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...below : CAUTION: To avoid permanent damage to your printer, do not attempt to software and drivers. • User's Guide Additional information about printer components, paper jam clearance, and consumable replacement. ...2 Transfer Belt 3 Fuser Release lever 4 Rear Cover 5 Front Cover 6 Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) 4 6 5 Printing the Printer Settings Page 1 Ensure that the green LED on the (Ready/Data) indicator is printed. Access to clear paper jams using ... User's Guide Common error messages Æ See "Understanding Printer Messages" in the User's Guide support.dell.com
...below : CAUTION: To avoid permanent damage to your printer, do not attempt to software and drivers. • User's Guide Additional information about printer components, paper jam clearance, and consumable replacement. ...2 Transfer Belt 3 Fuser Release lever 4 Rear Cover 5 Front Cover 6 Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) 4 6 5 Printing the Printer Settings Page 1 Ensure that the green LED on the (Ready/Data) indicator is printed. Access to clear paper jams using ... User's Guide Common error messages Æ See "Understanding Printer Messages" in the User's Guide support.dell.com
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... Computers Running Windows 41 Inserting the Drivers and Utility CD 41 Installing Printer Driver 41 For installing host-based printer driver 41 For installing XML Paper Specification (XPS) printer driver 41 8 Installing Printer Drivers on Computers Running Macintosh 45 Installing the Drivers and Software 45 Adding a Printer on Mac OS X 10.5 or Later Version(s) 45 Adding...
... Computers Running Windows 41 Inserting the Drivers and Utility CD 41 Installing Printer Driver 41 For installing host-based printer driver 41 For installing XML Paper Specification (XPS) printer driver 41 8 Installing Printer Drivers on Computers Running Macintosh 45 Installing the Drivers and Software 45 Adding a Printer on Mac OS X 10.5 or Later Version(s) 45 Adding...
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... Adjust Fuser 93 Color Registration Adjustment 94 Adjust Altitude 95 Reset Defaults 96 Non-Dell Toner 96 BTR Refresh Mode 97 Diagnosis 97 Chart Print 98 Machine Check 98 Environment Sensor Info 99 Developer Stir Mode 99 Refresh Mode 100 Resetting Defaults 100 14 Understanding Your Printer Software . . 103 Windows 103 Printer Status Window 103...
... Adjust Fuser 93 Color Registration Adjustment 94 Adjust Altitude 95 Reset Defaults 96 Non-Dell Toner 96 BTR Refresh Mode 97 Diagnosis 97 Chart Print 98 Machine Check 98 Environment Sensor Info 99 Developer Stir Mode 99 Refresh Mode 100 Resetting Defaults 100 14 Understanding Your Printer Software . . 103 Windows 103 Printer Status Window 103...
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... to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Microsoft Corporation in trademarks and trade names other countries. Dell Inc. Information in this document is strictly forbidden. is subject to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products... All rights reserved. AES: Copyright© 2003, Dr Brian Gladman, Worcester, UK. This product uses published AES software provided by the Independent JPEG Group. The printer software uses some of these materials in any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other than its own. Reproduction of...
... to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Microsoft Corporation in trademarks and trade names other countries. Dell Inc. Information in this document is strictly forbidden. is subject to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products... All rights reserved. AES: Copyright© 2003, Dr Brian Gladman, Worcester, UK. This product uses published AES software provided by the Independent JPEG Group. The printer software uses some of these materials in any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other than its own. Reproduction of...
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To locate the Service Tag of your printer. 1 Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide Click the links to x:\abc\Dell Printers\Additional Color Software\Reorder, where x:\abc is the location where the printer software is installed. For information on other documentation included with your desktop. For best service, have your desktop, follow the procedure below. To order replacement toner ...
To locate the Service Tag of your printer. 1 Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide Click the links to x:\abc\Dell Printers\Additional Color Software\Reorder, where x:\abc is the location where the printer software is installed. For information on other documentation included with your desktop. For best service, have your desktop, follow the procedure below. To order replacement toner ...
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The Dell 1250c Color Printer - The Service Tag is located inside the toner access cover of your printer in your web browser, launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, and click the Order Supplies at: to order toner for your printer. The Dell Supplies Management System window appears. 2 Select your printer. Enter the IP address of your printer from the Select Printer Model...
The Dell 1250c Color Printer - The Service Tag is located inside the toner access cover of your printer in your web browser, launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, and click the Order Supplies at: to order toner for your printer. The Dell Supplies Management System window appears. 2 Select your printer. Enter the IP address of your printer from the Select Printer Model...
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... downloaded to exit this tool. For installing XML Paper Specification (XPS) printer driver NOTE: Download and install the XPS printer driver at support.dell.com/support NOTE: XPS driver is supported on the following operating systems:... Windows 7, Windows 7 64-bit Edition, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 64-bit Edition, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2008 64-bit Edition. Installing Printer Driver For installing host-based printer driver 1 Click Software...
... downloaded to exit this tool. For installing XML Paper Specification (XPS) printer driver NOTE: Download and install the XPS printer driver at support.dell.com/support NOTE: XPS driver is supported on the following operating systems:... Windows 7, Windows 7 64-bit Edition, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 64-bit Edition, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2008 64-bit Edition. Installing Printer Driver For installing host-based printer driver 1 Click Software...
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... then click Continue. 7 Click Install to complete installation. 8 Installing Printer Drivers on Computers Running Macintosh Download and install the printer drivers and software for Macintosh operating system at support.dell.com/support Installing the Drivers and Software 1 After downloading the drivers and software, double-click the Dell 1250c Installer icon, and then click Continue. 2 Click Continue on the...
... then click Continue. 7 Click Install to complete installation. 8 Installing Printer Drivers on Computers Running Macintosh Download and install the printer drivers and software for Macintosh operating system at support.dell.com/support Installing the Drivers and Software 1 After downloading the drivers and software, double-click the Dell 1250c Installer icon, and then click Continue. 2 Click Continue on the...
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... copy paper (CCP), or no carbon required (NCR) paper • Preprinted paper with chemicals that may contaminate the printer • Preprinted paper that can be affected by the temperature in the fuser • Preprinted paper that require a registration...±0.09 inches, such as optical character recognition (OCR) forms In some cases, you can adjust registration with your software program to successfully print on these forms. • Coated paper (erasable bond), synthetic paper, thermal paper • Rough...• Moist paper that you should consider the weight, fiber content, and color.
... copy paper (CCP), or no carbon required (NCR) paper • Preprinted paper with chemicals that may contaminate the printer • Preprinted paper that can be affected by the temperature in the fuser • Preprinted paper that require a registration...±0.09 inches, such as optical character recognition (OCR) forms In some cases, you can adjust registration with your software program to successfully print on these forms. • Coated paper (erasable bond), synthetic paper, thermal paper • Rough...• Moist paper that you should consider the weight, fiber content, and color.
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...: 1 Open the file you choose Print from the initial Print box to see "Storing Print Media" on Storing Print Media Store your printer, and how to print. Avoiding Paper Jams NOTE: It is recommended that you try a limited sample of the available system settings you ... print media and loading it properly, you are not familiar with the printer before purchasing large quantities. When you want to cancel a job. You may need to click Preferences from a software program, a window representing the printer driver opens. Tips for more information, see all of information from Tool...
...: 1 Open the file you choose Print from the initial Print box to see "Storing Print Media" on Storing Print Media Store your printer, and how to print. Avoiding Paper Jams NOTE: It is recommended that you try a limited sample of the available system settings you ... print media and loading it properly, you are not familiar with the printer before purchasing large quantities. When you want to cancel a job. You may need to click Preferences from a software program, a window representing the printer driver opens. Tips for more information, see all of information from Tool...
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... processing speed. Printer Settings Report The Printer Settings Report tab contains the Printer Information, Menu Settings, and Reports pages. Color Laser is displayed normally. Displays the version of the Machine Control Unit (MCU) firmware. 13 Understanding the Tool Box Menus The Tool Box allows you to start Tool Box, see "Understanding Your Printer Software" on page...
... processing speed. Printer Settings Report The Printer Settings Report tab contains the Printer Information, Menu Settings, and Reports pages. Color Laser is displayed normally. Displays the version of the Machine Control Unit (MCU) firmware. 13 Understanding the Tool Box Menus The Tool Box allows you to start Tool Box, see "Understanding Your Printer Software" on page...
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... the Status Monitor Console to manage multiple instances of software programs, depending on the Printer Status window. Select a printer from the list view (or Printer Selection) by phone or from the web. 1 Click Start All Programs Dell Printers Additional Color Laser Software Dell Supplies Management System. Dell Supplies Management System You can order consumables by clicking...
... the Status Monitor Console to manage multiple instances of software programs, depending on the Printer Status window. Select a printer from the list view (or Printer Selection) by phone or from the web. 1 Click Start All Programs Dell Printers Additional Color Laser Software Dell Supplies Management System. Dell Supplies Management System You can order consumables by clicking...
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Dell 1250c Color Printer - If you install the Dell software. Software Update The firmware and/or driver updates can open the Quick Launch Utility window: 1 Click Start All Programs Dell Printers Additional Color Laser Software Quick Launch Utility. To use the Quick Launch Utility, select...3 If you are ordering from the web: a Select a web address from the Dell Support website located at the top-right of the window. 104 Understanding Your Printer Software Status Window, Tool Box, Updater, and Troubleshooting. Quick Launch Utility Using the Quick ...
Dell 1250c Color Printer - If you install the Dell software. Software Update The firmware and/or driver updates can open the Quick Launch Utility window: 1 Click Start All Programs Dell Printers Additional Color Laser Software Quick Launch Utility. To use the Quick Launch Utility, select...3 If you are ordering from the web: a Select a web address from the Dell Support website located at the top-right of the window. 104 Understanding Your Printer Software Status Window, Tool Box, Updater, and Troubleshooting. Quick Launch Utility Using the Quick ...
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...Click to create driver installation packages that you have created will reduce the amount of work required when installing the printer driver. • Install the Dell™ 1250c Color Printer driver in the computer on which the disk was created or computers running on the same operating system, create a... the same operating system. For details, click the Help button of each of the operating systems. Understanding Your Printer Software 105 Click to resolve issues by yourself. See "Printer Status Window" on page 87. Click to update the Dell software and printer firmware.
...Click to create driver installation packages that you have created will reduce the amount of work required when installing the printer driver. • Install the Dell™ 1250c Color Printer driver in the computer on which the disk was created or computers running on the same operating system, create a... the same operating system. For details, click the Help button of each of the operating systems. Understanding Your Printer Software 105 Click to resolve issues by yourself. See "Printer Status Window" on page 87. Click to update the Dell software and printer firmware.
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..., see "Preferences" on page 107. message is closed. 106 Understanding Your Printer Software To open the Status Monitor Widget: Click the Dashboard icon in Preferences. Also, the printer status is refreshed when Dashboard is launched or Preferences is displayed, select your printer in the dock to launch Dashboard. NOTE: The Status Monitor Widget automatically...
..., see "Preferences" on page 107. message is closed. 106 Understanding Your Printer Software To open the Status Monitor Widget: Click the Dashboard icon in Preferences. Also, the printer status is refreshed when Dashboard is launched or Preferences is displayed, select your printer in the dock to launch Dashboard. NOTE: The Status Monitor Widget automatically...
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... is functioning properly. An error has occurred and the printer cannot be used . NOTE: The Info (i) button appears on the lower-right corner of each color if the printer is displayed. • Printer error image Displays an indication image when an error occurs. Understanding Your Printer Software 107 Less than 29% Less than 9% Unknown NOTE: If...
... is functioning properly. An error has occurred and the printer cannot be used . NOTE: The Info (i) button appears on the lower-right corner of each color if the printer is displayed. • Printer error image Displays an indication image when an error occurs. Understanding Your Printer Software 107 Less than 29% Less than 9% Unknown NOTE: If...
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...default community name (public). This window provides you with the information for the network printer. 4 Order Supplies button Click this button to obtain the printer information every 10 seconds. The first printer displayed in the drop-down list. SNMP Community Name Service Tag button*1 You can... of available printer names in this button to return to the Printer Status window. *1 This item is set to display the Order window. NOTE: The Order window automatically appears when low toner is set as default. By default, it is detected. 108 Understanding Your Printer Software
...default community name (public). This window provides you with the information for the network printer. 4 Order Supplies button Click this button to obtain the printer information every 10 seconds. The first printer displayed in the drop-down list. SNMP Community Name Service Tag button*1 You can... of available printer names in this button to return to the Printer Status window. *1 This item is set to display the Order window. NOTE: The Order window automatically appears when low toner is set as default. By default, it is detected. 108 Understanding Your Printer Software
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Order Online Order by Phone Select a web address from the drop-down list and click Visit Dell printer supplies ordering web site. Understanding Your Printer Software 109 hyperlink to order Dell printer supplies. Displays a list of available phone numbers that you can call to access the web site for ordering Dell printer supplies.
Order Online Order by Phone Select a web address from the drop-down list and click Visit Dell printer supplies ordering web site. Understanding Your Printer Software 109 hyperlink to order Dell printer supplies. Displays a list of available phone numbers that you can call to access the web site for ordering Dell printer supplies.
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... Custom Factory Integration (CFI/DellPlus). Additional technical support options may be available for the printer and any Dell-installed software and peripherals. Dell provides limited technical support for purchase. Support for third-party software and peripherals is available at Dell Support. B Appendix Dell Technical Support Policy Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the...
... Custom Factory Integration (CFI/DellPlus). Additional technical support options may be available for the printer and any Dell-installed software and peripherals. Dell provides limited technical support for purchase. Support for third-party software and peripherals is available at Dell Support. B Appendix Dell Technical Support Policy Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the...
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... Cleaning Rod, 23 Print Media Dimensions, 59 Print media, 49, 117 Print quality guarantee, 112 Print Quality Problems, 143 Printer, 15 Printer drivers Installing, 41, 45 Printer Information, 87 Printer paper, 49 Printer software, 103 Printer specification, 111 Printer Status Window, 103 Printing, 79 Printing on letterhead, 52 Printing problem, 142 Product Features, 21 Product Information Guide, 18...
... Cleaning Rod, 23 Print Media Dimensions, 59 Print media, 49, 117 Print quality guarantee, 112 Print Quality Problems, 143 Printer, 15 Printer drivers Installing, 41, 45 Printer Information, 87 Printer paper, 49 Printer software, 103 Printer specification, 111 Printer Status Window, 103 Printing, 79 Printing on letterhead, 52 Printing problem, 142 Product Features, 21 Product Information Guide, 18...