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General| Print technology | Laser |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Print resolution black | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Time to first page (black, normal) | 6 s |
| Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 50 ppm |
| Scan to | E-mail, FTP, USB |
| Scanner type | Flatbed & ADF scanner |
| Duplex scanning | Yes |
| Maximum scan area | 215.9 x 355.6 mm |
| Scan speed (color) | 32 ppm |
| Image formats supported | JPEG, JPG, TIFF |
| Duplex scan speed (black) | 100 ppm |
| Duplex scan speed (color) | 64 ppm |
| Document formats supported | PDF, XPS |
| Optical scanning resolution | - DPI |
| Copier resize | 25 - 400 % |
| Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4) | 50 cpm |
| Faxing | Mono faxing |
| Modem speed | 33.6 Kbit/s |
| Fax transmission speed | 3 sec/page |
| Control type | Touch |
| Product color | Gray |
| Display diagonal | 7 \ |
| Market positioning | Business |
| Internal memory | 2048 MB |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor frequency | 1200 MHz |
| Sound pressure level (copying) | 56 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 55 dB |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
| Linux operating systems supported | Debian 7.0, Debian 8.0, Fedora 23, Fedora 24, RedHat EL Linux 6.0, RedHat EL Linux 7.0, SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 12, SuSE Linux 10, SuSE Linux 11, Ubuntu 16.04, Y, openSUSE 13.2 |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64 |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Cabling technology | 10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
| Security algorithms | IPSEC, LEAP, MD5, MSCHAPv2, PEAP, SNMPv3, SSL/TLS |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s |
| Mobile printing technologies | Google Cloud Print, Mopria Print Service |
| Supported network protocols (IPv4) | TCP/IP |
| Total input capacity | 650 sheets |
| Total output capacity | 250 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity | 2300 sheets |
| Total number of input trays | 2 |
| Multi-Purpose tray input capacity | 100 sheets |
| Envelopes sizes | 9, 10, DL |
| Paper tray media types | Card stock, Envelopes, Labels, Plain paper, Transparencies |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Executive (184 x 267mm), Folio (media size), Legal (media size), Letter (media size), Oficio (media size), Statement (140 x 216mm), Universal |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5, A6 |
| JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5 |
| Maximum ISO A-series paper size | A4 |
| Paper tray media weight (imperial) | 16 - 32 lbs |
| Bitmap fonts | OCR-A, OCR-B |
| Printer fonts | Bitmap, PCL, PostScript |
| Digital sender | - |
| Maximum duty cycle | 175000 pages per month |
| Recommended duty cycle | 2000 - 20000 pages per month |
| Page description languages | HTML Direct Image Space, Microsoft XPS, PCL 5e, PCL 6, PDF 1.7, PPDS, PostScript 3 |
| USB connector | USB Type-A / USB Type-B |
| Standard interfaces | Ethernet, USB 2.0, Wireless LAN |
| Optional connectivity | Serial (RS-232) |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 3 |
| Operating altitude | 0 - 5000 m |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 10 - 32 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 8 - 80 % |
| Power consumption (average operating) | - W |
| Sustainability certificates | EPEAT Silver, ENERGY STAR |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 476.5 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 489 mm |
| Height | 545 mm |
| Weight | 22300 g |
Explains symbols and notes used in the guide.
Contains critical safety warnings for product usage and electrical connections.
Guides users on where to find various types of printer documentation and help resources.
Provides instructions on locating the printer's unique serial number, typically for support.
Offers guidance on choosing an appropriate and safe location for the printer, considering ventilation and accessibility.
Details the physical space requirements and configuration options for printer setup.
Explains how to connect essential cables to the printer for operation and safety.
Describes the functions of each button and the display on the printer's control panel for operation.
Explains the meaning of different states of the power button and indicator lights on the printer.
Guides users on configuring the printer for different paper sizes and types to ensure proper feeding.
Provides instructions on how to properly load paper into the printer's trays to prevent jams.
Explains the procedure for loading various paper types and sizes into the printer's multipurpose feeder.
Describes how to link printer trays for automatic paper selection based on size and type settings.
Provides instructions for sending print jobs from a connected computer to the printer.
Explains how to print documents wirelessly from smartphones and tablets using various mobile print solutions.
Guides users on how to print documents and images directly from a USB flash drive plugged into the printer.
Lists the types of USB flash drives and file formats that the printer can read for direct printing.
Details settings for confidential printing, including PIN setup and job expiration for secure document release.
Explains the procedure for releasing print jobs held in memory, such as confidential or secured documents.
Describes how to print documents stored in cloud services via a configured Cloud Connector profile.
Provides steps to cancel an active or queued print job from both the printer control panel and a computer.
Explains how to use both the ADF and the scanner glass for copying documents.
Provides basic instructions for performing copy operations, including setting the number of copies.
Details the steps for copying photos, including selecting content type and source settings for optimal results.
Guides users on how to copy documents placed on letterhead paper, ensuring correct paper source selection.
Explains how to perform duplex copying, printing on both sides of the paper.
Describes how to adjust the size of copies using scaling options for reduction or enlargement.
Details the process of collating copies, arranging them in the correct sequence for multiple print jobs.
Details how to print multiple document pages onto a single sheet of paper to save resources.
Allows users to create shortcuts for frequently used copy settings for faster job initiation.
Guides users through setting up Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) for sending scanned documents via email.
Explains the process of sending emails from the printer after SMTP settings are configured.
Allows users to create shortcuts for sending emails to specific recipients or with predefined settings.
Provides essential steps and considerations for configuring the printer's fax functionality.
Details the configuration process for using the printer's fax capabilities over a standard analog telephone line.
Explains how to configure the printer for faxing through the etherFAX service for internet-based faxing.
Guides users on setting up the printer to send faxes via a fax service provider that supports email receiving.
Provides instructions for setting up fax functionality using a direct connection to a standard analog telephone line.
Outlines the steps for sending fax documents from the printer using the control panel or a computer.
Allows users to schedule faxes to be sent at a later time or date.
Enables users to create shortcuts for frequently dialed fax numbers for quick access.
Explains how to adjust the fax resolution to balance quality and transmission speed.
Allows users to modify the darkness level for outgoing faxes to improve readability.
Guides users on configuring the printer to block incoming faxes from unidentified or unwanted numbers.
Describes how to hold incoming faxes until they are manually released for printing.
Explains how to configure the printer to forward received faxes to another destination, such as an email address.
Provides detailed steps for scanning documents and saving them directly to a connected computer.
Guides users on configuring the printer to scan documents and save them to an FTP server.
Explains how to scan documents and save them directly to a shared network folder.
Details the process of scanning documents and saving them onto a USB flash drive.
Allows users to scan documents and save them to cloud storage services using a pre-configured profile.
Provides a hierarchical overview of the printer's menu structure and available settings for navigation.
Covers settings related to display language, country/region, keyboard type, and date/time configuration.
Explains how to configure printer settings for energy saving, including print and copy modes.
Details settings for paper sources, including default source, size/type, substitute size, and multipurpose feeder configuration.
Covers default settings for copy jobs, including content type and content source selection.
Details the available fax modes, allowing selection between fax, fax server, and disabled options.
Provides comprehensive settings for configuring email transmission via SMTP, including gateway, port, and security options.
Covers network connection types, status display, speed, duplex, and IPv4/IPv6 addresses.
Outlines wireless connection setup procedures using mobile apps or the printer panel.
Covers various login methods and manages user permissions for printer functions and administrative menus.
Allows printing a report of the printer's current preferences, settings, and configurations.
Addresses common print quality issues, providing visual examples and links to specific troubleshooting steps for each problem.
Provides steps to erase volatile memory data from the printer for security purposes.
Details the process of securely erasing data from the printer's hard disk drive.
Explains how to encrypt the printer's hard disk to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access.
Guides users on resetting the printer to its original factory default configuration.
Provides secure methods for disposing of a printer hard disk to ensure data is permanently erased.
Covers adjusting the volume for the printer's internal speakers and headphone output for audio feedback.
Provides guidance on connecting the printer to various networks, including Wi-Fi and wireless connections.
Offers step-by-step instructions for establishing a Wi-Fi connection using the printer's control panel or a mobile assistant.
Explains how to set up Wi-Fi Direct for direct wireless connections between devices and the printer.
Guides users on connecting mobile devices to the printer via Wi-Fi Direct or standard Wi-Fi connections.
Provides safety precautions and instructions for cleaning the printer exterior and touch screen to maintain optimal performance.
Details the process of cleaning the scanner glass and ADF glass for clear and accurate scans.
Offers information on how to order genuine Lexmark parts and supplies, including toner cartridges.
Provides instructions on replacing consumable parts, starting with the toner cartridge replacement procedure.
Provides instructions for replacing the printer's imaging unit, emphasizing care with light exposure and the photoconductor drum.
Details the step-by-step process for safely removing and installing a new staple cartridge in the printer's finisher.
Details the process of replacing the printer's pick tires, which are crucial for paper feeding.
Guides users on replacing the pick roller assembly, which is essential for proper paper pickup.
Explains how to replace the ADF separator roller, emphasizing proper handling and insertion.
Guides users on resetting counters for supplies like toner and imaging units after replacement to ensure accurate tracking.
Provides essential safety guidelines and steps for safely moving the printer to a new location, considering its weight and components.
Offers tips for conserving energy and paper, including power save mode settings and duplex printing.
Provides information on how to return Lexmark products for recycling through the company's programs.
Offers preventative measures to avoid paper jams, focusing on proper paper loading techniques and tray management.
Provides visual and textual guidance on correctly loading paper into trays to prevent jams and ensure smooth operation.
Gives advice on using recommended paper and proper handling techniques to prevent jams.
Illustrates common locations where paper jams occur within the printer, aiding in troubleshooting.
Provides specific instructions for clearing paper jams located behind Door A of the printer.
Details the procedure for clearing paper jams found in the rear door access area of the printer.
Explains how to clear paper jams that occur within the printer's standard output bin.
Provides instructions for clearing paper jams located within the printer's duplex unit, used for two-sided printing.
Guides users on clearing paper jams that occur within the printer's paper trays.
Details the steps for clearing paper jams specifically from the printer's multipurpose feeder.
Explains how to clear paper jams that occur within the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) of the printer.
Provides instructions for clearing paper jams located in the finisher bin area of the printer.
Details the process for clearing paper jams found in the rear door of the printer's finisher.
Guides users on clearing staple jams that occur within the printer's finisher unit.
Addresses common print quality issues, providing visual examples and links to specific troubleshooting steps for each problem.
Focuses on general printing issues, specifically addressing poor print quality like blank or white pages.
Offers a step-by-step guide to diagnose and resolve issues causing blank or white pages in printouts.
Provides troubleshooting steps to resolve issues where printouts appear too dark, potentially related to toner or settings.
Offers solutions for print quality problems where fine lines or details are missing or inaccurate.
Provides steps to resolve paper folding or wrinkling issues during the printing process.
Offers troubleshooting steps to eliminate unwanted gray backgrounds from printouts.
Guides users on resolving issues that cause horizontal light bands to appear on printed pages.
Provides solutions for print problems where margins are not set correctly, affecting document layout.
Offers solutions for print jobs that appear too light, including adjusting toner darkness and checking consumables.
Provides steps to resolve print quality issues characterized by mottling and random dots on the output.
Guides users on troubleshooting and resolving problems causing paper to curl during the printing process.
Offers solutions for prints that are not aligned straight, addressing paper feeding and guide alignment.
Provides steps to diagnose and resolve recurring print defects by checking distances and component status.
Offers solutions for prints that are entirely black, often related to toner or imaging unit malfunctions.
Provides steps to resolve print issues where parts of the text or images are missing from the output.
Offers solutions for toner that easily rubs off the printed page, often related to toner quality or paper settings.
Guides users on resolving vertical dark bands appearing on prints, involving toner and imaging unit checks.
Provides steps to resolve print quality issues that cause vertical lines or streaks on the output.
Offers solutions for print defects featuring dark streaks accompanied by missing image areas.
Guides users on resolving issues that cause vertical light bands to appear on printed pages.
Provides solutions for print quality issues that result in vertical white lines on the output.
Offers a systematic approach to resolve issues where print jobs fail to output, checking connections, drivers, and printer status.
Provides troubleshooting steps for print jobs held in memory, such as confidential or duplicate documents, that are not printing.
Guides users in resolving issues where print jobs are sent to the incorrect tray or printed on the wrong paper type.
Addresses performance issues related to slow printing, suggesting checks for cable connections, quiet mode, and print resolution.
Offers steps to troubleshoot printer unresponsiveness, checking power connections, printer status, and cable connections.
Addresses issues related to network connectivity, specifically focusing on problems opening the Embedded Web Server.
Provides steps to diagnose and resolve issues preventing access to the printer's Embedded Web Server.
Offers solutions for problems encountered when the printer cannot read a USB flash drive, including checking printer readiness and flash drive support.
Provides steps to resolve issues when the printer fails to connect to a Wi-Fi network, checking adapter settings, network selection, and security modes.
Addresses issues where the printer does not detect installed hardware options or internal solutions ports.
Provides steps to troubleshoot problems where the printer fails to detect installed internal hardware options.
Guides users on troubleshooting internal solutions ports that are not functioning as expected, checking connections and installation.
Provides actions to take when a defective flash memory is detected, including replacement or continuing printing.
Offers solutions for when flash memory is full, suggesting clearing space or installing larger capacity memory.
Provides steps to resolve issues related to unformatted flash memory, including formatting or replacement.
Addresses problems related to printer supplies, specifically cartridge region mismatches and non-Lexmark supplies.
Guides users on resolving issues caused by mismatched printer and toner cartridge regions for correct operation.
Provides warnings and procedures for dealing with detected non-Lexmark supplies installed in the printer.
Addresses common paper feed issues, starting with problems related to envelope seals when printing.
Offers solutions for envelopes sealing during printing, focusing on storage conditions and paper type settings.
Provides steps to resolve problems where collated printing features are not functioning correctly.
Guides users on troubleshooting tray linking issues, ensuring correct paper size and type settings.
Addresses frequent paper jams, providing preventative measures and steps to clear jams.
Addresses issues where jammed pages are not automatically reprinted after clearing the jam, guiding checks on notification settings.
Focuses on troubleshooting email sending issues, checking SMTP settings, passwords, and network connectivity.
Provides steps to resolve problems with sending emails from the printer, ensuring correct configuration and network access.
Addresses common faxing issues, beginning with problems related to caller ID not being displayed.
Guides users on troubleshooting why the caller ID information is not appearing for incoming faxes.
Provides steps to resolve issues when setting up the etherFAX service for internet-based faxing.
Offers comprehensive steps to resolve problems with sending or receiving faxes over an analog telephone line.
Provides solutions for issues preventing sending or receiving faxes when using the etherFAX service.
Addresses a specific issue where the printer can receive faxes but not send them using an analog line.
Guides users on resolving issues related to poor print quality specifically for fax transmissions.
Provides steps to resolve missing information on the fax cover page, including restarting the printer.
Offers solutions for problems sending the fax cover page from a computer, focusing on print driver and settings.
Addresses common scanning issues, starting with problems scanning documents to a computer.
Provides troubleshooting steps for when the printer cannot scan documents to a connected computer.
Guides users on resolving issues when scanning documents to a network folder, checking shortcuts and path correctness.
Offers solutions for when only part of a document or photo is copied, focusing on loading and settings.
Provides steps to improve copy quality by cleaning the scanner and checking original document quality.
Addresses vertical dark streaks appearing in scans performed using the Automatic Document Feeder.
Offers solutions for jagged images or text resulting from ADF scans, suggesting paper loading and control panel operations.
Provides steps to resolve scan jobs that fail to complete, checking cable connections and resending the job.
Addresses issues where the scanner unit does not close properly, suggesting removal of obstructions.
Provides solutions for slow scanning or computer freezing during scanning, recommending closing interfering applications.
Offers steps to resolve scanner non-responsiveness, checking power, printer status, and cable connections.
Guides users on manually adjusting scanner registration for flatbed and ADF scanning to ensure accurate alignment.
Details the process for adjusting the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) registration to ensure proper alignment of scanned documents.
Offers essential information for contacting Lexmark customer support, including required details and contact methods.
Lists available internal hardware options for the printer, such as flash memory, firmware cards, and network interface cards.
Provides safety precautions and steps for accessing the printer's controller board for hardware installation or maintenance.
Guides users through the process of installing a memory card into the printer, including safety precautions and card insertion.
Provides step-by-step instructions for installing optional cards into the printer, including unpacking and insertion.
Guides users through installing a hard disk drive in the printer, including safety measures and connection steps.
Provides instructions for installing an internal solutions port kit into the printer's controller board for expanded connectivity.
Guides users on obtaining and installing the necessary printer software and drivers on their computer.
Details the process of installing the fax driver, which is essential for using the printer's fax capabilities.
Explains how to add the printer to a computer, covering network connections, USB connections, and Wi-Fi Direct setup.
Guides users on updating the printer driver to include newly installed hardware options for proper functionality.
Explains how to export printer configuration settings to a file for backup or import to apply settings to other printers.
Provides instructions on how to update the printer's firmware to ensure optimal performance and access to the latest features.
Provides details about the product name, machine type, and specific models covered by the user guide.
Contains legal disclaimers regarding warranties and publication accuracy, including warranty limitations.
Lists Lexmark and third-party trademarks associated with the printer and its software for legal and informational purposes.
Presents the average sound pressure levels measured for the printer in various operating modes according to industry standards.
Explains the WEEE directive concerning the recycling of electronic products and provides links for recycling information.
Addresses compliance with India's E-Waste Rules regarding hazardous substances in electronic products.
Advises users on the proper disposal of the printer and supplies, recommending consultation with local authorities.
States compliance with EU directives regarding the lithium rechargeable battery potentially included in the product.
Details the Lexmark Cartridge Collection Program for returning used cartridges for reuse or recycling.
Warns users about static-sensitive parts and provides precautions to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge during maintenance.
Certifies that the product meets ENERGY STAR requirements for energy efficiency as set by the EPA.
Provides specifications for ambient, shipping, and storage temperatures, along with relative humidity limits for optimal operation.
Certifies the printer as a Class I laser product, ensuring safety during normal operation and user maintenance.
Documents the power consumption levels of the printer in various modes like printing, copying, scanning, sleep, and hibernate.
Explains the printer's energy-saving Sleep Mode, its automatic engagement based on inactivity, and timeout settings.
Details the Hibernate Mode, its entry methods, default timeout, and notes on EPEAT-registered products.
Explains the Off mode and how to completely stop power consumption by disconnecting the power supply cord.
Provides guidance on estimating total product energy usage by multiplying power consumption by time spent in each mode.
Contains regulatory information specific to products with analog facsimile cards, including type and model numbers.
Details FCC compliance information, including REN, cable requirements, and contact information for telephone company issues.
Provides special conditions and limitations for using the facsimile product on the New Zealand telephone network.
States compliance with Japanese Telecommunication Law for installed optional modems, including certification numbers.
Specifies the requirement for a Swiss billing tone filter when using the product with lines receiving metering pulses in Switzerland.
Addresses RF exposure limits and the required antenna separation distance for compliance with FCC regulations.
States compliance with Canadian RSS standards for radio transmitters, including conditions for operation and interference.
Confirms product conformity with EU directives related to electromagnetic compatibility, electrical safety, and hazardous substances.
Specifies usage restrictions for radio equipment, primarily limiting its use to indoor environments.
Certifies the product's conformity with UK regulations for EMC, electrical safety, and RoHS.
Details FCC compliance for Class A digital devices, including operating conditions and potential interference issues.
Outlines the terms of the limited warranty for Lexmark laser, LED, and multifunction laser printers in the US and Canada.
Clarifies the limitations of the warranty, excluding issues caused by modification, misuse, or non-Lexmark parts.
Defines Lexmark's liability limits concerning product performance, excluding indirect or consequential damages.
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