. Different types of caution statements include: CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Indicates a risk of injury.
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You must use either a printer stand or printer base if you are using multiple input options. If you purchased a multifunction printer (MFP) that scans, copies, and faxes, then you may need additional furniture. For more information, see www.lexmark.com/multifunctionprinters. CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before continuing.
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Safety information • Any cart used to move the hardware options must have a surface able to support the dimensions of the options. • Keep the printer in an upright position. • Avoid severe jarring movements. • Make sure that your fingers are not under the printer when you set it down. •...
Caring for and maintaining the printer • Troubleshooting and solving problems Information on setting up and configuring the accessibility Lexmark Accessibility Guide—This guide is available features of your printer at http://support.lexmark.com. Help using the printer software Windows or Mac Help—Open a printer software program or application, and then click Help.
Learning about the printer What are you looking for? Find it here The latest supplemental information, updates, and customer Lexmark support Web site— support: http://support.lexmark.com • Documentation Note: Select your country or region, and then select your product to view the appropriate support site.
You must use either a printer stand or printer base if you are using multiple input options. If you purchased a multifunction printer (MFP) that scans, copies, and faxes, then you may need additional furniture. For more information, see www.lexmark.com/multifunctionprinters. CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of equipment instability, load each tray separately.
Learning about the printer Printer control panel Automatic document feeder (ADF) ADF tray ADF bin Front door release button Standard 250‑sheet tray Optional 250‑ or 550‑sheet tray 100‑sheet multipurpose feeder Paper stop Standard bin Understanding the basic functions of the scanner •...
Learning about the printer Using the ADF and scanner glass Automatic document feeder (ADF) Scanner glass Use the ADF for multiple‑page documents. Note: The ADF scans only one side of the page. Use the scanner glass for single‑page documents, book pages, small items (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings).
Learning about the printer Use the Display • View the printer status and messages. • Set up and operate the printer. Arrow buttons Scroll up and down or left and right. Select button • Select menu options. • Save settings. Address book button View all the stored addresses.
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Learning about the printer Sleep button light Printer status Blinking amber for 0.1 second, then goes The printer is in Hibernate mode. completely off for 1.9 seconds in a slow, pulsing pattern...
Additional printer setup Additional printer setup Installing internal options CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the electircal outlet before continuing.
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Additional printer setup Open the controller board shield using the green handle. Use the following illustration to locate the option card connector. Warning—Potential Damage: Controller board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch something metal on the printer before touching any controller board electronic components or connectors.
Additional printer setup Installing an optional card CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer.
You must use either a printer stand or printer base if you are using multiple input options. If you purchased a multifunction printer (MFP) that scans, copies, and faxes, then you may need additional furniture. For more information, see www.lexmark.com/multifunctionprinters. Install the printer and any hardware options you have purchased in the following order: •...
You must use either a printer stand or printer base if you are using multiple input options. If you purchased a multifunction printer (MFP) that scans, copies, and faxes, then you may need additional furniture. For more information, see www.lexmark.com/multifunctionprinters. Turn off the printer using the power switch, and then unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
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Additional printer setup Pull out the tray from the base. Remove any packing material from inside the tray. Insert the tray into the base. Place the tray near the printer. Align the printer with the tray, and then slowly lower the printer into place. Note: Optional trays lock together when stacked.
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Additional printer setup Connect the power cord to the printer, then to a properly grounded electrical outlet, and then turn on the printer. Notes: • When the printer software and any hardware options are installed, you may need to manually add the options in the printer driver to make them available for print jobs.
Additional printer setup Attaching cables CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not set up this product or make any electrical or cabling connections, such as the power cord, fax feature, or telephone, during a lightning storm. CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: To avoid the risk of fire or electrical shock, connect the power cord to an appropriately rated and properly grounded electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible.
• From the software CD that came with your printer. • Go to http://support.lexmark.com, and then select your printer and operating system. Run the installer, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen. For Macintosh users, add the printer.
Additional printer setup Networking Notes: • Purchase a MarkNet N8352 wireless network adapter first before setting up the printer on a wireless network. For information on installing the wireless network adapter, see the setup sheet that came with the adapter. •...
Additional printer setup • Security Method—There are four basic options for Security Method: – WEP key If your network uses more than one WEP key, then enter up to four in the provided spaces. Select the key currently in use on the network by selecting the default WEP transmit key. –...
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Additional printer setup Search for networks Show available wireless connections. Note: This menu item shows all broadcast secured or unsecured SSIDs. Enter a network name Manually type the SSID. Note: Make sure to type the correct SSID. Wi‑Fi Protected Setup Connect the printer to a wireless network using Wi‑Fi Protected Setup. Press , and then follow the instructions on the printer display.
Additional printer setup Connecting the printer to a wireless network using the Embedded Web Server Before you begin, make sure that: • Your printer is connected temporarily to an Ethernet network. • A wireless network adapter is installed in your printer and working properly. For more information, see the instruction sheet that came with the wireless network adapter.
Additional printer setup Printing a network setup page If the printer is attached to a network, then print a network setup page to verify the network connection. This page also provides important information that aids network printing configuration. From the printer control panel, navigate to: >...
Loading paper and specialty media Loading paper and specialty media The selection and handling of paper and specialty media can affect how reliably documents print. For more information, see “Avoiding jams” on page 167 “Storing paper” on page Setting the paper size and type From the printer control panel, navigate to: >...
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Loading paper and specialty media Note: Do not remove trays while a job prints or while Busy appears on the printer display. Doing so may cause a jam. Squeeze and then slide the width guide tab to the correct position for the size of the paper you are loading.
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Loading paper and specialty media Squeeze and then slide the length guide tab to the correct position for the size of the paper you are loading. Notes: • For some paper sizes like letter, legal, and A4, squeeze and slide the length guide tab backward to accommodate their length.
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Loading paper and specialty media Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the edges on a level surface. Load the paper stack. Notes: • Load with the printable side facedown when using recycled or preprinted paper. •...
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Loading paper and specialty media • Load letterhead facedown, with the top edge of the sheet toward the front of the tray. For two‑sided printing, load letterhead faceup with the bottom edge of the sheet toward the front of the tray. •...
Loading paper and specialty media Loading the multipurpose feeder Use the multipurpose feeder when printing on different paper sizes and types or specialty media, such as card stock, transparencies, paper labels, and envelopes. You can also use it for single‑page print jobs on letterhead. Open the multipurpose feeder.
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Loading paper and specialty media Pull the extender gently so that the multipurpose feeder is fully extended and open. Squeeze the tab on the left width guide, and then move the guides for the paper you are loading. Prepare the paper or specialty media for loading. •...
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Loading paper and specialty media • Flex the stack of envelopes back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them. Straighten the edges on a level surface. Load the paper or specialty media. Notes: • Do not force paper or specialty media into the multipurpose feeder. •...
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Loading paper and specialty media Note: When loading A6‑size paper, make sure the multipurpose feeder extender rests lightly against the edge of the paper so that the last few sheets of paper remain in place. • Load letterhead faceup with the top edge entering the printer first. For two‑sided (duplex) printing, load letterhead facedown with the bottom edge entering the printer first.
Loading paper and specialty media • Load envelopes with the flap on the left side facedown. Warning—Potential Damage: Never use envelopes with stamps, clasps, snaps, windows, coated linings, or self‑stick adhesives. These envelopes may severely damage the printer. From the printer control panel, set the paper size and paper type in the Paper menu to match the paper or specialty media loaded in the multipurpose feeder.
Loading paper and specialty media Creating a custom name for a paper type Using the Embedded Web Server Open a Web browser, and then type the printer IP address in the address field. Notes: • View the printer IP address in the TCP/IP section in the Network/Ports menu. The IP address appears as four sets of numbers separated by periods, such as 123.123.123.123.
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Loading paper and specialty media Using the printer control panel From the printer control panel, navigate to: > Settings > > Paper Menu > > Custom Types Select a custom paper type name, and then select a paper type. Note: Paper is the factory default paper type for all user‑defined custom names. Press...
The printer may print at a reduced speed to prevent damage to the fuser. • For more information on card stock and labels, see the Card Stock & Label Guide at http://support.lexmark.com. Using specialty media Tips on using letterhead •...
Print samples on the labels being considered for use before buying large quantities. Note: Use only paper label sheets. Vinyl, pharmacy, and two‑sided labels are not supported. For more information on label printing, characteristics, and design, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available at http://support.lexmark.com. When printing on labels: •...
Paper and specialty media guide Tips on using card stock Card stock is heavy, single‑ply specialty media. Many of its variable characteristics, such as moisture content, thickness, and texture, can significantly affect print quality. • From the printer control panel, set the paper size, type, texture, and weight in the Paper menu to match the card stock loaded in the tray.
Paper and specialty media guide Moisture content The amount of moisture in paper affects both print quality and the ability of the printer to feed the paper correctly. Leave paper in its original wrapper until it is time to use it. This limits the exposure of paper to moisture changes that can degrade its performance.
(electrophotographic) printers. While no blanket statement can be made that all recycled paper will feed well, Lexmark consistently tests papers that represent recycled cut size copier papers available on the global market. This scientific testing is conducted with rigor and discipline.
(16 lb) • Multiple part forms or documents For more information about Lexmark, visit www.lexmark.com. General sustainability-related information can be found at the Environmental Sustainability link. Storing paper Use these paper storage guidelines to help avoid jams and uneven print quality: •...
Paper and specialty media guide Supported paper sizes, types, and weights Supported paper sizes Paper size and Standard Optional 250‑ Multipurpose Scanner Duplex dimension 250‑sheet tray or 550‑sheet feeder glass printing tray Business card 3 x 5 in. 4 x 6 in. 210 x 297 mm (8.27 x 11.7 in.) 148 x 210 mm...
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Paper and specialty media guide Paper size and Standard Optional 250‑ Multipurpose Scanner Duplex dimension 250‑sheet tray or 550‑sheet feeder glass printing tray Folio 215.9 x 330.2 mm (8.5 x 13 in.) Statement 139.7 x 215.9 mm (5.5 x 8.5 in.) Universal 76.2 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.) to 215.9 x 359.92 mm...
Paper and specialty media guide Supported paper types and weights The standard tray supports 60–90‑g/m (16–24‑lb) paper weights. The optional tray supports 60–120‑g/m (16– 32‑lb) paper weights. The multipurpose feeder supports 60–163‑g/m (16–43‑lb) paper weights. Paper type 250‑ or Multipurpose feeder Duplex mode Scanner glass 550‑sheet tray...
Printing Printing Printing a document Printing from a computer Note: For labels, card stock, and envelopes, set the paper size and type in the printer before sending the print job. From the document that you are trying to print, open the Print dialog. If necessary, adjust the settings.
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Printing from a mobile device using Lexmark Mobile Print Lexmark Mobile Print allows you to send documents and images directly to a supported Lexmark printer. Open the document, and then send or share the document to Lexmark Mobile Print. Note: Some third‑party applications may not support the send or share feature. For more information, see the documentation that came with the application.
Printing Printing confidential and other held jobs Storing print jobs in the printer From the printer control panel, navigate to: > Settings > > Security > > Confidential Print > select the print job type Print job type Description Max Invalid PIN Limits the number of times an invalid PIN can be entered.
Printing From the printer home screen, select Held Jobs. Send the print job. Modifying confidential print settings Note: This feature is available only in network printers or printers connected to print servers. Open a Web browser, and then type the printer IP address in the address field. Notes: •...
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Printing Canceling a print job from the computer For Windows users Open the printers folder, and then select your printer. From the print queue, select the print job you want to cancel, and then delete it. For Macintosh users From System Preferences in the Apple menu, navigate to your printer. From the print queue, select the print job you want to cancel, and then delete it.
Copying Copying Automatic document feeder (ADF) Scanner glass Use the ADF for multiple‑page documents. Note: The ADF scans only one side of the sheet. Use the scanner glass for single-page documents, book pages, small items (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings).
Copying • The ADF indicator light comes on when the paper is loaded properly. Adjust the paper guides. From the printer control panel, use the keypad to enter the number of copies, and then press Copying using the scanner glass Place an original document facedown on the scanner glass in the upper left corner.
Copying From the printer control panel, navigate to: > Copy > > Copy from > select the size of the original document Navigate to: Copy to > > select the tray containing the transparencies > > select the number of copies or enter a number on the keypad >...
Copying Note: If you want to copy another document, then place it on the scanner glass, press the left or right arrow button to scroll to Scan the Next Page, and then press Press the left or right arrow button to scroll to Finish the Job, and then press Customizing copy settings Copying to a different size Load an original document faceup, short edge first into the ADF tray or facedown on the scanner glass.
Copying Navigate to: Copy to > > select the tray containing the paper size and type you want to use > > select the number of copies or enter a number on the keypad > If there are no trays that contain the paper size and type you want to use, then do the following: Navigate to: Copy to >...
Copying • The ADF indicator light comes on when the paper is loaded properly. If you are loading a document into the ADF tray, then adjust the paper guides. From the printer control panel, navigate to: > Copy > > Darkness > adjust the darkness setting > select the number of copies or enter a number on the keypad >...
Copying Select the number of copies or enter a number on the keypad, and then press Note: If you want to copy another document, then place it on the scanner glass, press the left or right arrow button to scroll to Scan the Next Page, and then press Press the left or right arrow button to scroll to Finish the Job, and then press Collating copies If you print multiple copies of a document, then you can choose to print each copy as a set (collated) or to print...
Copying From the printer control panel, navigate to: > Copy > > Separator Sheets Select Between Copies, Between Jobs, Between Pages, or Off. Select the number of copies or enter a number on the keypad, and then press Note: If you want to copy another document, then place it on the scanner glass, press the left or right arrow button to scroll to Scan the Next Page, and then press Press the left or right arrow button to scroll to Finish the Job, and then press Copying multiple pages onto a single sheet...
Copying Notes: • Do not load postcards, photos, small items, transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings) into the ADF tray. Place these items on the scanner glass. • The ADF indicator light comes on when the paper is loaded properly. If you are loading a document into the ADF tray, then adjust the paper guides.
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Copying • To set the printer to automatically detect the size of the original document, press the left or right arrow button to scroll to Auto Size Sense, and then press Copy to This option lets you select the paper size and type on which your copies will be printed. •...
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Copying • Text—The content of the original document is mostly text or line art. • Text/Photo—The original document is a mixture of text, graphics, and photos. Content Source This option lets you set the original document source. Select from the following content sources: •...
E-mailing E-mailing Automatic document feeder (ADF) Scanner glass Use the ADF for multiple‑page documents. Note: The ADF scans only one side of the sheet. Use the scanner glass for single-page documents, book pages, small items (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings).
E-mailing Creating an e-mail shortcut Creating an e-mail shortcut using the Embedded Web Server Open a Web browser, and then type the printer IP address in the address field. Notes: • View the printer IP address in the TCP/IP section in the Network/Ports menu. The IP address appears as four sets of numbers separated by periods, such as 123.123.123.123.
Faxing Faxing Automatic document feeder (ADF) Scanner glass Use the ADF for multiple‑page documents. Note: The ADF scans only one side of the sheet. Use the scanner glass for single-page documents, book pages, small items (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings).
Faxing Initial fax setup Many countries and regions require outgoing faxes to contain the following information in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page, or on the first page of the transmission: fax name (identification of the business, other entity, or individual sending the message) and fax number (telephone number of the sending fax machine, business, other entity, or individual).
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Faxing CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of fire, use only a 26 AWG or larger telecommunications (RJ-11) cord when connecting this product to the public switched telephone network. For users in Australia, the cord must be approved by the Australian Communications and Media Authority.
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Faxing Setup 2: Printer is sharing the line with an answering machine Note: If you subscribe to a distinctive ring service, then make sure that you set the correct ring pattern for the printer. Otherwise, the printer does not receive faxes even if you have set it to receive faxes automatically.
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Faxing Connected to different wall jacks PHONE LINE Connect one end of the telephone cable to the line port of the printer. Connect the other end of the cable to an active analog wall jack. Notes: • If you have only one telephone number on your line, then set the printer to receive faxes automatically. •...
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Faxing Setup 3: Printer is sharing the line with a telephone subscribed to voice mail service Connect one end of the telephone cable to the line port of the printer. Connect the other end of the cable to an active analog wall jack. Connect the telephone to the telephone port of the printer.
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Faxing CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not use the fax feature during a lightning storm. CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of fire, use only a 26 AWG or larger telecommunications (RJ-11) cord when connecting this product to the public switched telephone network.
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Faxing Setting up fax using VoIP telephone service CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not set up this product or make any electrical or cabling connections, such as the power cord, fax feature, or telephone, during a lightning storm.
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Faxing Notes: • To check if the telephone port on the VoIP adapter is active, plug an analog telephone into the port, and then listen for a dial tone. • If you need two telephone ports for your devices, but do not want to pay extra cost, then use a phone splitter.
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Faxing Connect one end of the telephone cable to the line port of the printer. Connect the other end of the cable to the port labeled Phone Line 1 or Phone Port on the cable modem. Connect your analog telephone to the telephone port of the printer. Note: To check if the telephone port on the cable modem is active, connect an analog telephone, and then listen for a dial tone.
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There may be an adapter plug installed in the telephone port of the printer. Do not remove the adapter plug from the telephone port of the printer if you are connecting to a serial or cascaded telephone system. Part name Part number Lexmark adapter plug 40X8519...
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Faxing Connecting the printer to a non‑RJ11 wall jack LINE Connect one end of the telephone cable to the line port of the printer. Connect the other end of the cable to the RJ11 adapter, and then connect the adapter to the wall jack. If you want to connect another device with a non‑RJ11 connector to the same wall jack, then connect it directly to the telephone adapter.
Faxing Connecting the printer to a wall jack in Germany The German wall jack has two kinds of ports. The N ports are for fax machines, modems, and answering machines. The F port is for telephones. Connect the printer to any of the N ports. N F N PHONE LINE...
Faxing Setting the outgoing fax or station name and number Open a Web browser, and then type the printer IP address in the address field. Notes: • View the printer IP address in the TCP/IP section in the Network/Ports menu. The IP address appears as four sets of numbers separated by periods, such as 123.123.123.123.
• The fax option is available only with the PostScript® driver or the Universal Fax Driver. For more information, go to http://support.lexmark.com. • To use the fax option with the PostScript driver, configure and enable it in the Configuration tab.
Faxing Sending a fax using a shortcut number Fax shortcuts are just like the speed dial numbers on a telephone or fax machine. A shortcut number (1–999) can contain a single recipient or multiple recipients. Load an original document faceup, short edge first into the ADF tray or facedown on the scanner glass. Notes: •...
Faxing • If you are using a proxy server, then temporarily disable it to load the Web page correctly. Click Settings > Manage Shortcuts > Fax Shortcut Setup. Note: A password may be required. If you do not have an ID and password, then contact your system support person.
Faxing From the printer control panel, navigate to: Fax > > enter the fax number > > Darkness > adjust the darkness of the fax > Viewing a fax log Open a Web browser, and then type the printer IP address in the address field. Notes: •...
Faxing Press > Delete Selected Jobs. Holding and forwarding faxes Holding faxes This option lets you hold received faxes from printing until they are released. Held faxes can be released manually or at a scheduled day or time. Open a Web browser, and then type the printer IP address in the address field. Notes: •...
Faxing Understanding the fax options Original Size This option lets you choose the size of the documents you are going to fax. From the Fax area of the printer control panel, press the Options button. Original Size appears. Press Press the arrow buttons until the size of the original document appears, and then press Resolution This option lets you adjust the quality of the fax output.
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Faxing • Inkjet—The original document was printed using an inkjet printer. • Photo/Film—The original document is a photo from a film. • Magazine—The original document is from a magazine. • Newspaper—The original document is from a newspaper. • Press—The original document was printed using a printing press. •...
Scanning Scanning Scanning to an FTP address Automatic document feeder (ADF) Scanner glass Use the ADF for multiple‑page documents. Note: The ADF scans only one side of the sheet. Use the scanner glass for single-page documents, book pages, small items (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings).
Scanning Enter a shortcut number. If you enter a number that is already in use, then you are prompted to select another number. Click Add. Scanning to an FTP address Scanning to an FTP address using a shortcut number Load an original document faceup, short edge first into the ADF tray or facedown on the scanner glass. Notes: •...
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Scanning Notes: • Do not load postcards, photos, small items, transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings) into the ADF tray. Place these items on the scanner glass. • The ADF indicator light turns on when the paper is loaded properly. If you are loading a document into the ADF tray, then adjust the paper guides.
Understanding the printer menus Understanding the printer menus Menus list Paper Menu Reports Network/Ports Security Settings Default Source Menu Settings Page Active NIC Confidential Print General Settings Paper Size/Type Device Statistics Security Audit Log Copy Settings Standard Network Configure MP Set Date and Time Fax Settings Network Setup Page...
Understanding the printer menus Paper menu Default Source menu Default Source Set a default paper source for all print jobs. Tray [x] Notes: MP Feeder • Tray 1 (standard tray) is the factory default setting. Manual Paper • From the Paper menu, set Configure MP to "Cassette" for MP Feeder Manual Envelope to appear as a menu setting.
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Understanding the printer menus MP Feeder Size Specify the size of the paper loaded in the multipurpose feeder. Notes: • Letter is the U.S. factory default setting. A4 is the international factory default setting. JIS B5 • From the Paper menu, set Configure MP to “Cassette” for MP Letter Feeder Size to appear as a menu item.
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Understanding the printer menus Manual Paper Size Specify the size of the paper being manually loaded. Note: Letter is the U.S. factory default setting. A4 is the international factory default setting. JIS B5 Letter Legal Executive Oficio (Mexico) Folio Statement Universal Manual Paper Type Specify the type of the paper being manually loaded.
Understanding the printer menus Configure MP menu Configure MP Determine when the printer selects paper from the multipurpose feeder. Cassette Notes: Manual • Cassette is the factory default setting. Cassette configures the First multipurpose feeder as the automatic paper source. •...
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Understanding the printer menus Labels Texture Specify the relative texture of the labels loaded. Smooth Note: Normal is the factory default setting. Normal Rough Bond Texture Specify the relative texture of the bond paper loaded. Smooth Note: Rough is the factory default setting. Normal Rough Envelope Texture...
Understanding the printer menus Paper Weight menu Plain Weight Specify the relative weight of the plain paper loaded. Light Note: Normal is the factory default setting. Normal Heavy Card Stock Weight Specify the relative weight of the card stock loaded. Light Note: Normal is the factory default setting.
Understanding the printer menus Colored Weight Specify the relative weight of the colored paper loaded. Light Note: Normal is the factory default setting. Normal Heavy Light Weight Specify that the relative weight of the paper loaded is light. Light Heavy Weight Specify the relative weight of the paper loaded is heavy.
Understanding the printer menus Light Loading Determine and set two‑sided printing for all print jobs that specify Light as the paper type. Duplex Heavy Loading Determine and set two‑sided printing for all print jobs that specify Heavy as the paper type. Duplex Custom [x] Loading Determine and set two‑sided printing for all print jobs that specify...
Understanding the printer menus Custom Scan Sizes menu Custom Scan Size [x] Specify a custom scan size name, size, and page orientation. Scan Size Name Notes: Width • 8.5 inches is the U.S. factory default setting for Width. 216 mm is the Height international factory default setting for Width.
Understanding the printer menus Reports menu Reports menu Menu Settings Page Print a report containing information about the paper loaded into trays, installed memory, total page count, alarms, timeouts, printer control panel language, TCP/IP address, status of supplies, status of the network connection, and other information.
Understanding the printer menus Network/Ports menu Active NIC menu Active NIC Notes: Auto • Auto is the factory default setting. [list of available network cards] • This menu item appears only when an optional network card is installed. Standard Network or Network [x] menu Note: Only active ports appear in this menu.
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Understanding the printer menus Network Buffer Set the size of the network input buffer. Auto Notes: 3KB to [maximum size allowed] • Auto is the factory default setting. • The maximum size allowed depends on the amount of memory in the printer, the size of the other link buffers, and whether Resource Save is set to On or Off.
Understanding the printer menus Network Card menu To access the menu, navigate to either of the following: • Network/Ports > Standard Network > Standard Network Setup > Network Card • Network/Ports > Network [x] > Network [x] Setup > Network Card View Card Status View the connection status of the wireless network adapter.
Understanding the printer menus Enable RARP Specify the RARP address assignment setting. Note: Off is the factory default setting. Enable BOOTP Specify the BOOTP address assignment setting. Note: On is the factory default setting. Enable AutoIP Specify the Zero Configuration Networking setting. Note: Yes is the factory default setting.
Understanding the printer menus Auto Configuration Specify whether or not the network adapter accepts the automatic IPv6 address configuration entries provided by a router. Note: On is the factory default setting. Set Hostname Set the host name. Note: These settings can be changed only from the Embedded View Address Web Server.
Understanding the printer menus View Signal Quality View the quality of the wireless connection. View Security Mode View the encryption method for the wireless network. AppleTalk menu To access the menu, navigate to either of the following: • Network/Ports > Standard Network > Standard Network Setup > AppleTalk •...
Understanding the printer menus SMTP Server Authentication Specify the type of user authentication required for scan to e‑mail privileges. No authentication required Login/Plain Note: “No authentication required” is the factory default setting. CRAM‑MD5 Digest‑MD5 NTLM Kerberos 5 Device‑Initiated E‑mail Specify what credentials will be used when communicating to the SMTP server.
Understanding the printer menus Set Date and Time menu Current Date and Time View the current date and time settings for the printer. Manually Set Date and Time Enter the date and time. [input date/time] Notes: • Manually setting the date and time sets Enable NTP to No. •...
Understanding the printer menus Settings menu General Settings menu Display Language Set the language of the text that appears on the display. English Note: Not all languages are available for all models. You may Francais need to install special hardware for some languages. Deutsch Italiano Espanol...
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Understanding the printer menus Run Initial Setup Run the setup wizard. Paper Sizes Specify the unit of measurement for paper sizes. Note: US is the factory default setting. Metric Scan to PC Port Range Specify a valid port range for printers behind a port blocking firewall.
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Understanding the printer menus Timeouts Set the idle time before the printer begins operating in Sleep Mode. Sleep Mode Disabled Notes: 1–120 • 20 minutes is the factory default setting. • Disabled appears only when Energy Conserve is set to Off.
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Understanding the printer menus Timeouts Set the time the printer waits to receive for more data before canceling a print job. Wait Timeout Disabled Notes: 15–65535 • 40 seconds is the factory default setting. • Wait Timeout is available only when the printer is using PostScript emulation.
Headphone Volume Note: 5 is the factory default setting. 1–10 Information Sent to Lexmark Send anonymous device usage information to Lexmark. Supplies and Page Usage (Anonymous) Note: The default value depends on what you selected during the initial setup. Press Sleep Button Determine how the printer, while in idle state, reacts to a short press of the Sleep button.
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Understanding the printer menus Content Source Specify how the original document was produced. Black/White Laser Note: Black/White Laser is the factory default setting. Color Laser Inkjet Photo/Film Magazine Newspaper Press Other Sides (Duplex) Specify whether an original document is two‑sided or one‑sided, and then specify whether the copy should be two‑sided or one‑sided.
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Understanding the printer menus Original Size Specify the size of the original document. Letter Note: Letter is the U.S. factory default setting. A4 is the international factory Legal default setting. Executive Folio Statement Oficio (Mexico) Universal Auto Size Sense JIS B5 Custom Scan Size [x] Book Original Business Card...
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Understanding the printer menus Overlay Specify the overlay text printed on each page of the copy job. Confidential Note: Off is the factory default setting. Copy Draft Urgent Custom Custom Overlay Specify the custom overlay text. Allow priority copies Allow interruption of a print job to copy a page or document. Note: On is the factory default setting.
Understanding the printer menus Sharpness Adjust the amount of sharpness of a copy. 1–5 Note: 3 is the factory default setting. Fax Settings menu Fax Mode (Analog Fax Setup) menu Analog Fax Setup mode sends the fax job through a telephone line. General Fax Settings Fax Name Specify the name of the fax in the printer.
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Understanding the printer menus Fax Number Masking Specify the direction from where digits are masked in an outgoing fax number. Notes: From left • Off is the factory default setting. From right • The number of characters masked is determined by the Digits to Mask setting.
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Understanding the printer menus Original Size Specify the size of the original document. Note: Mixed Sizes is the U.S. factory default setting. A4 is the international factory default setting. JIS B5 Letter Legal Executive Folio Statement Oficio (Mexico) Universal Auto Size Sense Mixed Sizes Custom Scan Size [x] Book Original...
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Understanding the printer menus Behind a PABX Enable or disable switchboard blind dialing without a dial tone. Note: No is the factory default setting. Enable ECM Enable or disable Error Correction Mode for fax jobs. Note: Yes is the factory default setting. Enable Fax Scans Fax files that are scanned at the printer.
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Understanding the printer menus Mirror Image Create a mirror image of the original document. Note: Off is the factory default setting. Negative Image Create a negative image of the original document. Note: Off is the factory default setting. Shadow Detail Adjust the amount of shadow detail visible.
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Understanding the printer menus Auto Reduction Scale an incoming fax job so that it fits the size of the paper loaded in the designated fax source. Note: On is the factory default setting. Paper Source Specify the paper source for printing incoming fax jobs. Auto Note: Auto is the factory default setting.
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Understanding the printer menus Fax Log Settings Transmission Log Enable printing of a transmission log after each fax job. Print log Note: Print log is the factory default setting. Do not print log Print only for error Receive Error Log Enable printing of a received error log following a receive error.
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Understanding the printer menus Answer On All Rings Specify ring patterns when the printer is answering calls. Single Ring Only Note: All Rings is the factory default setting. Double Ring Only Triple Ring Only Single or Double Rings Only Single or Triple Rings Only Double or Triple Rings Only E‑mail Settings menu E‑mail Server Setup...
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Understanding the printer menus Content Source Specify how the original document was produced. Black/White Laser Note: Black/White Laser is the factory default setting. Color Laser Inkjet Photo/Film Magazine Newspaper Press Other Color Specify whether the printer captures and transmits content in color. Note: On is the factory default setting.
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Understanding the printer menus JPEG Quality Set the quality of a JPEG photo image in relation to file size and quality of the image. Best for content 5–90 Notes: • Best for content is the factory default setting. • 5 reduces the file size and quality of the image. •...
Understanding the printer menus Color Dropout Specify which color to drop and to adjust the dropout setting for each color threshold. Color Dropout None Notes: • None is the factory default setting for Color Dropout. Green • 128 is the factory default setting for each color threshold. Blue Default Red Threshold 0–255...
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Understanding the printer menus PDF Settings Configure the PDF settings. PDF Version Notes: 1.2–1.7 • 1.5 is the factory default setting for PDF Version. A–1a • Off is the factory default setting for Secure PDF and Searchable PDF. Secure PDF Secure PDF requires you to enter your password twice.
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Understanding the printer menus Original Size Specify the size of the original document. Letter Note: Letter is the U.S. factory default setting. A4 is the international factory Legal default setting. Executive Folio Statement Oficio (Mexico) Universal Auto Size Sense Mixed Sizes JIS B5 Custom Scan Size [x] Book Original...
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Understanding the printer menus Log Paper Source Specify a paper source when printing FTP logs. Tray [x] Note: Tray 1 is the factory default setting. MP Feeder FTP Bit Depth Enable the Text/Photo mode to have smaller file sizes by using 1‑bit images. 1 bit Note: 8 bit is the factory default setting.
Understanding the printer menus Print Settings Setup menu Printer Language Set the default printer language. PCL Emulation Notes: PS Emulation • PCL Emulation is the factory default setting. PPDS Emulation • This does not prevent a software program from sending print jobs that use another printer language.
Understanding the printer menus Finishing menu Sides (Duplex) Specify whether two‑sided (duplex) printing is set as the user default setting for all print jobs. 1 sided 2 sided Notes: • “1 sided” is the factory default setting. • You can set two‑sided printing from the software program. For Windows users: Click File >...
Understanding the printer menus Separator Source Specify the paper source for separator sheet. Tray [x] Notes: MP Feeder • Tray 1 (standard tray) is the factory default setting. • From the Paper menu, set Configure MP to “Cassette” for MP Feeder to appear as a menu setting.
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Understanding the printer menus Pixel Boost Enable more pixels to print in clusters for clarity, in order to enhance images horizontally or vertically, or to enhance fonts. Fonts Note: Off is the factory default setting. Horizontally Vertically Both directions Isolated Toner Darkness Lighten or darken the printed output.
Understanding the printer menus Utilities menu Format Flash Format the flash memory. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not turn off the printer while the flash memory is being formatted. Notes: • Yes deletes all data stored in flash memory. • No cancels the format request. •...
Understanding the printer menus PostScript menu Print PS Error Print a page containing the PostScript error. Note: Off is the factory default setting. Lock PS Startup Mode Enable the SysStart file. Note: Off is the factory default setting. PCL Emul menu Font Source Specify the set of fonts used in the Font Name menu.
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Understanding the printer menus PCL Emulation Settings Specify the orientation of text and graphics on a page. Orientation Notes: Portrait • Portrait is the factory default setting. It prints text and graphics Landscape parallel to the short edge of the page. •...
Understanding the printer menus Tray Renumber Configure the printer to work with printer software or programs that use different source assignments for trays and feeders. Assign Multipurpose Feeder Notes: None • “Off” is the factory default setting. 0–199 • “None” ignores the Select Paper Feed command. This option Assign Tray [x] appears only when it is selected by the PCL 5e interpreter.
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Understanding the printer menus Menu item Description Lines per Page Sets the number of lines that print on each page 1–255 Notes: • 64 is the factory default setting. • The printer sets the amount of space between each line based on the Lines per Page, Paper Size, and Orientation settings.
Understanding the printer menus Menu item Description Auto LF after CR Specifies whether the printer automatically performs a line feed (LF) after a carriage return (CR) control command Notes: • Off is the factory default setting. • Settings are duplicated in the PCL Emulation menu. HTML menu Font Name Joanna MT...
Understanding the printer menus Scale Scale the default font for HTML documents. 1–400% Notes: • 100% is the factory default setting. • Scaling can be increased in 1% increments. Orientation Set the page orientation for HTML documents. Portrait Note: Portrait is the factory default setting. Landscape Margin Size Set the page margin for HTML documents.
Understanding the printer menus Help menu Menu item Description Print All Guides Prints all the guides Copy Guide Provides information about making copies and configuring the settings E‑mail Guide Provides information about sending e‑mails and configuring the settings Fax Guide Provides information about sending faxes and configuring the settings FTP Guide Provides information about scanning documents and configuring the settings...
Saving money and the environment Saving money and the environment Lexmark is committed to environmental sustainability and is continually improving its printers to reduce their impact on the environment. We design with the environment in mind, engineer our packaging to reduce materials, and provide collection and recycling programs.
Saving money and the environment Use the factory default settings for all settings associated with Eco‑Mode. This setting supports the performance specifications for your printer. Energy Reduce energy use, especially when the printer is idle. Notes: • Printer engine motors do not start until a job is ready to print. You may notice a short delay before the first page is printed.
Saving money and the environment Adjusting Sleep mode From the control panel, navigate to: > Settings > > Settings > > General Settings > > Timeouts > > Sleep Mode > In the Sleep Mode field, select the number of minutes the printer is idle before it enters Sleep mode. Apply the changes.
These efficiencies result in fewer greenhouse emissions, energy savings, and natural resource savings. Lexmark cartons are 100% recyclable where corrugated recycling facilities exist. Facilities may not exist in your area. The foam used in Lexmark packaging is recyclable where foam recycling facilities exist. Facilities may not exist in your area.
Saving money and the environment When you return a cartridge to Lexmark, you can reuse the box that the cartridge came in. Lexmark will recycle the box. Returning Lexmark cartridges for reuse or recycling The Lexmark Cartridge Collection Program allows you to return used cartridges for free to Lexmark for reuse or recycling.
Securing the printer Securing the printer Statement of Volatility Your printer contains various types of memory that can store device and network settings, and user data. Type of memory Description Volatile memory Your printer uses standard random access memory (RAM) to temporarily buffer user data during simple print jobs.
You can also see the Embedded Web Server — Security: Administrator’s Guide for additional information: Go to www.lexmark.com, and then navigate to Support & Downloads > select your printer. Click the Manuals tab, and then select Embedded Web Server — Security: Administrator’s Guide.
Maintaining the printer Maintaining the printer Cleaning printer parts Cleaning the printer CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electrical shock when cleaning the exterior of the printer, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect all cables from the printer before proceeding.
Maintaining the printer Cleaning the scanner glass Open the scanner cover. Wipe the areas shown with a damp, soft, lint-free cloth. White underside of the scanner cover Scanner glass Automatic document feeder (ADF) glass White underside of the ADF cover Close the scanner cover.
Maintaining the printer Checking the status of parts and supplies A message appears on the display when a replacement supply item is needed or when maintenance is required. Checking the status of parts and supplies on the printer control panel From the printer control panel, navigate to: >...
Damage caused by the use of third-party supplies or parts is not covered by the warranty. All life indicators are designed to function with Lexmark supplies and parts, and may deliver unpredictable results if third-party supplies or parts are used. Imaging component usage beyond the intended life may damage your Lexmark printer or its associated components.
Extremely low print coverage for extended periods of time may cause imaging unit parts to fail prior to exhaustion of toner from toner cartridge. For more information on replacing the imaging unit, see the instruction sheet that came with the supply. Part name Lexmark Return Program Regular Imaging unit 500Z...
Maintaining the printer Part name Part number Separator pad 40X6247 Storing supplies Choose a cool, clean storage area for the printer supplies. Store supplies right side up in their original packing until you are ready to use them. Do not expose supplies to: •...
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Maintaining the printer Pull the toner cartridge out using the handle. Unpack the toner cartridge, and then remove all packing materials. Shake the new cartridge to redistribute the toner. Insert the toner cartridge into the printer by aligning the side rails of the cartridge with the arrows on the side rails inside the printer.
Maintaining the printer Replacing the imaging unit Press the button on the right side of the printer, and then open the front door. Pull the toner cartridge out using the handle. Lift the green handle, and then pull the imaging unit out of the printer.
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Maintaining the printer Unpack the new imaging unit, and then shake it. Remove all packing materials from the imaging unit. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not expose the imaging unit to direct light for more than 10 minutes. Extended exposure to light may cause print quality problems. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the photoconductor drum.
Maintaining the printer Insert the toner cartridge into the printer by aligning the side rails of the cartridge with the arrows on the side rails inside the printer. Close the front door. Moving the printer Moving the printer to another location CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more trained personnel to lift it safely.
Maintaining the printer • Make sure that your fingers are not under the printer when you set it down. • Make sure that there is adequate clearance around the printer. Note: Damage to the printer caused by improper moving is not covered by the printer warranty. Shipping the printer When shipping the printer, use the original packaging or call the place of purchase for a relocation kit.
This chapter covers basic administrative support tasks using the Embedded Web Server. For more advanced system support tasks, see the Networking Guide on the Software and Documentation CD or the Embedded Web Server — Security: Administrator's Guide on the Lexmark support Web site at http://support.lexmark.com.
Managing the printer Viewing reports You can view some reports from the Embedded Web Server. These reports are useful for assessing the status of the printer, network, and supplies. Open a Web browser, and then type the printer IP address in the address field. Notes: •...
Managing the printer Notification Description The printer stops processing jobs when the supply condition is reached, and the user Continuable Stop needs to press a button to continue printing. The printer stops processing jobs when the supply condition is reached. The supply Non Continuable Stop must be replaced to continue printing.
Clearing jams Clearing jams Carefully select paper and specialty media and load them properly to avoid most jams. If jams occur, then follow the steps outlined in this chapter. Warning—Potential Damage: Never use any tool to remove a jam. Doing so could permanently damage the fuser.
Clearing jams • Make sure that the paper guides are positioned correctly and are not pressing tightly against the paper or envelopes. • Push the tray firmly into the printer after loading paper. Use recommended paper • Use only recommended paper or specialty media. •...
Clearing jams Jam location Duplex unit Trays Rear door Paper jam in the front door CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The inside of the printer might be hot. To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before touching it. Open the front door.
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Clearing jams Remove the imaging unit. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not expose the imaging unit to direct light for more than 10 minutes. Extended exposure to light may cause print quality problems. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the shiny photoconductor drum under the imaging unit. Doing so may affect the quality of future print jobs.
Clearing jams Insert the toner cartridge. Close the front door. If necessary, press on the control panel. Paper jam in the rear door Open the rear door. CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The inside of the printer might be hot. To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before touching it.
Clearing jams Remove the jammed paper. Note: Make sure that all paper fragments are removed. Close the rear door. If necessary, press on the control panel. Paper jam in the standard bin Remove the jammed paper. Note: Make sure that all paper fragments are removed.
Clearing jams If necessary, press on the control panel. Paper jam in the duplex unit Remove the tray. Remove the jammed paper. Note: Make sure that all paper fragments are removed.
Clearing jams Insert the tray. From the control panel, press Paper jam in trays Remove the tray. Remove the jammed paper. Note: Make sure that all paper fragments are removed. Insert the tray. If necessary, press on the control panel. Paper jam in the multipurpose feeder Remove paper from the multipurpose feeder.
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Clearing jams Flex, fan, and align the paper edges before loading. Reload paper, and then adjust the paper guide. If necessary, press on the control panel.
Clearing jams Paper jam in the automatic document feeder Remove all original documents from the ADF tray. Open the ADF cover. Remove the jammed paper. Note: Make sure that all paper fragments are removed. Close the ADF cover. If necessary, press from the control panel.
Cartridge, imaging unit mismatch [41.xy] Use only a supported toner cartridge and imaging unit. Note: For a list of supported supplies, go to www.lexmark.com. Change [paper source] to [custom string] load [paper orientation] Try one or more of the following: •...
Troubleshooting Close flatbed cover and load originals if restarting job [2yy.xx] From the printer control panel, try one or more of the following: • Select Scan from automatic feeder to continue scanning from the ADF immediately after the last successful scan job. •...
Troubleshooting Defective flash detected [51] Try one or more of the following: • Replace the defective flash memory card. • From the printer control panel, select Continue to ignore the message and continue printing. For non‑touch‑screen printer models, press to confirm. •...
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Troubleshooting Fax Station Number not set up. Contact system administrator. Try either of the following: • From the printer control panel, select Continue to clear the message. For non‑touch‑screen printer to confirm. models, press • Complete the Analog Fax Setup. If the message appears again after completing the setup, then contact your system support person.
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Troubleshooting Select Continue to clear the message. For non-touch-screen printer models, press to confirm. Insufficient memory, some held jobs will not be restored [37] Try one or more of the following: • From the printer control panel, select Continue to clear the message. For non-touch-screen printer models, press to confirm.
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Troubleshooting Load multipurpose feeder with [paper size] [orientation] Try one or more of the following: • Load the multipurpose feeder with the correct paper size. • Depending on your printer model, touch Continue or press to clear the message and continue printing.
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• Cancel the current job. Maintenance kit low [80.xy] You may need to order a maintenance kit. For more information, visit the Lexmark support Web site at http://support.lexmark.com or contact customer support, and then report the message. If necessary, select Continue to clear the message and continue printing. For non‑touch‑screen printer models, press to confirm.
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The printer has detected a non‑Lexmark supply or part installed in the printer. Your Lexmark printer is designed to function best with genuine Lexmark supplies and parts. Use of third- party supplies or parts may affect the performance, reliability, or life of the printer and its imaging components.
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If you do not want to accept these risks, then remove the third-party supply or part from your printer and install a genuine Lexmark supply or part. Note: For a list of supported supplies, see the “Ordering supplies” section or go to www.lexmark.com. Not enough free space in flash memory for resources [52] Try one or more of the following: •...
Troubleshooting Remove paper from standard output bin Remove the paper stack from the standard bin. The printer automatically detects paper removal and resumes printing. If removing the paper does not clear the message, then select Continue on the printer control panel. For non-touch-screen printer models, press to confirm.
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Troubleshooting Note: If you do not have a replacement imaging unit, then see the “Ordering supplies” section of the User’s Guide or visit www.lexmark.com. Replace imaging unit, 0 estimated pages remain [84.xy] Replace the imaging unit to clear the message and continue printing. For more information, see the instruction sheet that came with the supply or see the “Replacing supplies”...
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Remove the imaging unit, and then install a supported one to clear the message and continue printing. For more information, see the instruction sheet that came with the supply. This error can also be caused by installing a genuine Lexmark imaging unit, such as a MICR unit, that is not intended to be used in this product.
From the printer control panel, select Continue to continue printing. For non‑touch‑screen printer models, press to confirm. • Turn off the printer and then turn it back on. • Update the network firmware in the printer or print server. For more information, visit the Lexmark support Web site at http://support.lexmark.com.
Troubleshooting Standard USB port disabled [56] From the printer control panel, select Continue to clear the message. For non‑touch‑screen printer models, press to confirm. Notes: • The printer discards any data received through the USB port. • Make sure the USB Buffer menu is not set to Disabled. Supply needed to complete job Do either of the following: •...
Troubleshooting Unformatted flash detected [53] Try one or more of the following: • From the printer control, select Continue to stop the defragmentation and continue printing. For to confirm. non‑touch‑screen printer models, press • Format the flash memory. Note: If the error message remains, then the flash memory may be defective and need to be replaced. Weblink server not set up.
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Troubleshooting Action Step 4 Unplug the other Go to step 5. electrical equipment, Check other electrical equipment plugged into the electrical outlet. and then turn on the printer. If the printer Does other electrical equipment work? does not work, then reconnect the other electrical equipment.
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Troubleshooting Action Step 11 Go to step 12. Install the correct printer driver. Check the installed printer driver. Is the correct printer driver installed? Step 12 The problem is Contact customer solved. support. Turn off the printer, then wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn the printer back on.
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Troubleshooting Action Step 3 Go to step 4. Reinstall the internal option. Print a menu settings page, and then check to see if the internal option is listed in the Installed Features list. Is the internal option listed in the menu settings page? Step 4 The problem is Contact...
Troubleshooting Action Step 4 The problem is Contact customer solved. support. Check if the tray is available in the printer driver. Note: If necessary, manually add the tray in the printer driver to make it available for print jobs. For more information, see “Adding available options in the print driver”...
Troubleshooting Action Step 2 Go to step 3. The problem is solved. Load paper from a fresh package. Note: Paper absorbs moisture due to high humidity. Store paper in its original wrapper until you use it. Resend the print job. Do paper jams still occur frequently? Step 3 Contact...
Troubleshooting Solving print problems Printing problems Incorrect characters print Action Step 1 Deactivate Hex Go to step 2. Trace mode. Make sure the printer is not in Hex Trace mode. Note: If Ready Hex appears on the printer display, then turn off the printer, and then turn it back on to deactivate Hex Trace mode.
Troubleshooting Action Step 4 The problem is Contact customer solved. support. Check if the trays are not linked. Resend the print job. Did the job print from the correct tray or on the correct paper? Large jobs do not collate Action Step 1 The problem is...
Troubleshooting Action Step 2 The problem is Contact customer solved. support. Open the document you want to print in Adobe Acrobat. Click File > Print > Advanced > Print As Image > OK > OK. Do the files print? Print jobs do not print Action Step 1 The problem is...
Remove, and then reinstall the printer software. For more information, see “Installing the printer software” on page Note: The printer software is available at http://support.lexmark.com. Resend the print job. Do the jobs print? Print job takes longer than expected Action...
Troubleshooting Action Step 5 The problem is Contact customer solved. support. Check if the cable connections to the printer and print server are secure. For more information, see the setup documentation that came with the printer. Resend the print job. Did the job print? Printing slows down Notes:...
Troubleshooting Action Step 1 The problem is Go to step 2. solved. Open the trays, and then check if they contain paper of the same size and type. • Check if the paper guides are in the correct positions for the size of the paper loaded in each tray.
Troubleshooting Print quality problems Characters have jagged or uneven edges Action Step 1 Go to step 2. Select a font that is supported by the Print a font sample list to check if the fonts you are using are printer. supported by the printer.
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Troubleshooting Action Step 2 Go to step 3. Do one or more of the following: From the printer control panel, set the paper size and type in the • Paper menu to match the paper loaded in the tray. Specify the paper size from the tray settings to match Do the paper size and type match the paper loaded in the tray?
Troubleshooting Action Step 2 The problem is Contact customer solved. support. Replace the fuser. For more information on installing the fuser, see the instruction sheet that came with the part. Resend the print job. Do compressed images still appear? Gray background on prints Leading edge ABCDE ABCDE...
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Troubleshooting Horizontal voids appear on prints Leading edge Trailing edge Action Step 1 Go to step 2. The problem is solved. Make sure your software program is using a correct fill pattern. Resend the print job. Do horizontal voids appear on prints? Step 2 Go to step 3.
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Troubleshooting Incorrect margins on prints A B C D A B C D A B C D Action Step 1 The problem is Go to step 2. solved. Move the width and length guides in the tray to the correct positions for the paper size loaded.
Troubleshooting Paper curl Action Step 1 Go to step 2. Adjust the width and length guides. Move the width and length guides in the tray to the correct positions for the size of the paper loaded. Are the width and length guides positioned correctly? Step 2 Go to step 3.
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Troubleshooting Action Step 1 Go to step 2. The problem is solved. Move the width and length guides in the tray to the correct positions for the size of the paper loaded in the tray. Resend the print job. Do print irregularities still appear? Step 2 Go to step 3.
Troubleshooting Print is too dark Action Step 1 Go to step 2. The problem is solved. From the Quality menu on the printer control panel, reduce the toner darkness. Note: 8 is the factory default setting. Resend the print job. Is the print still too dark? Step 2 Go to step 3.
Troubleshooting Action Step 5 Go to step 6. The problem is solved. Load paper from a fresh package. Note: Paper absorbs moisture due to high humidity. Store paper in its original wrapper until you use it. Resend the print job. Is the print still too dark? Step 6 Contact...
Troubleshooting Action Step 4 From the printer Go to step 5. control panel, Make sure that the paper has no texture or rough finishes. change the texture settings in the Paper Are you printing on textured or rough paper? Texture menu to match the paper you are printing on.
Troubleshooting Action Step 1 Go to step 2. The problem is solved. Check if there is packing material left on the imaging unit. Remove the toner cartridge, and then the imaging unit. Check if the packing material is properly removed from the imaging unit.
Troubleshooting Action Step 1 Go to step 2. The problem is solved. Reinstall the imaging unit. Remove the toner cartridge, and then the imaging unit. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not expose the imaging unit to direct light for more than 10 minutes. Extended exposure to light may cause print quality problems.
Troubleshooting Shadow images appear on prints Leading edge A B C D A B C D A B C D A B C D Trailing edge Action Step 1 Go to step 2. Load paper with the correct paper type Load paper with the correct paper type and weight in the tray.
Troubleshooting Action Step 1 Go to step 2. The problem is solved. Move the width and length guides in the tray to the correct positions for the size of the paper loaded. Resend the print job. Is the print still skewed? Step 2 Contact customer...
Troubleshooting Action Step 4 Go to step 5. The problem is solved. Reinstall the imaging unit. Remove the toner cartridge, and then the imaging unit. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not expose the imaging unit to direct light for more than 10 minutes. Extended exposure to light may cause print quality problems.
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Troubleshooting Action Step 2 Go to step 3. Do one or more of the following: From the printer control panel, set the paper texture, type, and • weight in the Paper menu to match the paper loaded in the tray. Specify the paper texture, type, and weight from the...
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Troubleshooting Toner fog or background shading appears on prints ABCDE ABCDE ABCDE Action Step 1 Go to step 2. The problem is solved. Reinstall the imaging unit. Remove, and then install the imaging unit. Resend the print job. Does fog or shading appear on prints? Step 2 Contact customer...
Troubleshooting Toner specks appear on prints Action Replace the imaging unit, and then resend the print job. Contact customer The problem is support. solved. Do toner specks appear on prints? Transparency print quality is poor Action Step 1 Go to step 2. Set the paper type to Transparency.
Troubleshooting Action Step 1 Go to step 2. The problem is solved. Make sure your software program is using a correct fill pattern. Resend the print job. Do vertical voids appear on prints? Step 2 Go to step 3. The problem is solved.
Troubleshooting Copier does not respond Action Step 1 Clear the error or Go to step 2. status message. Check if an error or status message appears on the display. Does an error or status message appear? Step 2 Go to step 3. Connect the power cord to the printer Check if the power cord is plugged into the printer and a properly...
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Troubleshooting Action Step 3 Go to step 4. “Cleaning the scanner glass” on If dark marks appear on prints, then clean the scanner glass and page 154. the ADF glass using a clean, lint-free cloth dampened with water. Is the scanner glass clean? Step 4 Go to step 5.
Troubleshooting Action Step 9 Contact customer The problem is support. solved. Check for washed‑out or overexposed output. From the Copy screen, adjust the settings of the following: • Background Removal—Reduce the current setting. • Darkness—Increase the current setting. Resend the copy job. Do pages show washed‑out or overexposed prints? Partial document or photo copies Action...
Troubleshooting Fax function is not set up Before completing these instructions for network printers, check if the fax cables are connected. Note: The indicator light blinks red until you set up fax. Action The problem is Contact customer From the printer control panel, navigate to: solved.
Troubleshooting Cannot send or receive a fax Action Step 1 Clear the error or Go to step 2. status message. Check if an error or status message appears on the display. Is there an error or status message on the display? Step 2 Go to step 3.
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Troubleshooting Action Step 6 Go to step 7. Connect the printer to an analog phone Check if the printer is connected to an analog phone service or the service or the correct correct digital connector. digital connector. The fax modem is an analog device. Certain devices can be connected to the printer so that digital telephone services can be used.
Troubleshooting Action Step 9 The problem is Go to step 10. solved. Temporarily disable call waiting. Contact your telephone company to obtain the keypad sequence for temporarily disabling call waiting. Try sending or receiving a fax. Can you send or receive a fax? Step 10 The problem is Go to step 11.
Troubleshooting Action Step 2 The problem is Go to step 3. solved. Check the ring count delay settings. Open a Web browser, and then type the printer IP address in the address field. Notes: • View the printer IP address in the TCP/IP section in the Network/Ports menu.
Troubleshooting Action Step 2 The problem is Go to step 3. solved. Load the original document faceup, short edge first into the ADF tray or facedown on the scanner glass in the upper left corner. Notes: • Do not load postcards, photos, small items, transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings) into the ADF tray.
Troubleshooting Action Step 2 The problem is Go to step 3. solved. Decrease the incoming fax transmission speed. Open a Web browser, and then type the printer IP address in the address field. Notes: • View the printer IP address in the TCP/IP section in the Network/Ports menu.
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Troubleshooting The scanner does not respond Action Step 1 Go to step 2. Turn on the printer. Check if the printer is turned on. Is the printer turned on? Step 2 Go to step 3. Connect the printer cable securely to the Check if the printer cable is securely attached to the printer and printer and the the computer, print server, option, or other network device.
Troubleshooting Scan job was not successful Action Step 1 Go to step 2. Connect the cables properly. Check the cable connections. Make sure the Ethernet or USB cable is securely connected to the computer and the printer. Are the cables securely connected? Step 2 Change the file Go to step 3.
Troubleshooting Action Step 2 Contact customer The problem is support. solved. Select a lower scan resolution. Does scanning still take too long or freeze the computer? Poor scanned image quality Action Step 1 Clear the error Go to step 2. message.
Troubleshooting Action Step 7 Problem solved. Contact customer support. Increase the scan resolution settings for a higher‑quality output. Did the increased resolution produce a higher‑quality output? Partial document or photo scans Action Check the placement of the document or photo. Contact customer Load the document...
Technical support via telephone is also available. In the U.S. or Canada, call 1-800-539-6275. For other countries or regions, go to http://support.lexmark.com.
The following paragraph does not apply to any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law: LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL, INC., PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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All licensing notices associated with this product can be viewed from the root directory of the installation software CD. Trademarks Lexmark, the Lexmark logo, MarkNet, AccuRead, and MarkVision are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Google Cloud Print is a trademark of Google Inc.
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Note: To assure compliance with FCC regulations on electromagnetic interference for a Class B computing device, use a properly shielded and grounded cable such as Lexmark part number 1021231 for parallel attach or 1021294 for USB attach. Use of a substitute cable not properly shielded and grounded may result in a...
The WEEE logo signifies specific recycling programs and procedures for electronic products in countries of the European Union. We encourage the recycling of our products. If you have further questions about recycling options, visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for your local sales office phone number.
ENERGY STAR Any Lexmark product bearing the ENERGY STAR emblem on the product or on a start-up screen is certified to comply with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR requirements as configured when shipped by Lexmark.
Notices Laser advisory label A laser notice label may be affixed to this printer as shown: DANGER - Invisible laser radiation when cartridges are removed and interlock defeated. Avoid exposure to laser beam. PERIGO - Radiação a laser invisível será liberada se os cartuchos forem removidos e o lacre rompido. Evite a exposição aos feixes de laser. Opasnost - Nevidljivo lasersko zračenje kada su kasete uklonjene i poništena sigurnosna veza.
Notices Values are subject to change. See www.lexmark.com for current values. Sleep Mode This product is designed with an energy-saving mode called Sleep Mode. The Sleep Mode saves energy by lowering power consumption during extended periods of inactivity. The Sleep Mode is automatically engaged after this product is not used for a specified period of time, called the Sleep Mode Timeout.
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The manufacturer of this product is: Lexmark International, Inc., 740 West New Circle Road, Lexington, KY, 40550 USA. The authorized representative is: Lexmark International Technology Hungária Kft., 8 Lechner Ödön fasor, Millennium Tower III, 1095 Budapest HUNGARY.
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If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. If you experience trouble with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, contact Lexmark International, Inc. at www.lexmark.com...
Notices Notice to users of the Canadian telephone network This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The terminus of an interface may consist of any combination of devices, subject only to the requirement that the sum of the RENs of all the devices does not exceed five.
Using this product in Switzerland This product requires a Swiss billing tone filter (Lexmark part number 80D1877) to be installed on any line which receives metering pulses in Switzerland. The filter must be used, as metering pulses are present on all analog telephone lines in Switzerland.
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Notices Uso del prodotto in Svizzera Questo prodotto richiede un filtro toni Billing svizzero, (codice Lexmark 80D1877) da installare su tutte le linee che ricevono impulsi remoti in Svizzera. È necessario utilizzare il filtro poiché gli impulsi remoti sono presenti su tutte le linee analogiche in Svizzera.
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—Is manufactured from new parts, or new and serviceable used parts, which perform like new parts —Is, during normal use, free from defects in material and workmanship If this product does not function as warranted during the warranty period, contact a Remarketer or Lexmark for repair or replacement (at Lexmark's option).
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Lexmark's liability for actual damages from any cause whatsoever will be limited to the amount you paid for the product that caused the damages. This limitation of liability will not apply to claims by you for bodily injury or damage to real property or tangible personal property for which Lexmark is legally liable.
Index Index collate Numerics copy options 65 250‑sheet tray cables collating copies 62 installing 20 Ethernet 23 Complex page, some data may 550‑sheet tray USB 23 not have printed [39] 178 installing 20 canceling compressed images appear on fax job 86 prints 204 canceling a copy job from the confidential data...
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Index contacting customer photos 57 support 236 placing separator sheets Eco‑Mode control panel between copies 62 using 146 indicator light 14 quick copy 56 Embedded Web Server Sleep button light 14 reducing 60 accessing the remote control controller board selecting a tray 59 panel 164 accessing 16 to a different size 59...
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Index Ethernet port 23 fax setup Finishing menu 135 Ethernet setup country‑ or region‑specific 78 font sample list preparing for an 25 digital telephone service 77 printing 54 EXT port 23 DSL connection 74 forwarding faxes 87 e‑mail standard telephone line FTP address, scanning to canceling 68 connection 70...
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35 Configure MP 97 Network [x] software error tips on using 42 Copy Settings 116 [54] 184 Lexmark Mobile Print Custom Scan Sizes 102 Network Card menu 106 using 52 Custom Types 101 Network Reports menu 105 line filter 74...
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76 reducing 147 cleared 196 photos Non‑Lexmark [supply type], see paper jam in front door 169 copying 57 User’s Guide [33.xy] 184 paper jam in the automatic placing separator sheets non‑volatile memory 151...
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180 disabled. 184 adjusting brightness 148 Imaging unit low [84.xy] 180 Non‑Lexmark [supply type], see factory defaults, restoring 166 Imaging unit nearly low User’s Guide [33.xy] 184 using 13 [84.xy] 180 Not enough free space in flash...
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46, 146 error [54] 189 changing 85 recycling Standard USB port disabled RJ11 adapter 78 Lexmark packaging 149 [56] 190 Lexmark products 149 Supply needed to complete toner cartridges 150 job 190 safety information 6, 7, 8...
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57 setting up fax storing 158 Scanner jam, remove all originals country‑ or region‑specific 78 using genuine Lexmark 156 from the scanner [2yy.xx] 189 digital telephone service 77 using recycled paper 146 Scanner jam, remove jammed DSL connection 74...
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Index loading, multipurpose paper curl 208 scanning takes too long or feeder 35 paper frequently jams 195 freezes the computer 233 tips 42 print job takes longer than trays expected 200 linking 39 tray linking does not work 201 uneven print density 220 loading 30 unexpected page breaks Unformatted flash detected...