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    User's Guide Dell B1160 Dell B1160w BBAASSIICC This guide provides information concerning installation, basic operation and troubleshooting on windows. ADVANCED This guide provides information about installation, advanced configuration, operation and troubleshooting on various OS environments. Some
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    this user's guide 8 Safety information 9 Machine overview 14 Control panel overview 16 Turning on the machine 17 Installing the driver locally 18 Reinstalling the driver 20 2. Learning the Basic Usage Printing a test page 22 Media and tray 23 Basic printing 31 3. Maintenance
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    need to know before using the machine. • Key benefits 4 • Features by models 6 • Useful to know 7 • About this user's guide 8 • Safety information 9 • Machine overview 14 • Control panel overview 16 • Turning on the machine 17 • Installing the driver locally 18 • Reinstalling the
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    in use. Print with excellent quality and speed • Dell Printer Manager and Dell Printer Status are a program that monitors and informs you of the machine's status and allows you to customize the machine's settings (see "Using Dell Printer Manager" on page 125). • You can access Dell Support at www
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    You can print in various operating systems (see "System requirements" on page 61). • Your machine is equipped with a USB interface. Supports various wireless network setting method • Using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) button - You can easily connect to a wireless network using the WPS button on
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    ) Software B1160 ● ● ● B1160w ● ● ● Variety feature Features Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Network Interface 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN IPv6 Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) Manual duplex (2-sided) printing (●: Included, Blank: Not available) Software SPL printer driver XPS printer driver Dell Printer Manager
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    the instructions on removing jammed paper in this manual and troubleshoot accordingly (see "Clearing paper jams" on page 50). Printouts are blurry. • The toner level might be low or uneven. Shake the toner cartridge. • Try a different print resolution setting. • Replace the toner cartridge. The
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    the safety information before using the machine. • If you have a problem using the machine, refer to the troubleshooting chapter. • Terms used in this user's guide are explained in the glossary chapter. • All illustrations in this user's guide may differ from your machine depending on its options or
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    damage to your machine. Be sure to read and understand all of these instructions before using the machine. After reading this section, keep it in a safe unplug the machine. • The user should be able to access the power outlet in case of emergencies that might require the user to pull the plug out.
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    after these instructions have been followed, unplug the machine from all interface connections and request assistance from qualified service personnel. paper out during printing. It can cause damage to the machine. Be careful not to put your hand between the machine and paper tray. You may get
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    Safety information Do not allow too many papers to stack up in the paper output tray. It can damage the machine. Do not block or push objects into the ventilation opening. This could result in elevated component temperatures which can cause damage or fire. Use of controls or adjustments or
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    Safety information Use the power cord supplied with your machine for safe operation. If you are using a cord which is longer than 2 meters (6 feet) with a 110 V machine, then the gauge should be 16 AWG or larger. Otherwise, it can cause damage to the machine, and could result in electric shock or
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    by non-certified technicians could result in fire or electric shock. • The machine should only be repaired by a Dell service technician. To clean and operate the machine, strictly follow the user's guide provided with the machine. Otherwise, you could damage the machine. Keep the power cable and the
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    cord Quick installation guide Output stackera Software CDb USB cable (B1160w only) Misc. accessoriesc a. Refer to the Quick Install Guide to attach the output stacker to the machine. b. The software CD contains the printer drivers, software applications, and user's guide. c. Miscellaneous
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    on its model. • Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country (see "Features by models" on page 6). 4 5 1 Control panel 2 Tray handle 3 Tray 4 Output tray 2 3 5 Output support 6 Top cover 7 Toner cartridge 1 2 1 USB port 2 Power receptacle 1. Introduction 15
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    of the toner (see "Status LED" on page 53). 2 Status LED Shows the status of your machine (see "Status LED" on page 53). 4 WPS (B1160w only) Info (B1160 only) Power/ Cancel Configures the wireless network connection easily without a computer (see "Wireless network setup" on page 83). • Prints
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    Turning on the machine 1 Connect the machine to the electricity supply first. 2 1 2 Press (power/cancel) button on the control panel. If you want to turn the power off, press (power/cancel) button on the control panel. 1. Introduction 17
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    Installing the driver locally A locally connected machine is a machine directly attached to your computer using the cable. • If you are a Macintosh or Linux OS user, refer to the "Software Installation" on page 70. • The installation window in this User's Guide may differ depending on the machine
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    Installing the driver locally 4 Select Connect to the computer using USB cable. Click Next. Your printer driver installation window that appears in this User's Guide may differ depending on the printer in use. 5 Follow the instructions in the installation window to complete the installation process.
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    Programs or All Programs > Dell > Dell Printers > your printer driver name > Maintenance. 3 Select Repair and click Next. 4 Follow the instructions in the repair window. 5 Insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive and install the driver again (see "Installing the driver locally" on page 18
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    After installation is complete, you may want to set the machine's default settings. Refer to the next section if you would like to set or change values. This chapter provides information about the overall menu structure and the basic setup options. • Printing a test page 22 • Media and tray 23
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    machine is operating correctly. Available for Windows OS users only. To print a test page: 1 Open the document you want to print. 2 Select Print from the file menu. 3 Select your machine from the Select Printer. 4 Click Properties or Preferences. 5 Click Dell tab > Test page. 2. Learning the Basic
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    chapter provides information on how to load print media into your machine. 1 Tray overview • Using print media that does not meet these specifications may cause problems or require repairs. Such repairs are not covered by Dell's warranty or service agreements. • Make sure not to use the inkjet
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    or fan the edge of the paper stack to separate the pages before loading papers. When the paper tray is empty or a paper jam has occurred, open and close the top cover to resume printing after clearing the error (see "Out-of-paper error resolution" on page 49 or "Clearing paper jams" on
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    and tray 4 Squeeze the paper width guide and slide it to the edge of the paper stack without causing it to bend. The settings made from the machine driver override the settings on the control panel. a To print in application, open an application and start the print menu. b Open Printing Preferences
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    Feeder for the paper source in your software application, you need to press (Info) or (WPS) button each time you print a page and load only one type, size and weight of print media at a time on the manual tray. • To prevent paper jams, do not add paper while printing when there is still paper in the
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    Preprinted Cotton Recycled Archive a. The paper types available manual feeding in tray. (●: Supported) Traya If you select Envelope from the Printing Preferences window, but the printed images get easily erased, select Thick Envelope and try printing again. However, this might cause some noise
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    tray - Temperature: should resist the heat and pressure of the machine during operation. • Use only well-constructed envelopes with sharp and well-creased folds. • Do not use stamped envelopes. • Do not use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows designed for use in laser printers. 1 Acceptable 2
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    Media and tray • Make sure that there is no exposed adhesive material between labels. Exposed areas can cause labels to peel off during printing, which software application, set margins at least 6.4 mm (0.25 inches) away from the edges of the material. • Must be printed with heat-resistant ink
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    the paper size and type After loading paper in the paper tray, set the paper size and type. Open the Printing Preferences (see "Opening printing preferences" on page 32) and set the paper size and type in the Paper tab. If you want to use special-sized paper such as billing paper, select Custom
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    from the Select Printer list. 6 Printing If you are a Macintosh or Linux user, refer to the "Macintosh printing" on page 116 or "Linux printing" on page 118. The following Printing Preferences window is for Notepad in Windows 7. 1 Open the document you want to print. 2 Select Print from the File
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    by pressing on the control panel. (power/cancel) button 8 Opening printing preferences 3 Select your machine from the Select Printer. 4 Click Properties or Preferences. • The Printing Preferences window that appears in this user's guide may differ depending on the machine in use. However, the
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    dropdown list and click (Delete). You can also restore the printer driver's default settings by selecting Default Favorite from the Favorites drop-down list. 9 Using help Click the option you want to know on the Printing Preferences window and press F1 on your keyboard. 3 Click (Add). When you
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    and maintenance parts available for your machine. • Ordering supplies and accessories 35 • Available supplies 36 • Storing the toner cartridge 37 • Redistributing toner 39 • Replacing the toner cartridge 40 • Cleaning the machine 42 • Tips for moving & storing your machine 46
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    Dell-authorized supplies and accessories visit www.dell.com/supplies, or contact your local Dell dealer or the retailer where you purchased your machine. You can also visit www.dell.com or support.dell.com, select your country/region, and obtain information on calling for service. 3. Maintenance
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    does not recommend using non-genuine Dell toner cartridge such as refilled or remanufactured toner. Dell cannot guarantee non-genuine Dell toner cartridge's quality. Service or repair required as a result of using non-genuine Dell toner cartridges will not be covered under the machine's warranty
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    or shock. • Never manually rotate the drum, especially in the reverse direction; this can cause internal damage and toner spillage. 2 Toner cartridge usage Dell Inc. does not recommend or approve the use of non-Dell brand toner cartridges in your printer including generic, store brand, refilled, or
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    Storing the toner cartridge 3 Estimated cartridge life Estimated cartridge life the life of the toner cartridge (or imaging unit) yield depends on the amount of toner that print jobs require. The actual print yield may vary depending on the print density of the pages you print on, operating
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    cartridge. In some cases, white streaks or light printing will still occur even after you have redistributed the toner. • Before opening the top cover, close the output support first. • If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner
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    to open the toner cartridge package. They might scratch the drum of the cartridge. • If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric. • Shake the toner cartridge thoroughly, it will increase the initial print quality
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    Replacing the toner cartridge 3. Maintenance 41
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    to clean it. If you use a vacuum cleaner, toner blows in the air and might be harmful to you. • During the printing process, paper, toner, and dust particles can accumulate inside the machine. This buildup can cause print quality problems, such as toner specks or smearing. Cleaning the inside of the
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    as toner specks or smearing. Cleaning the inside of the machine clears and reduces these problems. • Use a dry lint-free cloth to clean the machine. • If your machine has a power switch, turn the power switch off before cleaning the machine. • Before opening the top cover, close the output support
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    Cleaning the machine 3. Maintenance 44
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    Cleaning the machine 6 Cleaning the pickup roller • Use a dry lint-free cloth to clean the machine. • If your machine has a power switch, turn the power switch off before cleaning the machine. • Before opening the top cover, close the output support first. 3. Maintenance 45
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    When moving the machine, do not tilt or turn it upside down. Otherwise, the inside of the machine may be contaminated by toner, which can cause damage to the machine or reduce print quality. • When moving the machine, make sure at least two people are holding the machine securely. 3. Maintenance 46
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    for what to do if you encounter an error. If you cannot find a solution to your problem in this chapter, refer to the Troubleshooting chapter in the Advanced User's Guide (see "Troubleshooting" on page 133). If you cannot find a solution in the User's Guide or the problem persists, call for service.
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    remove paper from the tray while your machine is printing. • Flex, fan, and straighten paper before loading. • Do not use creased, damp, or highly curled paper. • Do not mix paper types in a tray. • Use only recommended print media (see "Print media specifications" on page 58). 4. Troubleshooting 48
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    Out-of-paper error resolution If there is no paper in the tray or the status LED is red. To resolve this problem, load paper in the tray and then open and close the top cover. 2 1 4. Troubleshooting 49
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    Clearing paper jams • When the paper tray is a paper jam has occurred, open and close the top cover to resume printing after clearing the error. • To avoid tearing the paper, pull the jammed paper out slowly and gently. 1 In tray 2 1 4. Troubleshooting 50
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    Clearing paper jams 2 Inside the machine • The fuser area is hot. Take care when removing paper from the machine. • Before opening the top cover, close the output support first. 4. Troubleshooting 51
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    Clearing paper jams If you do not see the paper in this area, stop and go to next step: 4. Troubleshooting 52
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    the error, look at the error message and its instructions from the troubleshooting part. • You can also resolve the error with the guidelines from the Dell Printer Status program window. • If the problem persists, call a service representative. 3 Status LED (Status LED) Status Off Green Red
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    of pages may be affected by operating environment, printing interval, graphics, media type and media size. Some amount of toner may remain in the cartridge even when red LED is on and the printer stops printing. b. Wireless model only (see "Features by models" on page 6). 4. Troubleshooting 54
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    5. Appendix This chapter provides product specifications and information concerning applicable regulations. • Specifications 56 • Dell technical support policy 64 • Contacting Dell 65 • Warranty and return policy 66 • Copyright 67
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    or support.dell.com for possible changes in information. Dimension Weight Noise Levela Temperature Humidity Power ratingb Items Width x Length x Height Machine with consumables Ready mode Print mode Operation Storage (packed) Operation Storage (packed) 110 volt models 220 volt models Description
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    than 30 W Power save mode Less than 0.9 W (B1160), Less than 1.2 W (B1160w) Power off mode Less than 0.45 W Wireless c Module SPW-B4319S a. Sound Pressure Level, ISO 7779. Configuration tested: basic machine installation, A4 paper, simplex printing. b. See the rating label on the machine for
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    Specifications 2 Print media specifications Type Plain paper Envelope Size (4.12 x 9.5 inches) 110 x 220 mm (4.33 x 8.66 inches) 162 x 229 mm (6.38 x 9.02 inches) Print media weight/Capacitya Tray Manual feeding in trayb 71 to 85 g/m2 (19 to 23 lbs bond) • 150 sheets of 80 g/m2 (21 lbs bond)
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    Thick paper Thin paper Cotton Colored Pre-printed Recycled Size Dimensions Refer to the Plain the Plain paper section Refer to the Plain paper section Refer to the Plain paper section Print media weight/Capacitya Tray Manual feeding in trayb 86 to 120 g/m2 (23 to 32 lbs bond) • 50 sheets
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    Specifications Type Size Dimensions Print media weight/Capacitya Tray Manual feeding in trayb Labelsc Letter, Legal, Oficio, US Folio, A4, JIS B5, ISO B5, Executive, A5 Refer to the Plain paper section 120 to 150 g/
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    GB • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher is the minimum requirement for all Windows operating systems. • Users who have administrator rights can install the software. • Windows Terminal Services is compatible with your machine. • For Windows 2000, Services Pack 4 or higher is required. 5. Appendix 61
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    867 MHz or faster Power PC G4/G5 • Intel® processors • Intel® processors Requirements (Recommended) RAM • 128 MB for a powerPC based Mac (512 MB) • 512 MB for an Intel-based Mac (1 GB) 512 MB (1 GB) 1 GB (2 GB) 2 GB Requirements Redhat® Enterprise Linux WS 4, 5 (32/64 bit) Fedora 5 ~ 13 (32/64 bit
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    shows the network environments supported by the machine. Items Network interface Network operating system Network protocols Wireless security Specifications • 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN • Windows 2000/Server 2003 /Server 2008/XP/Vista/7/Server 2008 R2 • Various Linux OS • Mac OS X 10.4 ~ 10.7 • TCP
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    software, and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of the printer and all Dell-installed hardware. In addition to this technician assisted technical support, online technical support is available at Dell
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    as your password. • Electronic Support Service - [email protected] - [email protected] - [email protected] (Latin America and Caribbean countries only) - [email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries only) - support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) - support.euro.dell.com (Europe only
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    and return policy Dell Inc. ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry-standard practices. For information about the Dell warranty for your printer, refer to the Product Information Guide. 5. Appendix 66
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    Dell, the Dell logo, and Dell Supplies Ordering Utility are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Windows to refer to the entities claiming the marks and names of their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its
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    User's Guide Dell B1160 Dell B1160w AADDVVAANNCCEEDD This guide provides information about installation, advanced configuration, operation and troubleshooting on various OS environments. Some features may not be available depending on models or countries. BASIC This guide provides information
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    Embedded Web Service (B1160w only) 123 Using Dell Printer Manager 125 Using Dell Printer Status 127 Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator 129 5. Troubleshooting Paper feeding problems 134 Power and cable connecting problems 135 Printing problems 136 Printing quality problems 140
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    for Macintosh 71 • Reinstallation for Macintosh 72 • Installation for Linux 73 • Reinstallation for Linux 74 • If you are a Windows OS user, refer to the "Installing the driver locally" on page 18 for installing the machine's driver. • Only use a USB cable no longer then 3 meter (118
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    in Print Using and your machine name in Model. • For Mac OS X 10.5-10.7, if Auto Select does not work properly, select Select a driver to use... and your machine name in Print Using. Your machine appears on the Printer List, and is set as the default machine. 18 Click Add. 1. Software Installation
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    printer driver does not work properly, uninstall the driver and reinstall it. 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on. 2 Insert the supplied software machine has already been added, delete it from the Print Setup Utility or Print & Fax. 1. Software Installation 72
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    Linux You need to download Linux software packages from the Dell website to install the printer software (www.dell.com or support.dell.com > find your product > Support or Downloads). 1 Installing the Unified Linux Driver The installation program added the Unified Driver Configurator desktop icon
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    to your computer and powered on. 2 When the Administrator Login window appears, type "root" in the Login field and enter the system password. You must log in as a super user (root) to uninstall the printer driver. If you are not a super user, ask your system administrator. 3 Click the icon at the
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    step-by-step instructions for setting up a network connected machine and software. • Useful network program 76 • Printing a network configuration report 77 • Installing driver over the network 78 • IPv6 configuration 82 • Wireless network setup 83 Supported optional devices and features
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    to do the following tasks (see "Using Embedded Web Service" on page 82): • Check the supplies information and status. • Customize machine settings. • Set the email notification option. When you set this option, the machine status (toner cartridge shortage or machine error) will be sent to a certain
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    will show the current machine's network settings. This will help you to set up a network. Press the (WPS) button formore than 10 seconds on the control panel. Using this Network Configuration Report, you can find your machine's MAC address and IP address. For example: • MAC Address: 00:15:99:41:A2
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    The software CD should automatically run and an installation window will appear. If the installation window does not appear, click Start > All programs > Accessories > Run. X:\Setup.exe replacing "X" with the letter, which represents your CDROM drive and click OK. 4 Select Connect a network printer
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    you want to set the wireless setting, refer to "Setup using Macintosh" on page 94. 6 Follow the instructions in the installation window to complete the installation process. 3 Macintosh 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your network and powered on. 2 Insert the supplied software CD into
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    choose Select Printer Software and your machine name in Print Using. 21 Click Add. Your machine appears in the Printer List, and is set as the default machine. 4 Linux You need to download Linux software packages from the Dell website to install the printer software (www.dell.com or support.dell.com
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    Installing driver over the network 3 Extract the UnifiedLinuxDriver.tar.gz file and open the new directory. 4 Double-click the Linux folder > install.sh icon. 5 The Dell installer window opens. Click Continue. 6 The add printer wizard window opens. Click Next. 7 Select network printer and click
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    in the below default ID and password. • ID: admin • Password: dell00000 3 When the Embedded Web Service window opens, move the mouse cursor over the Settings of the top menu bar and then click Network Settings. 4 Click TCP/IPv6 on the left pane of the website. 5 Check the IPv6 Protocol check box
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    Wireless network setup • Make sure your machine supports wireless networking. Wireless networking may not be available depending on the model (see "Features by models" on page 6). • If the IPv6 network seems to not be working, set all the network settings to the factory defaults and try again.
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    Ad hoc via USB cable in Windows" on page 91. () • Macintosh user, see "Ad hoc via USB cable in Macintosh" on page 97. If problems occur during wireless set up or driver installation, refer to the troubleshooting chapter (see "Troubleshooting for wireless network" on page 102). 2. Using a Network
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    a typical wireless network environment. Items to prepare • Check if the access point (or wireless router) supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS). • Check if your machine supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS). • Networked computer (PIN mode only) 2. Using a Network-Connected Machine (B1160w only) 85
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    the access point (or wireless router) with the previously used wireless connection settings and address. 1 The network configuration report, including PIN, must be printed (see "Printing a network configuration report" on page 77). In ready mode, press the the control panel. (WPS) button for more
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    is automatically disconnected and the WPS LED turns off. 9 Setup using Windows Access point via USB cable in Windows • Items to prepare - Access point - Network-connected computer - Software CD that was provided with your machine - The machine installed with a wireless network interface - USB cable
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    set up the wireless network before you select this. 6 The software searches the wireless network. If the search has failed, you may check if the USB cable is properly connected between the computer and machine, and follow the instructions on the window. 2. Using a Network-Connected Machine (B1160w
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    Wireless network setup 7 After searching, the window shows the wireless network devices. Select the name (SSID) of the access point you are using and click Next. If you cannot find the network name you want to choose, or if you want to set the wireless configuration manually, click Advanced Setting.
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    . Select Yes if you accept the current settings and continue the setup procedure. Select No if you want to return to the beginning screen. Then, click Next. 11 Click Next when the Confirm Printer Connection window appears. 12 Select the components to be installed. Click Next. 13 After selecting the
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    computer and the wireless network machine. 3 Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive. The software CD should automatically run and an installation window will appear. If the installation window does not appear, click Start > All programs > Accessories > Run. X:\Setup.exe replacing
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    you have already set up the wireless network, select this to install the machine's driver to use the wireless network machine. If you have not set up the wireless network, select the Connect to the computer wirelessly to set up the wireless network before you select this. 6 The software searches the
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    Wireless network setup The wireless network security window appears when the ad hoc network has security setting. The wireless network security window appears. Select Open System or Shared Key the computer's subnet mask.) - Gateway: 169.254.133.1 2. Using a Network-Connected Machine (B1160w only) 93
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    window appears. To print from a Wi-Fi Direct supported mobile device, set the Wi-Fi Direct Option (see "Setting up Wi-Fi Direct" on page 100). Wi-Fi Direct Option: • Wi-Fi Direct option appears on the screen only if your printer supports this feature. • Can start to build Wi-Fi Direct by using Dell
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    Click Wireless Network Setting button on the User Options Pane. 11 The software searches the wireless network. 12 After searching, the window shows the wireless network devices. Select the name (SSID) of the access point you are using and click Next. When you set the wireless configuration manually
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    Wireless network setup The wireless network security window appears when the access point has security setting. The wireless network security window appears. The window may differ according to its security mode: WEP or WPA. • WEP Select Open System or Shared Key for the authentication and enter the
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    Wireless network setup 15 Wireless network setting is completed. To print from a Wi-Fi Direct supported mobile device, set the Wi-Fi Direct Option (see "Setting up WiFi Direct" on page 100). Wi-Fi Direct Option: • Wi-Fi Direct Option appears on the screen only if your printer supports this feature.
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    Wireless network setup 13 The software searches the wireless network devices. If the search has failed, check if the USB cable is connected between the computer and machine properly, and follow the instructions in the window. • Network Key: Enter the encryption network key value. • Confirm Network
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    window. For example, 3 Click Login on the upper right of the Embedded Web Service website. 4 Type in the ID and Password, then click Login. • ID: admin • Password: dell00000 5 When the Embedded Web Service window opens, click Settings > Network Settings. 2. Using a Network-Connected Machine (B1160w
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    in Windows" on page 91. - Macintosh user See "Access point via USB cable in Macintosh" on page 95. See "Ad hoc via USB cable in Macintosh" on page 97. • After the driver installation is complete, Dell Printer Manager can be set and changes in the Wi-Fi Direct can be made. • Wifi direct setup can
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    to the user manual of the mobile device you are using to set its Wi-Fi Direct. • After setting up Wi-Fi Direct, you need to download the mobile printing application to print from your smartphone. From the network-connected computer If your printer is using a network cable or a wireless access point
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    Wireless network setup 13 Troubleshooting for wireless network Problems during setup or driver installation Printers support wireless networking. Check the machine's user's guide included on the software CD supplied with your machine and prepare a wireless Network-Connected Machine (B1160w only) 102
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    address (see "Printing a network configuration report" on page 77). 2 Check the printer port's IP address from your computer. a Click the Windows Start menu. b For Windows Server 2000, select Settings > Printers. • For Windows XP/Server 2003, select Printer and Faxes. • For Windows Server 2008/Vista
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    . Refer to the user's guide for the software to turn it off and try searching for the machine again. • Check whether the machine's IP address is allocated correctly. You can check the IP address by printing the network configuration report. • Check whether the access point (or wireless router) has
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    . Many devices can interfere with the wireless signal, including a microwave oven and some Bluetooth devices. • Whenever the configuration of your access point (or wireless router) changes, you must do the product's wireless network setup again. 2. Using a Network-Connected Machine (B1160w only) 105
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    special printing features. • Altitude adjustment 107 • Changing the default print settings 108 • Setting your machine as a default machine 109 • Using advanced print features 110 • Macintosh printing 116 • Linux printing 118 The procedures in this chapter are mainly based on Windows 7.
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    Windows and Macintosh users, you set from Dell Printer Manager > (Switch to advanced mode) > Device Settings (see "Advanced settings user interface overview" on page 126). If your machine is connected to the network, you can set the altitude via Embedded Web Service (see "Using Embedded Web Service
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    For Windows XP/Server 2003/Server 2008/Vista, select Printing Preferences. For Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 R2, from context menus, select Printing preferences. If Printing preferences has a ▶, you can select other printer drivers connected to the selected printer. 5 Change the settings on each
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    Panel > Hardware > Devices and Printers. 3 Select your machine. 4 Right-click your machine and select Set as Default Printer. For Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 R2, if Set as default printer has a ▶, you can select other printer drivers connected to the selected printer. 3. Special Features 109
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    print features XPS printer driver: used to print XPS file format. • The XPS printer driver can be installed only on Windows Vista OS or higher. • You can install the XPS printer driver when you insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive. When you install the Dell software, the XPS printer driver
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    millimeters or inches by selecting the radio button on the upper right of Basic tab to make it easier to paste the sheets together. Description Prints your document on both sides of a sheet of paper and arranges the pages so that the paper can be folded in half after
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    unit, you should complete the printing job manually. The machine prints every other page of the document print settings from your software (Creating a watermark) application, access Printing Preferences. b Click the Advanced tab, select Edit from the Watermark drop-down list. The Edit Watermarks window
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    Print until you exit the Print window. Watermark (Deleting a watermark) a To change the print settings from your software application, access Printing Print until you exit the Print window. Item Overlaya Description This option is available only when you use the SPL printer driver (see "Software
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    want to use in an external source, you can also load the file when you access the Open window. After you select the file, click Open. The file appears in the Overlay List box and is available for printing. Select the overlay from the Overlay List box. d If necessary, check Confirm Page Overlay When
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    down list. c Select the overlay you want to delete from the Overlay List box. d Click Delete. e When a confirming message window appears, click Yes. f Click OK or Print until you exit the Print window. You can delete page overlays that you no longer use. a. This option is not available when you use
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    are not supported. 3 Printing a document When you print with a Macintosh, you need to check the printer driver settings in each application you use. Follow the steps below to print from a Macintosh: 1 Open the document to print. 2 Open the File menu and click Page Setup (Document Setup in some
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    Macintosh printing 6 Using help Click the question mark on the bottom-left corner of the window and click on the topic you want to know about. A pop-up window appears with information about that option's feature, which is provided from the driver. 3. Special Features 117
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    allow you to print using Common UNIX Printing System (CUPS). You can print on your machine from any such application. 1 Open an application, and select Print from the File menu 2 Select Print directly using lpr. 3 In the LPR GUI window, select the model name of your machine from the printer list and
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    , and change the print job properties. 3 Click OK to start printing. 9 Configuring Printer Properties Using the Printer Properties window provided by the Printers configuration, you can change the various properties for your machine as a printer. 1 Open the Unified Driver Configurator. If necessary
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    to help you make full use of your machine. • Using Firmware Update Utility 121 • Using Dell Supplies Ordering Utility 122 • Using Embedded Web Service (B1160w only) 123 • Using Dell Printer Manager 125 • Using Dell Printer Status 127 • Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator 129
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    by upgrading firmware. Availabe for Windows OS users only. 1 From the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs > Dell > Dell Printers > your printer driver name > Firmware Update Utility. 2 Download the latest firmware. Click http://www.support.dell.com. 3 If your printer is connected with an USB
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    toner cartridges or supplies from Dell: Availabe for Windows or Macintosh OS users only. 2 The Dell Supplies Ordering Utility window opens. 1 Double-click the Dell Supplies Ordering Utility icon on your desktop. OR From the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs > Dell > Dell Printers
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    Using Embedded Web Service (B1160w only) • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher is the minimum requirement for Embedded Web Service. • Embedded Web Service explanation in this user's guide may differ from your machine depending on its options or models. • Network model only. 1 Click Login on the upper
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    . Maintenance tab This tab allows you to maintain your machine by upgrading firmware and setting contact information for sending emails. You can also connect to Dell website or download drivers by selecting the Link menu. • Firmware Upgrade: Upgrade your machine's firmware. • Contact Information
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    combines Dell machine settings into one location. Dell Printer Manager combines device settings as well as printing environments, settings/actions and launching. All of these features provide a gateway to conveniently use your Dell machine. Dell Printer Manager provides two different user interfaces
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    and machines. Device Settings You can configure various machine settings such as machine setup, paper, layout, emulation, network, and print information. Alert Settings (Windows only) This is menu includes settings related to error alerting. • Printer Alert: Provides settings related to when alerts
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    . Dell Printer Status is installed automatically when you install the machine software. For Windows, From the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs > Dell > Dell Printers > your printer driver name > Dell Printer Status. You can also launch Dell Printer Status manually. Go to the Printing
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    You can set printing job alert related settings. Order Supplies You can order replacement toner cartridge(s) from 3 online. 4 User's Guide You can view the online User's Guide. 5 Close Close the window. Changing the Dell Printer Status Program Settings Right-click the Dell Printer Status icon
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    6 Opening Unified Driver Configurator 1 Double-click the Unified Driver Configurator on the desktop. You can also click the Startup Menu icon and select Dell Unified Driver > Unified Driver Configurator. 2 Click each button on the left to switch to the corresponding configuration window. 1 Printer
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    the machine icon button on the left side of the Unified Driver Configurator window. 7 Printers configuration Printers configuration has the two tabs: Printers and Classes. 1 Switches to Printers configuration. 2 Shows all of the installed machines. 3 Shows the status, model name, and URI of your
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    Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator • Remove Printer: Removes the selected machine. • Set as Default: Sets the current selected machine as a default machine. • Stop/Start: Stops/starts the machine. • Test: Allows you to print a test page to ensure the machine is working properly. •
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    Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator 8 Ports configuration In this window, you can view the list of available ports, check the status of each port and release a port that is stalled in a busy state when its
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    problems 135 • Printing problems 136 • Printing quality problems 140 • Operating system problems 148 For errors that occur during the wireless software installation and settings, refer to the troubleshotting section in the wireless setting chapter (see "Troubleshooting for wireless
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    If you are printing on special materials, feed manually in the tray. • An incorrect type of paper is being used. Use only paper that meets the specifications required by the machine. • There may be debris inside the machine. Open the top cover and remove any debris. Ensure that the paper guides are
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    Power and cable connecting problems Condition The machine is not receiving power, or the connection cable between the computer and the machine is not supply first and press the • Disconnect the machine's cable and reconnect it. (power/cancel) button on the control panel. 5. Troubleshooting 135
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    in Windows. Check the machine for the following: • The top cover is not closed. Close the top cover. • Paper is jammed. Clear the paper jam (see "Clearing paper jams" on page 50). • No paper is loaded. Load paper (see"Loading paper in the tray" on page 24). • The toner cartridge is not installed
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    paper size settings do not match. Ensure that the paper size in the printer driver settings matches the paper in the tray. Or, ensure that the paper size in the printer driver settings matches the paper selection in the software application settings you use (see "Opening printing preferences" on
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    machine is selected. The software application is malfunctioning. Try printing a job from another application. The operating system is malfunctioning. Exit Windows and reboot the computer. Turn the machine off and back on again. Pages print, but they are The toner cartridge is defective or out
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    correct paper size in the Custom in Paper tab in Printing Preferences (see "Opening printing preferences" on page 32). Change the printer option and try again. Go to Printing Preferences , click Paper tab, and set type to Thick (see "Opening printing preferences" on page 32). 5. Troubleshooting 139
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    page is light, the print resolution setting is too low or the toner save mode is on. Adjust the print resolution and turn the toner save mode off. See the help screen of the printer driver. • A combination of faded or smeared defects may indicate that the toner cartridge needs cleaning. Clean the
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    toner. Try a different kind or brand of paper. • Change the printer option and try again. Go to Printing Preferences, click the Paper tab, and set type to Thick or Thicker (see "Opening printing preferences" on page 32). If these steps do not correct the problem, contact a service representative
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    the toner (see "Redistributing toner" on page 39). • Clean the inside of the machine (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 40). • Check the paper type and quality. • Remove the toner cartridge and install a new one (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 40). 5. Troubleshooting 142
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    toner cartridge and, install a new one (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 40). • Parts of the machine may have toner on them. If the defects occur on the back of the page, the problem will likely correct itself after a few more pages. • The fusing assembly may be damaged. Contact a service
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    Printing quality problems Condition Misformed paper is loaded properly. • Check the paper type and quality. • Ensure that the guides are not too tight or too loose against the paper stack. • Ensure that the paper over in the tray. Also try rotating the paper 180° in the tray. 5. Troubleshooting 144
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    not be installed properly. Remove the cartridge and reinsert it. • The toner cartridge may be defective. Remove the toner cartridge and install a new one (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 40). • The machine may require repairing. Contact a service representative. 5. Troubleshooting 145
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    . Remove the cartridge and reinsert it. • The toner cartridge may be defective. Remove the toner cartridge and install a new one (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 40). If the problem persists, the machine may require repairing. Contact a service representative. 5. Troubleshooting 146
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    the machine: • Turn the stack of paper over in the tray. Also try rotating the paper 180° in the tray. • Change the printer's paper option and try again. Go to Printing Preferences, click the Paper tab, and set type to Thin (see "Opening printing preferences" on page 32). • An unknown image Your
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    Operating system problems 1 Common Windows problems Condition Suggested solutions "File in Use" message appears Exit all software applications. Remove all software from the startup group, then restart Windows. Reinstall the printer driver. during installation. "General Protection Fault", "
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    Make sure that the resolution setting in your machine driver matches the one in Acrobat Reader. with Acrobat Reader 6.0 or higher, colors print incorrectly. Refer to the Macintosh User's Guide that came with your computer for further information on Macintosh error messages. 5. Troubleshooting 149
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    Condition Suggested solutions The machine does not print. • Check if the printer driver is installed in your system. Open Unified Driver Configurator and switch to the Printers tab in the Printers configuration window to look at the list of available machines. Make sure that your machine
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    commonly used with printing as well as mentioned in this user's guide. 802.11 802.11 is a set of standards for wireless local area network color is commonly called as monochrome or black and white. BMP A bitmapped graphics format used internally by the Microsoft Windows graphics subsystem (GDI),
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    prevent any damage when you move the machine. Coverage It is the printing term used for a toner usage measurement on printing. For example, 5% coverage means that an A4 sided paper has or setting that is in effect when taking a printer out of its box state, reset, or initialized. Glossary 152
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    is a telephone company service which enables a user to use a single telephone line to answer several different telephone numbers. Duplex A mechanism that will automatically turn over a sheet of paper so that the machine can print (or scan) on both sides of the paper. A printer equipped with a Duplex
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    control (MAC)/data print service on your machine. FTP A File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a commonly used protocol for exchanging files over any network that supports the TCP/IP protocol (such as the Internet or an intranet). Fuser Unit The part of a laser printer that fuses the toner onto the print
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    the parallel cable that attaches to the peripheral (for example, a printer). Intranet A private network that uses Internet Protocols, network connectivity, its employees. Sometimes the term refers only to the most visible service, the internal website. IP address An Internet Protocol (IP) address
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    printers, and also supports access control, authentication, and encryption, making it a much more capable and secure printing systems. IPX and SPX both provide connection services similar to TCP/IP, with the IPX protocol ISO) is an international standard-setting body composed of representatives from
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    services running over TCP/IP. LED A Light-Emitting Diode (LED) is a semiconductor device that indicates the status of a machine. MAC address Media Access Control (MAC the following functionality in one physical body, so as to have a printer, a copier, a fax, a scanner and etc. MH Modified Huffman
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    services on a PC, and the network protocols were based on the archetypal Xerox XNS stack. Today NetWare supports TCP/IP as well as IPX/SPX. OPC Open ) is a mechanism that makes a virtual image for print using a laser beam emitted from a laser printer, and it is usually green or rust colored and has
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    printer works, meaning the number of pages a printer can produce in one minute. PRN file An interface for a device driver, this allows software to interact with the device driver Remote Authentication Dial In User Service (RADIUS) is a protocol for remote user authentication and accounting. RADIUS
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    made by various image processing applications. Toner Cartridge A kind of bottle or container used in a machine like a printer which contains toner. Toner is a powder used in laser printers and photocopiers, which forms the text and images on the printed paper. Toner can be fused by by a combination
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    an imaging architecture that is originally introduced in Windows Me and Windows XP. A scan can be initiated from within these operating systems by using a WIA-compliant scanner. WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a class of systems to secure wireless (Wi-Fi) computer networks, which was created to
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    for more advanced security. WPS The Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a standard for establishing a wireless home network. If your wireless access point supports WPS, you can configure the wireless network connection easily without a computer. XPS XML Paper Specification (XPS) is a specification for
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    special media 26 printer properties 33 119 N printing 118 4 system requirements 62 network 58 unifled driver configurator 129 driver installation 121 loading Linux 80 15 manual feeding in tray Macintosh 26 79 Windows 78 paper in the tray 24 installing environment 63 Index
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    Supplies Ordering Utility 122 problems 29 paper feeding problems 134 T 27 power problems 135 toner cartridge 28 printing problems 136 estimated life 38 58 printing quality problems 140 handling instructions 37 29 26 R non-Dell and refilled 37 redistributing toner 39 rear view
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    87 feed manually in the tray 26 WPS PBC 86 U PIN 86 understanding the status LED 53 USB cable driver installation driver reinstallation 71, 73 72, 74 using help 33, 117 W watermark create 112 delete 113 edit 113 Windows common Windows problems 148 driver installation for
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BASIC
User’s Guide
Dell B1160
Dell B1160w
BASIC
User’s Guide
This guide provides information concerning installation, basic operation and
troubleshooting on windows.
ADVANCED
This guide provides information about installation, advanced configuration, operation and
troubleshooting on various OS environments.
Some features may not be available depending on models or countries.