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...on the power cord. Refer service or repairs, other replacement parts. Lexmark is near the product and easily accessible. The safety features of misuse. CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Make sure that is not responsible for signs of some parts may be obvious. CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: The printhead may ... or cabling connections, such as furniture and walls. If so, allow it . Inspect the power cord regularly for the use of specific Lexmark components. This product is misused, a risk of other than those described in ports. Do not subject the power cord to a professional service...
...on the power cord. Refer service or repairs, other replacement parts. Lexmark is near the product and easily accessible. The safety features of misuse. CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Make sure that is not responsible for signs of some parts may be obvious. CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: The printhead may ... or cabling connections, such as furniture and walls. If so, allow it . Inspect the power cord regularly for the use of specific Lexmark components. This product is misused, a risk of other than those described in ports. Do not subject the power cord to a professional service...
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Depending on the model you have chosen, your printer may look slightly different from the printer illustrated. Printer front view 1 2 A 3 8 7 6 5 4 Part name 1 Forms thickness lever 2 Ribbon access cover 3 Power switch 4 Paper select lever 5 Paper guides 6 Manual feeder 7 Front cover 8 Control panel Learning about the printer 7 Learning about the printer Printer overview The LexmarkTM Forms Printer 2500 Series printers are available in 9‑ and 24‑wire narrow‑ and wide‑carriage models.
Depending on the model you have chosen, your printer may look slightly different from the printer illustrated. Printer front view 1 2 A 3 8 7 6 5 4 Part name 1 Forms thickness lever 2 Ribbon access cover 3 Power switch 4 Paper select lever 5 Paper guides 6 Manual feeder 7 Front cover 8 Control panel Learning about the printer 7 Learning about the printer Printer overview The LexmarkTM Forms Printer 2500 Series printers are available in 9‑ and 24‑wire narrow‑ and wide‑carriage models.
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...the printer 8 Printer back view 5 1 2 3 4 11 6 10 7 98 Part name 1 Ribbon access cover latch 2 Acoustic flap 3 Tear off bar 4 Ribbon access cover latch 5 Recessed network button 6 Network connector Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the Network connector except when the printer is ... 8 Parallel connector 9 USB connector 10 Optional Tractor 2 connector knockout 11 Power cord connector Applying control panel overlays The Lexmark Forms Printer 2500 Series printers have control panel overlays available in the language of your choice: 1 Peel the backing off of the layer 1 label...
...the printer 8 Printer back view 5 1 2 3 4 11 6 10 7 98 Part name 1 Ribbon access cover latch 2 Acoustic flap 3 Tear off bar 4 Ribbon access cover latch 5 Recessed network button 6 Network connector Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the Network connector except when the printer is ... 8 Parallel connector 9 USB connector 10 Optional Tractor 2 connector knockout 11 Power cord connector Applying control panel overlays The Lexmark Forms Printer 2500 Series printers have control panel overlays available in the language of your choice: 1 Peel the backing off of the layer 1 label...
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...about the printer 9 Understanding the printer features and functions Printer features by model Feature/function 2580/2581 2590/2591 Multi‑speed printing FastDft (Fast Draft) • 10 characters per inch (cpi) • 12 cpi • 440 characters per square inch (dpi) Resolution of up to 144 x 240 dots per second... • Outline Graphics printing Note: This feature supports existing graphics programs. Resolution of up to 360 x 360 dpi Multiple‑part forms Prints original plus five copies (six‑part forms) Prints original plus three copies (four‑...
...about the printer 9 Understanding the printer features and functions Printer features by model Feature/function 2580/2581 2590/2591 Multi‑speed printing FastDft (Fast Draft) • 10 characters per inch (cpi) • 12 cpi • 440 characters per square inch (dpi) Resolution of up to 144 x 240 dots per second... • Outline Graphics printing Note: This feature supports existing graphics programs. Resolution of up to 360 x 360 dpi Multiple‑part forms Prints original plus five copies (six‑part forms) Prints original plus three copies (four‑...
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...paper used . Forms thickness for 2580/2581 Paper type Paper thickness Single forms (cut or continuous) Thin 56 g/m2 (15 lb) 1 65 g/m2 (16 lb) Normal 68 g/m2 (18 lb) 75 g/m2 (20 lb) 1 or 2 Thick 90 g/m2 (24 lb) 2 Multiple‑part forms 2‑part 3‑part 4‑part 5‑part 6‑part 2 or 3... Paper weight 56 g/m2 (15 lb) 65 g/m2 (16 lb) 68 g/m2 (18 lb) 75 g/m2 (20 lb) 90 g/m2 (24 lb) 2‑part 3‑part 4‑part 5‑part 6‑part Forms thickness lever setting 1 1 or 2 2 2 or 3 3 or 4 4 or 5 5 or 6 5, 6, or 7 4, 5, or 6 • Print quality...
...paper used . Forms thickness for 2580/2581 Paper type Paper thickness Single forms (cut or continuous) Thin 56 g/m2 (15 lb) 1 65 g/m2 (16 lb) Normal 68 g/m2 (18 lb) 75 g/m2 (20 lb) 1 or 2 Thick 90 g/m2 (24 lb) 2 Multiple‑part forms 2‑part 3‑part 4‑part 5‑part 6‑part 2 or 3... Paper weight 56 g/m2 (15 lb) 65 g/m2 (16 lb) 68 g/m2 (18 lb) 75 g/m2 (20 lb) 90 g/m2 (24 lb) 2‑part 3‑part 4‑part 5‑part 6‑part Forms thickness lever setting 1 1 or 2 2 2 or 3 3 or 4 4 or 5 5 or 6 5, 6, or 7 4, 5, or 6 • Print quality...
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... be single sheets, envelopes, or multiple-part forms. They are using. 5 Move the paper select lever up to the position. 6 Open the manual feeder. A Loading paper 36 Loading cut form or envelope manually Note: If you have installed the optional Auto Sheet Feeder or Tractor 2 Feeder, ... instructions. 1 Turn the printer on. 2 Make sure the paper path is clear. 3 If continuous forms are currently loaded, tear off the leading edge of the continuous form, and then press Load/Unload to park the continuous forms. The Paper Out light blinks. 4 Set the forms thickness lever to a corresponding...
... be single sheets, envelopes, or multiple-part forms. They are using. 5 Move the paper select lever up to the position. 6 Open the manual feeder. A Loading paper 36 Loading cut form or envelope manually Note: If you have installed the optional Auto Sheet Feeder or Tractor 2 Feeder, ... instructions. 1 Turn the printer on. 2 Make sure the paper path is clear. 3 If continuous forms are currently loaded, tear off the leading edge of the continuous form, and then press Load/Unload to park the continuous forms. The Paper Out light blinks. 4 Set the forms thickness lever to a corresponding...
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...42 Paper and specialty media guide Paper types and sizes supported by the printer The printer supports paper weights of 56-90 g/m2 (15‑24 lb) and envelope weights of multiple part forms is 215 mm (8.5 in .). Width Paper types Cut Forms Single 76 mm (3.0 in.) to 297 mm (11.7 in.)* ... note. 0.42 mm (0.017 in.) Note: For 2580/2581 printers, the maximum thickness of 75-90 g/m2 (20‑24 lb). Length Paper types Single Cut Forms 76 mm (3.0 in.) to 559 mm (22.0 in.) Continuous Forms 76 mm (3.0 in.) (no maximum) Multiple part Envelopes 76 mm (3.0 in.) to 559 mm (22.0 ...
...42 Paper and specialty media guide Paper types and sizes supported by the printer The printer supports paper weights of 56-90 g/m2 (15‑24 lb) and envelope weights of multiple part forms is 215 mm (8.5 in .). Width Paper types Cut Forms Single 76 mm (3.0 in.) to 297 mm (11.7 in.)* ... note. 0.42 mm (0.017 in.) Note: For 2580/2581 printers, the maximum thickness of 75-90 g/m2 (20‑24 lb). Length Paper types Single Cut Forms 76 mm (3.0 in.) to 559 mm (22.0 in.) Continuous Forms 76 mm (3.0 in.) (no maximum) Multiple part Envelopes 76 mm (3.0 in.) to 559 mm (22.0 ...
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... it out of the printer. Ordering supplies Use the listed part numbers to remove dust, ribbon lint, and pieces of paper from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Cleaning the inside the printer. Cleaning the printer Preparing the printer for cleaning 1 Turn the printer off . 2 Lift ...the left and right release latches on the ribbon access cover to remove it. 3 Place the ribbon access cover on a flat surface. 4 Set the forms...
... it out of the printer. Ordering supplies Use the listed part numbers to remove dust, ribbon lint, and pieces of paper from the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Cleaning the inside the printer. Cleaning the printer Preparing the printer for cleaning 1 Turn the printer off . 2 Lift ...the left and right release latches on the ribbon access cover to remove it. 3 Place the ribbon access cover on a flat surface. 4 Set the forms...
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... the Embedded Web Server. To install and use certificates as certificates. In the address bar, type the IP address of the printer or print server to print servers presenting a valid set of the credentials: 1 Open a Web browser. You can manage the.... Administrative support 60 Using 802.1x authentication 802.1x authentication allows the printer to be protected using the format: http://ip_address/. 2 Click Configuration. 3 Under Other Settings, click Network/Ports. 4 Click Certificate Management. Certificates provide a way for the printer, such as part of credentials.
... the Embedded Web Server. To install and use certificates as certificates. In the address bar, type the IP address of the printer or print server to print servers presenting a valid set of the credentials: 1 Open a Web browser. You can manage the.... Administrative support 60 Using 802.1x authentication 802.1x authentication allows the printer to be protected using the format: http://ip_address/. 2 Click Configuration. 3 Under Other Settings, click Network/Ports. 4 Click Certificate Management. Certificates provide a way for the printer, such as part of credentials.
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CHECK THE FORMS THICKNESS LEVER The forms thickness lever may have a printer part that requires adjustment or replacement. a Make sure the paper and the ribbon cartridge are using. When the print becomes too light, turn the printer on, and then release LineFeed when printing begins. Dots are missing or print quality... do not correct the problem, contact Customer Support. If so, move it to the correct number for the form thickness you turn the knob from 1 to 2 to increase print darkness. b Turn the printer off. Try one or more of print. 3 Replace the ribbon cartridge. 4 Run...
CHECK THE FORMS THICKNESS LEVER The forms thickness lever may have a printer part that requires adjustment or replacement. a Make sure the paper and the ribbon cartridge are using. When the print becomes too light, turn the printer on, and then release LineFeed when printing begins. Dots are missing or print quality... do not correct the problem, contact Customer Support. If so, move it to the correct number for the form thickness you turn the knob from 1 to 2 to increase print darkness. b Turn the printer off. Try one or more of print. 3 Replace the ribbon cartridge. 4 Run...
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... and (2) this device must accept any accompanying documentation provided under this agreement are trademarks of CAUTION indicates a hot surface. Personal Printer Series is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the...has been tested and found to Part 15 of CAUTION indicates a tipping hazard. CAUTION-TIPPING HAZARD: This type of the FCC Rules. Trademarks Lexmark and Lexmark with the limits for additional suggestions. CAUTION-HOT SURFACE: This type of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in ...
... and (2) this device must accept any accompanying documentation provided under this agreement are trademarks of CAUTION indicates a hot surface. Personal Printer Series is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the...has been tested and found to Part 15 of CAUTION indicates a tipping hazard. CAUTION-TIPPING HAZARD: This type of the FCC Rules. Trademarks Lexmark and Lexmark with the limits for additional suggestions. CAUTION-HOT SURFACE: This type of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in ...
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... causer des interférences NMB-003. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to : Director of Lexmark Technology & Services Lexmark International, Inc. 740 West New Circle Road Lexington, KY 40550 (859) 232-3000 Industry Canada compliance statement This Class...ISO 7779 and reported in a violation of Manufacturing and Technical Support, Lexmark International, Inc., S.A., Boigny, France. See www.lexmark.com for use a properly shielded and grounded cable such as Lexmark part number 1021294 for radio or television interference caused by using other than ...
... causer des interférences NMB-003. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to : Director of Lexmark Technology & Services Lexmark International, Inc. 740 West New Circle Road Lexington, KY 40550 (859) 232-3000 Industry Canada compliance statement This Class...ISO 7779 and reported in a violation of Manufacturing and Technical Support, Lexmark International, Inc., S.A., Boigny, France. See www.lexmark.com for use a properly shielded and grounded cable such as Lexmark part number 1021294 for radio or television interference caused by using other than ...
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... power consumption claims are subject to completely stop product power consumption, disconnect the power supply cord from new parts, or new and serviceable used for a specified period of Limited Warranty Lexmark 2580 Lexmark 2580n Lexmark 2581 Lexmark 2581n Lexmark 2590 Lexmark 2590n Lexmark 2591 Lexmark 2591n Lexmark International, Inc., Lexington, KY This limited warranty applies to calculate energy usage. See www...
... power consumption claims are subject to completely stop product power consumption, disconnect the power supply cord from new parts, or new and serviceable used for a specified period of Limited Warranty Lexmark 2580 Lexmark 2580n Lexmark 2581 Lexmark 2581n Lexmark 2590 Lexmark 2590n Lexmark 2591 Lexmark 2591n Lexmark International, Inc., Lexington, KY This limited warranty applies to calculate energy usage. See www...
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...maintenance items included with the printer shall end earlier if it, or its duty cycle -Use of printing media outside of Lexmark specifications -Refurbishment, repair, refilling or remanufacture by a third party of products, supplies or parts -Products, supplies, parts, materials (such as shown... on the World Wide Web at www.lexmark.com/support. If you present this statement to a Lexmark designated location. You should transfer proof of original purchase and ...
...maintenance items included with the printer shall end earlier if it, or its duty cycle -Use of printing media outside of Lexmark specifications -Refurbishment, repair, refilling or remanufacture by a third party of products, supplies or parts -Products, supplies, parts, materials (such as shown... on the World Wide Web at www.lexmark.com/support. If you present this statement to a Lexmark designated location. You should transfer proof of original purchase and ...
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... by the printer 42 pitch locking 21 selecting 21 pitch lock disabling 21 print quality troubleshooting characters are wrong or missing 73 dots are missing ...printer sounds like it is printing, but does not print 66 printer speed slows 67 printing continues beyond edges of continuous forms 68 printer cleaning 56 features and functions 9 overview 7 parts 7 test 61 printer status checking 62 printer...Lexmark products 57 WEEE statement 78 ribbon cartridge removing 56 S safety information 6 security supporting IPSec 59 supporting SNMPv3 59 using 802.1x authentication 60 setting Top‑Of‑Form...
... by the printer 42 pitch locking 21 selecting 21 pitch lock disabling 21 print quality troubleshooting characters are wrong or missing 73 dots are missing ...printer sounds like it is printing, but does not print 66 printer speed slows 67 printing continues beyond edges of continuous forms 68 printer cleaning 56 features and functions 9 overview 7 parts 7 test 61 printer status checking 62 printer...Lexmark products 57 WEEE statement 78 ribbon cartridge removing 56 S safety information 6 security supporting IPSec 59 supporting SNMPv3 59 using 802.1x authentication 60 setting Top‑Of‑Form...