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Dell S5830DN User Manual

Dell S5830DN
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Dell S5830dn Laser Printer
User's Guide
May 2016
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Dell S5830DN Specifications

General IconGeneral
Printer TypeWorkgroup Printer
Print TechnologyLaser
Print Speed (Black)63 ppm
Print Resolution1200 x 1200 dpi
Paper Capacity650 sheets
Duplex PrintingAutomatic
RAM Installed (Max)1 GB (2 GB max)
Supported Operating SystemsWindows, Mac OS, Linux
Monochrome or ColorMonochrome
ConnectivityUSB 2.0
Media TypePlain paper, envelopes, labels, cardstock

Summary

Safety information

Conventions

Explains how notes, warnings, and cautions are used to convey important information.

Learning about the printer

Finding information about the printer

Guides users on where to find setup, software, and support documentation for the printer.

Selecting a location for the printer

Provides guidelines for choosing a suitable and safe location for the printer, considering ventilation and stability.

Printer configurations

Illustrates and describes the basic and fully configured models of the printer, including optional components.

Understanding the printer control panel

Using the printer control panel

Explains the function of each button and display element on the printer's control panel.

Understanding the home screen

Describes the printer's home screen, its buttons, and icons for initiating actions.

Setting up and using the home screen applications

Accessing the Embedded Web Server

Explains how to access the printer's web interface for remote configuration and management.

Additional printer setup

Installing internal options

Lists available internal hardware options and provides a general safety warning before accessing the controller board.

Attaching cables

Details the safety precautions and steps for connecting various cables to the printer.

Setting up the printer software

Guides users through obtaining and installing the printer software package.

Networking

Connecting the printer using the Wireless Setup Wizard

Provides step-by-step instructions for connecting the printer to a wireless network using the setup wizard.

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

Details the methods (Push Button, PIN) for connecting the printer to a wireless network using WPS.

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

Explains how to connect the printer to a wireless network via the Embedded Web Server.

Loading paper and specialty media

Setting the paper size and type

Guides users on setting the paper size and type for different trays via the printer control panel.

Loading the 250‑ or 550‑sheet tray

Provides instructions for loading paper into the 250- or 550-sheet paper trays.

Loading the 2100‑sheet tray

Provides instructions for loading paper into the 2100-sheet paper tray.

Loading the multipurpose feeder

Guides users on how to load paper or specialty media into the multipurpose feeder.

Paper and specialty media guide

Using specialty media

Provides tips and guidelines for using specialty media like card stock and envelopes.

Paper guidelines

Explains paper characteristics affecting print quality and reliability, such as weight, curl, and moisture.

Supported paper sizes, types, and weights

Lists the paper sizes, types, and weights supported by the printer and its options.

Printing

Printing a document

Explains the basic steps for printing a document from a computer.

Adjusting toner darkness

Details how to adjust the toner darkness for print output via the web server or control panel.

Printing from a flash drive

Guides users on how to print documents directly from a USB flash drive.

Printing from a mobile device

Explains how to print from mobile devices using various services like Mopria, Google Cloud Print, and AirPrint.

Printing confidential and other held jobs

Storing print jobs in the printer

Explains how to store print jobs in the printer for later release, categorized by type.

Understanding printer menus

Menus list

Provides an overview of the printer's menu structure, categorizing settings by function.

Paper menu

Details the settings available within the Paper menu for configuring paper sources, sizes, and types.

Network/Ports menu

Details settings for network connectivity, including active NIC, Ethernet, and USB ports.

Security menu

Details security settings like login restrictions, panel/remote login timeouts, and confidential print options.

Settings menu

Covers general printer settings like display language and supply estimates.

Print Settings

Details print settings such as printer language, job waiting, and printable area.

Quality menu

Covers settings related to print quality, including resolution, pixel boost, and toner darkness.

Saving money and the environment

Saving paper and toner

Provides suggestions for saving paper and toner to reduce environmental impact and costs.

Saving energy

Explains how to use Eco-Mode and Quiet Mode to reduce energy consumption and printer noise.

Using Hibernate mode

Describes the Hibernate mode as an ultra-low-power saving option for the printer.

Securing the printer

Statement of Volatility

Describes the types of memory in the printer and circumstances for erasing memory content.

Maintaining the printer

Cleaning the printer

Provides instructions for cleaning the exterior of the printer safely.

Replacing supplies

Covers the process of replacing consumable supplies like toner and imaging units.

Replacing the toner cartridge

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the toner cartridge in the printer.

Replacing the imaging unit

Provides detailed instructions for replacing the printer's imaging unit.

Moving the printer

Managing the printer

Modifying confidential print settings

Guides users on modifying settings for confidential print jobs, such as PIN attempts and expiration.

Copying printer settings to other printers

Details how to copy printer settings from one network printer to another.

Clearing jams

Avoiding jams

Offers advice on proper paper loading and handling to prevent paper jams.

Paper jam in the front cover

Provides step-by-step instructions for clearing a paper jam located in the front cover area.

Paper jam in the rear door

Details the procedure for clearing a paper jam found behind the rear door of the printer.

Paper jam in the standard bin

Explains how to clear a paper jam that occurs within the printer's standard paper bin.

Paper jam in the duplex unit

Provides instructions for clearing a paper jam located within the printer's duplex unit.

Paper jam in the multipurpose feeder

Details how to clear a paper jam from the printer's multipurpose feeder.

Staple jam in the finisher

Provides instructions for clearing a staple jam from the printer's finisher unit.

Troubleshooting

Understanding the printer messages

Explains common printer messages and provides initial troubleshooting steps for each.

Check tray [x] connection

Provides steps to troubleshoot issues with paper tray connections, including power cycling and reattachment.

Defective flash detected [51]

Offers solutions for detecting a defective flash memory card, including replacement.

Memory full [38]

Offers solutions for memory full errors, including canceling jobs or adding memory.

The printer is not responding

A step-by-step guide to troubleshoot a printer that is not responding to commands.

Printer display is blank

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

Paper frequently jams

Provides steps to diagnose and resolve frequent paper jams.

Confidential and other held documents do not print

Offers solutions for when confidential or held print jobs fail to print.

Unable to read flash drive

Guides users on resolving issues with the printer being unable to read a USB flash drive.

Incorrect characters print

Offers solutions for when incorrect characters appear on printouts, often related to font or emulation settings.

Print jobs do not print

A comprehensive guide to troubleshoot situations where print jobs are not being processed at all.

Characters have jagged or uneven edges

Offers solutions for jagged or uneven characters in printouts, often related to font support.

Clipped pages or images

Guides users on resolving issues where pages or images are clipped or cut off in the output.

Gray background on prints

Offers steps to resolve gray backgrounds or shading on printouts, often by adjusting toner darkness.

Horizontal voids appear on prints

Provides solutions for horizontal void lines in printouts, related to toner distribution or imaging unit.

Incorrect margins on prints

Provides steps to resolve issues with incorrect print margins, focusing on paper size and guides.

Paper curl

Offers solutions for paper curl issues, related to paper storage, handling, and settings.

Print is too dark

Guides users on resolving printouts that are too dark, often by adjusting toner darkness or checking paper.

Printer is printing blank pages

Provides steps to resolve issues where the printer outputs blank pages.

Repeating defects appear on prints

Offers solutions for repeating defects on prints, often indicating a need to replace imaging unit or fuser.

Shadow images appear on prints

Provides steps to resolve issues where shadow images appear on printouts.

Skewed print

Guides users on resolving skewed print issues, focusing on paper guides and tray settings.

Streaked horizontal lines appear on prints

Offers solutions for streaked horizontal lines in printouts.

Streaked vertical lines appear on prints

Guides users on resolving streaked vertical lines in printouts.

Transparency print quality is poor

Provides steps to improve print quality when using transparencies.

Toner rubs off

Provides solutions for toner rubbing off printouts, related to paper settings or quiet mode.

Embedded Web Server does not open

Provides steps to troubleshoot issues where the Embedded Web Server cannot be accessed.

Contacting technical support

Offers advice on how to effectively contact technical support for assistance.

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