Lexmark M3150 User manual

M1100 and M3100 Series

User's Guide

Important: Click here before using this guide.

September 2012 www.lexmark.com

Machine type(s):

4514

Model(s):

639, 649

Contents

Safety information.......................................................................................6

Overview.....................................................................................................8

Using this guide.........................................................................................................................................8

Finding information about the printer......................................................................................................8

Selecting a location for the printer.............................................................10

Additional printer setup.............................................................................12

Installing internal options........................................................................................................................12

Available internal options .................................................................................................................................12

Accessing the controller board .........................................................................................................................12

Installing an optional card ................................................................................................................................13

Installing a memory card ..................................................................................................................................14

Installing an Internal Solutions Port..................................................................................................................16

Installing a printer hard disk .............................................................................................................................22

Removing a printer hard disk............................................................................................................................25

Installing hardware options.....................................................................................................................26

Installing optional trays ....................................................................................................................................26

Setting up the printer software...............................................................................................................27

Installing the printer software ..........................................................................................................................27

Updating available options in the printer driver ..............................................................................................28

Networking..............................................................................................................................................29

Preparing to set up the printer on an Ethernet network..................................................................................29

Installing the printer on an Ethernet network ..................................................................................................30

Preparing to set up the printer on a wireless network.....................................................................................31

Connecting the printer using the Wireless Setup Wizard.................................................................................32

Connecting the printer to a wireless network using Wi‑Fi Protected Setup ....................................................33

Connecting the printer to a wireless network using the Embedded Web Server.............................................33

Verifying printer setup......................................................................................................................................34

Using M1145..............................................................................................35

Learning about the printer......................................................................................................................35

Printer configurations .......................................................................................................................................35

Using the printer control panel.........................................................................................................................36

Understanding the colors of the Sleep button and indicator lights..................................................................37

Attaching cables................................................................................................................................................37

Accessing the controller board .........................................................................................................................39

Loading paper and specialty media.........................................................................................................40

Contents 2

Setting the paper size and type ........................................................................................................................40

Configuring Universal paper settings................................................................................................................40

Using the standard bin and paper stop ............................................................................................................40

Loading trays.....................................................................................................................................................41

Loading the multipurpose feeder .....................................................................................................................45

Linking and unlinking trays ...............................................................................................................................49

Printing....................................................................................................................................................51

Printing a document .........................................................................................................................................51

Printing from a mobile device...........................................................................................................................52

Printing confidential and other held jobs .........................................................................................................52

Printing information pages ...............................................................................................................................54

Canceling a print job .........................................................................................................................................54

Managing the printer..............................................................................................................................55

Checking the virtual display ..............................................................................................................................55

Configuring supply notifications from the Embedded Web Server .................................................................. 55

Modifying confidential print settings................................................................................................................56

Copying printer settings to other printers ........................................................................................................57

Creating a printer control panel PIN .................................................................................................................57

Printing a menu settings page ..........................................................................................................................58

Printing a network setup page..........................................................................................................................58

Checking the status of parts and supplies ........................................................................................................58

Saving energy....................................................................................................................................................59

Restoring factory default settings.....................................................................................................................63

Securing the printer ..........................................................................................................................................63

Using M3150..............................................................................................66

Learning about the printer......................................................................................................................66

Printer configurations .......................................................................................................................................66

Using the printer control panel.........................................................................................................................67

Understanding the colors of the Sleep button and indicator lights..................................................................67

Understanding the home screen ......................................................................................................................68

Using the touch-screen buttons .......................................................................................................................69

Attaching cables................................................................................................................................................70

Accessing the controller board .........................................................................................................................72

Setting up and using the home screen applications................................................................................74

Finding the IP address of the computer............................................................................................................74

Finding the IP address of the printer ................................................................................................................75

Accessing the Embedded Web Server ..............................................................................................................75

Customizing the home screen ..........................................................................................................................75

Activating the home screen applications..........................................................................................................76

Exporting and importing a configuration..........................................................................................................78

Loading paper and specialty media.........................................................................................................78

Setting the paper size and type ........................................................................................................................78

Contents 3

Configuring Universal paper settings................................................................................................................78

Using the standard bin and paper stop ............................................................................................................79

Loading trays.....................................................................................................................................................79

Loading the multipurpose feeder .....................................................................................................................84

Linking and unlinking trays ...............................................................................................................................87

Printing....................................................................................................................................................89

Printing forms ...................................................................................................................................................89

Printing a document .........................................................................................................................................89

Printing from a mobile device...........................................................................................................................90

Printing from a flash drive ................................................................................................................................91

Printing confidential and other held jobs .........................................................................................................92

Printing information pages ...............................................................................................................................94

Canceling a print job .........................................................................................................................................94

Managing the printer..............................................................................................................................95

Setting up serial printing...................................................................................................................................95

Changing port settings after installing a new network Internal Solutions Port ................................................97

Finding advanced networking and administrator information.........................................................................98

Checking the virtual display ..............................................................................................................................98

Configuring supply notifications from the Embedded Web Server .................................................................. 99

Modifying confidential print settings................................................................................................................99

Copying printer settings to other printers ......................................................................................................100

Creating a printer control panel PIN ...............................................................................................................100

Printing a menu settings page ........................................................................................................................101

Printing a network setup page........................................................................................................................101

Checking the status of parts and supplies ......................................................................................................101

Saving energy..................................................................................................................................................102

Restoring factory default settings...................................................................................................................106

Securing the printer ........................................................................................................................................107

Paper and specialty media guide..............................................................111

Using specialty media............................................................................................................................111

Paper guidelines....................................................................................................................................113

Supported paper sizes, types, and weights...........................................................................................116

Understanding the printer menus............................................................119

Menus list..............................................................................................................................................119

Paper menu...........................................................................................................................................120

Reports menu........................................................................................................................................128

Network/Ports menu.............................................................................................................................129

Security menu.......................................................................................................................................140

Settings menu........................................................................................................................................144

Help menu.............................................................................................................................................165

Contents 4

Saving money and the environment.........................................................167

Saving paper and toner.........................................................................................................................167

Recycling................................................................................................................................................167

Maintaining the printer............................................................................169

Cleaning the printer..............................................................................................................................169

Ordering supplies..................................................................................................................................169

Estimated number of remaining pages.................................................................................................171

Storing supplies.....................................................................................................................................171

Replacing supplies.................................................................................................................................171

Moving the printer................................................................................................................................175

Clearing jams............................................................................................177

Avoiding jams........................................................................................................................................177

Understanding jam messages and locations.........................................................................................178

[x]‑page jam, open front door. [20y.xx]................................................................................................180

[x]‑page jam, open rear door. [20y.xx]..................................................................................................183

[x]‑page jam, clear standard bin. [20y.xx].............................................................................................184

[x]‑page jam, remove tray 1 to clear duplex. [23y.xx]...........................................................................185

[x]‑page jam, open tray [x]. [24y.xx].....................................................................................................186

[x]‑page jam, clear manual feeder. [25y.xx]..........................................................................................187

Troubleshooting.......................................................................................189

Understanding the printer messages....................................................................................................189

Solving printer problems.......................................................................................................................200

Solving print problems..........................................................................................................................207

Solving home screen applications problems.........................................................................................232

Embedded Web Server does not open.................................................................................................232

Contacting customer support................................................................................................................234

Notices.....................................................................................................235

Product information..............................................................................................................................235

Edition notice........................................................................................................................................235

Power consumption..............................................................................................................................240

Index........................................................................................................249

Contents 5

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

procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

This product uses a printing process that heats the print media, and the heat may cause the media to release emissions.

You must understand the section in your operating instructions that discusses the guidelines for selecting print media

to avoid the possibility of harmful emissions.

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The lithium battery in this product is not intended to be replaced. There is a

danger of explosion if a lithium battery is incorrectly replaced. Do not recharge, disassemble, or incinerate a

lithium battery. Discard used lithium batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions and local

regulations.

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Before moving the printer, follow these guidelines to avoid personal injury or

printer damage:

• Turn the printer off using the power switch, and then unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.

• Disconnect all cords and cables from the printer before moving it.

• If an optional tray is installed, then remove it from the printer. To remove the optional tray, slide the latch on the

right side of the tray toward the front of the tray until it clicks into place.

• Use the handholds located on both sides of the printer to lift it.

• Make sure your fingers are not under the printer when you set it down.

• Before setting up the printer, make sure there is adequate clearance around it.

Use only the power cord provided with this product or the manufacturer's authorized replacement.

CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The inside of the printer might be hot. To reduce the risk of injury from a hot

component, allow the surface to cool before touching.

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 cord

from the electrical outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn

them off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer.

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: Make sure that all external connections (such as Ethernet and telephone system

connections) are properly installed in their marked plug-in ports.

This product is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific

manufacturer's components. The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. The manufacturer is not

responsible for the use of other replacement parts.

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Do not cut, twist, bind, crush, or place heavy objects on the power cord. Do not

subject the power cord to abrasion or stress. Do not pinch the power cord between objects such as furniture

and walls. If any of these things happen, a risk of fire or electrical shock results. Inspect the power cord regularly

for signs of such problems. Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet before inspecting it.

Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the user documentation, to a service representative.

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electrical shock when cleaning the exterior of the printer,

unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect all cables from the printer before proceeding.

Safety information 6

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of equipment instability, load each tray separately. Keep all

other trays closed until needed.

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: Do not set up this product or make any electrical or cabling connections, such as

the fax feature, power cord, or telephone, during a lightning storm.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Safety information 7

Overview

Using this guide

This User’s Guide provides general and specific information on using the printer models that are listed on the cover

page.

The following chapters contain information applicable to all printer models:

• Selecting a location for the printer

• Additional printer setup

• Paper and specialty media guide

• Understanding printer menus

• Saving money and the environment

• Maintaining the printer

• Clearing jams

• Troubleshooting

To find instructions for your printer:

• Use the table of contents.

• Use the Search function or the Find toolbar of your application to search for page content.

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 came

with the printer and is also available at

http://support.lexmark.com.

Additional setup and instructions for using the printer:

• Selecting and storing paper and specialty media

• Loading paper

• Configuring printer settings

• Viewing and printing documents and photos

• Setting up and using the printer software

• Configuring the printer on a network

• Caring for and maintaining the printer

• Troubleshooting and solving problems

User's Guide and Quick Reference Guide—The guides are

available on the Documentation CD.

For more information, visit

http://support.lexmark.com.

Instructions for:

• Connecting the printer to an Ethernet network

• Troubleshooting printer connection problems

Networking Guide—Open the Software CD, and then look

for Printer and Software Documentation under the Pubs

folder. From the list of publications, click the Networking

Guide link.

Overview 8

What are you looking for? Find it here

Help using the printer software Windows or Mac Help—Open a printer software program

or application, and then click Help.

Click

?

to view context‑sensitive information.

Notes:

• Help is automatically installed with the printer

software.

• The printer software is located in the printer

program folder or on the desktop, depending on

your operating system.

The latest supplemental information, updates, and customer

support:

• 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 select

your product to view the appropriate support site.

Support telephone numbers and hours of operation for

your country or region can be found on the Support Web

site or on the printed warranty that came with your

printer.

Record the following information (located on the store

receipt and at the back of the printer), and have it ready

when you contact customer support so that they may

serve you faster:

• Machine Type number

• Serial number

• Date purchased

• Store where purchased

Warranty information Warranty information varies by country or region:

• In the U.S.—See the Statement of Limited Warranty

included with this printer, or at

http://support.lexmark.com.

• In other countries and regions—See the printed

warranty that came with your printer.

Overview 9

Selecting a location for the printer

When selecting a location for the printer, leave enough room to open trays, covers, and doors. If you plan to install any

options, then leave enough room for them also. It is important to:

• Set up the printer near a properly grounded and easily accessible electrical outlet.

• Make sure airflow in the room meets the latest revision of the ASHRAE 62 standard or the CEN Technical Committee

156 standard.

• Provide a flat, sturdy, and stable surface.

• Keep the printer:

– Clean, dry, and free of dust.

– Away from stray staples and paper clips.

– Away from the direct airflow of air conditioners, heaters, or ventilators.

– Free from direct sunlight and humidity extremes.

• Observe the recommended temperatures and avoid fluctuations.

Ambient temperature 16 to 32°C (60 to 90°F)

Storage temperature ‑20 to 40°C (‑4 to 104°F)

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1 Right side 30 cm (12 in.)

2 Front 51 cm (20 in.)

3 Left side 20 cm (8 in.)

4 Rear 20 cm (8 in.)

5 Top 30 cm (12 in.)

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1 Right side 30 cm (12 in.)

2 Front 51 cm (20 in.)

3 Left side 20 cm (8 in.)

4 Rear 20 cm (8 in.)

5 Top 30 cm (12 in.)

Selecting a location for the printer 11

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 cord

from the electrical outlet before continuing. If you have other devices attached to the printer, then turn them

off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer.

Warning—Potential Damage: Controller board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity.

Touch a metal surface on the printer before touching any controller board electronic components or connectors.

Available internal options

• DDR3 DIMM

• Flash memory

– Fonts

– Firmware

• Forms Barcode

• Prescribe

• IPDS

• Printcryption

• Hard disk

*

• Internal Solutions Ports (ISP)

*

– Parallel 1284‑B interface

– MarkNet N8130 10/100 fiber interface

– RS‑232‑C serial interface

*

This internal option is available only in the M3150de printer model.

Accessing the controller board

Access the controller board to install internal options.

For M1145, see “Accessing the controller board” on page 39.

For M3150, see “Accessing the controller board” on page 72.

Additional printer setup 12

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 cord

from the electrical outlet before continuing. If you have other devices attached to the printer, then turn them

off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer.

Warning—Potential Damage: Controller board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity.

Touch a metal surface on the printer before touching any controller board electronic components or connectors.

1 Access the controller board.

For the M1145 printer models, see “Accessing the controller board” on page 39.

For the M3150de printer model, see “Accessing the controller board” on page 72.

2 Unpack the optional card.

Warning—Potential Damage: Avoid touching the connection points along the edge of the card.

3 Holding the card by its sides, align the plastic pins (1) on the card with the holes (2) on the controller board.

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4 Push the card firmly into place as shown in the illustration.

Warning—Potential Damage: Improper installation of the card may cause damage to the card and the

controller board.

Note: The entire length of the connector on the card must touch and be flushed against the controller board.

5 For the M1145 printer models, close the controller board access door.

For the M3150de printer model, close the controller board shield, and then close the access door.

Note: When the printer software and any hardware options 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 28.

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 cord

from the electrical outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn

them off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer.

Warning—Potential Damage: Controller board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity.

Touch a metal surface on the printer before touching any controller board electronic components or connectors.

Additional printer setup 14

An optional memory card can be purchased separately and attached to the controller board.

1 Access the controller board.

For the M1145 printer models, see “Accessing the controller board” on page 39.

For the M3150de printer model, see “Accessing the controller board” on page 72.

2 Unpack the memory card.

Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the connection points along the edge of the card. Doing so may

cause damage.

3 Align the notch (1) on the memory card with the ridge (2) on the connector.

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4 Push the memory card straight into the connector and forward into the controller board wall until it clicks into

place.

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5 For the M1145 printer models, close the controller board access door.

For the M3150de printer model, close the controller board shield, and then close the access door.

Note: When the printer software and any hardware options 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 28.

Installing an Internal Solutions Port

The controller board supports one optional Lexmark

TM

Internal Solutions Port (ISP). This option is supported only in

the M3150de printer model.

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 cord

from the electrical outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn

them off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer.

Warning—Potential Damage: Controller board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity.

Touch a metal surface on the printer before touching any controller board electronic components or connectors.

1 Open the controller board access door.

Additional printer setup 16

2 Lightly press the stop on the left side of the access door, and then slide the access door to remove.

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3 Unpack the ISP kit.

Note: Make sure to remove and discard the small cable attached to the white connector.

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1 ISP solution

2 Screw to attach the ISP solution to the plastic bracket

3 ISP exterior cover

4 Screws to attach the ISP solution to the ISP exterior cover

5 Plastic bracket

6 Long ISP cable

Additional printer setup 17

4 Place the plastic bracket inside the ISP exterior cover until it clicks into place.

5 Slide and push the ISP solution into the plastic bracket.

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6 Secure the ISP solution to the plastic bracket using the long screw.

Additional printer setup 18

7 Tighten the two screws on the end of the ISP solution.

8 Attach the white plug of the ISP solution interface cable into the white receptacle on the ISP.

Additional printer setup 19

9 Slightly close the ISP exterior cover up to 65 degrees, and then slide the cover to attach.

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10 Run the ISP cable through the controller board shield door.

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