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Dell B3460dn Laser Printer User's Guide June 2012 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Trademarks Information in this document is strictly forbidden. Dell Inc. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this material in trademarks and trade names other than its own. disclaims any proprietary interest in any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2012 Dell...All rights reserved. Reproduction of this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of their products. Intel...
Dell B3460dn Laser Printer User's Guide June 2012 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Trademarks Information in this document is strictly forbidden. Dell Inc. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this material in trademarks and trade names other than its own. disclaims any proprietary interest in any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2012 Dell...All rights reserved. Reproduction of this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of their products. Intel...
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... 13 Installing internal options...13 Installing hardware options...17 Attaching cables...19 Setting up the printer software...20 Networking...22 Connecting the printer to a wireless network using the Embedded Web Server 25 Verifying printer setup...26 Loading paper and specialty media 27 Setting the paper size and type...27 Configuring Universal paper settings...
... 13 Installing internal options...13 Installing hardware options...17 Attaching cables...19 Setting up the printer software...20 Networking...22 Connecting the printer to a wireless network using the Embedded Web Server 25 Verifying printer setup...26 Loading paper and specialty media 27 Setting the paper size and type...27 Configuring Universal paper settings...
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... sample list ...50 Printing a directory list...50 Canceling a print job...50 Canceling a print job from the printer control panel 50 Canceling a print job from the computer ...51 Understanding the printer menus 52 Menus list...52 Paper menu...53 Reports menu...61 Network/Ports menu...62 Security menu...70 Settings...72 Help menu...85 Saving money and the environment 87 Saving paper and toner...87 Saving energy...87 Recycling...90 Securing the printer 91 Using the security lock feature...91 Statement of Volatility...91 Erasing volatile memory...92 Erasing non‑volatile memory...92 Finding...
... sample list ...50 Printing a directory list...50 Canceling a print job...50 Canceling a print job from the printer control panel 50 Canceling a print job from the computer ...51 Understanding the printer menus 52 Menus list...52 Paper menu...53 Reports menu...61 Network/Ports menu...62 Security menu...70 Settings...72 Help menu...85 Saving money and the environment 87 Saving paper and toner...87 Saving energy...87 Recycling...90 Securing the printer 91 Using the security lock feature...91 Statement of Volatility...91 Erasing volatile memory...92 Erasing non‑volatile memory...92 Finding...
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... number of remaining pages 94 Ordering supplies...94 Storing supplies...95 Replacing supplies...95 Moving the printer...99 Managing the printer 101 Managing printer messages...101 Accessing Status Monitor Center...101 Checking the virtual display...101 Viewing reports...102 Configuring ...supply notifications from the Embedded Web Server 102 Modifying confidential print settings...103 Copying printer settings to other printers 103 Restoring factory default settings...104 Clearing jams 105 Avoiding jams...105 Understanding jam messages and locations 106...
... number of remaining pages 94 Ordering supplies...94 Storing supplies...95 Replacing supplies...95 Moving the printer...99 Managing the printer 101 Managing printer messages...101 Accessing Status Monitor Center...101 Checking the virtual display...101 Viewing reports...102 Configuring ...supply notifications from the Embedded Web Server 102 Modifying confidential print settings...103 Copying printer settings to other printers 103 Restoring factory default settings...104 Clearing jams 105 Avoiding jams...105 Understanding jam messages and locations 106...
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CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: This product uses a laser. You must understand the section in your fingers are not under the printer when you set it down. • Before setting up the printer, then turn them off as well, and unplug any of these guidelines to avoid the possibility of ...such as Ethernet and telephone system connections) are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, make sure there is installed, then remove it . The manufacturer is near water or wet locations. CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: Do not ...
CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: This product uses a laser. You must understand the section in your fingers are not under the printer when you set it down. • Before setting up the printer, then turn them off as well, and unplug any of these guidelines to avoid the possibility of ...such as Ethernet and telephone system connections) are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, make sure there is installed, then remove it . The manufacturer is near water or wet locations. CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: Do not ...
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... folder or on the desktop, depending on your operating system. For updates, visit our Web site at http://support.dell.com. Click to an Ethernet network • Troubleshooting printer connection problems Help using the printer software The latest supplemental information, updates, and technical support: • Documentation • Driver downloads • Product upgrades •...
... folder or on the desktop, depending on your operating system. For updates, visit our Web site at http://support.dell.com. Click to an Ethernet network • Troubleshooting printer connection problems Help using the printer software The latest supplemental information, updates, and technical support: • Documentation • Driver downloads • Product upgrades •...
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... conditioners, heaters, or ventilators. - If you looking for? • Software and Drivers-Certified drivers for my printer and installers for Dell printer software • Readme files-Last‑minute technical changes, or advanced technical reference materials for experienced users or technicians...;20 to 40°C (‑4 to operate my printer • Regulatory information • Warranty information Find it here Software and Documentation CD Dell Printer Supplies Web site-http://dell.com/supplies You can purchase printer supplies online, by telephone, or in select retail stores...
... conditioners, heaters, or ventilators. - If you looking for? • Software and Drivers-Certified drivers for my printer and installers for Dell printer software • Readme files-Last‑minute technical changes, or advanced technical reference materials for experienced users or technicians...;20 to 40°C (‑4 to operate my printer • Regulatory information • Warranty information Find it here Software and Documentation CD Dell Printer Supplies Web site-http://dell.com/supplies You can purchase printer supplies online, by telephone, or in select retail stores...
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You can configure your printer by adding up to two optional 550‑sheet trays. For instructions on installing the optional trays, see "Installing optional trays" on page 17. 1 Printer control panel 2 Paper stop Learning about the printer 10 1 Right side 30 cm (12 in.) 2 Front 51 cm (20 in.) 3 Left side 20 cm (8 in.) 4 Rear 20 cm (8 in.) 5 Top 30 cm (12 in.) Printer configurations CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of equipment instability, load each tray separately. Keep all other trays closed until needed.
You can configure your printer by adding up to two optional 550‑sheet trays. For instructions on installing the optional trays, see "Installing optional trays" on page 17. 1 Printer control panel 2 Paper stop Learning about the printer 10 1 Right side 30 cm (12 in.) 2 Front 51 cm (20 in.) 3 Left side 20 cm (8 in.) 4 Rear 20 cm (8 in.) 5 Top 30 cm (12 in.) Printer configurations CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of equipment instability, load each tray separately. Keep all other trays closed until needed.
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...; Performing a power‑on reset using the main power switch • Attaching a device in select printer models. Save settings. 4 Up arrow button Scroll up and operate the printer. Scroll to the left. 3 Select button Select menu options. Notes: • Only the front USB... numbers, letters, or symbols. 7 Sleep button Enable Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. Set up . 5 Right arrow button Scroll to the printer. Learning about the printer 11 3 Standard bin 4 Front door release button 5 Controller board access door 6 100‑sheet multipurpose feeder 7 Standard 550‑sheet ...
...; Performing a power‑on reset using the main power switch • Attaching a device in select printer models. Save settings. 4 Up arrow button Scroll up and operate the printer. Scroll to the left. 3 Select button Select menu options. Notes: • Only the front USB... numbers, letters, or symbols. 7 Sleep button Enable Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. Set up . 5 Right arrow button Scroll to the printer. Learning about the printer 11 3 Standard bin 4 Front door release button 5 Controller board access door 6 100‑sheet multipurpose feeder 7 Standard 550‑sheet ...
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... the indicator and Sleep button lights on , but idle. The printer requires user intervention. Sleep button light color and its corresponding printer status Indicator light Off Blinking green Solid green Blinking red Printer status The printer is on the printer control panel signify a certain printer status or condition. Understanding the colors of the indicator and Sleep...
... the indicator and Sleep button lights on , but idle. The printer requires user intervention. Sleep button light color and its corresponding printer status Indicator light Off Blinking green Solid green Blinking red Printer status The printer is on the printer control panel signify a certain printer status or condition. Understanding the colors of the indicator and Sleep...
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... • IPDS • Printcryption Accessing the controller board CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: If you have any cables going into the printer. 1 Open the controller board access door. Fonts - Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), WPA2, and 802.1X - ...Additional printer setup 13 Additional printer setup Installing internal options Notes: • A Service Set Identifier (SSID) is a name assigned to the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before continuing....
... • IPDS • Printcryption Accessing the controller board CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: If you have any cables going into the printer. 1 Open the controller board access door. Fonts - Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), WPA2, and 802.1X - ...Additional printer setup 13 Additional printer setup Installing internal options Notes: • A Service Set Identifier (SSID) is a name assigned to the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before continuing....
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...Use the following illustration to the controller board. 1 Access the controller board. For more information, see "Accessing the controller board" on the printer before touching any controller board electronic components or connectors. 1 2 1 Memory card connector 2 Option card connector Installing a memory card CAUTION-...SHOCK HAZARD: If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn the printer off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer. Doing so may cause damage. Touch a metal surface on page 13. 2 Unpack the memory...
...Use the following illustration to the controller board. 1 Access the controller board. For more information, see "Accessing the controller board" on the printer before touching any controller board electronic components or connectors. 1 2 1 Memory card connector 2 Option card connector Installing a memory card CAUTION-...SHOCK HAZARD: If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn the printer off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer. Doing so may cause damage. Touch a metal surface on page 13. 2 Unpack the memory...
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Additional printer setup 15 3 Align the notch (1) on the memory card with the ridge (2) on page 21. For more information, see "Updating available options in the printer driver to manually add the options in the printer driver" on the connector. 1 2 4 Push the memory card straight into the connector, and then push the card toward the controller board wall until it may be necessary to make them available for print jobs. Note: When the printer software and any hardware options are installed, it clicks into place. 1 2 5 Close the controller board access door.
Additional printer setup 15 3 Align the notch (1) on the memory card with the ridge (2) on page 21. For more information, see "Updating available options in the printer driver to manually add the options in the printer driver" on the connector. 1 2 4 Push the memory card straight into the connector, and then push the card toward the controller board wall until it may be necessary to make them available for print jobs. Note: When the printer software and any hardware options are installed, it clicks into place. 1 2 5 Close the controller board access door.
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...the connection points along the edge of the card. 3 Holding the card by static electricity. Touch a metal surface on the printer before continuing. Warning-Potential Damage: Controller board electronic components are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices ...the holes (2) on page 13. 2 Unpack the optional card. Additional printer setup 16 Installing an optional card CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: If you have other devices attached to the printer, then turn the printer off as well, and unplug any controller board electronic components or connectors....
...the connection points along the edge of the card. 3 Holding the card by static electricity. Touch a metal surface on the printer before continuing. Warning-Potential Damage: Controller board electronic components are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices ...the holes (2) on page 13. 2 Unpack the optional card. Additional printer setup 16 Installing an optional card CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: If you have other devices attached to the printer, then turn the printer off as well, and unplug any controller board electronic components or connectors....
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..., and unplug any cables going into the printer. Warning-Potential Damage: Improper installation of the connector on page 21. Note: When the printer software and any other devices attached to the printer, then turn the printer off as shown in the printer driver to the card and the controller board...HAZARD: If you have any hardware options are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn them available for print jobs. If you are installed, it may cause damage to make them off , and unplug ...
..., and unplug any cables going into the printer. Warning-Potential Damage: Improper installation of the connector on page 21. Note: When the printer software and any other devices attached to the printer, then turn the printer off as shown in the printer driver to the card and the controller board...HAZARD: If you have any hardware options are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn them available for print jobs. If you are installed, it may cause damage to make them off , and unplug ...
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Additional printer setup 18 1 Turn off the printer using the power switch, and then unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. 2 Unpack the tray, and then remove all packing materials. 3 Pull the tray completely out of the base. 2 1 2 4 Remove any packing material from inside the tray. 5 Insert the tray into the base. 6 Place the tray near the printer. 7 Align the printer with the tray, and then lower the printer into place. Note: Optional trays lock together when stacked.
Additional printer setup 18 1 Turn off the printer using the power switch, and then unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. 2 Unpack the tray, and then remove all packing materials. 3 Pull the tray completely out of the base. 2 1 2 4 Remove any packing material from inside the tray. 5 Insert the tray into the base. 6 Place the tray near the printer. 7 Align the printer with the tray, and then lower the printer into place. Note: Optional trays lock together when stacked.
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... the right side of the printer toward the front of the printer until it clicks into place, and then remove stacked trays one at a time from the top to the bottom. To uninstall the optional trays, slide the latch on the printer. 1 2 Note: When the printer software and any hardware options... are installed, you may need to manually add the options in the printer driver" on the printer • The appropriate parallel cable with the USB symbol on page 21....
... the right side of the printer toward the front of the printer until it clicks into place, and then remove stacked trays one at a time from the top to the bottom. To uninstall the optional trays, slide the latch on the printer. 1 2 Note: When the printer software and any hardware options... are installed, you may need to manually add the options in the printer driver" on the printer • The appropriate parallel cable with the USB symbol on page 21....
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... cable with the Ethernet port Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the USB cable, any network adapter, or the printer in place. Note: This port is available only in select printer models. 5 Power switch 6 Printer power cord socket 7 Security slot Turn on the computer before but need to reinstall the software, then uninstall...
... cable with the Ethernet port Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the USB cable, any network adapter, or the printer in place. Note: This port is available only in select printer models. 5 Power switch 6 Printer power cord socket 7 Security slot Turn on the computer before but need to reinstall the software, then uninstall...
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...the full features of the following : • Click Update Now ‑ Ask Printer. • Under Configuration Options, manually add any hardware options are installed, you may be available at http://support.dell.com. For Macintosh users 1 From the Apple menu, navigate to make them available ...for print jobs. For Macintosh users 1 Close all packages listed. c Press Enter, or click OK. 2 Select the printer. 3 Right‑click the printer, and then select Properties. ...
...the full features of the following : • Click Update Now ‑ Ask Printer. • Under Configuration Options, manually add any hardware options are installed, you may be available at http://support.dell.com. For Macintosh users 1 From the Apple menu, navigate to make them available ...for print jobs. For Macintosh users 1 Close all packages listed. c Press Enter, or click OK. 2 Select the printer. 3 Right‑click the printer, and then select Properties. ...
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...of security used on the computer screen. You can physically connect to an Ethernet network, organize the following information before setting up the printer on the network. If the installation dialog does not appear after a minute, then launch the CD manually: a Click , or ...click Start and then click Run. Installing the printer on the computer screen. 3 Select Ethernet connection, and then click Continue. 4 Attach the Ethernet cable when instructed to avoid potential problems caused by ...
...of security used on the computer screen. You can physically connect to an Ethernet network, organize the following information before setting up the printer on the network. If the installation dialog does not appear after a minute, then launch the CD manually: a Click , or ...click Start and then click Run. Installing the printer on the computer screen. 3 Select Ethernet connection, and then click Continue. 4 Attach the Ethernet cable when instructed to avoid potential problems caused by ...