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Dell B3465DNF User Manual

Dell B3465DNF
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Dell B3465dn-dnf Laser MFP
User's Guide
July 2012 www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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Dell B3465DNF Specifications

General IconGeneral
ColorNo
Duplex printingYes
Print technologyLaser
Maximum resolution1200 x 1200 DPI
Time to first page (black, normal)6.5 s
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)50 ppm
Duplex print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)22 ppm
Printing colorsBlack
Maximum duty cycle150000 pages per month
Recommended duty cycle2500 - 15000 pages per month
Number of print cartridges1
Page description languagesMicrosoft XPS, PCL 5c, PCL 5e, PCL XL, PostScript 3
Wi-Fi-
Memory typeDDR3
Maximum internal memory3072 MB
Total input capacity550 sheets
Total output capacity250 sheets
Maximum input capacity2300 sheets
Multi-Purpose tray input capacity100 sheets
Envelopes sizes7 3/4, 9, 10, B5, C5, DL
Custom media width70 - 127 mm
Maximum print size216 x 356 mm
Duplex media weight216 - 356 g/m²
Paper tray media typesBond paper, Labels, Plain paper, Transparencies
Non-ISO print media sizesExecutive (184 x 267mm), Folio (media size), Letter (media size), Statement (140 x 216mm), Legal (media size)
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)A4, A5, A6
JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9)B5
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeA4
Standard interfacesUSB 2.0
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
Server operating systems supportedWindows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Pro, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional
Power consumption (printing)- W
Package depth573 mm
Package width599 mm
Package height673 mm
Package weight28000 g
DisplayLCD
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth479 mm
Width489 mm
Height561 mm

Summary

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Covers potential injury, hot surfaces, shock hazards, and proper handling procedures for safe printer operation.

Learning About the Printer

Finding Information Sources

Details on locating setup documentation, user guides, and online resources for printer information.

Selecting a Printer Location

Guidelines for choosing a suitable and safe location for the printer, considering space and environment.

Printer Configurations

Details on printer models and necessary clearance space for proper operation and ventilation.

Using the Embedded Web Server

Instructions on accessing the printer's web interface for configuration and status monitoring.

Understanding Scanner Functions

Explains the basic functions of the scanner and how to use the ADF and scanner glass for various tasks.

Understanding the Printer Control Panel

Control Panel Overview

Describes the functions of the printer's control panel buttons and indicators for operation.

Indicator and Sleep Button Lights

Explains the meaning of different colors of indicator and sleep button lights for printer status.

Understanding the Home Screen

Details the printer's home screen layout, icons, and touch functionality for initiating actions.

Using Touch-Screen Buttons

Explains the basic touch-screen buttons and their functions for navigating and operating the printer.

Setting Up and Using Home Screen Applications

Finding IP Addresses

Provides steps to find the IP address for both the computer and the printer on the network.

Accessing the Embedded Web Server

Instructions on how to access the printer's web interface for configuration and management.

Customizing the Home Screen

Guides on how to show, hide, or customize application icons on the printer's home screen.

Activating Home Screen Applications

Steps required to activate and set up preinstalled home screen applications using the Embedded Web Server.

Setting up Forms and Favorites

Instructions for setting up the Forms and Favorites application to quickly access online forms.

Setting up Card Copy

Details on configuring the Card Copy application for scanning and printing both sides of a card.

Using MyShortcut

Explains how to create shortcuts on the printer home screen for frequently used jobs.

Setting up Multi Send

Instructions for setting up the Multi Send application to scan and send documents to multiple destinations.

Setting up Scan to Network

Guides on configuring the Scan to Network application for sending scanned documents to shared folders.

Exporting and Importing Configuration

Procedures for exporting and importing printer configuration settings to other printers.

Additional Printer Setup

Installing Internal Options

Details on installing internal options like memory cards, optional cards, and hard disks into the printer.

Installing a Memory Card

Step-by-step instructions for installing a memory card into the printer's controller board.

Installing an Optional Card

Procedures for installing an optional card onto the printer's controller board.

Installing a Printer Hard Disk

Instructions for installing a printer hard disk onto the controller board for enhanced functionality.

Installing Hardware Options

Information on the order of installation for printer hardware options and optional trays.

Setting Up Printer Software

Guides for installing the printer software on Windows and Macintosh operating systems.

Updating Printer Driver Options

Steps to manually add hardware options in the printer driver after installation.

Attaching Cables

Instructions on connecting the printer to a computer or network using USB or Ethernet cables.

Networking

Ethernet Network Setup

Information and steps for setting up the printer on an Ethernet network for Windows users.

Wireless Network Setup

Guides for setting up the printer on a wireless network, including WPS and Embedded Web Server methods.

Serial Printing Setup

Instructions for configuring serial printing to print remotely or at a reduced speed.

Verifying Printer Setup

Procedures for verifying printer setup by printing menu and network setup pages.

Loading Paper and Specialty Media

Setting Paper Size and Type

How to set paper size and type for different trays and the multipurpose feeder.

Loading Trays

Step-by-step instructions for correctly loading paper into the printer's trays.

Loading the Multipurpose Feeder

Guides for loading various paper types and specialty media into the multipurpose feeder.

Linking and Unlinking Trays

Procedures for linking and unlinking printer trays based on matching paper size and type.

Paper and Specialty Media Guide

Using Specialty Media

Tips for using letterhead, transparencies, envelopes, and card stock with the printer.

Paper Guidelines

Information on paper characteristics like weight, curl, smoothness, and moisture content affecting print quality.

Supported Paper Sizes, Types, and Weights

Tables detailing supported paper sizes, types, and weights for various printer components.

Printing

Printing Forms and Documents

Instructions for printing forms using the application and printing documents from the control panel.

Printing from a Flash Drive

Steps for printing documents and photos directly from a USB flash drive.

Printing Confidential and Held Jobs

Information on storing and managing confidential, verify, reserve, and repeat print jobs.

Canceling a Print Job

Procedures for canceling print jobs from the printer control panel or a computer.

Copying

Making Copies

Basic instructions for making quick copies using the ADF or scanner glass.

Customizing Copy Settings

Options for adjusting copy settings like size, paper source, and destination tray.

Copying Different Paper Sizes

Guides for copying documents with varying paper sizes using the ADF.

Copying on Both Sides (Duplexing)

Instructions for performing two-sided copying from one- or two-sided original documents.

Adjusting Copy Quality

Settings to adjust copy quality, including content type, source, and advanced imaging options.

Collating Copies

Options for printing multiple copies in sequential sets (collated) or grouped pages (not collated).

Placing Information on Copies

Methods for adding headers, footers, or overlay messages onto copy pages.

Canceling a Copy Job

Procedures for canceling copy jobs during or after the scanning process.

Understanding Copy Options

Detailed explanation of copy options like Copy From, Copy To, Scale, Darkness, and Sides (Duplex).

E-mailing

Setting Up Printer to E-mail

Guides for setting up the printer's e-mail function and configuring e-mail settings.

Creating E-mail Shortcuts

Instructions for creating e-mail shortcuts using the Embedded Web Server or printer control panel.

E-mailing a Document

Methods for sending scanned documents via e-mail using addresses, shortcuts, or the address book.

Customizing E-mail Settings

Options for customizing e-mail subject, message, and output file type for scanned documents.

Understanding E-mail Options

Explanation of e-mail options including Recipient(s), Subject, Message, File Name, and Original Size.

Faxing

Setting Up the Printer to Fax

Safety precautions and initial setup steps for enabling the printer's fax capabilities.

Initial Fax Setup

Procedures for entering fax name and number using the control panel or Embedded Web Server.

Choosing a Fax Connection

Guides for connecting the printer to standard telephone lines, DSL, VoIP, and cable modem services.

Connecting to Non-RJ-11 Wall Jack

Instructions for connecting the printer to non-standard wall jacks using adapters.

Connecting to Distinctive Ring Service

Steps for configuring the printer to work with a distinctive ring service for fax and voice calls.

Setting Outgoing Fax Name and Number

How to configure the outgoing fax name, number, date, time, and daylight saving time settings.

Sending a Fax

Methods for sending faxes using the printer control panel, computer, shortcuts, or address book.

Customizing Fax Settings

Options for changing fax resolution, darkness, logs, and blocking junk faxes.

Canceling an Outgoing Fax

Procedures for canceling outgoing faxes during or after scanning.

Holding and Forwarding Faxes

Options for holding received faxes and forwarding them to other destinations.

Understanding Fax Options

Explanation of fax options including Content, Resolution, Darkness, Delayed Send, and Page Setup.

Scanning

Using Scan to Network

Instructions for scanning documents to network destinations specified by the system support person.

Scanning to an FTP Address

Methods for creating FTP shortcuts and scanning documents to FTP servers.

Scanning to a Computer or Flash Drive

Guides for scanning documents directly to a computer or a flash drive.

Setting Up Scan to Computer

Steps for setting up the printer to scan directly to a computer via the network.

Understanding Scan Options

Explanation of scan options including FTP, File Name, Resolution, Darkness, and Orientation.

Understanding the Printer Menus

Menus List

An overview of the printer's menu structure, listing main categories and their page references.

Paper Menu

Details on configuring paper settings like default source, size, type, texture, and weight.

Reports Menu

Information on printing various reports such as menu settings, device statistics, and network setup pages.

Network/Ports Menu

Configuration options for network connections, including NIC, TCP/IP, IPv6, and Wireless settings.

Security Menu

Options for managing printer security, including password setup, access controls, and disk wiping.

Settings Menu

Configuration options for general settings like display language, eco-mode, printer behavior, and screen settings.

Help Menu

Details on accessing the printer's built-in help system for guides on various functions.

Saving Money and the Environment

Saving Paper and Toner

Tips for reducing paper and toner usage, including duplex printing and multiple-page printing.

Conserving Supplies

Methods for conserving printer supplies like paper and toner for efficiency.

Saving Energy

Features and settings to reduce energy consumption, such as Eco-Mode and Sleep Mode.

Adjusting Sleep Mode

Instructions for configuring the printer's Sleep mode settings to save energy.

Using Hibernate Mode

Details on the Hibernate mode, an ultra-low power operating mode for the printer.

Recycling Dell Products

Information on how to return Dell products for recycling through the official website.

Securing the Printer

Statement of Volatility

Information on the types of memory in the printer and when to erase stored data.

Erasing Printer Memory

Procedures for erasing volatile and non-volatile memory, including fax data.

Erasing Printer Hard Disk Memory

Steps for securely overwriting files marked for deletion on the printer's hard disk.

Configuring Printer Hard Disk Encryption

Enabling hard disk encryption to protect sensitive data from theft or unauthorized access.

Maintaining the Printer

Cleaning Printer Parts

Instructions for cleaning the printer's exterior using a damp cloth, avoiding chemicals.

Cleaning Scanner Glass

Steps for cleaning the scanner glass and ADF glass to resolve print quality issues.

Checking Parts and Supplies Status

Methods to check the status of printer parts and supplies via the control panel or web server.

Ordering Supplies

Guides for ordering supplies online or by phone using the Supplies Ordering Utility or Printer Home.

Replacing Supplies

Detailed instructions for replacing the toner cartridge, imaging unit, and staple cartridge.

Moving the Printer

Safety guidelines and procedures for safely moving the printer to another location or shipping it.

Clearing Jams

Avoiding Paper Jams

Tips and best practices for loading paper properly to prevent jams.

Understanding Jam Messages and Locations

Guides on interpreting jam messages and identifying locations to clear jams effectively.

Troubleshooting

Understanding Printer Messages

Information on common printer messages related to cartridges, imaging units, and paper.

Basic Printer Problems

Troubleshooting steps for common issues like the printer not responding or the display being blank.

Printer Display is Blank

Steps to resolve issues where the printer's display screen is blank.

Option Problems

Troubleshooting for issues related to internal options not being detected or operating correctly.

Paper Feed Problems

Guidance for resolving issues where paper frequently jams or printing from the wrong tray occurs.

Solving Print Problems

Solutions for various print issues, including PDF printing errors and jobs taking too long.

Solving Copy Problems

Troubleshooting steps for copier issues such as 'Copier does not respond' and 'Poor copy quality'.

Solving Fax Problems

Guidance for resolving fax issues like functions not being set up or inability to send/receive faxes.

Solving Scanner Problems

Troubleshooting steps for scanner issues such as 'not responding' or 'scan job not successful'.

Solving Home Screen Applications Problems

Resolving issues with home screen applications and the Embedded Web Server not opening.

Embedded Web Server Does Not Open

Steps to troubleshoot and resolve issues preventing the Embedded Web Server from opening.

Contacting Technical Support

Information on how to contact technical support, including required details and web resources.

Appendix

Dell Technical Support Policy

Overview of Dell's technical support services for printers and installed software.

Contacting Dell

Provides contact information and web addresses for accessing Dell support and help tools.

Warranty and Return Policy

Information regarding Dell's warranty for hardware products and components.

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