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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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...that you want to view context-sensitive information. 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 a Macintosh operating system. The Help installs automatically with the...of the Help. The correct menu bar does not appear if the application is the active application. Click ? Note: Your printer may not have several applications open, then make it the active application. Click ? The electronic version installs automatically with these ...
...that you want to view context-sensitive information. 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 a Macintosh operating system. The Help installs automatically with the...of the Help. The correct menu bar does not appear if the application is the active application. Click ? Note: Your printer may not have several applications open, then make it the active application. Click ? The electronic version installs automatically with these ...
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...Where to find (rest of world) Telephone support Call us at Telephone numbers and support hours vary by Lexmark International, Inc. See the printed limited warranty that this printer will Limited Warranty included with this Warranty information varies by • US: 1-800-332-4120 country ...and may not be free of defects in English: Monday-Friday Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty 6:00 PM ET) that came with your printer. Customer support Description Where to find (North America) Where to find (rest of world) Limited...
...Where to find (rest of world) Telephone support Call us at Telephone numbers and support hours vary by Lexmark International, Inc. See the printed limited warranty that this printer will Limited Warranty included with this Warranty information varies by • US: 1-800-332-4120 country ...and may not be free of defects in English: Monday-Friday Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty 6:00 PM ET) that came with your printer. Customer support Description Where to find (North America) Where to find (rest of world) Limited...
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...a USB cable separately. 4 Networking Guide Note: Your printer model may not ship with this publication. 5 Quick Setup sheet 6 Print cartridges Setting up the printer 11 Note: If you want to connect the printer to a computer. Setting up the printer as the number of print cartridges, may vary by ... cable. Note: Contents, such as a copier only Use the following instructions if you about the printer software being installed. Setting up the printer Bypassing security warnings during software installation Third-party applications, including antivirus, security, and firewall programs may ...
...a USB cable separately. 4 Networking Guide Note: Your printer model may not ship with this publication. 5 Quick Setup sheet 6 Print cartridges Setting up the printer 11 Note: If you want to connect the printer to a computer. Setting up the printer as the number of print cartridges, may vary by ... cable. Note: Contents, such as a copier only Use the following instructions if you about the printer software being installed. Setting up the printer Bypassing security warnings during software installation Third-party applications, including antivirus, security, and firewall programs may ...
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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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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. 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.
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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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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 16 From the printer control panel, press . An alignment page prints. 17 Discard or recycle the alignment page.
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 16 From the printer control panel, press . An alignment page prints. 17 Discard or recycle the alignment page.
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... may not have this port simultaneously with the wireless network. • Green indicates that the printer is installed. • Orange - Check wireless status: • Off indicates that the printer is not turned on or that a memory card is being accessed. 6 Quick Connect laptop... port Connect a laptop computer to be configured for USB printing • Orange blinking indicates that the printer is configured but is connected to a wireless network. 4 PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera or a flash drive to communicate ...
... may not have this port simultaneously with the wireless network. • Green indicates that the printer is installed. • Orange - Check wireless status: • Off indicates that the printer is not turned on or that a memory card is being accessed. 6 Quick Connect laptop... port Connect a laptop computer to be configured for USB printing • Orange blinking indicates that the printer is configured but is connected to a wireless network. 4 PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera or a flash drive to communicate ...
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... not touch the USB port except when plugging in or removing a USB cable or installation cable. 5 Power supply with the Quick cable. Setting up the printer 19 Keep paper straight when feeding. 1 2 3 W I F I PRINTING 4 WI F I PRINTING 6 5 Use the To 1 Scanner glass Scan and copy photos ... computer using a USB Note: Do not use this port simultaneously with port Connect the printer to a wireless network. 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 print server. Use the...
... not touch the USB port except when plugging in or removing a USB cable or installation cable. 5 Power supply with the Quick cable. Setting up the printer 19 Keep paper straight when feeding. 1 2 3 W I F I PRINTING 4 WI F I PRINTING 6 5 Use the To 1 Scanner glass Scan and copy photos ... computer using a USB Note: Do not use this port simultaneously with port Connect the printer to a wireless network. 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 print server. Use the...
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...• Switch to the right. • Scroll through menus or settings on the display. Switch to Power Saver mode. Press and hold the printer. Access the copy menu and make copies. Note: Press to switch to color mode or black-and-white mode. for two seconds to turn ...off button • Two-line display that shows the printer status, messages, and menus • 11 buttons Press 1 2 3 / 4 5 6 7 8 12 1 11 OK 10 2 3 9 COPY SCAN PHOTO START 8 4 ON 5 7 6 To • Return to the ...
...• Switch to the right. • Scroll through menus or settings on the display. Switch to Power Saver mode. Press and hold the printer. Access the copy menu and make copies. Note: Press to switch to color mode or black-and-white mode. for two seconds to turn ...off button • Two-line display that shows the printer status, messages, and menus • 11 buttons Press 1 2 3 / 4 5 6 7 8 12 1 11 OK 10 2 3 9 COPY SCAN PHOTO START 8 4 ON 5 7 6 To • Return to the ...
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...8226; Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in a submenu. • Feed or eject paper. Access the setup menu and change printer settings: Setting up the printer 21 Using the printer menus A number of the previous mode. • Clear current settings or error messages, and return to default settings. • Select a... you to the left. • Scroll through menus or settings on the display. • Save settings. • Move one place to change printer settings. Note: Other button lights are available to make it easy for 3 seconds to feed or eject paper from a menu level of the Setup...
...8226; Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in a submenu. • Feed or eject paper. Access the setup menu and change printer settings: Setting up the printer 21 Using the printer menus A number of the previous mode. • Clear current settings or error messages, and return to default settings. • Select a... you to the left. • Scroll through menus or settings on the display. • Save settings. • Move one place to change printer settings. Note: Other button lights are available to make it easy for 3 seconds to feed or eject paper from a menu level of the Setup...
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...8226; Print Test Page Device Setup • Language • Country • Power Saver • Clear Settings Timeout Network Setup (appears only if the printer is connected to a network) • Print Setup Page • Wireless Information • TCP/IP • File Print • Reset Network Adapter ...; Memory Card (does not appear if a memory card is already inserted into the printer) Select Computer (appears only if the printer is enabled only when you insert a memory device into the printer. Easy Photo • Print • Photo Size • Paper Size Print Photos • Print ...
...8226; Print Test Page Device Setup • Language • Country • Power Saver • Clear Settings Timeout Network Setup (appears only if the printer is connected to a network) • Print Setup Page • Wireless Information • TCP/IP • File Print • Reset Network Adapter ...; Memory Card (does not appear if a memory card is already inserted into the printer) Select Computer (appears only if the printer is enabled only when you insert a memory device into the printer. Easy Photo • Print • Photo Size • Paper Size Print Photos • Print ...
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... a photograph. You can choose from one , four, nine, or 16 images per sheet. Make high-quality reprints of a copy. Setting up the printer 23 Choose to resize the copy by a percentage or according to print on the flash drive. Specify the type of paper. Choose how many pages... Type Original Size Layout Quality Note: The File Print menu is enabled when you insert a flash drive that contains document files into the printer. You can Specify the number of an image to other options. Copy menu Copies Quality Lighter/Darker Resize Original Size Photo Reprint Collate Pages...
... a photograph. You can choose from one , four, nine, or 16 images per sheet. Make high-quality reprints of a copy. Setting up the printer 23 Choose to resize the copy by a percentage or according to print on the flash drive. Specify the type of paper. Choose how many pages... Type Original Size Layout Quality Note: The File Print menu is enabled when you insert a flash drive that contains document files into the printer. You can Specify the number of an image to other options. Copy menu Copies Quality Lighter/Darker Resize Original Size Photo Reprint Collate Pages...