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Contents Edition notice 2 Preparing to connect wirelessly 5 Follow these steps to set up your printer...5 Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network 5 Adding the printer to a network that uses MAC address filtering 6 Connecting to a wireless network using Windows 7 Installing the printer on a wireless network (Windows 7 Connecting to a wireless network using Macintosh 10 Installing the printer on a wireless network (Macintosh 10 Troubleshooting wireless setup 14 Networking glossary 25 Index 27 Contents 3
Contents Edition notice 2 Preparing to connect wirelessly 5 Follow these steps to set up your printer...5 Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network 5 Adding the printer to a network that uses MAC address filtering 6 Connecting to a wireless network using Windows 7 Installing the printer on a wireless network (Windows 7 Connecting to a wireless network using Macintosh 10 Installing the printer on a wireless network (Macintosh 10 Troubleshooting wireless setup 14 Networking glossary 25 Index 27 Contents 3
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...address. Printing a network setup page A network setup page lists the configuration settings of the printer. Print a network setup page to troubleshoot the wireless printer, verify that: • The printer is turned on the computer from obstacles that may interfere with the wireless signal..., including baby monitors, motors, cordless phones, security system cameras, other computers on networks using . Wireless troubleshooting checklist Before beginning to verify the SSID the printer is correct. If you are not sure if the SSID is correct, then...
...address. Printing a network setup page A network setup page lists the configuration settings of the printer. Print a network setup page to troubleshoot the wireless printer, verify that: • The printer is turned on the computer from obstacles that may interfere with the wireless signal..., including baby monitors, motors, cordless phones, security system cameras, other computers on networks using . Wireless troubleshooting checklist Before beginning to verify the SSID the printer is correct. If you are not sure if the SSID is correct, then...
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... over wireless network If you encountered problems while installing, or if your computer. Before you reinstall the software, check the "Wireless troubleshooting checklist" on page 14, and then do the following: MAKE SURE YOUR COMPUTER IS CONNECTED TO YOUR WIRELESS ACCESS POINT (WIRELESS ROUTER...connected to most Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Make sure your Web browser. To connect to your local network when connected to . Troubleshooting wireless setup 15 MAKE SURE THAT YOUR COMPUTER AND PRINTER ARE CONNECTED TO THE SAME WIRELESS NETWORK If the printer is generally 100-150...
... over wireless network If you encountered problems while installing, or if your computer. Before you reinstall the software, check the "Wireless troubleshooting checklist" on page 14, and then do the following: MAKE SURE YOUR COMPUTER IS CONNECTED TO YOUR WIRELESS ACCESS POINT (WIRELESS ROUTER...connected to most Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Make sure your Web browser. To connect to your local network when connected to . Troubleshooting wireless setup 15 MAKE SURE THAT YOUR COMPUTER AND PRINTER ARE CONNECTED TO THE SAME WIRELESS NETWORK If the printer is generally 100-150...
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... a wireless access point 1 Type the IP address of the wireless access point in the address field of the network the computer is connected to Step 2. Troubleshooting wireless setup 16 In the Wireless section, look for SSID. 3 Compare the SSID of the computer and SSID of the router when prompted. The SSID...
... a wireless access point 1 Type the IP address of the wireless access point in the address field of the network the computer is connected to Step 2. Troubleshooting wireless setup 16 In the Wireless section, look for SSID. 3 Compare the SSID of the computer and SSID of the router when prompted. The SSID...
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... will not be : • Exactly 10 or 26 hexadecimal characters. Note: If you will be : • From 8 to access the printer over your wireless network. Troubleshooting wireless setup 17 Notes: • Make sure you are A-F, a-f, and 0-9. ASCII characters are using MAC address filtering to limit access to your wireless network, then...
... will not be : • Exactly 10 or 26 hexadecimal characters. Note: If you will be : • From 8 to access the printer over your wireless network. Troubleshooting wireless setup 17 Notes: • Make sure you are A-F, a-f, and 0-9. ASCII characters are using MAC address filtering to limit access to your wireless network, then...
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... key not valid ERROR MADE WHEN ENTERING KEY • Carefully retype the key. • Verify that the USB cable is any USB port on a keyboard. Troubleshooting wireless setup 18 WEP key A valid WEP key must be horizontal or vertical. 2 Attach the small, square connector to the computer and the printer. If...
... key not valid ERROR MADE WHEN ENTERING KEY • Carefully retype the key. • Verify that the USB cable is any USB port on a keyboard. Troubleshooting wireless setup 18 WEP key A valid WEP key must be horizontal or vertical. 2 Attach the small, square connector to the computer and the printer. If...
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... installation. Hexadecimal characters are case-sensitive. THE PRINTER WILL BE MOVED TO A REMOTE NETWORK • It is moved within proximity of networks during printer setup. Troubleshooting wireless setup 19 Be sure to access the wireless network from the Wireless Networks list if the setup and security information for that network. 1 Select...
... installation. Hexadecimal characters are case-sensitive. THE PRINTER WILL BE MOVED TO A REMOTE NETWORK • It is moved within proximity of networks during printer setup. Troubleshooting wireless setup 19 Be sure to access the wireless network from the Wireless Networks list if the setup and security information for that network. 1 Select...
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... devices can cause a wireless network to be distorted or blocked by rearranging the network and items in front of the computer or the wireless network. Troubleshooting wireless setup 20 THE WIRELESS NETWORK IS NOT FUNCTIONING Confirm that the access point broadcasts on can help resolve this issue. • Configure the printer...
... devices can cause a wireless network to be distorted or blocked by rearranging the network and items in front of the computer or the wireless network. Troubleshooting wireless setup 20 THE WIRELESS NETWORK IS NOT FUNCTIONING Confirm that the access point broadcasts on can help resolve this issue. • Configure the printer...
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... that the printer is plugged into a functioning power strip or electrical outlet. Insert the Software and Documentation CD, and run the Wireless Setup Utility again. Troubleshooting wireless setup 21 Try one or more of the following : The printer is not powered on • Turn the printer on again. There is a problem...
... that the printer is plugged into a functioning power strip or electrical outlet. Insert the Software and Documentation CD, and run the Wireless Setup Utility again. Troubleshooting wireless setup 21 Try one or more of the following : The printer is not powered on • Turn the printer on again. There is a problem...
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... disabling it. If there is a firewall (other devices on the computer. • Add any programs associated with wireless printing. Troubleshooting wireless setup 22 Re-enable the firewall, and then continue to troubleshoot. • Update any non-Microsoft firewall software on the wireless network to confirm that the correct printer is selected. For...
... disabling it. If there is a firewall (other devices on the computer. • Add any programs associated with wireless printing. Troubleshooting wireless setup 22 Re-enable the firewall, and then continue to troubleshoot. • Update any non-Microsoft firewall software on the wireless network to confirm that the correct printer is selected. For...
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Find the network SSID 1 Type the IP address of your wireless access point into the address field of the wireless network. b Type ipconfig. Troubleshooting wireless setup 23 Note: If the Wireless Setup Utility is typically the access point. • The IP address appears as four sets of numbers separated ...
Find the network SSID 1 Type the IP address of your wireless access point into the address field of the wireless network. b Type ipconfig. Troubleshooting wireless setup 23 Note: If the Wireless Setup Utility is typically the access point. • The IP address appears as four sets of numbers separated ...
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Troubleshooting wireless setup 24 Note: You may be prompted to connect the printer to the computer again using the USB cable as part of the wireless access point and the WEP key or WPA passphrase when prompted. 4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen, including typing in the SSID of the setup process. 5 Store the SSID and the WEP key or WPA passphrase in a safe place for future reference.
Troubleshooting wireless setup 24 Note: You may be prompted to connect the printer to the computer again using the USB cable as part of the wireless access point and the WEP key or WPA passphrase when prompted. 4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen, including typing in the SSID of the setup process. 5 Store the SSID and the WEP key or WPA passphrase in a safe place for future reference.
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... 21 printer does not print 21 wireless 22 printing network setup page 14 S steps setting up printer 5 T troubleshooting wireless network 14 troubleshooting, wireless cannot print over wireless network 15 network printer does not show up in printer selection list during installation (Windows...network configuration information 5 does not appear in network list 19 installation, using Macintosh 10 installation, using Windows 7 troubleshooting 14 wireless troubleshooting cannot print over wireless network 15 network printer does not show up in printer selection list during installation (Windows...
... 21 printer does not print 21 wireless 22 printing network setup page 14 S steps setting up printer 5 T troubleshooting wireless network 14 troubleshooting, wireless cannot print over wireless network 15 network printer does not show up in printer selection list during installation (Windows...network configuration information 5 does not appear in network list 19 installation, using Macintosh 10 installation, using Windows 7 troubleshooting 14 wireless troubleshooting cannot print over wireless network 15 network printer does not show up in printer selection list during installation (Windows...
User's Guide
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... paper jam ...246 235 paper jam ...247 240-249 paper jams ...247 250 paper jam ...248 251 paper jam ...249 290-294 paper jams ...250 Troubleshooting 254 Solving basic printer problems...254 Printer control panel display is blank or displays only diamonds 254 Indicator light blinks red...254 Check the display...
... paper jam ...246 235 paper jam ...247 240-249 paper jams ...247 250 paper jam ...248 251 paper jam ...249 290-294 paper jams ...250 Troubleshooting 254 Solving basic printer problems...254 Printer control panel display is blank or displays only diamonds 254 Indicator light blinks red...254 Check the display...
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... will meet your printer, read the User's Guide carefully, and make sure it better. For updates, check our Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications/. Initial setup instructions: • Connecting the printer • Installing the printer software Additional setup and instructions for using the printer... us know. After all, you check the latest updates on your printer model • Caring for and maintaining the printer • Troubleshooting and solving problems Help using your new printer right away, use the setup materials that came with our printers, and we could do...
... will meet your printer, read the User's Guide carefully, and make sure it better. For updates, check our Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications/. Initial setup instructions: • Connecting the printer • Installing the printer software Additional setup and instructions for using the printer... us know. After all, you check the latest updates on your printer model • Caring for and maintaining the printer • Troubleshooting and solving problems Help using your new printer right away, use the setup materials that came with our printers, and we could do...
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..., and then turn the printer off by any switch or breaker. • The printer is not plugged into any error messages. Troubleshooting Solving basic printer problems If there are correct. Troubleshooting 254 Turn the printer off , wait for the message to fax" on . If Ready does not appear, then turn the printer...
..., and then turn the printer off by any switch or breaker. • The printer is not plugged into any error messages. Troubleshooting Solving basic printer problems If there are correct. Troubleshooting 254 Turn the printer off , wait for the message to fax" on . If Ready does not appear, then turn the printer...
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... off . 2 Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 3 Remove the tray. 4 Contact Customer Support. • Touch Continue to a properly grounded outlet. 6 Restart the printer. Troubleshooting 255 If the error occurs a second time: 1 Turn the printer off . 2 Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 3 Remove the tray. 4 Reattach the tray...
... off . 2 Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 3 Remove the tray. 4 Contact Customer Support. • Touch Continue to a properly grounded outlet. 6 Restart the printer. Troubleshooting 255 If the error occurs a second time: 1 Turn the printer off . 2 Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 3 Remove the tray. 4 Reattach the tray...
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... Continue to clear the message. • Complete the Fax Server setup. Fax Station Name not set up The Fax Station Number has not been entered. Troubleshooting 256 Disk corrupted The printer attempted a hard disk recovery on the disk. The hard disk must be corrupted. Disk Full - Touch Continue to reformat the...
... Continue to clear the message. • Complete the Fax Server setup. Fax Station Name not set up The Fax Station Number has not been entered. Troubleshooting 256 Disk corrupted The printer attempted a hard disk recovery on the disk. The hard disk must be corrupted. Disk Full - Touch Continue to reformat the...
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... one or more of the following : • Load the specified paper in the multipurpose feeder. • Touch Continue to clear the message and continue printing. Troubleshooting 257 Insert Tray Insert the specified tray into the printer. If the printer cannot find a tray with the correct paper type and size, it prints...
... one or more of the following : • Load the specified paper in the multipurpose feeder. • Touch Continue to clear the message and continue printing. Troubleshooting 257 Insert Tray Insert the specified tray into the printer. If the printer cannot find a tray with the correct paper type and size, it prints...
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... print server is installed inside the printer or that the printer is connected to clear. No dial tone The printer does not have a dial tone. Troubleshooting 258 Load Tray 1 with the correct paper type, or change the paper type settings in the Machine Settings menu or Print Properties to modem, fax...
... print server is installed inside the printer or that the printer is connected to clear. No dial tone The printer does not have a dial tone. Troubleshooting 258 Load Tray 1 with the correct paper type, or change the paper type settings in the Machine Settings menu or Print Properties to modem, fax...