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    Dell V310 Series User's Guide April 2009 Machine type(s): 4443 Model(s): 1d1, 1dw, 5dw www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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    change without notice. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other trademarks
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    supplies 13 Replacing ink cartridges...13 Ordering ink cartridges...14 Recycling Dell products...15 Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 16 with Eco-Mode...21 Using the printer software 23 Minimum system requirements...23 Using the Windows printer software...23 Updating the printer
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    48 Copying multiple pages on one sheet...48 Making a duplex copy manually...48 Canceling copy jobs...49 Scanning 50 Tips for scanning...50 Scanning to a local or network computer...50 Scanning to a flash drive or memory card...51 Scanning photos into an editing application...51 Scanning
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    ...74 Cleaning the scanner glass...75 Troubleshooting 76 Before you troubleshoot...76 Using the Service Center to solve printer problems 76 If Troubleshooting does not solve your problem...76 Setup troubleshooting...76 Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting...81 Print troubleshooting...83 Copy and scan
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    . Inspect the power cord regularly for signs of such problems. Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet before inspecting it. Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the user , power cord, or telephone, during a lightning storm. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Safety information 7
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    Guide carefully, and make sure you check the latest updates on our Web site. We're committed to delivering performance and value with our printers, and we want to make sure you're satisfied. If you do encounter any problems along the way, one of our knowledgeable support paper manually or drive
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    printer Publications What are you looking for? Initial setup instructions: • Connecting the printer • Installing the printer software Troubleshooting and solving problems User's Guide The User's Guide is available on the installation software CD. For updates, check our Web site at support.dell
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    your operating system. The latest supplemental information, updates, and online technical support: • Troubleshooting hints and tips • Frequently asked questions • Documentation • Driver downloads • Live chat support • E-mail support • Telephone support Dell Support Web site-support.dell.com Note
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    9 1 8 7 2 3 6 4 5 Use the To 1 Paper support Load paper. 2 Wi-Fi indicator Check wireless status. Note: This feature USB port Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera, USB Bluetooth adapter, or a flash drive to the printer. 6 Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits. 7 Printer
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    1 6 2 5 3 4 Use the To 1 Scanner glass Scan and copy photos and documents. 2 Security slot Install an anti-theft cable on your printer. 3 Power supply with port Connect the printer to a power source. 4 USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable. Warning-Potential Damage:
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    Ordering and replacing supplies Replacing ink cartridges Make sure you have a new ink cartridge or cartridges before you begin. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones, or the ink remaining in the printhead nozzles may dry out. 1 Turn on your printer. 2 Open the
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    to avoid exposing the ink to air. 5 Close the printer. Ordering ink cartridges Page yields available at www.dell.com/supplies. For best results, use only Dell ink cartridges. Item Licensed cartridge1 Regular cartridge Black cartridge Black cartridge, high yield2 Series 21 Series 22 Series
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    to Dell for recycling: 1 Click or Start. 2 Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. 3 Select Printer Home. 4 Choose your printer from the printer drop-down list. 5 Click Order supplies in the Maintenance tab. 6 Click . 7 Follow the instructions on
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    Using the printer control panel buttons and menus Using the printer control panel The following diagrams explain the sections of the printer control panel: 1 2 3 45 6 ON Color START Black Cancel Use the: 1 Power button 2 Copy button 3 Scan button 4 Photo button 5 Color/Black 6 Start
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    Use the: To 7 Cancel button • Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in progress. • Exit from a menu level of the Copy, Scan, Photo, or File Print menu to the top level of a menu. • Exit from a menu level of the Setup menu to the top level of the previous mode. • Clear current settings or error
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    Content Type ID Card Copy Scan to • Computer - Application - Quality - Original Size • Network - Quality - File Type - Original Size • USB Flash Drive - Quality - File Type - Original Size • Memory Card - Quality - File Type - Original Size Paper Size Photo Size Paper Type Quality Layout 1 This
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    Device List Defaults • Photo Print Size • Set Defaults - Use Current - Use Factory Demo Mode • On • Off 1 This menu appears only in printers that support wireless printing. 2 This menu appears only when a USB Bluetooth adapter is inserted into the USB port. Note: The File Print menu is enabled
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    of inactivity or after you turn off the printer, but they will return to the factory default settings when a memory card or flash drive is removed. • Photo Effects • Photo Size • Layout • Quality To change the temporary settings into new default settings 1 From the printer control panel, press
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    Resetting to factory settings Resetting to factory default settings will delete all the printer settings you have previously selected. Using the printer control panel menus 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Defaults, and then press . 3 Press the arrow
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    3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Eco-Mode. 4 Select the Eco-Mode setting, and then press . 5 Press until you exit Setup, or press another mode button. Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 22
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    The printer software requires up to 500 MB of free disk space. Supported operating systems • Microsoft Windows 7 (Web only) • Microsoft Windows Vista • Microsoft Installed screen. Printer software Use the Dell Printer Home (referred to as Printer Home) Dell Fast Pics (referred to as Fast Pics
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    photos. Dell Toolbar (referred to as Toolbar) Print, scan, or convert local files from Windows. Dell Ink Management System Order ink. Dell Fax Dell Service Center (referred to as Service Center) • Troubleshoot the printer. • Access the printer maintenance functions. • Contact technical support
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    CD manually: a Click , or click Start and then click Run. b In the Start Search or Run box, type D:\setup.exe, where D is the letter of your CD or DVD drive. 3 Follow the instructions on the Welcome screen. Using the World Wide Web Updated printer software may be available at www.support.dell.com
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    rest against the edges of the paper. Note: Do not force paper into the printer. The paper should be flat against the paper support, and the edges should be flush against both paper guides. Paper and specialty media guidelines Load up to: 100 sheets of plain paper Make sure that: • The paper
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    cards and glossy paper. • You remove all paper from the paper support before inserting banner paper. • You use banner paper designed for inkjet correctly positioned. • The print side of the label is faceup. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the paper. • You select Automatic, Normal, or
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    Make sure that: • The print side of the card is faceup. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the cards. • You select Automatic, Normal, or Photo follow the loading instructions on the iron-on transfer packaging. • The print side of the transfer is faceup. • The paper guides rest against the
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    • If you want to set the default photo print size: a Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Defaults, and then press . b Press to select Photo Print Size. c Press the arrow buttons to select the default photo print size for the printer, and then press . 3 Press until you exit Setup, or press another
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    Printing Tips for printing • Use the appropriate paper for your print job. • Select a higher print quality for better prints. • Make sure there is enough ink in the ink cartridges. • Remove each sheet as it is printed when printing photos or when working with specialty media. • Select the
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    a USB cable or through a network. • The printer and the computer must be on. • The memory card or flash drive must contain document files that are supported by the printer. For more information, see "Supported memory cards and file types" on page 36. • The computer must contain applications that
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    using the keypad. • To assign a computer name and a PIN to the computer, see the Help for the printer software associated with your operating system. Printing specialty documents Printing envelopes 1 Load the envelopes in the printer. 2 Send the print job: a With a document open, click File  Print
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    the label sheet. • Make sure the paper guide or paper guides rest against the edges of the label sheet . Printing on custom-size paper Before beginning these instructions, load the custom-size paper in the printer. on both sides of the paper (duplexing) manually 1 With a document open, click File  Print
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    Printing section, select Manual. Note: The Print Instruction Page to Assist in Reloading item is selected automatically. 5 Click OK. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages and the instruction sheet. 6 Flip and reload the paper, following the directions on the instruction sheet to complete the
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    card to the adapter that came with it. • Make sure that the memory card inserted is supported by the printer. For more information, see "Supported memory cards and file types" on page 36. • The flash drive uses the same port that is used for a PictBridge camera cable. • An adapter may be necessary
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    Supported memory cards and file types Memory Card File Type • Secure Digital (SD) Documents: • Micro 1 Load photo paper. 2 From the printer control panel, press . 3 Insert a memory card, flash drive, or digital camera set to mass storage mode. If image files and document files are stored in the
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    side faceup. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, then see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 From the printer control panel, press . 3 Insert a memory card, flash drive, or digital camera set to mass storage mode. If document files and image files are stored on
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    -enabled digital camera is set to the correct USB mode. If the camera USB selection is incorrect, then the camera is detected as a flash drive, or an error message will be displayed on the printer control panel. For more information, see the camera documentation. • The printer reads only one
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    2 From the printer control panel, press . 3 Insert a memory card or flash drive. 4 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Proof Sheet, and then press . 5 save your selections. 6 Press . The proof sheet prints. 7 Follow the instructions on the proof sheet to select which photos to print, the number of
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    (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, then see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 From the printer control panel, press . 3 Insert and a Bluetooth-enabled device Note: The printer does not support printing files from your computer using a Bluetooth connection. You
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    • The Bluetooth-enabled device you are using requires users to set up a Bluetooth connection on every print job. For more information, see the documentation for your Bluetooth device. • The name of the Bluetooth device you are using is automatically deleted from the Bluetooth device list. When the
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    to High. Use the keypad to enter your four-digit pass key, and then press . Printing from a Bluetooth-enabled device Note: The printer does not support printing files from your computer using a Bluetooth connection. 1 Insert a USB Bluetooth adapter into the USB port. R Bluetooth Printing 42
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    your printer as the default printer Your printer should be selected automatically from the Print dialog when you send a print job. If you have to manually select your printer, then it is not the default printer. To set the default printer: 1 Click , or click Start and then click Run. 2 In the
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    Changing the printing mode for a single print job 1 With a document open, click File  Print. 2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. 3 Select Automatic, Quick Print, Normal, or Best. Note: Printing in Draft mode uses less ink and is ideal for printing text documents. Pausing print jobs
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    (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings). Tips for copying • When using the ADF, adjust the paper guide on the ADF to the width of the original document. • When using the scanner glass, close the top cover to avoid dark edges on the
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    Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side faceup. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, then see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Place a photo facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the printer control panel, press . 4 Press until Photo Reprint appears. 5 Press
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    5 Press the arrow buttons to set the copy quality to Automatic, Draft, Normal, or Photo, and then press your setting. 6 Press . to save Making a copy lighter or darker 1 Load paper. 2 Load an original document faceup into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the printer control panel,
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    asked if you want to scan another page, press the arrow buttons to scroll to No, and then press to start printing. Making a duplex copy manually 1 Load paper. 2 Load an original document faceup into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the printer control panel, press . Copying 48
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    4 Press the left or right arrow button to select the number of copies, and then press the Color/Black button to set a color or black-and-white copy. When you select color or black-only printing, the light near your choice comes on. 5 Press . 6 Load the next page of the document. • If you are copying
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    clippings). Tips for scanning • When using the ADF, adjust the ADF paper guide to the width of the original document. • When using the scanner glass, see the Help for the printer software associated with your operating system. 5 Wait until the printer has finished downloading a list of the scan
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    step 6 opens on the destination computer, and the scan appears within the application as a new file. Scanning to a flash drive or memory card Before you begin, make sure your flash drive or memory card is not write protected. 1 Load an original document faceup into the ADF or facedown on the scanner
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    11 Repeat steps 9 and 10 until all the photos that you want to scan are saved to the printer memory. 12 When asked if you want to scan another page, press the arrow buttons to scroll to No, and then press . The scan is complete when the photo editing application you selected in step 6 opens on the
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    Scanning directly to e-mail 1 Load an original document faceup into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass. 2 Click or Start. 3 Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. 4 Select Printer Home. 5 Choose your printer from the printer drop-down list. 6
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    are scanning to requires one. To learn how PINs get assigned to network computers, see the Help for the printer software associated with your operating system. What is an application list, and how do I update it? When you scan a file, you can choose which application to use to open it on
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    manufacturer that the current mode setting is compatible with g devices, as this setting varies depending on the router brand/model. Supported network security options The printer supports three wireless security options: no security, WEP, and WPA/WPA2. No Security It is not recommended to use no
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    wireless printing, you need to know: • The name of your wireless network. This is also known as the Service Set Identifier (SSID). • If encryption was used to secure your network. • The security key (either a came with the wireless access point, or contact your system support person. Networking 56
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    screen does not appear after a minute, then launch the CD manually: a Click , or click Start and then click Run. b In the Start Search or Run box, type D:\setup.exe, where D is the letter of your CD or DVD drive. 3 Follow the instructions on the Welcome screen to set up the printer. Installing the
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    or WPA2 key may be obtained from the bottom of the box, the user's guide that came with the box, or from the box Web page. If you have key for your wireless network, use the key you created. 4 Follow the instructions on your screen to complete installation. Assigning a static IP address The printer
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    was successfully assigned. For more information, contact your system support person. Changing wireless settings after installation To change wireless tab. 5 Click the Wireless setup utility link. 6 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to configure the printer for wireless access with
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    8 Insert the installation software CD, and follow the directions for wireless installation. Note: Do not connect the installation or network cables until instructed to do so by the setup software. 9 When the available networks are displayed, provide the network name and the security information you
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    Insert the installation software CD, and follow the directions for wireless installation. Note: Do not connect the installation or network cables until instructed to do so by the setup software. 25 When the available networks are displayed, provide the network name and the security information you
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    router must also support WPS. If you want to use WPS to set up your printer, then insert the CD and follow the instructions on the computer screen are installed on the computer. See related topics on troubleshooting specific connection types if you encounter difficulties during configuration.
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    SSID) and WPA passphrase for network devices. WPS only supports networks that communicate through access points or routers and is not applicable in ad hoc networks. We support the following methods in adding new wireless network devices: • Personal Identification
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    administrator access to the wireless access point on your network, and are unable to locate the information in the manual, contact your system support person. What is an SSID? A Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name that identifies a wireless network. All devices on the network must know the
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    the documentation that came with your wireless access point (wireless router), see the Web page associated with the wireless access point, or consult your system support person. Note: The WEP key or WPA passphrase is not the same as the password for the wireless access point. The password allows you
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    Scenario 2: Wireless network with Internet access • All computers and printers connect to the network using a wireless access point or wireless router. • The wireless access point connects the network to the Internet through a DSL or cable modem. Internet Scenario 3: Wireless network with no
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    or the back of the computer, and may be horizontal or vertical. 2 Attach the small, square connector to the printer. 3 Continue following the on-screen instructions. How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different? Wireless networks can operate in one of two modes: infrastructure or ad hoc. In
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    printer with the network during configuration. When you installed the wireless adapter in your computer, the adapter software probably placed an icon in your system tray. Try double-clicking this icon, and it will tell you how strongly the computer is receiving the wireless signal from the network
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    moving the printer closer to the computer if they seem to have trouble communicating. MOVE THE PRINTER CLOSER TO THE WIRELESS ACCESS POINT/WIRELESS ROUTER REMOVE SOURCES OF INTERFERENCE Other types of radio frequencies can cause problems with the wireless signal on your network. These sources of
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    the wireless network used by the computer. Can I use my printer on a USB and a network connection at the same time? Yes, the printer supports a simultaneous USB and network connection. The printer can be configured in the following ways: • Locally attached (connected to a computer using a USB cable
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    While it is possible to change the MAC address of a network device, it is not common practice to do so. For this reason, MAC addresses are considered permanent. IP addresses are easily changed, so MAC addresses are a more reliable method of identifying a specific device on a network. Routers with
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    network to the printer using this address. If the IP address is not automatically assigned, you will be asked during wireless setup to manually enter an address and other network information after selecting your printer from the available list. What is a key index? A wireless access point (wireless
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    Maintaining the printer Maintaining ink cartridges Checking ink levels Using the printer control panel 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Maintenance, and then press . 3 Press again to select Ink Levels. 4 Press the arrow buttons to check the ink level
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    . 6 From the Maintenance tab, click Align cartridges. 7 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. If you aligned the cartridges to improve print all cables to the printer before proceeding. 2 Remove paper from the paper support and paper exit tray. 3 Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water
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    the paper exit tray. Warning-Potential Damage: Using a damp cloth to clean the interior may cause damage to your printer. 5 Make sure the paper support and paper exit tray are dry before beginning a new print job. Cleaning the scanner glass 1 Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water. 2 Gently wipe
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    Home. 4 From the Support tab, select Service Center. If Troubleshooting does not solve your problem Visit our Web site at support.dell.com to find the following: • Live online technical support • Contact numbers for telephone technical support Setup troubleshooting • "Incorrect language appears
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    print queue" on page 81 • "Cannot print through USB" on page 81 Incorrect language appears on the display If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: CHANGE THE LANGUAGE USING THE PRINTER MENUS 1 From the printer control panel, press
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    not resolve the error, then contact technical support. Software did not install If you encountered problems while installing, or if your printer does not SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS LISTED ON THE PRINTER BOX TEMPORARILY DISABLE SECURITY PROGRAMS IN WINDOWS BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Troubleshooting
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    into the wall outlet, and then turn on the printer. Print job does not print or is missing pages If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE THE INK CARTRIDGES ARE INSERTED CORRECTLY 1 Turn the printer on, and then
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    is busy or does not respond If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE cord into the wall outlet, and then turn on the printer. If this problem persists, then check our Web site for updates for your printer software or firmware
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    TRY AGAIN Cannot print through USB If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: CHECK THE PRINTER SOFTWARE Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting • "Paper jam in the printer" on page 81 • "Paper jam in the paper support" on page 82 • "
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    printer back on. Paper jam in the paper support Note: The parts inside the printer are instructions that came with the paper.) • Check the loading instructions for your paper or specialty media. REMOVE EACH PAGE AS IT IS PRINTED ADJUST THE PAPER GUIDES TO FIT THE LOADED PAPER Troubleshooting
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    printing" on page 84 Poor quality at the edges of the page If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: CHECK MINIMUM PRINT SETTINGS Unless you are or lines on the printed image, then contact technical support. Troubleshooting 83
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    you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAXIMIZE COMPUTER PROCESSING SPEED • Close all applications not in use. • Minimize the number and size of graphics and images in the document. • Remove as many unused fonts as possible from your system
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    LOADED FACEDOWN ON THE SCANNER GLASS AND IN THE CORRECT CORNER Partial copies or scans of documents or photos If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE THE DOCUMENT OR PHOTO IS LOADED FACEDOWN ON THE SCANNER GLASS AND
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    documents from a memory card or flash drive" on page 87 • "Photos do not transfer from a memory card across a wireless network" on page 87 Memory card troubleshooting checklist Before you troubleshoot, use the following checklist to solve most memory card problems: • Make sure that the memory card
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    the printer from the computer or the computer from the printer. Cannot print documents from a memory card or flash drive If the "Memory card troubleshooting checklist" does not solve the problem, then try the following: CHECK THE USB CONNECTION 1 Check the USB cable for any obvious damage. If the
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    AND ACTIVE If your wireless connection is down, then use a USB cable to connect your printer to your computer. Wireless troubleshooting • "Wireless troubleshooting checklist" on page 88 • "Resetting the wireless settings to factory defaults" on page 89 • "Cannot print over wireless network" on
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    by poles, walls, or support columns containing metal or print over wireless network If you encountered problems while installing, or if your printer you reinstall the software, check the troubleshooting checklist, and then do the following baby monitors, and security system cameras. Make sure your
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    network through a VPN connection, you will not be able to access the printer over your wireless network. End your VPN session and try printing again. Troubleshooting 90
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    an updated version of the printer software on our Web site. For more information, see "Installing the printer software" in the User's Guide. You can access the User's Guide from the link at the bottom of the installation screen. RECONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY 1 Turn off the printer. 2 Unplug the power
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    call Customer Support. • If there is no activity on Device Manager, there may be a problem with your computer and its USB support. The manufacturer. Refer to the documentation that came with your firewall for instructions on how to do this. • If programs request firewall access Troubleshooting 92
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    and model number followed by "(Network)." 5 Select Use Printer Online from the menu. 6 Close the Printers or Printers and Faxes window and try printing again. Troubleshooting 93
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    10 or 26 hexadecimal characters. Hexadecimal characters are A-F, a-f, and 0-9. or • Exactly 5 or 13 ASCII characters. ASCII characters are letters, numbers, and symbols found on a keyboard. Troubleshooting 94
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    from other devices such as microwave ovens or other appliances, cordless phones, baby monitors, and security system cameras. Make sure your access point is not positioned too closely to these devices. MOVE THE can find the signal strength of the network on the network setup page. Troubleshooting 95
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    click Start and then click Run. b In the Start Search or Run box, type cmd. c Press Enter, or click OK. The Command Prompt window opens. Troubleshooting 96
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    If your wireless settings have changed, you must run the printer wireless setup again. Some reasons your settings may have changed include your having manually changed your WEP or WPA keys, channel, or other network settings; or the access point having been reset to factory defaults. Running the
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    the setup process. 6 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. Wireless print to print wirelessly. This can occur if the laptop hard drive has powered down. If you see this message, laptop to attach to the network, there may be a problem with your wireless network. Make sure that the laptop
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    does not receive a valid IP address, there is a problem with your wireless network. Try the following: • Make sure manual that came with your wireless router for more information. If the printer and computer have valid IP addresses and the network is operation correctly, continue troubleshooting
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    issues can interrupt network communications, and sometimes more than one problem exists at the same time. These are possible solutions. Try manually using the Windows VPN Client. If you would like to have the ability to connect to your local network and to a VPN at the same time, the system support
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    configured by the manufacturer to use. Using the default SSID can cause problems when more than one network is operating in the same area with the manual that came with your router and your operating system documentation if you are not sure how to assign static IP addresses. Troubleshooting 101
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    advice from the manufacturer. Check the manual that came with your wireless router WIRELESS ADAPTER UPDATES If you are having trouble printing from one particular computer, check network communications improve. If this solves the problem, you may want to upgrade your older devices Troubleshooting 102
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    delete documents from print queue 81 cannot print from a flash drive 87 cannot print over wireless network 89 cannot print through copy job canceling 49 copy quality, adjusting 46 copy troubleshooting scanner unit does not close 85 copying 45 adjusting quality manual 48 printing, manual 33 Index 103
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    51 supported types 36 memory card cannot be inserted 86 memory card slots 11 memory card troubleshooting cannot print from a flash drive 87 checklist 86 nothing happens when memory card is inserted 87 menus diagram of 18 menus list 18 minimum system
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    feed guard 11 paper guides 11 paper support 11 PictBridge port 11 print speed is slow 84 print troubleshooting cannot delete documents from print queue blank pages 80 printer problems, basic solutions 76 printer documents from memory card or flash drive 31 envelopes 32 from a Bluetooth Dell products 15
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    50 to a computer 50 to a flash drive 51 to a memory card 51 to a network troubleshooting checking an unresponsive printer 76 contacting technical support 76 Service Center 76 solving basic printer problems 76 wireless network 88 troubleshooting, copy scanner unit does not close 85 troubleshooting
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    94 U UK special wireless setup instructions 58 uninstalling printer software 25 updating Service Center 23 Toolbar 23 Wireless Setup Utility 23 wireless 62, 70 printer does not print 92 troubleshooting problems 100 security 55 security information 65 signal strength 68 SSID 64 troubleshooting
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Dell V310 Series User's Guide
April 2009
www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Machine type(s):
4443
Model(s):
1d1, 1dw, 5dw