Dell S5840cdn User Manual

Dell S5840cdn Laser Printer
User's Guide
May 2016
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Dell S5840cdn Specifications

General

Maximum Print Resolution	1200 x 1200 dpi
Processor Speed	1.2 GHz
Fax Resolution	300 x 300 dpi
Print Technology	Laser
Connectivity	USB 2.0
Operating System Compatibility	Windows, macOS, Linux
Product Type	Laser Printer
Functions	Print, Copy, Scan, Fax
Scanner Type	Flatbed
Maximum Scan Size (Flatbed)	8.5 x 11.7 inches
Maximum Scan Size (ADF)	8.5 in x 14 in
Supported Media Sizes	Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, A6, B5, Envelopes
Supported Media Types	Plain, Bond, Recycled, Heavy, Labels, Cardstock, Envelopes

Summary

Safety information

Conventions

Explains standard symbols and warnings used in the manual.

Learning about the printer

Finding information about the printer

Guides users on how to locate printer documentation and support resources.

Setting up and using the home screen applications

Customizing the home screen

Instructions for personalizing the printer's main display interface.

Setting up Forms and Favorites

Configure shortcuts and custom forms for quick access.

Loading paper and specialty media

Loading trays

Step-by-step guide for loading paper into printer trays.

Loading the multipurpose feeder

Instructions for loading paper into the multipurpose feeder.

Printing

Printing from a computer

Basic steps for sending print jobs from a PC.

Printing from a flash drive

Print documents directly from a USB flash drive.

Securing the printer

Erasing printer memory

Steps to clear sensitive data from printer memory.

Erasing printer hard disk memory

Procedure to securely wipe data from the printer's hard disk.

Maintaining the printer

Networking

Information on connecting the printer to networks.

Cleaning the printer

How to clean the printer's exterior and interior.

Ordering supplies

Guidance on how to check and order printer supplies.

Replacing parts and supplies

Replacing a toner cartridge

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

Replacing the imaging unit

Replacing the fuser

Replacing the pick roller

Replacing the pick roller in the 550-sheet tray

Steps to replace the pick roller in paper trays.

Moving the printer

Moving the printer to another location

Safety guidelines and procedures for relocating the printer.

Saving energy and paper

Setting up power saver modes

Configure Eco-Mode, Sleep, and Hibernate modes.

Clearing jams

Avoiding jams

Tips and best practices to prevent paper jams.

Load paper properly

Correct methods for loading paper into trays to prevent jams.

Identifying jam locations

Troubleshooting

Network connection problems

Solutions for issues connecting the printer to a network.

Print jobs do not print

Troubleshooting steps when print jobs are not processed.

Print quality is poor

Blank or white pages

Solutions for prints that are blank or entirely white.

Dark print

Troubleshooting steps for prints that are too dark.

The printer is not responding

Color quality problems

Adjusting toner darkness

Steps to adjust the darkness of printed toner.

Upgrading and migrating

Hardware

Information about hardware options and upgrades for the printer.

Installing a memory card

Step-by-step guide for installing a memory card.

Software

Installing the printer software

Guide for installing the necessary printer software on a computer.

Firmware

Updating firmware

Steps to update the printer's firmware.

Appendix

Dell Technical Support Policy

Details on Dell's technical support services for the printer.

Product power consumption

Table detailing the printer's power usage in various modes.