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www.lexmark.com X6100 Series User's Guide for Windows • "Learning about your All-In-One" on page 9 Information about the printer parts and software. • "Networking" on page 75 How to use your All-In-One in a network environment. • "Maintaining your All-In-One" on page 76 Caring for your print cartridges and ordering supplies. • "Troubleshooting" on page 87 Information about setup problems, error messages, print quality problems, paper jams, and much more.
www.lexmark.com X6100 Series User's Guide for Windows • "Learning about your All-In-One" on page 9 Information about the printer parts and software. • "Networking" on page 75 How to use your All-In-One in a network environment. • "Maintaining your All-In-One" on page 76 Caring for your print cartridges and ordering supplies. • "Troubleshooting" on page 87 Information about setup problems, error messages, print quality problems, paper jams, and much more.
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... 55 Send a fax 57 Send a fax from your PC 61 Customize a fax job 62 Networking 75 Maintaining your All-In-One 76 Replace the print cartridges 76 ii
... 55 Send a fax 57 Send a fax from your PC 61 Customize a fax job 62 Networking 75 Maintaining your All-In-One 76 Replace the print cartridges 76 ii
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Align the print cartridges 81 Improve print quality 82 Preserve the print cartridges 85 Clean the scanner glass 85 Order supplies 86 Troubleshooting 87 Setup troubleshooting 87 General troubleshooting 87 More troubleshooting options 103 Fax troubleshooting 104 iii
Align the print cartridges 81 Improve print quality 82 Preserve the print cartridges 85 Clean the scanner glass 85 Order supplies 86 Troubleshooting 87 Setup troubleshooting 87 General troubleshooting 87 More troubleshooting options 103 Fax troubleshooting 104 iii
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... your All-In-One: • Power supply • Line cord • Setup sheet • Installation software CD • User's Guide • Black print cartridge • Color print cartridge The setup sheet provides instructions on how to set up your desktop, and then click Help. 1 To access the help: Click the... Lexmark X6100 Series All-In-One Center icon on your All-In-One hardware and software and information on using the All-In-One software....
... your All-In-One: • Power supply • Line cord • Setup sheet • Installation software CD • User's Guide • Black print cartridge • Color print cartridge The setup sheet provides instructions on how to set up your desktop, and then click Help. 1 To access the help: Click the... Lexmark X6100 Series All-In-One Center icon on your All-In-One hardware and software and information on using the All-In-One software....
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... (attached to the All-In-One. Stack paper as it has gone through the ADF. Keep the scanner unit open. • Install or change print cartridges. • Lock or unlock the scanner. Note: Lock the scanner if you want to: Copy or fax multiple pages. Connect the telephone line. 12 Supply...
... (attached to the All-In-One. Stack paper as it has gone through the ADF. Keep the scanner unit open. • Install or change print cartridges. • Lock or unlock the scanner. Note: Lock the scanner if you want to: Copy or fax multiple pages. Connect the telephone line. 12 Supply...
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Maintenance Contact Information Advanced • Install a new print cartridge. • Order new cartridges. • Print a test page. • Clean your print cartridges to edit document text. 1 From your desktop, double-click the Lexmark X6100 Series All-In-One Center icon. The All-In-One Main Page ...; Order ink cartridges or supplies. • Get an All-In-One software update. • See special offers. • Register your All-In-One. • View Lexmark phone numbers. • Visit the Lexmark Customer Support Web site. • Change voice or appearance options. • See...
Maintenance Contact Information Advanced • Install a new print cartridge. • Order new cartridges. • Print a test page. • Clean your print cartridges to edit document text. 1 From your desktop, double-click the Lexmark X6100 Series All-In-One Center icon. The All-In-One Main Page ...; Order ink cartridges or supplies. • Get an All-In-One software update. • See special offers. • Register your All-In-One. • View Lexmark phone numbers. • Visit the Lexmark Customer Support Web site. • Change voice or appearance options. • See...
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... collate color copies from the All-In-One software. The options are: • Off • Low (default) • High • Check ink levels. • Change cartridges. • Align cartridges. • Clean cartridges. • Print a test page.
... collate color copies from the All-In-One software. The options are: • Off • Low (default) • High • Check ink levels. • Change cartridges. • Align cartridges. • Clean cartridges. • Print a test page.
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...; Use Factory • Use Current Advanced Fax options From this Advanced Fax option: Redial attempts Redial interval You can : • Check ink levels. • Change cartridges. • Align cartridges. • Clean cartridges. • Print a test page.
...; Use Factory • Use Current Advanced Fax options From this Advanced Fax option: Redial attempts Redial interval You can : • Check ink levels. • Change cartridges. • Align cartridges. • Clean cartridges. • Print a test page.
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The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the All-In-One is on. 2 Lift the scanner unit until the scanner support keeps it open. Maintaining your All-In-One Replace the print cartridges The Lexmark X6100 Series uses the following cartridges: Item: Black cartridge Color cartridge Part number: 82 83 or 88 Note: For information about ordering supplies, see page 86. 1 Make sure the All-In-One is busy. 76
The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the All-In-One is on. 2 Lift the scanner unit until the scanner support keeps it open. Maintaining your All-In-One Replace the print cartridges The Lexmark X6100 Series uses the following cartridges: Item: Black cartridge Color cartridge Part number: 82 83 or 88 Note: For information about ordering supplies, see page 86. 1 Make sure the All-In-One is busy. 76
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Warning: Do not touch the gold contact area on the cartridge lids, and then lift the lids. 4 Remove the old cartridges. Store them in an air-tight container or dispose of them. 5 If you are installing new cartridges, remove the foam, sticker, and transparent tape from the bottom of the cartridges. 3 Squeeze the tabs on the cartridges. 77
Warning: Do not touch the gold contact area on the cartridge lids, and then lift the lids. 4 Remove the old cartridges. Store them in an air-tight container or dispose of them. 5 If you are installing new cartridges, remove the foam, sticker, and transparent tape from the bottom of the cartridges. 3 Squeeze the tabs on the cartridges. 77
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6 Insert the black cartridge in the left carrier and the color cartridge in the right carrier. 7 Snap the lids closed. 78
6 Insert the black cartridge in the left carrier and the color cartridge in the right carrier. 7 Snap the lids closed. 78
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... right arrow button once, and then press Select. 80 9 Load paper into the paper support. 10 Use the buttons on the display: a If the color cartridge you are using , press the right arrow button until the correct part number appears, and then press Select. If it is new (it is not... the number of the cartridge you are using , press Select. b If the part number that appear on the control panel to answer the questions that appears is the number of...
... right arrow button once, and then press Select. 80 9 Load paper into the paper support. 10 Use the buttons on the display: a If the color cartridge you are using , press the right arrow button until the correct part number appears, and then press Select. If it is new (it is not... the number of the cartridge you are using , press Select. b If the part number that appear on the control panel to answer the questions that appears is the number of...
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... using. To solve print quality problems Align your cartridges to ensure proper installation. Align the print cartridges There are two instances when you align your print cartridges: after installing new cartridges and to solve print quality problems. After installing new cartridges After you are wavy. 1 Load paper in... the paper support. 2 Press Select to choose the part number that appears should be the number of the cartridge you install your automatic alignment is loaded in the paper support. 2 On the control panel, press Copy. 3 Press Options until Maintenance...
... using. To solve print quality problems Align your cartridges to ensure proper installation. Align the print cartridges There are two instances when you align your print cartridges: after installing new cartridges and to solve print quality problems. After installing new cartridges After you are wavy. 1 Load paper in... the paper support. 2 Press Select to choose the part number that appears should be the number of the cartridge you install your automatic alignment is loaded in the paper support. 2 On the control panel, press Copy. 3 Press Options until Maintenance...
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...click Properties, Preferences, or Options. 3 From the Quality/Speed area, select Better or Best. c Print your document, make sure you are using a photo cartridge. • Use paper that is a heavier weight, bright white, or coated. • Select a higher print quality: 1 From your automatic alignment is...software application, click File Print. For example, use photo paper if you want, follow these steps: 1 Reinsert the print cartridges: a Remove the print cartridges. If your document still does not have the print quality you are not satisfied with the print quality of your document ...
...click Properties, Preferences, or Options. 3 From the Quality/Speed area, select Better or Best. c Print your document, make sure you are using a photo cartridge. • Use paper that is a heavier weight, bright white, or coated. • Select a higher print quality: 1 From your automatic alignment is...software application, click File Print. For example, use photo paper if you want, follow these steps: 1 Reinsert the print cartridges: a Remove the print cartridges. If your document still does not have the print quality you are not satisfied with the print quality of your document ...
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... the print quality, continue with water. 83 b Click Start Programs Lexmark X6100 Series Lexmark X6100 Series All-In-One Center. b Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with step 3, and then print your document again. 3 Wipe the print cartridge nozzles and contacts: a Remove the print cartridges. d Press the right arrow until Maintenance appears on the display...
... the print quality, continue with water. 83 b Click Start Programs Lexmark X6100 Series Lexmark X6100 Series All-In-One Center. b Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with step 3, and then print your document again. 3 Wipe the print cartridge nozzles and contacts: a Remove the print cartridges. d Press the right arrow until Maintenance appears on the display...
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g Reinsert the print cartridges. f Let the nozzles and contacts dry completely. h Clean the print nozzles. i Print your document again. 84 Contacts e With another clean section of the cloth, repeat steps c through d. c Gently hold the cloth against the nozzles for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown. Nozzles d Using another clean section of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown. For help, see page 83.
g Reinsert the print cartridges. f Let the nozzles and contacts dry completely. h Clean the print nozzles. i Print your document again. 84 Contacts e With another clean section of the cloth, repeat steps c through d. c Gently hold the cloth against the nozzles for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown. Nozzles d Using another clean section of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown. For help, see page 83.
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... does not improve, repeat step 3 up to replace, clean, or store it in its packaging until you are apparent. The print cartridges do not recommend use Lexmark supplies. We do not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period because the ink dries. Note: Make sure all ink or... corrective fluid on the scanner glass. 85 Preserve the print cartridges To ensure the longest life from your print cartridges and optimum performance ...
... does not improve, repeat step 3 up to replace, clean, or store it in its packaging until you are apparent. The print cartridges do not recommend use Lexmark supplies. We do not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period because the ink dries. Note: Make sure all ink or... corrective fluid on the scanner glass. 85 Preserve the print cartridges To ensure the longest life from your print cartridges and optimum performance ...
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Item: Black cartridge Color cartridge USB cable Part number: 82 83 or 88 12A2405 86 Order supplies To order All-In-One supplies or to locate a dealer near you, contact the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
Item: Black cartridge Color cartridge USB cable Part number: 82 83 or 88 12A2405 86 Order supplies To order All-In-One supplies or to locate a dealer near you, contact the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
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...locating the scanner lock, see page 76. • The paper is firmly plugged into your All-In-One. For help , see page 24. 87 The Lexmark X6100 Series supports these operating systems: Windows 98 Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP General troubleshooting When your All-In-One has a problem, before contacting... problems while setting up your All-In-One, make sure: • The power supply is loaded correctly. For help , see the picture of both print cartridges. For help , see page 76. • You removed the sticker and tape from the bottom of the All-In-One on page 11. • ...
...locating the scanner lock, see page 76. • The paper is firmly plugged into your All-In-One. For help , see page 24. 87 The Lexmark X6100 Series supports these operating systems: Windows 98 Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP General troubleshooting When your All-In-One has a problem, before contacting... problems while setting up your All-In-One, make sure: • The power supply is loaded correctly. For help , see the picture of both print cartridges. For help , see page 76. • You removed the sticker and tape from the bottom of the All-In-One on page 11. • ...
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Note: If you have not unlocked the scanner, you will hear a loud banging noise when you have both of the print cartridges. The Lexmark X6100 Series only works if you turn the All-In-One back on. Problem: Document does not print Document prints slowly Document misfeeds or jams..., see page 76. • You remove the stickers, transparent tape, and foam from the bottom of the print cartridges. To purchase a USB cable, part number 12A2405, visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. If your All-In-One is attached to a computer, make sure: • Both your computer and your...
Note: If you have not unlocked the scanner, you will hear a loud banging noise when you have both of the print cartridges. The Lexmark X6100 Series only works if you turn the All-In-One back on. Problem: Document does not print Document prints slowly Document misfeeds or jams..., see page 76. • You remove the stickers, transparent tape, and foam from the bottom of the print cartridges. To purchase a USB cable, part number 12A2405, visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. If your All-In-One is attached to a computer, make sure: • Both your computer and your...