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... the USB cable 4 Step 5: Install the print cartridges 4 Step 6: Load the paper 6 Step 7: Install the printer software 7 Learning about your printer 11 Understanding the printer parts 11 Using the software to select your printer settings 12 Using the software to meet your printing needs 14 Finding the printer software Help 15 Printing for fun 17 Printing...
... the USB cable 4 Step 5: Install the print cartridges 4 Step 6: Load the paper 6 Step 7: Install the printer software 7 Learning about your printer 11 Understanding the printer parts 11 Using the software to select your printer settings 12 Using the software to meet your printing needs 14 Finding the printer software Help 15 Printing for fun 17 Printing...
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Step 1: Make sure your computer is on Windows 98/Me/2000 Windows XP Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 Mac OS X version 10.0.3 to 10.1 Step 2: Check the printer parts Lexmark Z45 printer Power supply Black print cartridge (P/N 12A1970) Color print cartridge (P/N 15M0120) From Setup to Printing booklet Power cord Printer software CD If any items are missing, contact Lexmark (see page 28). 2
Step 1: Make sure your computer is on Windows 98/Me/2000 Windows XP Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 Mac OS X version 10.0.3 to 10.1 Step 2: Check the printer parts Lexmark Z45 printer Power supply Black print cartridge (P/N 12A1970) Color print cartridge (P/N 15M0120) From Setup to Printing booklet Power cord Printer software CD If any items are missing, contact Lexmark (see page 28). 2
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... can purchase a photo cartridge (P/N 12A1990), a high yield color cartridge (P/N 15M0125), or a high yield black cartridge (P/N 12A1975) separately. 4 You can print with a color print cartridge (P/N 15M0120) and a black print cartridge (P/N 12A1970). Look for this symbol: Step 5: Install the print cartridges Your printer came with : • A color cartridge in the left carrier and a black cartridge in the right carrier. • A color print cartridge in the left...
... can purchase a photo cartridge (P/N 12A1990), a high yield color cartridge (P/N 15M0125), or a high yield black cartridge (P/N 12A1975) separately. 4 You can print with a color print cartridge (P/N 15M0120) and a black print cartridge (P/N 12A1970). Look for this symbol: Step 5: Install the print cartridges Your printer came with : • A color cartridge in the left carrier and a black cartridge in the right carrier. • A color print cartridge in the left...
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Paper feed button and light Press to turn printer on or off. Power supply connector Paper exit tray Holds paper as it exits. Power button and light Press to load paper, eject paper, or continue printing. Front cover Open to paper for proper feeding. Learning about your printer Understanding the printer parts Paper support Holds paper upright. USB cable connector 11 Paper guide Position next to install cartridges or clear a paper jam.
Paper feed button and light Press to turn printer on or off. Power supply connector Paper exit tray Holds paper as it exits. Power button and light Press to load paper, eject paper, or continue printing. Front cover Open to paper for proper feeding. Learning about your printer Understanding the printer parts Paper support Holds paper upright. USB cable connector 11 Paper guide Position next to install cartridges or clear a paper jam.
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... guide to troubleshooting, cartridge alignment and maintenance, printing a test page, and the advanced features of your desktop, double-click the Lexmark Z45 Solution Center icon, or click Start Programs or All Programs Lexmark Z45 Lexmark Z45 Solution Center. Mac OS X version 10.0.3 to 9.2: From the Lexmark Z45 printer folder, double-click the Lexmark Z45 Users Guide.pdf...
... guide to troubleshooting, cartridge alignment and maintenance, printing a test page, and the advanced features of your desktop, double-click the Lexmark Z45 Solution Center icon, or click Start Programs or All Programs Lexmark Z45 Lexmark Z45 Solution Center. Mac OS X version 10.0.3 to 9.2: From the Lexmark Z45 printer folder, double-click the Lexmark Z45 Users Guide.pdf...
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... 10.1) Mac OS 8.6 to 10.1 1 From the Finder, click Computer, and then double-click the: OS X disk icon Library folder Printers folder Lexmark folder. Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 Mac OS X version 10.0.3 to cartridge alignment and maintenance, printing a test page, obtaining information about your complete guide to 10.1 • From the Apple menu, 1 From...
... 10.1) Mac OS 8.6 to 10.1 1 From the Finder, click Computer, and then double-click the: OS X disk icon Library folder Printers folder Lexmark folder. Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 Mac OS X version 10.0.3 to cartridge alignment and maintenance, printing a test page, obtaining information about your complete guide to 10.1 • From the Apple menu, 1 From...
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Are both print cartridges? Is the black cartridge (P/N 12A1970) in the right carrier and the color cartridge (P/N 15M0120) in your desktop, click Start Programs or All Programs. If Lexmark Z45 does not appear in the left carrier? For help , see page 6. Is the paper loaded correctly? ...the print cartridges. From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels. From the Finder, click Computer, and then double-click the: OS X disk icon Library folder Printers folder Lexmark folder. For help , see page 8). If the Lexmark Z45 Utility folder does not appear, install the printer software ...
Are both print cartridges? Is the black cartridge (P/N 12A1970) in the right carrier and the color cartridge (P/N 15M0120) in your desktop, click Start Programs or All Programs. If Lexmark Z45 does not appear in the left carrier? For help , see page 6. Is the paper loaded correctly? ...the print cartridges. From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels. From the Finder, click Computer, and then double-click the: OS X disk icon Library folder Printers folder Lexmark folder. For help , see page 8). If the Lexmark Z45 Utility folder does not appear, install the printer software ...
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...Troubleshooting tab, click Print a Test Page. 1 From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels Lexmark Z45 Control Panel. 2 Click Print Test Page. 1 Open the Lexmark Z45 Utility folder (see page 15). 2 From the Cartridges tab, click Print Test Page. - If the test page prints, the problem may be... with a USB cable. 2 Print a test page following the instructions for your attached device for further troubleshooting information. 22 Is your printer ...
...Troubleshooting tab, click Print a Test Page. 1 From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels Lexmark Z45 Control Panel. 2 Click Print Test Page. 1 Open the Lexmark Z45 Utility folder (see page 15). 2 From the Cartridges tab, click Print Test Page. - If the test page prints, the problem may be... with a USB cable. 2 Print a test page following the instructions for your attached device for further troubleshooting information. 22 Is your printer ...
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Index A adjusting paper guide 7 alignment page, troubleshooting . . 22 C cartridge part numbers 4 cartridges, installing 4 checklist, troubleshooting 21 connecting the power supply 3 the USB cable 4 contacting Lexmark 28 Control Panel (Mac OS 8.6 to 10.1 15 loading paper 6 photo cards ...) . . 14 H Help, finding 15 I I Want To menu (Windows 12 installing cartridges 4 printer software 7 Mac OS 10.0.3 to 10.1 . . . . . 10 Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 9 Windows 8 L Lexmark Solution Center (Windows) 14 Lexmark Z45 Utility (Mac OS X 10.0.3 to 9.2) . 15 N notices edition notice ii Energy...
Index A adjusting paper guide 7 alignment page, troubleshooting . . 22 C cartridge part numbers 4 cartridges, installing 4 checklist, troubleshooting 21 connecting the power supply 3 the USB cable 4 contacting Lexmark 28 Control Panel (Mac OS 8.6 to 10.1 15 loading paper 6 photo cards ...) . . 14 H Help, finding 15 I I Want To menu (Windows 12 installing cartridges 4 printer software 7 Mac OS 10.0.3 to 10.1 . . . . . 10 Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 9 Windows 8 L Lexmark Solution Center (Windows) 14 Lexmark Z45 Utility (Mac OS X 10.0.3 to 9.2) . 15 N notices edition notice ii Energy...
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... 25 Windows I Want To menu 12 Lexmark Solution Center . . . 14 Print Properties 12 printer software CD, troubleshooting Macintosh 26 Windows 23 printing a photo (Windows 18 a test page 22 special projects 17 attached devices 22 cartridges 21 checklist 21 installation screen did not ... 9.2 26 Mac OS X 10.0.3 to 10.1 . . . . 27 Windows 24 printer software CD Macintosh 26 Windows 23 test page 22 uninstalling software (Windows) . 25 USB cable, connecting 21 W Web address, Lexmark 28 R recommendations, paper 13 S safety information ii special projects, printing 17 T test...
... 25 Windows I Want To menu 12 Lexmark Solution Center . . . 14 Print Properties 12 printer software CD, troubleshooting Macintosh 26 Windows 23 printing a photo (Windows 18 a test page 22 special projects 17 attached devices 22 cartridges 21 checklist 21 installation screen did not ... 9.2 26 Mac OS X 10.0.3 to 10.1 . . . . 27 Windows 24 printer software CD Macintosh 26 Windows 23 test page 22 uninstalling software (Windows) . 25 USB cable, connecting 21 W Web address, Lexmark 28 R recommendations, paper 13 S safety information ii special projects, printing 17 T test...
Online User's Guide for Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2
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You can: • Install cartridges • Align cartridges • Clean print nozzles • Select a printer • Print a test page • Obtain information on ordering supplies • Obtain software version information • Configure a network printer Using this Guide... www.lexmark.com Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Printer overview 12 Control Panel Use the Control Panel to monitor your printer and printer supplies.
You can: • Install cartridges • Align cartridges • Clean print nozzles • Select a printer • Print a test page • Obtain information on ordering supplies • Obtain software version information • Configure a network printer Using this Guide... www.lexmark.com Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Printer overview 12 Control Panel Use the Control Panel to monitor your printer and printer supplies.
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... as print cartridges, from the Lexmark Web site. www.lexmark.com Printer overview 14 Click the: Cartridges tab About tab Select: Install/Change Cartridge Align Cartridges Clean Print Nozzles Print Test Page Order Supplies When you want to verify your printer is functioning properly. For more information, see Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles. Obtain printer software version information. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview...
... as print cartridges, from the Lexmark Web site. www.lexmark.com Printer overview 14 Click the: Cartridges tab About tab Select: Install/Change Cartridge Align Cartridges Clean Print Nozzles Print Test Page Order Supplies When you want to verify your printer is functioning properly. For more information, see Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles. Obtain printer software version information. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview...
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... feed light Paper guide Paper support Power button Power light Power supply connector USB cable connector When you want to: • Install or change print cartridges. • Clear a paper jam. Keep paper straight in the printer. www.lexmark.com Stack paper after printing. For more information, see Understanding error messages and flashing lights...
... feed light Paper guide Paper support Power button Power light Power supply connector USB cable connector When you want to: • Install or change print cartridges. • Clear a paper jam. Keep paper straight in the printer. www.lexmark.com Stack paper after printing. For more information, see Understanding error messages and flashing lights...
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Maintenance 66 • Replacing the print cartridge • Aligning the print cartridges • Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles • Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts • Preserving the print cartridges • Ordering supplies www.lexmark.com Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Using this Guide...
Maintenance 66 • Replacing the print cartridge • Aligning the print cartridges • Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles • Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts • Preserving the print cartridges • Ordering supplies www.lexmark.com Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Using this Guide...
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The cartridge carrier moves to the loading position, unless the printer is on. 2 Raise the front cover. Store it in an airtight container or dispose of it properly. Using this Guide... Removing the used cartridge 1 Make sure the power light is busy. 3 Remove the used one. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Maintenance 67 Replacing the print cartridge Before you install a new or replacement print cartridge, remove the used cartridge. www.lexmark.com
The cartridge carrier moves to the loading position, unless the printer is on. 2 Raise the front cover. Store it in an airtight container or dispose of it properly. Using this Guide... Removing the used cartridge 1 Make sure the power light is busy. 3 Remove the used one. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Maintenance 67 Replacing the print cartridge Before you install a new or replacement print cartridge, remove the used cartridge. www.lexmark.com
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... on the back and bottom of the cartridge. Refilling print cartridges can purchase a photo cartridge (P/N 12A1990) separately. 1 If you are installing a new cartridge, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of the cartridge. www.lexmark.com Maintenance 68 Installing a cartridge For best results, use Lexmark supplies. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting...
... on the back and bottom of the cartridge. Refilling print cartridges can purchase a photo cartridge (P/N 12A1990) separately. 1 If you are installing a new cartridge, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of the cartridge. www.lexmark.com Maintenance 68 Installing a cartridge For best results, use Lexmark supplies. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting...
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SNAP www.lexmark.com Note: The front cover must be closed to the loading position. 3 Insert the color cartridge in the right carrier. 4 Snap the cartridges into place. Insert the black cartridge in the left carrier. Maintenance 69 SNAP 5 Close the front cover. Note: The cartridge carrier moves to start a new print job. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Using this Guide... 2 Open the front cover.
SNAP www.lexmark.com Note: The front cover must be closed to the loading position. 3 Insert the color cartridge in the right carrier. 4 Snap the cartridges into place. Insert the black cartridge in the left carrier. Maintenance 69 SNAP 5 Close the front cover. Note: The cartridge carrier moves to start a new print job. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Using this Guide... 2 Open the front cover.
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.... Note: If an old cartridge is a New Cartridge or an Old Cartridge. www.lexmark.com Maintenance 70 Specifying cartridge settings in the printer software Before you installed. 5 Important: For correct ink levels, specify whether the cartridge is incorrectly identified as New Cartridge in the Control Panel, ink levels in the printer software, install the cartridges. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing...
.... Note: If an old cartridge is a New Cartridge or an Old Cartridge. www.lexmark.com Maintenance 70 Specifying cartridge settings in the printer software Before you installed. 5 Important: For correct ink levels, specify whether the cartridge is incorrectly identified as New Cartridge in the Control Panel, ink levels in the printer software, install the cartridges. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing...
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... page. If you choose Manual Alignment, you may also need to align the cartridges: - For help, see Load the paper. 2 From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels. 3 Choose the Lexmark Z45 Control Panel. 4 From the Cartridges tab, click Align Cartridges. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Using this Guide... Maintenance...
... page. If you choose Manual Alignment, you may also need to align the cartridges: - For help, see Load the paper. 2 From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels. 3 Choose the Lexmark Z45 Control Panel. 4 From the Cartridges tab, click Align Cartridges. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Using this Guide... Maintenance...
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Maintenance 72 a If you have completely removed the sticker and transparent tape from both cartridges. www.lexmark.com b Use the arrows in the Align Cartridges dialog box to manually align the cartridges, find the number under the darkest arrow for each alignment group. If the alignment page does not print, make sure... number that matches the darkest arrow on the printed page for each alignment group, and then click OK. For help, see Installing a cartridge. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Using this Guide...
Maintenance 72 a If you have completely removed the sticker and transparent tape from both cartridges. www.lexmark.com b Use the arrows in the Align Cartridges dialog box to manually align the cartridges, find the number under the darkest arrow for each alignment group. If the alignment page does not print, make sure... number that matches the darkest arrow on the printed page for each alignment group, and then click OK. For help, see Installing a cartridge. Lexmark Z45 Printer overview Basic printing Printing ideas Maintenance Troubleshooting Notices Index Using this Guide...