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Dell B5460dn Mono Laser Printer - User Manual

Dell B5460dn Mono Laser Printer
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Dell B5460dn Laser Printer
User's Guide
May 2012 www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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Table of Contents

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Questions and Answers

  • A
    Amy TylerAug 31, 2025
    What to do if Dell Printer shows 'Defective flash detected'?
    • R
      Rebecca CooperAug 31, 2025
      If your Dell printer displays 'Defective flash detected', replace the defective flash memory card. Alternatively, you can press on the printer control panel to ignore the message and continue printing, or cancel the current print job.
  • V
    Victor HughesSep 9, 2025
    What to do if Dell B5460dn Mono Laser Printer says 'Imaging unit very low'?
    • E
      Ernest HerreraSep 9, 2025
      If your Dell printer displays 'Imaging unit very low', you may need to replace the imaging unit very soon. If necessary, press to clear the message and continue printing.
  • N
    Nicholas WhiteAug 29, 2025
    How to fix 'Disk full' error on Dell B5460dn Mono Laser Printer?
    • K
      Katherine GarnerAug 30, 2025
      If your Dell printer displays 'Disk full', you can press on the printer control panel to clear the message and continue printing. You can also delete fonts, macros, and other data stored on the printer's hard disk, or install a printer hard disk with a larger capacity.
  • C
    Christopher AbbottSep 23, 2025
    What to do if Dell B5460dn Mono Laser Printer shows 'Tray [x] paper size unsupported'?
    • M
      Megan GarnerSep 23, 2025
      If your Dell printer displays 'Tray [x] paper size unsupported', the paper size in the specified tray is not supported. Replace it with a supported paper size.
  • E
    Erica WallsSep 12, 2025
    What to do if Dell Printer shows 'Incompatible tray'?
    • S
      Sonya Conner MDSep 12, 2025
      If your Dell printer displays 'Incompatible tray', remove the specified tray. Alternatively, press on the printer control panel to clear the message and continue printing without using the specified tray.
  • A
    Aimee TrujilloSep 14, 2025
    What to do if Dell Printer shows 'Insufficient memory for Flash Memory Defragment operation'?
    • B
      Brian JonesSep 14, 2025
      If your Dell printer displays 'Insufficient memory for Flash Memory Defragment operation', press on the printer control panel to stop the defragmentation and continue printing. You can also delete fonts, macros, and other data in the printer memory or install additional printer memory.
  • R
    Robert GarrettSep 23, 2025
    What to do if Dell B5460dn Mono Laser shows 'PPDS font error'?
    • J
      Jim MarshallSep 23, 2025
      If your Dell printer displays 'PPDS font error', you can press on the printer control panel to clear the message and continue printing. If the printer cannot find the requested font, you can navigate to the PPDS menu and turn on Best Fit. Alternatively, cancel the current print job.
  • M
    Mary DuranAug 27, 2025
    How to resolve 'Load [paper source] with [custom string]' on Dell B5460dn Mono Laser Printer?
    • A
      Allison KhanAug 27, 2025
      If your Dell printer shows 'Load [paper source] with [custom string]', load the indicated tray or feeder with the correct size and type of paper. Alternatively, you can press on the printer control panel to clear the message and continue printing, or cancel the current job.
  • D
    Debra WrightAug 26, 2025
    What to do if Dell B5460dn Mono Laser Printer shows 'Check tray [x] connection'?
    • D
      durannormanAug 26, 2025
      If your Dell printer displays 'Check tray [x] connection', try turning the printer off and then back on. If the error occurs again: 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Unplug the power cord. 3. Remove the specified tray. 4. Reattach the tray. 5. Connect the power cord. 6. Turn the printer back on. If the error persists, repeat steps 1-3, then contact technical support. You can also press to clear the message and continue printing.
  • A
    Anthony GreeneAug 25, 2025
    Why does my Dell B5460dn Mono Laser say 'Incorrect paper size'?
    • T
      Thomas BallAug 26, 2025
      If your Dell printer is displaying 'Incorrect paper size', load the correct size of paper in the tray. Also, check the tray length and width guides to ensure the paper is loaded properly. Make sure the correct paper size and type are specified in Print Properties, the Print dialog, and the Paper menu on the printer control panel. If the MP Feeder Size is set to Universal, ensure the paper is large enough for the data being printed. Alternatively, you can press on the printer control panel to clear the message and print using a different tray, or cancel the print job.

Summary

Safety Information

Safety Information

General safety precautions and warnings for printer operation and handling.

Learning about the printer

Selecting a location for the printer

Guidelines for choosing an optimal and safe placement for the printer.

Additional printer setup

Installing internal options

Steps for installing optional hardware like memory cards and hard disks.

Installing hardware options

Instructions for installing various hardware upgrades and accessories.

Setting up the printer software

Procedures for installing printer drivers and software on Windows and Macintosh.

Networking

Connecting the printer to a wireless network

Steps for wireless network setup using WPS or Embedded Web Server.

Loading paper and specialty media

Setting the paper size and type

Configuring the printer for different paper sizes, types, and custom settings.

Loading the 550-sheet tray

Instructions for properly loading paper into the 550-sheet tray.

Loading the 2100-sheet tray

Step-by-step guide for loading paper into the 2100-sheet tray.

Printing

Securing the printer

Maintaining the printer

Replacing supplies

Procedures for replacing consumables like toner cartridges and imaging units.

Clearing jams

Troubleshooting

Paper feed problems

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to paper jams and misfeeds.

Print quality problems

Solutions for common print quality issues like jagged text and clipped images.

Dell B5460dn Mono Laser Printer Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyLaser
Print Resolution1200 x 1200 dpi
Standard Memory512 MB
Output Capacity500 sheets
Processor Speed800 MHz
Weight52.9 lbs
Monthly Duty Cycle275, 000 pages
Input Capacity650 sheets
ConnectivityUSB 2.0, Ethernet
First Page Out Time4.4 seconds
Maximum Paper SizeA4, Legal
Operating System CompatibilityWindows, Linux, Mac OS
Duplex PrintingStandard

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