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Lexmark CX517 User Manual

Lexmark CX517
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CX510, CX517
User's Guide
November 2017 www.lexmark.com
Machine type(s):
7527
Model(s):
636, 637

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Lexmark CX517 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLexmark
ModelCX517
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Information

Conventions

Explains notes, warnings, and different types of caution statements used in the guide.

Learning About the Printer

Finding Information About the Printer

Details on where to find setup documentation, user guides, and accessibility information.

Selecting a Location for the Printer

Guidelines for choosing a suitable location, including ventilation and environmental requirements.

Printer Configurations

Information on floor-mounted configurations and furniture stability requirements for the printer.

Understanding the Basic Functions of the Scanner

Overview of scanner functions like copying, faxing, and scanning to various destinations.

Using the ADF and Scanner Glass

Explains when to use the Automatic Document Feeder vs. the scanner glass for documents.

Understanding the Printer Control Panel

Using the Printer Control Panel

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

Understanding the Home Screen

Describes the basic home screen and how its appearance may vary based on settings.

Understanding the Colors of the Sleep Button and Indicator Lights

Explains the meaning of different indicator and sleep button light colors and statuses.

Using the Touch-Screen Buttons

Details the function of various touch-screen buttons and other common buttons.

Setting Up and Using the Home Screen Applications

Finding the IP Address of the Computer

Instructions for finding the computer's IP address on Windows and Macintosh systems.

Finding the IP Address of the Printer

Methods to locate the printer's IP address for network configuration.

Accessing the Embedded Web Server

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

Customizing the Home Screen

Steps to show or hide basic function icons and customize home screen icons.

Understanding the Different Applications

Describes various applications like Card Copy, Fax, Forms and Favorites, and Scan to Network.

Activating the Home Screen Applications

Explains the process of activating and setting up preinstalled home screen applications.

Finding Information About the Home Screen Applications

Guidance on finding information for Scan to Network and other home screen applications.

Setting Up Forms and Favorites

How to streamline work by quickly finding and printing frequently used online forms.

Setting up Card Copy

Instructions for quickly and easily copying insurance, identification, and other wallet-size cards.

Using MyShortcut

Create shortcuts on the printer home screen for frequently used copy, fax, or e-mail jobs.

Setting up Multi Send

Scan a document and send it to multiple destinations.

Setting up Scan to Network

Scan a document and send it to a shared network folder.

Setting up Remote Operator Panel

Interact with the printer control panel remotely from your computer.

Exporting and Importing a Configuration

How to export and import printer configuration settings to other printers.

Additional Printer Setup

Installing Internal Options

Details on installing internal options like memory card, flash memory, and printer hard disk.

Accessing the Controller Board

Safety precautions and procedures for accessing the printer's controller board.

Installing Hardware Options

Information on the order of installation for hardware options and safety precautions.

Installing Optional Trays

Instructions for installing optional 550-sheet and 650-sheet duo trays.

Attaching Cables

Guidance on connecting various cables like power, USB, Ethernet, and telephone lines.

Setting Up the Printer Software

Steps for installing the printer software and adding available options in the print driver.

Networking

Information on wireless network adapters, SSIDs, and network security methods.

Loading Paper and Specialty Media

Setting the Paper Size and Type

How to navigate the printer menu to select paper size and type for loaded paper.

Configuring Universal Paper Settings

User-defined settings for printing on paper sizes not preset in the printer menus.

Loading the 250‑ and 550‑sheet tray

Instructions for loading paper into the standard 250-sheet tray and optional 550-sheet tray.

Loading the Manual Feeder

How to load single sheets of paper into the manual feeder for printing.

Loading the 650‑sheet duo tray

Instructions for loading paper into the 650-sheet duo tray.

Loading the Multipurpose Feeder

Steps for preparing and loading paper into the multipurpose feeder.

Linking and Unlinking Trays

How printer trays link when paper size/type match, and how to prevent linking.

Paper and Specialty Media Guide

Using Specialty Media

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

Paper Guidelines

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

Selecting Preprinted Forms and Letterhead

Guidelines for selecting preprinted forms and letterhead for optimal results.

Using Recycled Paper and Other Office Papers

Lexmark's support for recycled paper and guidelines for its use.

Storing Paper

Recommended guidelines for paper storage to avoid jams and ensure print quality.

Supported Paper Sizes, Types, and Weights

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

Printing

Printing Forms

How to print forms using the Forms and Favorites feature.

Printing a Document

Instructions for printing documents from a computer, including setting paper size and type.

Printing in Black and White

How to set the printer to print only in black and white.

Adjusting Toner Darkness

Methods to adjust toner darkness using the Embedded Web Server or printer control panel.

Using Max Speed and Max Yield

Choosing between faster print speed or higher toner yield for print jobs.

Printing from a Flash Drive

Steps to print documents directly from a USB flash drive.

Printing from a Mobile Device

Information on mobile printing solutions like Mopria Print Service and Google Cloud Print.

Printing Confidential and Other Held Jobs

Instructions for storing, printing, and managing confidential, verified, reserved, and repeat print jobs.

Printing Information Pages

How to print a font sample list and a directory list.

Canceling a Print Job

Procedures for canceling print jobs from the printer control panel.

Copying

Making Copies

How to make a quick copy using the ADF or scanner glass.

Copying Using the ADF

Steps for loading documents into the ADF tray for copying.

Copying Using the Scanner Glass

Instructions for placing documents or photos on the scanner glass for copying.

Copying Photos

Guidance on copying photos, including content source settings.

Copying on Specialty Media

Specific instructions for copying transparencies and letterhead.

Creating a Copy Shortcut Using the Printer Control Panel

How to create and save custom copy settings as shortcuts on the printer.

Customizing Copy Settings

Options for copying to a different size and making copies using paper from a selected tray.

Making Copies Using Paper from a Selected Tray

Instructions on selecting a specific paper tray for copy jobs.

Copying Different Paper Sizes

How to copy documents with different paper sizes onto mixed or single paper sizes.

Copying on Both Sides of the Paper (Duplexing)

Steps to perform two-sided copying.

Reducing or Enlarging Copies

How to scale copies from 25% to 400% of the original document size.

Adjusting Copy Quality

Adjusting settings like content type, content source, and sharpness for copy quality.

Collating Copies

Choosing to print copies as a set (collated) or as groups of pages (not collated).

Placing Separator Sheets Between Copies

How to place blank separator sheets between copies, pages, or jobs.

Copying Multiple Pages Onto a Single Sheet

Techniques to copy two or four pages onto a single sheet to save paper.

Creating a Custom Copy Job

Combining multiple original documents into a single copy job with different parameters.

Placing Information on Copies

Adding headers or footers, and overlay messages onto copy pages.

Canceling a Copy Job

Procedures for canceling copy jobs while originals are scanning or pages are printing.

Understanding the Copy Options

Explains options like Copy from, Copy to, Scale, Darkness, Copies, Sides (Duplex), Collate, and Content.

E-mailing

Setting Up the Printer to E-mail

Steps for setting up the e-mail function and configuring e-mail settings.

Creating an E-mail Shortcut

How to create e-mail shortcuts using the Embedded Web Server or printer control panel.

E-mailing a Document

Methods for sending e-mails using the printer control panel, shortcut number, or address book.

Customizing E-mail Settings

Options for adding subject/message information and changing the output file type.

Canceling an E-mail

Procedure for canceling an e-mail job while scanning or after it has been sent.

Understanding the E-mail Options

Details on options like Recipient(s), Subject, Message, File Name, Original Size, Resolution, Color, and Content.

Faxing

Setting Up the Printer to Fax

Initial fax setup, including entering fax name and number via control panel or Web Server.

Choosing a Fax Connection

Information on setting up fax using a standard telephone line, DSL, VoIP, or cable modem.

Connecting the Printer to a Dedicated Fax Line

Setup instructions for connecting the printer to a dedicated fax line.

Connecting the Printer to a Wall Jack

Diagrams for connecting the printer to a telephone wall jack, sharing with an answering machine.

Connecting to a Distinctive Ring Service

Steps to connect the equipment and change distinctive ring settings for answering calls.

Setting the Outgoing Fax Name and Number

How to set the name and number that appears on outgoing faxes via Web Server.

Setting the Date and Time

How to set the date and time that prints on every fax.

Configuring the Printer to Observe Daylight Saving Time

Setting the printer to automatically adjust for daylight saving time.

Sending a Fax

Methods for sending faxes using the printer control panel, computer, or shortcut number.

Sending a Fax Using the Computer

Instructions for sending faxes from Windows and Macintosh computers.

Creating Shortcuts

Assigning shortcut numbers to fax numbers or groups using Embedded Web Server or control panel.

Customizing Fax Settings

Changing fax resolution, darkness, and other settings.

Making a Fax Lighter or Darker

Adjusting the darkness of the fax output.

Viewing a Fax Log

How to view fax job logs and call logs.

Blocking Junk Faxes

Options for blocking incoming faxes with no caller ID or specific numbers.

Canceling an Outgoing Fax

Procedures for canceling faxes during scanning or after scanning to memory.

Holding and Forwarding Faxes

Options to hold received faxes for manual or scheduled release and forward faxes.

Understanding the Fax Options

Details on fax options like Resolution, Darkness, Page Setup, Content, and Delayed Send.

Scanning

Using Scan to Network

Scan documents to network destinations specified by your support person.

Scanning to an FTP Address

Scan documents directly to a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) server.

Creating Shortcuts

Create permanent FTP destinations and assign shortcut numbers.

Scanning to a Computer or Flash Drive

Scan documents directly to a computer or flash drive over the network.

Scanning to a Computer Using the Embedded Web Server

Create scan profiles on your computer and download them to the printer.

Setting Up Scan to Computer

Instructions for setting up scan to computer feature, supported on Windows Vista or later.

Scanning to a Flash Drive

Steps to scan documents and save them to a flash drive.

Understanding the Scan Options

Details on scan options like FTP, File Name, Original Size, Resolution, Color, Content, and Send As.

Understanding the Printer Menus

Menus List

An overview of the main menus available on the printer, including Supplies, Paper, Reports, etc.

Supplies Menu

Information on viewing the status of toner cartridges, waste toner bottle, imaging kit, and maintenance kit.

Paper Menu

Settings related to paper handling, including default source, size, type, texture, and weight.

Reports Menu

Options for printing various reports such as menu settings, device statistics, and network setup pages.

Network/Ports

Settings related to network connectivity, including Active NIC, Standard Network, and TCP/IP.

Security Menu

Options for managing printer security, including editing security setups and access controls.

Saving Money and the Environment

Saving Paper and Toner

Tips to reduce paper and toner usage, such as duplex printing and printing multiple pages.

Using Recycled Paper

Lexmark's support for recycled paper and guidelines for its use.

Conserving Supplies

Practices to conserve supplies, like printing on both sides and using the preview feature.

Saving Energy

Information on saving energy through modes like Sleep Mode, Hibernate Mode, and Eco-Mode.

Using Eco-Mode

How to configure Eco-Mode settings to minimize energy and paper usage.

Adjusting Sleep Mode

How to set the idle time before the printer enters Sleep mode.

Using Hibernate Mode

Information about the ultra-low power Hibernate mode and how to enter it.

Setting Hibernate Timeout

How to set the time the printer waits before entering Hibernate mode.

Adjusting the Brightness of the Printer Display

How to adjust the printer display's brightness settings to save energy or improve visibility.

Securing the Printer

Using the Security Lock Feature

Instructions for attaching a security lock to secure the printer in place.

Statement of Volatility

Details on the types of memory in the printer and when to erase them.

Disposing of a Printer Hard Disk

Steps for securely disposing of a printer hard disk in high-security environments.

Erasing Volatile Memory

How to erase volatile memory (RAM) by simply turning off the printer.

Erasing Non-Volatile Memory

Steps to erase individual settings, network settings, and security settings.

Erasing Printer Hard Disk Memory

Methods for securely overwriting print job files marked for deletion.

Configuring Printer Hard Disk Encryption

Enabling hard disk encryption to prevent sensitive data loss in case of theft.

Finding Printer Security Information

Where to find more information on printer security in high-security environments.

Maintaining the Printer

Cleaning the Printer

Safety precautions and steps for cleaning the printer's exterior.

Cleaning the Scanner Glass

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

Checking the Status of Parts and Supplies

How to check supply status via the printer control panel or Embedded Web Server.

Estimated Number of Remaining Pages

Explanation of how the estimated number of remaining pages is calculated and its accuracy.

Ordering Supplies

Information on how to order supplies, including toner cartridges and imaging kits.

Using Genuine Lexmark Parts and Supplies

Benefits of using genuine Lexmark parts and supplies for optimal performance and warranty.

Ordering Toner Cartridges

Part numbers for various toner cartridges, including return program and standard yield options.

Ordering Imaging Kits

Part numbers for black and color imaging kits.

Ordering a Maintenance Kit

Information regarding the replacement of the printer's maintenance kit.

Storing Supplies

Recommendations for storing printer supplies to maintain their quality.

Replacing Supplies

Detailed instructions for replacing consumables like waste toner bottle and imaging kit.

Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle

Step-by-step guide for removing and replacing the waste toner bottle.

Replacing a Black and Color Imaging Kit

Instructions for replacing the black and color imaging kits.

Replacing a Developer Unit

Procedures for replacing developer units when print quality defects occur.

Replacing Toner Cartridges

Instructions for removing and replacing toner cartridges.

Moving the Printer

Safety warnings and guidelines for moving the printer to another location.

Shipping the Printer

Recommendation to use original packaging when shipping the printer.

Managing the Printer

Finding Advanced Networking and Administrator Information

Locating information on administrative tasks using the Embedded Web Server.

Checking the Virtual Display

How the virtual display on screen mimics the printer control panel.

Setting Up E-mail Alerts

Configuring email alerts for low supplies, paper changes, or paper jams.

Viewing Reports

How to view reports from the Embedded Web Server for printer status assessment.

Configuring Supply Notifications from the Embedded Web Server

Setting up alerts for low supplies via email, warning, or continuable stop notifications.

Copying Printer Settings to Other Printers

Instructions for copying printer settings, including language, to other network printers.

Restoring Factory Default Settings

How to restore printer settings to factory defaults, including Wipe All Settings option.

Clearing Jams

Avoiding Jams

Tips for proper paper loading to prevent jams.

Use Recommended Paper

Guidelines on using recommended paper or specialty media to avoid jams.

Identifying Jam Locations

Diagrams and descriptions of common jam locations within the printer.

Paper Jam in the Standard Bin

Steps to clear paper jams from the standard output bin.

Paper Jam in the Front Door

Instructions for clearing paper jams located in the front door area.

Paper Jam in the Fuser

Procedure for clearing paper jams in the fuser area, including safety warnings.

Paper Jam in the Duplex Unit

Steps to clear paper jams from the duplex unit.

Paper Jam in Trays

Instructions for removing jammed paper from the printer trays.

Paper Jam in the Manual Feeder

Steps to clear paper jams from the manual feeder.

Paper Jam in the Multipurpose Feeder

Procedure for removing jammed paper from the multipurpose feeder.

Paper Jam in the Automatic Document Feeder

Instructions for clearing paper jams from the automatic document feeder tray.

Troubleshooting

Understanding the Printer Messages

Explanation of common printer messages and how to resolve them.

Solving Printer Problems

Troubleshooting steps for basic printer issues like blank display or unresponsive printer.

Option Problems

Guidance for resolving issues like the printer not detecting internal options or memory cards.

Tray Problems

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to printer trays not working correctly.

Paper Feed Problems

Solutions for jammed pages not reprinting and frequent paper jams.

Print Quality Problems

Troubleshooting steps for common print quality issues like jagged edges or clipped pages.

Solving Fax Problems

Guidance for resolving fax issues like caller ID not shown or inability to send/receive faxes.

Solving Scanner Problems

Troubleshooting steps for scanner issues like not responding or poor scanned image quality.

Solving Home Screen Application Problems

Steps to resolve application errors and issues with the Embedded Web Server not opening.

Notices

Product Information

Details about the printer product name, machine type, and model numbers.

Edition Notice

Information regarding warranty disclaimers, technical inaccuracies, and copyright details.

Licensing Notices

Information on where to find licensing notices associated with the product.

Trademarks

List of trademarks and registered trademarks of companies associated with the product.

Noise Emission Levels

Measurements of average sound pressure levels for printing, scanning, copying, and ready modes.

Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive

Information on WEEE logo signifying recycling programs and encouragement for product recycling.

India E-Waste Notice

Compliance statement regarding India E-Waste rules and prohibited substances.

Product Disposal

Guidance on proper disposal of the printer and supplies, consulting local authorities.

Static Sensitivity Notice

Identifies static-sensitive parts and precautions to avoid static discharge.

ENERGY STAR

Information about ENERGY STAR certification for energy efficiency.

Temperature Information

Details on ambient, shipping, and storage temperatures and relative humidity.

Laser Notice

Certification details for Class I laser products and internal Class IIIb laser information.

Laser Advisory Label

A notice about invisible laser radiation when cartridges are removed.

Power Consumption

Documentation of power consumption characteristics for different printer modes.

Total Energy Usage

Guidance on calculating total product energy usage by multiplying power consumption by time.

Regulatory Notices for Electromagnetic Compatibility

Information pertaining to electromagnetic compatibility and FCC compliance.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Information Statement

FCC statement on device compliance, interference, and measures to correct interference.

Industry Canada Compliance Statement

Compliance statement for Class B digital apparatus meeting Canadian standards.

Avis de Conformité aux Normes de l’Industrie du Canada

French version of the Industry Canada compliance statement.

日本の VCCI 規定

Japanese VCCI compliance statement regarding information technology equipment.

European Community (EC) Directives Conformity

Product conformity with EC directives on EMC, safety, and hazardous substances.

Regulatory Notices for Telecommunication Terminal Equipment

Regulatory information pertaining to products with telecommunication terminal equipment.

Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network: FCC Requirements

FCC requirements for connecting to the US telephone network, including REN and surge arrestors.

Notice to Users of the Canadian Telephone Network

Technical specifications for the Canadian telephone network, including REN information.

Avis Réservé aux Utilisateurs du Réseau Téléphonique du Canada

French version of notices for users of the Canadian telephone network.

Notice to Users of the New Zealand Telephone Network

Special conditions for Facsimile User Instructions for New Zealand Telecom network.

Japanese Telecom Notice

Compliance statement regarding Japanese Telecommunication Law for optional modem.

Using This Product in Switzerland

Requirement for a Swiss billing tone filter for lines receiving metering pulses in Switzerland.

Statement of Limited Warranty for Lexmark Laser Printers, Lexmark LED Printers, and Lexmark Multifunction Laser Printers

Details of the limited warranty for Lexmark printers, including coverage and exclusions.

Limited Warranty Service

Information on obtaining warranty service, responsibilities, and limitations of liability.

Extent of Limited Warranty

Exclusions from warranty service, such as modification, misuse, or environmental factors.