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...of Intel Corporation; All rights reserved. Reproduction of this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, and Dell OpenManage are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Dell Inc. is subject to the entities claiming the marks and ...trade names other than its own. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Dell B5460dn Laser Printer User's Guide May 2012 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Trademarks Information in this document to refer to change without the written permission of...
...of Intel Corporation; All rights reserved. Reproduction of this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, and Dell OpenManage are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Dell Inc. is subject to the entities claiming the marks and ...trade names other than its own. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Dell B5460dn Laser Printer User's Guide May 2012 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Trademarks Information in this document to refer to change without the written permission of...
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... panel...12 Understanding the colors of the indicator and Sleep button lights 12 Additional printer setup 14 Installing internal options...14 Installing hardware options...30 Attaching cables...32 Setting up the printer software...34 Networking...36 Verifying printer setup...42 Loading paper and specialty media 44 Setting the paper size and type...44...
... panel...12 Understanding the colors of the indicator and Sleep button lights 12 Additional printer setup 14 Installing internal options...14 Installing hardware options...30 Attaching cables...32 Setting up the printer software...34 Networking...36 Verifying printer setup...42 Loading paper and specialty media 44 Setting the paper size and type...44...
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...Supported flash drives and file types...73 Printing from a flash drive ...74 Printing confidential and other held jobs 75 Storing print jobs in the printer ...75 Printing confidential and other held jobs ...76 Printing information pages...77 Printing a font sample list ...77 Printing a directory list...77 Canceling......127 Saving money and the environment 128 Saving paper and toner...128 Saving energy...128 Recycling...132 Securing the printer 133 Using the security lock feature...133 Statement of Volatility...133 Erasing volatile memory...134 Erasing non‑volatile memory...134 Erasing...
...Supported flash drives and file types...73 Printing from a flash drive ...74 Printing confidential and other held jobs 75 Storing print jobs in the printer ...75 Printing confidential and other held jobs ...76 Printing information pages...77 Printing a font sample list ...77 Printing a directory list...77 Canceling......127 Saving money and the environment 128 Saving paper and toner...128 Saving energy...128 Recycling...132 Securing the printer 133 Using the security lock feature...133 Statement of Volatility...133 Erasing volatile memory...134 Erasing non‑volatile memory...134 Erasing...
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......140 Replacing supplies...141 Moving the printer...146 Managing the printer 149 Managing printer messages...149 Accessing Status Monitor Center...149 Checking the virtual display...149 Modifying confidential print settings...150 Copying printer settings to other printers 150 Restoring factory default settings...151...8209;page jam, remove paper, open stapler door. Leave paper in bin. [455-457 169 Troubleshooting 172 Understanding the printer messages...172 Solving printer problems...189 Solving print problems...197 Leave paper in bin. [43y.xx 167 [x]‑page jam, remove paper, open ...
......140 Replacing supplies...141 Moving the printer...146 Managing the printer 149 Managing printer messages...149 Accessing Status Monitor Center...149 Checking the virtual display...149 Modifying confidential print settings...150 Copying printer settings to other printers 150 Restoring factory default settings...151...8209;page jam, remove paper, open stapler door. Leave paper in bin. [455-457 169 Troubleshooting 172 Understanding the printer messages...172 Solving printer problems...189 Solving print problems...197 Leave paper in bin. [43y.xx 167 [x]‑page jam, remove paper, open ...
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...Discard used lithium batteries according to remove the topmost finisher first. - CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of the printer might be replaced. You must understand the section in your fingers are properly installed in their marked plug-in hazardous radiation exposure...then remove the finishers individually from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before continuing. CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: This product uses a laser. Do not place or use this product or the manufacturer's authorized replacement. Do not recharge, disassemble, or incinerate a lithium battery....
...Discard used lithium batteries according to remove the topmost finisher first. - CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: To reduce the risk of the printer might be replaced. You must understand the section in your fingers are properly installed in their marked plug-in hazardous radiation exposure...then remove the finishers individually from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before continuing. CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: This product uses a laser. Do not place or use this product or the manufacturer's authorized replacement. Do not recharge, disassemble, or incinerate a lithium battery....
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...SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. The safety features of other than one option. Inspect the power cord regularly for stability. CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more than those described in the user documentation, to a ... Safety information 7 This product is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with a similar configuration, you purchased the printer. The manufacturer is not responsible for the use of some parts may need additional furniture. CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Do not set up this ...
...SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. The safety features of other than one option. Inspect the power cord regularly for stability. CAUTION-POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more than those described in the user documentation, to a ... Safety information 7 This product is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with a similar configuration, you purchased the printer. The manufacturer is not responsible for the use of some parts may need additional furniture. CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Do not set up this ...
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For updates, visit our Web site at http://support.dell.com. Learning about the printer 8 Learning about the printer Finding information about the printer What are available on the Software and Documentation CD. User's Guide and Quick Reference Guide-The guides are you ...setup documentation came with the printer software. • The printer software is located in the printer program folder or on the desktop, depending on the Support Web site. Notes: • Help is automatically installed with the printer. Dell Support Web site-http://support.dell.com Support telephone numbers ...
For updates, visit our Web site at http://support.dell.com. Learning about the printer 8 Learning about the printer Finding information about the printer What are available on the Software and Documentation CD. User's Guide and Quick Reference Guide-The guides are you ...setup documentation came with the printer software. • The printer software is located in the printer program folder or on the desktop, depending on the Support Web site. Notes: • Help is automatically installed with the printer. Dell Support Web site-http://support.dell.com Support telephone numbers ...
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... for experienced users or technicians • Supplies and accessories for my printer • Replacement cartridges • Safety information for the printer, leave enough room to lift it here Software and Documentation CD Dell Printer Supplies Web site-http://dell.com/supplies You can purchase printer supplies online, by telephone, or in select retail stores. It is...
... for experienced users or technicians • Supplies and accessories for my printer • Replacement cartridges • Safety information for the printer, leave enough room to lift it here Software and Documentation CD Dell Printer Supplies Web site-http://dell.com/supplies You can purchase printer supplies online, by telephone, or in select retail stores. It is...
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Learning about the printer 10 5 4 1 3 2 1 Right side 305 mm (12 in.) 2 Front 508 mm (20 in.) 3 Left side 305 mm (12 in.) 4 Rear 305 mm (12 in.) 5 Top 115 mm (4.5 in.) Printer configurations Basic model 1 2 4 3 1 Standard bin 2 Printer control panel 3 Multipurpose feeder 4 Standard 550‑sheet tray (Tray 1)
Learning about the printer 10 5 4 1 3 2 1 Right side 305 mm (12 in.) 2 Front 508 mm (20 in.) 3 Left side 305 mm (12 in.) 4 Rear 305 mm (12 in.) 5 Top 115 mm (4.5 in.) Printer configurations Basic model 1 2 4 3 1 Standard bin 2 Printer control panel 3 Multipurpose feeder 4 Standard 550‑sheet tray (Tray 1)
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... one option. The following illustration shows the maximum number of the high‑capacity output expander. • Always use a caster base when the printer is configured with the printer. For more information on other configurations, visit our Web site. 6 1 5 4 3 2 1 High‑capacity output expander 2 Caster base 3 2100‑sheet tray 4 550‑... and 4‑bin mailbox, the staple finisher must always be configured with a 2100‑sheet tray. • The 2100‑sheet tray must use either a printer stand or printer base if you are supported by the...
... one option. The following illustration shows the maximum number of the high‑capacity output expander. • Always use a caster base when the printer is configured with the printer. For more information on other configurations, visit our Web site. 6 1 5 4 3 2 1 High‑capacity output expander 2 Caster base 3 2100‑sheet tray 4 550‑... and 4‑bin mailbox, the staple finisher must always be configured with a 2100‑sheet tray. • The 2100‑sheet tray must use either a printer stand or printer base if you are supported by the...
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...Note: Only the front USB port supports flash drives. Learning about the printer 12 Using the printer control panel 1 2 34 5 6 10 9 87 Use the To 1 Display • View the printer status. • Set up and operate the printer. 2 Select button Submit changes made in the multipurpose feeder. •.... • Send a print job from Sleep mode: • Press any hard button. • Pull out Tray 1 or load paper in the printer settings. 3 Arrow buttons Scroll up and down or left and right. 4 Keypad Enter numbers, letters, or symbols. 5 Sleep button Enable Sleep mode or...
...Note: Only the front USB port supports flash drives. Learning about the printer 12 Using the printer control panel 1 2 34 5 6 10 9 87 Use the To 1 Display • View the printer status. • Set up and operate the printer. 2 Select button Submit changes made in the multipurpose feeder. •.... • Send a print job from Sleep mode: • Press any hard button. • Pull out Tray 1 or load paper in the printer settings. 3 Arrow buttons Scroll up and down or left and right. 4 Keypad Enter numbers, letters, or symbols. 5 Sleep button Enable Sleep mode or...
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... in Hibernate mode. Sleep button light color and its corresponding printer status Indicator light Off Blinking green Solid green Printer status The printer is off for 1.9 seconds in pulsing pattern Printer status The printer is idle or in Ready state. The printer is in Sleep mode. The printer is waking from or entering Hibernate mode. Learning about...
... in Hibernate mode. Sleep button light color and its corresponding printer status Indicator light Off Blinking green Solid green Printer status The printer is off for 1.9 seconds in pulsing pattern Printer status The printer is idle or in Ready state. The printer is in Sleep mode. The printer is waking from or entering Hibernate mode. Learning about...
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...-SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before continuing. CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: If you have any other... devices attached to the printer, then turn the printer off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer. Available internal options Note: Some options are available only in select printer models. If you are accessing the controller board or installing ...
...-SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before continuing. CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: If you have any other... devices attached to the printer, then turn the printer off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer. Available internal options Note: Some options are available only in select printer models. If you are accessing the controller board or installing ...
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Touch something metal on the controller board shield. 3 Remove the controller board shield. 1 2 4 Use the following illustration to locate the appropriate connector: Warning-Potential Damage: Controller board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity. Additional printer setup 15 2 Using a screwdriver, loosen the screws on the printer first before touching any controller board electronic component or connector.
Touch something metal on the controller board shield. 3 Remove the controller board shield. 1 2 4 Use the following illustration to locate the appropriate connector: Warning-Potential Damage: Controller board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity. Additional printer setup 15 2 Using a screwdriver, loosen the screws on the printer first before touching any controller board electronic component or connector.
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Additional printer setup 16 1 2 3 1 Internal Solutions Port or printer hard disk connector 2 Option card connector 3 Memory card connector 5 Align the screws with the holes on the controller board shield, and then reattach the controller board shield. 2 1
Additional printer setup 16 1 2 3 1 Internal Solutions Port or printer hard disk connector 2 Option card connector 3 Memory card connector 5 Align the screws with the holes on the controller board shield, and then reattach the controller board shield. 2 1
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...the controller board access cover. 1 2 Installing a memory card CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn the printer off as well, and unplug any controller board electronic components or connectors. If you are easily damaged by static electricity. Warning-Potential Damage...board electronic components are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn them off , and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before touching any cables going into the...
...the controller board access cover. 1 2 Installing a memory card CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn the printer off as well, and unplug any controller board electronic components or connectors. If you are easily damaged by static electricity. Warning-Potential Damage...board electronic components are accessing the controller board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn them off , and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before touching any cables going into the...
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... access cover. Doing so may cause damage. 3 Align the notch (1) on the memory card with the ridge (2) on page 14. 2 Unpack the memory card. Additional printer setup 18 An optional memory card can be purchased separately and attached to the controller board. 1 Access the controller board.
... access cover. Doing so may cause damage. 3 Align the notch (1) on the memory card with the ridge (2) on page 14. 2 Unpack the memory card. Additional printer setup 18 An optional memory card can be purchased separately and attached to the controller board. 1 Access the controller board.
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... them off , and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before touching any cables going into the printer. Additional printer setup 19 Installing an Internal Solutions Port The controller board supports one optional Internal Solutions Port (ISP). CAUTION... before continuing. If you are easily damaged by static electricity. For more information, see "Removing a printer hard disk" on page 14. 2 If an optional printer hard disk is installed, then remove the printer hard disk first. For more information, see "Accessing the controller board" on page 29. 3 Unpack the...
... them off , and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before touching any cables going into the printer. Additional printer setup 19 Installing an Internal Solutions Port The controller board supports one optional Internal Solutions Port (ISP). CAUTION... before continuing. If you are easily damaged by static electricity. For more information, see "Removing a printer hard disk" on page 14. 2 If an optional printer hard disk is installed, then remove the printer hard disk first. For more information, see "Accessing the controller board" on page 29. 3 Unpack the...
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Additional printer setup 20 4 Remove the metal cover from the ISP opening. Note: Make sure that the plastic bracket has latched completely, and that the plastic bracket is seated firmly on the controller board cage until it out completely. 1 2 3 5 Align the posts of the plastic bracket to the holes on the controller board cage, and then press the plastic bracket on the controller board cage. a Loosen the screw. b Lift the metal cover, and then pull it clicks into place.
Additional printer setup 20 4 Remove the metal cover from the ISP opening. Note: Make sure that the plastic bracket has latched completely, and that the plastic bracket is seated firmly on the controller board cage until it out completely. 1 2 3 5 Align the posts of the plastic bracket to the holes on the controller board cage, and then press the plastic bracket on the controller board cage. a Loosen the screw. b Lift the metal cover, and then pull it clicks into place.
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Additional printer setup 21 6 Install the ISP on the plastic bracket. Note: Hold the ISP at an angle over the plastic bracket so that any overhanging connectors will pass through the ISP opening in the controller board cage. 7 Lower the ISP toward the plastic bracket until the ISP is seated between the guides of the plastic bracket.
Additional printer setup 21 6 Install the ISP on the plastic bracket. Note: Hold the ISP at an angle over the plastic bracket so that any overhanging connectors will pass through the ISP opening in the controller board cage. 7 Lower the ISP toward the plastic bracket until the ISP is seated between the guides of the plastic bracket.