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Contents Edition notice 2 Preparing to connect wirelessly 5 Follow these steps to set up your printer...5 Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network 5 Adding the printer to a network that uses MAC address filtering 6 Connecting to a wireless network using Windows 7 Installing the printer on a wireless network (Windows 7 Connecting to a wireless network using Macintosh 10 Installing the printer on a wireless network (Macintosh 10 Troubleshooting wireless setup 14 Networking glossary 25 Index 27 Contents 3
Contents Edition notice 2 Preparing to connect wirelessly 5 Follow these steps to set up your printer...5 Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network 5 Adding the printer to a network that uses MAC address filtering 6 Connecting to a wireless network using Windows 7 Installing the printer on a wireless network (Windows 7 Connecting to a wireless network using Macintosh 10 Installing the printer on a wireless network (Macintosh 10 Troubleshooting wireless setup 14 Networking glossary 25 Index 27 Contents 3
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...The computer and printer are both connected to the same wireless network. Many devices can interfere with the wireless signal. Troubleshooting wireless setup 14 Wireless troubleshooting checklist Before beginning to the Internet over a wireless connection. • The encryption method (AES or TKIP) is...any large metal objects between the access point and the printer. If the network has Internet access, then try connecting to troubleshoot the wireless printer, verify that may interfere with the wireless signal, including baby monitors, motors, cordless phones, security system ...
...The computer and printer are both connected to the same wireless network. Many devices can interfere with the wireless signal. Troubleshooting wireless setup 14 Wireless troubleshooting checklist Before beginning to the Internet over a wireless connection. • The encryption method (AES or TKIP) is...any large metal objects between the access point and the printer. If the network has Internet access, then try connecting to troubleshoot the wireless printer, verify that may interfere with the wireless signal, including baby monitors, motors, cordless phones, security system ...
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...AND PRINTER ARE CONNECTED TO THE SAME WIRELESS NETWORK If the printer is not positioned too closely to most Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Troubleshooting wireless setup 15 To connect to your local network when connected to these devices. MOVE THE COMPUTER AND/OR PRINTER CLOSER TO THE.... For Windows users 1 Obtain the SSID of the computer, if the computer is connected to. Before you reinstall the software, check the "Wireless troubleshooting checklist" on page 14, and then do the following: MAKE SURE YOUR COMPUTER IS CONNECTED TO YOUR WIRELESS ACCESS POINT (WIRELESS ROUTER) •...
...AND PRINTER ARE CONNECTED TO THE SAME WIRELESS NETWORK If the printer is not positioned too closely to most Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Troubleshooting wireless setup 15 To connect to your local network when connected to these devices. MOVE THE COMPUTER AND/OR PRINTER CLOSER TO THE.... For Windows users 1 Obtain the SSID of the computer, if the computer is connected to. Before you reinstall the software, check the "Wireless troubleshooting checklist" on page 14, and then do the following: MAKE SURE YOUR COMPUTER IS CONNECTED TO YOUR WIRELESS ACCESS POINT (WIRELESS ROUTER) •...
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For Macintosh users with an AirPort base station In Mac OS X version 10.5 1 From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences. 2 Click Network. 3 Click AirPort. Troubleshooting wireless setup 16 Check the Wireless Network Connection section: • The "Default Gateway" entry is typically the wireless access point . • The IP address appears ...
For Macintosh users with an AirPort base station In Mac OS X version 10.5 1 From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences. 2 Click Network. 3 Click AirPort. Troubleshooting wireless setup 16 Check the Wireless Network Connection section: • The "Default Gateway" entry is typically the wireless access point . • The IP address appears ...
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... the SSID and the WEP key or WPA passphrase in a WEP key are stored. or • Exactly 5 or 13 ASCII characters. End your wireless network. Troubleshooting wireless setup 17 c Click AirPort. ASCII characters in a safe place for future reference. CHECK YOUR ADVANCED SECURITY SETTINGS • If you are connected to another...
... the SSID and the WEP key or WPA passphrase in a WEP key are stored. or • Exactly 5 or 13 ASCII characters. End your wireless network. Troubleshooting wireless setup 17 c Click AirPort. ASCII characters in a safe place for future reference. CHECK YOUR ADVANCED SECURITY SETTINGS • If you are connected to another...
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... there may be : • Exactly 10 or 26 hexadecimal characters. Try one . • Attach the cable directly to the printer. If there is not damaged. Troubleshooting wireless setup 18 Hubs, switch boxes, and docking stations can sometimes interfere with the cable. WEP key or WPA pre-shared key not valid ERROR...
... there may be : • Exactly 10 or 26 hexadecimal characters. Try one . • Attach the cable directly to the printer. If there is not damaged. Troubleshooting wireless setup 18 Hubs, switch boxes, and docking stations can sometimes interfere with the cable. WEP key or WPA pre-shared key not valid ERROR...
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... channel (if ad hoc is necessary in a WPA pre-shared key are case-sensitive. or • Exactly 64 hexadecimal characters. Note: ASCII keys are A-F, a-f, and 0-9. Troubleshooting wireless setup 19 Network does not appear in the Wireless Networks list There are several reasons why the target network might not appear in the...
... channel (if ad hoc is necessary in a WPA pre-shared key are case-sensitive. or • Exactly 64 hexadecimal characters. Note: ASCII keys are A-F, a-f, and 0-9. Troubleshooting wireless setup 19 Network does not appear in the Wireless Networks list There are several reasons why the target network might not appear in the...
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.... THERE ARE TOO MANY DEVICES ON THE WIRELESS NETWORK A wireless device will communicate on the network. • Try pinging or logging into the access point. Troubleshooting wireless setup 20 Note: If you are unable to communicate with devices on the wireless network, then there is a problem with either the configuration of...
.... THERE ARE TOO MANY DEVICES ON THE WIRELESS NETWORK A wireless device will communicate on the network. • Try pinging or logging into the access point. Troubleshooting wireless setup 20 Note: If you are unable to communicate with devices on the wireless network, then there is a problem with either the configuration of...
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... printer off and back on again. USB ports can be on the back or on the front of the computer. • Try a different USB cable. Troubleshooting wireless setup 21 Printer does not print after wireless configuration completes These are possible solutions. Wireless Setup Utility unable to communicate with the USB connection...
... printer off and back on again. USB ports can be on the back or on the front of the computer. • Try a different USB cable. Troubleshooting wireless setup 21 Printer does not print after wireless configuration completes These are possible solutions. Wireless Setup Utility unable to communicate with the USB connection...
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... you allow those programs to run. • Temporarily disable the firewall, and then install the wireless printer on the computer. Troubleshooting wireless setup 22 If the printer and computer are attempting to troubleshoot. • Update any non-Microsoft firewall software on the computer. • Add any programs associated with the firewall disabled...
... you allow those programs to run. • Temporarily disable the firewall, and then install the wireless printer on the computer. Troubleshooting wireless setup 22 If the printer and computer are attempting to troubleshoot. • Update any non-Microsoft firewall software on the computer. • Add any programs associated with the firewall disabled...
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...; The "Default Gateway" entry is not installed on the computer, then insert the Software and Documentation CD, and follow the wireless installation path. b Type ipconfig. Troubleshooting wireless setup 23 In Windows XP and earlier 1 Click Start. 2 Click All Programs or Programs Accessories Command Prompt. Run the Wireless Setup Utility...
...; The "Default Gateway" entry is not installed on the computer, then insert the Software and Documentation CD, and follow the wireless installation path. b Type ipconfig. Troubleshooting wireless setup 23 In Windows XP and earlier 1 Click Start. 2 Click All Programs or Programs Accessories Command Prompt. Run the Wireless Setup Utility...
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4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen, including typing in a safe place for future reference. Note: You may be prompted to connect the printer to the computer again using the USB cable as part of the setup process. 5 Store the SSID and the WEP key or WPA passphrase in the SSID of the wireless access point and the WEP key or WPA passphrase when prompted. Troubleshooting wireless setup 24
4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen, including typing in a safe place for future reference. Note: You may be prompted to connect the printer to the computer again using the USB cable as part of the setup process. 5 Store the SSID and the WEP key or WPA passphrase in the SSID of the wireless access point and the WEP key or WPA passphrase when prompted. Troubleshooting wireless setup 24
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... 21 printer does not print 21 wireless 22 printing network setup page 14 S steps setting up printer 5 T troubleshooting wireless network 14 troubleshooting, wireless cannot print over wireless network 15 network printer does not show up in printer selection list during installation (Windows...network configuration information 5 does not appear in network list 19 installation, using Macintosh 10 installation, using Windows 7 troubleshooting 14 wireless troubleshooting cannot print over wireless network 15 network printer does not show up in printer selection list during installation (Windows...
... 21 printer does not print 21 wireless 22 printing network setup page 14 S steps setting up printer 5 T troubleshooting wireless network 14 troubleshooting, wireless cannot print over wireless network 15 network printer does not show up in printer selection list during installation (Windows...network configuration information 5 does not appear in network list 19 installation, using Macintosh 10 installation, using Windows 7 troubleshooting 14 wireless troubleshooting cannot print over wireless network 15 network printer does not show up in printer selection list during installation (Windows...
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... paper jam ...246 235 paper jam ...247 240-249 paper jams ...247 250 paper jam ...248 251 paper jam ...249 290-294 paper jams ...250 Troubleshooting 254 Solving basic printer problems...254 Printer control panel display is blank or displays only diamonds 254 Indicator light blinks red...254 Check the display...
... paper jam ...246 235 paper jam ...247 240-249 paper jams ...247 250 paper jam ...248 251 paper jam ...249 290-294 paper jams ...250 Troubleshooting 254 Solving basic printer problems...254 Printer control panel display is blank or displays only diamonds 254 Indicator light blinks red...254 Check the display...
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...and value with the printer software. • The printer software is also available on track fast. To get back on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications/. Windows or Mac Help-Open a printer software program or application, and then click Help. Click to make sure ... better, please let us do , and your needs. To start using your printer model • Caring for and maintaining the printer • Troubleshooting and solving problems Help using printer software • Setting up and configuring the printer on a network, depending on the Software and Documentation CD....
...and value with the printer software. • The printer software is also available on track fast. To get back on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications/. Windows or Mac Help-Open a printer software program or application, and then click Help. Click to make sure ... better, please let us do , and your needs. To start using your printer model • Caring for and maintaining the printer • Troubleshooting and solving problems Help using printer software • Setting up and configuring the printer on a network, depending on the Software and Documentation CD....
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...turn the printer off , wait about 10 seconds, and then turn the printer on page 122. This often fixes the problem. Troubleshooting 254 Understanding printer messages Answering The printer is blank or displays only diamonds The printer self test failed. MAKE SURE THE FAX FUNCTION...error messages. Wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn the printer back on . Turn the printer off and contact Customer Support. Troubleshooting Solving basic printer problems If there are correct. Printer control panel display is answering a fax call. Check the printer power switch. •...
...turn the printer off , wait about 10 seconds, and then turn the printer on page 122. This often fixes the problem. Troubleshooting 254 Understanding printer messages Answering The printer is blank or displays only diamonds The printer self test failed. MAKE SURE THE FAX FUNCTION...error messages. Wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn the printer back on . Turn the printer off and contact Customer Support. Troubleshooting Solving basic printer problems If there are correct. Printer control panel display is answering a fax call. Check the printer power switch. •...
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Wait for the message to clear the message and print without using the tray. Troubleshooting 255 Close front door Close the front door of text or images. Close door or insert cartridge The cartridge is a paper size or type. Change ...
Wait for the message to clear the message and print without using the tray. Troubleshooting 255 Close front door Close the front door of text or images. Close door or insert cartridge The cartridge is a paper size or type. Change ...
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... to clear the message. If the message appears again, then contact your system support person. If the message appears again, contact your system support person. Troubleshooting 256 Fax partition inoperative. Fax server 'To Format' not set up The Fax Station Number has not been entered. If the message appears again, contact...
... to clear the message. If the message appears again, then contact your system support person. If the message appears again, contact your system support person. Troubleshooting 256 Fax partition inoperative. Fax server 'To Format' not set up The Fax Station Number has not been entered. If the message appears again, contact...
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... following: • Load the specified paper in the multipurpose feeder. • Touch Continue to clear the message and continue printing. Invalid PIN Enter a valid PIN. Troubleshooting 257 If the printer finds a tray that tray. Load manual feeder with the correct paper type and size, it feeds from that has the correct...
... following: • Load the specified paper in the multipurpose feeder. • Touch Continue to clear the message and continue printing. Invalid PIN Enter a valid PIN. Troubleshooting 257 If the printer finds a tray that tray. Load manual feeder with the correct paper type and size, it feeds from that has the correct...
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Wait for the message to clear. Troubleshooting 258 Memory full, cannot print faxes There is loaded in Tray 1. No answer A fax number is dialed, but the job is not sent yet because ...
Wait for the message to clear. Troubleshooting 258 Memory full, cannot print faxes There is loaded in Tray 1. No answer A fax number is dialed, but the job is not sent yet because ...