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...674-4881 231622 64 Contact your distributor. Contact your distributor. 0870 907 4574 Contact your distributor. You can order Printer Supplies online at www.dell.com/supplies or by phone. Contact your distributor. Contact your distributor. Contact your distributor. US Algeria Argentina Australia ...7486 0860 102 591 902 120 385 08 587 705 81 0848 335 599 Contact your distributor. Order Printer Supplies Dell™ Printer Supplies are available only through Dell. Contact your distributor. Contact your distributor. Contact your distributor. 1300 030 290 08 20-24 05 30...
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Dell™ Laser Printer 5100cn 1 2 9 3 8 5 7 4 6 1 Center output tray 2 Operator panel 3 Multipurpose feeder 4 Standard 500-sheet tray 5 Power switch 6 Power cable connector 7 Ethernet port 8 USB port 9 Parallel port For details on the optional 500-sheet tray module, 1000-sheet tray module, and other additional options, see the User's Guide. 3
Dell™ Laser Printer 5100cn 1 2 9 3 8 5 7 4 6 1 Center output tray 2 Operator panel 3 Multipurpose feeder 4 Standard 500-sheet tray 5 Power switch 6 Power cable connector 7 Ethernet port 8 USB port 9 Parallel port For details on the optional 500-sheet tray module, 1000-sheet tray module, and other additional options, see the User's Guide. 3
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...with the limits for property damage, personal injury, or death. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell and DELL logo are registered trademarks of The Open Group in this document to refer to avoid the problem. disclaims any manner whatsoever without... notice. © 2004 Dell Inc. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS This software and documentation are registered trademarks of data and tells you make better use of your printer NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks and...
...with the limits for property damage, personal injury, or death. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell and DELL logo are registered trademarks of The Open Group in this document to refer to avoid the problem. disclaims any manner whatsoever without... notice. © 2004 Dell Inc. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS This software and documentation are registered trademarks of data and tells you make better use of your printer NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks and...
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Contents Dell™ Laser Printer 5100cn 3 1 Loading Paper 11 Loading the Standard Tray 12 Loading the Multipurpose Feeder 15 Loading Envelopes ...17 2 Setting Up for Local Printing 19 Installing Printer Drivers 20 Connecting the Printer to the Computer Before Inserting the Drivers and Utilities CD ...20 3 Setting Up for Network Printing 23 Network Set-Up ...24 Disable...
Contents Dell™ Laser Printer 5100cn 3 1 Loading Paper 11 Loading the Standard Tray 12 Loading the Multipurpose Feeder 15 Loading Envelopes ...17 2 Setting Up for Local Printing 19 Installing Printer Drivers 20 Connecting the Printer to the Computer Before Inserting the Drivers and Utilities CD ...20 3 Setting Up for Network Printing 23 Network Set-Up ...24 Disable...
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www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com 5 Using Your Printer 33 Changing Printer Settings 34 Initializing NVRAM ...35 Setting of Panel Lock 35 Adjusting the Language 36 Printing a Job ...36 Canceling a Job From the Printer Operator Panel 36 Canceling the Job From a Computer 36 Canceling a Job From the ...Taskbar 36 Canceling a Job From the Desktop 37 Software Overview ...37 Printing Status Window 37 Status Window ...37 Status Monitor Console 37 Dell Supplies Management System 38 ...
www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com 5 Using Your Printer 33 Changing Printer Settings 34 Initializing NVRAM ...35 Setting of Panel Lock 35 Adjusting the Language 36 Printing a Job ...36 Canceling a Job From the Printer Operator Panel 36 Canceling the Job From a Computer 36 Canceling a Job From the ...Taskbar 36 Canceling a Job From the Desktop 37 Software Overview ...37 Printing Status Window 37 Status Window ...37 Status Monitor Console 37 Dell Supplies Management System 38 ...
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... service person. • This product is designed to meet safety standards with the use of non-Dell-authorized components. CAUTION: To move the printer safely, remove the optional 500- Dell disclaims liability associated with this symbol , it must be connected to an electrical outlet that is properly... with use of specific Dell-authorized components. You must be obvious. The safety features of some parts may result in your system and working environment from potential damage. • Your product uses a laser. and 1000-sheet tray module before moving the printer. 9 CAUTION: If...
... service person. • This product is designed to meet safety standards with the use of non-Dell-authorized components. CAUTION: To move the printer safely, remove the optional 500- Dell disclaims liability associated with this symbol , it must be connected to an electrical outlet that is properly... with use of specific Dell-authorized components. You must be obvious. The safety features of some parts may result in your system and working environment from potential damage. • Your product uses a laser. and 1000-sheet tray module before moving the printer. 9 CAUTION: If...
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The width guides should be fully extended. Pull the tray out of the printer until it from the printer. 2. Slide the width guides to the A4 position. 12 Loading Paper NOTE: For A4 paper, push the lever to the edge of your print jobs in the standard 500-sheet tray. 1. Hold the tray with both hands, lift the front slightly, and remove it stops. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com Loading the Standard Tray Load the print media used for the majority of the tray.
The width guides should be fully extended. Pull the tray out of the printer until it from the printer. 2. Slide the width guides to the A4 position. 12 Loading Paper NOTE: For A4 paper, push the lever to the edge of your print jobs in the standard 500-sheet tray. 1. Hold the tray with both hands, lift the front slightly, and remove it stops. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com Loading the Standard Tray Load the print media used for the majority of the tray.
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Slide the width guides and length guide until it stops. 8. Insert the tray into the tray, configure the Paper Type settings for that tray according to the message on the operator panel. 14 Loading Paper If you load any print media into the printer, and push until they rest lightly against the edge of the print media stack. 7. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com 6.
Slide the width guides and length guide until it stops. 8. Insert the tray into the tray, configure the Paper Type settings for that tray according to the message on the operator panel. 14 Loading Paper If you load any print media into the printer, and push until they rest lightly against the edge of the print media stack. 7. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com 6.
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... print media size and type on page 17. For tips on recommended print media, solving printing problems, and clearing jams, see "Loading Envelopes" on the printer operator panel. Slide the width guides until they rest lightly against the edge of the print media stack. Insert all media face down and top... edge first into the multipurpose feeder. NOTE: Be careful not to the correct value for the print media you have loaded. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com 3.
... print media size and type on page 17. For tips on recommended print media, solving printing problems, and clearing jams, see "Loading Envelopes" on the printer operator panel. Slide the width guides until they rest lightly against the edge of the print media stack. Insert all media face down and top... edge first into the multipurpose feeder. NOTE: Be careful not to the correct value for the print media you have loaded. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com 3.
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..., coated linings, or self-stick adhesives. These lead to paper jams and damage to the correct value for the multipurpose feeder is set to the printer. You can load envelopes up to the maximum fill line in the tray at the rear. Select print media source, size, and type in your... software program and select the print media size and type on the printer operator panel. Loading Envelopes To load envelopes that are under 8.66 inches (220 mm) in width in the multipurpose feeder, insert the envelopes either with...
..., coated linings, or self-stick adhesives. These lead to paper jams and damage to the correct value for the multipurpose feeder is set to the printer. You can load envelopes up to the maximum fill line in the tray at the rear. Select print media source, size, and type in your... software program and select the print media size and type on the printer operator panel. Loading Envelopes To load envelopes that are under 8.66 inches (220 mm) in width in the multipurpose feeder, insert the envelopes either with...
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2 Section 2 Setting Up for Local Printing Installing Printer Drivers Setting Up for Local Printing
2 Section 2 Setting Up for Local Printing Installing Printer Drivers Setting Up for Local Printing
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... License Agreement appears, click to accept the agreement and then click Install. 10. The wizard automatically finds and installs the corresponding printer driver. 7. Click Finish. 11. Windows 95 and NT 4.0 1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD into your computer. 4.... Select either the Typical Installation or Custom Installation checkbox, and then click Next. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com A local printer is a printer attached to your computer. 2. After the printer driver has been installed, you installed. When the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel...
... License Agreement appears, click to accept the agreement and then click Install. 10. The wizard automatically finds and installs the corresponding printer driver. 7. Click Finish. 11. Windows 95 and NT 4.0 1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD into your computer. 4.... Select either the Typical Installation or Custom Installation checkbox, and then click Next. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com A local printer is a printer attached to your computer. 2. After the printer driver has been installed, you installed. When the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel...
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3. Click Next. 5. The Adobe License Agreement appears, click to install. 6. On the Add Printer screen, select the port name from the Port Name combo box, and then set the printer's options under Printer Configuration. If you select Custom Installation, you can select the specific software you want to accept the agreement and then click...
3. Click Next. 5. The Adobe License Agreement appears, click to install. 6. On the Add Printer screen, select the port name from the Port Name combo box, and then set the printer's options under Printer Configuration. If you select Custom Installation, you can select the specific software you want to accept the agreement and then click...
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... Installation NOTE: This step may not be necessary if you install the Dell printer software. NOTICE: Dell recommends that you enable your Windows XP firewall after you run the Dell™ printer installation software. In the Pick a Task list, click Enable or disable Internet Connection Firewall and then follow the instructions on how to install...
... Installation NOTE: This step may not be necessary if you install the Dell printer software. NOTICE: Dell recommends that you enable your Windows XP firewall after you run the Dell™ printer installation software. In the Pick a Task list, click Enable or disable Internet Connection Firewall and then follow the instructions on how to install...
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... the IP address and port name at this printer with other operating systems, go to change the printer name listed, enter a new name in the installer. Before you can continue, you want to restrict color printing, select the appropriate Color Track option. For local installation, select Local ...want to step 5. 4. Enter the password. 10. Click Next. For all other computers on a network. Select Remote Installation - Enter your printer from the list. Select your Administrator user name, password, and clients or servers and then click Add. c. If you want other users ...
... the IP address and port name at this printer with other operating systems, go to change the printer name listed, enter a new name in the installer. Before you can continue, you want to restrict color printing, select the appropriate Color Track option. For local installation, select Local ...want to step 5. 4. Enter the password. 10. Click Next. For all other computers on a network. Select Remote Installation - Enter your printer from the list. Select your Administrator user name, password, and clients or servers and then click Add. c. If you want other users ...
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... or the key operator's email address in your Web browser. Refer to a computer or a print server. To launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, type the network printer IP address in the email list box. 4. To set up e-mail alerts: 1. Click E-Mail Alert link. 3. Click ...Next. 14. Launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. 2. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com 12. To change the printer configuration settings, monitor toner level, and when it is locally attached to your desk. If the Adobe ...
... or the key operator's email address in your Web browser. Refer to a computer or a print server. To launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, type the network printer IP address in the email list box. 4. To set up e-mail alerts: 1. Click E-Mail Alert link. 3. Click ...Next. 14. Launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. 2. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com 12. To change the printer configuration settings, monitor toner level, and when it is locally attached to your desk. If the Adobe ...
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4 Section4 Installing the Printer Driver or PPD File on Macintosh Computers Installing the AdobePS Printer Driver (Mac OS 9.x) Installing the PPD File (Mac OS X) Installing the Printer Driver or PPD File on Macintosh Computers
4 Section4 Installing the Printer Driver or PPD File on Macintosh Computers Installing the AdobePS Printer Driver (Mac OS 9.x) Installing the PPD File (Mac OS X) Installing the Printer Driver or PPD File on Macintosh Computers
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... was successful screen. Select the Chooser on . 2. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com Installing the AdobePS Printer Driver (Mac OS 9.x) There are two steps to the connection type. 1. If you finish installing the AdobePS printer driver, set the PostScript Printer Description (PPD) file for the printer and sets the PPD file. Double click Dell 5100cn Installer icon. 6.
... was successful screen. Select the Chooser on . 2. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com Installing the AdobePS Printer Driver (Mac OS 9.x) There are two steps to the connection type. 1. If you finish installing the AdobePS printer driver, set the PostScript Printer Description (PPD) file for the printer and sets the PPD file. Double click Dell 5100cn Installer icon. 6.
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...at the specified location. 10. To use the options, see "Configuring Settings" on the printer. 2. NOTE: The Desktop Printer Utility is located in the AdobePS Components folder on Macintosh Computers 29 The created printer icon is incorrect, click Change, and then select the correct PPD file. 7. NOTE:... in the dialog box confirming that the settings are saved. 9. NOTE: If the PPD file is displayed at the bottom of printer. Set Adobe Protocol as a Desktop Printer. 1. NOTE: When using a USB cable, Installable Options are automatically set up . Turn on page 30. Click Save in ...
...at the specified location. 10. To use the options, see "Configuring Settings" on the printer. 2. NOTE: The Desktop Printer Utility is located in the AdobePS Components folder on Macintosh Computers 29 The created printer icon is incorrect, click Change, and then select the correct PPD file. 7. NOTE:... in the dialog box confirming that the settings are saved. 9. NOTE: If the PPD file is displayed at the bottom of printer. Set Adobe Protocol as a Desktop Printer. 1. NOTE: When using a USB cable, Installable Options are automatically set up . Turn on page 30. Click Save in ...
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...Create at the specified location. 10. The created printer icon is no Desktop Printer Utility in the AdobePS Components folder, install Adobe PS 8.8 by using Full Installation. 3. Click Printing on the printer. 2. The New Desktop Printer dialog box appears. Select AdobePS from the With ...there is displayed at the bottom of the desktop printer you will have to launch the Desktop Printer Utility and register the printer as a Desktop Printer. 1. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com Setting the Printer Driver (for the printer being used in Installable Options, and then click...
...Create at the specified location. 10. The created printer icon is no Desktop Printer Utility in the AdobePS Components folder, install Adobe PS 8.8 by using Full Installation. 3. Click Printing on the printer. 2. The New Desktop Printer dialog box appears. Select AdobePS from the With ...there is displayed at the bottom of the desktop printer you will have to launch the Desktop Printer Utility and register the printer as a Desktop Printer. 1. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com Setting the Printer Driver (for the printer being used in Installable Options, and then click...