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    Pro900 Series User's Guide November 2009 Machine type(s): 4444 Model(s): 301, 30E www.lexmark.com
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    ...18 Changing the Power Saver timeout...19 Saving paper and energy with Eco-Mode...20 Resetting to factory settings...20 Using the printer software 21 Minimum system requirements...21 Using the Windows printer software...21 Using the Macintosh printer software...23 Finding and installing optional
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    Scanning to a local or network computer...64 Scanning to a flash drive or memory card...65 Scanning photos into an editing application...65 Scanning documents into an editing application 67 Scanning directly to e-mail using the printer software 68 Scanning to a PDF...68 Scanning FAQ...69 Contents
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    Maintaining the printer 132 Maintaining ink cartridges...132 Cleaning the exterior of the printer...134 Cleaning the scanner glass...134 Cleaning the touch screen...135 Troubleshooting 136 Before you troubleshoot...136 Using the Service Center to solve printer problems 136 If Troubleshooting does
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    Print troubleshooting...145 Copy and scan troubleshooting...146 E-mail troubleshooting...148 Fax troubleshooting...149 Memory card troubleshooting...155 Network troubleshooting...157 Notices 176 Product information...176 Edition notice...176 Power consumption...179 Index 192 Contents 5
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    parts. Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the user documentation, to a professional service cleaning the exterior of the printer, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables from the printer before proceeding. CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Do not use the fax
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    paper • Activate Eco-Mode. On selected printer models, this feature sets the printer to automatically print on both sides of the paper (duplex) for copy and fax jobs, and for printing in Windows and Mac OS X 10.6 or later. • Print more than one page image on one side of the paper. The "Pages per
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    about the printer Publications What are you looking for? Initial setup instructions: • Connecting the printer • Installing the printer software Find it here Setup documentation The setup documentation came with the printer and is also available on the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark.com
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    • Caring for and maintaining the printer • 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 http://support.lexmark.com. Creating and customizing printer solutions, depending on your SmartSolutions
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    of Limited Warranty included with this printer, or at http://support.lexmark.com. • Rest of the world-See the printed warranty that came with your printer. Understanding the parts of the printer 10 9 1 2 3 8 7 6 4 5 Use the 1 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) tray 2 ADF output tray 3 Wi
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    the printer. 10 ADF Scan, copy, or fax multiple-page letter-, legal-, and A4-size documents. 4 1 2 3 < < LINE EXT 5 6 7 9 8 Use the 1 Scanner unit 2 Ink cartridge access 3 Ethernet port 4 USB port 5 LINE Port To • Access the ink cartridges and printhead. • Remove paper jams. Install
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    Use the 8 Duplex unit 9 Printhead access To • Print on both sides of a sheet of paper. • Remove paper jams. Install the printhead. Note: The carrier moves to the printhead access area when no printhead is installed in the printer. About your printer 12
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    for a single use only. After use, return this cartridge to Lexmark for remanufacturing, refilling, or recycling. 2 Available only on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Using genuine Lexmark ink cartridges Lexmark printers, ink cartridges, and photo paper are designed to perform together for
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    your printer. 2 Open the printer. Note: The printhead moves to the cartridge installation position. 3 Press the release tab, and then remove the used ink cartridge or cartridges. 1 2 4 Install each ink cartridge. Use two hands to install the black cartridge. Note: Install the new ink cartridges
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    information, go to www.lexmark.com. Part Number 1021294 Paper Paper size Lexmark Photo Paper • Letter • A4 • 4 x 6 in. •L Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper • Letter • A4 • 4 x 6 in. •L Notes: • Availability may vary by country or region. • For best results when printing photos or other high
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    . 2 Back • Return to the previous screen. • Exit from one menu level to a higher one. 3 Touch screen display • Navigate the printer menus. Note: The display is turned off in Power Saver mode. • Change settings. • View printer messages and animation. 4 Start Start a job, depending on which
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    scan documents. 3 Fax Access the fax menu and send faxes. 4 Memory Device View, select, print, or attach photos and documents to e-mail. Note: This icon appears only when you return to the home screen while a memory card, flash drive, or PictBridge-enabled camera is connected to the printer. or
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    5 SmartSolutions Open the SmartSolutions menu. 6 Ink levels icon • Display the current ink levels of the installed cartridges. • Access cartridge maintenance and information functions. 7 Setup icon Access the setup menu and change printer settings. 8 2-Sided icon Print on both sides of a sheet
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    example, to navigate to Paper Type and change the paper type setting: 1 Touch . Note: All the instructions in this guide start from the home screen. 2 Touch by reducing the printer power consumption (as much as 28 percent on some printer models) compared to the default printer settings. To save
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    • Power Saver after 10 Minutes • Screen Dim • 2-Sided Printing Note: If you select 2-Sided Printing, then the printer prints on both sides of the paper (duplex) for copy and fax jobs, and for printing in Windows. Resetting to factory settings Resetting to factory default settings will delete all the
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    only)1 1 The printer driver for this operating system is available only at http://support.lexmark.com. Using the Windows printer software Software installed during printer installation When you set up the printer using the installation software CD, all the necessary software was installed. You may
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    ) Lexmark Service Center (referred to as Service Center) To • Launch applications or programs. • Access the Fax Solutions software. • Scan or e-mail a photo or document. • Edit scanned documents. • Scan documents to PDF. • Adjust settings for the printer. • Order supplies. • Maintain ink cartridges
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    and schedule print jobs. Printer Services dialog (not available in Mac OS X v10.5 or later) • Access the printer utility. • Troubleshoot. • Order ink or supplies. • Contact Lexmark. • Check the printer software version installed on thecomputer. Printer software Applications are installed along
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    Transfer photos and PDF documents from a memory device to the computer over a network. Lexmark Printer Utility (referred to as Printer Utility) • Get help with cartridge installation. • Print a test page. • Print an alignment page. • Clean the printhead nozzles. • Order ink or supplies. • Register
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    the necessary software was installed. If you encountered problems while installing, or if your printer does not appear in the Printers folder or as a printer option when you send a print job, then try removing and reinstalling the printer. Uninstalling the printer software For Windows users 1 Click
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    the instructions on the installation dialog. Using the World Wide Web 1 Go to the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. 2 From the Drivers & Downloads menu, click Driver Finder. 3 Select your printer, and then select your operating system. 4 Download the driver and install the printer software. Using
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    documents Loading the paper tray Make sure: • You use paper designed for inkjet printers. • The paper is not used or damaged. • If you are using specialty paper, you follow the instructions that came with it. Note: To avoid jams, make sure the paper does not buckle when you adjust the paper guides
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    out, the first stop accommodates A4-size paper. When the extension is fully out, it accommodates legal-size paper. 4 Load the paper. 5 Adjust the paper guides to rest gently against the left, right, and bottom edges of the paper. 1 2 3 Loading paper and original
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    the tray. Note: If you extended the tray to accommodate A4- or legal-size paper, then the tray sticks out from the front of the printer when inserted. 7 Flip up the paper stop to catch the paper as it exits. Note: If you loaded A4- or legal-size paper, then extend
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    Loading envelopes or photo paper 1 Pull tray completely out of the printer. 2 Move the paper guides to the sides of tray. 3 1 2 3 Use the envelope icon and the photo paper outline on the the tray. You can load either envelopes or photo paper, but not both. Loading paper and original documents 30
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    with the printable side facedown. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, then see the instructions that came with the envelopes or photo paper.) 5 Adjust the paper guides to rest gently against the left, right, and bottom edges of the envelopes or photo paper. 1 1 6 Insert the tray
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    paper is designed for use with inkjet printers. • The paper guides rest against the left, right, and bottom edges of the paper. • The glossy or printable side of the paper faces down. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, then see the instructions that came with the paper.) • The
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    for use with inkjet printers. • The print side of the missing labels) may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a paper jam. • You load letter- or A4-size label sheets. • The print side of the labels faces down. • The top of the labels feeds into the printer first. • The paper guides
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    sure 10 iron-on transfers • You follow the loading instructions that came with the iron-on transfers. • The print side of the transfers faces down. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the transfers. Note: For best results, load transfers one at a time. 25 index cards, photo papers, or
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    Load up to 20 sheets of banner paper Make sure • The print side of the banner faces down. • The leading edge of the banner paper feeds into the printer first. • If your printer has more than one paper tray, then load banner paper in Tray 1. To load banner paper: 1 Pull the tray completely out of
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    load up to 50 sheets of an original document into the ADF for scanning, copying, and faxing. You can load A4-, letter-, or legal-size paper into the ADF. 1 Adjust the paper guide on the ADF tray to the width of the original document. 2 Load the original document faceup and top edge first into the
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    in the ink cartridges. • Remove each sheet as it is printed when printing photos or when working with specialty media. • Select the borderless setting when printing photos. Printing basic documents Printing a document 1 Load the paper in the printer. 2 Send the print job: For Windows users a With
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    : • The collate option is available only when you are printing multiple copies. • To prevent smudging when printing photos, remove each photo as it exits the printer, and then let it dry before stacking. For Windows users 1 With a document open, click File  Print. 2 Click Properties, Preferences
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    is enabled, then you cannot print the last page first. To change the print order, you must first disable two-sided printing. 4 Click OK to close any printer software dialogs. 5 Click OK or Print. For Macintosh users 1 With a document open, choose File > Print. 2 From the Printer pop-up menu, choose
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    8 Click Print. Printing documents from a memory card or flash drive (Windows only) To enable the File Print function: • The printer must be document that you want to print. b Press , and then wait for the printer to connect to the network computer or to finish searching the network for available
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    use landscape orientation. • Make sure the same orientation is also selected in the software application. Printing labels 1 Load the label sheets in the printer. 2 Send the print job: For Windows users a With a document open, click File  Print. b Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup
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    with areas exposed by missing labels) may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a paper jam. Printing on custom-size paper Before beginning these instructions, load the custom-size paper in the printer. For Windows users 1 With a document open, click File  Print. 2 Click Properties
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    document open, choose File > Print. 2 From the printer pop-up menu, choose the printer. 3 If necessary, click the disclosure triangle. 4 From the print card inserted is supported by the printer. For more information, see "Supported memory cards and file types" on page 44. • The flash drive uses the
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    adapter) • .wpd (WordPerfect) • Memory Stick PRO Duo (with adapter) Images: • xD-Picture Card • JPEG • xD-Picture Card (Type H) • TIFF • xD-Picture Card (Type M) Printing photos using the printer control panel 1 Load photo paper. 2 Insert a memory card, flash drive, or digital camera set to
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    touch Change Settings. If necessary, touch Accept each time you make a selection. 7 Press . Note: For best results, allow the prints to dry at least 24 hours before stacking, displaying, or storing. Editing photos using the printer control panel 1 Load photo paper. 2 Insert a memory card or flash
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    memory device using the printer software 1 Load photo paper. 2 Insert a memory card or flash drive. 3 Transfer or print the photos: If the printer is using a USB connection • For Windows users Fast Pics launches automatically when you insert the memory device. Follow the instructions on the computer
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    technology available in most digital cameras that lets you print directly from your digital camera without using a computer. 1 Insert one end flash drive, or an error message is displayed on the printer control panel. For more information, see the camera documentation. • The printer reads only one
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    printer will use the default print settings unless you change the print settings from the camera. 5 See the documentation for your camera to begin printing. Note: If you insert the camera while the printer sheet prints. 5 Follow the instructions on the proof sheet to select which photos to print, the
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    if: • You reset the printer to its factory default settings. • You change the Bluetooth security level or the Bluetooth pass key. • 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
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    the printer. For more information, see the documentation for your Bluetooth device. Note: If the Bluetooth Security Level on the printer is digit numeric pass key on the Bluetooth device before connecting and sending print jobs to the printer. 4 The Bluetooth Pass Key menu opens on the display if
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    enabled device Note: The printer does not support printing files from your computer print to the printer. For more information, see the documentation for your Bluetooth device. 4 See the documentation for your Bluetooth device to begin printing. Note: If the Bluetooth Security Level on the printer
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    unit, available only on selected printer models, supports letter- and A4-size paper. If you purchased a model without automatic duplex, or if you need to print duplex using other paper sizes, then see the instructions for printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) manually. For Windows users
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    Windows users 1 With a document open, click File  Print. 2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. 3 Click the Advanced tab. 4 From the 2-Sided Printing section, select Manual. Note: The Print Instruction Page to Assist in Reloading item is selected automatically. 5 Click OK. The printer
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    8 Click Print. Managing print jobs Setting 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: For Windows users
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    for each print job. Changing the printing mode for a single print job For Windows users 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 or Quick Print mode uses less ink and is
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    menu, choose Automatic, Quick Print, Normal, or Best. Note: Printing using Quick Print uses less ink and is ideal for printing text documents. Pausing print jobs For Windows users 1 Click , or click Start and then click Run. 2 In the Start Search or Run box, type control printers. 3 Press Enter, or
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    . 2 Click Print & Fax. 3 From the Printers list or pop-up menu, choose the printer. 4 Click Open Print Queue or Set Up Printers, depending on your operating system. The print queue dialog appears. 5 Resume the print job: • If you want to resume a particular print job, then choose the document name
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    can press to print one copy of the original document using the default settings. 3 From the home screen, navigate to Number of Copies: Copy > Number of Copies 4 Enter the number of copies you want to print, and then touch Accept. 5 Touch Color or Black/White to set a color or black-and-white copy
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    Select the photo print size, and then touch Accept. 6 Touch Continue to start printing. Note: For best results, allow the prints to dry at scanner glass. 7 Touch Continue to start printing. Copying a two-sided document 1 Load paper. 2 Load an original document faceup into the ADF or facedown on the
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    the printer will reduce or enlarge the document or photo as necessary to print a borderless copy on the paper size that you selected. For best results /Darker: Copy > More Options > Lighter/Darker 4 Use the slider to change the darkness level, and then touch Accept. Dragging the slider to the left
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    Collating copies using the printer control panel If you print multiple copies of a document, then you can choose to print each copy as a set (collated) or to print the copies as groups of pages (not collated). Collated Not collated 1 Load paper. 2 Load an original document faceup into the ADF or
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    the first page of the document to the printer memory. 6 Follow the instructions on the display. 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 home screen, touch Copy. 4 Press to print on one side of the paper
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    6 Remove the paper from the paper exit tray, and then reload the paper to print the other side of the document. 1 2 3 7 Press . Canceling copy jobs To cancel a copy job, press . Scanning stops and the printer returns to the previous menu. Copying 63
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    documents. Note: The ADF is available only on selected models. If you purchased a printer without an ADF, then load original documents adjust the ADF paper guide to the width of the original document. • When using as one file. Scanning to a local or network computer 1 Load an original document faceup
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    is not write protected. 1 Load an original document faceup into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass. 2 From the home screen, navigate to Scan to Memory Device: Scan > Scan to Memory Device 3 Insert the flash drive or memory card. Notes: • The printer reads only one memory device at a time. • If
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    has finished downloading the list of scan applications available on the selected computer. Notes: • You may be prompted to enter a PIN if the computer requires it. Enter the PIN using the keypad. • To assign a computer name and a PIN to the computer, see the Help for the printer software associated
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    the OCR is installed. • Select to scan to the highest resolution. For Windows users 1 Load an original document faceup into the ADF printer program folder. 3 Double-click the printer Center to open the All-In-One Center. 4 From the "What is being scanned?" menu on the main screen, select a document
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    the printer software For Windows users 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
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    printer program folder. 3 Double-click the printer Center to open the All-In-One Center. 4 From the "What is being scanned?" menu on the main screen, choose a document one. To learn how PINs get assigned to network computers, see the Help for the printer software associated with your operating
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    which application to use to open it on your computer. The printer downloads this application list from your computer when scanning for the first time. If you do not see the application you want on the list, or if you install new applications on your computer, then update the application list in
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    printer to send e-mail to one or more recipients without using a computer. To do this, you can either scan a document or photo and then send it as an e-mail, or you can attach a saved document Changing the e-mail settings after setup If you want to change or your system support person. Note:
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    support person. 3 To check if the SMTP server settings are correct, touch Test SMTP Settings. If you want to change Creating an e-mail contact list using the printer control panel 1 From the home screen then select whether you want to add a contact manually or import a contact: - Address Book-Import
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    contact list using the printer software For Windows users 1 Click or Start. 2 Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. 3 Click Printer Home. 4 Click the Fax tab, and then click Edit contact list. The Contacts tab of the Printer Setup Utility opens
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    • 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 printer to communicate with the SMTP server. If the printer cannot connect to the Internet, then contact your system support person. The printer supports only one
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    mail address manually. • Address change the default e-mail message: a Touch Message. b Enter your message, and then touch OK. 9 Press . Attaching a document or photo to e-mail 1 Insert the flash drive or memory card. The Memory Device screen appears on the display. Notes: • The printer reads only one
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    the photo you want to attach. c Touch Continue. 6 Touch an option to enter or select the recipients: • Enter E-mail Address-Enter the e-mail address manually. • Address Book-Touch Sort by Name or Sort by Group, and then select the contact. • History-Select the name or e-mail address from the history
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    from the wall jack to the port of the printer. Tips for this setup: • You can set the printer to receive faxes automatically (Auto Answer On) or manually (Auto Answer Off). • If you want to receive faxes automatically (Auto Answer On), then set the printer to pick up on any number of rings that
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    the same telephone wall jack EXT LINE PHONE LINE To connect: 1 Connect the cable from the wall jack to the port of the printer. 2 Remove the protective plug from the port of the printer, and then connect the answering machine to the port. Connected to different wall jacks EXT LINE PHONE LINE
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    machine picks up calls first and your voice calls are received. If the call is a fax, then the printer detects the fax signal on the line and takes over the call. • If you subscribe to a distinctive ring service provided by your telephone company, then make sure that you set the correct ring pattern
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    telephone and you hear fax tones, press *9* or the manual answer code on the telephone to receive the fax. • You can also set the printer to receive faxes automatically (Auto Answer On), but you need to turn off the voice mail service when you are expecting a fax. This setting works best if you are
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    to the port. Scenario 3: VoIP telephone service To connect: 1 Connect one end of a telephone cable to the port of the printer. 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the port labeled Phone Line 1 or Phone Port on the VoIP adapter. The port labeled Phone Line 2 or Fax Port is not always active. You
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    telephone to a cable modem. To connect: 1 Connect one end of a telephone cable to the port of the printer. 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the port labeled Phone Line 1 or Phone Port on the cable modem. The port labeled Phone Line 2 or Fax Port is not always active. You may need
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    Setup 2: Printer is connected to a wall jack; cable modem is installed elsewhere in the house Follow this setup if your cable provider activated the wall jacks in your house so that you do not have to plug your devices into the cable modem. Your cable telephone service comes from the wall jacks. To
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    non-RJ-11 wall jack EXT LINE To connect: 1 Connect one end of a telephone cable to the port of the printer. 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the RJ- Do not remove the wrap plug from the port of the printer. • The printer may not come with an RJ-11 adapter in your country or region. Faxing 84
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    and connect the device to the port of the printer. EXT LINE Connecting the printer in countries that use serial connection In some answering machine into the port of the printer. This is called serial connection. Austria from the the printer. It is necessary for the proper functioning of the
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    EXT LINE To connect: Connect the cable from the wall jack to the port of the printer. Connecting the printer to a wall jack in Germany The German wall jack has two kinds of ports. The N ports are for fax machines, modems, and answering machines. The F port is for telephones. NFN Faxing 86
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    Connect one end of a telephone cable to the port of the printer. 2 printer. Setting the fax header 1 From the home screen, navigate to Your Fax Name: > Fax Setup > Dialing and Sending > Your Fax Name 2 Enter your name or your company name, and then touch OK. 3 Touch Your Fax Number. 4 Enter your fax
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    Printing > Fax Footer 2 Touch ON, and then touch Accept. Configuring the fax settings You can configure the fax settings through the printer control panel or the fax software. If you configure the fax settings in the printer control panel, then the fax software imports those settings. The changes
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    answer code. This is the code you press to receive faxes manually. Set the printer to print incoming faxes to fit a page, print the fax footer, or print on both sides of the paper (duplexing). • Set your fax name and fax number. • Adjust the dialing volume. • Set the dial method, redial time, number
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    click Add to or change list to import the contact. Note: To add contacts, you need to import contacts from the phone books on your computer that are supported by the fax software. In addition to the software Address Book, you may also have phone books of the mail clients installed on your computer
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    every time you import a contact or add a contact. Sending faxes ADF Scanner glass Use the ADF for multiple-page documents. Note: The ADF is available only on selected models. If you purchased a printer without an ADF, load original documents or photos on the scanner glass. Use the scanner glass
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    to set a color or black-and-white fax, adjust the quality of the fax, set the size of the document, add a cover page, schedule the fax, or view pending faxes. Sending faxes using the computer For Windows users 1 With a document open, click File  Print. 2 From the Printer Name menu, select the
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    For Macintosh users 1 With a document open, choose File > Print. 2 From the Printer pop-up menu, select the fax version of your printer. Note: In order to see the fax options on the Print dialog, you must use the fax driver for your printer. If the fax version of the printer is not on the list,
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    the fax software that was installed with the printer software. To set up the fax: 1 Connect the printer to the telephone line. For more information, see "Setting up the printer to fax" on page 77. 2 Configure the fax settings using the fax software. To access the fax software: For Windows users
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    ) service offered by telephone companies, then your fax number is the number that you assigned to the printer. Make sure that you enter the correct distinctive ring pattern for that number in the fax software or in the Fax Setup menu of the printer control panel. If you have more than one telephone
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    telephone into the port of the printer. 2 Listen for a dial tone. If you hear a dial tone, then the telephone line is working and properly connected to the printer. If you do not hear a dial tone through both the wall jack and the printer, then see the "Fax troubleshooting checklist" on page 150
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    service, then set the printer to receive faxes manually (Auto Answer Off). This setting lets you receive both voice calls and fax calls, but works best if you use voice mail more often. You need to turn off voice mail whenever you are expecting a fax. How do I change the resolution of the documents
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    best suits the capacity of the receiving fax machine and the quality of the original document. Standard Fine Quality Black resolution 200 x 100 200 x 200 Superfine 300 x 300 Ultrafine 300 x 300 (half-toned) To set the quality of the fax: 1 From the home screen, navigate to fax Quality: Fax
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    on ink and print a report only when a fax job is unsuccessful, then touch On Error. 3 Touch Accept. How do I view the fax history of the printer? You can view the fax history of the printer on the touch screen. You can also print reports of sent and/or received faxes. To print fax history reports
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    faxes? The printer saves an incoming fax to the printer memory before it prints the fax. If the printer runs out of ink or runs out of paper, then you can print the fax later after resolving the error. The printer prompts you if there are faxes to be printed. If an incoming fax or an outgoing fax
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    Networking Installing the printer on a wireless network Wireless network compatibility Your printer contains an IEEE 802.11n wireless print server. Your printer is compatible with IEEE 802.11 b/g/n routers that are Wi-Fi certified. Supported network security options The printer supports three
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    up the printer for 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 WEP key or WPA passphrase) that allows other devices to communicate on
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    will access it. You do not need to configure the printer again, although you will need to run the setup software on each computer to install the driver. For Windows users 1 Close all open software programs. 2 Insert the installation software CD. If the Welcome screen does not appear after a minute
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    Click Continue, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen for installing a configured printer on a new computer. Interpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light The colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light show the network status of the printer. • Off means one of the following: - The
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    network. For Windows users Click Unlisted guide that came with the box, or from the box Web page. If you have already changed the 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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    after installation To change wireless settings on the printer, such as the configured network, the security key, or other settings, do the following: For Windows users 1 Click or Start. 2 Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. 3 Select Printer Home
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    Control Panel and any remaining windows. 9 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. 10 When the available networks are displayed, provide the
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    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 created beginning in step 13. The installer will configure the printer for use with your computer
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    ad hoc wireless network Note: The printer can communicate on only one wireless network at a time. Configuring the printer for an ad hoc wireless network will remove it from any other wireless network, either ad hoc or infrastructure, for which it is configured. For Windows users 1 Click or Start
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    (Windows only) You can change the way you access your printer, depending on your needs. The following procedures assume that you have configured your printer for one type of connection and that the printer drivers are installed on the computer. See related topics on troubleshooting specific
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    while it is connected to an Ethernet network. If the printer is currently set up locally (using USB connection) 1 Plug an Ethernet cable into the printer and into an available port on a switch or wall jack. 2 Insert the software and installation CD into the computer you want to use to configure the
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    Faxes window. Switching between USB, Ethernet, and wireless connections (Macintosh only) You can change the way you access your printer depending on your needs. The following procedures below assume that you have configured your printer for one type of connection and that the drivers are installed
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    software CD. If the installation dialog does not appear after a minute, then click the CD icon on the desktop. 5 Double-click the Lexmark Extras folder. 6 Double-click Lexmark Setup Assistant. 7 Follow the instructions on the computer screen for configuring the printer wirelessly. 8 A second print
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    by enabling File and Print Sharing. See the Windows documentation for instructions on enabling File and Print Sharing. b Install the printer software on all computers that will print to the printer. 2 Identify the printer: a On the computer that is attached to the printer, do one of the following
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    , double-click Sharing your printers with Windows users. 5 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. Note: Windows users should see the Windows documentation for information on adding a network printer connected to a Macintosh computer. Installing the printer on an Ethernet network Information
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    to the network and an available port where the printer can physically connect to the network. Use a new network cable when possible to avoid potential problems caused by a damaged cable. Installing the printer on an Ethernet network Before you install the printer on an Ethernet network, make sure
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    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 SSID of the wireless network or they will not be able to communicate with each other. Usually
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    adapters built in or installed in them. There are many different ways a network can be set up. Five common examples appear below. Note: The printers in the following diagrams represent printers with internal print servers built in to them so that they can communicate over a network. Wired network
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    network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or cable modem. Internet 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
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    can connect to only one wireless network at a time. If you access the Internet over a wireless connection, you will lose Internet access if you are connect to an ad hoc network. Why do I need an installation cable? When setting up the printer on your wireless network, the printer will need to
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    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 infrastructure mode, all devices on a wireless network communicate with each other through
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    it is that the communication signal will be weaker. The strength of the signal received by your computer can also affect the connectivity of the printer with the network during configuration. When you installed the wireless adapter in your computer, the adapter software probably placed an icon
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    conditions. If you think signal strength is a problem between your access point and the printer, try one or more of the following: Notes: • printer closer to the computer if they seem to have trouble communicating. MOVE THE PRINTER CLOSER TO THE WIRELESS ACCESS POINT/WIRELESS ROUTER If the printer
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    print wirelessly. The SSID of the printer must match the SSID of the computer, if the computer is already connected to the wireless network. For Windows again to set up the printer on the wireless network used by the computer. For Macintosh users with an AirPort base station In Mac OS X version 10.5
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    is connected to the hardware of a device instead of its software. The MAC address is displayed as a hexadecimal number in this format: 01-23-45-67-89-AB. Every device capable of communicating on a network has a MAC address. Network printers, computers, and routers, whether Ethernet or wireless, all
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    is called the Media Access Control (MAC) address. When installing the printer on a network, make sure you select the printer with the correct MAC address. The MAC address label is located inside the printer. MAC: XX XX XX XX XX XX The MAC address of the internal print server is a series of letters
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    menu, choose About This Mac. 2 Click More Info. 3 From the Contents pane, choose Network. 4 If you are connected over a wireless network, choose AirPort from the Active Services list. How to locate a printer IP address • You can locate the printer IP address by viewing the printer network setup page
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    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 router) can be configured with as many as four WEP keys. Only one key is used on the network at
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    of solutions that you can create, customize, and download from the SmartSolutions Web site (http://smartsolutions.lexmark.com) to your printer. It lets you create one-touch custom solutions to streamline repetitive copying, scanning, and printing tasks. SmartSolutions also lets you view RSS feeds
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    Schedule. The next time you need to print a copy of the current schedule, simply select Print Schedule from the SmartSolutions menu on the printer control panel. The printer automatically finds the file and prints it. • If you frequently scan and fax a document to your lawyer using the same settings
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    3 Add your printer. 4 Use the Web site to create, customize, and download solutions to your printer. For more information, see the SmartSolutions User's Guide on the Web site. Using SmartSolutions 131
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    mode or will temporarily power on if it is turned off. Checking ink levels Using the printer control panel From the home screen, touch . The graphic of the ink levels appears on the display. Using the printer software For Windows users 1 Click or Start. 2 Click All Programs or Programs, and then
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    the ink cartridges before you can clean the printhead nozzles. Using the printer control panel From the home screen, navigate to Clean Printhead or Deep Clean Printhead: > More Options > Clean Printhead or Deep Clean Printhead A cleaning page prints. Using the printer software For Windows users
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    tab, click Clean cartridges. 6 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. For Macintosh users 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer program folder. 2 Select Printer Utility from the list. 3 From the Maintenance tab, select Clean Print Nozzles. A cleaning page prints. Cleaning the
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    , unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables from the printer before proceeding. 2 Wipe the touch screen with the cloth that came with your printer or with another clean, dry, lint-free cloth. Warning-Potential Damage: Do not use liquids, household cleaners, or detergents
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    , print server, or other network access point. • Check the printer for error messages, and resolve any errors. • Check for paper jam messages, and clear any jams. • Check the ink cartridges, and install new cartridges if necessary. • Use the Service Center to locate and solve the problem (Windows
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    140 • "Cannot delete documents from the print queue" on page 141 • "Cannot print through USB" on page 141 Incorrect language appears on the display If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try the following: CHANGE THE LANGUAGE USING THE PRINTER MENUS 1 From the
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    If removing and reinserting the printhead does not resolve the error, then contact technical support. Software did not install If you encountered problems while installing, or if your printer does not appear in the list in the Printers folder or as a printer option when sending a print job, then try
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    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 open the printer. 2 Make sure the
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    port. REMOVE AND REINSTALL THE PRINTER SOFTWARE Printer is printing blank pages Blank pages may be caused by improperly installed ink cartridges. REINSTALL THE INK CARTRIDGES AND DEEP CLEAN AND ALIGN THE PRINTHEAD 1 Reinstall the ink cartridges, see "Replacing ink cartridges" on page 14 for more
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    queue and cannot delete them to get other jobs to print, then the computer and printer may not be communicating. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND 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 USB
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    143 • "Paper or specialty media misfeeds" on page 144 Paper jam in the printer Note: The parts inside the printer are sensitive. Avoid unnecessarily touching these parts while clearing jams. 1 Press to turn off the printer. 2 Check the paper tray or lift the scanner unit to check for jammed paper
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    the duplex unit. 4 Touch DONE or press , depending on your printer model. 5 From your computer, resume the print job. Paper jam in the ADF (selected models only) Note: The parts inside the printer are sensitive. Avoid unnecessarily touching these parts while clearing jams. Troubleshooting 143
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    the print side facedown. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the 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 144
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    you are printing on a 4 x 6 photo card, then choose US 4 x 6 in (Borderless). Streaks or lines on printed image If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: CHECK THE INK LEVELS Replace low or empty ink cartridges. Troubleshooting 145
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    THE PRINTER SOFTWARE MAKE SURE THE INK CARTRIDGES ARE PROPERLY INSTALLED ALIGN THE PRINTHEAD CLEAN OR DEEP CLEAN THE PRINTHEAD NOZZLES Note: If these solutions do not remove the streaks or lines on the printed image, then contact technical support. Print speed is slow If the "Before you troubleshoot
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    "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: CLEAN THE SCANNER GLASS ADJUST THE SCAN QUALITY FROM THE PRINTER SOFTWARE REVIEW THE TIPS FOR COPYING, SCANNING, AND IMPROVING PRINT QUALITY USE A CLEARER VERSION OF THE ORIGINAL DOCUMENT OR IMAGE
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    a computer over a network If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE THE PRINTER AND THE DESTINATION COMPUTER ARE CONNECTED TO THE SAME NETWORK MAKE SURE THE PRINTER SOFTWARE IS INSTALLED ON THE DESTINATION COMPUTER E-mail
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    A SUPPORTED FILE TYPE (JPEG OR PDF) MAKE SURE THE FILE SIZE IS NOT TOO LARGE Fax troubleshooting • "Fax troubleshooting checklist" on page 150 • "Cannot send faxes" on page 150 • "Cannot receive faxes" on page 152 • "Cannot run the fax software" on page 153 • "Fax error messages on the printer
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    a phone splitter. Do not use a line splitter. Cannot send faxes If the "Fax troubleshooting checklist" does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE REGISTERED YOUR USER INFORMATION IN THE PRINTER If you did not enter your user information during initial
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    to scan before dialing so that you do not have to scan the document again if the fax fails. The scanned document is saved in the printer memory. The printer can then retrieve it and automatically redial the number. To set the printer to scan before dialing: 1 From the home screen, navigate to Scan
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    If the "Fax troubleshooting checklist" does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE CONFIGURED THE CORRECT SETTINGS FOR YOUR SETUP The fax settings depend on whether the printer is connected to its own fax line or shares the line with other devices. If
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    the fax software The printer must be connected to a telephone, DSL, VoIP, or cable service before you can configure the fax settings in the fax software. MAKE SURE THE FAX SOFTWARE IS INSTALLED The Fax Solutions Software is optional for Windows users and is installed with the printer software only
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    then wait until the other device is finished before sending the fax. • Schedule to resend the fax at a later time. • Set the printer to scan before dialing. The scanned document is saved in the printer memory. The printer can then retrieve it and automatically redial the number. Troubleshooting 154
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    Help to view the help information for the fax software. Memory card troubleshooting • "Memory card troubleshooting checklist" on page 155 • "Nothing happens when a memory card is inserted" on page 155 • "Cannot print documents from a memory card or flash drive" on page 156 • "Photos do not transfer
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    sure that the correct host and device are communicating. Select 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
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    " on page 158 • "Cannot print and there is a firewall on the computer" on page 159 • "Communication with printer lost when connected to Virtual Private Network (VPN)" on page 160 Network troubleshooting checklist Before beginning to troubleshoot the wireless printer, verify the following: General
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    most recent version and allow the printer software to communicate over the network. The Continue button 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
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    , try one or more of the following: • Update the firewall using the most recent update available from the manufacturer. Refer to the documentation that came with your firewall for instructions on how to do this. • If programs request firewall access when you install the printer or try to print, make
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    printer does not print (Windows only)" on page 164 • "Wi-Fi indicator light is still orange" on page 165 • "Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation" on page 166 • "Wireless print server not installed" on page 170 • ""Communication not available" message displays when printing
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    having trouble printing, try placing the computer and printer no more than 100 feet apart. CHECK THE WIRELESS SIGNAL QUALITY Print the network setup page and check the signal quality. If the signal quality is listed as good or excellent, then another factor is causing the problem. Troubleshooting
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    you must change this so that the printer can be added. Note: If you do not know how to make these changes, then see the documentation that came print wirelessly. The SSID of the printer must match the SSID of the computer, if the computer is already connected to the wireless network. For Windows
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    displayed in the Network Name pop-up menu. 4 Write down the SSID. In Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier 1 From the Finder desktop, choose Go > WIRELESS PRINTING THROUGH AIRPORT The printer only supports wireless printing through AirPort base stations for Mac OS X 10.5 or later. Troubleshooting 163
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    Wi-Fi indicator light is green but the printer does not print (Windows only) If you have completed the configuration for wireless printing and all of the settings appear to be correct, but the printer does not print, then try one or more of the following: ALLOW THE WIRELESS INSTALLATION TO COMPLETE
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    neighbor's network. If you are not using a unique network name, consult the documentation for your wireless access point (wireless router) to learn how to set a network name. If you set a new network name, you must reset the printer and computer SSID to the same network name. CHECK SECURITY KEYS If
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    MAC address of the printer in the MAC address filter list. This will allow the printer to operate on the network. Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation When the Wi-Fi indicator light If you are having trouble printing, try placing the computer and printer no more than 100 feet
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    MAC address of the printer in the MAC address filter list. This will allow the printer to operate on the network. For more information, see "How do I find the MAC address?" on page 126. PING THE ACCESS POINT TO MAKE SURE THE NETWORK IS WORKING For Windows Prompt window opens. Troubleshooting 167
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    printer did not connect to the wireless network. Turn off and then restart the printer OK. d Select the appropriate connection from the ones shown. e Right-click the connection, and then Mac. b Click More Info. c From the Contents pane, choose Network. d From the Active Services Troubleshooting 168
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    resolve the problem. MAKE SURE YOUR COMPUTER CAN COMMUNICATE WITH THE PRINTER For Windows users 1 Obtain the printer IP address by printing a need to change the settings of your printer. Run the Wireless Setup Utility again. For Macintosh users 1 Obtain the printer IP address by printing a network
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    . Wireless print server not installed You may see a message during installation indicating that the printer does not have a wireless print server installed. If you are sure the printer is capable of wireless printing, try the following: CHECK POWER Make sure the light is on. Troubleshooting 170
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    displays when printing wirelessly These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE YOUR COMPUTER AND PRINTER HAVE VALID IP ADDRESSES FOR THE NETWORK If you are using a laptop and have power saving settings enabled, you may see the "Communication not available" message on
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    Port in the Description column. Check the printer model in the Printer column to make sure you select the right printer port. 8 Click OK, and then try to print again. MAKE SURE BIDIRECTIONAL COMMUNICATION IS ENABLED Note: This solution applies to Windows users only 1 Click , or click Start and
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    issues You may notice that your printer works for a short time and then stops working, although apparently nothing has changed on your wireless network. Many different issues can interrupt network communications, and sometimes more than one problem exists at the same time. These are possible
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    can cause problems when more than one network is operating in the same area with the same SSID. The printer or firmware updates and other advice from the manufacturer. Check the manual that came with your wireless router if you are not sure how to reach the manufacturer Web site. Troubleshooting
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    trouble printing from one particular computer, check the Web site of the manufacturer of the network adapter card in that computer. It is possible that there is an updated driver available that could resolve the issue. CHANGE communications improve. If this solves the problem, Troubleshooting 175
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    in conjunction with other products, programs, or services, except those expressly designated by the manufacturer, are the user's responsibility. For Lexmark technical support, visit http://support.lexmark.com. For information on supplies and downloads, visit www.lexmark.com. If you don't have access
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    of Lexmark International, Inc. Mac and the Mac logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Licensing notices The following documents can be viewed from the installation software CD. Directory
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    may not apply to your product. 1-meter average sound pressure, dBA Printing 52 dBA Scanning 47 dBA Copying 52 dBA Ready inaudible Values are subject to change. See www.lexmark.com for current values. Temperature information Ambient temperature Shipping temperature Storage temperature
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    visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for your local sales office phone number. Product disposal Do not dispose of the printer or supplies hard-copy original 13 documents. Scanning The product is scanning hard-copy documents. 11 Ready The product is waiting for a print job. 10.5 Power
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    Factory ink. A variable amount of ink will remain in the cartridge when replacement is required. After this single use, the license to use the print cartridge terminates, and the used cartridge must be returned only to Lexmark for remanufacturing, refilling or recycling. If I buy another cartridge
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    of any Software Program installed on or provided by Lexmark for use in connection with your Lexmark product. The term "Software Program" includes machine-readable instructions, audio/visual content (such as images and recordings), and associated media, printed materials and electronic documentation
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    may reject or terminate this license at any time by destroying all copies of the Software Program, together with all modifications, documentation, and merged portions in any form, or as otherwise described herein. Lexmark may terminate your license upon notice if you fail to comply with any of the
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    Lexmark relating to your Use of the Software Program). To the extent any Lexmark policies or programs for support services is based on Microsoft Print Schema technology. You Flash®, Flash® Lite™ and/or Reader® technology by Adobe Systems Incorporated This Product contains Adobe® Flash® player software
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    Community Lexmark International Technology Hungária Kft., 8 Lechner Ödön fasor, Millennium Tower III, 1095 Budapest HUNGARY, A declaration of conformity to the requirements of the Directives is available 11C Universal Service Order Code setup documentation for this product is part of the product
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    the problem is resolved. This equipment contains no user serviceable parts. For repair and warranty information, contact Lexmark International transmission charges.) See your user documentation in order to program this information into your fax machine. South Africa telecommunications notice
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    conditions for the Facsimile User Instructions. The grant of a services. This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to the Telecom's 111 Emergency Service period for any single manual call initiation, and • The equipment shall go seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of
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    Using this product in Switzerland This product requires a Swiss billing tone filter (Lexmark part number 14B5109 or 80D1877) to be installed on any line which receives metering pulses in Switzerland. The Lexmark filter must be used, as metering pulses are present on all analog telephone lines in
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    . To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that
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    Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'émission) est installé à l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence. Lexmark International Technology Hungária Kft., 8 Lechner Ödön fasor, Millennium Tower III, 1095 Budapest HUNGARY, A declaration of conformity to the requirements of the Directives is available
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    Tower III, 1095 Budapest HUNGARY, A declaration of conformity to the requirements of the Directives is available upon request from the Authorized Representative. Česky Společnost Lexmark International, Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že výrobek tento výrobek je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími
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    v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. Svenska Härmed intygar Lexmark International, Inc. att denna produkt står i överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. Notices 191
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    19 changing printing mode 55 changing wireless settings after installation (Mac) 106 changing wireless settings after installation (Windows) 106 Index 192 checking an unresponsive printer 136 checking ink levels 132 checking the dial tone 96 checklist before you troubleshoot 136 fax troubleshooting
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    printing on 42 D default printer, setting 54 defaults resetting factory defaults 20 dial method setting 89 dial tone checking 96 dial tone volume adjusting 97 dialing prefix 95 Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) fax setup 80 digital telephone service fax setup 82 distinctive ring 96 documents attaching
  • Lexmark Platinum Pro900 | User's Guide - Page 194
    ink cartridges ordering 13 replacing 14 using genuine Lexmark 13 ink levels checking 132 inserting a memory card or flash drive 43 installation cable 120, 121 installing network printer 128 installing optional software 24 installing printer on wired network (Macintosh) 116 on wired network (Windows
  • Lexmark Platinum Pro900 | User's Guide - Page 195
    142 paper jam in the printer 142 paper or specialty media 144 junk faxes blocking 100 K key index 128 L labels loading 33 printing 41 language changing 137 line filter 80 LINE port location 11 LiveBox 104 loading documents into the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 36 documents on scanner glass 36
  • Lexmark Platinum Pro900 | User's Guide - Page 196
    93 manually 94 tips 93, 94 recycling 7 Lexmark products 15 WEEE statement 178 redial attempts setting 89 redial time setting 89 reducing an image 60 repeating an image 61 replacing ink cartridges 14 reports fax history 99 reports, fax setting 89 resetting internal wireless print server to factory
  • Lexmark Platinum Pro900 | User's Guide - Page 197
    respond 140 printer printing blank pages 140 printhead error 137 software did not install 138 shared printing 115 sharing printer in Windows 114 SmartSolutions 129 adding printer 130 customizing 130 SMTP server configuring 71 software Service Center 136 software did not install 138 software updates
  • Lexmark Platinum Pro900 | User's Guide - Page 198
    does not respond 140 printer printing blank pages 140 printhead error 137 software did not install 138 troubleshooting, wireless cannot print over wireless network 160 changing wireless settings after installation (Mac) 106 changing wireless settings after installation (Windows) 106 photos do not
  • Lexmark Platinum Pro900 | User's Guide - Page 199
    wireless troubleshooting cannot print over wireless network 160 changing wireless settings after installation (Mac) 106 changing wireless settings after installation (Windows) 106 photos do not print from memory card across wireless network 156 printer and computer on different networks 124 printer
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Pro900 Series User's Guide
November 2009
www.lexmark.com
Machine type(s):
4444
Model(s):
301, 30E