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SFP-UGTOC.fm Contents Dell™ 2150cn/2150cdn Color Printer 1 User's Guide 1 Before Beginning 17 A Notes, Notices, and Cautions 19 1 Dell™ 2150cn/2150cdn Color Printer User's Guide 21 2 Finding Information 23 3 Product Features 27 4 About the Printer 29 Front and Rear View 29 Front View 29 Rear View 30 Space Requirements 30 Operator Panel 31 Securing the Printer 31 Ordering Supplies 32 Setting up the Printer (Printer Setup) 35 Contents 1 FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga-
SFP-UGTOC.fm Contents Dell™ 2150cn/2150cdn Color Printer 1 User's Guide 1 Before Beginning 17 A Notes, Notices, and Cautions 19 1 Dell™ 2150cn/2150cdn Color Printer User's Guide 21 2 Finding Information 23 3 Product Features 27 4 About the Printer 29 Front and Rear View 29 Front View 29 Rear View 30 Space Requirements 30 Operator Panel 31 Securing the Printer 31 Ordering Supplies 32 Setting up the Printer (Printer Setup) 35 Contents 1 FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga-
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... From the Fuser 420 Clearing Paper Jams From the Duplexer 423 Clearing Paper Jams From the Optional 250-Sheet Feeder 425 Troubleshooting 429 28 Troubleshooting Guide 431 Basic Printer Problems 431 14 Contents FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga-
... From the Fuser 420 Clearing Paper Jams From the Duplexer 423 Clearing Paper Jams From the Optional 250-Sheet Feeder 425 Troubleshooting 429 28 Troubleshooting Guide 431 Basic Printer Problems 431 14 Contents FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga-
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... clicking Start All Programs Dell Printers Additional Color Laser Software Dell Supplies Management System. 2 Click the Visit Dell printer supplies ordering web site link (www.dell.com/supplies), or order Dell printer supplies by phone. F O R P R O O F O N LY Dell™ 2150cn/2150cdn Color Printer User's Guide 21 c Right-click the shortcut icon. d Choose...
... clicking Start All Programs Dell Printers Additional Color Laser Software Dell Supplies Management System. 2 Click the Visit Dell printer supplies ordering web site link (www.dell.com/supplies), or order Dell printer supplies by phone. F O R P R O O F O N LY Dell™ 2150cn/2150cdn Color Printer User's Guide 21 c Right-click the shortcut icon. d Choose...
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FOR PROOF ONLY 22 Dell™ 2150cn/2150cdn Color Printer User's Guide For information regarding locating your Dell printer Service Tag ready. DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section01.fm To ensure that you get the best service, have your Service Tag number, see "Express Service Code and Service Tag." PRE LIMINARY 9/13/10 -
FOR PROOF ONLY 22 Dell™ 2150cn/2150cdn Color Printer User's Guide For information regarding locating your Dell printer Service Tag ready. DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section01.fm To ensure that you get the best service, have your Service Tag number, see "Express Service Code and Service Tag." PRE LIMINARY 9/13/10 -
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...; USB cable • Ethernet cable What are the optional accessories that you looking for? • Drivers for my printer • My User's Guide Find it here Drivers and Utilities CD The Drivers and Utilities CD contains setup video, documentation, and drivers for experienced... users or technicians. F O R P R O O F O N LY Finding Information 23 D E L L C ON F I D E N T I N A RY 9 / 1 3 / 1 0 - Readme files may be included on your CD to provide last-...
...; USB cable • Ethernet cable What are the optional accessories that you looking for? • Drivers for my printer • My User's Guide Find it here Drivers and Utilities CD The Drivers and Utilities CD contains setup video, documentation, and drivers for experienced... users or technicians. F O R P R O O F O N LY Finding Information 23 D E L L C ON F I D E N T I N A RY 9 / 1 3 / 1 0 - Readme files may be included on your CD to provide last-...
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DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - FOR PROOF ONLY 24 Finding Information PRE LIMINARY 9/13/10 - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section02.fm What are you looking for? • How to use my printer Find it here Quick Reference Guide • Safety information • Warranty information Product Information Guide CAUTION: Read and follow all safety instructions in your Product Information Guide prior to setting up and operating your printer.
DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - FOR PROOF ONLY 24 Finding Information PRE LIMINARY 9/13/10 - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section02.fm What are you looking for? • How to use my printer Find it here Quick Reference Guide • Safety information • Warranty information Product Information Guide CAUTION: Read and follow all safety instructions in your Product Information Guide prior to setting up and operating your printer.
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P R E L I M I A L - D E L L C ON F I D E N T I N A RY 9 / 1 3 / 1 0 - F O R P R O O F O N LY Preparing Printer Hardware 37 FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section05.fm 5 Preparing Printer Hardware Removing Tape 1 Remove tapes and packaging material from the printer. 2 Pull the protective sheet out of the following procedures, read and follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Before performing any of the printer.
P R E L I M I A L - D E L L C ON F I D E N T I N A RY 9 / 1 3 / 1 0 - F O R P R O O F O N LY Preparing Printer Hardware 37 FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section05.fm 5 Preparing Printer Hardware Removing Tape 1 Remove tapes and packaging material from the printer. 2 Pull the protective sheet out of the following procedures, read and follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Before performing any of the printer.
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FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section09.fm NOTE: Extend the rear side of the paper. FOR PROOF ONLY 90 Loading Paper DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - Overfilling the tray may cause paper jams. 5 Align the width guides against the edges of the tray when you load Legal size paper. 3 Before loading the...
FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section09.fm NOTE: Extend the rear side of the paper. FOR PROOF ONLY 90 Loading Paper DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - Overfilling the tray may cause paper jams. 5 Align the width guides against the edges of the tray when you load Legal size paper. 3 Before loading the...
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... standard plain paper. D E L L C ON F I D E N T I N A RY 9 / 1 3 / 1 0 - P R E L I M I A L - F O R P R O O F O N LY Loading Paper 91 FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section09.fm NOTE: When loading user-specified print media, adjust the width guides and slide the extendable part of the tray by pinching the length guide and sliding it until it rests lightly against the edge of...
... standard plain paper. D E L L C ON F I D E N T I N A RY 9 / 1 3 / 1 0 - P R E L I M I A L - F O R P R O O F O N LY Loading Paper 91 FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section09.fm NOTE: When loading user-specified print media, adjust the width guides and slide the extendable part of the tray by pinching the length guide and sliding it until it rests lightly against the edge of...
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... with the flaps closed position - Have postage stamps attached - Have excessive curl or twist - Have an interlocking design - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section14.fm • Adjust the guide to withstand temperatures of 205 °C (401 °F) and pressure of the envelope facing into the printer. Are stuck together...
... with the flaps closed position - Have postage stamps attached - Have excessive curl or twist - Have an interlocking design - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section14.fm • Adjust the guide to withstand temperatures of 205 °C (401 °F) and pressure of the envelope facing into the printer. Are stuck together...
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PRE LIMINARY 9/13/10 - Straighten the edges of the tray when you load Legal size paper. 3 Before loading the print media, flex the sheets and fan them. FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section15.fm 2 Adjust the paper guides. DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - FOR PROOF ONLY 222 Loading Print Media NOTE: Extend the rear side of the stack on a level surface.
PRE LIMINARY 9/13/10 - Straighten the edges of the tray when you load Legal size paper. 3 Before loading the print media, flex the sheets and fan them. FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section15.fm 2 Adjust the paper guides. DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - FOR PROOF ONLY 222 Loading Print Media NOTE: Extend the rear side of the stack on a level surface.
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... cause paper jams. 5 Align the width guides against the edge of the paper. NOTE: When loading user-specified print media, adjust the width guides and slide the extendable part of the tray by pinching the length guide and sliding it until it rests lightly against...edges of the paper. 6 After confirming that the guides are securely adjusted, insert the tray into the tray with the recommended print side facing up. P R E L I M I A L - F O R P R O O F O N LY Loading Print Media 223 FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section15.fm 4 Load...
... cause paper jams. 5 Align the width guides against the edge of the paper. NOTE: When loading user-specified print media, adjust the width guides and slide the extendable part of the tray by pinching the length guide and sliding it until it rests lightly against...edges of the paper. 6 After confirming that the guides are securely adjusted, insert the tray into the tray with the recommended print side facing up. P R E L I M I A L - F O R P R O O F O N LY Loading Print Media 223 FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section15.fm 4 Load...
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PRE LIMINARY 9/13/10 - DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section15.fm Print media source Single sheet feeder (SSF) Print side Face down Page orientation Letterhead enters the printer first Loading Print Media in the SSF 1 Adjust the width guides to the print media's width. 2 Hold both sides of the print media facing down close to the single sheet feeder, and push it 8 cm to 9 cm (4 inches) into the printer until it automatically feeds. FOR PROOF ONLY 228 Loading Print Media
PRE LIMINARY 9/13/10 - DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section15.fm Print media source Single sheet feeder (SSF) Print side Face down Page orientation Letterhead enters the printer first Loading Print Media in the SSF 1 Adjust the width guides to the print media's width. 2 Hold both sides of the print media facing down close to the single sheet feeder, and push it 8 cm to 9 cm (4 inches) into the printer until it automatically feeds. FOR PROOF ONLY 228 Loading Print Media
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...Widget for Macintosh Status Monitor Widget is a printer utility that promotes efficient use of the printer through the exchange of Dell printers currently connected to your Macintosh • Receiving Alerts Alerts you to problems, such as paper jams or low ...ONLY 332 Understanding Your Printer Software Troubleshooting The Troubleshooting button opens the Troubleshooting Guide, which allows you to access the web site to solve problems by yourself. FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section20.fm Updater The Updater button updates the...
...Widget for Macintosh Status Monitor Widget is a printer utility that promotes efficient use of the printer through the exchange of Dell printers currently connected to your Macintosh • Receiving Alerts Alerts you to problems, such as paper jams or low ...ONLY 332 Understanding Your Printer Software Troubleshooting The Troubleshooting button opens the Troubleshooting Guide, which allows you to access the web site to solve problems by yourself. FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section20.fm Updater The Updater button updates the...
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FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section27.fm • Overtightening the guides may occur along the print media path. 1 Duplexer (2150cdn only) 2 Fuser 3 Single Sheet Feeder (SSF) 4 Optional 250-Sheet Feeder 5 Standard 250-Sheet Tray 6 Front Cover ...
FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section27.fm • Overtightening the guides may occur along the print media path. 1 Duplexer (2150cdn only) 2 Fuser 3 Single Sheet Feeder (SSF) 4 Optional 250-Sheet Feeder 5 Standard 250-Sheet Tray 6 Front Cover ...
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... off the printer, wait for 10 seconds, and turn on the display on the operator panel. F O R P R O O F O N LY Troubleshooting Guide 431 D E L L C ON F I D E N T I N A RY 9 / 1 3 / 1 0 - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section28.fm 28 Troubleshooting Guide Basic Printer Problems Some printer problems can be easily resolved. When the test is completed, Ready to Print...
... off the printer, wait for 10 seconds, and turn on the display on the operator panel. F O R P R O O F O N LY Troubleshooting Guide 431 D E L L C ON F I D E N T I N A RY 9 / 1 3 / 1 0 - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section28.fm 28 Troubleshooting Guide Basic Printer Problems Some printer problems can be easily resolved. When the test is completed, Ready to Print...
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FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section28.fm Printing Problems Problem Job did not print or incorrect characters printed. Determine the host interface you send a job ... LL CONFIDENTIAL - Verify that the top menu appears on the operator panel before you are using the correct printer driver. FOR PROOF ONLY 432 Troubleshooting Guide Press the (Menu) button to return to the top menu. PRE LIMINARY 9/13/10 - Ensure that the correct USB or Ethernet cable is selected. Ensure...
FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section28.fm Printing Problems Problem Job did not print or incorrect characters printed. Determine the host interface you send a job ... LL CONFIDENTIAL - Verify that the top menu appears on the operator panel before you are using the correct printer driver. FOR PROOF ONLY 432 Troubleshooting Guide Press the (Menu) button to return to the top menu. PRE LIMINARY 9/13/10 - Ensure that the correct USB or Ethernet cable is selected. Ensure...
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...not mix reams of the print media sources are adjusted correctly. P R E L I M I A L - F O R P R O O F O N LY Troubleshooting Guide 433 Ensure that the envelope is securely inserted. See "Loading Print Media in the standard 250-sheet tray. Make sure that the standard 250-sheet...overload the tray. Ensure that the width and length guides of print media. The envelope is not curled. Load print media only when the tray is loaded correctly. FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section28.fm Problem Action...
...not mix reams of the print media sources are adjusted correctly. P R E L I M I A L - F O R P R O O F O N LY Troubleshooting Guide 433 Ensure that the envelope is securely inserted. See "Loading Print Media in the standard 250-sheet tray. Make sure that the standard 250-sheet...overload the tray. Ensure that the width and length guides of print media. The envelope is not curled. Load print media only when the tray is loaded correctly. FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section28.fm Problem Action...
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FOR PROOF ONLY 434 Troubleshooting Guide Print media does not stack neatly in the tray is curled. For information on how to use the Tool Box can also be performed using the operator panel or Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. Cannot print from the ...induced fatigue • Fog • Bead-Carry-Out (BCO) • Jagged characters • Banding DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section28.fm Problem Action Page breaks in the tray. Turn the print media stack over in unexpected places.
FOR PROOF ONLY 434 Troubleshooting Guide Print media does not stack neatly in the tray is curled. For information on how to use the Tool Box can also be performed using the operator panel or Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. Cannot print from the ...induced fatigue • Fog • Bead-Carry-Out (BCO) • Jagged characters • Banding DE LL CONFIDENTIAL - FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section28.fm Problem Action Page breaks in the tray. Turn the print media stack over in unexpected places.
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...LY Troubleshooting Guide 435 P R E L I M I A L - a Check the toner level in the Status tab in complete. a On the Advanced tab, ensure that the On check box is not selected. Does this solve your problem? 2 If you are using non-Dell brand toner cartridges, The task is disable the Non-Dell Toner ...your problem? a Launch the Tool Box, and click Non-Dell Toner on the leading edge of toner left in the Status Monitor. each toner cartridge. complete. FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section28.fm • Auger mark ...
...LY Troubleshooting Guide 435 P R E L I M I A L - a Check the toner level in the Status tab in complete. a On the Advanced tab, ensure that the On check box is not selected. Does this solve your problem? 2 If you are using non-Dell brand toner cartridges, The task is disable the Non-Dell Toner ...your problem? a Launch the Tool Box, and click Non-Dell Toner on the leading edge of toner left in the Status Monitor. each toner cartridge. complete. FILE LOCATION: C:\Users\fxstdpcadmin\Desktop\0630_UG??\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\Mioga_SFP_UG_FM\section28.fm • Auger mark ...