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... Setup menu ...25 Saving settings...26 Using the printer software...28 Installing printer software ...28 Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only 29 Using the Windows printer software...30 Using the Macintosh printer software...31 Switching between the rear USB port and...wireless network (selected models only 34 Wireless network compatibility...34 Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network 34 Installing the printer on a wireless network...35 Wireless installation instructions (France only)...35 Configuring an IP address manually...36 Interpreting...
... Setup menu ...25 Saving settings...26 Using the printer software...28 Installing printer software ...28 Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only 29 Using the Windows printer software...30 Using the Macintosh printer software...31 Switching between the rear USB port and...wireless network (selected models only 34 Wireless network compatibility...34 Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network 34 Installing the printer on a wireless network...35 Wireless installation instructions (France only)...35 Configuring an IP address manually...36 Interpreting...
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Advanced wireless setup...39 Creating an ad hoc wireless network ...39 Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network 43 Frequently asked questions...43 What is a network? ...43 How are home networks configured?...43 Why do I need ... wireless signal strength? ...48 What is an SSID? ...50 How do I find out what type of security my network is using 50 Can I use my printer on a USB and a wireless connection at the same time 50 What is a MAC address?...50 How do I find the MAC address? ...51 What is an...
Advanced wireless setup...39 Creating an ad hoc wireless network ...39 Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network 43 Frequently asked questions...43 What is a network? ...43 How are home networks configured?...43 Why do I need ... wireless signal strength? ...48 What is an SSID? ...50 How do I find out what type of security my network is using 50 Can I use my printer on a USB and a wireless connection at the same time 50 What is a MAC address?...50 How do I find the MAC address? ...51 What is an...
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... 76 Printing photos...76 Printing photos using the printer control panel ...76 Printing photos from the computer using the printer software 77 Printing photos from a memory device using the printer software 78 Applying color effects to photos using the printer control panel 79 Printing photos from a PictBridge-...Copying photos...83 Enlarging or reducing images...83 Adjusting copy quality...84 Making a copy lighter or darker...84 Collating copies using the printer control panel...85 Repeating an image on one page...85 Copying multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up)...86 Canceling a copy job......
... 76 Printing photos...76 Printing photos using the printer control panel ...76 Printing photos from the computer using the printer software 77 Printing photos from a memory device using the printer software 78 Applying color effects to photos using the printer control panel 79 Printing photos from a PictBridge-...Copying photos...83 Enlarging or reducing images...83 Adjusting copy quality...84 Making a copy lighter or darker...84 Collating copies using the printer control panel...85 Repeating an image on one page...85 Copying multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up)...86 Canceling a copy job......
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Faxing 91 Sending a fax using the computer...91 Receiving a fax...92 Maintaining the printer 94 Maintaining print cartridges...94 Installing print cartridges...94 Removing a used print cartridge ...95 Refilling print cartridges...96 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...96 Aligning print cartridges ...97 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...97 Checking ink levels...98 Wiping...
Faxing 91 Sending a fax using the computer...91 Receiving a fax...92 Maintaining the printer 94 Maintaining print cartridges...94 Installing print cartridges...94 Removing a used print cartridge ...95 Refilling print cartridges...96 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...96 Aligning print cartridges ...97 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...97 Checking ink levels...98 Wiping...
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... Wi-Fi indicator light is still orange ...122 Wireless print server not installed ...124 "Communication not available" message displays when printing wirelessly 124 Communication with printer lost when connected to Virtual Private Network (VPN 124 Resetting the internal wireless print server to factory default settings 124 Notices 126 Product information...126...
... Wi-Fi indicator light is still orange ...122 Wireless print server not installed ...124 "Communication not available" message displays when printing wirelessly 124 Communication with printer lost when connected to Virtual Private Network (VPN 124 Resetting the internal wireless print server to factory default settings 124 Notices 126 Product information...126...
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...list. 3 From the program, click Help to view context-sensitive information. Complete instructions for using the printer software on a Windows operating system. Additional instructions for using the printer. Note: If you want to view the main page of the Help. The Help installs automatically with ...the applications. 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder. 2 Double-click the application. 3 From the application, click Help on the menu bar to use is not active. Click ? ...
...list. 3 From the program, click Help to view context-sensitive information. Complete instructions for using the printer software on a Windows operating system. Additional instructions for using the printer. Note: If you want to view the main page of the Help. The Help installs automatically with ...the applications. 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder. 2 Double-click the application. 3 From the application, click Help on the menu bar to use is not active. Click ? ...
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..., Inc. Support in English: Monday-Friday Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the Statement of this printer, warranty that this printer will Limited Warranty included with your printer. Customer Support link. 4 Select your printer family. months after the original date of purchase. 2 Click Warranty Information. 3 Click Statement of Limited Warranty for a period of...
..., Inc. Support in English: Monday-Friday Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the Statement of this printer, warranty that this printer will Limited Warranty included with your printer. Customer Support link. 4 Select your printer family. months after the original date of purchase. 2 Click Warranty Information. 3 Click Statement of Limited Warranty for a period of...
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...F I PRINTING 1 5 4 3 2 1 Power cord 2 Printer software CD 3 USB cable or installation cable Note: Your printer model may not come with this publication. 5 Quick Setup sheet 6 Print cartridges Setting up the printer Bypassing security warnings during software installation Third-party applications, including antivirus, .... 4 Networking Guide Note: Your printer model may not ship with the printer. 1 Unpack the printer. For your computer. Note: If you want to connect the printer to be installed on your printer to work properly, allow the printer software to a computer. Note: ...
...F I PRINTING 1 5 4 3 2 1 Power cord 2 Printer software CD 3 USB cable or installation cable Note: Your printer model may not come with this publication. 5 Quick Setup sheet 6 Print cartridges Setting up the printer Bypassing security warnings during software installation Third-party applications, including antivirus, .... 4 Networking Guide Note: Your printer model may not ship with the printer. 1 Unpack the printer. For your computer. Note: If you want to connect the printer to be installed on your printer to work properly, allow the printer software to a computer. Note: ...
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WI F I PRINTING 4 Extend the paper guides. 2 1 W I F I PRINTING 3 Raise the paper support, and then extend the paper exit tray. WI F I PRINTING 5 Connect the power cord to the printer, and then to an electrical outlet that is easily accessible and near the printer. 2 1 Setting up the printer 12 2 Remove all tape and packing material from all areas of the printer.
WI F I PRINTING 4 Extend the paper guides. 2 1 W I F I PRINTING 3 Raise the paper support, and then extend the paper exit tray. WI F I PRINTING 5 Connect the power cord to the printer, and then to an electrical outlet that is easily accessible and near the printer. 2 1 Setting up the printer 12 2 Remove all tape and packing material from all areas of the printer.
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WI F I PRINTING 7 If prompted, set the language. 8 If prompted, set the country/region. 1 2 1 1 2 1 Setting up the printer 13 6 Press to turn on the printer.
WI F I PRINTING 7 If prompted, set the language. 8 If prompted, set the country/region. 1 2 1 1 2 1 Setting up the printer 13 6 Press to turn on the printer.
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9 Open the printer, and then press down on the print cartridge carrier levers. 10 Open the color cartridge foil, and then remove the cartridge from the pack. 11 If a storage unit is included, remove the color cartridge from the storage unit. 2 1 Setting up the printer 14
9 Open the printer, and then press down on the print cartridge carrier levers. 10 Open the color cartridge foil, and then remove the cartridge from the pack. 11 If a storage unit is included, remove the color cartridge from the storage unit. 2 1 Setting up the printer 14
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12 Remove the tape from the color print cartridge, insert the cartridge in the right carrier, and then close the color cartridge lid. 13 If a black print cartridge is included in the box contents, open the black cartridge foil, and then remove the cartridge from the pack. Setting up the printer 15 Note: You may need to purchase a black print cartridge separately.
12 Remove the tape from the color print cartridge, insert the cartridge in the right carrier, and then close the color cartridge lid. 13 If a black print cartridge is included in the box contents, open the black cartridge foil, and then remove the cartridge from the pack. Setting up the printer 15 Note: You may need to purchase a black print cartridge separately.
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14 Remove the tape from the black print cartridge, insert the cartridge in the left cartridge carrier, and then close the cartridge carrier lid. 15 Close the printer, and then load plain paper. 1 2 Setting up the printer 16
14 Remove the tape from the black print cartridge, insert the cartridge in the left cartridge carrier, and then close the cartridge carrier lid. 15 Close the printer, and then load plain paper. 1 2 Setting up the printer 16
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An alignment page prints. 17 Discard or recycle the alignment page. 16 From the printer control panel, press . Notes: • The alignment page may differ from the one shown. • Streaks on the alignment page are normal and do not indicate a problem. Setting up the printer 17
An alignment page prints. 17 Discard or recycle the alignment page. 16 From the printer control panel, press . Notes: • The alignment page may differ from the one shown. • Streaks on the alignment page are normal and do not indicate a problem. Setting up the printer 17
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...tray Hold paper as it exits. Understanding the parts of the printer 11 10 1 9 8 WI F I PRINTING 2 7 6 5 3 4 Use the To 1 Paper support Load paper. 2 Printer control panel Operate the printer. 3 Wi-Fi indicator Note: Your printer model may not have wireless capability and may not have this... that no wireless option is connected for wireless printing - Check wireless status: • Off indicates that the printer is not turned on or that the printer is connected to a wireless network. 4 PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera or a flash drive to...
...tray Hold paper as it exits. Understanding the parts of the printer 11 10 1 9 8 WI F I PRINTING 2 7 6 5 3 4 Use the To 1 Paper support Load paper. 2 Printer control panel Operate the printer. 3 Wi-Fi indicator Note: Your printer model may not have wireless capability and may not have this... that no wireless option is connected for wireless printing - Check wireless status: • Off indicates that the printer is not turned on or that the printer is connected to a wireless network. 4 PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera or a flash drive to...
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... when plugging in or removing a USB cable or installation cable. 5 Power supply with port Connect the printer to a power source. 6 Internal wireless print server Note: Your printer model may not have wireless capability and may not have this port simultaneously with the Quick cable. Connect laptop... port. Setting up the printer 19 Connect the printer to a desktop computer using a USB Note: Do not use this print server. Use the 9 Top cover 10 Paper feed...
... when plugging in or removing a USB cable or installation cable. 5 Power supply with port Connect the printer to a power source. 6 Internal wireless print server Note: Your printer model may not have wireless capability and may not have this port simultaneously with the Quick cable. Connect laptop... port. Setting up the printer 19 Connect the printer to a desktop computer using a USB Note: Do not use this print server. Use the 9 Top cover 10 Paper feed...
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... scan documents. • Turn the printer on the display. Press and hold the printer. Using the printer control panel buttons and menus Using the printer control panel The printer control panel contains: • Power on/off button • Two-line display that shows the printer status, messages, and menus •... a number. • Move the cursor one place to the right. • Scroll through menus or settings on and off Setting up the printer 20 Access the photo menu and print photos. Access the copy menu and make copies. for two seconds to turn off . • Switch to...
... scan documents. • Turn the printer on the display. Press and hold the printer. Using the printer control panel buttons and menus Using the printer control panel The printer control panel contains: • Power on/off button • Two-line display that shows the printer status, messages, and menus •... a number. • Move the cursor one place to the right. • Scroll through menus or settings on and off Setting up the printer 20 Access the photo menu and print photos. Access the copy menu and make copies. for two seconds to turn off . • Switch to...
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.... • Move the cursor one level deeper in progress. • Exit from a menu level of the Copy, Scan, Photo, and File Print menus to change printer settings. Press and hold for you to the top level of the previous mode. • Clear current settings or error messages, and return to default... or eject paper from a menu level of the Setup menu to the top level of a menu. • Exit from the printer. Access the setup menu and change printer settings: Setting up the printer 21 Press 9 10 11 12 To • Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in a submenu. • Feed or eject paper...
.... • Move the cursor one level deeper in progress. • Exit from a menu level of the Copy, Scan, Photo, and File Print menus to change printer settings. Press and hold for you to the top level of the previous mode. • Clear current settings or error messages, and return to default... or eject paper from a menu level of the Setup menu to the top level of a menu. • Exit from the printer. Access the setup menu and change printer settings: Setting up the printer 21 Press 9 10 11 12 To • Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in a submenu. • Feed or eject paper...
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...Print All • Print Date Range • Scan Sheet Save Photos • Computer (appears only if the printer is connected directly to a computer) • Network (appears only if the printer is connected to a network) • USB Flash Drive (does not appear if a flash drive is already ...8226; Paper Type • Photo Print Size • Set Defaults Photo menu Note: The Photo menu is connected to a network) Setting up the printer 22 Menus List Setup menu Maintenance • Ink Levels • Clean Cartridges • Align Cartridges • Print Test Page Device Setup • Language...
...Print All • Print Date Range • Scan Sheet Save Photos • Computer (appears only if the printer is connected directly to a computer) • Network (appears only if the printer is connected to a network) • USB Flash Drive (does not appear if a flash drive is already ...8226; Paper Type • Photo Print Size • Set Defaults Photo menu Note: The Photo menu is connected to a network) Setting up the printer 22 Menus List Setup menu Maintenance • Ink Levels • Clean Cartridges • Align Cartridges • Print Test Page Device Setup • Language...
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...menu Scan to Note: The PictBridge menu is enabled • Computer only when you insert a flash drive that contains document files into the printer. • USB Flash Drive Photo Size • Memory Card Paper Size Quality Paper Type Original Size Layout Quality Note: The File Print... panel. The last page copied is enabled when you insert a • Network (appears only if the printer is connected to a network) PictBridge-enabled camera into the printer. Using the Copy menu To access the Copy menu, press on the flash drive. Copy multiple pages as Automatic, Draft,...
...menu Scan to Note: The PictBridge menu is enabled • Computer only when you insert a flash drive that contains document files into the printer. • USB Flash Drive Photo Size • Memory Card Paper Size Quality Paper Type Original Size Layout Quality Note: The File Print... panel. The last page copied is enabled when you insert a • Network (appears only if the printer is connected to a network) PictBridge-enabled camera into the printer. Using the Copy menu To access the Copy menu, press on the flash drive. Copy multiple pages as Automatic, Draft,...