Page 3 - Erasing non
Printing a document ......................................................................................................................................... 78Adjusting toner darkness ......................................................................................................................
Page 6 - Safety information
Safety information Connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible. Do not place or use this product near water or wet locations. CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: This product uses a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of proce...
Page 8 - Learning about the printer; Finding information about the printer
Learning about the printer Finding information about the printer What are you looking for? Find it here Initial setup instructions: • Connecting the printer • Installing the printer software Setup documentation—The setup documentation camewith the printer and is also available at http://support.lexm...
Page 9 - Selecting a location for the printer
What are you looking for? Find it here The latest supplemental information, updates, and customersupport: • Documentation • Driver downloads • Live chat support • E ‑ mail support • Voice support Lexmark support Web site— http://support.lexmark.com Note: Select your country or region, and then selec...
Page 10 - Printer configurations; Basic model
1 Right side 305 mm (12 in.) 2 Front 508 mm (20 in.) 3 Left side 305 mm (12 in.) 4 Rear 305 mm (12 in.) 5 Top 115 mm (4.5 in.) Printer configurations Basic model 1 Standard bin 2 Printer control panel 3 Multipurpose feeder 4 Standard 250 ‑ or 550 ‑ sheet tray (Tray 1) Learning about the printer 10
Page 11 - Fully configured model
Fully configured model CAUTION—TIPPING HAZARD: Floor-mounted configurations require additional furniture for stability. You must use either a printer stand or printer base if you are using multiple input options. If you purchased a printer witha similar configuration, then you may need additional fu...
Page 12 - Using the printer control panel
The staple, hole punch finisher must not be combined with any other output option. In a configuration with two or more optional finishers: • The staple finisher must always be on top. • The high ‑ capacity output expander must always be at the bottom. • The output expander is the only option that ca...
Page 14 - Additional printer setup; Installing internal options; Available internal options; Accessing the controller board
Additional printer setup Installing internal options CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cordfrom the electrical outlet before continui...
Page 18 - Installing a memory card
7 Reattach the access cover. 2 1 Installing a memory card CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cordfrom the electrical outlet before con...
Page 19 - Installing an Internal Solutions Port
4 Push the memory card straight into the connector, and then push the card toward the controller board wall untilit clicks into place. 5 Reattach the controller board shield, and then the controller board access cover. Installing an Internal Solutions Port The controller board supports one optional ...
Page 24 - Installing an optional card
Installing an optional card CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cordfrom the electrical outlet before continuing. If you have other dev...
Page 25 - Installing a printer hard disk
Note: The entire length of the connector on the card must touch and be flushed against the controller board. 5 Close the controller board access door. Note: When the printer software and any hardware options are installed, it may be necessary to manually add the options in the printer driver to make...
Page 29 - Removing a printer hard disk
Removing a printer hard disk Note: This task requires a flat ‑ head screwdriver. CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cordfrom the elect...
Page 31 - Installing hardware options; Order of installation
4 Remove the printer hard disk. 5 Set aside the printer hard disk. Installing hardware options Order of installation CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more trained personnel to lift it safely. CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the...
Page 32 - Installing optional trays
Installing optional trays CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more trained personnel to lift it safely. CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting ...
Page 35 - Attaching cables
Note: When the printer software and any optional trays are installed, you may need to manually add the options in the printer driver to make them available for print jobs. For more information, see “Updating available options in the printer driver” on page 38 . To uninstall the optional trays, slide...
Page 37 - Setting up the printer software; Installing the printer software
Setting up the printer software Installing the printer software Notes: • If you installed the printer software on the computer before but need to reinstall the software, then uninstallthe current software first. • Close all open software programs before installing the printer software. 1 Obtain a co...
Page 38 - In Windows 8; In Windows 7 or earlier; Updating available options in the printer driver; For Windows users
In Windows 8 From the Search charm, type run , and then navigate to: Apps list > Run > type D:\setup.exe > OK . In Windows 7 or earlier a Click , or click Start and then click Run . b In the Start Search or Run dialog, type D:\setup.exe . c Press Enter , or click OK . Note: D is the letter ...
Page 39 - For Macintosh users; Networking; Preparing to set up the printer on an Ethernet network
5 Do either of the following: • Click Update Now ‑ Ask Printer . • Under Configuration Options, manually add any installed hardware options. 6 Click Apply . For Macintosh users 1 From the Apple menu, navigate to either of the following: • System Preferences > Print & Scan > select your pri...
Page 40 - Installing the printer on an Ethernet network
Installing the printer on an Ethernet network For Windows users 1 Obtain a copy of the software installer package. • From the Software and Documentation CD that came with your printer. • From our Web site:Go to www.lexmark.com , and then navigate to: SUPPORT & DOWNLOADS > select your printer ...
Page 41 - Preparing to set up the printer on a wireless network
3 Install the printer driver on the computer. a Insert the Software and Documentation CD, and then double ‑ click the installer package for the printer. b Follow the instructions on the computer screen. c Select a destination, and then click Continue . d From the Easy Install screen, click Install ....
Page 42 - Connecting the printer using the Wireless Setup Wizard
• Security Method —There are four basic options for Security Method: – WEP keyIf your network uses more than one WEP key, then enter up to four in the provided spaces. Select the keycurrently in use on the network by selecting the default WEP transmit key. – WPA or WPA2 preshared key or passphraseWP...
Page 43 - Using the Push Button Configuration (PBC) method
Use To Search for networks Show available wireless connections. Note: This menu item shows all broadcast secured or unsecured SSIDs. Enter a network name Manually type the SSID. Note: Make sure to type the correct SSID. Wi ‑ Fi Protected Setup Connect the printer to a wireless network using Wi ‑ Fi ...
Page 46 - Setting up serial printing
Notes: – Make sure AppleTalk is activated on your printer. – This feature is supported only in Mac OS X version 10.5. a From the Apple menu, navigate to: System Preferences > Print & Fax b Click + , and then navigate to: AppleTalk > select the printer > Add Setting up serial printing Us...
Page 47 - Verifying printer setup; Printing a menu settings page
d Follow the instructions on the computer screen. e Select Advanced , and then click Continue . f From the Configure Printer Connection dialog, select a port. g If the port is not in the list, then click Refresh , or navigate to: Add port > select a port type > enter the necessary information ...
Page 48 - Printing a network setup page
Printing a network setup page If the printer is attached to a network, then print a network setup page to verify the network connection. This pagealso provides important information that aids network printing configuration. 1 From the printer control panel, navigate to: > Settings > > Repor...
Page 49 - Loading paper and specialty media; Setting the paper size and type
Loading paper and specialty media The selection and handling of paper and specialty media can affect how reliably documents print. For more information,see “Avoiding jams” on page 163 and “Storing paper” on page 73 . Setting the paper size and type 1 From the printer control panel, navigate to: >...
Page 56 - sheet tray; Loading A5
Loading the 2100 ‑ sheet tray CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of equipment instability, load each tray separately. Keep all other trays closed until needed. 1 Pull out the tray. 2 Adjust the width and length guides. Loading A5 ‑ size paper a Pull up and slide the width guide to the posi...
Page 62 - Loading the multipurpose feeder
LGL OFC FOL IOLTR A4 A5 6 From the printer control panel, set the size and type in the Paper menu to match the paper loaded in the tray. Note: Set the correct paper size and type to avoid paper jams and print quality problems. Loading the multipurpose feeder 1 Pull down the multipurpose feeder door....
Page 66 - Linking and unlinking trays
• Make sure the paper or specialty media is below the maximum paper fill indicator. Warning—Potential Damage: Overfilling the feeder can cause paper jams. 6 For custom- or Universal-size paper, adjust the width guides to lightly touch the sides of the stack. 7 From the printer control panel, set the...
Page 67 - Creating a custom name for a paper type; Assigning a custom paper type name; Using the Embedded Web Server
Note: You can also change the paper size and type settings using the printer control panel. For more information, see “Setting the paper size and type” on page 49 . Warning—Potential Damage: Paper loaded in the tray should match the paper type name assigned in the printer. The temperature of the fus...
Page 68 - Assigning a custom paper type
3 Type a name for the paper type, and then click Submit . 4 Select a custom type, and then verify that the correct paper type is associated with the custom name. Note: Plain Paper is the factory default paper type for all user ‑ defined custom names. Using the printer control panel 1 From the printe...
Page 69 - Paper and specialty media guide; Using specialty media; Tips on using card stock
Paper and specialty media guide Notes: • Make sure the paper size, type, and weight are set correctly on the computer or printer control panel. • Flex, fan, and straighten the stack of specialty media before loading them. • The printer may print at a reduced speed to prevent damage to the fuser. • F...
Page 70 - Tips on using transparencies; Paper guidelines; Paper characteristics; Weight
Tips on using transparencies • From the printer control panel, set the paper size, type, texture, and weight in the Paper menu to match thetransparencies loaded in the tray. • Print a test page on the transparencies being considered for use before buying large quantities. • Use transparencies design...
Page 71 - Selecting paper
Grain direction Grain refers to the alignment of the paper fibers in a sheet of paper. Grain is either grain long , running the length of the paper, or grain short , running the width of the paper. For 60–176 g/m 2 (16–47 ‑ lb) paper, grain long paper is recommended. Fiber content Most high ‑ qualit...
Page 72 - Unacceptable paper examples
• Thickness (impacts how much can be loaded into a tray) • Surface roughness (measured in Sheffield units, impacts print clarity and how well toner fuses to the paper) • Surface friction (determines how easily sheets can be separated) • Grain and formation (impacts curling, which also influences the...
Page 73 - Storing paper; Supported paper sizes, types, and weights; Paper types and weights supported by the printer
For more information about Lexmark, visit www.lexmark.com . General sustainability-related information can be found at the Environmental Sustainability link. Storing paper Use these paper storage guidelines to help avoid jams and uneven print quality: • For best results, store paper where the temper...
Page 74 - Paper sizes supported by the printer
Paper sizes supported by the printer Paper size 1 Dimensions Standard oroptional 250 ‑ or 550 ‑ sheet trays Optional2100 ‑ sheet tray Multipurposefeeder Duplex A4 210 x 297 mm(8.3 x 11.7 in.) A5 148 x 210 mm(5.8 x 8.3 in.) A6 105 x 148 mm(4.1 x 5.8 in.) X JIS B5 182 x 257 mm(7.2 x 10.1 in.) X Letter...
Page 75 - Paper sizes, types, and weights supported by the output options; Supported paper sizes; Supported paper types and weights
Paper sizes, types, and weights supported by the output options Supported paper sizes Paper size 4 ‑ bin mailbox Output expander and high ‑ capacity output expander Staple finisher Staple, hole punch finisher A6 X X A5 3 3 JIS B5 1 1 Executive 1 1 Letter A4 Legal 2 Folio Oficio Statement 1 1 Univers...
Page 78 - Printing; Printing a document; Adjusting toner darkness
Printing Printing a document Printing a document 1 From the Paper menu on the printer control panel, set the paper type and size to match the paper loaded. 2 Send the print job: For Windows users a With a document open, click File > Print . b Click Properties , Preferences , Options , or Setup . ...
Page 79 - Printing from a flash drive or a mobile device; Printing from a flash drive
Using the printer control panel 1 From the printer control panel, navigate to: > Settings > > Print Settings > > Quality Menu > > Toner Darkness 2 Adjust the toner darkness, and then press . Printing from a flash drive or a mobile device Printing from a flash drive Notes: • Befo...
Page 80 - Supported flash drives and file types
2 From the printer control panel, select the document you want to print. 3 Press the left or right arrow button to specify the number of copies for printing, and then press . Notes: • Do not remove the flash drive from the USB port until the document has finished printing. • If you leave the flash d...
Page 81 - Printing from a mobile device; Printing confidential and other held jobs; Storing print jobs in the printer
Printing from a mobile device To download a compatible mobile printing application, visit www.lexmark.com/mobile . Note: Mobile printing applications may also be available from your mobile device manufacturer. Printing confidential and other held jobs Storing print jobs in the printer 1 From the pri...
Page 83 - Printing information pages; Printing a font sample list; Canceling a print job; Canceling a print job from the printer control panel
Printing information pages For more information on printing information pages, see “Printing a menu settings page” on page 47 and “Printing a network setup page” on page 48 . Printing a font sample list 1 From the printer control panel, navigate to: > Settings > > Reports > > Print Fo...
Page 85 - Understanding printer menus; Menus list
Understanding printer menus Menus list Paper Menu Reports Network/Ports Default SourcePaper Size/Type Configure MP Substitute Size Paper Texture Paper Weight Paper Loading Custom Types Universal SetupBin Setup Menu Settings PageDevice Statistics Stapler Test Network Setup Page 1 Profiles List Print ...
Page 86 - Paper menu; Default Source menu
Paper menu Default Source menu Use To Default Source Tray [x]MP FeederManual Paper Set a default paper source for all print jobs. Notes: • Tray 1 (standard tray) is the factory default setting. • From the Paper menu, set Configure MP to “Cassette” for MP Feeder toappear as a menu setting. • If two t...
Page 88 - Configure MP menu
Use To Manual Paper Size A4A5A6JIS B5LetterLegalExecutiveOficio (Mexico)FolioStatementUniversal Specify the size of the paper being manually loaded. Note: Letter is the US factory default setting. A4 is the international factory default setting. Manual Paper Type Plain PaperCard StockTransparencyRec...
Page 89 - Substitute Size menu; Paper Texture menu
Substitute Size menu Use To Substitute Size OffStatement/A5Letter/A4All Listed Substitute a specified paper size if the requested paper size is not available. Notes: • All Listed is the factory default setting. All available substitutions areallowed. • Off indicates that no size substitutions are al...
Page 90 - Paper Weight menu
Use To Letterhead Texture SmoothNormalRough Specify the relative texture of the letterhead loaded in a specific tray. Note: Normal is the factory default setting. Preprinted Texture SmoothNormalRough Specify the relative texture of the preprinted paper loaded in a specific tray. Note: Normal is the ...
Page 92 - Paper Loading menu
Paper Loading menu Use To Card Stock Loading DuplexOff Determine and set two-sided printing for all print jobs with Card Stockas the paper type. Recycled Loading DuplexOff Determine and set two-sided printing for all print jobs with Recycledas the paper type. Labels Loading DuplexOff Determine and s...
Page 93 - Custom Types menu; Universal Setup menu
Use To Custom [x] Loading DuplexOff Determine and set two-sided printing for all print jobs with Custom [x]as the paper type. Note: Custom [x] Loading is available only when the custom type is supported. Notes: • Off is the factory default setting for all Paper Loading menu selections. • Duplex sets...
Page 94 - Bin Setup menu
Use To Portrait Width 3–8.5 inches76–216 mm Set the portrait width. Notes: • If the width exceeds the maximum, then the printer uses themaximum width allowed. • 8.5 inches is the US factory default setting. You can increase thewidth in 0.01 ‑ inch increments. • 216 mm is the international factory de...
Page 96 - Reports menu
Reports menu Reports menu Use To Menu Settings Page Print a report containing information about the paper loaded in trays, installedmemory, total page count, alarms, timeouts, printer control panel language,TCP/IP address, status of supplies, status of the network connection, and otherinformation. D...
Page 97 - Active NIC menu
Network/Ports menu Active NIC menu Use To Active NIC Auto[list of available network cards] Allow the printer to connect to a network. Notes: • Auto is the factory default setting. • This menu item appears only if an optional network adapter is installed. Standard Network or Network [x] menu Note: On...
Page 99 - Network Card menu
Network Card menu To access the menu, navigate to either of the following: • Network/Ports > Standard Network > Standard Network Setup > Network Card • Network/Ports > Network [x] > Network [x] Setup > Network Card Use To View Card Status ConnectedDisconnected View the connection s...
Page 100 - IPv6 menu
Use To Enable RARP OnOff Specify the RARP address assignment setting. Note: Off is the factory default setting. Enable BOOTP OnOff Specify the BOOTP address assignment setting. Note: On is the factory default setting. Enable AutoIP YesNo Specify the Zero Configuration Networking setting. Note: Yes i...
Page 101 - Wireless menu
Use To Enable IPv6 OnOff Enable IPv6 in the printer. Note: On is the factory default setting. Auto Configuration OnOff Specify whether or not the wireless network adapter accepts theautomatic IPv6 address configuration entries provided by a router. Note: On is the factory default setting. View Hostn...
Page 102 - AppleTalk menu; Standard USB menu
Use To Choose Network Select an available network for the printer to use. View Signal Quality View the quality of the wireless connection. View Security Mode View the encryption method for the wireless network. AppleTalk menu Note: This menu appears only in printer models that are connected to an Et...
Page 108 - SMTP Setup menu
Use To Robust XON OnOff Determine whether the printer communicates availability to the computer. Notes: • Off is the factory default setting. • This menu item applies only to the serial port if Serial Protocol is set toXON/XOFF. Baud 1200240048009600192003840057600115200138200172800230400345600 Spec...
Page 109 - Security menu; Confidential Print menu
Use To SMTP Timeout 5–30 Specify the amount of time in seconds before the server stops trying tosend an e ‑ mail. Note: 30 seconds is the factory default setting. Reply Address Specify a reply address of up to 128 characters in the e-mail sent by theprinter. Use SSL DisabledNegotiateRequired Set the...
Page 110 - Erase Temporary Data Files menu
Use To Confidential Job Expiration Off1 hour4 hours24 hours1 week Limit the amount of time a confidential print job stays in the printer before it is deleted. Notes: • If the “Confidential Job Expiration” setting is changed while confidential print jobsreside in the printer RAM or printer hard disk,...
Page 111 - Security Audit Log menu
Use To Automatic Method Single passMultiple pass Mark all disk space used by a previous print job. This method does not permit the filesystem to reuse this space until it has been cleared. Notes: • “Single pass” is the factory default setting. • Only automatic wiping enables users to erase temporary...
Page 112 - Settings menu; General Settings; General Settings menu
Use To Time Zone [list of time zones] Select the time zone. Note: GMT is the factory default setting. Automatically observe DST OnOff Set the printer to use the applicable daylight saving time (DST) start and end timesassociated with the printer Time Zone setting. Note: On is the factory default set...
Page 117 - Flash Drive; Print Settings menu
Use To Press and Hold Sleep Button Do nothingSleepHibernate Determine how the printer, while in idle state, reacts to a long pressof the Sleep button. Note: “Do nothing” is the factory default setting. Factory Defaults Do Not RestoreRestore Now Restore the printer settings to its factory defaults. N...
Page 120 - Print Settings; Setup menu
Print Settings Setup menu Use To Printer Language PCL EmulationPS Emulation Set the default printer language. Notes: • PCL Emulation is the factory default setting. • PostScript emulation uses a PostScript interpreter forprocessing print jobs. • PCL Emulation uses a PCL interpreter for processing pr...
Page 121 - Finishing menu
Use To Download Target RAMFlashDisk Set the storage location for downloads. Notes: • RAM is the factory default setting. Storing downloads in theRAM is temporary. • Storing downloads in a flash memory or in a printer hard diskplaces them in permanent storage. Downloads remain in theflash memory or o...
Page 124 - Quality menu; Job Accounting menu
Quality menu Use To Print Resolution 300 dpi600 dpi1200 dpi1200 Image Q2400 Image Q Specify the printed output resolution in dots per inch. Note: 600 dpi is the factory default setting. Pixel Boost OffFontsHorizontallyVerticallyBoth directionsIsolated Enable more pixels to print in clusters for clar...
Page 126 - Utilities menu
Use To Log File Prefix Specify the prefix you want for the log file name. Note: The current host name defined in the TCP/IP menu is used as the default log file prefix. Utilities menu Use To Remove Held Jobs ConfidentialHeldNot RestoredAll Delete confidential and held jobs from the printer hard disk...
Page 128 - PCL Emul menu
PCL Emul menu Use To Font Source ResidentDiskDownloadFlashAll Specify the set of fonts used by the Font Name menu. Notes: • “Resident” is the factory default setting. Resident shows the factorydefault set of fonts downloaded in the RAM. • “Flash” and “Disk” settings show all fonts resident in that o...
Page 130 - HTML menu
Use To Tray Renumber View Factory Defaults MPF Default = 8T1 Default = 1T1 Default = 4T1 Default = 5T1 Default = 20T1 Default = 21Env Default = 6MPaper Default = 2MEnv Default = 3 Display the factory default setting assigned to each tray or feeder. Tray Renumber Restore Defaults YesNo Restore all tr...
Page 131 - Image menu
Use To Font Size 1–255 pt Set the default font size for HTML documents. Notes: • 12 pt is the factory default setting. • Font size can be increased in 1 ‑ point increments. Scale 1–400% Scale the default font for HTML documents. Notes: • 100% is the factory default setting. • Scaling can be increase...
Page 132 - Help menu
Use To Orientation PortraitLandscapeReverse PortraitReverse Landscape Set the image orientation. Note: Portrait is the factory default setting. Help menu The Help menu consists of a series of Help pages that are stored in the printer as PDFs. They contain information aboutusing the printer and perfo...
Page 133 - Saving money and the environment; Saving paper and toner; Using recycled paper; Conserving supplies; Use both sides of the paper; Place multiple pages on one sheet of paper
Saving money and the environment Lexmark is committed to environmental sustainability and is continually improving its printers to reduce their impacton the environment. We design with the environment in mind, engineer our packaging to reduce materials, and providecollection and recycling programs. ...
Page 134 - Avoid paper jams; Saving energy; Using Eco; Reducing printer noise
Avoid paper jams Correctly set the paper type and size to avoid paper jams. For more information, see “Avoiding jams” on page 163 . Saving energy Using Eco ‑ Mode 1 Open a Web browser, and then type the printer IP address in the address field. Notes: • View the printer IP address in the TCP/IP secti...
Page 135 - Adjusting Sleep mode
Use To On Reduce printer noise. Notes: • Print jobs process at a reduced speed. • Printer engine motors do not start until a documentis ready to print. There is a short delay before thefirst page is printed. • The alarm control and cartridge alarm sounds areturned off. • The printer ignores the Adva...
Page 136 - Using Hibernate mode; Adjusting the brightness of the printer display
Using Hibernate mode Hibernate is an ultra ‑ low ‑ power operating mode. When operating in Hibernate mode, all other systems and devices are powered down safely. Notes: • Make sure to wake the printer from Hibernate mode before sending a print job. A hard reset or a long press ofthe Sleep button wak...
Page 137 - Recycling; Recycling Lexmark products
Notes: • View the printer IP address in the TCP/IP section in the Network/Ports menu. The IP address appears as foursets of numbers separated by periods, such as 123.123.123.123. • If you are using a proxy server, then temporarily disable it to load the Web page correctly. 2 Click Settings > Gene...
Page 139 - Securing the printer; Using the security lock feature
Securing the printer Using the security lock feature The printer is equipped with a security lock feature. When a lock compatible with most laptop computers is attached,the printer is locked. When locked, the controller board shield and the controller board cannot be removed. Attach asecurity lock t...
Page 140 - Disposing of a printer hard disk; Erasing volatile memory
• The printer is being serviced by someone from outside your organization. • The printer is being removed from your premises for service. • The printer is being sold to another organization. Disposing of a printer hard disk Note: Some printer models may not have a printer hard disk installed. In hig...
Page 141 - Erasing printer hard disk memory; Configuring printer hard disk encryption
Erasing printer hard disk memory Notes: • Some printer models may not have a printer hard disk installed. • Configuring Erase Temporary Data Files in the printer menus lets you remove residual confidential material leftby print jobs by securely overwriting files that have been marked for deletion. U...
Page 142 - Finding printer security information
• If you are using a proxy server, then temporarily disable it to load the Web page correctly. 2 Click Settings > Security > Disk Encryption . Note: Disk Encryption appears in the Security menu only when a formatted, non ‑ defective printer hard disk is installed. 3 From the Disk Encryption me...
Page 143 - Maintaining the printer; Cleaning the printer; Emptying the hole punch box
Maintaining the printer Periodically, certain tasks are required to maintain optimum performance of your printer. Warning—Potential Damage: Failure to maintain optimum printer performance, or to replace parts and supplies, may cause damage to your printer. Cleaning the printer Cleaning the printer N...
Page 144 - Checking the status of parts and supplies
2 Empty the container. 3 Insert the emptied hole punch box back into the finisher until it clicks into place. Checking the status of parts and supplies A message appears on the printer display when a replacement supply item is needed or when maintenance is required. Checking the status of parts and ...
Page 145 - Configuring supply notifications from the Embedded Web Server
Checking the status of parts and supplies from the Embedded Web Server Note: Make sure the computer and printer are connected to the same network. 1 Open a Web browser, and then type the printer IP address in the address field. Notes: • View the printer IP address in the TCP/IP section in the Networ...
Page 146 - Ordering supplies; Using genuine Lexmark parts and supplies
Notification Description Non Continuable Stop 1,2 The printer stops when the supply condition is reached. The supply must be replaced tocontinue printing. 1 The printer generates an e-mail about the status of the supply when supply notification is enabled. 2 The printer stops when some supplies beco...
Page 147 - Ordering an imaging unit
Item Return Program cartridge For the United States and Canada High Yield Toner Cartridge 521HL Extra High Yield Toner Cartridge 521XL* For the European Union, European Economic Area , and Switzerland High Yield Toner Cartridge 522HL Extra High Yield Toner Cartridge 522XL* For the Asia Pacific Regio...
Page 148 - Ordering a fuser wiper; Ordering a maintenance kit; Lexmark Return Program fuser maintenance kit type; Lexmark regular fuser maintenance kit type; Lexmark roller kit
Ordering a fuser wiper Part name Part number Oil wiper in bag 40x8579 Wax wiper in bag 40X8581 Ordering a maintenance kit To identify the supported fuser type, view the label on the fuser. Do either of the following: • Remove the toner cartridge and the imaging unit. The two-digit fuser type code (s...
Page 149 - Replacing the toner cartridge
Storing supplies Choose a cool, clean storage area for the printer supplies. Store supplies right side up in their original packing until youare ready to use them. Do not expose supplies to: • Direct sunlight • Temperatures above 35°C (95°F) • High humidity above 80% • Salty air • Corrosive gases • ...
Page 151 - Replacing the imaging unit
5 Close the multipurpose feeder door and the front cover. 2 1 Replacing the imaging unit 1 Lift the front cover, and then pull down the multipurpose feeder door. 2 1 Maintaining the printer 151
Page 154 - Replacing a staple cartridge
8 Close the multipurpose feeder door and the front cover. 2 1 Replacing a staple cartridge 1 Open the stapler door. 2 Pull down the latch of the staple cartridge holder, and then pull the holder out of the finisher. Maintaining the printer 154
Page 155 - Replacing the fuser wiper cover assembly
3 Squeeze both sides of the empty staple case with your fingers, and then remove the staple case from the cartridge. 1 1 2 4 Insert the front side of the new staple case into the staple cartridge, and then push the rear side into the cartridge. 1 2 5 Push the staple cartridge into the finisher until...
Page 156 - Replacing the fuser wiper
1 2 3 Install the new cover assembly into the printer. 4 Turn on the printer. Replacing the fuser wiper 1 Turn off the printer. 2 Squeeze the fuser wiper cover tab, and then lift to remove the cover assembly. CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The inside of the printer might be hot. To reduce the risk of injury f...
Page 158 - Moving the printer; Before moving the printer
6 Install the cover assembly into the printer. 7 Turn on the printer. Moving the printer CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more trained personnel to lift it safely. Before moving the printer CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Before moving the prin...
Page 160 - Moving the printer to another location; Shipping the printer
Warning—Potential Damage: Damage to the printer caused by improper moving is not covered by the printer warranty. Moving the printer to another location The printer and its hardware options can be safely moved to another location by following these precautions: • Any cart used to move the printer mu...
Page 161 - Managing the printer; Finding advanced networking and administrator information; Accessing the remote control panel; Modifying confidential print settings
Managing the printer Finding advanced networking and administrator information This chapter covers basic administrative support tasks using the Embedded Web Server. For more advanced systemsupport tasks, see the Networking Guide on the Software and Documentation CD or the Embedded Web Server — Secur...
Page 163 - Clearing jams; Avoiding jams; Load paper properly
Clearing jams Carefully select paper and specialty media, and then load them properly to avoid most jams. For more information, see “Avoiding jams” on page 163 . If jams occur, then follow the steps outlined in this chapter. Note: Jam Recovery is set to Auto by default. The printer reprints jammed p...
Page 164 - Allow the paper to enter the optional mailbox bins properly
• Do not slide the paper into the tray. Load paper as shown in the illustration. • Make sure the guides in the tray or the multipurpose feeder are properly positioned and are not pressing tightlyagainst the paper. • Push the tray firmly into the printer after loading paper. • If you are loading prep...
Page 165 - Use recommended paper; Understanding jam messages and locations
• If paper needs to be returned to the mailbox bin, then insert the paper under the bin arm, and then push the paperall the way back. 1 2 Note: If the paper is not under the bin arm, then a jam occurs due to an overfilled bin. Use recommended paper • Use only recommended paper or specialty media. • ...
Page 184 - Troubleshooting; Understanding the printer messages
Troubleshooting Understanding the printer messages Cartridge, imaging unit mismatch [41.xy] 1 Check if both the toner cartridge and imaging unit are MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) or non-MICR supplies. Note: For a list of supported supplies, see the “Ordering supplies” section of the User...
Page 187 - Disk must be formatted for use in this device; Disk near full. Securely clearing disk space.
Disk full [62] Try one or more of the following: • From the printer control panel, press to clear the message and continue printing. • Delete fonts, macros, and other data stored in the printer hard disk. • Install a printer hard disk with larger capacity. Disk must be formatted for use in this devi...
Page 188 - Insert hole punch box
Imaging unit very low, [x] estimated pages remain [84.xy] You may need to replace the imaging unit very soon. For more information, see the “Replacing supplies” section of the User’s Guide . If necessary, press on the printer control panel to clear the message and continue printing. Incompatible out...
Page 189 - Insufficient memory for Flash Memory Defragment operation [37]
Insert Tray [x] Insert the indicated tray into the printer. Install bin [x] Try one or more of the following: • Install the specified bin: 1 Turn off the printer. 2 Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. 3 Install the specified bin. 4 Connect the power cord to a properly grounded electric...
Page 193 - Non
Maintenance kit very low, [x] estimated pages remain [80.xy] You may need to replace the maintenance kit very soon. For more information, visit the Lexmark support Web site at http://support.lexmark.com or contact customer support, and then report the message. If necessary, press on the printer cont...
Page 196 - Remove paper from all bins
Reinstall missing or unresponsive fuser [31.xy] Try one or more of the following: • Remove the unresponsive fuser, and then reinstall it. Note: If the message appears after reinstalling the supply, then the fuser is defective. Replace the fuser. • Install the missing fuser. For more information on i...
Page 197 - Remove paper from standard output bin; List of printer and toner cartridge regions
Remove paper from standard output bin Remove the paper stack from the standard bin. Replace cartridge, 0 estimated pages remain [88.xy] Replace the toner cartridge to clear the message and continue printing. For more information, see the instruction sheetthat came with the supply or see the “Replaci...
Page 198 - Replace wiper
Replace roller kit [81.xx] 1 Replace the roller kit. For more information, see the instruction sheet that came with the part. 2 Press to clear the message and continue printing. Replace unsupported cartridge [32.xy] Remove the toner cartridge, and then install a supported one to clear the message an...
Page 199 - Some held jobs were not restored; Supply needed to complete job
• Make sure the Serial Buffer menu is set to Enabled. Some held jobs were not restored From the printer control panel, select Continue to clear the message and continue printing. Note: Held jobs that are not restored remain in the printer hard disk and are inaccessible. Standard network software err...
Page 200 - Unsupported disk
Too many disks installed [58] 1 Turn off the printer. 2 Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. 3 Remove the extra printer hard disks. 4 Connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet. 5 Turn the printer back on. Too many flash options installed [58] 1 Turn off the printer...
Page 201 - Solving printer problems; Basic printer problems; The printer is not responding
Unsupported option in slot [x] [55] 1 Turn off the printer. 2 Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. 3 Remove the unsupported option card from the printer controller board, and then replace it with a supported card. 4 Connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet. 5 Turn...
Page 203 - Printer display is blank
Action Yes No Step 11 Check the installed printer driver. Is the correct printer driver installed? Go to step 12. Install the correctprinter driver. Step 12 Turn off the printer, then wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn theprinter back on. Is the printer working? The problem is solved. Contact ...
Page 204 - Hardware and internal option problems
Hardware and internal option problems 2100-sheet tray problems Action Yes No Step 1 a Pull out the tray, and then do one or more of the following: • Make sure paper lies flat in the tray. • Check for paper jams or misfeeds. • Check if the paper size indicators on the paper guides are alignedwith the...
Page 205 - Cannot detect internal option; Internal print server does not operate correctly
Cannot detect internal option Action Yes No Step 1 Turn off the printer, then wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn on theprinter. Does the internal option operate correctly? The problem is solved. Go to step 2. Step 2 Check if the internal option is properly installed in the controller board. a ...
Page 206 - Tray problems
Action Yes No Step 2 Check the cable and the internal print server connection. Use the correct cable, and then check if it is securely connected to theinternal print server. Does the internal print server operate correctly? The problem is solved. Contact customer support . Tray problems Action Yes N...
Page 207 - Internal Solutions Port does not operate correctly; USB/parallel interface card does not operate correctly
Internal Solutions Port does not operate correctly Action Yes No Step 1 Make sure the Internal Solutions Port (ISP) is installed. a Install the ISP. For more information, see “Installing an Internal Solutions Port” on page 19 . b Print a menu settings page, and then check if the ISP is listed in the...
Page 208 - Paper feed problems; Jammed pages are not reprinted; Paper frequently jams
Paper feed problems Jammed pages are not reprinted Action Yes No a Turn on jam recovery. 1 From the printer control panel, navigate to: Settings > General Settings > Print Recovery > Jam Recovery 2 Select On or Auto , and then press . b Resend the pages that did not print. Were the jammed p...
Page 209 - Paper jam message remains after jam is cleared; Solving print problems; Printing problems; Confidential and other held jobs do not print
Paper jam message remains after jam is cleared Action Yes No a From the printer control panel, navigate to: Next > > Clear the jam, press OK > b Follow the instructions on the printer display. Does the paper jam message remain? Contact customer support . The problem is solved. Solving print...
Page 210 - Error message about reading the flash drive appears; Incorrect characters print
Error message about reading the flash drive appears Action Yes No Step 1 Check if the flash drive is inserted into the front USB port. Note: The flash drive will not work if it is inserted into the rear USB port. Is the flash drive inserted into the front USB port? Go to step 2. Insert the flash dri...
Page 211 - Job prints from the wrong tray or on the wrong paper; Large jobs do not collate
Job prints from the wrong tray or on the wrong paper Action Yes No Step 1 a Check if you are printing on paper that is supported by the tray. b Resend the print job. Did the job print from the correct tray or on the correct paper? The problem is solved. Go to step 2. Step 2 a From the Paper menu on ...
Page 212 - Multiple; Print job takes longer than expected
Action Yes No Step 3 Reduce the complexity of the print job by eliminating the number and sizeof fonts, the number and complexity of images, and the number of pagesin the job. Did the job print and collate correctly? The problem is solved. Contact customer support . Multiple ‑ language PDF files do ...
Page 213 - Print jobs do not print
Action Yes No Step 4 a Disable the Page Protect feature. From the printer control panel, navigate to: Settings > General Settings > Print Recovery > Page Protect > Off b Resend the print job. Did the job print? The problem is solved. Go to step 5. Step 5 Install additional printer memory...
Page 214 - Printing slows down; Tray linking does not work
Action Yes No Step 5 a Turn off the printer, then wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn theprinter back on. b Resend the print job. Do the jobs print? The problem is solved. Go to step 6. Step 6 a Remove, and then reinstall the printer software. For moreinformation, see “Installing the printer so...
Page 215 - Unexpected page breaks occur
Action Yes No Step 1 a Open the trays, and then check if they contain paper of the same sizeand type. • Check if the paper guides are in the correct positions for the sizeof the paper loaded in each tray. • Check if the paper size indicators on the paper guides are alignedwith the paper size indicat...
Page 216 - Print quality problems; Characters have jagged or uneven edges; Clipped pages or images
Print quality problems Characters have jagged or uneven edges Action Yes No Step 1 a Print a font sample list to check if the fonts you are using are supportedby the printer. 1 From the printer control panel, navigate to: Menus > Reports > Print Fonts 2 Select PCL Fonts or PostScript Fonts . b...
Page 217 - Compressed images appear on prints
Action Yes No Step 2 From the printer control panel, set the paper size and type in the Papermenu to match the paper loaded in the tray. Do the paper size and type match the paper loaded in the tray? Go to step 3. Do one or more of thefollowing: • Specify the papersize from the traysettings to match...
Page 218 - Gray background on prints; ABCDE
Action Yes No Step 2 a Replace the fuser. For more information on installing the fuser, see the instruction sheetthat came with the part. b Resend the print job. Do compressed images still appear? The problem is solved. Contact customer support . Gray background on prints ABCDE ABCDE ABCDE Leading e...
Page 219 - Horizontal voids appear on prints
Horizontal voids appear on prints Leading edge Trailing edge Action Yes No Step 1 a Make sure your software program is using a correct fill pattern. b Resend the print job. Do horizontal voids appear on prints? Go to step 2. The problem is solved. Step 2 a Load the specified tray or feeder with a re...
Page 220 - Incorrect margins on prints
Incorrect margins on prints ABCDEF ABCDEF Action Yes No Step 1 a Move the width and length guides in the tray to the correct positionsfor the paper size loaded. b Resend the print job. Are the margins correct? The problem is solved. Go to step 2. Step 2 From the printer control panel, set the paper ...
Page 221 - Paper curl; Print irregularities
Paper curl Action Yes No Step 1 Move the width and length guides in the tray to the correct positions forthe size of the paper loaded. Are the width and length guides positioned correctly? Go to step 2. Adjust the width andlength guides. Step 2 From the printer control panel, set the paper type and ...
Page 223 - Print is too dark
Print is too dark ABCDEF ABCDEF Action Yes No Step 1 a From the Quality menu on the printer control panel, reduce the tonerdarkness. Note: 8 is the factory default setting. b Resend the print job. Is the print still too dark? Go to step 2. The problem is solved. Step 2 a From the printer control pan...
Page 224 - Print is too light
Action Yes No Step 5 a Load paper from a fresh package. Note: Paper absorbs moisture due to high humidity. Store paper in its original wrapper until you use it. b Resend the print job. Is the print still too dark? Go to step 6. The problem is solved. Step 6 Replace the imaging unit, and then resend ...
Page 225 - Printer is printing blank pages
Action Yes No Step 4 Make sure that the paper has no texture or rough finishes. Are you printing on textured or rough paper? From the printercontrol panel, changethe texture settings inthe Paper Texturemenu to match thepaper you are printingon. Go to step 5. Step 5 a Load paper from a fresh package....
Page 226 - Printer is printing solid black pages
Action Yes No Step 1 a Check if there is packing material left on the imaging unit. 1 Remove the toner cartridge, and then the imaging unit. 2 Check if the packing material is properly removed from the imagingunit. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not expose the imaging unit to direct light for more tha...
Page 227 - Repeating defects appear on prints
Action Yes No Step 1 a Reinstall the imaging unit. 1 Remove the toner cartridge, and then the imaging unit. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not expose the imaging unit to direct light for more than 10 minutes. Extended exposure tolight may cause print quality problems. 2 Install the imaging unit, and t...
Page 228 - Shadow images appear on prints; Skewed print
Shadow images appear on prints A B C DA B C D A B C DA B C D Leading edge Trailing edge Action Yes No Step 1 Load paper with the correct paper type and weight in the tray. Is paper with the correct paper type and weight loaded in the tray? Go to step 2. Load paper with thecorrect paper type andweigh...
Page 229 - Streaked horizontal lines appear on prints
Action Yes No Step 1 a Move the width and length guides in the tray to the correct positionsfor the size of the paper loaded. b Resend the print job. Is the print still skewed? Go to step 2. The problem is solved. Step 2 a Check if you are printing on a paper that is supported by the tray. b Resend ...
Page 230 - Streaked vertical lines appear on prints
Action Yes No Step 4 a Reinstall the imaging unit. 1 Remove the toner cartridge, and then the imaging unit. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not expose the imaging unit to direct light for more than 10 minutes. Extended exposure tolight may cause print quality problems. 2 Install the imaging unit, and t...
Page 231 - Toner specks appear on prints; Toner fog or background shading appears on prints
Action Yes No Step 3 a Load paper from a fresh package. Note: Paper absorbs moisture due to high humidity. Store paper in its original wrapper until you use it. b Resend the print job. Do streaked vertical lines appear on prints? Go to step 4. The problem is solved. Step 4 a Reinstall the imaging un...
Page 232 - Toner rubs off
Action Yes No Step 1 a Reinstall the imaging unit. 1 Remove the toner cartridge, and then the imaging unit. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not expose the imaging unit to direct light for more than 10 minutes. Extended exposure tolight may cause print quality problems. 2 Install the imaging unit, and t...
Page 233 - Transparency print quality is poor
Action Yes No Step 4 a Enable Quiet mode. From the printer control panel, navigate to: Settings > General Settings > Quiet Mode > On b Resend the print job. Does the toner rub off? Contact customer support . The problem is solved. Transparency print quality is poor Action Yes No Step 1 From...
Page 234 - Vertical voids appear on prints
Vertical voids appear on prints Leading edge Trailing edge Action Yes No Step 1 a Make sure your software program is using a correct fill pattern. b Resend the print job. Do vertical voids appear on prints? Go to step 2. The problem is solved. Step 2 a From the printer control panel, set the paper t...
Page 235 - Embedded Web Server does not open; Contacting customer support
Embedded Web Server does not open Action Yes No Step 1 Make sure the printer IP address is correct. View the printer IP address: • From the printer home screen • From the TCP/IP section in the Network/Ports menu • By printing a network setup page or menu settings page, and thenfinding the TCP/IP sec...
Page 237 - Product information; GOVERNMENT END USERS
Notices Product information Product name: Lexmark MS710 and MS711 Machine type: 4063 Model(s): 832, 835 Edition notice June 2013 The following paragraph does not apply to any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law: LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL, INC., PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION “AS IS”...
Page 238 - Trademarks
Trademarks Lexmark, Lexmark with diamond design, MarkNet, and MarkVision are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc.,registered in the United States and/or other countries. Mac and the Mac logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. PCL® is a registered trademark...
Page 240 - EU waste electronics information; Product disposal
1-meter average sound pressure, dBA Ready 32 dBA Values are subject to change. See www.lexmark.com for current values. EU waste electronics information The WEEE logo signifies specific recycling programs and procedures for electronic products in countries of the EuropeanUnion. We encourage the recyc...
Page 241 - Temperature information; Laser notice; Power consumption; Product power consumption
Temperature information Ambient operating temperature 15.6 to 32.2°C (60 to 90°F) Shipping temperature -40 to 43.3°C (-40 to 110°F) Storage temperature and relative humidity 1 to 35°C (34 to 95°F) 8 to 80% RH Laser notice The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21...
Page 242 - Hibernate Mode
Mode Description Power consumption (Watts) Printing The product is generating hard ‑ copy output from electronic inputs. MS710, 780; MS711, 800 Copy The product is generating hard ‑ copy output from hard ‑ copy original documents. N/A Scan The product is scanning hard ‑ copy documents. N/A Ready The...
Page 243 - Industry Canada compliance statement; 日本の; VCCI; 規定; European Community (EC) directives conformity
Off mode If this product has an off mode which still consumes a small amount of power, then to completely stop product powerconsumption, disconnect the power supply cord from the electrical outlet. Total energy usage It is sometimes helpful to calculate the total product energy usage. Since power co...
Page 245 - Notice to users in the European Union
Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'émission) est installé à l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence. L'installateur de cet équipement radio doit veiller à ce que l'antenne soit implantée et dirigée de manière à n'émettreaucun champ HF dépassant les limites fixées pour l'ensemble de la populat...
Page 247 - STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY FOR LEXMARK LASER PRINTERS,; Limited warranty; Limited warranty service
Slovensko Lexmark International, Inc. izjavlja, da je ta izdelek v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi dolo č ili direktive 1999/5/ES. Svenska Härmed intygar Lexmark International, Inc. att denna produkt står i överensstämmelse med de väsentligaegenskapskrav och övriga relevanta b...
Page 249 - Additional rights; Patent acknowledgment
This is true even if you advise Lexmark or a Remarketer of the possibility of such damages. Lexmark is not liable for anyclaim by you based on a third party claim. This limitation of remedies also applies to claims against any Suppliers and Remarketers of Lexmark. Lexmark's and itsSuppliers' and Rem...
Page 250 - Index; Numerics
Index Numerics 2100 ‑ sheet tray loading 56 550 ‑ sheet tray installing 32 Symbols [x] ‑ page jam, clear manual feeder. [250] 176[x] ‑ page jam, lift front cover to remove cartridge. [200–201] 167[x] ‑ page jam, open tray [x]. [24x] 175[x] ‑ page jam, open upper and lower rear door. [231–234] 171[x]...