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... Ordering and replacing supplies 13 Replacing ink cartridges...13 Ordering ink cartridges...14 Recycling Dell products...15 Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 16 Using the printer control panel...16 Using the printer menus...18 Changing temporary settings into new default settings 20 Changing the Power Saver timeout...21 Resetting to factory...
... Ordering and replacing supplies 13 Replacing ink cartridges...13 Ordering ink cartridges...14 Recycling Dell products...15 Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 16 Using the printer control panel...16 Using the printer menus...18 Changing temporary settings into new default settings 20 Changing the Power Saver timeout...21 Resetting to factory...
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...or reducing images...48 Adjusting copy quality...48 Making a copy lighter or darker...49 Collating copies using the printer control panel...49 Repeating an image on one page...50 Copying multiple pages on one sheet...50 Making a duplex copy manually...50 Canceling copy jobs...51 Scanning 52 Tips for scanning...52 Scanning... application 54 Scanning directly to e-mail...54 Scanning to a PDF...55 Scanning FAQ...55 Canceling scan jobs...56 Faxing 57 Setting up the printer to fax...57 Configuring the fax settings...68 Creating a contact list...70 Sending faxes...71 Receiving faxes...72 Contents 4
...or reducing images...48 Adjusting copy quality...48 Making a copy lighter or darker...49 Collating copies using the printer control panel...49 Repeating an image on one page...50 Copying multiple pages on one sheet...50 Making a duplex copy manually...50 Canceling copy jobs...51 Scanning 52 Tips for scanning...52 Scanning... application 54 Scanning directly to e-mail...54 Scanning to a PDF...55 Scanning FAQ...55 Canceling scan jobs...56 Faxing 57 Setting up the printer to fax...57 Configuring the fax settings...68 Creating a contact list...70 Sending faxes...71 Receiving faxes...72 Contents 4
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......73 Networking 80 Installing the printer on a wireless network...80 Advanced wireless setup...84 Networking FAQ...88 Maintaining the printer 98 Maintaining ink cartridges...98 Cleaning the exterior of the printer...99 Cleaning the scanner glass...100 Troubleshooting 101 Before you troubleshoot...101 Using the Service Center to solve printer problems 101 If Troubleshooting does not...
......73 Networking 80 Installing the printer on a wireless network...80 Advanced wireless setup...84 Networking FAQ...88 Maintaining the printer 98 Maintaining ink cartridges...98 Cleaning the exterior of the printer...99 Cleaning the scanner glass...100 Troubleshooting 101 Before you troubleshoot...101 Using the Service Center to solve printer problems 101 If Troubleshooting does not...
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...or place heavy objects on the power cord. Safety information Connect the power cord to a professional service person. The safety features of the printer, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables from the electrical outlet before proceeding. Refer service or repairs, other ...HAZARD: Do not use this product or make any of these things happen, a risk of such problems. Remove the power cord from the printer before inspecting it. The manufacturer is near water or wet locations. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Do not place or use the fax feature during ...
...or place heavy objects on the power cord. Safety information Connect the power cord to a professional service person. The safety features of the printer, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables from the electrical outlet before proceeding. Refer service or repairs, other ...HAZARD: Do not use this product or make any of these things happen, a risk of such problems. Remove the power cord from the printer before inspecting it. The manufacturer is near water or wet locations. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Do not place or use the fax feature during ...
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... more than normal and are the reason we do what we want to share a single printer among multiple computers, thus conserving energy and other resources. To start using less ink than one page image on one side of a sheet of paper. • Print on our Web site. We're ...committed to delivering performance and value with the printer, and then skim the User's Guide to learn how to a computer program, application, or flash drive for choosing this printer! Wireless/network printers allow ...
... more than normal and are the reason we do what we want to share a single printer among multiple computers, thus conserving energy and other resources. To start using less ink than one page image on one side of a sheet of paper. • Print on our Web site. We're ...committed to delivering performance and value with the printer, and then skim the User's Guide to learn how to a computer program, application, or flash drive for choosing this printer! Wireless/network printers allow ...
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...Printhead" and "Deep Clean Printhead" features. For updates, check our Web site at support.dell.com. Finding information about the printer Publications What are you looking for reuse or recycling through the Dell Cartridge Collection Program. Recycling • Return empty ink cartridges for ? About your.... Before replacing and recycling your ink cartridges, try using printer software • Setting up and configuring the printer on a network, depending on your printer 9 To return an empty ink cartridge, go to www.dell.com/recycling to improve the quality of throwing it here ...
...Printhead" and "Deep Clean Printhead" features. For updates, check our Web site at support.dell.com. Finding information about the printer Publications What are you looking for reuse or recycling through the Dell Cartridge Collection Program. Recycling • Return empty ink cartridges for ? About your.... Before replacing and recycling your ink cartridges, try using printer software • Setting up and configuring the printer on a network, depending on your printer 9 To return an empty ink cartridge, go to www.dell.com/recycling to improve the quality of throwing it here ...
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...downloads • Live chat support • E-mail support • Telephone support Dell Support Web site-support.dell.com Note: Select your region, and then select your product to operate your printer • Regulatory information • Warranty information Product Information Guide Product Information Guide ...operation for your region or country can purchase printer supplies online, by telephone, or in the printer Program folder or on the desktop, depending on your printer 10 What are you purchased your Dell computer and printer • Readme files-Last-minute technical changes...
...downloads • Live chat support • E-mail support • Telephone support Dell Support Web site-support.dell.com Note: Select your region, and then select your product to operate your printer • Regulatory information • Warranty information Product Information Guide Product Information Guide ...operation for your region or country can purchase printer supplies online, by telephone, or in the printer Program folder or on the desktop, depending on your printer 10 What are you purchased your Dell computer and printer • Readme files-Last-minute technical changes...
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...(ADF) paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding it into the ADF. Recommended for scanning, copying, or faxing multiple-page documents. About your printer 11 Note: Adjust the paper guide on the scanner glass. 11 ADF Scan, copy, or fax multiple-page letter-, legal-, and A4-size ... original documents in the ADF. Place these items on the ADF tray to the width of the printer 12 13 11 1 10 9 8 2 7 6 3 54 Use the To 1 Paper support Load paper. 2 Wi-Fi indicator Check wireless status. 3 Memory card slots Insert a memory card. 4 PictBridge and USB port Connect a PictBridge...
...(ADF) paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding it into the ADF. Recommended for scanning, copying, or faxing multiple-page documents. About your printer 11 Note: Adjust the paper guide on the scanner glass. 11 ADF Scan, copy, or fax multiple-page letter-, legal-, and A4-size ... original documents in the ADF. Place these items on the ADF tray to the width of the printer 12 13 11 1 10 9 8 2 7 6 3 54 Use the To 1 Paper support Load paper. 2 Wi-Fi indicator Check wireless status. 3 Memory card slots Insert a memory card. 4 PictBridge and USB port Connect a PictBridge...
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...; Access the ink cartridges and printhead. • Remove paper jams. About your printer. 4 Power supply with port Connect the printer to a power source. 5 EXT Port EXT Connect additional devices (telephone or answering machine) to the printer and the telephone line. Note: Remove the plug to access the port. 6 ...filter, or VoIP adapter) to a computer using a USB cable. Use this port if you do not have a dedicated fax line for the printer, and if this connection method is supported in or removing a USB cable or installation cable. Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the USB port...
...; Access the ink cartridges and printhead. • Remove paper jams. About your printer. 4 Power supply with port Connect the printer to a power source. 5 EXT Port EXT Connect additional devices (telephone or answering machine) to the printer and the telephone line. Note: Remove the plug to access the port. 6 ...filter, or VoIP adapter) to a computer using a USB cable. Use this port if you do not have a dedicated fax line for the printer, and if this connection method is supported in or removing a USB cable or installation cable. Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the USB port...
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Ordering and replacing supplies 13 Note: The printhead moves to the cartridge installation position. 3 Press the release tab, and then remove the used ink cartridge or cartridges. 1 2 Note: Do not reinstall used ink cartridges once you begin. Ordering and replacing supplies Replacing ink cartridges Make sure you have a new ink cartridge or cartridges before you remove them from the printhead. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones, or the ink remaining in the printhead nozzles may dry out. 1 Turn on your printer. 2 Open the printer.
Ordering and replacing supplies 13 Note: The printhead moves to the cartridge installation position. 3 Press the release tab, and then remove the used ink cartridge or cartridges. 1 2 Note: Do not reinstall used ink cartridges once you begin. Ordering and replacing supplies Replacing ink cartridges Make sure you have a new ink cartridge or cartridges before you remove them from the printhead. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones, or the ink remaining in the printhead nozzles may dry out. 1 Turn on your printer. 2 Open the printer.
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... cartridge. 2 1 Note: Install the ink cartridges immediately after removing the protective cap to avoid exposing the ink to Dell for a single use only Dell ink cartridges. Item Black cartridge Black cartridge, high yield2 Licensed cartridge1 Series 21 Series 23 Regular cartridge Series 21R Series ... hands to install each of the ink cartridges. Ordering ink cartridges Page yields available at www.dell.com/supplies. After use, return this cartridge to air. 5 Close the printer. For best results, use only. Ordering and replacing supplies 14 Install the black ink cartridge and...
... cartridge. 2 1 Note: Install the ink cartridges immediately after removing the protective cap to avoid exposing the ink to Dell for a single use only Dell ink cartridges. Item Black cartridge Black cartridge, high yield2 Licensed cartridge1 Series 21 Series 23 Regular cartridge Series 21R Series ... hands to install each of the ink cartridges. Ordering ink cartridges Page yields available at www.dell.com/supplies. After use, return this cartridge to air. 5 Close the printer. For best results, use only. Ordering and replacing supplies 14 Install the black ink cartridge and...
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Ordering and replacing supplies 15 Recycling Dell products To return Dell products to Dell for recycling: 1 Click or Start. 2 Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. 3 Select Printer Home. 4 Choose your printer from the printer drop-down list. 5 Click Order supplies in the Maintenance tab. 6 Click . 7 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
Ordering and replacing supplies 15 Recycling Dell products To return Dell products to Dell for recycling: 1 Click or Start. 2 Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. 3 Select Printer Home. 4 Choose your printer from the printer drop-down list. 5 Click Order supplies in the Maintenance tab. 6 Click . 7 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
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... panel: 1 23 4 5 Use the: 1 Power button 2 Copy button 3 Scan button 4 Fax button 5 Photo button 10 9 8 7 6 To • Turn the printer on , press to switch to Power Saver mode. Access the scan menu and scan documents. Press and hold for three seconds to Power Saver mode. ...Access the copy menu and make copies. Access the fax menu and send faxes. Access the photo menu and print photos. Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 16 Note: When the printer is on and off. • Switch to turn off the...
... panel: 1 23 4 5 Use the: 1 Power button 2 Copy button 3 Scan button 4 Fax button 5 Photo button 10 9 8 7 6 To • Turn the printer on , press to switch to Power Saver mode. Access the scan menu and scan documents. Press and hold for three seconds to Power Saver mode. ...Access the copy menu and make copies. Access the fax menu and send faxes. Access the photo menu and print photos. Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 16 Note: When the printer is on and off. • Switch to turn off the...
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.... • Exit from a saved list of numbers. 2 Redial/Pause In Fax mode: • Insert a three-second pause in Power Saver mode. • Printer status • Messages • Menus 7 Arrow buttons Choose a menu or submenu item that appears on the display. 8 Select button • Select menu options. ... off in a fax number to wait for 3 seconds to feed or eject paper from the printer. 9 Back button • Return to a higher one. 10 Setup button Access the setup menu and change printer settings. Press and hold for an outside line or get through an automated answering system.
.... • Exit from a saved list of numbers. 2 Redial/Pause In Fax mode: • Insert a three-second pause in Power Saver mode. • Printer status • Messages • Menus 7 Arrow buttons Choose a menu or submenu item that appears on the display. 8 Select button • Select menu options. ... off in a fax number to wait for 3 seconds to feed or eject paper from the printer. 9 Back button • Return to a higher one. 10 Setup button Access the setup menu and change printer settings. Press and hold for an outside line or get through an automated answering system.
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... - File Type - File Type - Quality - Original Size • Memory Card - Quality - Original Size • USB Flash Drive - Quality - Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 18 File Type - Using the printer menus Copy menu Scan menu Fax menu PictBridge menu1 Copies Quality Lighter/Darker Resize Original Size Photo Reprint Collate Pages...
... - File Type - File Type - Quality - Original Size • Memory Card - Quality - Original Size • USB Flash Drive - Quality - Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 18 File Type - Using the printer menus Copy menu Scan menu Fax menu PictBridge menu1 Copies Quality Lighter/Darker Resize Original Size Photo Reprint Collate Pages...
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... Date/Time • Ink Levels • Host Fax Settings • Clean Printhead • Button Beep • Deep Clean Printhead • Align Printer • Print Test Page • Replace Printhead • Power Saver • Auto Screen Dim • Eco-Mode • Clear Settings Timeout ...Network Setup1 • Print Setup Page • Wi-Fi Protected Setup • Wireless Information • TCP/IP • File Print • Reset Network Adapter Defaults Fax Setup • Address Book • Reports • Ringing ...
... Date/Time • Ink Levels • Host Fax Settings • Clean Printhead • Button Beep • Deep Clean Printhead • Align Printer • Print Test Page • Replace Printhead • Power Saver • Auto Screen Dim • Eco-Mode • Clear Settings Timeout ...Network Setup1 • Print Setup Page • Wi-Fi Protected Setup • Wireless Information • TCP/IP • File Print • Reset Network Adapter Defaults Fax Setup • Address Book • Reports • Ringing ...
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Changing temporary settings into new default settings The following menus revert to default settings after two minutes of inactivity or after the printer is turned off: Copy menu Scan menu Fax menu (selected models only) Photo menu • Copies • Quality • Lighter/Darker • Resize...removed. • Photo Effects • Photo Size • Layout • Quality To change the temporary settings into new default settings 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Defaults, and then press . 3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Set ...
Changing temporary settings into new default settings The following menus revert to default settings after two minutes of inactivity or after the printer is turned off: Copy menu Scan menu Fax menu (selected models only) Photo menu • Copies • Quality • Lighter/Darker • Resize...removed. • Photo Effects • Photo Size • Layout • Quality To change the temporary settings into new default settings 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Defaults, and then press . 3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Set ...
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... buttons to scroll to Use Factory, and then press . 5 When prompted to Power Saver mode when the printer is the time it takes for three seconds to turn the printer on some printer models) compared to set the Power Saver timeout in the Setup menu, then press and hold and , and... Setup Complete appears on the display. Note: If you have previously selected. To save the most energy, select the lowest Power Saver timeout. 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Device Setup, and then press . 3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Power Saver...
... buttons to scroll to Use Factory, and then press . 5 When prompted to Power Saver mode when the printer is the time it takes for three seconds to turn the printer on some printer models) compared to set the Power Saver timeout in the Setup menu, then press and hold and , and... Setup Complete appears on the display. Note: If you have previously selected. To save the most energy, select the lowest Power Saver timeout. 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Device Setup, and then press . 3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Power Saver...
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To change the Eco-Mode setting: 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Device Setup, and then press . 3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Eco-Mode. 4 Select ... override any changes you exit Setup, or press another mode button. Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 22 When Eco-Mode is enabled, the printer automatically switches to the following settings: • The printer display is dimmed. • The printer changes to individual settings that are part of Eco-Mode. • Eco...
To change the Eco-Mode setting: 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Device Setup, and then press . 3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Eco-Mode. 4 Select ... override any changes you exit Setup, or press another mode button. Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 22 When Eco-Mode is enabled, the printer automatically switches to the following settings: • The printer display is dimmed. • The printer changes to individual settings that are part of Eco-Mode. • Eco...