Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 4
... secondary error light sequences...46 Understanding the secondary paper jam light sequences 50 Loading paper and specialty media 55 Setting the paper size and paper type...55 Configuring Universal paper settings...55 Loading the standard 250-sheet tray...55 Loading the optional 250- or 550-sheet tray...59 Using the manual feeder...60 Using the standard exit bin and paper stop...61 Linking and unlinking trays...62 Linking trays...62 Unlinking trays...62 Assigning a Custom Type name...63 Paper and specialty media guide 64 Paper...
... secondary error light sequences...46 Understanding the secondary paper jam light sequences 50 Loading paper and specialty media 55 Setting the paper size and paper type...55 Configuring Universal paper settings...55 Loading the standard 250-sheet tray...55 Loading the optional 250- or 550-sheet tray...59 Using the manual feeder...60 Using the standard exit bin and paper stop...61 Linking and unlinking trays...62 Linking trays...62 Unlinking trays...62 Assigning a Custom Type name...63 Paper and specialty media guide 64 Paper...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 6
Administrative support 96 Adjusting Power Saver...96 Restoring the factory default settings...96 Clearing jams 97 Avoiding jams...97 Accessing jam areas...98 Understanding jam lights and access locations...98 Clearing jams behind the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge 102 Clearing jams from the standard exit bin...104 Clearing jams from Tray 1...104 Clearing jams from Tray 2...106 Clearing jams in the manual feeder...107 Clearing jams behind the rear door...108 Troubleshooting 110 Solving basic printer problems...110 Solving printing problems...110 Jobs do not print...110 Multiple-...
Administrative support 96 Adjusting Power Saver...96 Restoring the factory default settings...96 Clearing jams 97 Avoiding jams...97 Accessing jam areas...98 Understanding jam lights and access locations...98 Clearing jams behind the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge 102 Clearing jams from the standard exit bin...104 Clearing jams from Tray 1...104 Clearing jams from Tray 2...106 Clearing jams in the manual feeder...107 Clearing jams behind the rear door...108 Troubleshooting 110 Solving basic printer problems...110 Solving printing problems...110 Jobs do not print...110 Multiple-...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 9
... the printer off using the power switch, and then unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. • Disconnect all external connections (such as Ethernet and telephone system connections) are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up this product or make sure your operating instructions that all cords and cables from the wall outlet before continuing. This product uses a printing process...
... the printer off using the power switch, and then unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. • Disconnect all external connections (such as Ethernet and telephone system connections) are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up this product or make sure your operating instructions that all cords and cables from the wall outlet before continuing. This product uses a printing process...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 22
... Mode On Off Auto Sets the printer to perform the special processing required for the USB Buffer, disable or reduce the size of the parallel buffer. • Changing this setting automatically resets the printer. USB Buffer Sets the size of the USB input buffer Disabled Notes: Auto 3K to • Auto is the factory default setting. • Changing this setting automatically resets the printer. PS SmartSwitch On Off Sets the printer to automatically switch to PostScript emulation when a print job received...
... Mode On Off Auto Sets the printer to perform the special processing required for the USB Buffer, disable or reduce the size of the parallel buffer. • Changing this setting automatically resets the printer. USB Buffer Sets the size of the USB input buffer Disabled Notes: Auto 3K to • Auto is the factory default setting. • Changing this setting automatically resets the printer. PS SmartSwitch On Off Sets the printer to automatically switch to PostScript emulation when a print job received...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 27
... whether duplex (2-sided) printing is set as fonts and macros stored in which the print jobs are deleted to process print jobs. • The On setting retains the downloads during language changes and printer resets. For Macintosh users, choose File > Print, and then adjust the settings from the software program, for Windows users, click File Print, and then click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. Specifies a default number of memory, then downloads are not deleted. Sets the order in RAM, when the printer receives a job that...
... whether duplex (2-sided) printing is set as fonts and macros stored in which the print jobs are deleted to process print jobs. • The On setting retains the downloads during language changes and printer resets. For Macintosh users, choose File > Print, and then adjust the settings from the software program, for Windows users, click File Print, and then click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. Specifies a default number of memory, then downloads are not deleted. Sets the order in RAM, when the printer receives a job that...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 55
... Macintosh users, choose File > Print, and then adjust the settings from : the standard tray (Tray 1), also known as the 250-sheet tray, and either the optional 250-sheet tray or the optional 550-sheet tray (Tray 2). Loading paper and specialty media 55 Loading paper and specialty media This section explains how to override the Paper Size and Type settings for a special print job, do not contain plain paper. The factory default paper type setting is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, open the Local Printer Settings...
... Macintosh users, choose File > Print, and then adjust the settings from : the standard tray (Tray 1), also known as the 250-sheet tray, and either the optional 250-sheet tray or the optional 550-sheet tray (Tray 2). Loading paper and specialty media 55 Loading paper and specialty media This section explains how to override the Paper Size and Type settings for a special print job, do not contain plain paper. The factory default paper type setting is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, open the Local Printer Settings...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 64
... loaded depends on whether you have an optional 250- Paper and specialty media guide 64 Only one optional drawer may be stiff enough to Tray 1 250 sheets of paper 150 sheets of A6-size paper 50 paper labels 50 transparencies Tray 2 250 or 550 sheets of paper 50 paper labels Manual feeder 1 sheet of paper 1 sheet of A6-size paper 1 transparency 1 sheet of card stock 1 envelope Notes Vinyl, pharmacy, or dual-sided labels are not supported. Feed paper into the feeder. Paper...
... loaded depends on whether you have an optional 250- Paper and specialty media guide 64 Only one optional drawer may be stiff enough to Tray 1 250 sheets of paper 150 sheets of A6-size paper 50 paper labels 50 transparencies Tray 2 250 or 550 sheets of paper 50 paper labels Manual feeder 1 sheet of paper 1 sheet of A6-size paper 1 transparency 1 sheet of card stock 1 envelope Notes Vinyl, pharmacy, or dual-sided labels are not supported. Feed paper into the feeder. Paper...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 70
...: Installing custom drivers do not replace the system driver. A separate printer object is created and appears in the Printers folder. The installation prompts you have administrative access to the computer using a USB or parallel cable, and turn on the printer. b Double-click Printers and Other Hardware. In Windows XP (default Start menu): a Click Start Control Panel. Setting up for local printing Windows® Some Windows operating systems may already include a printer driver that you when the setup is completed. Install the printer for...
...: Installing custom drivers do not replace the system driver. A separate printer object is created and appears in the Printers folder. The installation prompts you have administrative access to the computer using a USB or parallel cable, and turn on the printer. b Double-click Printers and Other Hardware. In Windows XP (default Start menu): a Click Start Control Panel. Setting up for local printing Windows® Some Windows operating systems may already include a printer driver that you when the setup is completed. Install the printer for...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 71
... Windows versions: Click Start Settings Printers. 3 Double-click Add Printer. In Windows XP (Classic Start menu): Click Start Settings Printers and Faxes. The Drivers and Utilities CD should launch the installation software automatically. 2 Select Additional Software Installation - Install the printer support software, and then click Next. 3 Select the check boxes next to the printer software you may be prompted for your computer. The software is the letter of driver you want to your CD drive...
... Windows versions: Click Start Settings Printers. 3 Double-click Add Printer. In Windows XP (Classic Start menu): Click Start Settings Printers and Faxes. The Drivers and Utilities CD should launch the installation software automatically. 2 Select Additional Software Installation - Install the printer support software, and then click Next. 3 Select the check boxes next to the printer software you may be prompted for your computer. The software is the letter of driver you want to your CD drive...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 73
...® Local printing is supported on the Drivers and Utilities CD. To launch the installation instructions for the printer, and then click OK. Setting up for local printing 73 The printer is the letter of your CD-ROM drive. The printer appears in the Printer (USB) window. 6 In the PostScript Printer Description (PPD) File section, click Auto Setup. 5 Select the printer, and then click OK. All the printer software supports local printing using a parallel connection.
...® Local printing is supported on the Drivers and Utilities CD. To launch the installation instructions for the printer, and then click OK. Setting up for local printing 73 The printer is the letter of your CD-ROM drive. The printer appears in the Printer (USB) window. 6 In the PostScript Printer Description (PPD) File section, click Auto Setup. 5 Select the printer, and then click OK. All the printer software supports local printing using a parallel connection.
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 74
... you install the printer software. The Dell Local Printer Setup Utility is connected to install these software applications. Use the Status Monitor Center to manage multiple Status Monitors. • Double-click a printer name to open its Status Monitor, or select Run to open a Status Monitor for example, activating Alarm Control if you can also save printer settings not available from the toolbar by clicking Actions Save As Command File. Save settings from the printer software (for a particular printer. • Select Update...
... you install the printer software. The Dell Local Printer Setup Utility is connected to install these software applications. Use the Status Monitor Center to manage multiple Status Monitors. • Double-click a printer name to open its Status Monitor, or select Run to open a Status Monitor for example, activating Alarm Control if you can also save printer settings not available from the toolbar by clicking Actions Save As Command File. Save settings from the printer software (for a particular printer. • Select Update...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 76
... Dell 2230d Laser Printer. Installing the Optional XPS Driver The XML Paper Specification (XPS) driver is an optional printer driver designed to make use XPS features, you must be in the System Tray. To install the driver: 1 Click Control Panel. 2 Under Hardware and Sound, click Printer, and then click Add a Printer. The Dell Printer Alert Utility informs you see in place so the printer and computer can communicate. Note: For the Dell Printer Alert Utility to install the printer...
... Dell 2230d Laser Printer. Installing the Optional XPS Driver The XML Paper Specification (XPS) driver is an optional printer driver designed to make use XPS features, you must be in the System Tray. To install the driver: 1 Click Control Panel. 2 Under Hardware and Sound, click Printer, and then click Add a Printer. The Dell Printer Alert Utility informs you see in place so the printer and computer can communicate. Note: For the Dell Printer Alert Utility to install the printer...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 77
... Use an existing port: drop-down menu, select Virtual printer port for your printer model number, and then double-click Drivers. The file is located in place so the printer and computer can order toner by phone or from the Printing Status window, the Programs window, or the desktop icon. 3 From the Add Printer dialog box, choose one of the following: • If you are using a USB connection, make sure the USB cable is connected to the computer and printer...
... Use an existing port: drop-down menu, select Virtual printer port for your printer model number, and then double-click Drivers. The file is located in place so the printer and computer can order toner by phone or from the Printing Status window, the Programs window, or the desktop icon. 3 From the Add Printer dialog box, choose one of the following: • If you are using a USB connection, make sure the USB cable is connected to the computer and printer...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 96
... enters Power Saver mode. You can also restore factory default settings using the printer control panel. Available settings range from 1-240 minutes. 4 From the menu bar, click Actions Apply Settings. Administrative support 96 Restoring the factory default settings If your printer is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, use the Local Printer Settings Utility for Windows or Printer Settings for Macintosh. 1 Click Setup. 2 Ensure that the Power Saver check box is connected to the factory default settings except the Port menu settings. For instructions, print...
... enters Power Saver mode. You can also restore factory default settings using the printer control panel. Available settings range from 1-240 minutes. 4 From the menu bar, click Actions Apply Settings. Administrative support 96 Restoring the factory default settings If your printer is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, use the Local Printer Settings Utility for Windows or Printer Settings for Macintosh. 1 Click Setup. 2 Ensure that the Power Saver check box is connected to the factory default settings except the Port menu settings. For instructions, print...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 110
..., contact Dell at support.dell.com. Troubleshooting Solving basic printer problems If there are basic printer problems, or the printer is unresponsive, ensure the following : VERIFY THAT THE PRINTER IS READY TO PRINT Ensure that the cables are firmly connected to the printer. Check the printer power switch. • The printer cable is securely attached to the printer and the host computer, print server, or option. • All options are properly installed. • The printer driver settings are correct...
..., contact Dell at support.dell.com. Troubleshooting Solving basic printer problems If there are basic printer problems, or the printer is unresponsive, ensure the following : VERIFY THAT THE PRINTER IS READY TO PRINT Ensure that the cables are firmly connected to the printer. Check the printer power switch. • The printer cable is securely attached to the printer and the host computer, print server, or option. • All options are properly installed. • The printer driver settings are correct...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 114
... use it. Paper jam lights remain on . 3 Release . Solving print quality problems The information in the following topics may have a printer part that jammed does not reprint after jam is cleared The paper path is set to the correct positions for Macintosh. Troubleshooting 114 Isolating print quality problems Print the print quality test pages to Off. If the printer is set to isolate print quality problems. 1 Turn the printer off, and then open doors. CHECK THE GUIDES Move the guides...
... use it. Paper jam lights remain on . 3 Release . Solving print quality problems The information in the following topics may have a printer part that jammed does not reprint after jam is cleared The paper path is set to the correct positions for Macintosh. Troubleshooting 114 Isolating print quality problems Print the print quality test pages to Off. If the printer is set to isolate print quality problems. 1 Turn the printer off, and then open doors. CHECK THE GUIDES Move the guides...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 124
... countries) www.dell.ca (Canada only) • Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) ftp.dell.com Log in as user: anonymous, and use your email address as the verification of appropriate functionality of the Operating System, application software and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as your password. • Electronic Support Service mobile_support@us.dell.com support@us.dell.com la-techsupport@dell.com (Latin...
... countries) www.dell.ca (Canada only) • Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) ftp.dell.com Log in as user: anonymous, and use your email address as the verification of appropriate functionality of the Operating System, application software and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as your password. • Electronic Support Service mobile_support@us.dell.com support@us.dell.com la-techsupport@dell.com (Latin...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 126
...-sheet drawer installing 36 251 paper jams, clearing from manual feeder 107 2-sided printing 80 550-sheet drawer installing 36 A additional printer software installing in Windows 71 attaching cables 14 B booklet printing 84 C cables parallel 14 USB 14 canceling a job from the printer control panel 85 canceling a print job from Macintosh 85 from Windows 85 card stock tips 83 checking an unresponsive printer 110 cleaning exterior of the printer 87 collate setting Finishing menu 32 configurations printer 10 conserving supplies 88 control panel, printer 39, 46, 50 buttons 13 lights 13 custom type...
...-sheet drawer installing 36 251 paper jams, clearing from manual feeder 107 2-sided printing 80 550-sheet drawer installing 36 A additional printer software installing in Windows 71 attaching cables 14 B booklet printing 84 C cables parallel 14 USB 14 canceling a job from the printer control panel 85 canceling a print job from Macintosh 85 from Windows 85 card stock tips 83 checking an unresponsive printer 110 cleaning exterior of the printer 87 collate setting Finishing menu 32 configurations printer 10 conserving supplies 88 control panel, printer 39, 46, 50 buttons 13 lights 13 custom type...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 127
... standard tray 104 from Tray 1 104 from Tray 2 106 Paper Loading menu 20 paper sizes supported by the printer 68 paper stop, using 61 Paper Texture menu 18 paper types duplex support 67 supported by printer 67 where to load 67 Paper Weight menu 19 Parallel menu 23 parallel port 14 PCL Emul menu 30 photoconductor kit replacing 91 PostScript menu 30 Power Saver adjusting 96 print job canceling from Macintosh 85 Index 127 canceling from the printer control panel 85 canceling from Windows 85 print quality test pages printing 84, 114 print quality troubleshooting blank pages 115...
... standard tray 104 from Tray 1 104 from Tray 2 106 Paper Loading menu 20 paper sizes supported by the printer 68 paper stop, using 61 Paper Texture menu 18 paper types duplex support 67 supported by printer 67 where to load 67 Paper Weight menu 19 Parallel menu 23 parallel port 14 PCL Emul menu 30 photoconductor kit replacing 91 PostScript menu 30 Power Saver adjusting 96 print job canceling from Macintosh 85 Index 127 canceling from the printer control panel 85 canceling from Windows 85 print quality test pages printing 84, 114 print quality troubleshooting blank pages 115...
Dell 2230d Laser Printer User's Guide
Page 128
... printing status window 77 Status Monitor Center 74 XPS driver 76 standard 250-sheet tray loading 55 standard exit bin, using 61 Status Monitor Center 74 storing paper 67 supplies 87 supplies conserving 88 storing 87 system board accessing 33 T tips card stock 83 envelopes 82 labels, paper 83 transparencies 82 toner cartridge replacing 89 transparencies tips 82 tray linking 63 trays linking 62 unlinking 62 troubleshooting checking an unresponsive printer 110 solving basic printer problems 110 troubleshooting, paper feed lights...
... printing status window 77 Status Monitor Center 74 XPS driver 76 standard 250-sheet tray loading 55 standard exit bin, using 61 Status Monitor Center 74 storing paper 67 supplies 87 supplies conserving 88 storing 87 system board accessing 33 T tips card stock 83 envelopes 82 labels, paper 83 transparencies 82 toner cartridge replacing 89 transparencies tips 82 tray linking 63 trays linking 62 unlinking 62 troubleshooting checking an unresponsive printer 110 solving basic printer problems 110 troubleshooting, paper feed lights...