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3 Do one of the following: USB connection a Press the up or down arrow button to select the file name of the document that you want to print or the folder where the document is saved in the memory device. b Press OK, and then press to start printing the document. Wireless connection (selected models only) a Wait for the printer to connect to the network computer or to finish searching the network for available computers. If Select Computer appears, press the up or down arrow button to select a network computer, and then press OK. Notes: • You may be prompted to enter a PIN if the computer requires it. To assign a computer name and a PIN to the computer, see the Help for the printer software associated with your operating system. • If your printer has a numeric keypad, enter the PIN using the keypad. • If your printer does not have a numeric keypad, use the arrow buttons to increase or decrease the value for each digit (the default value is 0000) in the PIN, and then press OK each time you select a digit. b Press the up or down arrow buttons to select the file name of the document that you want to print or the folder where the document is saved in the memory device. c Press OK, and then press to start printing the document. Printing specialty documents For more options on printing specialty documents, see the Help associated with the programs installed with the printer software. Choosing compatible specialty paper types • Heavyweight matte paper-A photo paper with a matte finish used for printing high-quality graphics. • Standard Glossy/Photo paper-Photo paper with a special coating. It is used specifically for printing photos with crisp, sharp images. • Lexmark Photo Paper-An outstanding "everyday" heavyweight inkjet photo paper designed for use with Lexmark printers, but compatible with all brands of inkjet printers. Although inexpensive, it offers excellent image quality and outstanding value. • Lexmark PerfectFinishTM Photo Paper-A high-quality photo paper specifically designed for Lexmark inkjet printers, but compatible with all inkjet printers. It is used specifically for printing professional quality photos with a glossy finish. It is best when used with genuine Lexmark evercolorTM 2 ink, providing photos that are fade- and water-resistant. • Transparency-A clear, plastic media primarily used for overhead projectors. • Card stock-A very thick paper used for printing sturdier items, such as greeting cards. • Iron-On transfer-A type of media that has a reverse image printed on it that can be ironed onto fabric. • Labels-A self-adhesive, inkjet-compatible paper that comes in different types, formats, and sizes. Printing 65

Section	Page
Contents	3
Safety information	9
Introduction	10
Finding information about the printer	10
Setting up the printer	13
Granting access to the software during installation	13
Setting up the printer as a copier only	13
Understanding the parts of the printer	20
Using the control panel buttons and menus	22
Using the printer control panel	22
Using the printer menus	25
Saving settings	27
Using the printer software	29
Installing printer software	29
Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only)	30
Using the Windows printer software	31
Using the Macintosh printer software	32
Installing the printer on a wireless network (selected models only)	34
Wireless network compatibility	34
Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network	34
Installing the printer on a wireless network	34
Installing the printer on other computers	35
Interpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light	36
Special wireless installation instructions	36
Assigning a static IP address	37
Changing wireless settings after installation	37
Switching between USB and wireless connections (Windows only)	38
Switching between USB and wireless connections (Macintosh only)	39
Advanced wireless setup	40
Creating an ad hoc wireless network	40
Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network	42
Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)	43
Frequently asked questions	43
Where do I find my WEP key or WPA passphrase?	43
What is an SSID?	43
Where do I find my SSID?	44
What is a network?	44
What types of wireless network security are available?	44
How do I find out what type of security my network is using?	45
How are home networks configured?	45
Why do I need an installation cable?	47
How do I attach the installation cable?	48
How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different?	48
Finding the signal strength	49
How can I improve wireless signal strength?	50
Can I use my printer on a USB and a network connection at the same time?	51
What is a MAC address?	51
How do I find the MAC address?	51
What is an IP address?	52
What is TCP/IP?	52
How do I locate IP addresses?	52
How are IP addresses assigned?	53
What is a key index?	53
Loading paper	54
Loading paper	54
Loading various paper types	54
Using the automatic paper type sensor	57
Loading original documents on the scanner glass	58
Loading original documents into the Automatic Document Feeder	59
Printing	61
Printing basic documents	61
Printing a document	61
Printing Web pages	61
Printing multiple copies of a document	62
Collating printed copies	62
Printing the last page first (reverse page order)	63
Printing multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up)	63
Printing documents from a memory card or flash drive	64
Printing specialty documents	65
Choosing compatible specialty paper types	65
Printing envelopes	66
Printing labels	66
Printing on custom-size paper	67
Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing)	68
Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) automatically	68
Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) manually	69
Managing print jobs	71
Pausing print jobs	71
Resuming print jobs	71
Canceling print jobs	72
Working with photos	74
Connecting photo storage devices	74
Inserting a memory card	74
Inserting a flash drive	75
Editing photos using the control panel	76
Printing photos	77
Printing photos using the printer control panel	77
Printing photos from the computer using the printer software	78
Printing photos from a memory device using the printer software	78
Printing photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera	80
Printing photos stored on a memory device using the proof sheet	81
Printing photos from a digital camera using DPOF	82
Copying	83
Making copies	83
Copying photos	83
Making a duplex copy	84
Copying a two-sided document	84
Enlarging or reducing images	85
Adjusting copy quality	85
Making a copy lighter or darker	85
Collating copies using the printer control panel	86
Repeating an image on one page	87
Copying multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up)	87
Canceling a copy job	88
Scanning	89
Scanning original documents	89
Scanning color or black-and-white original documents	91
Scanning photos for editing	91
Scanning to a computer over a network	92
Canceling scan jobs	92
Faxing	94
Sending a fax using the computer	94
Receiving a fax	95
Maintaining the printer	98
Maintaining print cartridges	98
Installing print cartridges	98
Removing a used print cartridge	100
Refilling print cartridges	101
Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges	101
Aligning print cartridges	101
Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles	102
Checking ink levels	103
Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts	103
Preserving the print cartridges	104
Cleaning the scanner glass	104
Cleaning the exterior of the printer	104
Ordering supplies	105
Ordering print cartridges	105
Ordering paper and other supplies	105
Resetting to factory settings	106
Troubleshooting	107
Using the printer troubleshooting software (Windows only)	107
Setup troubleshooting	107
Incorrect language appears on the display	107
Power button is not lit	108
Software did not install	108
Page does not print	109
Solving printer power problems	112
Removing and reinstalling the software	112
Enabling the USB port in Windows	113
Wireless troubleshooting	114
Wireless troubleshooting checklist	114
Printing a network setup page	115
Wireless configuration does not continue after the USB cable is attached	115
Why isn't my printer in this list?	116
Cannot print over wireless network	117
Cannot print and there is a firewall on the computer	120
Wi-Fi indicator light is not lit	120
Wi-Fi indicator light is green but the printer does not print (Windows only)	121
Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation (Windows only)	123
Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation (Macintosh only)	126
Wi-Fi indicator light is still orange	128
Wireless print server not installed	129
“Communication not available” message displays when printing wirelessly	129
Communication with printer lost when connected to Virtual Private Network (VPN)	130
Resetting the internal wireless print server to factory default settings	130
Notices	131
Product information	131
Edition notice	131
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RIGHTS	132
Trademarks	132
Licensing notices	132
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement	132
Exposure to radio frequency radiation	133
Industry Canada notice	133
European Community (EC) directives conformity	134
European EC directives conformity statement for radio products	134
Noise emission levels	136
Temperature information	136
Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive	137
Product disposal	137
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement	137
Notice to users of the Canadian telephone network	138
Notice to users of the New Zealand telephone network	139
South Africa telecommunications notice	139
ENERGY STAR	140
Power consumption	140
Product power consumption	140
Power Saver	141
Off mode	141
Total energy usage	141
LEXMARK LICENSE AGREEMENTS	141

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Do one of the following:

USB connection

Press the up or down arrow button to select the file name of the document that you want to print or the folder

where the document is saved in the memory device.

Press

, and then press

to start printing the document.

Wireless connection (selected models only)

Wait for the printer to connect to the network computer or to finish searching the network for available

computers.

Select Computer

appears, press the up or down arrow button to select a network computer, and then

press

Notes:

•

You may be prompted to enter a PIN if the computer requires it. To assign a computer name and a PIN

to the computer, see the Help for the printer software associated with your operating system.

•

If your printer has a numeric keypad, enter the PIN using the keypad.

•

If your printer does not have a numeric keypad, use the arrow buttons to increase or decrease the value

for each digit (the default value is 0000) in the PIN, and then press

each time you select a digit.

Press the up or down arrow buttons to select the file name of the document that you want to print or the

folder where the document is saved in the memory device.

Press

, and then press

to start printing the document.

Printing specialty documents

For more options on printing specialty documents, see the Help associated with the programs installed with the

printer software.

Choosing compatible specialty paper types

•

Heavyweight matte paper

—A photo paper with a matte finish used for printing high-quality graphics.

•

Standard Glossy/Photo paper

—Photo paper with a special coating. It is used specifically for printing photos

with crisp, sharp images.

•

Lexmark Photo Paper

—An outstanding "everyday" heavyweight inkjet photo paper designed for use with

Lexmark printers, but compatible with all brands of inkjet printers. Although inexpensive, it offers excellent image

quality and outstanding value.

•

Lexmark PerfectFinish

Photo Paper

—A high-quality photo paper specifically designed for Lexmark inkjet

printers, but compatible with all inkjet printers. It is used specifically for printing professional quality photos with

a glossy finish. It is best when used with genuine Lexmark evercolor

2 ink, providing photos that are fade- and

water-resistant.

•

Transparency

—A clear, plastic media primarily used for overhead projectors.

•

Card stock

—A very thick paper used for printing sturdier items, such as greeting cards.

•

Iron-On transfer

—A type of media that has a reverse image printed on it that can be ironed onto fabric.

•

Labels

—A self-adhesive, inkjet-compatible paper that comes in different types, formats, and sizes.

Printing