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Lexmark X422 Setup Manual

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X422 MFP

Setup Guide

January 2004
Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark
International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.
© 2004 Lexmark International, Inc.
740 West New Circle Road
Lexington, Kentucky 40550

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  • Page 1: Setup Guide

    X422 MFP Setup Guide January 2004 Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. © 2004 Lexmark International, Inc. 740 West New Circle Road Lexington, Kentucky 40550...
  • Page 4 Lexmark components. The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. Lexmark is not responsible for the use of other replacement parts. This product contains mercury in the lamp (<5mg Hg). Disposal of mercury may be regulated due to environmental considerations.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Step 1: Install drivers for local printing and scanning ..1 Windows ......... .2 Macintosh .
  • Page 6 Step 6: Install the print cartridge ..... 21 Removing the packaging ......21 Preparing the print cartridge .
  • Page 7 Drivers CD ........64 Lexmark Web site ........64 Notices .
  • Page 8 Contents...

  • Page 9: Step 1: Install Drivers For Local Printing And Scanning

    MFP software. For local printing and scanning, it is important that you install the drivers for your multifunction printer (MFP) on your computer before you install the actual hardware. A local MFP is an MFP attached to your computer using a USB cable.

  • Page 10: Windows

    Drivers are also available in downloadable software packages on Lexmark’s Web site at www.lexmark.com. Insert the drivers CD into your CD-ROM drive of your computer. If the CD does not auto launch, click Start type D:\Setup.exe in the Run dialog box.

  • Page 11: Macintosh

    Note: A PPD for your MFP is also available in a downloadable software package on our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. In order to print locally to a USB-attached MFP, you must create a queue in Print Center (Mac OS X).

  • Page 12: Unix/Linux

    Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. The driver package for Sun Solaris supports USB connections to Sun Ray appliances and Sun workstations. Visit our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for a complete list of supported UNIX and Linux platforms. What do I do next?

  • Page 13: Step 2: Unpack The Mfp

    Step 2: Unpack the MFP Unpacking CAUTION: The MFP weighs 46 lbs. (21 kg) and requires at least two people to lift it safely. Leave the MFP in the box until you are ready to install it. Ask someone to help you lift the MFP.

  • Page 14: Placing The Mfp

    Placing the MFP 40.64 cm (16 in.) 7.62 cm (3 in.) Warning: Allow at least 7.62 cm (3 in.) clearance on the right side of the MFP for the cooling fan to function properly. • Provide the proper environment: – A firm, level surface –...
  • Page 15 (11) Document Management CD, (12) One print cartridge (inside MFP) If any items are missing or damaged, refer to the publications CD for the designated Lexmark support phone number for your country or region. Unpack the MFP Remove all items from the box.
  • Page 16 Save the carton and packing material in case you need to repack the MFP. What do I do next? Task After you have unpacked the MFP, you are ready to set up the MFP and install any options you may have purchased. Unpack the MFP Go to page…...

  • Page 17: Step 3: Set Up Mfp And Options

    Step 3: Set up MFP and options Installing options on your MFP 250-sheet drawer Lexmark ABC MFP Base Model and Options 500-sheet drawer Set up MFP and options You have the option of installing an extra paper drawer on your MFP to increase the amount of available media.

  • Page 18: Setting Up The Optional 250-Sheet Or 500-Sheet Drawer

    Setting up the optional 250-sheet or 500-sheet drawer Adding an optional drawer for Mac OS X users After you have installed the drivers, you are ready to set up the optional 250- sheet or 500-sheet drawer. When adding an optional drawer to an MFP that will be used by way of USB in Mac OS X, additional setup is required to allow the optional drawer to be used as a...

  • Page 19: Attach The Scanner Automatic Document Feeder (Adf) Tray

    Attach the scanner automatic document feeder (ADF) tray Set up MFP and options Remove the ADF tray from the box. Align the tabs on the tray with the slots located on top of the scanner. Push the tray down so that the tabs slide into the slots.

  • Page 20: Unlock The Scanner

    Unlock the scanner Note: The scanner is shipped in a locked position to prevent damage. We highly recommend that you lock the scanner anytime you move the MFP. After you have finished assembling your MFP, you must unlock the scanner. To unlock the scanner: To lock the scanner (if you move your MFP after initial setup):...

  • Page 21: Step 4: Install Optional Memory Cards

    Step 4: Install optional memory cards CAUTION: If you are installing memory cards sometime after setting up the MFP, turn the MFP off and unplug the power cord before continuing. Opening the side door You can customize your MFP memory capacity and connectivity by adding optional cards.

  • Page 22: Removing The System Board Access Shield

    Removing the system board access shield Note: You need a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the system board access shield. Install optional memory cards Loosen the six screws. Do not remove them completely. Slide the shield to the left until the screws fit into the keyholes on the shield.

  • Page 23: Installing An Mfp Memory Card

    Touch something metal on the MFP before you touch a card. Note: Some memory options offered for other Lexmark MFPs cannot be used with your MFP. Refer to the publications CD for memory specifications. Installing an optional flash memory...
  • Page 24 Warning: Optional flash memory and font cards are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch something metal on the MFP before you touch a card. Metal pins Card Note: Do not pivot the card into the slot. Align the pins on the card with the system board and push the card straight in.

  • Page 25: Reattaching The System Board Access Shield

    Reattaching the system board access shield Reattaching the side door Install optional memory cards Align the six keyholes on the shield with the six screws on the system board. Press the shield against the system board, and then slide the shield to the right.
  • Page 26 What do I do next? Task After you have installed any optional memory cards, you are ready to finish setting up your MFP. Install optional memory cards Go to page…...

  • Page 27: Step 5: Prepare The Mfp

    Step 5: Prepare the MFP Raising the paper rest The paper rest holds printed jobs at an angle to keep them from sliding out of the output bin. Unfold the paper rest forward to extend it. Prepare the MFP...

  • Page 28: Attaching A Control Panel Overlay

    Attaching a control panel overlay If English is not your preferred language and you have the MFP control panel language overlay, attach the overlay to your MFP control panel. What do I do next? Task After you have finished setting up the MFP, you are ready to install the print cartridge.

  • Page 29: Step 6: Install The Print Cartridge

    Step 6: Install the print cartridge Removing the packaging Handle Handle Install the print cartridge Open the front door of the MFP. Grasp the print cartridge by the handle. Lift the cartridge out.

  • Page 30: Preparing The Print Cartridge

    Warning: Do not touch the photoconductor drum on the bottom of the print cartridge. Preparing the print cartridge Install the print cartridge Remove the packaging from the print cartridge. Hold the print cartridge by the handle and gently shake it to distribute the toner evenly.
  • Page 31 Close the front door. Make sure the door snaps closed on both sides, or the MFP will not function properly. What do I do next? Task After you have finished installing the print cartridge, you are ready to load media into the MFP. Install the print cartridge Install the print cartridge.
  • Page 32 Install the print cartridge...

  • Page 33: Step 7: Load Media

    *For feeding other types of labels from Tray 1 and the multipurpose feeder, refer to the Card, Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications. Your MFP comes with one standard tray and a multipurpose feeder (one optional...

  • Page 34: Changing Paper Size And Paper Type Settings

    Changing Paper Size and Paper Type settings Changing the Paper Size Changing the Paper Type If you load any print media other than plain letter or A4 paper in tray 1, make sure you change the Paper Type and Paper Size settings using the Paper Menu on the MFP control panel.

  • Page 35: Loading The Trays

    Loading the trays Follow these instructions to load the standard tray and any optional tray. Remove the tray. Press the metal plate down. Load media...
  • Page 36 Length guide tab Width guide tab Squeeze the width guide tab and the width guide together, and then slide the guide all the way to the right. Squeeze the length guide tab and the length guide together, and then fully extend the guide. Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them.
  • Page 37 Metal stop Note: Overfilling the tray may cause jams. Refer to the table on page 25 for the maximum capacity of various print media in the tray. Stack height indicator Load media Place the print media against the left side of the tray, with the print side down and facing the front of the tray.

  • Page 38: Loading The Multipurpose Feeder

    Loading the multipurpose feeder Finger grips You can use the multipurpose feeder in two ways: • Tray—As a tray, you can load print media in the feeder with the intention of leaving it there. • Manual feeder—As a manual feeder, you send a print job to the MFP while specifying the type and size of media from your computer.
  • Page 39 Note: If you are loading envelopes into the multipurpose feeder, do not extend the tray all of the way. This may cause envelopes to feed incorrectly. Pull out the extension. Unfold the extension. Slide the width guide all the way to the right.
  • Page 40 Stack height limiter Note: Refer to the table on page 25 for the maximum capacity of various print media in the multipurpose feeder. Place the print media against the left side of the multipurpose feeder, with the print side up and facing into the multipurpose feeder.

  • Page 41: Loading Envelopes

    Loading envelopes Note: If you are loading envelopes into the multipurpose feeder, do not extend the tray all of the way. This may cause envelopes to feed incorrectly. Make sure the multipurpose feeder is only pulled out and not extended. Place the envelopes against the left side of the multipurpose feeder, with the print side up and...

  • Page 42: Loading The Scanner Automatic Document Feeder (Adf)

    Loading the scanner automatic document feeder (ADF) Note: The scanner multipurpose feeder can hold a maximum of 50 sheets of 20 lb paper. What do I do next? Task After you have finished loading the media into the MFP, you are ready to attach cables to your MFP and computer. Load media Slide the paper guides out.

  • Page 43: Step 8: Attach Cables

    Step 8: Attach cables CAUTION: Do not connect or disconnect a communication port, a telephone cord, or any other connector during a lightning storm. Attaching the telephone cord The MFP can be attached to a network or directly to a computer to print locally.

  • Page 44: Attaching A Usb Cable

    To attach the MFP to a computer: Connect the MFP to the computer using a USB cable. A USB port requires a USB cable such as Lexmark part number 12A2405 (2 m [6.5 ft]). Be sure to match the USB symbol on the cable to the USB symbol on the MFP.

  • Page 45: Attaching A Network Cable

    Attaching a network cable Ethernet Use Category 5 cable with an RJ-45 connector for the standard network port. 802.11 wireless options turned on. After the MFP appears in the Printer List, you can quit Print Center. You can attach your MFP to a network using standard network cables. A 10BaseT/100BaseTx Fast Ethernet port is standard on the MFP.
  • Page 46 Attach cables...

  • Page 47: Step 9: Power On The Mfp

    Step 9: Power on the MFP Turn on the MFP You are now ready to power on the MFP. What do I do next? Task After you have powered on the MFP, you are ready to verify that the MFP is properly set up. Power on the MFP Locate the power switch on the right side of the MFP.
  • Page 48 Power on the MFP...

  • Page 49: Step 10: Configure For Tcp/Ip

    Step 10: Configure for TCP/IP Assigning an MFP IP address If you have TCP/IP available on your network, we recommend that you assign an IP address to the MFP. If your network is using DHCP, an IP address is automatically assigned after you connect the network cable to the MFP.

  • Page 50: Verifying The Ip Settings

    Verifying the IP settings Note: On Windows computers, click Start Programs Command prompt (or Start Programs Accessories Command prompt if using Windows 2000 or Windows XP). Note: On Mac OS X, go to /Applications/Utilities and launch Network Utility. Click the tab labeled Ping, enter the IP address of the MFP and click the Ping button.

  • Page 51: Step 11: Verify Mfp Setup

    Step 11: Verify MFP setup Printing a menu settings page Note: For more information about using the MFP control panel and changing menu settings, refer to the publications CD. The menu settings page lists the default MFP settings and all the options you purchased or installed.

  • Page 52: Printing A Network Setup Page

    Printing a network setup page Note: Save the network setup page after it prints. You will use it in the other steps. Printing a local test page Windows Verify that the paper trays are configured for the sizes and types of paper you loaded.

  • Page 53: Printing Quick Reference Documentation

    Mac OS X Note: If another printer is already set up as the default printer, then you have to select the MFP from the Printer pop-up menu and then choose Print. Printing Quick Reference documentation Open any application and create something to print (TextEdit, for example).
  • Page 54 Verify MFP setup...

  • Page 55: Step 12: Install Drivers For Network Printing

    System drivers are built into Windows operating systems. Custom drivers are available on the drivers CD. Updated system and custom drivers are available on our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. For basic MFP functionality, you can install a system print driver. The system print driver presents a consistent user interface for use with all the MFPs on your network.
  • Page 56 Printing configuration Direct • MFP is connected directly to the network using a network cable, such as Ethernet. • Print drivers are typically installed on each network computer. Shared • MFP is connected to one of the computers on the network using a local cable, such as USB.
  • Page 57 Shared printing from a server using Windows 98/Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 Server Clients Note: If you are missing files, you may be prompted to provide the server operating system CD. After connecting your MFP to a Windows 98/Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Server 2003 computer (which will act as a server), follow these steps to configure your network MFP for shared printing:...
  • Page 58 Note: This method is usually the best use of system resources. The server handles driver modifications and the print job processing. This lets network clients return to programs much faster. • Browse Network Neighborhood. Find the host name of the server and look for the shared name you assigned to the MFP.

  • Page 59: Macintosh

    Note: If this is a new MFP, you may be prompted to install a print driver. If no system driver is available, then you will need to provide a path to available drivers. Macintosh Note: A PostScript Printer Description (PPD) file provides detailed information about the capabilities of an MFP to...
  • Page 60 Note: A PPD for your MFP is also available in a downloadable software package on our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Note: If you don’t know which zone or MFP to select, look on the network setup page under the AppleTalk heading.

  • Page 61: Unix/Linux

    Print Center and repeat “Step 1: Install a custom PPD file” on page 51. Your MFP supports many UNIX and Linux platforms, such as Sun Solaris and Red Hat. Visit our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for a complete list of supported UNIX and Linux platforms.

  • Page 62: Netware

    Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com NetWare Lexmark provides a print driver package for each supported UNIX and Linux platform. You can download these packages from our Lexmark Web site. You may also find the driver package you need on the drivers CD.

  • Page 63: Step 13: Set Default Copy Settings

    Step 13: Set default copy settings To set the default copy settings for your MFP: Press the administration button. Select Default Menus. Select Copy Settings. Enter new values for Copy Settings by using the arrow keys to navigate the fields. See the following table for possible copy settings, select a setting, and then press Copy settings Content...
  • Page 64 What do I do next? Task After you have set default copy settings, you are ready to set up to send and receive faxes. Set default copy settings Go to page…...

  • Page 65: Step 14: Set Up To Send And Receive Faxes

    Step 14: Set up to send and receive faxes Configuring fax setup Entering the Station Name Entering the Station Number To receive faxes, your MFP just needs to be plugged in with a phone line attached. It is automatically configured to receive faxes. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 requires all outgoing faxes to contain specific information in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page, or on the first page of the transmission.

  • Page 66: Sending A Fax From Your Mfp

    Entering the time and date Sending a fax from your MFP Note: To enter a fax shortcut, place the document in the ADF or on the flatbed and press the # key and then the shortcut number. When you are finished, choose Submit and then press returns you to the Fax Settings menu.

  • Page 67: Step 15: Set Up Your E-Mail Server

    Step 15: Set up your e-mail server Note: If you do not know the IP address of your MFP, you can find it on the network setup page (for help, see “Printing a network setup page” on page 44). In order to use the e-mail function on your MFP, you must set up the e-mail server first.
  • Page 68 Choosing E-mail Attachment or Web Link Note: Images must be specified as attachments or Web Links.The two cannot be mixed. E-mail shortcuts will not allow a choice between Web Link and attachment, and any shortcut imported will have that setting ignored. Setting Type of entry Server Requires...
  • Page 69 Enter your Web Link settings at the bottom of the page. Setting Type of entry Server Text Login Text Password Text Path Text Filename Text Web link Text What do I do next? Congratulations! You are finished with the MFP set up. If you need more information about your MFP, see “Other sources of information”...
  • Page 70 Set up your e-mail server...

  • Page 71: Other Sources Of Information

    It also provides general information for administrators. The information on the publications CD is also available on Lexmark’s Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications. Launch the publications CD and browse the contents to see a complete list of the available information.

  • Page 72: Drivers Cd

    It may also contain MFP utilities, screen fonts, and additional documentation. Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com for updated print and scan drivers, utilities, and other MFP documentation. You are now ready to use your new MFP. Save this book if you anticipate purchasing MFP options in the future.

  • Page 73: Notices

    Note: To assure compliance with FCC regulations on electromagnetic interference for a Class A computing device, use a properly shielded and grounded cable such as Lexmark part number 12A2405 for USB attach. Use of a substitute cable not properly shielded and grounded may result in a violation of FCC regulations.
  • Page 74 If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, launch the MFP CD, and then click Contact Lexmark for a complete list of phone numbers and Web sites. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the...
  • Page 75 This equipment uses CA11A telephone jacks. Using this equipment in Germany This equipment requires a German billing tone filter Lexmark part number 14B5123 to be installed on any line which receives metering pulses in Germany. Metering pulses may or may not be present on analog lines in Germany.
  • Page 76 Notices...

  • Page 77: Index

    Index Numerics 802.11 wireless options 37 loading 34 adjusting tray paper guides 28 attaching Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 11 cables 35 control panel overlay 20 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) attaching 11 cables attaching 35 USB 36 drivers 64 changing paper size 26 paper type 26 configuring e-mail server 59...
  • Page 78 IP address setting 41 verifying 42 items MFP 7 Linux 4 loading ADF 34 envelopes 33 media 25 scanner automatic document feeder 34 trays 27 local drivers installing 1 media loading 25 memory installing 15 memory cards installing 15 menu settings page 43 printing 43 items 7 placement 6...
  • Page 79 sending fax 58 shared printing Windows 49 side door opening 13 reattaching 17 system board access shield reattaching 17 removing 14 TCP/IP 41 tray paper guides adjusting 28 trays loading 27 turning on MFP 39 UNIX 4 UNIX/Linux installing local drivers 4 unlocking scanner 12 unpacking...
  • Page 80 Index...
  • Page 82 Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. © 2004 Lexmark International, Inc. 740 West New Circle Road Lexington, Kentucky 40550 www.lexmark.com...

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