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    you are ready to install it. 2. In addition to the Dell™ Laser Multi-Function Printer 1815dn, ensure that you have the following items in the box. If there is a missing item, contact Dell: toner cartridge owner's manual Drivers and Utilities CDb power corda telephone line cord terminatorc setup
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    side of the quick reference guide (optional). 7. Attach the quick reference guide (optional) to the space on the operator panel. About Your Multi-Function Printer These are the main components of your printer. The following illustrations show the standard Dell Laser MFP 1815dn and an optional tray
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    Rear View a. If the phone communication is serial in your country (such as Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Austria, Belgium, Italy, France and Switzerland), you must remove the plug from the Phone connector and insert the supplied terminator. b. You can buy and install a locking unit to prevent the
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    in edit mode. Fonts The Dell Laser printer supports the following fonts: Installing the Toner Cartridge 1. Open the front cover. CAUTION: To prevent damage, do not expose the toner cartridge to light for more than a few minutes. 2. Remove the toner cartridge from its bag and thoroughly shake
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    : Do not touch the green underside of the toner cartridge. Use the handle on the cartridge to avoid touching this area. 3. Holding the toner cartridge by the handle, slide it into the printer until it locks firmly into place. 4. Close the front cover. Loading Paper Load up to 250 sheets of plain
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    limit marks on the both inside walls of the tray. NOTE: Overloading the paper tray may cause paper jams. 6. Slide in the paper length guide until it lightly touches the end of the paper stack. For paper smaller than Letter size, adjust the front paper length guide so that it lightly touches the
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    the side of the stack. NOTE: Improper adjustment of paper guides can result in paper jams. 8. Insert and slide the paper tray back into the printer. 9. Set the paper type and size. See "Setting the Paper Type" and "Setting the Paper Size". Making Connections Connecting the Telephone Line 1. Plug one
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    to a network instead of your computer, skip this step and go on to "Connecting the printer to the Network". NOTE: USB cables are sold separately. Contact Dell to purchase a USB cable. NOTE: Connecting the printer to the USB port of the computer requires a certified USB cable. You will need to buy
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    indicating that the printer is now on. To view your display text in another language, see "Changing the Display Language". Dell Laser MFP 1815dn Menu Functions 1. Paper Setup Paper Size Paper Type 2. Copy Defaults # of copies Zoom Contrast Quality Select Tray Duplex 4. Scan Defaults Image
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    ) or select the displayed setting. User Setup Send to Self Default From Default Subj Email Forward Control Access Set Passcode CCD Power Save Toner Save Select Country Global Access Import Setting Export Setting Clear Settings Print Sys. Data 12. Maintenance Clean Drum Clear Settings Changing the
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    Activating this mode extends the life of the toner cartridge longer than the normal mode, but it reduces the print quality. NOTE: For PC-printing, you can also turn on or off the Toner Save mode in the printer properties. See "Graphics Tab". To turn the Toner Save mode on: 1. Press Scroll ( or ) to
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    ). 4. Press Scroll ( or ) to display the timeout value you want. You can select from 15, 30, 60 and 180 (seconds). Selecting Off means that the printer does not restore the default settings until you press Start ( ) to begin copying or faxing, or Cancel ( ) to cancel. 5. Press Select ( ) to save the
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    an Original Document Making Copies Setting Copy Options Using Special Copy Features Printing Copies on Both Sides of Paper Changing the Default Settings Loading Paper for Copying The instructions for loading print materials are the same whether you are printing, faxing, or copying. For further
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    ink or correction fluid on the paper is completely dry before loading documents. l Do not load documents containing different sizes or weights of paper Adjust the document width guides to the correct document size. Make sure that the bottom of the document stack matches the paper size marked on the
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    and align it with the registration guide on the top left corner open while copying may affect the copy quality and toner consumption. Making Copies NOTE: A computer connection is not glass and the document glass before use. See "Cleaning the scanner". 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in
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    Setting Copy Options The Copy menus on the operator panel let you customize all the basic copy options; number of copies, copy size, contrast and image quality. Set the following options for the current copy job before pressing Start ( ) to make copies. NOTE: If you press Cancel ( ) while you set
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    . See "ID Copying". l Auto Fit: Automatically reduces or enlarges the original image to fit on the paper currently loaded in the printer. See "Auto Fit Copying". l Poster: Prints an image onto 9 sheets of paper (3 by 3). You can paste the printed pages together to make one poster-size document. See
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    Auto Fit does not work. NOTE: You cannot adjust the copy size using the Zoom menu while the Auto Fit copying is enabled. To make the Auto Fit copying: 1. Load the document to be copied on the document glass, and close the document cover. 2. Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Copy and press Select ( ).
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    Copies on Both Sides of Paper You can set the printer to print copies on both sides of paper automatically. 1. Load the documents to be copied in the ADF. 2. Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Copy and press Select ( ). 3. Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Duplex and press Select ( ). 4. Press Scroll
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    Number Keypad to Enter Characters As you perform various tasks, you may need to enter names and numbers. For example, when you set up your printer, you enter your name or your company's name and telephone number. When you store fax numbers in memory, you may also enter the corresponding names
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    time and date are printed on all faxes. NOTE: You may need to change the correct time and date if loss of power to the printer occurs. To set the time and date: 1. Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Menu and press Select ( ). 2. Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Machine Setup and press
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    if a wrong number is entered. Changing the Clock Mode You can set your printer to display the current time using either the 12-hour or the 24-hour Off, Low, Med and High. Setting Off means that the ringer turns off. The printer works normally even if the ringer is turned off. 5. Press Select ( ) to
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    set in the Rings to Answer option. If the user memory is full, the printer can no longer receive any incoming fax. Secure free memory to resume by removing data stored in the memory. • Tel mode (manual receive mode): Manual receive mode is enabled when automatic fax reception is turned off. You can
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    Duplex • DRPD Mode: Before using the Distinctive Ring Pattern Detection (DRPD) option, distinctive ring service longer than the paper installed in your printer, you can set the printer to discard any Settings range from 0-9. See "Receiving Manually Using an Extension Telephone" for more
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    containing shades of gray or photographs. Documents with colors. Sending a color fax is enabled only if the remote printer supports color fax reception and you send the fax manually. In this mode, the memory transmission is not available. NOTE: Faxes scanned in Super Fine resolution may transmit
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    a Fax NOTE: The Dell Laser MFP 1815dn cannot receive color faxes. printer. When the memory is full, the printer can no longer receive any incoming fax. Secure free memory to resume by removing data stored in the memory. Loading Paper for Receiving Faxes The instructions for loading paper in the paper
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    to your machine, your printer may automatically go into Fax mode after a predefined number of rings. Receiving Manually Using an Extension Telephone Faxes Using the DRPD Mode "Distinctive Ring" is a telephone company service which enables you to use a single telephone line to answer several
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    . If you receive a fax while you are copying, printing, or run out of paper or toner, your printer stores incoming faxes in the memory. As soon as you finish copying, printing, or resupply the consumables, the printer automatically prints the fax. Automatic Dialing Speed Dialing You can store up to
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    Editing Speed Dial Numbers You can edit a specific speed dial number. 1. Press Directory ( ) on the operator panel. OR Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Fax and press Select ( ). OR Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Menu and press Select ( ). Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Directory and press Select
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    OR Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Fax and press Select ( ). OR Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Menu and press Select ( ). Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Directory and press Select ( ). 2. Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight PhoneBook and press Select ( ). 3. Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Add
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    you want to dial display. You can search upwards or downwards through the entire memory in alphabetical order, from A to Z. While searching through the printer's memory, you can see that each entry is preceded by one of two letters; "S" for speed dial or "G" for group dial number. These letters
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    the name "MOBILE", press the 6 button, which is labeled with "MNO". 6. Press Scroll ( or ) to display to dial. Printing a Phonebook List You can check your automatic dial setting by printing a Phonebook document is loaded in the ADF, the printer automatically begins to send. For the document loaded
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    Contrast" and "Adjusting the Document Resolution". 4. Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Broadcast Fax and press Select ( ). 5. Enter the number of the remote printer using the number keypad. You can also use one, two, or three-digit speed dial or group dial numbers. 6. Press Select ( ) to confirm the
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    load another page. Select Yes to add. Otherwise, select No. 14. The printer returns to Standby mode. The display reminds you that you are in Standby mode page. Select Yes to add. Otherwise, select No. 11. The printer shows the number being dialed and begins sending the document. Adding Documents to
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    jobs reserved in memory. 6. Press Scroll ( or ) until you see the fax job to which you want to add documents to and press Select ( ). The printer automatically stores the documents in the memory, and the display shows the memory capacity and the number of pages. For the document loaded on the
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    to return to Standby mode. Printing Reports The following reports are available: Phonebook List This list shows all of the numbers currently stored in the printer's memory as speed dial and group dial numbers. You can print this Phonebook list using Directory ( ) on the operator panel; see "Printing
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    mode at any time by pressing Cancel ( ). Advanced Fax Setting Options Option Send Forwarda Recv Forwarda Toll Save Description You can set the printer to always forward all outgoing faxes to the specified destination besides the fax numbers you entered. Select Off to turn this feature off. Select
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    to five digits. This number dials before any auto dial number is started. It is useful for accessing the PABX exchange. This option enables the printer to automatically print the page number, and the date and time of the reception at the bottom of each page of a received document. Select Off
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    follow the instructions provided with your computer modem and fax application. l You can capture images using your printer and Dell ScanDirect and send Customizing Fax Settings 1. From the Start menu, select Programs Dell Dell Printers DELL Laser MFP 1815 Configure PC Fax. 2. Enter your name and
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    you want to send. 2. Select Print from the File menu. The Print window displays. It may look slightly different depending on your application. 3. Select Dell PC Fax from the Print window. 4. Click OK. 5. Compose the cover page and click Continue. 6. Enter the recipients' numbers and click Continue
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    Your PC begins to send the fax data and printer sends the fax.
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    instructions in your Owner's Manual prior to setting up and operating your printer. Setup diagram Express Service Code Express Service Code Identify your printer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Latest drivers for my printer • Answers to technical service and support
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    Drivers and Utilities CD provides you with Dell's MFP driver package for using your printer with a Linux computer. Dell's MFP driver package contains printer and scanner drivers of the most popular Linux clones. Installing the MFP Driver System Requirements Supported OS l Redhat 8, 9 l Mandrake 9, 10
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    software. If you are not a super user, ask your system administrator. 1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. The Drivers and Utilities CD will automatically run. If the printer driver CD does not automatically run, click the icon at the bottom of the desktop. When the Terminal screen appears
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    using the network cable, the following window appears. Check the Network printer, and select your printer from the drop-down list. Click Next. 6. If you connect your printer using the USB cable, choose a port you will use with your printer. After choosing the port, click Next. OR If you connect
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    program has added the MFP Configurator desktop icon and Dell MFP group to the system menu for your convenience. printer software. If you are not a super user, ask your system administrator. 2. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. The Drivers and Utilities CD will automatically run. If the Drivers
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    functions. There is also a special MFP port option responsible for the regulation of access to an MFP printer and scanner via a single I/O channel. After installing the MFP driver, the MFP Configurator icon will automatically be created on your desktop. Opening the MFP Configurator 1. Double-click
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    the classes list. l Add Class...: Enables you to add a new printer class. l Remove Class: Removes the selected printer class. Scanners Configuration In this window, you can monitor the activity of scanner devices, view a list of installed Dell MFP devices, change device properties, and scan images.
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    Drivers...: Enables you to monitor the activity of the scan drivers. MFP Ports Configuration In this window, you can view the list of available MFP ports, check The Dell MFP driver package provides an appropriate port sharing mechanism that is used by Dell printer and scanner drivers. The drivers
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    : enables you to view or select another printer driver. By clicking Options, you can set the default device options. l Jobs: shows the list of print jobs. Click Cancel Job to cancel the selected job and select the Show completed jobs check box to see previous jobs on the job list. l Classes: shows
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    paper size, the paper type, and the orientation of the documents, enables the duplex drivers package replaces the standard lpr tool by a much more user-friendly Dell Dell LPR window, select your printer from the list, and change the printer Scanners Configuration. 3. Select the scanner on the list.
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    the ADF or face down on the document glass. 6. Click Preview in the Scanner Properties window. The document is scanned and the image preview appears in the the page size. The Advanced button enables you to set the page size manually. If you want to use one of the preset scan option settings, select
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    next scan job: 1. Select the setting you want to use from the Job Type drop-down list. 2. Click Save. The next time you open the Scanner Properties window, the saved setting is automatically selected for the scan job. To delete a Job Type setting: 1. Select the setting you want to delete from
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    in. Enables you to scroll through the image. Crops the selected image area. Enables you to scale the image size; you can enter the size manually, or set the rate to scale proportionally, vertically, or horizontally. Enables you to rotate the image; you can select the number of degrees from the
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    computer and printer. 2. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD which came with your printer into the CD-ROM drive. 3. Double-click CD-ROM icon that appears on your Macintosh desktop. 4. Double-click the MAC_Installer folder. 5. Double-click the MAC_Printer folder. 6. Double-click the Dell Laser MFP
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    the USB tab. 5. Select Dell in Printer Model and your printer in Model Name. 6. Click Add. Your printer appears on the Printer List, and is set as the default printer. Printing Printing a Document When you print from a Macintosh, you need to check the printer software setting in each application
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    you want from the Border drop-down list. 5. Click Print, and the printer prints the selected number of pages on one side of each page. Duplex Printing You can print on both sides of the paper. Before printing in the duplex mode, decide on which edge you will be binding your finished document. The
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    enables you to scale your print job to any selected paper size regardless of the digital document size. This can be useful when you want to check fine details on a small document. Paper Type Make sure that Paper Type is set to Printer Default. If you load a different type of print material, select
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    , such as Adobe PhotoDeluxe or Adobe Photoshop. The first time you scan with your printer, select it as your TWAIN source in your application. The basic scanning process involves : You need to follow the program's instructions for acquiring an image. Refer to the User's Guide of the application.
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    Printer Maintaining the Toner Cartridge Replacement parts Ordering Supplies Clearing the Memory You can selectively clear information stored in your printer all of your settings to the factory default. l Paper Setup: Restores all of the Paper Setting options to the factory default. l Copy Setup:
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    To maintain the print quality, follow the cleaning procedures below, each time the toner cartridge is replaced or if print quality problems occur. NOTE: Do not touch the transfer roller located under the toner cartridge when cleaning inside the printer. Oil from your fingers may cause print quality
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    problems. 4. Locate the long strip of glass (LSU) inside the top of the cartridge compartment, and gently swab the glass to see if dirt turns the white cotton black. 5. Reinsert the toner cartridge and close the front cover. 6. Plug in the power cord and power the printer on. Cleaning the Scanner
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    your clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric. CAUTION: Do not touch the green underside of the toner cartridge. Use the handle on the cartridge to avoid touching this area. 4. Holding the toner cartridge by the handle and slowly insert the cartridge into the opening in the printer.
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    the memory and not printed. At this stage, the toner cartridge needs to be replaced. NOTE: The Dell Laser printer 1815 can print received faxes when the toner is empty. For more information, see "Ignoring the Toner Empty Message". Order an extra toner cartridge so you will have it on hand when the
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    on the drum surface are affixed to the paper. 5. If the problem remains, repeat steps 3 through 4 until toner particles are not affixed to the paper. Ignoring the Toner Empty Message When the toner cartridge is nearly empty, the printer saves the incoming faxes in the memory without printing
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    to a network, type your printer's IP address in your Web browser or open the Network Status Monitor Center (see "Network Status Monitor Center") to launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool and click the toner supplies link. 1. Double-click the Dell 1815dn Toner Reorder icon on your desktop.
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    Programs or All Programs DELL DELL Printers DELL Laser MFP 1815 Dell 1815dn Toner Reorder. The Order Toner Cartridges window appears. Go to premier.dell.com or www.premier.dell.com to order supplies online. NOTE: premier.dell.com is Dell's secure, customizable, procurement and support site for its
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    Dell Laser MFP 1815dn software on each computer that prints documents using the printer. Setting Up the Locally Shared Printer You can connect the printer . 3. Right-click the shared name and click Capture Printer Port. 4. Select the port you want, check the Reconnect at log on box and then click OK
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    Printers. 3. Double-click your printer icon. 4. Click the Printer menu and point to Sharing. 5. For Windows NT 4.0, check the Shared box. For Windows 2000, check You can configure your printer's print server settings and manage it via the following programs: l Embedded Web Service: A web server
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    power up the printer, all supported network protocols are enabled. If a network protocol is enabled, the printer may actively transmit selection. Configuring TCP/IP l Static Addressing: TCP/IP address is assigned manually by the system administrator. l Dynamic Addressing BOOTP/DHCP(default): TCP/IP
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    Static Addressing To enter the TCP/IP address from your printer's operator panel, take the following steps: 1. Press Scroll ( ( or ) to highlight TCP/IP and press Select ( ). The first available menu item, Manual, appears and press Select ( ). 5. The first available menu item, IP Address displays. 6.
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    192 MB. Remove the preinstalled memory DIMM before upgrading the memory. NOTE: Your printer supports only Dell DIMMs. Order Dell DIMMs online at www.dell.com. 1. Power the printer off and unplug all cables from the printer. 2. Grab the control board cover and open it. 3. Completely open the latches
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    driver, see "Installing Software in Windows". 2. Click the Windows Start menu. 3. For Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, select Settings and then Printers. For Windows XP/Server 2003, select Printers and Faxes. For Windows Vista, click Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers. 4. Select the Dell Laser
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    Load paper in the optional tray 2. For information about loading paper in this tray, see "Loading Paper". 7. Reconnect the power cord and cables and then power the printer on. When you print a document on paper loaded in the optional tray 2, you must configure the properties of the printer driver.
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    the printer driver: 1. Click the Windows Start button. 2. For Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, click Settings and point to Printers. For Windows XP/Server 2003, click Printers and Faxes. For Windows Vista, click Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers. 3. Click the Dell Laser MFP 1815 printer. 4. Right
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    6. Click OK.
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    (20 lb bond) long grain paper. For duplex printing, use 75 to 90 g/m2 (20 to 24 lb bond) paper. Curl Curl is the tendency of print media to curve at its edges. Excessive curl can cause paper feeding problems. Curl usually occurs after the paper passes through the printer, where it is exposed to high
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    , or releasing hazardous emissions. Check with the paper manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the paper you have chosen is acceptable for laser printers. Unacceptable Paper The following papers are not recommended for use with the printer: l Chemically treated papers used to make copies
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    papers such as letterhead must be able to withstand temperatures up to 180° C (356° F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Printing on Letterhead Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the preprinted letterhead you have chosen is acceptable for laser printers
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    the Bypass Tray" for instructions on loading an envelope. When printing on envelopes: l To achieve the best possible print quality, use only high-quality envelopes that are designed for use in laser printers. l For best performance, use envelopes made from 75 g/m2 (20 lb bond) paper. You can use up
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    See "Using the Bypass Tray" for instructions on loading an envelope. l A combination of high humidity (over 60%) and the high printing temperatures may seal the envelopes. Labels Your printer can print on many labels designed for use with laser printers. These labels are supplied in letter size, A4
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    problems. l Avoid using card stock that may release hazardous emissions when heated. l Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer the print media sizes you can select from the paper size menu and supported weights. NOTE: If you use a print media
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    127 mm to 216 x 356 mm) Print Media Supported Print Media Paper Card Stock Transparencies Labels Dual-web and Integrated Labels Envelopes Paper Tray Y - Bypass Tray Y Y Y Y Laser printer Tray 1 and Optional Tray 2 60-90 g/m2 grain long (16-24 lb bond) - Labels-maximum Paper - Dual-web paper
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    . To use the rear cover, open it. NOTE: If paper coming out of the output tray has problems, such as excessive curl, try printing to the rear cover. NOTE: To avoid paper jams, do not open or close the rear cover while the printer is printing. Printing to the Output Tray (Face down) The
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    be facing up with an uncurled edge at the front. If you experience problems with paper feed, turn the paper around. Note that the print quality is not guaranteed. Using the Bypass Tray Use the bypass tray to print transparencies, labels, envelopes or postcards in addition to making quick runs of
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    in the Specifications on "Paper Specifications" to avoid paper jams and print quality problems. NOTE: Flatten any curl on postcards, envelopes and labels before loading them into the bypass tray. To use the bypass tray: 1. Open the bypass tray and unfold the paper support extension, as shown. 2. If
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    while exiting the machine. 6. After printing, fold away the paper support extension and close the bypass tray. Tips on using the bypass "Print Media Guidelines" to avoid paper jams and print quality problems. l Flatten any curl on postcards, envelopes, and labels before loading them into the bypass
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    Paper Using Watermarks Using Overlays Printing a Document Your printer prints documents using the Graphic Device Interface (GDI), Printer Control Language (PCL) or Postscript (PS) printer driver. When you install the Dell software, your printer software application's User's Guide for the exact
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    displayed, you can review and change any settings needed for your print job. The printer properties window may differ, depending on the printer driver you select and your operating system. For details about selecting a printer driver, see "Printing a Document". The User's Guide shows the Printing
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    Printers. For Windows XP/Server 2003, click Printers and Faxes. For Windows Vista, click Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers. c. Point to the Dell Laser MFP 1815 printer. d. Right-click on the printer and Poster Printing. Property Paper Orientation Description Paper Orientation enables you to
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    appears on the list so that you can select it. Source Type First Page Printing Type Make sure that Source is set to the corresponding paper tray. If the paper source is set to Auto Selection, the printer automatically picks up print materials from the bypass tray first and then the
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    of your toner cartridge and reduces your cost per page without a significant reduction in the print quality. • Printing Setting: If you select this option, the Toner Save feature is determined by the setting you have made on the operator panel. • On: Select this option to allow the printer to use
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    using the Postscript (PS) driver. Overlays are often used to take the place of preprinted forms and letterhead paper. See "Using Overlays". You You can also restore the printer driver's default settings by selecting Printer Default from the list. Using Help Your printer has a help screen that can
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    If necessary, select the page order on the Pages Order drop-down list. Check Print Page Border to print a border around each page on the sheet. Print print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. 2. From the Paper tab, select Reduce/Enlarge on the Printing Type drop
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    of the digital document size. This can be useful when you want to check fine details on a small document. 1. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. 2. From the Paper tab, select Fit to Page on the Printing Type drop-down list. 3. Select
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    layout used in book binding. l Short Edge, which is the type often used with calendars. NOTE: Do not print on both sides of labels, transparencies, envelopes, or thick paper. Damage to the printer and paper jamming might result. NOTE: To use the double-sided printing, you can use only the following
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    Click OK and print the document. Your printer prints on both sides of paper automatically. Using Watermarks The Watermark option enables you all pages of a document. There are several predefined watermarks that come with your printer. They can be modified or you can add new ones to the list. Using
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    will appear on the printed page. When the First Page Only box is checked, the watermark is printed on the first page only. 4. Select the watermark you do not need to load preprinted letterhead paper in the printer. You need only tell the printer to print the letterhead overlay on your document
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    print with the overlay. 1. Create or open the document you want to print. 2. To change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. 3. Click the Other Options tab. 4. Select the overlay you want to print from the Overlay drop-down list box. 5. If the overlay file
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    If necessary, click Confirm Page Overlay When Printing. When this box is checked, a message window appears each time you submit a document for printing, You can delete page overlays that are no longer used. 1. In the printer properties window, click the Other Options tab. 2. Click Edit in the Overlay
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    Dell Laser MFP 1815dn to convert pictures and text into editable images on your computer. After you install the software from the Drivers from the printer. NOTE: PaperPort is the scanning program provided with your printer. NOTE: Dell ScanCenter and PaperPort applications are not supported in Windows
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    application list supports up to 30 guide of the application. Scanning Using Network Scan About Network Scan Network Scan enables you to scan a document on your printer instructions in the Dell Network Scan Manager screens. 1. Click the Add Device button. 2. Click Next. 3. Specify the network scanner
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    ( ). If you press Select ( ) when the display shows Logout, your printer will be logged off. 11. The document may be scanned to computer when Network Adding a Scanner To register your scanner as an authorized network scanner, use the Dell Network Scan Manager window. 1. In the Dell Network Scan
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    5. When you have added your printer to the network, Click Finish. Your printer appears on the Dell Network Scan Manager window and you can now scan through the network. Setting the properties 1. In the Dell Network Scan Manager window, double-click the scanner icon, or click the Properties button.
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    Advanced Page Preferences Page Scanning using Network Scan 1. Confirm your scanner is available for use by checking the scanner status icon. 2. Configure the network scanner settings. See "Setting the properties". 3. Load the document you want to scan. 4. Start scanning according to the
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    Driver Your printer also supports the WIA driver for scanning images. WIA is one of the standard components provided by Microsoft Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista and works with digital cameras and scanners. Unlike the TWAIN driver, the WIA driver settings, or you can manually select your own settings.
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    , see the User's Guide which came with your USB memory key. Scanning Using the Default Settings The following table shows the default settings. Image Size Letter (USA), A4 (UK) Version JPEG Resolution 200 dpi 1. Insert the USB memory key into the USB memory port on your printer. 2. Load the
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    to select the color mode, Color, Gray, or Mono, and press Select ( ). 9. If you select TIFF, PDF, or the Mono color mode for BMP, press Scroll ( or ) memory key. 1. Insert the USB memory key into the USB memory port on your printer. 2. Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Scan and press Select ( ). 3.
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    TXT, PDF, and PRN file formats are supported. NOTE: Only English TXT files, PDF files generated by this printer, and TIFF 6.0 files are available. can check the amount of memory space available for scanning and saving documents. 1. Insert the USB memory key into the USB memory port on your printer.
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    Account Setup Option SMTP Server User Setup Send to Self Default From Default Subj. Email Forward Control Access Set Passcode Description You can set the printer to access an SMTP server for outgoing mail. • SMTP Server IP: Enables you to enter the IP address or host name of the SMTP server
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    ( ) when Done appears. 10. The display asks if you want to review addresses. To review addresses, press Select ( ) to select Yes. To continue to the next and press Select ( ). 15. Press Start ( ) or Select ( ). The printer begins scanning and then sends the email. 16. If the display asks if you want
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    . 11. The display asks if you want to review addresses. To review addresses, press Select ( ) to select Yes and check the address(es) you have entered. To continue Press Select ( ) when the display shows Logoff Now?. Your printer returns to Standby mode. Editing or Deleting an E-mail Address 1.
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    group location number you want to edit and press Select ( ). 6. Edit the group name and press Select ( ). 7. Press Select ( ) when View appears to check the group address(es) list. OR Press Scroll ( or ) to display Add and press Select ( ) to add another e-mail address(es). Enter the recipient name
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    The display asks if you want to review addresses. To review addresses, press Select ( ) to select Yes and check the address(es) you have entered. To when the display shows Logoff Now?. Your printer returns to Standby mode. Printing Address Book You can check your Address Book setting an Address Book
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    the desired time value and press Select ( ). 11. Press Cancel ( ) to return to Standby mode. Fax Forward to E-mail addresses You can set the printer to forward all outgoing or incoming faxes to the e-mail addresses. 1. Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Menu and press Select ( ). 2. Press Scroll ( or
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    the status of your network printer at your desk. View and/or change the printer configuration settings, monitor toner level, and when it is time to order replacement toner cartridges, just click the Dell supplies link right from your Web browser. NOTE: The Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool is only
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    of your network printer and/or change the printer configuration settings. Printer Status Get immediate feedback on printer supply status. When toner is running low, click the toner supplies link on the first screen to order additional toner cartridges. Printer Settings Change printer settings, view
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    install the Dell software. 1. Make sure that the printer is connected to your computer and powered on. Close all unnecessary programs. NOTE: If the printer is not connected to your computer when you install the Drivers and Utilities CD, the No Printer Found screen appears. Follow the instructions to
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    Guide, the printer drivers, scanner driver and PaperPort as the default settings. To install selected software including the printer Postscript driver configure the IP address manually, you can use the supplied Drivers and Utilities CD. Print the Configuration page of the printer to see the current
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    , configure the TCP/IP settings for the printer before you install the Dell software on each network printer. You can install the Dell software on the network computers locally or remotely. NOTE: The system administrator should install printer drivers on the network computers. 1. Make sure that
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    the port name and an existing IP address for the printer. If you want to install the printer on a server, select the I am setting up this printer on a server check box. 7. A list of printer drivers and utilities appears. Click and select the required drivers and utilities you will use and click Next
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    your computer. Using the Dell Toner Management System The Local Status Monitor displays the status of the printer (Printer Ready, Printer Offline, and Error-Check Printer), the name of the job currently being printed and the toner level (100%, 50%, Toner Low) for your printer. If you are a network
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    , see "Installing Software in Windows". To open the Printer Settings Utility: 1. Click Start Programs DELL DELL Printers DELL Laser MFP 1815 Printer Settings Utility. The Printer Settings Utility window opens. 2. The Printer Settings Utility window provides several features; Directory (Phone Book
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    Options". The fax cover page contains the date, the sender's fax number and printer ID, the recipient's fax number and printer ID stored in the sender's Phonebook and the total number of pages you Show Preview Section Click the Show Preview section and put a check mark to see the preview screen.
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    rear cover: 1 sheet (face up) Paper tray: Plain paper (60-90 g/m2, 16-24 lb) Bypass Tray: Plain paper, Transparencies, Labels, Card, Post card (60-163 g/m2, 16-43 lb), Envelopes (75-90 g/m2, 20-24 lb) Duplex printing: Plain paper (75-90 g/m2, 20-24 lb) 1-piece toner cartridge system 110-127 VAC, 50
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    Color bit depth Mono bit depth Scan speed (Text mode) Copy speed Paper size Zoom rate Printer Specifications Item Printing method Printing speed (Simplex) Printing speed (Duplex) Paper size Print resolution Emulation PC Interface Network Interface Compatibility First printing time Description Laser
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    the requirements specified in this User's Guide. CAUTION: Using paper that does not meet these specifications may cause problems, requiring repairs. These repairs are not covered by the Dell warranty or service agreements. Supported Sizes of Paper Letter Paper A4 Executive Legal Oficio Folio
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    you are loading, such as bond or recycled paper, check the label on the package. The following problems may cause print quality deviations, jamming or even damage to the printer: Symptom Problem with paper Poor print quality or toner adhesion, problems with feeding Too moist, too rough, too
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    not be too dry or too humid. l The best way to store an opened ream of paper is to rewrap it tightly in its moisture-proof wrapping. If the printer environment is subject to extremes, unwrap only the amount of paper to be used during the day's operation to prevent unwanted moisture changes.
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    Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer 1815dn User's Guide Click the links to the left for information on the features, options, and operation of your printer. For information on other documentation included with your printer, see "Finding Information". To order replacement toner cartridges or supplies
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    Troubleshooting Clearing Jams in the ADF Clearing Jams in the Paper Paths Clearing LCD Error Messages Solving Problems Clearing Jams . 1. Remove the remaining documents from the ADF. If the document is jammed in the paper feed area: a. Open the ADF cover. b. Remove the document by gently pulling it
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    the table below to locate and clear the paper jam. Operator Panel Message Paper Jam 0 Open Front Door Paper Jam 1 Cartridge Area JAM 2 OPEN REAR & FRONT DOOR Duplex Jam 0 Check Inside Duplex Jam 1 Check Inside Location of Jam Paper Feed Jam (tray 1) Paper Feed Jam (optional tray 2) Fuser Area Jam
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    If you cannot see the paper or the paper does not move when pulled, check the fuser area. For more information, see "Fuser Area Jam". 4. Insert the paper tray into the printer until it snaps into place. Printing automatically resumes. Paper Feed Jam (optional tray 2) 1. Pull the optional tray 2 open
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    NOTICE: The fuser area is hot. Take care when removing paper from the printer. 1. Open the front cover and lightly pull the toner cartridge straight out. 2. Remove the paper by gently pulling it straight out. 3. Replace the toner cartridge and close the front cover. Printing automatically resumes
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    fuser lever to the right, open the fuser door. NOTICE: Make sure to unfold the duplex guide before opening the fuser door or you may damage the fuser door. 8. Pull the jammed paper out. If the jammed paper does not move when you pull, push the two blue pressure levers up to loosen the
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    cover stopper, and duplex guide to their original position. 10. Close the rear cover. 11. Open and close the front cover. Printing automatically resumes. Duplex Jam Duplex Jam 0 1. Pull the duplex unit out of the printer. 2. Remove the jammed paper from the duplex unit. If the paper does not come
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    the rear cover. 2. Unfold the duplex guide fully. 3. Pull the jammed paper out. 4. Return the duplex guide and close the rear cover. 5. Open and close the front cover. Printing automatically resumes. Tips for Avoiding Paper Jams By selecting the correct paper types, most paper jams can be avoided
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    Server Support Memory Full Cancel or Start Memory Full Divide the Job Network Error No Answer Try Later The bypass tray is empty in the manual feeder mode. The toner cartridge you have installed is not for your printer. Connection with the SMTP server failed. The printer has a communication problem
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    One Page is Too Large Over Heat Call Service Open Heat Error Call Service Paper Jam 0 Open Front Door Paper Jam 1 Cartridge Area Power Failure Data Lost Printer Error Cycle Power Ready-toner 0% TONER EMPTY Ready-toner 7% TONER LOW Scanner locked Unlock scanner Self Diagnostic Send Error (AUTH) Send
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    Settings Printers. Right-click the Dell Laser MFP 1815 printer icon and select Set as Default Printer. • The front or rear cover is not closed. • Paper is jammed. • No paper is loaded. • The toner cartridge is not installed. If a printer system error occurs, contact your service representative
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    process can cause some areas to reject toner. Try a different kind or brand of paper. • The toner cartridge may be defective. "Vertical repetitive defects" on the next page. • If these steps do not correct the problems, contact a service representative. • If black vertical streaks appear on
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    smear • Clean the inside of the printer. See "Cleaning the Interior". • Check the paper type and quality. See "Paper Specifications". • Remove the toner cartridge and install a new one. See "Replacing the Toner Cartridge". Vertical repetitive defects If marks repeatedly appear on the printed
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    Toner Cartridge". • The printer may require repair. Contact a service representative. • Clean the inside of the printer. See "Cleaning the Interior". • Check the paper type and quality. See "Paper Specifications". • Install a new toner cartridge. See "Replacing the Toner Cartridge". • If the problem
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    the tray with a fresh supply. If necessary, check/adjust the paper guides. • Ensure that the paper is the proper paper weight. 75 g/m2 (20 lb) bond paper is recommended. • Check for copy paper or pieces of copy paper remaining in the printer after a paper jam has been cleared. • Your originals may
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    Windows 98/Me/2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista User's Guide that came with your PC for further information on Windows error messages. Common Linux Problems Condition The printer doesn't print. Suggested solutions • Check if the printer driver is installed in your system. Open MFP configurator and
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    Troubleshooting Postscript (PS) Errors The following situations are PS language specific and may occur when several printer printer driver has not been configured to the driver. recognize the optional tray 2. Or, expand the memory capacity. Make sure that the print job is a PS job. Check
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Unpacking Your Multi-Function Printer
1.
Select a location for your printer.
l
Leave enough room to open the printer tray, covers, doors, and options. It is also important to allow enough space around the printer for proper
ventilation.
l
Provide a proper environment:
l
A firm, level surface
l
Away from the direct airflow of air conditioners, heaters, or ventilators
l
Away from sunlight, extreme humidity, or high fluctuations in temperature
l
A clean, dry, and dust free location
2.
In addition to the
Dell
™
Laser Multi-Function Printer 1815dn
, ensure that you have the following items in the box.
If there is a missing item,
contact
Dell:
a.
The appearance of the power cord and the telephone line cord may differ according to your country's specifications.
b.
The Drivers and Utilities CD contains Dell printer drivers, Scan drivers, Printer Settings Utility, Set IP, Macintosh driver, Linux driver, Dell Toner
Management System™, Dell ScanCenter™, PaperPort
®
and an HTML User's Guide.
c.
This item is only provided in some countries.
3.
Save the carton and packing material in case the printer needs to be repacked.
4.
Remove the packing tape from the front, back and sides of the printer.
CAUTION:
The printer requires at least two people to lift it safely.
NOTE:
Leave the printer in the box until you are ready to install it.
toner cartridge
power cord
a
owner's manual
telephone line cord
Drivers and Utilities CD
b
terminator
c
setup diagram
quick reference guide (optional)
NOTE:
Use the telephone line cord supplied with your printer.
If you choose to use a different cord,
use an AWG #26 or lower gauge cord that is a
maximum 250 cm in length.
NOTE:
The power cord must be plugged into a grounded power socket.