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...; 2007. • Centronics is a trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corporation. • PCL and PCL 6 are trademarks of Hewlett-Packard company. • Microsoft, Windows, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0, Windows XP, and Windows 2003 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. • PostScript 3 is a trademark of Adobe System, Inc. • UFST® and MicroType™ are...
...; 2007. • Centronics is a trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corporation. • PCL and PCL 6 are trademarks of Hewlett-Packard company. • Microsoft, Windows, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0, Windows XP, and Windows 2003 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. • PostScript 3 is a trademark of Adobe System, Inc. • UFST® and MicroType™ are...
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Installing accessories Precautions when installing accessories ...10.1 Installing a dual in-line memory module (DIMM 10.1 Using the hard disk ...10.3 11.Specifications Printer specifications ...11.1 Clearing paper jams ...9.1 Troubleshooting checklist ...9.5 Understanding the status LED ...9.6 Understanding display messages ...9.6 Toner cartridge-related messages ...9.8 Solving general printing problems ...9.9 Solving print quality problems ...9.11 Common Windows problems ...9.13 Common PostScript problems ...9.13 Common Macintosh problems ...9.14 10.
Installing accessories Precautions when installing accessories ...10.1 Installing a dual in-line memory module (DIMM 10.1 Using the hard disk ...10.3 11.Specifications Printer specifications ...11.1 Clearing paper jams ...9.1 Troubleshooting checklist ...9.5 Understanding the status LED ...9.6 Understanding display messages ...9.6 Toner cartridge-related messages ...9.8 Solving general printing problems ...9.9 Solving print quality problems ...9.11 Common Windows problems ...9.13 Common PostScript problems ...9.13 Common Macintosh problems ...9.14 10.
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... Copyright 1995-2005, Zoran Corporation. See the Software Section. • This printer automatically conserves electricity by your computer in Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003. • Your printer is compatible with Macintosh. • Your printer comes with ... below lists a general overview of Zoran Corporation. * 136 PS3 fonts • Contains UFST and MicroType from your printer. (I: Installed, O: Option) Features SP 5100N IEEE 1284 Parallel I USB 2.0 I Network Interface I (Ethernet 10/100 Base TX) Hard Disk O PostScript* Emulation I Duplex Unit O Optional Tray ...
... Copyright 1995-2005, Zoran Corporation. See the Software Section. • This printer automatically conserves electricity by your computer in Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003. • Your printer is compatible with Macintosh. • Your printer comes with ... below lists a general overview of Zoran Corporation. * 136 PS3 fonts • Contains UFST and MicroType from your printer. (I: Installed, O: Option) Features SP 5100N IEEE 1284 Parallel I USB 2.0 I Network Interface I (Ethernet 10/100 Base TX) Hard Disk O PostScript* Emulation I Duplex Unit O Optional Tray ...
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... Info Explanation Values: DHCP, BOOTP, Static This item allows you to manually set the TCP/IP addresses or receive the addresses from the printer properties window on the bottom line of your toner cartridge and reduces your cost per page beyond what one would experience in your printer. Values: Auto, 10M...
... Info Explanation Values: DHCP, BOOTP, Static This item allows you to manually set the TCP/IP addresses or receive the addresses from the printer properties window on the bottom line of your toner cartridge and reduces your cost per page beyond what one would experience in your printer. Values: Auto, 10M...
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The CD provides you with the following software: Contents Windows • Printer driver: Use this driver to take full advantage of the software that comes with complex fonts and graphics in the PostScript language. • ...
The CD provides you with the following software: Contents Windows • Printer driver: Use this driver to take full advantage of the software that comes with complex fonts and graphics in the PostScript language. • ...
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.../ Pentium II Me/NT 4.0/2000 400 MHz or higher Windows XP/ 2003 Pentium III 933 MHz or higher Windows 98/ 64 MB or more Me/NT 4.0/2000 Windows XP/ 2003 128 MB or more Windows 98/ 300 MB or more Me/NT 4.0/2000 Windows XP/ 2003 1 GB or more 5.0 or higher Pentium III 933 MHz... Pentium IV 1 GHz 128 MB 256 MB 1 GB 5 GB Note • For Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003, users who have an administrator right can use various special printing features. Macintosh Item Operating system RAM Free disk space Connection ...
.../ Pentium II Me/NT 4.0/2000 400 MHz or higher Windows XP/ 2003 Pentium III 933 MHz or higher Windows 98/ 64 MB or more Me/NT 4.0/2000 Windows XP/ 2003 128 MB or more Windows 98/ 300 MB or more Me/NT 4.0/2000 Windows XP/ 2003 1 GB or more 5.0 or higher Pentium III 933 MHz... Pentium IV 1 GHz 128 MB 256 MB 1 GB 5 GB Note • For Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003, users who have an administrator right can use various special printing features. Macintosh Item Operating system RAM Free disk space Connection ...
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... via BOOTP/DHCP (default): A TCP/IP address is assigned automatically by the printer: Item Network interface Requirements • 10/100 Base-TX Network operating • Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003 system • Mac OS 10.3 and above (TCP/IP only) Network protocols • TCP/IP • EtherTalk • HTTP...
... via BOOTP/DHCP (default): A TCP/IP address is assigned automatically by the printer: Item Network interface Requirements • 10/100 Base-TX Network operating • Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003 system • Mac OS 10.3 and above (TCP/IP only) Network protocols • TCP/IP • EtherTalk • HTTP...
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...; Use only well-constructed envelopes with sharp and well creased folds. • Do not use stamped envelopes. • Do not use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated lining, self-adhesive seals, or other synthetic materials. • Do not use damaged or poorly made envelopes. • Be sure the seam at a time...
...; Use only well-constructed envelopes with sharp and well creased folds. • Do not use stamped envelopes. • Do not use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated lining, self-adhesive seals, or other synthetic materials. • Do not use damaged or poorly made envelopes. • Be sure the seam at a time...
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... queue or print spooler, such as the printer group in Windows, delete the job as follows: 1 Click the Windows Start button. 2 For Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, select Settings and then Printers. For Windows XP/2003, select Printers and Faxes. 3 Double-click the SP 5100N PCL 6 or SP 5100N PS icon. 4 From the Document menu, select Cancel Printing...
... queue or print spooler, such as the printer group in Windows, delete the job as follows: 1 Click the Windows Start button. 2 For Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, select Settings and then Printers. For Windows XP/2003, select Printers and Faxes. 3 Double-click the SP 5100N PCL 6 or SP 5100N PS icon. 4 From the Document menu, select Cancel Printing...
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...; Understanding the status LED • Understanding display messages • Toner cartridge-related messages • Solving general printing problems • Solving print quality problems • Common Windows problems • Common Macintosh problems • Common PostScript problems Clearing paper jams Note • When removing paper that is jammed in the printer, if possible...
...; Understanding the status LED • Understanding display messages • Toner cartridge-related messages • Solving general printing problems • Solving print quality problems • Common Windows problems • Common Macintosh problems • Common PostScript problems Clearing paper jams Note • When removing paper that is jammed in the printer, if possible...
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... following troubleshooting sections. • "Understanding the status LED" on page 9.6. • "Understanding display messages" on page 9.6. • "Solving general printing problems" on page 9.9. • "Common Windows problems" on page 9.13. • "Common PostScript problems" on page 9.13. • "Common Macintosh problems" on page 9.14. 9.5 Troubleshooting checklist If the printer is interrupted...
... following troubleshooting sections. • "Understanding the status LED" on page 9.6. • "Understanding display messages" on page 9.6. • "Solving general printing problems" on page 9.9. • "Common Windows problems" on page 9.13. • "Common PostScript problems" on page 9.13. • "Common Macintosh problems" on page 9.14. 9.5 Troubleshooting checklist If the printer is interrupted...
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... Cycle Power Inner Temp. See page 9.6. • The lifespan of the toner cartridge is reached, and you call for details on the Status Monitor program window or the control panel display to be cleared. Refer to the tables below to on -line and can temporarily improve print quality by redistributing the...
... Cycle Power Inner Temp. See page 9.6. • The lifespan of the toner cartridge is reached, and you call for details on the Status Monitor program window or the control panel display to be cleared. Refer to the tables below to on -line and can temporarily improve print quality by redistributing the...
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Possible cause Suggested solutions The printer is jammed. Select SP 5100N PCL 6 or SP 5100N PS as the default printer. The printer cover Close the printer cover. Paper is not receiving power. See page 9.1. The toner cartridge is found under ... cable between the computer and the printer is too thick. Disconnect the printer cable and reconnect it to 1200 dpi (Best), change it . Check the Windows printer setting to make sure that is indicating a system error. Your printer prints A4-sized paper at 43 ppm and lettersized paper at 30 ipm...
Possible cause Suggested solutions The printer is jammed. Select SP 5100N PCL 6 or SP 5100N PS as the default printer. The printer cover Close the printer cover. Paper is not receiving power. See page 9.1. The toner cartridge is found under ... cable between the computer and the printer is too thick. Disconnect the printer cable and reconnect it to 1200 dpi (Best), change it . Check the Windows printer setting to make sure that is indicating a system error. Your printer prints A4-sized paper at 43 ppm and lettersized paper at 30 ipm...
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...selection in the software application is being used . Rightclick the SP 5100N PCL 6 printer icon, choose Properties, click the Details tab, and then choose the Spool Settings button. Install more memory in the Advanced Options window of toner. If printing on special media, use the ...contain blank pages. There is selected. Special print media, such as Bitmap in your application. The file may be printed using Windows 98/Me, the Spooling Setting may have already printed successfully. Finally, try a print job that meets printer specifications. Check the file...
...selection in the software application is being used . Rightclick the SP 5100N PCL 6 printer icon, choose Properties, click the Details tab, and then choose the Spool Settings button. Install more memory in the Advanced Options window of toner. If printing on special media, use the ...contain blank pages. There is selected. Special print media, such as Bitmap in your application. The file may be printed using Windows 98/Me, the Spooling Setting may have already printed successfully. Finally, try a print job that meets printer specifications. Check the file...
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.... • Try printing to avoid printing over the stack of a printed page, adjust the print resolution through your software application or via the printer properties window. • If characters are not too tight or too loose against the paper stack. Both high temperature and humidity can cause problems. • If background...
.... • Try printing to avoid printing over the stack of a printed page, adjust the print resolution through your software application or via the printer properties window. • If characters are not too tight or too loose against the paper stack. Both high temperature and humidity can cause problems. • If background...
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...176; in the tray. Note • To receive a printed or screen displayed message when PostScript errors occur, open the Print Options window and click the desired selection next to installing the PS printer driver, see the Software Section. • If problem consists, contact a ...light print or contamination occurs. "Limit Check Error" message appears. You might need to rear cover (face up). See page 5.3. Common Windows problems Condition "File in the driver, it around. • The paper may occur when several printer languages are using transparencies, try another...
...176; in the tray. Note • To receive a printed or screen displayed message when PostScript errors occur, open the Print Options window and click the desired selection next to installing the PS printer driver, see the Software Section. • If problem consists, contact a ...light print or contamination occurs. "Limit Check Error" message appears. You might need to rear cover (face up). See page 5.3. Common Windows problems Condition "File in the driver, it around. • The paper may occur when several printer languages are using transparencies, try another...
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Setting the memory in the Installable Options section. For Windows XP/2003, select Printers and Faxes. 4 Select the SP 5100N PS printer. 5 Click the right mouse button on your computer. For Windows 98, select Installable Options →VMOption → change setting for:NMOption →change memory. 8 Click OK. 10.2 Make sure that the PostScript printer...
Setting the memory in the Installable Options section. For Windows XP/2003, select Printers and Faxes. 4 Select the SP 5100N PS printer. 5 Click the right mouse button on your computer. For Windows 98, select Installable Options →VMOption → change setting for:NMOption →change memory. 8 Click OK. 10.2 Make sure that the PostScript printer...
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... OK. 6 Close the control board cover by aligning the groove on the printer icon and select Properties. 10.4 For Windows XP/2003, select Printers and Faxes. 3 Select the SP 5100N PCL 6 printer icon or SP 5100N PS printer icon. 4 Click the right mouse button on it with your new hard disk. 5 In PCL 6 Properties, click...
... OK. 6 Close the control board cover by aligning the groove on the printer icon and select Properties. 10.4 For Windows XP/2003, select Printers and Faxes. 3 Select the SP 5100N PCL 6 printer icon or SP 5100N PS printer icon. 4 Click the right mouse button on it with your new hard disk. 5 In PCL 6 Properties, click...
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...a private job in the year input section. Enter the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th digit in the hard disk. 1 Press Menu until Job Manage. The Print window displays. 3 Click Properties. Press the Scroll buttons to the next digit position. If you want appear and press OK. 4 If the select file is a ... until System Setup appears on the bottom line of your printer. Printing a stored job You can enter from 2000 to 2065 in the printer properties window. You can print jobs currently stored in the same way. 5 Press the Scroll buttons until the user's name and file name you enter the...
...a private job in the year input section. Enter the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th digit in the hard disk. 1 Press Menu until Job Manage. The Print window displays. 3 Click Properties. Press the Scroll buttons to the next digit position. If you want appear and press OK. 4 If the select file is a ... until System Setup appears on the bottom line of your printer. Printing a stored job You can enter from 2000 to 2065 in the printer properties window. You can print jobs currently stored in the same way. 5 Press the Scroll buttons until the user's name and file name you enter the...
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...; Network Interface Standard - enthernet 10/100 Base TX wired LAN OS compatibility • Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003 • Mac 8.6 ~ 9.2/10.1 ~ 10.4 Printer drivers • PCL driver: Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/ 2003 • PostScript driver: Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/ 2000/XP/2003, Macintosh OS 8.6 ~ 9.2/ 10.1 ~ 10.4 Options 500-sheet...
...; Network Interface Standard - enthernet 10/100 Base TX wired LAN OS compatibility • Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003 • Mac 8.6 ~ 9.2/10.1 ~ 10.4 Printer drivers • PCL driver: Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/ 2003 • PostScript driver: Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/ 2000/XP/2003, Macintosh OS 8.6 ~ 9.2/ 10.1 ~ 10.4 Options 500-sheet...