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Dell™ 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer User's Guide Finding Information About Your Printer Installing the Toner Cartridges and Print Head Device (PHD) Unit Connecting Your Printer Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool Installing the Optional Memory Card Print Media Guidelines Loading Print - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 2
-T Half-Duplex, 1 A A4, 1 A5, 1 About printer, 1 Add PhoneBook Entry, 1 Address Book, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 ADF glass, 1 Adjust Altitude, 1, 2 Adjust BTR, 1, 2, 3 Adjust Fuser, 1, 2, 3 Adjusting color registration, 1 Adjusting the Language, 1 Admin Menu, 1 Admin Reports, 1 Administrator Password, 1 Alert - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 3
Clean Developer, 1 Clearing, 1, 2, 3 Clearing jam, 1 From ADF, 1 From fuser, 1 From single sheet feeder, 1 From tray, 1 Clock Settings, 1, 2 Coated, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Coated Thick, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Collated, 1, 2, 3 Color, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Color Mode Limitation, 1 Color Reg Adjust, 1 Color Regi Chart, 1 Color - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 4
network printer, 1 Connecting printer, 1 Connecting to the Network, 1 Connection specification, 1, 2 Connection type, 1, 2 Conserving supplies, 1 Contact Dell Support at, 1, 2 Contact Person, 1 contacting Dell, 1 Contacting service, 1 Contrast, 1, 2, 3 Copy Color Balance, 1, 2 Copy Defaults - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 5
1 Dell ColorTrack, 1, 2 Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, 1 Page display format, 1 Dell Service Tag Number, 1 Dell Supplies Management System, 1 Dell support website, 1 Dell technical support policy, 1 Details, 1 Determining Values, 1 DHCP, 1 DHCP/Autonet, 1 Dimensions, 1 DIMM Size, 1 Direct Fax - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 6
3, 4 Fax Defaults, 1, 2, 3 Fax Forward Error Print, 1, 2 Fax Forward Number, 1, 2 Fax Forward Print, 1, 2 Fax Fwd Err Print, 1 Fax Fwd Number, 1 Fax Fwd Print, 1 FAX Group, 1, 2 Fax Header, 1, 2, 3 Fax Header Name, 1, 2, 3 Fax Number, 1, 2, 3 Fax Pending, 1, 2 Fax Protocol, 1, 2 Fax Service Lock Set - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 7
, 1 Identifying print paper, 1 Image Compression, 1, 2 Impression Number, 1 Init Print Meter, 1 Initialize NIC NVM and restart printer, 1 Initialize PrintMeter, 1 Installing Printer drivers, 1 Installing retard roller in tray, 1 Installing the optional memory card, 1 Installing toner cartridge, 1 - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 8
IP Address, 1, 2, 3 IP Filter, 1, 2 IP filter setup, 1 J Job History, 1, 2 Job List, 1, 2 Job Name, 1, 2 Job Status, 1 Job Submitted Time, 1 Job Type, 1 Junk Fax letterhead, 1 Loading print media, 1 In the tray 1, 1 Single Sheet Feeder, 1 Local printing, 1 Location, 1, 2 Low Toner Tone, 1, 2 LPD - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 9
, 1 Memory speed, 1 Menu item, 1 Menu Settings, 1 MIB compatibility, 1 mm/inch, 1, 2, 3 Modem Speed, 1, 2, 3 Monarch, 1 Multiple Up, 1 Multiple-Up, 1, 2, 3 N NCR, 1 Network, 1 Network Firmware Version, 1 New Password, 1 No carbon required, 1 No. of Sheets, 1 Non-Copy Job Tone, 1, 2 Non-Dell Toner - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 10
Other Features, 1 Other problems, 1 Out of Paper Tone, 1, 2 Output Result, 1 Output Tray, 1 Owner, 1, 2 Owner's Manual, 1 P Page display format, 1 Page location, 1 Paper Size, 1, 2, 3 Paper Type, 1 Paper Used, 1 Parts name, 1 Password, 1 Pause button, 1 PCL, 1 Font, 1 PCL 5/PCL 6, 1 PCL Fonts List, - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 11
Print Meter, 1, 2 Print quality guarantee, 1 Print Server Reports, 1 Print Server Settings, 1, 2, 3, 4 Print Server Setup Page, 1 Print side, 1, 2 Print Text, 1, 2, 3 Print User Limitation, 1 Print User Settings, 1 Print Volume, 1, 2, 3 Printer Bitmap, 1 Printer drivers Installing, 1 Printer Events - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 12
, 1 Printer Status, 1, 2, 3 Printer Type, 1 Printing, 1 Printing held job, 1 Printing on letterhead, 1 Printing problem, 1 Printing Speed, 1 Printing Status Window, 1 Processor Speed, 1 Product Information Guide, 1 Proof Print, 1, 2 Protocol Monitor, 1, 2 Q Quantity, 1, 2, 3 R RAM Disk, 1, 2, 3 RARP - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 13
information, 1 Scalable font, 1 Scan Defaults, 1, 2, 3 Scan Service Lock Set, 1, 2 Scan to Application, 1 Scan to E-mail, 1 Scan To Network, 1 Scan to Network, 1, 2, 3 Search PhoneBook, 1 Secure Print, 1 Del after Print, 1, 2 Delete, 1, 2 Print and Save, 1, 2 Secure print, 1 Secure Receive, 1 Secure - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 14
Address, 1, 2, 3, 4 Service code, 1 Service tag, 1 Set Date, 1 Set Password, 1, 2, 3 Set Time, 1 Setting, 1 Shared printing Peer-to-peer, 1 Point and print, 1 Sharpness, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Side button, 1 Side cover, 1 Single Sheet Feeder, 1 Capacity, 1 Single Sheet Feeder (SSF), 1 slow scan, 1 SNMP - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 15
paper, 1 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS, 1 Upper Limit for Color Print, 1 Upper Limit for Monochrome Print, 1 USB, 1 USB port, 1, 2, 3 USB Printing, 1 User Setup Disk Creating Tool, 1 Using Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, 1 uto Receive Fax/Tel, 1 V Verifying IP settings, 1 W - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 16
Wall jack connector, 1, 2, 3, 4 Warranty, 1 Warranty information, 1 Web Link Customization, 1, 2 White sheet, 1 Width guide, 1 WINS, 1, 2 Wired Network, 1 Ethernet, 1 Initialize NVM, 1 IP Filter, 1 Protocol, 1 TCP/IP, 1 Y Yellow terminator, 1 - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 17
Your Printer Software 281 Printing 287 Copying 295 Scanning 311 Faxing 337 Understanding Fonts 373 Clearing Jams 383 Troubleshooting Guide 397 Installing Printer Drivers 441 Setting Up for Shared Printing 453 Maintaining Your Printer 459 Removing the Optional Memory Card 487 Printer Specifications - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 18
the Phone Book, and passwords. 8. (Redial/Pause) button l Enters a pause. l Redial the last telephone number you called. 9. (Cancel) button l In the Menu mode, returns to the standby mode without saving any settings. l Cancels the current working job (copy/scan/fax/print) by choosing the available - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 19
and then press . 3. Press until Panel Settings appears, and then press . The panel settings page is printed. From Your Computer 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick Launch Utility dialog box opens. 2. Click the Tool Box button - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 20
printing for the printer. Color Laser is displayed normally. Asset Tag Number Displays the asset tag number of your printer. Memory Capacity Displays the memory capacity. Processor Speed Displays the processing speed. Firmware Version Displays the version of the controller. Network Firmware - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 21
Displays whether to automatically adjust color registration. Adjust Altitude Adjust Altitude Displays the altitude of the location where the printer is installed. Non-Dell Toner Non-Dell Toner Displays whether or not to use another manufacturer's toner cartridge. Web Link Customization - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 22
to use a popup menu that prompts the user to set the paper size and type when the paper is loaded in tray 1. Defaults Settings Purpose: To display the default scan, fax, and copy settings of the printer. Values: Scan To Network File Format Color Resolution Document Size Lighter/Darker Sharpness - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 23
the sender's information on the header of faxes. Fax Header Name Displays the sender's name that will be printed on the header of faxes. Fax Number Displays the fax number of the printer, which will be printed on the header of faxes. Fax Cover Page Displays whether to attach a cover page to - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 24
The Printer Maintenance tab includes the System Settings, Clock Settings, Paper Density, Registration Adjustment, Adjust Altitude, Reset Defaults, NonDell Toner, Initialize PrintMeter, Web Link Customization, TCP/IP Settings, Tray Settings, EWS, Scan Defaults, Fax Defaults, Copy Defaults, and Fax - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 25
a tone at the specified volume 5 seconds before the printer performs auto clear. Off* Does not emit a tone before the printer performs auto clear. Low Base Tone Medium High Emits a tone when the operator panel display is returned to the default setting. Off* Does not emit a tone when the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 26
to apply the changes. Registration Adjustment Purpose: To set Color Registration Adjustment (individual yellow, magenta, cyan correction) settings. When Auto Registration Adjustment is set to On, the printer prints the color registration chart and to adjust the color registration by using the chart - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 27
default values. Values: System Section Initializes system parameters. User (Fax) Initializes the fax number entries in the Address Book. User (Scan) Initializes the e-mail and server address entries in the Address Book. Non-Dell Toner CAUTION: When Non-Dell toner cartridge is used, the printer - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 28
network is set as the IP address. The subnet mask is set as 255.255.0.0. Sets the IP address using DHCP. Sets the IP address using BOOTP. Sets the IP address using RARP. Manually sets the IP address. Manually sets the IP address allocated to the printer A5 B5 Letter Folio Legal Executive Monarch - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 29
printer to apply new settings button to apply the changes. Scan Defaults Purpose: To create your own default Scan settings. Values: Scan To Network File Format Color Resolution Document size Lighter/Darker Sharpness Server Computer* PDF* Multi Page TIFF TIFF JPEG Black & White GrayScale Color - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 30
4 2048* Apply New Settings Restart printer to apply new settings Makes the scanned image sharper than the original. Adjusts the amount of colors to make the contrast of colors lighter than the original. Does not adjust the amount of colors to make the contrast of colors darker or lighter than the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 31
/Enlarge Original Type Document Size Black & White Prints in black and white mode. Color* Prints in color mode. Tray 1* The paper image. Ledger®Letter (64%) Sets the default reduction ratio when you set the default measurement unit to inch. 50% 2 5-400% 100%* Reduces or enlarges the image - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 32
cyan. The default is 0. Sets the color balance level of low density black. The default is 0. Sets the color balance level of medium density black. The default is 0. Sets the color balance level of high density black. The default is 0. Does not perform multiple-up printing. Automatically reduces - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 33
the printer, which will be printed on the header of faxes. Attaches a cover page to faxes. Does not attach a cover page to faxes. Provides a separate number for faxing with a distinctive ring pattern. The default is Pattern 4. Forwards the incoming faxes to a specified destination only when an error - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 34
machines must also support the ECM. Disables the ECM. 2.4 4.8 Modem Speed 9.6 Allows you to adjust the fax modem speed when a fax transmission or reception error occurs. The default is 33.6. 11.4 33.6* Fax Activity Auto Print* No Auto Print Automatically prints a fax activity report after - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 35
. Uses the Print side 2 of the paper. Color* Color Mode Black Prints in color mode. Prints in monochrome mode. Start Click this button to print in the specified paper size, type, and color mode. Environment Sensor Info Purpose: To output the printer's internal environment sensor information to - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 36
: Yellow Click Yellow to clean the yellow cartridge. Magenta Click Magenta to clean the magenta cartridge. Toner Refresh Mode Cyan Click Cyan to clean the cyan cartridge. Black Click Black to clean the black cartridge. PHD Refresh Mode PHD Click PHD to clean the PHD unit. Back to Contents - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 37
a network and available to a number of users, the access to the Admin Menu menus can be limited. This prevents other users from using the operator panel to inadvertently change a user default that has been set by the administrator. However, you can use your printer driver to override user defaults - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 38
® System Settings ® mm/inch is set to inch. *2 These options are displayed when SETUP ® Admin Menu ® System Settings ® mm/inch is set to mm. NOTE: You can set the value in a percentage for Custom. Original Type Purpose: To improve the image quality by selecting the type of the original document. - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 39
Used for documents with text. Document Size Purpose: To specify the default document size. Values: Auto* A4 Letter B5 A5 Executive Folio Legal NOTE: When Auto is selected, the printer assumes that the document size is the size of the print media loaded in the tray 1 or single sheet feeder. Lighter - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 40
. Auto Automatically reduces the original pages to fit onto one sheet of paper. ID Copy Prints the original pages onto one sheet of paper in the original size. Manual Prints the original pages onto the one sheet of paper in the size specified in Reduce/Enlarge. Collated Purpose: To sort the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 41
density black. Black High Dens. Sets the color balance level of high density black. Using the SCAN Menus Use the SCAN menus to configure a variety of scanner features. NOTE: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings. Scan to E-mail Purpose: To attach the scanned image - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 42
the printer to a computer connected via a USB cable. The computer must have ScanButton Manager installed to receive the data. File Format Purpose: To specify the file format to save the scanned image. Values: PDF* MultiPageTIFF TIFF JPEG Color Purpose: To select color or black and white scanning - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 43
*1 Denotes country-specific factory default values. Lighter/Darker Purpose: To adjust the density to make the scanned image lighter or darker than the original. Values: Normal* Works well with standard typed or printed documents. Darker1 Darker2 Works well with light print or faint pencil markings - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 44
Margin Middle Purpose: To specify the middle margin of the scanned image. Values: 0.0 inch* (0 mm*) Specify the value in increments of 0.1 inch (1 mm). 0.0-2.0 inch (0-50 mm) Scan Defaults To modify the SCAN menu defaults. Scan Defaults allows you to configure the following items in addition to the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 45
Size Purpose: To specify the maximum size of e-mail that can be sent. The default is 2048 K bytes. Using the FAX Menus Use the FAX menus to configure a variety of fax features. NOTE: The FAX service cannot be used unless you set up a country code under Country. If Country not set up, a message Set - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 46
Fine mode. See the notes below. Photo Suitable for documents containing photographic images. NOTE: Faxes scanned in the Super Fine mode transmit at the highest resolution supported by the receiving device. Lighter/Darker Purpose: To adjust the density to make the copy lighter or darker than the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 47
stored in the Dell™ 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer. Fax Cover Page Purpose: To set whether to attach a cover page to faxes. Values: Off* Does not attach a cover page to faxes. On Attaches a cover page to faxes. Fax Defaults Purpose: To modify the Fax menu defaults. Fax Defaults allows you - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 48
in print memory. Del after Print Prints the job, and then deletes it from print memory. Delete Deletes the job from print memory. Secure Receive Purpose: To require a password to print incoming faxes. When the Secure Receive feature is enabled, the printer stores incoming faxes and prints them - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 49
B5 Letter Folio Legal Paper Supported Paper Sizes". Reports Use the Reports menu to print various types of reports and lists. System Settings Purpose: To print a list of the current user default values, the installed options, the amount of installed print memory, and the status of printer - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 50
that are stored for Secure Print and Proof Print in the RAM disk. NOTE: The Stored Documents is displayed only when 256 MB memory is installed on the printer and RAM Disk under System Settings is enabled. Admin Menu Use the Admin Menu menu to configure a variety of printer features. Phone Book Use - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 51
default paper size. Values: A4*1 A5 B5 Letter*1 Folio Legal Executive Monarch DL C5 Envelope #10 Custom Size *1 Denotes country-specific factory default Prints text and graphics parallel to the long edge of the paper. Font Purpose: To specify the default font from the fonts registered in the printer - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 52
Symbol Wingdings Line Printer Times Roman Times It Times Bd Times BdIt Helvetica Helvetica Ob Helvetica Bd Helvetica BdOb CourierPS CourierPS Ob CourierPS Bd CourierPS BdOb SymbolPS Palatino Roman - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 53
Garamond Hlb GaramondKrsvHlb Symbol Set Purpose: To specify a symbol set for a specified font. Values: ROMAN-8 * SYMBOL PC-8 TK PI FONT PS MATH PC-850 PC-852 PC-8 DN PC-1004 PC-775 PC-8 MATH-8 MC TEXT MS PUB ISO L5 ISO L6 LEGAL ISO-6 9 ISO L1 ISO L2 ISO-4 ISO-6 ISO-6 0 ISO-1 5 ISO-1 7 ISO-2 1 - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 54
default print quantity. (Set the number of copies required for a specific job from the printer driver. Values selected from the printer driver of a print job problem. With Hex Dump selected, all data sent to the printer is printed in hexadecimal and character representation. Control codes are not - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 55
FF Default Color Purpose: To specify the color mode to Color or Black. This setting is used for a print job which does not specify a print mode. Value: Black* Prints in the black and white mode. Color Prints in the color mode. Wired Network Use the Wired Network menu to change the printer settings - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 56
IP address. NOTE: This item is only available for LPD or Port9100. Initialize NVM Purpose: To initialize wired network data stored in non-volatile memory (NVM). After executing this function and rebooting the printer, all wired network settings are reset to their default values. Fax Settings - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 57
In this mode, the printer will monitor the fax signal and pick up the line if there are fax tones. If the phone communication in your country is serial, this mode is not supported. Before using the Distinctive Ring Pattern Detection (DRPD) option, a distinctive ring service must be installed on your - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 58
when the destination fax number is busy, within the range of 0 to 13. If you enter 0, the printer will not redial. The default is 3. Redial faxes sent from unwanted numbers. On Rejects faxes sent from unwanted numbers. Remote Receive Purpose: To receive a fax by pressing a remote receive code - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 59
Purpose: To set the sender's name to be printed on the header on faxes. Fax Number Purpose: To set the fax number of the printer, which will be printed on the header of a fax message. NOTE: Ensure to specify Fax Number before using Junk Fax Setup. Fax Cover Page Purpose: To set whether to attach - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 60
: Off* Does not forward incoming faxes. Only On Error Forwards incoming faxes only when an error occurs. On Always forwards incoming faxes. Fax Fwd Number Purpose: To enter the fax number of the destination to which incoming faxes will be forwarded. Fax Fwd Print Purpose: To set whether to - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 61
Purpose: To adjust the fax modem speed when a fax transmission or reception error occurs. The values are in Kbps. Values: 33.6* 2.4 4.8 9.6 14.4 Country Purpose: To select the country where the printer is used. Fax Activity Purpose: To set whether to automatically print a fax activity report after - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 62
problem. Values: Print Disable* Does not print the protocol monitor report. Print Always Prints a protocol monitor report after every fax transmission. Print On Error Prints the protocol monitor report only when an error occurs. System Settings Use System Settings to configure the printer - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 63
receives data from the computer or remote fax machine. You can also change the status of the printer to the standby mode by pressing any button on the operator panel. Auto Reset Purpose: To automatically reset the settings for COPY, SCAN, or FAX to the default settings and return to the standby mode - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 64
when toner or some other consumable is low. Low Emits a tone 5 seconds before the printer performs auto clear. Medium High Off* Does not emit a tone 5 seconds before the printer performs auto clear. Low Medium Emits a tone when the operator panel display is returned to the default setting - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 65
logs can also be printed using the Admin Reports menu. NOTE: Restart your printer when you change the settings for the RAM Disk menu. Print ID Purpose: To specify a location where the user ID is printed. Values: Off* Does not print the user ID. Top Left Prints the user ID on the top left of - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 66
default menu settings. Paper Density Purpose: To specify paper density settings. Values: Light* Plain Normal Normal* Label Light Adjust BTR NOTICE: The print Coated Thick -6 - +6 Envelope 0* -6 - +6 Adjust Fuser NOTICE: The print quality changes depending on the setting values you select for - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 67
not automatically perform color registration adjustment. Color Reg Adjust Purpose: To manually perform color registration adjustment. Manual Color Registration Adjustments are required when the printer is initially installed and after the printer is moved. NOTE: The Color Reg Adjust feature can be - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 68
of a non-Dell toner cartridge may result in some of the printer's functions being unavailable, a reduction in print quality, or deterioration of the printer's reliability. Use of a new Dell brand toner cartridge is recommended for your printer. The Dell warranty does not cover any problems caused by - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 69
service, but requires a password to use the service. Off Disables the Scan service. On Enables the Fax service. Fax On (Password) Enables the Fax services, but requires a password to send faxes (does not require a password to receive incoming faxes). Off Disables the Fax service (the printer - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 70
total number of pages printed. When printed using either the operator panel or Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, the report will be titled Print Volume Report. Dell ColorTrack Purpose: To specify which users have access to color printing and to limit print volume per user. NOTE: Depending on the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 71
on the printer. Continue to hold Menu until the display displays the top menu. This will recover the factory default panel password. Note that the password for Panel Lock, Function Enabled, and Secure Receive is disabled. Also note that the settings for Address Book and FAX are cleared. NOTE: If - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 72
operating system, create a setup disk in a floppy disk or in a server on the network. Using the setup disk that you have created will reduce the amount of work required when installing the printer driver. l Install the Dell™ 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer printer driver in the computer on - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 73
the Quick Launch Utility when you install the Dell software. For information about installing the software, see "Setting Up for Shared Printing". To open the Quick Launch Utility window: 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 74
the scanner driver before reading or editing the Address Book entries. ScanButton Manager The ScanButton Manager button opens the ScanButton Manager, which allows you to specify how the ScanButton Manager behaves for scan events that the device generates. The Scan to Application stores the image - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 75
l "Avoiding Jams" If you experience a paper jam, see "Clearing Jams". Sending a Job to Print To support all of the printer features, use the printer driver. When you choose Print from a software program, a window representing the printer driver opens. Select the appropriate settings for the specific - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 76
of print jobs appears in the printer window. 2. Select the job you want to cancel. 3. Press Delete on the keyboard. Canceling a Job From the Desktop 1. Click start®Printers and Faxes For Windows 2000: Click Start® Settings® Printers. For Windows Server® 2003: Click Start® Printers and Faxes. For - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 77
and then press . 3. Press until either PCL Fonts List appears. 4. Press . The PCL fonts list is printed. From Your Computer 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick Launch Utility dialog box opens. 2. Click the Tool Box button. The - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 78
then press . 3. Press until Stored Documents appears, and then press . The stored documents page is printed. From Your Computer 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick Launch Utility dialog box opens. 2. Click the Tool Box button - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 79
When you select Del after Print, the held job is automatically deleted after printing. Secure Print When you send a job to the printer, you can specify a password from the driver. The password must be between 1 and 12 digits using numbers 0-9. The job is then held in print memory until you enter the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 80
an original document for copying, scanning and sending a fax. You can load up to 35 sheets of 75 g/m2 (20 lb) documents for one job using the ADF or one sheet at a time using the document glass. NOTE: To get the best scan quality, especially for color or gray scale images, use the document glass - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 81
may cause black spots on the printout. For best results, clean the document glass before use. For more information, see "Cleaning the Scanner". To number of copies, copy size, the contrast, and the image quality. See "Setting Copy Options". To clear the settings, use the button. 5. Press . NOTE: - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 82
number of copies, copy size, contrast, and image quality, see "Setting Copy Options". To clear the settings, use . 3. Press . Setting until Color appears, and then press . 4. Press to select the desired settings, and then press . Color* Prints in color mode. Black & White Prints in black and - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 83
to select SSF, and then press . SSF Paper Size is displayed. 5. Press to select the desired settings, and then press . Letter*1 Folio Legal Executive Monarch DL C5 Envelope #10 A4 A5 B5 *1 Denotes country-specific factory default values. 6. Press to begin copying. SSF Paper Type You can select the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 84
or ADF. NOTE: When you make a reduced copy, black lines may appear at the bottom of your copy. To Admin Menu ® System Settings ® mm/inch is set to mm. NOTE: You can set the value in a percent for Custom. 5. Press to begin copying. Original Type The Original Type setting is used to improve the image - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 85
begin copying. Document Size You can select the default document size. 1. Load the document to be A4 Letter B5 A5 Executive Folio Legal 5. Press to begin copying. Lighter/Darker Adjusts the contrast to make the typed or printed documents. Darker1 Darker2 Works well with light print or faint - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 86
copy softer than the original. 5. Press to begin copying. Color Saturation Adjusts the amount of colors to make the colors darker or lighter than the original. 1. Load the document , and then press . 5. Press to begin copying. Multiple-Up Prints two original images to fit onto one sheet of paper. - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 87
job. For example, if you make two copies of three page documents, one complete three page document will print followed by the second complete document. NOTE: You can collate more pages when optional memory card is installed. 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF. OR - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 88
Collated appears. 4. Press to select Collated, and then press . 5. If necessary, customize the copy settings including the number of copies, contrast, and image quality. See "Setting Copy Options". 6. Press to begin copying. For the document loaded on the document glass, the display asks if you want - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 89
the Default Settings The COPY menu options, including contrast, and image quality printer. The printer waits before it restores the default copy settings, if you do not start copying after changing them on the operator panel. 1. Press until >SETUP appears, and then press . 2. Press until >Admin - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 90
Scanning Scanning Overview Scanning From the Operator Panel Scanning Using the TWAIN Driver Scanning Using the Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) Driver Using a Scanner on the Network Sending an E-Mail with the Scanned Image Scanning Overview Use your Dell™ 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 91
Imaging. 3. Click File®Scan or Get Photo... The Available Scanner dialog box appears. NOTE: If the Available Scanner dialog box does not appear, click the Select... button in the left pane of the Scan or Get Photo window. 4. In the Available Scanner dialog box, select TWAIN: Dell 2135cn MFP Scanner - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 92
to save the picture. 10. Follow the on-screen instructions to edit the picture after it is copied to your computer. Scanning Using the Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) Driver Your printer also supports the WIA driver for scanning images. WIA is one of the standard components provided by Microsoft - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 93
Follow the on-screen instructions to edit the picture after it is copied to your computer. To scan an image from Control Panel: 1. Printers and Other Hardware®Scanners and Cameras. 3. Double-click the scanner icon. The Scanner and Camera Wizard launches. 4. Click Next to display the Choose Scanning - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 94
to send the scanned file on the network. See "Sending the Scanned File on the Network" for more details. Here are some additional instructions if you need to create a password for your user account or locate the IP address of your computer. l Create a Password For Your User Login Account. l Locate - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 95
user login name. 9. Click on the user login name that you have just entered. Select Full Control check box. This will grant you permission to send the document into this folder. If you are using Windows Vista or Windows Server 2008, you can share a folder with the following or similar instructions - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 96
folder. NOTE: Do not use Everyone as the user login name. Setting Up the Address Book To setup the Scan to Server/Computer address book through the network, you will first need to locate the IP address of the printer. You can obtain this IP address from the System Settings page by performing the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 97
printed. From Your Computer 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser System Settings page is printed. Once you have obtained the IP address of the printer, you can setup the Type in the IP address of the printer in the address bar and click Go. The printer's web page appears - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 98
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your Microsoft Windows operating system. Select FTP if you have a FTP server. NOTE: FTP Server depends on Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) and may not be installed on your computer. See the Microsoft document for detailed instructions on how to setup FTP server. Enter the IP address of - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 100
Example of an entry for Scan to Server, FTP. - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 101
NOTE: Ensure that you enter an IP address in the Server Address box correctly. Sharing a Folder With Sub-folder From Your Computer To create and share a folder to setup the Address Book. See "Setting Up the Address Book" for the details. Example of an entry for Scan to Computer with sub-folder, SMB. - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 102
Stores the scanned image on the computer by using the SMB protocol. Search Address: Select the server address registered in Address Book. NOTE: Users need to be registered before you can select Server or Computer on the operator panel. 4. Press to send the scanned files. Creating a Password for Your - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 103
OK. A command prompt window will open. 3. Type ipconfig and press Enter. 4. Note down the IP Address xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx. Sending an E-Mail with the Scanned Image To send an e-mail attached with the scanned image from your printer, follow the steps below: l Set E-Mail Alert l Register a user l Start to - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 104
e-mail server. NOTE: If the error message including 016-506 or 016-764 is displayed, contact your server administrator for the settings for E-Mail Send Authentication. 3. Click the Apply New Settings button. Registering a New User 1. From the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, click Address Book - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 105
, and then press . 2. Press until Scan to E-Mail appears, and then press . 3. Press or to select the setting listed below, and then press . Enter E-Mail: Type the e-mail address directly. Address Book: Select the e-mail address registered in the Address Book. NOTE: Users need to be registered before - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 106
5. Press to send e-mail. Back to Contents Page - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 107
operator panel and follow the instructions below, if: l You purchased your printer with a new Dell computer l You have finished Windows Installer setup without completing FAX Initial Setup l You wish to change the country settings of where your printer is used FAX Country Setting Procedure To set - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 108
name or company name, will be printed at the top of each page sent from your printer. NOTE: The following settings can be configured also using Fax Initial Setup on the Windows Installer. 1. Press until >SETUP appears, and then press . 2. Press until >Admin Menu appears, and then press . 3. Press - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 109
for the access code to function. For example, enter the access code 9 and then press printer occurs. NOTE: The following settings can be configured also using Fax Initial Setup on the Windows Installer. To set the time and date: 1. Press until >SETUP appears, and then press . 2. Press until >Admin - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 110
is correct. 11. Press to return to the standby mode. NOTE: The printer beeps and does not allow you to proceed to the next step if a can be configured also using Fax Initial Setup on the Windows Installer. 1. Press until >SETUP appears, and then press . 2. Press until >Admin Menu appears, and then - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 111
You can select the default fax receiving mode. l Fax: (automatic receive mode) l Telephone (manual receive mode): Automatic fax reception is turned off. You can receive a fax by picking up the handset of the external telephone and then pressing the remote receive code, or by setting OnHook - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 112
to forward incoming faxes to another fax number. When a fax arrives at your printer, it is stored in the memory. Then, the printer dials the fax number that you have specified and sends the fax. Sent Fax Fwd Select Only On Error to forward incoming faxes when an error occurs. Select On to always - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 113
send or receive errors, there is an advanced fax settings menu which you can access and change the settings accordingly. To enter the Diagnostic Menu (Customer Mode), follow the instructions. 1. Turn off the Dell 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer. 2. Disconnect all network, phone line, and - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 114
get the best scan quality, especially for gray scale images, use the document glass instead of the ADF. To fax a document using the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF): 1. Place the document(s) face up on the ADF with the top edge of the documents in first. Then adjust the document guides to the correct - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 115
printed using a dot-matrix printer. Used for documents containing extremely fine detail. The super fine mode is enabled only if the remote machine also supports the Super Fine Super Fine resolution. See the note below. Photo Used for documents containing photographic images. NOTE: Faxes scanned - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 116
goes wrong while sending your fax, an error message appears on the display. If you receive an error message, press to clear the message and try to send the document again. You can set your printer to print a confirmation report automatically after each fax transmission. For further details, see - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 117
the data in the memory is cleared. NOTE: If you turn off and on the printer, the stored documents are sent as soon as the printer is activated. Sending a Fax from the Driver (Direct Fax) You can send a fax directly from your computer by using the driver. NOTE: Only black and white faxes can be sent - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 118
NOTE: Faxes printed in the Super-high image quality by Direct Fax driver transmits at the highest resolution supported by the receiving device. b. Transmission report Purpose: To specify whether or not to print a fax transmission result. Values: NOTE: * denotes the factory default setting. Output - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 119
driver. a. Enter the name and phone number directly. b. Specify a destination that is saved to the Phone Book on the PC. c. Specify a destination that is saved to the Address Book on the Dell 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer.* * This can only be used if the PC and the Dell 2135cn Color Laser - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 120
on the back of your printer. When the memory is full, the fax is received in the Telephone mode. Loading Paper for Receiving Faxes The instructions for loading paper in the paper tray are the same whether you are printing, faxing, or copying, except that faxes can only be printed on Letter-, A4-, or - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 121
use this service. Receiving Faxes in the Memory Since your printer is a multi-tasking device, it can receive faxes while you are making copies or printing. 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. Then, as - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 122
Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. Storing a Number for Speed Dialing 1. Press until >FAX fax numbers, repeat steps 4 through 6. To return to the standby mode, press . Sending a Fax : a. Press until >FAX appears, and then press Adjust the document resolution to suit your fax needs (see "Adjusting - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 123
. The document is sent when the remote fax machine answers. NOTE: Using the asterisk (*) in the first digit, you can send a document to multiple locations. For example, if you enter 00*, you can send a document to the locations registered between 001 and 009. Group Dialing If you frequently send the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 124
on the document glass into the memory. The printer dials each of the numbers included in the group. Printing a Speed Dial List You can check your automatic dial setting by printing a Speed Dial list. 1. Press until >SETUP appears, and then press . 2. Press until >Admin Menu appears, and then press - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 125
, your printer stores it into memory and the JOB STATUS screen displays "Secure Receive" to let you know that there is a fax stored. To print received documents: 1. Press until >JOB STATUS appears, and then press . 2. Press until >Secure Receive appears, and then press . 3. Enter the password, and - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 126
sending or receiving a fax. l Follow the instructions provided with your computer modem and fax application to fax via the computer modem. Printing a Report The following reports are available: Speed Dial This list shows all the numbers currently stored in the printer's memory as speed dial numbers - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 127
: Server Address list l Fax Activity: Fax activity information l Fax Pending: Pending faxes l Print Meter: Print volume report 5. Press . The selected information prints out. Changing Setting Options 1. Press until >FAX appears, and then press . 2. Press until Fax Defaults appears, and then press - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 128
Well-chosen typefaces make a document easier to read. The printer has numerous resident fonts in PCL 5/PCL 6. See weight of a typeface are bold, medium, light, black, and heavy. Style refers to other typeface point size, different fonts printed at the same point size may appear quite different in - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 129
in print memory. Different fonts are available in PCL 5/PCL 6. Some of the most popular typefaces, like Courier and TimesNew, are available for all printer languages. The following table lists all the fonts resident in your printer. See "Printing a Font Sample List" for instructions on how to print - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 130
Albertus Md Albertus XBd Clarendon Cd Coronet Marigold Arial Arial It Arial Bd Arial BdIt TimesNew TimesNew It TimesNew Bd TimesNew BdIt Symbol Wingdings Line Printer Times Roman Times It Times Bd Times BdIt Helvetica Helvetica Ob Helvetica Bd Helvetica BdOb CourierPS - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 131
require different characters at some code points. To support multiple applications and languages, your printer has 36 symbol sets for the resident PCL 5/PCL 6 fonts. Symbol Sets for PCL 5/PCL 6 Not all font names support all of the symbol sets listed. Roman 8 (Default) ISO 8859-1 Latin 1 ISO 8859 - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 132
Symbol Wingdings Back to Contents Page ITC ZapfDingbats MS - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 133
occur frequently. Identifying the Location of Paper Jams The following illustration shows where paper jams may occur along the print media path. CAUTION: Do not attempt to clear any jams using tools or instruments. This may permanently damage the printer. 1 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 2 Fuser - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 134
Single Sheet Feeder 4 Tray 1 5 Front Cover Clearing Paper Jams From the ADF When a document to pull the document: c. Remove the release roller assembly and remove the document by gently pulling it straight up. d. Insert the release roller assembly and press down the release lever. If the document - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 135
NOTICE: Protect the drums of the Print Head Device (PHD) against bright light. If the front cover remains open for more than three minutes, print quality may deteriorate. NOTE: To resolve the error displayed on the operator panel, you must clear all print media from the print media path. 1. Pull - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 136
back into the printer, and push until it stops. Clearing Paper Jams From the Tray 1 NOTICE: Protect the drums of the Print Head Device (PHD) against bright light. If the front cover remains open for more than three minutes, print quality may deteriorate. NOTE: To resolve the error displayed on the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 137
it. If it is still hard to remove the paper, go to the next step to remove the jammed paper from the inside of the printer. 4. Open the front cover by pushing the side button and remove the jammed paper. Then, confirm that there are no scraps of paper remaining inside - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 138
the drums of the Print Head Device (PHD) against bright light. If the front cover remains open for more than three minutes, print quality may deteriorate. NOTE: To resolve the error displayed on the operator panel, you must clear all print media from the print media path. 1. Turn off the printer and - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 139
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Troubleshooting Guide Basic Printer Problems Display Problems Printing Problems Print Quality Problems Abnormal Noise Jam/Alignment Problems Copy Problem Fax Problems Scanning Problems Option Problem Scanner Driver/Printer Utility Problems Other Problems Contacting Service Basic Printer Problems - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 141
-Dell brand toner cartridges, disable the Non-Dell Toner option. 1. Launch the Tool Box, and click Non-Dell Toner on the Printer Maintenance tab. 2 2. Ensure that the On check box is not selected. The task is complete. Is the problem resolved? Disable the Toner Saving Mode in the printer driver - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 142
the 4 Colors Configuration Chart button. The 4 Colors Configuration Chart is printed. Is the problem resolved? The task is complete. Go to action 10. The task is complete. Contact Dell. Part of the output is too light. Action If printing many low density images, execute the Toner Refresh Mode - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 143
Dell. Random spots/blurred images Action Ensure that the toner cartridges are installed correctly. See "Installing the Toner Cartridges". 1 Is the problem resolved? Ensure that the PHD unit is installed correctly. See "Replacing the Print Head Device (PHD) Unit" and "Installing the PHD Unit - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 144
cartridges, disable the Non-Dell Toner option. 1. Launch the Tool Box, and click Non-Dell Toner on the Printer Maintenance tab. 2 2. Ensure that the On check box is not selected. The task is complete. Go to action 3. Is the problem resolved? Disable the Toner Saving Mode in the printer driver - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 145
tab. 3 3. Click the 4 Colors Configuration Chart button. The 4 Colors Configuration Chart is printed. The task is complete. Contact Dell. Is the problem resolved? Part or the entire output is black. Action Ensure Output Color is set to Color (Auto) in the printer driver. Yes No 1 1. On the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 146
to the action corresponding to the location of the problem: l PHD unit - 2a l Fuser - 2b. l Main unit of the printer - contact Dell. Contact Dell. The task is complete. Contact Dell. The task is complete. Contact Dell. Action Ensure the light path is not covered. Yes No 1. Remove the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 147
If using non-recommended print media, use the print media recommended for the printer. 2b Is the problem resolved? Adjust the transfer bias. Go to action 3. 1. On the operator panel, select SETUP ® Admin Menu ® Maintenance ® Adjust BTR. 2. Adjust the setting for the type of print media being used - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 148
you have a spare unit. See "Replacing the Print Head Device (PHD) Unit" and "Installing the PHD Unit". 2 Is the problem resolved? The task is complete. No Go to action 2. Contact Dell. Jagged characters Action Set Print Mode to High Quality in the printer driver. 1 1. On the Graphics tab, select - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 149
to the location of the problem: l PHD unit - 2a l Fuser - 2b l Main unit of the printer - contact Dell Contact Dell. 1. Replace the PHD unit. See "Replacing the Print Head Device (PHD) Unit" and "Installing the PHD Unit". 2. After you replace the PHD unit, click Chart Print on the Diagnosis tab - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 150
the Menus" and "Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool". Action Locate the cause of the problem by removing the toner cartridges, fuser, and the PHD unit. 1. Remove the toner cartridges, fuser, and PHD unit. See "Removing the Used Toner Cartridge", "Replacing the Print Head Device (PHD) Unit", and the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 151
button? 1. Reinstall the toner cartridges. 2. Perform action 3 again. 6 Does the noise generated from the printer match with the noise from the Play of Sound button? Contact Dell. Go to action 5. Contact Dell. Go to action 6. Contact Dell. Contact Dell. Jam/Alignment Problems NOTE: Some of - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 152
the Print Head Device (PHD) Unit" and "Installing the PHD Unit". 2. On the Registration Adjustment page, click the Color Regi Chart button. 3a The Color Regi Configuration Chart is printed. Is the problem resolved? Print the Color Regi Configuration Chart and manually correct the color registration - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 153
is complete. No Go to action 2. Contact Dell. Jam at the Exit Sensor Action Ensure that the fuser is installed correctly. For information on how to install the fuser, see the fuser replacement guide, Replacing the Fuser. 1 Is the problem resolved? Replace the PHD unit if you have a spare. See - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 154
country code is set correctly under SETUP ® Admin Menu ® Fax Settings ® Country. An error often occurs during a fax transmission or reception. Reduce the modem speed under SETUP ® Admin Menu ® Fax Settings ® Modem Speed. Scanning Problems Problem The scanner does not work. The printer scans very - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 155
to Administrative Tools, and then click Services. 2. Right-click Windows Image Acquisition (WIA), and then click Start. Cannot scan using TWAIN or WIA on a Windows Server 2008 computer. Install the Desktop Experience feature on the computer. To install Desktop Experience: 1. Click Start, point to - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 156
sensor. See "Cleaning the CTD Sensor Inside the Printer". Ask your system administrator. Ask your system administrator. Ask your system administrator. Replace the toner cartridge of the color displayed on the operator panel. Replace the PHD unit. Contact Customer Support. Replace the toner cartridge - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 157
Contacting Service When you call for printer service, be prepared to describe the problem you are experiencing or the error message on the display. You need to know your printer's model type and serial number. See the label located inside the side door of your printer. Back to Contents Page - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 158
Back to Contents Page Installing Printer Drivers Personal Printer Setup Network Printer Setup Troubleshooting Instructions Personal Printer Setup 1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD into your computer to start Easy Setup Navigator. NOTE: If the CD does not automatically launch, click start® Run, - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 159
necessary if you have Windows XP Service Pack 2 installed. If your printer is connected directly to a network and the Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows Server 2008 firewall is enabled, you cannot view your networked printer(s) when you run the Dell™ printer installation software. To prevent this - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 160
the Set this printer as default check box. d. If you want to restrict color printing, select the appropriate Dell ColorTrack option. Enter the password when Color - Password Enabled is selected for Dell ColorTrack. e. If you want to install the fax driver, check the FAX Driver check box. 7. Select - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 161
Share the Firewall File and Printer NOTE: This step is required for Windows XP, Windows XP 64-bit Edition, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 64-bit Edition, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2008 Enterprise x64 Edition. For Windows XP: 1. Click start® Control Panel. 2. Select Security Center. 3. - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 162
Clear the Use User Account Control (UAC) to help protect your computer check box. 5. Click OK. 6. Restart the computer. Enable Network Discovery and File Sharing for all Public Networks You can skip "Disable User Account Control" for this procedure. NOTE: This step is required when you use Windows - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 163
the Set this printer as default check box. d. If you want to restrict color printing, select the appropriate Dell ColorTrack option. Enter the password when Color-Password Enabled is selected for Dell ColorTrack. e. If you want to install the fax driver, check the FAX Driver check box. 9. Select - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 164
sends an alert until an error occurs. Troubleshooting Instructions Use the Customer Mode to locate the unit in the printer that causes a problem. Checking the Printer Operations 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick Launch - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 165
® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick Launch Utility dialog box opens. 2. Click the Tool Box button. The Tool Box dialog box opens. 3. Select the printer from Printer Name. The Tool Box opens. 4. Click the Printer Maintenance tab. 5. Select Reset Defaults - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 166
share a locally-attached printer on the network, you need to share the printer, and then install the shared printer on network clients: For Windows® XP, Windows Server® 2003, and Windows 2000: 1. Click start® Printers and Faxes (Printers for Windows 2000). 2. Right-click the printer icon and select - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 167
added to the Printers and Faxes (Printers for Windows 2000) folder. The copy time varies, based on network traffic and other factors. Close My Network Places. 4. Print a test page to verify installation. 5. Click start® Printers and Faxes (Printers for Windows 2000). 6. Select the printer you just - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 168
drivers. 6. Select whether you want this printer to be the default printer for the client, click Next, and then click Finish (For Windows 2000, click Finish). 7. Print a test page to verify installation: a. Click start® Settings® Printers and Faxes (Printers for Windows 2000). b. Select the printer - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 169
Supplies Storing Print Media Storing Consumables Replacing Toner Cartridges Replacing the Print Head Device (PHD) Unit Replacing Retard Roller Cleaning the Feed Roller Inside the Printer Cleaning the CTD Sensor Inside the Printer Adjusting Color Registration Cleaning the Scanner Cleaning the ADF - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 170
instructions in your Product Information Guide. Dell toner cartridges are available only through Dell. You can order more cartridges online at http://www.dell.com/supplies or by phone. To order by phone, see "Contacting Dell™". It is recommended to use Dell toner cartridges for your printer. Dell - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 171
and then pull out the toner cartridge. CAUTION: Do not shake the toner cartridge as it may spill some toner. Installing a New Toner Cartridge 1. Ensure that the color of the new toner cartridge matches that on the handle before replacing it. Shake the toner cartridge five or six times to distribute - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 172
3. Close the side cover. Replacing the Print Head Device (PHD) Unit 1. Ensure that the printer is turned off. 2. Press the side button and open the front cover. 3. Turn the four PHD lock levers counterclockwise. 4. Pull the PHD unit out of the printer. - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 173
Installing the PHD Unit 1. Open the PHD packaging. 2. Pull out the PHD unit from the packaging. 3. Completely remove the eight yellow ribbons from the PHD unit. 4. Remove the rear protective cover from the PHD unit. NOTE: Do not remove the front protective cover at this moment. - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 174
until the line on the handle aligns with the white line on the printer. 6. Turn the four PHD lock levers 90 degrees clockwise to lock the PHD unit. 7. Carefully remove the front protective cover from the PHD unit. NOTICE: Ensure that you do not hit the belt unit when removing the front protective - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 175
and follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. Dell retard rollers are available only through Dell. To order by phone, see "Contacting Dell™". It is recommended to use Dell retard rollers for your printer. Dell does not provide warranty coverage for problems caused by using - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 176
Installing the New Retard Roller in the Tray 1 Printer Clean the feed roller inside the printer if print media does not feed correctly. 1. Ensure that the printer is turned off. 2. Push the side button and open the front cover. 3. Turn the four PHD lock levers counterclockwise, and then pull the PHD - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 177
4. Hold the gray tabs, and then pull out the PHD unit. NOTE: Keep the PHD unit in a dark place. 5. Clean the feed roller inside the printer with a dry cloth. 6. Insert the PHD unit until it stops and turn the four PHD lock levers clockwise to lock the PHD unit. 7. Close the front cover. - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 178
cover. 3. Clean the CTD sensor inside the printer with a clean dry cotton swab. 4. Close the front cover. Adjusting Color Registration To adjust the color registration when you first install the printer or after moving it to a new location, follow the procedure below. Printing the Color Registration - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 179
The color registration chart is printed. From Your Computer 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick Launch Utility dialog box opens. 2. Click the Tool Box button. The Tool Box dialog box opens. 3. Select the printer from Printer - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 180
C). If you find the medium line, make a note of the value (-9 - +9) indicated by the medium line for each color. When the value is 0 for each color, you do not need to adjust the color registration for the slow scan. When the value is not 0, enter the value using the procedure in "Entering Values". - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 181
at the value of 0. Viewing the images before and after will help. From Your Computer Using the Tool Box, enter the values that you found in the color registration chart to make adjustments. 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 182
Show image of before and after adjustment will help. CAUTION: After printing the color registration chart, do not turn off the printer until the printer motor has stopped running. NOTE: If 0 is not next to the straightest lines, determine the values and adjust the printer again. Cleaning the Scanner - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 183
. 1. Open the ADF cover. 2. Wipe the ADF feed roller with a dry soft lint-free cloth or paper towel until it is clean. If the ADF feed roller gets soiled with ink stains, paper from the ADF may also be soiled. In this case, slightly dampen a soft lint-free cloth or paper towel - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 184
Page Removing the Optional Memory Card Printing and Checking the System Settings Page Updating your PCL Driver This chapter describes how to remove the printer's optional memory card. The optional memory card must be removed and carefully packed to avoid damage if the printer is shipped. 1. Ensure - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 185
7. Hold the memory card and pull it out. 8. Close the memory cover halfway until it stops, and then slide it towards the front of the printer. 9. Close the memory cover completely and slide it again towards the front of the printer. 10. Turn the screw clockwise. 11. Turn on the printer. - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 186
of the memory listed in the system settings under General. Updating your PCL Driver Update your driver by following the instructions for the operating system you are using. If the printer is on a network, update the driver for each client. 1. Click start®Printers and Faxes. For Windows® 2000: Click - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 187
6. Close the Printers and Faxes folder. For Windows Server 2003: Close the Printers and Faxes folder. For Windows 2000/Windows Vista/Windows Server 2008: Close the Printers folder. Back to Contents Page - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 188
Cables Copier Specifications Scanner Specifications Facsimile Specifications Operating System Compatibility Your Dell™ 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® 2000, Windows XP, Windows XP 64-bit Edition, Windows Server® 2003, Windows Server 2003 Enterprise - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 189
routers, or computers). This information helps network administrators manage the network (analyze performance, traffic, errors, and so on). Dell™ 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer complies with standard industry MIB specifications, allowing the printer to be recognized and managed by various - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 190
) module Scanner Specifications Item Description Tool Without An Interesting Name (TWAIN), Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) Compatibility NOTE: WIA is not available for Windows 2000. Scan Resolution Optical: 600 x 600 dpi, 1,200 x 1,200 dpi Enhanced: 9,600 x 9,600 dpi (Gray and Color only in - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 191
document length Paper size Resolution User Memory Halftone Approx. 3 seconds/page *Transmission time applies to memory transmission of text data scanned in Standard resolution with ECM using only ITU-T No.1 Chart. Document glass: approx. 3 seconds/A4 (at standard fax resolution mode) ADF: approx - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 192
customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the operating system, software program and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of the printer and all Dell-installed hardware. In - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 193
their used computer hardware, monitors, printers, and other peripherals in an support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell™ for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1. Visit support.dell - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 194
memory card (256 MB) What are you looking for? Find it here Drivers and Utilities CD l Drivers for my printer l My User's Guide l How to load print media into my printer l How to print, scan, and copy l How to send and receive faxes l How to care for and maintain my printer l How to contact Dell - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 195
to use the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool and Tool Box l How to print, scan, and copy l How to send and receive faxes l Print media guidelines l How to use the software for my printer l How to clear jams l Troubleshooting l Express Service Code and Service Tag number l Latest drivers for my - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 196
Resetting Defaults Adjusting the Language You can change most system settings from your software program. If your printer is attached to the network, you can change settings from the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. To launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, type the printer's IP address - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 197
l If the selection is a menu item, the default menu setting for the menu item appears. (The current user default menu setting has an asterisk (*) beside it.) Each menu defaults are restored. To select a new value as a setting: 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 198
>Reports appears, and then press . 3. System Settings is displayed. Press . The System Settings page is printed. From Your Computer 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick Launch Utility dialog box opens. 2. Click the Tool Box - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 199
® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick Launch Utility dialog box opens. 2. Click the Tool Box button. The Tool Box dialog box opens. 3. Select the printer from Printer Name. The Tool Box opens. 4. Click the Printer Maintenance tab. 5. Select Reset Defaults - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 200
The Tool Box opens. 4. Click the Printer Maintenance tab. 5. Select System Settings from the list at the left side of the page. The System Settings page is displayed. 6. Select the desired language from Device Language, and then press the Apply New Settings button. Back to Contents Page - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 201
standard Dell™ 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer. NOTE: In this manual, Dell™ 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer is referred to as the "printer". Front View 1 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 2 Side Button 5 Tray 1 6 Single Sheet Feeder (SSF) Front Cover 3 Side Cover (toner cartridges - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 202
image or malfunctioning of your printer, avoid placing the printer in direct sunlight with the single sheet feeder opened. Provide enough room to open the printer enough space around the printer for proper ventilation. Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 1 ADF Cover 2 Document Guides 3 Document Glass 4 - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 203
Ordering Supplies To order replacement toner cartridges or supplies from Dell: 1. Double-click the icon on your desktop. If you cannot find the icon on your desktop: a. Click the "DLRMM.EXE" file under "C:\Program Files\Dell Printers\Additional Color Laser Software\Reorder". NOTE: "C:\Program Files - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 204
Print Head Device (PHD) Unit Installing the Toner Cartridges Installing the PHD Unit CAUTION: Before performing any of the following procedures, read and follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To protect the drums of the Print Head Device (PHD) against bright light - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 205
Installing the PHD Unit 1. Press the side button and open the front cover. 2. Turn the four PHD lock levers counterclockwise to unlock the unit. NOTICE: Do not touch the belt unit. 3. Hold the gray tabs, and then pull the PHD unit out of the printer totally. NOTICE: Do not remove the protective - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 206
until the line on the handle aligns with the white line on the printer. NOTICE: Ensure that you do not hit the belt unit when inserting the PHD unit. 6. Turn the four PHD lock levers 90 degrees in clockwise direction, and then remove the protective sheet. 7. Close the front cover. Back to Contents - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 207
Choosing the Right Cable Connecting the Printer Directly to a Computer Turning On the Printer Connecting the Printer to the Network Connecting the Telephone Line Using the RESET Button Choosing the Right Cable Your Dell™ 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer interconnection cable must meet the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 208
plugged into a UPS system. 2. Turn on the computer and the printer. When you use the USB cable, the USB driver is automatically installed. Connecting the Printer to the Network To attach the printer to a network: 1. Ensure that the printer, computer, and any other attached devices are turned off and - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 209
should not be plugged into a UPS system. 2. Turn on the computer and the printer. Print and Check the System Settings Page Print the System Settings page. From the Printer Operator Panel 1. Press until >SETUP appears, and then press . 2. Press until >Reports appears, and then press . 3. System - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 210
From Your Computer 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick Launch Utility dialog box opens. 2. Click the Tool Box button. The Tool Box dialog box opens. 3. Select the printer from Printer Name. The Tool Box opens. 4. Click the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 211
the printer drivers with the installer. When you use the Network Installation feature, and the Get IP Address is set to AutoIP or DHCP on the operator panel menu, you can set the IP address from 0.0.0.0 to the desired IP address on the printer selection window. Verify the IP Settings 1. Print - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 212
a telephone and/or answering machine to your printer, plug the telephone or answering machine line Using the RESET Button Your printer is supplied with an electric printer. When an electric leakage is detected, the RESET button is tripped. In this case, press the RESET button to turn the printer - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 213
the RESET button is tripped and the printer is turned off, the electric leakage detector functions correctly. Press the RESET button to turn the printer back on. l If the RESET button is not tripped, contact Dell. Do not continue to use the printer if the electric leakage detector is not functioning - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 214
, you can easily copy the printer settings to one or all printers on the network using your web browser. To launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, type your printer's IP address in your web browser. If you do not know the IP address of your printer, print the System Settings page, which - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 215
>Reports appears, and then press . 3. System Settings is displayed. Press . The System Settings page is printed. From Your Computer 1. Click start® All Programs® Dell Printers® Additional Color Laser Software® Quick Launch Utility. The Quick Launch Utility dialog box opens. 2. Click the Tool Box - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 216
e-mail list box. Set E-mail Alert also when using the Scan to E-mail feature. Set Password Use the Set Password menu to lock the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool with a password so that other users do not inadvertently change the printer settings that you have selected. NOTE: You must log in as - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 217
Connections tab. 3. Clear the Use a proxy sever for your LAN check box. OR Click Advanced, and then specify the printer's IP address in the Do ://nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn/> (the printer's IP address) in the URL entry field of the browser to activate the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. For Firefox 2.0 - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 218
in the top frame. Dell 2135cn MFP IPv4 Location Contact Person Machine image Displays the product name of the printer. Displays the IP address of the printer. Displays the printer's location. The location can be changed in the Basic Information section on the Print Server Settings page. Displays - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 219
Settings" "Scan Defaults" "Fax Defaults" "Fax Settings" "Printer Settings" "Paper Density" "Adjust BTR" "Adjust Fuser" "Auto Registration Adjustment" "Color Registration Adjustments" "Printer Maintenance" "Clean Developer" "Adjust Altitude" "Reset Defaults" "Non-Dell Toner" "Initialize - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 220
. Values: Cyan Cartridge Level Magenta Cartridge Level Yellow Cartridge Level Displays the percent of toner remaining in each toner cartridge. When a cartridge is empty, a message appears. The text Print Cartridge is linked to the Dell Printer Supplies website. Black Cartridge Level Paper Trays - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 221
: Dell Service Tag Number Displays Dell's service tag number. Asset Tag Number Displays the printer's asset tag number. Printer Serial Number Displays the printer's serial number. Memory Capacity Displays the memory capacity. Processor Speed Displays the processing speed. Firmware Version - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 222
(which is not supported by the printer) as text when the printer receives it RAM Disk Displays whether or not to allocate RAM for the file system for the Secure Print and Proof Print features. This item is only available when the 256 MB optional memory card is installed. Substitute Tray Displays - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 223
Settings Copy Defaults Copy Color Balance Copy Settings Scan Defaults Fax Defaults Line Termination Displays whether or not to set the line termination. Default Color Displays the color mode setting. Panel Lock Set Displays whether or not to lock Admin Menu with a password. Copy Service Lock - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 224
Adjustment Displays whether to automatically perform color registration adjustment. Adjust Altitude Displays the altitude of the location where the printer is installed. Non-Dell Toner Displays whether or not to use another manufacturer's toner cartridge. Date Format Displays the default - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 225
to print the Fax Activity report. Fax Pending Click the Start button to print the Fax Pending report. Printer Settings The Printer Settings tab includes System Settings, PCL Settings, Secure Settings, Copy Defaults, Copy Color Balance, Copy Settings, Scan Defaults, Fax Defaults, and Fax Settings - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 226
the print color mode as Color or Black. This setting is used for print jobs without a specified color print mode. Secure Settings Panel Lock Purpose: To set whether to lock Admin Menu with a password, and to set or change the password. Set the password of the Dell Printer Configuration Web - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 227
the password. Set the password of the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool from Set Password in Print Server Settings. Values: Copy Service Lock Set Sets whether to lock the Copy service with a password. Scan Service Lock Set Sets whether to lock the Scan service with a password. Fax Service Lock - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 228
a server using the FTP protocol. File Format Sets the file format in which scanned documents are to be saved. Color Sets whether to scan in color or in black and white. Resolution Sets the default scan resolution. Document Size Sets the paper size of the original. Lighter/Darker Sets the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 229
mode, the printer will monitor the fax signal and pick up the line if there are fax tones. If the phone communication in your country is serial, this mode is not supported. DRPD Before using the Distinctive Ring Pattern Detection (DRPD) option, a distinctive ring service must be installed on your - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 230
an error occurs. Country Sets the country where the printer is used. Printer Maintenance The Printer Maintenance tab includes Paper Density, Adjust BTR, Adjust Fuser, Auto Registration Adjustment, Color Registration Adjustments, Clean Developer, Adjust Altitude, Reset Defaults, Non-Dell Toner - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 231
toner cartridge. Cyan Toner Refresh Cleans the toner in the cyan toner cartridge. Black Toner Refresh Cleans the toner in the black toner cartridge. Drum Refresh Cleans the surface of the PHD unit. Adjust Altitude Purpose: To specify the altitude of the location where the printer is installed - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 232
Reset Defaults User (Scan) Section Click Start to initialize the e-mail and server address entries in the Address Book. Non-Dell Toner Purpose: To specify whether or not to use another manufacturer's toner cartridge. NOTICE: Use of a non-Dell toner cartridge may result in some of the printer's - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 233
printer's Media Access Control Address (MAC) address. Displays the host name. Displays the IP address mode. Displays the IP settings, go to the pages in the Print Server Settings tab. Values: Port Status Displays Service Call Displays the status, and whether to receive an E-Mail Alert, for Service - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 234
10Base-T Full-Duplex as the default value. Selects 100Base-TX Half-Duplex as the default value. 100BASE-TX Full-Duplex Selects 100Base-TX Full-Duplex as the default value. Current Ethernet Settings Displays the current settings of the Ethernet. MAC Address Displays the printer's MAC address - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 235
address via DHCP. Address from DHCP Manually sets the DNS server address in xxx reject or permit printing from the specified network addresses, or disables IP filtering for the Printing From a Specified User The following describes the procedure to disable printing only from the "192.168.100.10" IP - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 236
the SMTP account password again to confirm. Specifies the POP3 server address in IP address format of "aaa.bbb.ccc.ddd" or as a DNS host name using up to 63 characters. POP3 Port Number*1 Specifies the POP3 server port number. This must be 110 or between 5000 and 65535. POP User Name*1 Specifies - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 237
. Enter the password again to confirm. Reset Print Server Purpose: To initialize NVRAM (non-volatile RAM) for the network feature and reboot the printer. You can also initialize the printer's NVRAM from Reset Defaults in the Printer Settings menu. Values: Initialize NIC NVRAM Memory and restart - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 238
Color Balance n Copy Settings n Scan Defaults n Fax Defaults n Fax Settings n Clock Settings n Address Book Copy Printer Settings Purpose: To copy the printer settings to one or more of the same model of the printer. To copy the settings to another printer, specify the IP address and password of - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 239
Change or Create button on the Edit Print User Registration page. Values: User Registration No. User Name Password Re-enter Password Color Mode Limitation Upper Limit for Color Print Cumulative Color Page Count Upper Limit for Monochrome Print Cumulative Monochrome Page Count Displays the selected - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 240
Allows you to view, edit, or set the default e-mail subject and message. Server Address Server Address Allows you to view, edit, or create server address entries. Phone Book FAX Speed Dial Allows you to view, edit, or create speed dial entries. FAX Group Allows you to view, edit, or create - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 241
the e-mail address of an entry registered under the selected user ID, or enter an e-mail address for the new Default Setup Purpose: To set the default e-mail subject and message. Values: Default Subject Allows you to enter the default e-mail subject. Body Text Allows you to enter the default - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 242
scanned documents on a server via the FTP protocol. Select this to store scanned the text box blank, the default port number (FTP: 21, SMB Password Allows you to view or edit the password that is required to access the selected protocol, or enter a new password. Re-enter Password Enter the password - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 243
Displays a dialog box where you can create a new entry under the selected speed dial code. FAX Speed Dial (Confirm/Change, Create) Purpose: To view or edit the speed dial entries on the FAX Speed Dial page, or create a new entry. The following items are in the dialog box that appears when you click - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 244
column. Allows you to view or edit the fax number of an entry registered under the selected speed dial code, or enter a fax number for the new entry. Press this button whether to display a popup message that prompts the user to set the paper size and type when the paper is loaded in the tray 1. - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 245
Back to Contents Page Installing the Optional Memory Card Print and Check the System Settings Page Updating your PCL Driver This chapter describes how to install the printer's optional memory card. Your printer supports 256 MB additional memory card. 1. Ensure that the printer is turned off. 2. Turn - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 246
of the printer. 9. Close the memory cover completely and slide it again towards the front of the printer. 10. Turn the screw in the clockwise direction. 11. Turn on the printer. Print and Check the System Settings Page Print a System Settings page to verify that the optional memory card is installed - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 247
If you installed the additional print memory after installing the printer driver, update your driver by following the instructions for the operating system you are using. If the printer is on a network, update the driver for each client. 1. Click start® Printers and Faxes. For Windows® 2000: Click - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 248
For Windows Server 2003: Close the Printers and Faxes folder. For Windows 2000/Windows Vista/Windows Server 2008: Close the Printers folder. Back to Contents Page - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 249
for your printer helps avoid printing troubles. This section describes selecting print media, caring for print media, and loading the print media in the tray 1. Paper For the best print quality in color, use 75 g/m2 (20 lb) xerographic, grain long paper. For the best print quality in black and white - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 250
whether the paper you have chosen is acceptable for laser printers. Always print several samples before buying large quantities of any type of print media. When choosing any print media, you should consider the weight, fiber content, and color. Unacceptable Paper The following paper types are not - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 251
paper. Your printer may require more frequent cleaning and feed reliability instructions on loading an envelope. When printing on envelopes: l Use only high-quality envelopes that are designed for use in laser printers. l Set the print the envelope supplier. l Adjust the guide to fit the width - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 252
(0.04 inches) of the die cut. l Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a jam. Partial sheets also contaminate your printer and your cartridge with adhesive, and could void your printer and cartridge warranties. l Use labels that can withstand - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 253
Folio (8.5x13 in) Y Y Executive (7.25 x 10.5 in) Y Y Custom* Y Y *Custom: 76.2 and 215.9 mm or between 3.00 and 8.5 inches 127.0 and 355.6 mm or between 5.00 and 14.00 inches. Supported Paper Types Paper type Single sided printing Duplex printing are the factory default menu settings. - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 254
127 mm (5.00 inches) to 355.6 mm (14.00 inches) Loading Print Media in the Tray 1 NOTE: To avoid paper jams, do not remove the tray while printing is in progress. NOTE: Use only laser print media. Do not use ink jet paper in the printer. 1. Remove the paper tray from the printer. 2. Adjust the paper - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 255
slide the extendable part of the tray by squeezing the length guide and sliding it until it rests lightly against the edge of the stack of paper. 6. After confirming that the guides are securely adjusted, insert the tray into the printer. 7. On the operator panel, press or until the desired paper - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 256
in the tray 1. Envelope#10 Load the envelopes short edge feed with the flaps closed and the print side up. Ensure that the flaps come at the right when you face towards the printer. Monarch or DL The Monarch or DL envelopes can be loaded in one of the following ways: Load - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 257
127 mm (5.00 inches) to 355.6 mm (14.00 inches) Loading the Single Sheet Feeder 1. Adjust the width guides to the print media's width. 2. Hold both sides of the print media facing down close to the single sheet feeder, and push it into the printer until it automatically feeds. NOTE: Do not force the - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 258
®Printers and Faxes. 2. Right-click the printer and select Printing Preferences. The Paper/Output tab is displayed. 3. From Paper Source, select Tray 1 or SSF. 4. From Duplex, select Flip on Long Edge or Flip on Short Edge. 5. Click OK. A window that shows the instructions for manual duplex printing - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 259
and then 5. When Using the Single Sheet Feeder Clicking the OK button on your printer driver will first print the even-numbered pages of your document. If your document consists of six pages, its evennumbered pages are printed in the order of page 2, 4, and then 6. After the even-numbered pages are - Dell 2135cn Color Laser Printer | User Guide - Page 260
feeder, and then press on the operator panel. Page 1 of your document is printed on the print side 2 of page 2. Print the rest of the odd-numbered pages one page at a time in the same manner. NOTE: Warped or curled prints can cause paper jams. Straighten them before loading them in the single sheet
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Dell™ 2135cn Color Laser Multifunction Printer User's Guide
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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Finding Information
About Your Printer
Installing the Toner Cartridges and Print Head Device (PHD) Unit
Connecting Your Printer
Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool
Installing the Optional Memory Card
Print Media Guidelines
Loading Print Media
Operator Panel
Printer Settings
Understanding the Tool Box Menus
Understanding the Menus
Understanding Your Printer Software
Printing
Copying
Scanning
Faxing
Understanding Fonts
Clearing Jams
Troubleshooting Guide
Installing Printer Drivers
Setting Up for Shared Printing
Maintaining Your Printer
Removing the Optional Memory Card
Printer Specifications
Appendix
NOTE:
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NOTE
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NOTICE:
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NOTICE
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CAUTION:
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