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Lexmark C510 Setup Manual

Lexmark C510 Setup Manual

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C510
Setup Guide
December 2003
www.lexmark.com

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  • Page 1 C510 Setup Guide December 2003 www.lexmark.com...
  • Page 2 This product is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific Lexmark components. The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. Lexmark is not responsible for the use of other replacement parts. •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ........1 About the printer ........1 Other sources of information .
  • Page 4 Attaching a network cable ......34 Turning your printer on ......35 Step 9: Install drivers for local printing .
  • Page 5 Step 13: Using the publications CD ....57 Viewing the CD contents ......57 Distributing the information .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Page 17 Reference. Look for printer overview information. Optional 530-sheet drawer Page 11 Introduction • Lexmark C510, with 64MB of standard memory, one 250-sheet tray, and USB and parallel connectors. • Lexmark C510n, which has 128MB of standard memory, as...

  • Page 7: Other Sources Of Information

    It also provides general information for administrators. The information on the publications CD is also available on our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications. Information pages are stored inside the printer. They provide information about loading print media, diagnosing and solving print problems, and clearing jams from the printer.

  • Page 8: Quick Reference Sheet

    The drivers CD contains all the necessary files to get your printer up and running. It may also contain printer utilities, screen fonts, and additional documentation. Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com for updated printer drivers, utilities, and other printer documentation. Introduction...

  • Page 9: Step 1: Unpack The Printer

    73.5 cm (29 in.) Rear 25 cm (10 in.) Select a well ventilated location for your printer that provides room for the trays, 58.5 cm cover, and doors. Choose a firm, level (23 in.) surface away from direct airflow and temperature extremes.
  • Page 10 • Operator panel overlay only) (non-English only) If any items are missing or damaged, refer to our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for the designated Lexmark support phone number for your country. Remove any tape and packing material from the printer. Save the carton and packing material in case you need to repack the printer.

  • Page 11: Step 2: Install Printer Supplies

    Step 2: Install printer supplies Installing toner cartridges Packaging Follow the instructions in this section to prepare the toner cartridges. Pull the front door release latch forward and gently lower the front door. Remove the packaging. Grasp one of the toner cartridges by the handle and pull it straight out.
  • Page 12 Install printer supplies Hold the cartridge level, and gently shake it to distribute the toner. Remove the tape and cover from the cartridge.
  • Page 13 Toner cartridges must remain in their original order; they are not interchangeable in the slots. Repeat step 7 on page 8 other cartridges. Close the front door. Install printer supplies step 3 on page 6 through to set up the...

  • Page 14: Installing The Photodeveloper Cartridge

    Follow the instructions in this section to install the photodeveloper cartridge. Open the printer top door. Carefully remove the packaging, pins, and tape from the photodeveloper cartridge.
  • Page 15 Grasp the cartridge by the handle and align it with its opening. Gently lower it into place. Push the latches away from each other to lock the cartridge into place. Close the top door. Install printer supplies...

  • Page 16: Step 3: Position The Optional Drawer

    CAUTION: If you are adding an optional drawer sometime after setting up the printer, be sure to turn the printer off, unplug the power cord, and disconnect all cables from the back of the printer before completing these tasks.

  • Page 17: Step 4: Prepare The Printer

    Note: If you have optional memory to install, leave clearance behind the printer. CAUTION: The printer weighs 30.4 kg (67 lb), and requires at least two people to lift it safely. Slot Once you have selected a location and positioned an optional drawer (if you have one), you are ready to position the printer.

  • Page 18: Securing The Drawer To The Printer

    Bracket If you have an optional drawer, secure it to the printer. Align one bracket with the hole on the right side of the printer as shown. Press the bracket flat against the printer, and then tighten the thumbscrew. Tighten...
  • Page 19 Align the other bracket with the hole on the left side of the printer as shown. Press the bracket flat Tighten against the printer, and then thumbscrew tighten the thumbscrew. Bracket Starting at the front of the printer, push the left side cover onto the...

  • Page 20: Attaching An Operator Panel Overlay

    Attaching an operator panel overlay If English is not your preferred language and your printer shipped with an operator panel overlay, attach the overlay that has the appropriately translated button names: Peel the protective backing off the overlay. Align the holes in the overlay with...

  • Page 21: Adjusting Tray 2 Margins

    Adjusting tray 2 margins ensures your margins are consistent when tray linking is enabled. Load plain paper in both trays. From the printer operator panel, press Menu until you see Setup Menu, and then press Select. Press Menu until you see Left Margin, and then press Select.

  • Page 22: Step 5: Set Up The Optional Duplex Unit

    Attaching the optional duplex unit CAUTION: If you are installing an optional duplex unit sometime after setting up the printer, turn the printer off and unplug the power cord before continuing. Note: When you add or remove the optional duplex unit, remember to update the printer configuration through your printer driver.
  • Page 23 Pull up on the top of the duplex unit as you swing it up over the top of the printer, and then press it down so that it locks fully into the upper opening.
  • Page 24 Set up the optional duplex unit Pull the two green thumbscrews out to extend them. Push each green thumbscrew gently toward the printer as you turn it clockwise to tighten it fully. If necessary, use a flathead screwdriver to tighten the screws.
  • Page 25 Hook the bracket into the slot, and then turn the mounting screw clockwise to tighten. Plug in the duplex connector as shown. The duplex connector release latch must face away from the duplex unit. Set up the optional duplex unit...

  • Page 26: Adjusting Duplex Margins

    Set up the optional duplex unit Load plain paper in the standard tray. From the printer operator panel, press Menu until you see Setup Menu, and then press Select. Press Menu until you see Left Margin, and then press Select.

  • Page 27: Step 6: Install Memory, Firmware, Or Option Cards

    Step 6: Install memory, firmware, or option cards CAUTION: If you are installing memory or option cards sometime after setting up the printer, turn the printer off and unplug the power cord before continuing. Note: You need a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the system board access cover.

  • Page 28: Removing The System Board

    Handles Note: The system board may be tightly seated in the printer. You may need to pull firmly on the handles. Install memory, firmware, or option cards Follow the instructions in this section to remove the printer system board.

  • Page 29: Installing Printer Memory

    Installing printer memory Memory connector 1 Memory connector 2 Note: Some memory and firmware options offered for other Lexmark printers cannot be used with your printer. Refer to the publications CD for specifications. Ridge Notch Install memory, firmware, or option cards Follow the instructions in this section to install printer memory.

  • Page 30: Installing An Optional Flash Memory Or Firmware Card

    Latch Notch Installing an optional flash memory or firmware card Note: Firmware cards offered for other Lexmark printers cannot be used with your printer. Warning: Firmware cards are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch something metal on the printer before you touch a card.
  • Page 31 Note: The row of metal pins on the firmware card must be fully inserted along its entire length. Cards Install memory, firmware, or option cards Holding the flash memory or firmware card by its sides, align the plastic pins on the card with the holes on the system board.

  • Page 32: Reinstalling The System Board

    Orient the system board as shown and align it with the tracks in the printer slot. Push the system board firmly and evenly into the printer. Make sure the system board is pushed completely into the printer slot. Reattach the four screws to the...

  • Page 33: Step 7: Load Paper

    Tray 2 A4, letter, executive Your printer has one standard tray with a capacity of 250 sheets. If you have installed an optional drawer, it can hold an additional 530 sheets, for a total of 780 sheets.

  • Page 34: Loading The Trays

    Loading the trays Note: The length and width guides in an optional 530-sheet tray are shaped differently than the guides in the standard tray, but the function is the same. Follow these instructions to load paper in the standard and optional trays. Pull the tray completely out.
  • Page 35 Squeeze the tabs at the sides of the length guide together as shown. Slide the guide to the correct position for the size of paper you are loading, according to the size indicators on the bottom front of the tray. Squeeze the tabs at the sides of the width guide together as shown.
  • Page 36 Warning: When you load the tray, do not exceed the load line on the label in the tray. Overfilling the tray may cause jams. Note: Refer to “Loading envelopes in the standard tray“ in the Media specifications chapter of your User’s Reference for information about loading envelopes.

  • Page 37: Step 8: Attach Cables

    USB. 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 printer.
  • Page 38 A parallel port requires an IEEE-1284 compliant parallel cable such as Lexmark part number 1329605 (3 m [10 ft]). A serial port can be attached through the INA port on the printer system board. A serial port requires a compatible serial cable such as Lexmark part number 1038693. Attach cables...

  • Page 39: Attaching A Network Cable

    Use Category 5 cable with an RJ-45 connector for the standard network port. 802.11b wireless options You can attach your printer to a network using standard network cables. A 10BaseT/100BaseTX Fast Ethernet port is standard on the network model. To attach the printer to a network: Make sure the printer is turned off and unplugged.

  • Page 40: Turning Your Printer On

    Turning your printer on Follow these instructions to turn your printer on. Plug one end of the printer power cord into the socket at the back of the printer and the other end into a properly grounded outlet. Turn on the printer.

  • Page 41: Step 9: Install Drivers For Local Printing

    A local printer is a printer attached to your computer using a USB or parallel cable. If your printer is attached to a network instead of your computer, skip this step and go to Step 10: “Verify printer setup” on page 44.

  • Page 42: Windows

    To obtain all the features of the custom driver, you will need to install the custom printer driver using the drivers CD that shipped with the printer. Drivers are also available in downloadable software packages on our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.

  • Page 43: Parallel Cable

    Next. Select Search for a suitable driver, and then click Next. Select only Specify a location, and then click Next. Browse to the location of the printer driver on the drivers CD: D:\Drivers\Win_2000\ Click Open, and then click OK. Click Next to install the driver that is displayed.
  • Page 44 Use the default printer name or type a unique name for your printer, and then click Next. Click Yes (recommended), and then click Finish to print a test page.

  • Page 45: Using Windows Nt With A Parallel Cable

    Click Agree to accept the license agreement. Select Quick Install, and then click Next. Select the port you want to use, and then select the printer you are installing. Click Finish to complete the installation. You are now ready to print.

  • Page 46: Macintosh

    Select Printer (USB), and then click OK. In the USB Printer Selection section, click Change. If your printer does not appear in the USB Printer Selection list, make sure the USB cable is properly connected and the printer is turned on.

  • Page 47: Unix/Linux

    Local printing is supported on many UNIX and Linux platforms, such as Sun Solaris and Red Hat. The Sun Solaris and Linux packages are available on the drivers CD and on our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. The Install drivers for local printing...
  • Page 48 All the printer driver packages support local printing using a parallel connection. 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. Install drivers for local printing...

  • Page 49: Step 10: Verify Printer Setup

    This is also a good time to print Quick Reference and Clearing Jams information. See ”Printing Quick Reference information” on page 45. Print a menu settings page to review the default printer settings and to verify that printer options are installed correctly.

  • Page 50: Printing A Network Setup Page

    Verify that the paper trays are configured for the sizes and types of paper you loaded. If the printer is attached to a network, print a network setup page to verify the network connection. This page also provides important information that helps you configure for network printing.
  • Page 51 Print the document. To print Quick Reference pages stored in the printer: Make sure the printer is on. Press Menu until you see UTILITIES MENU, and then press Select. Press Menu until you see Quick Reference, and then press Select.

  • Page 52: Step 11: Configure For Tcp/Ip

    If your network is not using DHCP, then you must manually assign an IP address to the printer. An easy way to do this is to use the printer operator panel: Press Menu until you see NETWORK MENU, and then press Select.

  • Page 53: Verifying The Ip Settings

    IP address (for example, 192.168.0.11): ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx If the printer is active on the network, you should receive a reply. If your printer has an optional ImageQuick firmware card installed, you can configure for Pull Printing once an IP address has been assigned to the printer.

  • Page 54: Step 12: Install Drivers For Network Printing

    • Lexmark custom printer driver 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. Supported network printer ports •...
  • Page 55 • Printer drivers are typically installed on each network computer. Shared • Printer is connected to one of the computers on the network using a local cable, such as USB. • Printer drivers are installed on the computer attached to the printer.

  • Page 56: Windows Server 2003

    Click Finish to complete the installation. Print a test page to verify printer installation. After connecting your printer to a Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Server 2003 computer (which will act as a server), follow these steps to configure your network printer for shared...
  • Page 57 Right-click the shared printer name, and then click Install. Wait a few minutes for the driver information to be copied from the server computer to the client computer, and for a new printer object to be added to the Printers folder. The time this takes varies, based on network traffic and other factors.

  • Page 58: Macintosh

    Click Network Print Server. Select the network printer from the Shared printers list. If the printer is not listed, enter the path of the printer in the text box. The path will look similar to the following: \\<server host name>\<shared printer name>...
  • Page 59 If you don’t know which printer to select, look on the Network Setup page under the AppleTalk heading to find the default name of the printer. Click Create. Make sure there is an icon next to the printer name in the Chooser. Close the Chooser window. Verify printer installation.

  • Page 60: Unix/Linux

    Center and repeat “Step 1: Install a custom PPD file” on page 55. Your printer 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 61: Netware

    You can download these packages from our Lexmark Web site. You may also find the driver package you need on the drivers CD. NetWare Your printer supports both Novell Distributed Print Services (NDPS) and regular queue-based NetWare environments. For the latest information about installing a network printer in a NetWare environment, launch the drivers CD and click View Documentation.

  • Page 62: Step 13: Using The Publications Cd

    The type of helpful information provided on the publications CD includes: • Tips for successful printing • Ways to improve print quality • Information about using the printer operator panel • Instructions for replacing supplies • Solutions to common printing problems • Methods for clearing jams •...

  • Page 63: Distributing The Information

    See “Printing Quick Reference information” on page 45 for printing instructions. You are now ready to use your new printer. Save this book if you anticipate purchasing printer options in the future. Using the publications CD...

  • Page 64: Statement Of Limited Warranty

    Lexmark C510 This Statement of Limited Warranty applies to this product if it was originally purchased for your use, and not for resale, from Lexmark or a Lexmark remarketer, referred to in this statement as “Remarketer.” Warranty Lexmark warrants that this product: •...
  • Page 65 Lexmark is legally liable. In no event will Lexmark be liable for any lost profits, lost savings, incidental damage, or other economic consequential damages. This is true even if you advise Lexmark or a Remarketer of the possibility of such damages.
  • Page 66 P/N 20K1030 E.C. 2K0125 Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. © 2003 Lexmark International, Inc. 740 West New Circle Road Lexington, Kentucky 40550 www.lexmark.com...

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