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Lexmark 301 User manual
Type
User manual
Brand
Lexmark
Size
2.45 MB
Category
Multifunctionals
Pages
196
Language
English
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Lexmark 301 User manual
Type
User manual
Brand
Lexmark
Size
4.02 MB
Category
Multifunctionals
Pages
148
Language
English
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Lexmark 301 User manual
Type
User manual
Brand
Lexmark
Size
1.61 MB
Category
Multifunctionals
Pages
144
Language
English
Table of contents
Contents
2
Safety information
5
About your printer
6
Thank you for choosing this printer!
6
Minimizing your printer's environmental impact
6
Finding information about the printer
7
Understanding the parts of the printer
9
Ordering and replacing supplies
11
Ordering ink cartridges
11
Using genuine Lexmark ink cartridges
11
Replacing ink cartridges
12
Ordering paper and other supplies
13
Recycling Lexmark products
13
Using the printer control panel buttons and menus
14
Using the printer control panel
14
Changing temporary settings into new default settings
16
Changing the Power Saver timeout
17
Saving paper and energy with Eco-Mode
17
Resetting to factory settings
17
Using the printer software
19
Minimum system requirements
19
Using the Windows printer software
19
Using the Macintosh printer software
21
Finding and installing optional software
22
Updating the printer software (Windows only)
23
Reinstalling the printer software
23
Uninstalling the printer software
23
Installing the printer software
24
Loading paper and original documents
25
Loading paper
25
Saving paper default settings
28
Loading original documents on the scanner glass
29
Printing
30
Tips for printing
30
Printing basic documents
30
Printing a document
30
Collating printed copies
31
Printing pages in reverse order
31
Printing multiple pages on one sheet
32
Printing documents from a memory card or flash drive (Windows only)
33
Printing specialty documents
34
Printing envelopes
34
Printing labels
34
Printing on custom-size paper
35
Working with photos
36
Using a memory card or flash drive with the printer
36
Supported memory cards and file types
37
Printing photos using the printer control panel
37
Editing photos using the printer control panel
38
Printing photos from a memory device using the printer software
39
Printing photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera
40
Printing photos from a memory device using the proof sheet
41
Printing photos from a digital camera using DPOF
42
Printing from a Bluetooth-enabled device
42
Setting up a connection between your printer and a Bluetooth-enabled device
42
Setting the Bluetooth security level
44
Printing from a Bluetooth-enabled device
44
Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing)
45
Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) automatically
45
Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) manually
47
Managing print jobs
48
Setting your printer as the default printer
48
Changing the printing mode
49
Pausing print jobs
50
Resuming print jobs
50
Canceling print jobs
51
Copying
52
Tips for copying
52
Making copies
52
Copying photos
53
Copying a two-sided document
53
Enlarging or reducing images
53
Adjusting copy quality
54
Making a copy lighter or darker
54
Collating copies using the printer control panel
54
Repeating an image on one page
55
Copying multiple pages on one sheet
55
Making a duplex copy
56
Making a duplex copy automatically
56
Making a duplex copy manually
56
Canceling copy jobs
57
Scanning
58
Tips for scanning
58
Scanning to a local or network computer
58
Scanning to a flash drive or memory card
59
Scanning photos into an editing application
59
Scanning documents into an editing application
61
Scanning directly to e-mail using the printer software
62
Scanning to a PDF
62
Scanning FAQ
63
How can I improve the quality of a scan?
63
How do I scan in black and white?
63
Why am I being asked for a PIN?
63
What is an application list, and how do I update it?
63
Canceling scan jobs
64
Networking
65
Installing the printer on a wireless network
65
Wireless network compatibility
65
Supported network security options
65
Printing a network setup page
66
Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network
66
Installing the printer on a wireless network
67
Installing the printer on other computers
67
Interpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light
68
Special wireless installation instructions
68
Assigning a static IP address
69
Changing wireless settings after installation
69
Advanced wireless setup
70
Creating an ad hoc wireless network
70
Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network
73
Configuring the printer wirelessly using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
73
Switching between USB and wireless connections (Windows only)
74
Switching between USB and wireless connections (Macintosh only)
74
Sharing a printer in a Windows environment
75
Sharing a printer in a Macintosh environment
76
Networking FAQ
77
What is Wi-Fi Protected Setup?
77
Where do I find my WEP key or WPA passphrase?
77
What is an SSID?
77
Where do I find my SSID?
78
What is a network?
78
How do I find out what type of security my network is using?
78
How are home networks configured?
78
Why do I need an installation cable?
80
How do I attach the installation cable?
80
How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different?
81
Finding the signal strength
82
How can I improve wireless signal strength?
82
How can I make sure my computer and printer are connected to the same wireless network?
83
Can I use my printer on a USB and a network connection at the same time?
85
What is a MAC address?
85
How do I find the MAC address?
85
What is an IP address?
86
What is TCP/IP?
86
How do I locate IP addresses?
86
How are IP addresses assigned?
87
What is a key index?
87
Maintaining the printer
88
Maintaining ink cartridges
88
Checking ink levels
88
Aligning the printhead
88
Cleaning the printhead nozzles
89
Cleaning the exterior of the printer
90
Cleaning the scanner glass
90
Troubleshooting
91
Before you troubleshoot
91
Using the Service Center to solve printer problems
91
If Troubleshooting does not solve your problem
91
Setup troubleshooting
91
Incorrect language appears on the display
92
Printhead errors
92
Software did not install
94
Print job does not print or is missing pages
94
Printer is printing blank pages
95
Printer is busy or does not respond
95
Cannot delete documents from the print queue
96
Cannot print through USB
96
Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting
97
Paper jam in the printer
97
Paper jam in the paper support
97
Paper jam in the duplex unit
97
Paper or specialty media misfeeds
99
Print troubleshooting
99
Poor quality at the edges of the page
99
Streaks or lines on printed image
100
Print speed is slow
100
Computer slows down when printing
101
Copy and scan troubleshooting
101
Copier or scanner does not respond
101
Scanner unit does not close
101
Poor copy or scanned image quality
101
Partial copies or scans of documents or photos
102
Scan was not successful
102
Scanning takes too long or freezes the computer
102
Cannot scan to a computer over a network
103
Memory card troubleshooting
103
Memory card troubleshooting checklist
103
Nothing happens when a memory card is inserted
103
Cannot print documents from a memory card or flash drive
104
Photos do not transfer from a memory card across a wireless network
104
Wireless troubleshooting
104
Wireless troubleshooting checklist
105
Resetting the wireless settings to factory defaults
105
Cannot print over wireless network
106
The Continue button is unavailable
109
Cannot print and there is a firewall on the computer
110
Wi-Fi indicator light is not lit
111
Wi-Fi indicator light is green but the printer does not print (Windows only)
111
Wi-Fi indicator light is still orange
112
Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation
113
Wireless print server not installed
117
“Communication not available” message displays when printing wirelessly
118
Communication with printer lost when connected to Virtual Private Network (VPN)
120
Resolving intermittent wireless communications issues
120
Notices
123
Product information
123
Edition notice
123
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RIGHTS
124
Trademarks
124
Licensing notices
124
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement
124
Hinweis zum GS-Zeichen
125
Noise emission levels
125
Temperature information
126
Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive
126
Product disposal
126
Battery notice
126
ENERGY STAR
126
Power consumption
127
Product power consumption
127
Power Saver
127
Off mode
127
Total energy usage
127
European Community (EC) directives conformity
128
Regulatory notices for telecommunication terminal equipment
128
Notice to users of the US telephone network: FCC requirements
128
South Africa telecommunications notice
129
Notice to users of the Canadian telephone network
129
Notice to users of the New Zealand telephone network
130
Notice to Users in the European Union
131
Regulatory notices for wireless products
131
Exposure to radio frequency radiation
132
Notice to users in Brazil
132
Industry Canada (Canada)
132
Taiwan NCC RF notice statement
133
Notice to users in the European Union
133
LEXMARK SOFTWARE LIMITED WARRANTY AND LICENSE AGREEMENTS
135
Index
139
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Lexmark 301 User manual
Type
User manual
Brand
Lexmark
Size
4.79 MB
Category
Multifunctionals
Pages
143
Language
English
Table of contents
Contents
2
Safety information
5
About your printer
6
Thank you for choosing this printer!
6
Minimizing your printer's environmental impact
6
Finding information about the printer
7
Understanding the parts of the printer
10
Ordering and replacing supplies
12
Ordering ink cartridges
12
Using genuine Lexmark ink cartridges
13
Replacing ink cartridges
13
Ordering paper and other supplies
14
Recycling Lexmark products
15
Using the printer control panel buttons and menus
16
Using the printer control panel
16
Changing the Sleep timeout
17
Saving paper and energy
17
Restoring factory default settings
18
Using the printer software
19
Minimum system requirements
19
Using the Windows printer software
19
Using the Macintosh printer software
21
Finding and installing optional software
22
Updating the printer software
23
Downloading PCL and PS drivers (Windows only)
23
Reinstalling the printer software
23
Uninstalling the printer software
23
Installing the printer software
24
Loading paper and original documents
25
Loading paper
25
Saving paper settings
28
Loading original documents on the scanner glass
29
Printing
30
Tips for printing
30
Printing basic documents
30
Printing a document
30
Collating printed copies
31
Changing the print order of pages
31
Printing multiple pages on one sheet
32
Printing on specialty media
33
Printing envelopes
33
Printing on labels
34
Printing on custom-size paper
35
Working with photos
35
Supported file types
35
Using a flash drive with the printer
36
Printing photos from a flash drive
36
Printing photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera
37
Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing)
38
Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) automatically
38
Setting the duplex printing dry time
39
Managing print jobs
40
Finding the print queue for your printer
40
Setting your printer as the default printer
41
Changing the default printing mode
42
Pausing print jobs
42
Resuming print jobs
43
Canceling print jobs
43
Printing from a mobile device
44
What is LexPrint?
44
Supported printers
44
Copying
45
Tips for copying
45
Making copies
45
Copying an ID card
46
Enlarging or reducing images
46
Adjusting copy quality
46
Making a copy lighter or darker
47
Collating copies using the printer control panel
47
Placing separator sheets between copies
47
Copying multiple pages on one sheet
48
Placing an overlay message on each page
48
Removing the background of a copy
48
Making a two-sided (duplex) copy
49
Making a two-sided (duplex) copy automatically
49
Making a two-sided (duplex) copy manually
49
Canceling copy jobs
50
Scanning
51
Tips for scanning
51
Scanning to a local computer
51
Scanning to a network computer
52
Scanning to a flash drive or memory card
52
Scanning photos for editing
53
Scanning documents for editing
53
Scanning directly to e-mail using the printer software
54
Scanning to a PDF
55
Scanning FAQ
56
How can I improve the quality of a scan?
56
How do I scan in black and white?
56
Why am I being asked for a PIN?
56
Canceling scan jobs
56
E-mailing
57
Setting up the printer to e-mail
57
Setting up the e-mail function
57
Creating an e-mail contact list using the computer
57
Sending e-mail
58
Tips for e-mailing
58
Canceling an e-mail
59
Networking
60
Installing the printer on a wireless network
60
Wireless network compatibility
60
Supported network security options
60
Printing a network setup page
61
Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network
61
Information you will need during advanced wireless setup
62
Installing the printer on a wireless network
63
Installing the printer on other computers
64
Determining the printer status using the network indicator light
64
Special wireless installation instructions
65
Assigning a static IP address
66
Changing wireless settings after installation
66
Advanced wireless setup
67
Creating an ad hoc wireless network
67
Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network
69
Configuring the printer wirelessly using WPS (Windows only)
70
Configuring Wi-Fi Protected Setup manually
70
Use the Push Button Configuration (PBC) method
70
Use the Personal Identification Number (PIN) method
70
Switching between USB, Ethernet, and wireless connections (Windows only)
71
Switching between USB, Ethernet, and wireless connections (Macintosh only)
72
Sharing a printer in a Windows environment
74
Sharing a printer in a Macintosh environment
75
Configuring security
76
Configuring 802.1X Authentication
77
Networking FAQ
77
What is Wi-Fi Protected Setup?
77
Where do I find my WEP key or WPA/WPA2 passphrase?
78
What is an SSID?
78
Where do I find my SSID?
78
What is a network?
79
How do I find out what type of security my network is using?
79
How are home networks configured?
79
What is a USB cable?
81
Why do I need a USB cable?
81
How do I attach the USB cable?
81
How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different?
83
Finding the signal strength
84
How can I improve wireless signal strength?
84
Move the printer closer to the access point
84
Remove obstacles between the access point and the printer
85
Remove sources of interference
85
Arrange the network to reduce signal absorption
85
How can I make sure my computer and printer are connected to the same wireless network?
85
Can I use my printer on a USB and a network connection at the same time?
87
What is a MAC address?
87
How do I find the MAC address?
87
What is an IP address?
88
What is TCP/IP?
88
How do I locate IP addresses?
88
How are IP addresses assigned?
89
What is a key index?
89
What is the difference between Guided and Advanced setup?
89
Maintaining the printer
91
Maintaining ink cartridges
91
Checking ink levels
91
Aligning the printhead
91
Cleaning the printhead nozzles
92
Cleaning the exterior of the printer
92
Cleaning the scanner glass
93
Moving the printer to another location
93
Troubleshooting
95
Before you troubleshoot
95
If Troubleshooting does not solve your problem
95
Setup troubleshooting
95
Incorrect language appears on the display
95
Change the language using the printer menus
95
Software did not install
96
Make sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements
96
Temporarily disable security programs in Windows before installing the software
96
Check the USB connection
96
Reconnect the printer power supply
96
Print job does not print or is missing pages
96
Make sure the ink cartridges are inserted correctly
96
Select your printer from the Print dialog before sending the print job
97
Make sure the print job is not paused
97
Make sure your printer is set as the default printer
97
Reconnect the printer power supply
97
Remove and reconnect the USB cable connected to your printer
97
Check the USB connection
97
Remove and reinstall the printer software
97
Printer is printing blank pages
98
Reinstall the ink cartridges and deep clean and align the printhead
98
Printer is busy or does not respond
98
Make sure the printer is not in Sleep mode
98
Reconnect the printer power supply
98
Cannot delete documents from the print queue
99
Restart the computer and try again
99
Remove and reconnect the USB cable connected to your printer
99
Cannot print through USB
99
Check the USB connection
99
Make sure the USB port is enabled in Windows
99
Remove and reinstall the printer software
99
Understanding printer messages
100
Alignment Problem
100
Cannot Collate Job
100
Change to [Size] Paper
100
Change to [Size] [Type] Paper
100
Close Printer
101
Communication Error
101
Ink Cartridge Error
101
Ink Cartridge Missing
101
Ink Cartridge Unsupported
102
Ink Low
102
Load [Size] Paper
102
Load [Size] [Type] Paper
102
Memory Device Error
102
Network [x] Software Error
102
Printer Memory Full
103
Printhead Cannot Move
103
Printhead Error
103
Printhead Missing
104
Printhead Unsupported
105
Printhead Warning
106
Replace Ink Cartridge
106
Scanned Document Too Long
107
Scanner Disabled
107
Short Paper
107
Standard Network Software Error
107
Unrecoverable Scan Error
107
USB Device Not Supported
107
USB Hub Not Supported
107
Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting
107
Paper jam in the printer
108
Paper jam in the exit tray
109
Paper jam in the paper support
109
Paper jam in the duplex unit
110
Paper or specialty media misfeeds
111
Check paper condition
111
Check paper loading
111
Remove each page as it is printed
112
Adjust the paper guides to fit the loaded paper
112
Print troubleshooting
112
Poor quality at the edges of the page
112
Check minimum print settings
112
Select the Borderless print feature
112
Streaks or lines on printed image
113
Check the ink levels
113
Select a higher print quality from the printer software
113
Make sure the ink cartridges are properly installed
113
Align the printhead
113
Clean or Deep Clean the printhead nozzles
113
Print speed is slow
113
Select a lower print quality from the printer software
113
Manually select a paper type that matches the type of paper you are using
113
Remove and reinstall the printer software
113
Maximize computer processing speed
113
Add memory to the computer
113
Computer slows down when printing
114
Check the USB connection between the printer and computer
114
Refresh your network connections
114
Close all applications not in use
114
Check your computer performance
114
Copy and scan troubleshooting
114
Copier or scanner does not respond
114
Set your printer as the default printer
114
Remove and reinstall the printer software
114
Scanner unit does not close
115
Poor copy or scanned image quality
115
Clean the scanner glass
115
Adjust the scan quality from the printer software
115
Review the tips for copying, scanning, and improving print quality
115
Use a clearer version of the original document or image
115
Make sure the document or photo is loaded facedown on the scanner glass and in the correct corner
115
Partial copies or scans of documents or photos
115
Make sure the document or photo is loaded facedown on the scanner glass and in the placement corner
115
Select a paper size that matches the loaded paper
115
Make sure the Original Size setting matches the size of the document you are scanning
115
Scan was not successful
115
Check the USB connection
115
Restart the computer
116
Scanning takes too long or freezes the computer
116
Close other software programs that are not being used
116
Restart the computer
116
Cannot scan to a computer over a network
116
Make sure the printer and the destination computer are connected to the same network
116
Make sure the printer software is installed on the destination computer
116
Network troubleshooting
116
The Continue button is unavailable
116
Check if the USB cable is securely plugged into the USB ports on both the computer and the printer
116
Make sure the printer is plugged in and turned on
116
Make sure the USB port on the computer is working
117
Make sure the USB cable is working
117
Make sure you are using the correct CD for your printer model
117
Reconnect the printer power supply
117
Run the installer again
117
Make sure your computer is able to acknowledge USB activity on the USB port
117
Cannot print and there is a firewall on the computer
118
Communication with printer lost when connected to Virtual Private Network (VPN)
118
Wireless troubleshooting
118
Wireless troubleshooting checklist
118
Cannot print over wireless network
119
Wireless print server not installed
122
“Communication not available” message appears when printing wirelessly
122
Resolving intermittent wireless communications issues
124
Notices
127
Product information
127
Edition notice
127
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RIGHTS
128
Trademarks
128
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement
128
Modular component notice
129
Licensing notices
129
Noise emission levels
129
Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive
130
Product disposal
130
Battery notice
130
Static sensitivity notice
130
ENERGY STAR
131
Temperature information
131
Power consumption
131
Product power consumption
131
Power Saver
131
Off mode
132
Total energy usage
132
European Community (EC) directives conformity
132
Regulatory notices for wireless products
132
Exposure to radio frequency radiation
133
Industry Canada (Canada)
133
Notice to users in the European Union
134
Statement of Limited Warranty
135
Index
138
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