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Lexmark CX331 User Manual

Lexmark CX331
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CX331, CX431, MC3224, MC3326,
MC3426 MFPs
User's Guide
November 2020 www.lexmark.com
Machine type(s):
3500
Models:
285, 485, 685, 876, 8c6

Table of Contents

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Lexmark CX331 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Duplex printingYes
Print technologyLaser
Resolution color600 x 600 DPI
Time to first page (black, normal)10.6 s
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)26 ppm
Copier resize25 - 400 %
Time to first copy (black, normal)13.1 s
Copy speed (color, normal, US Letter)26 cpm
Scanner typeFlatbed & ADF scanner
Image formats supportedJPEG, JPG, TIFF
Document formats supportedPDF
Optical scanning resolution (black)600 x 600 ppi
FaxingMono faxing
Modem speed33.6 Kbit/s
Fax transmission speed3 sec/page
DisplayLCD
Control typeTouch
Product colorBlack, White
Display diagonal2.8 \
Market positioning-
Envelopes sizes7 3/4, 9, 10, B5, C5, DL
Paper tray media typesCard stock, Envelopes, Glossy paper, Labels, Plain paper
Non-ISO print media sizesExecutive (184 x 267mm), Folio (media size), Hagaki card, Legal (media size), Letter (media size), Statement (140 x 216mm)
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)A4, A5, A6
JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9)B5
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeA4
Wi-Fi standards802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Cabling technology10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Mobile printing technologiesApple AirPrint
USB connectorUSB Type-A / USB Type-B
USB 2.0 ports quantity2
Package depth556 mm
Package width440 mm
Package height519 mm
Package weight22700 g
Total input capacity250 sheets
Total output capacity100 sheets
Printing colorsBlack, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow
Country of originChina
Maximum duty cycle50000 pages per month
Recommended duty cycle600 - 2500 pages per month
Number of print cartridges4
Page description languagesPCL 5, PCL 6, PCLm, PostScript 3
Processor frequency1000 MHz
Card reader integratedNo
Sound pressure level (copying)50 dB
Sound pressure level (scanning)44 dB
Other operating systems supportedNovell NetWare 6.x, Novell Open Enterprise Server 11, Novell Open Enterprise Server 2
Server operating systems supportedSUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 x64, Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR
Power consumption (ready)17 W
Power consumption (sleep)1.14 W
Power consumption (copying)385 W
Power consumption (printing)395 W
Power consumption (scanning)24 W
Power consumption (average operating)- W
Operating temperature (T-T)10 - 32 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)8 - 80 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth394.1 mm
Width411.2 mm
Height344.4 mm

Summary

Safety information

Learn about the printer

Printer configurations

Identifies and describes the main components of Lexmark MC3224dwe MFP.

Selecting paper

Guidelines and characteristics for choosing and using various types of paper.

Set up, install, and configure

Selecting a location for the printer

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

Attaching cables

Instructions for connecting various cables like power, telephone, Ethernet, and USB.

Setting up the printer to fax

Instructions for configuring the printer's fax functionality using wizards or menus.

Configuring the e‑mail SMTP settings

Steps to configure SMTP settings for sending scanned documents via email.

Loading paper and specialty media

Instructions on setting paper size/type and loading paper into trays and feeders.

Installing and updating software, drivers, and firmware

Guide for installing printer software, drivers, and updating firmware.

Adding printers to a computer

Steps for adding the printer to a Windows or Macintosh computer for printing.

Networking

Guides and procedures for connecting the printer to various networks.

Secure the printer

Erasing printer memory

Steps to erase volatile and non-volatile memory content from the printer.

Restoring factory default settings

Procedure to reset printer settings and configurations to their factory defaults.

Print

Printing from a computer

Steps to print documents from a computer using various operating systems.

Printing from a mobile device

Methods for printing from mobile devices using Lexmark Mobile Print, Mopria, or AirPrint.

Configuring confidential jobs

Settings for managing confidential print jobs, including expiration and security options.

Printing confidential and other held jobs

Procedures for printing jobs that are held or confidential using Windows and Macintosh.

Copy

E-mail

Sending an e-mail

Steps to send scanned documents via email using the control panel or shortcuts.

Fax

Sending a fax

Procedures for sending faxes using the control panel or a computer.

Scan

Scanning to a computer

Steps to scan documents to a computer using Lexmark Scanback Utility or Windows Fax and Scan.

Use printer menus

Fax

Default settings, setup, admin controls, and logs for fax operations.

E-mail

Configuration settings for sending emails, including SMTP and default options.

Network/Ports

Configuration options for network connections, wireless, Ethernet, TCP/IP, and USB.

Security

Settings for login methods, local accounts, certificates, and confidential print jobs.

Maintain the printer

Replacing parts and supplies

Step-by-step instructions for replacing various printer components.

Cleaning printer parts

Guidelines and procedures for cleaning printer components like the exterior and touch screen.

Troubleshoot a problem

Print quality problems

Guides to identify and resolve common print quality issues using test pages.

Printing problems

Troubleshooting steps for various print quality issues like dark, light, or missing colors.

Print jobs do not print

Steps to resolve issues where print jobs are not being sent or processed by the printer.

Slow printing

Troubleshooting steps to diagnose and resolve slow printing performance.

Job prints from the wrong tray or on the wrong paper

Steps to resolve issues where jobs print from the incorrect tray or on the wrong paper.

Confidential and other held documents do not print

Troubleshooting steps when held or confidential print jobs fail to print.

The printer is not responding

Steps to troubleshoot printer unresponsiveness, checking power, connections, and modes.

Network connection problems

Troubleshooting steps for issues accessing the Embedded Web Server and Wi-Fi network.

Issues with supplies

Troubleshooting steps for cartridge region mismatches and non-Lexmark supplies.

Clearing jams

Tips, identification of locations, and procedures for clearing paper jams.

Paper feed problems

Troubleshooting steps for envelope seals, collated printing, tray linking, and paper jams.

E-mailing problems

Steps to disable SMTP error messages and troubleshoot inability to send emails.

Faxing problems

Troubleshooting steps for caller ID display, sending/receiving faxes, and fax print quality.

Scanning problems

Troubleshooting steps for scanning to computer, network folders, and file transfer issues.

Color quality problems

Methods to modify colors in print output and troubleshoot color tinting.

Contacting customer support

Information on how to contact Lexmark customer support for assistance.

Notices

STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY FOR LEXMARK LASER PRINTERS, LEXMARK LED PRINTERS, AND LEXMARK MULTIFUNCTION LASER PRINTERS

Lexmark's limited warranty terms and conditions for laser and multifunction printers.

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