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...or fax only 13 Understanding the parts of the printer...20 Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 23 Using the printer control panel ...23 Using the printer menus ...26 Saving settings...28 Using the printer software...30 Installing printer software ...30 Installing the optional XPS driver (... models only 45 Wireless network compatibility...45 Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network 45 Installing the printer on a wireless network...45 Installing the printer on other computers...46 Interpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light 47 Special ...
...or fax only 13 Understanding the parts of the printer...20 Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 23 Using the printer control panel ...23 Using the printer menus ...26 Saving settings...28 Using the printer software...30 Installing printer software ...30 Installing the optional XPS driver (... models only 45 Wireless network compatibility...45 Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network 45 Installing the printer on a wireless network...45 Installing the printer on other computers...46 Interpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light 47 Special ...
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...Windows only 49 Switching between USB and wireless connections (Macintosh only 50 Advanced wireless setup...51 Creating an ad hoc wireless network ...51 Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network 53 Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)...54 Frequently asked questions...54 Where do I find my WEP key...59 How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different 59 Finding the signal strength...60 How can I improve wireless signal strength? ...61 Can I use my printer on a USB and a network connection at the same time 62 What is a MAC address?...62 How do I find the MAC address? ...62 What...
...Windows only 49 Switching between USB and wireless connections (Macintosh only 50 Advanced wireless setup...51 Creating an ad hoc wireless network ...51 Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network 53 Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)...54 Frequently asked questions...54 Where do I find my WEP key...59 How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different 59 Finding the signal strength...60 How can I improve wireless signal strength? ...61 Can I use my printer on a USB and a network connection at the same time 62 What is a MAC address?...62 How do I find the MAC address? ...62 What...
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...Inserting a memory card ...85 Inserting a flash drive ...86 Printing photos...87 Printing photos using the printer control panel ...87 Printing photos from the computer using the printer software 88 Printing photos from a memory device using the printer software 88 Printing photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera 90 Printing photos stored on a memory ... copies...98 Copying photos...98 Enlarging or reducing images...98 Adjusting copy quality...99 Making a copy lighter or darker...99 Collating copies using the printer control panel 100 Repeating an image on one page...101 Contents 5
...Inserting a memory card ...85 Inserting a flash drive ...86 Printing photos...87 Printing photos using the printer control panel ...87 Printing photos from the computer using the printer software 88 Printing photos from a memory device using the printer software 88 Printing photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera 90 Printing photos stored on a memory ... copies...98 Copying photos...98 Enlarging or reducing images...98 Adjusting copy quality...99 Making a copy lighter or darker...99 Collating copies using the printer control panel 100 Repeating an image on one page...101 Contents 5
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... List...109 Blocking junk faxes...109 Blocking unwanted changes to fax settings...110 Maintaining the printer 111 Maintaining print cartridges...111 Installing print cartridges...111 Removing a used print cartridge ...112 Refilling print cartridges...113 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...113 Aligning print cartridges ...114 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...114 Checking ink...
... List...109 Blocking junk faxes...109 Blocking unwanted changes to fax settings...110 Maintaining the printer 111 Maintaining print cartridges...111 Installing print cartridges...111 Removing a used print cartridge ...112 Refilling print cartridges...113 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...113 Aligning print cartridges ...114 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...114 Checking ink...
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... on the display...121 Power button is not lit ...122 Software did not install...122 Page does not print...123 Solving printer power problems ...126 Removing and reinstalling the software ...126 Enabling the USB port in Windows ...127 Wireless troubleshooting...128 Wireless troubleshooting...still orange ...142 Wireless print server not installed ...143 "Communication not available" message displays when printing wirelessly 143 Communication with printer lost when connected to Virtual Private Network (VPN 144 Resetting the internal wireless print server to factory default settings 144 Fax ...
... on the display...121 Power button is not lit ...122 Software did not install...122 Page does not print...123 Solving printer power problems ...126 Removing and reinstalling the software ...126 Enabling the USB port in Windows ...127 Wireless troubleshooting...128 Wireless troubleshooting...still orange ...142 Wireless print server not installed ...143 "Communication not available" message displays when printing wirelessly 143 Communication with printer lost when connected to Virtual Private Network (VPN 144 Resetting the internal wireless print server to factory default settings 144 Fax ...
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...click Help to view the main page of the Help. Click to view context-sensitive information. The Help installs automatically with the printer software. The Help installs automatically with these publications. Click the main screen to make sure that the application that you have this .... Introduction 10 Windows Help Additional instructions for Macintosh and may not come with the applications. 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder. 2 Double-click the application. 3 From the application, click Help on the menu bar to use is not active. Printed Networking...
...click Help to view the main page of the Help. Click to view context-sensitive information. The Help installs automatically with the printer software. The Help installs automatically with these publications. Click the main screen to make sure that the application that you have this .... Introduction 10 Windows Help Additional instructions for Macintosh and may not come with the applications. 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder. 2 Double-click the application. 3 From the application, click Help on the menu bar to use is not active. Printed Networking...
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... available in some instances. For the most recent telephone numbers available, see the printed warranty that came with your printer model. 5 From the Support Tools section, click e- Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. Monday-Friday (8:00 AM-11:00 PM ET), Saturday (Noon-6:00 PM ET) • Canada: 1-800-539...
... available in some instances. For the most recent telephone numbers available, see the printed warranty that came with your printer model. 5 From the Support Tools section, click e- Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. Monday-Friday (8:00 AM-11:00 PM ET), Saturday (Noon-6:00 PM ET) • Canada: 1-800-539...
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...Click Statement of Limited Warranty for a www.lexmark.com. See the printed furnishes a limited warranty that Limited Warranty included with your this limited warranty, see the Statement of defects in printer, or set forth at printer. period of the printer), and have it ready when you contact .... materials and workmanship for Inkjet & All-In-One Printers. 4 Scroll through the Web page to find (rest of world) Limited Warranty Information To view the limitations and conditions of Warranty information varies by Lexmark International, Inc. Record the following information (located on...
...Click Statement of Limited Warranty for a www.lexmark.com. See the printed furnishes a limited warranty that Limited Warranty included with your this limited warranty, see the Statement of defects in printer, or set forth at printer. period of the printer), and have it ready when you contact .... materials and workmanship for Inkjet & All-In-One Printers. 4 Scroll through the Web page to find (rest of world) Limited Warranty Information To view the limitations and conditions of Warranty information varies by Lexmark International, Inc. Record the following information (located on...
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...Use the following instructions if you do not want to connect the printer to a computer, use the setup documentation and the printer software CD that came with a USB cable. Setting up the printer Granting access to the software during installation Third-party applications, including...and firewall programs may not come with this publication. 7 Quick Setup sheet 8 Print cartridges 9 Stick-on overlays for your printer to work properly, you must grant access to the printer software. Setting up the printer as the number of print cartridges, may vary by model. 9 8 1 2 3 76 5 1 4 2 3...
...Use the following instructions if you do not want to connect the printer to a computer, use the setup documentation and the printer software CD that came with a USB cable. Setting up the printer Granting access to the software during installation Third-party applications, including...and firewall programs may not come with this publication. 7 Quick Setup sheet 8 Print cartridges 9 Stick-on overlays for your printer to work properly, you must grant access to the printer software. Setting up the printer as the number of print cartridges, may vary by model. 9 8 1 2 3 76 5 1 4 2 3...
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Setting up the printer 14 2 Remove tape and packing material from all areas of the printer. 3 Raise the printer control panel. 4 If a stick-on overlay for your language needs to be installed, peel off the covering from the back of the overlays to expose the adhesive. 5 Place the stick-on overlays on the recessed areas of the printer control panel, and then press down on the stick-on overlays.
Setting up the printer 14 2 Remove tape and packing material from all areas of the printer. 3 Raise the printer control panel. 4 If a stick-on overlay for your language needs to be installed, peel off the covering from the back of the overlays to expose the adhesive. 5 Place the stick-on overlays on the recessed areas of the printer control panel, and then press down on the stick-on overlays.
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The paper guides should rest against the edges of the paper. 12 Setting up the paper adjustment lever to extend the paper guides. 8 Load paper, and then pull up the printer 15 6 Extend the paper exit tray. 2 1 7 Raise the paper support, and then press down on the paper adjustment lever to adjust the paper guides.
The paper guides should rest against the edges of the paper. 12 Setting up the paper adjustment lever to extend the paper guides. 8 Load paper, and then pull up the printer 15 6 Extend the paper exit tray. 2 1 7 Raise the paper support, and then press down on the paper adjustment lever to adjust the paper guides.
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9 Connect the power cord to the printer. 2 1 CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Read the safety information included with this product before connecting power or making any cabling connections. 10 If the printer does not automatically turn on, press . 11 If prompted, set the language. 1 2 1 Press the arrow buttons until the language that you want appears, and then press . 12 If prompted, set the country/region. 1 2 1 Press the arrow buttons until the country or region that you want appears, and then press . Setting up the printer 16
9 Connect the power cord to the printer. 2 1 CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Read the safety information included with this product before connecting power or making any cabling connections. 10 If the printer does not automatically turn on, press . 11 If prompted, set the language. 1 2 1 Press the arrow buttons until the language that you want appears, and then press . 12 If prompted, set the country/region. 1 2 1 Press the arrow buttons until the country or region that you want appears, and then press . Setting up the printer 16
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...a Enter a fax number, and then press to save . 14 Set the fax number and fax name. to save . 15 Open the printer, and then press down on the print cartridge carrier levers. c Press the arrow buttons to choose a time format, and then press to ...save. a Using the keypad of the printer control panel, enter the month, day, and year, and then press b Enter the time, and then press to save . 16 ... If a storage unit is included, remove the color cartridge from the storage unit. 2 1 Setting up the printer 17
...a Enter a fax number, and then press to save . 14 Set the fax number and fax name. to save . 15 Open the printer, and then press down on the print cartridge carrier levers. c Press the arrow buttons to choose a time format, and then press to ...save. a Using the keypad of the printer control panel, enter the month, day, and year, and then press b Enter the time, and then press to save . 16 ... If a storage unit is included, remove the color cartridge from the storage unit. 2 1 Setting up the printer 17
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Note: You may need to purchase a black print cartridge separately. 18 Remove the tape from the color print cartridge, insert the cartridge in the right carrier, and then close the color cartridge carrier lid. 19 If a black print cartridge is included in the box contents, open the black cartridge foil, and then remove the cartridge from the pack. Setting up the printer 18
Note: You may need to purchase a black print cartridge separately. 18 Remove the tape from the color print cartridge, insert the cartridge in the right carrier, and then close the color cartridge carrier lid. 19 If a black print cartridge is included in the box contents, open the black cartridge foil, and then remove the cartridge from the pack. Setting up the printer 18
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An alignment page prints. Setting up the printer 19 20 Remove the tape from the black print cartridge, insert the cartridge in the left cartridge carrier, and then close the black cartridge carrier lid. 21 Close the printer. 22 Press .
An alignment page prints. Setting up the printer 19 20 Remove the tape from the black print cartridge, insert the cartridge in the left cartridge carrier, and then close the black cartridge carrier lid. 21 Close the printer. 22 Press .
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... feeding. Prevent items from the one shown. • Streaks on the alignment page are normal and do not indicate a problem. Understanding the parts of the printer 2 4 3 5 6 1 7 8 9 10 W I F I PRINTING WI F I PRINTING 15 14 Use the 1 Paper adjustment lever 2 Paper support 3 Paper guides 4 Paper feed guard 5 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 11 13 12...
... feeding. Prevent items from the one shown. • Streaks on the alignment page are normal and do not indicate a problem. Understanding the parts of the printer 2 4 3 5 6 1 7 8 9 10 W I F I PRINTING WI F I PRINTING 15 14 Use the 1 Paper adjustment lever 2 Paper support 3 Paper guides 4 Paper feed guard 5 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 11 13 12...
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... as they exit from the ADF. 8 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding into the ADF. 9 Printer control panel Operate the printer. 10 Paper exit tray Hold paper as magazine clippings) into the ADF. Setting up , or is being accessed. 14 PictBridge port ...Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera or a flash drive to the printer. 15 Wi-Fi indicator Check wireless status: Note: Your printer model may not have this indicator. Note: Do not load postcards, photos, small items, or thin media (such ...
... as they exit from the ADF. 8 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding into the ADF. 9 Printer control panel Operate the printer. 10 Paper exit tray Hold paper as magazine clippings) into the ADF. Setting up , or is being accessed. 14 PictBridge port ...Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera or a flash drive to the printer. 15 Wi-Fi indicator Check wireless status: Note: Your printer model may not have this indicator. Note: Do not load postcards, photos, small items, or thin media (such ...
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...unit 4 Print cartridge carrier 5 EXT Port 6 LINE Port EXT LINE 7 Power supply with port 5 6 7 8 9 To Access the scanner glass. Connect the printer to send and receive faxes. Scan and copy photos and documents. • Access the print cartridges. • Remove paper jams. Install, replace, or remove a ..., or answering machine, to access the port. This connection method may not be connected to a telephone line to the printer. Note: Remove the plug to the printer. Note: Do not connect additional devices to the LINE port, and do not connect a DSL (digital subscriber line), ...
...unit 4 Print cartridge carrier 5 EXT Port 6 LINE Port EXT LINE 7 Power supply with port 5 6 7 8 9 To Access the scanner glass. Connect the printer to send and receive faxes. Scan and copy photos and documents. • Access the print cartridges. • Remove paper jams. Install, replace, or remove a ..., or answering machine, to access the port. This connection method may not be connected to a telephone line to the printer. Note: Remove the plug to the printer. Note: Do not connect additional devices to the LINE port, and do not connect a DSL (digital subscriber line), ...
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... a desktop computer using a USB cable. Using the printer control panel buttons and menus Using the printer control panel The printer control panel contains: • Power on/off button • Two-line display that shows the printer status, messages, and menus • 27 buttons ON COPY SCAN FAX PHOTO... The following diagrams explain the sections of the printer control panel: Setting up the printer 23 Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the USB port except when plugging in or removing a USB cable or installation cable...
... a desktop computer using a USB cable. Using the printer control panel buttons and menus Using the printer control panel The printer control panel contains: • Power on/off button • Two-line display that shows the printer status, messages, and menus • 27 buttons ON COPY SCAN FAX PHOTO... The following diagrams explain the sections of the printer control panel: Setting up the printer 23 Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the USB port except when plugging in or removing a USB cable or installation cable...
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...the number. • Display the last number dialed. 11 10 9 87 1 23 4 5 6 Press To 1 Setup Access the setup menu and change printer settings. Enter a pause only when you want to restore the display. • The display is turned off when this button is selected. 2 Address Book ...Access fax numbers from a saved list of inactivity. Setting up the printer 24 Press any button to make. In Fax mode: • Enter fax numbers. • Navigate an automated answering system. • Select letters when...
...the number. • Display the last number dialed. 11 10 9 87 1 23 4 5 6 Press To 1 Setup Access the setup menu and change printer settings. Enter a pause only when you want to restore the display. • The display is turned off when this button is selected. 2 Address Book ...Access fax numbers from a saved list of inactivity. Setting up the printer 24 Press any button to make. In Fax mode: • Enter fax numbers. • Navigate an automated answering system. • Select letters when...
