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BASIC User’s Guide Dell B1160 Dell B1160w BASIC User’s Guide This guide provides information concer ning installation, basic operation and troubleshooting on windows. ADVANCED This guide prov ides informatio n about insta llation, advanced configu ration, operation and troubleshooting on vari ous OS environm ents.
2 BASIC 1 . Introduction Key benefits 4 Features by models 6 Useful to know 7 About this user’s guide 8 Safety information 9 Machine overview 14 Control panel overview 16 Turning on the machine 17 Installing the driver locally 18 Reinstalling the driver 20 2 .
1. Introduction This chapter provides info rmation you need to know before using the machine. •K e y b e n e f i t s 4 • Features by models 6 • Useful to know 7 • About this user’s guide 8 .
Key benefits Environmentally friendly • To save paper, you can print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper (see "Using advanced p rint features" on pa ge 110). • To save paper, you can print on both sides of the paper (manual double- sided printing) (see "Using advanced print features" on page 110).
Key benefits • You can print in various operating systems (se e "System requirements" on page 61). • Your machine is equipped with a USB interface.
Features by models Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country. Operating System ( ● : Included, Blank: Not available) Software ( ● : Included, Blank: Not a.
Useful to know Where can I download the machine’s driver? • Visit www.support.dell.com to download the latest machine’s driver, and inst all it on your system. Where can I purchase a ccessories or supplies? • Inquire at a Dell distributor or your retailer.
8 1. Introduction About this user’s guide This user's guide provides information for your basic unde rstanding of the machine as well as detailed st eps to explain machine usage. • Read the safety in formation before using the machine. • If you have a problem using the mach ine, refer to the troubleshooting chapter.
9 1. Introduction Safety information These warnings and precau tions are included to pr event injury to you and others, and to prevent any potial damage to your machine. Be sure to read and understand all of these instructions before using the machine.
Safety information 10 1. Introduction Caution 5 Operating method Caution During an electrical storm or for a period of non-operation, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet. This could result in electric shock or fire. Be careful, the paper output area is hot.
Safety information 11 1. Introduction 6 Installation / Moving Warning Caution Do not allow too many papers to sta ck up in the paper output tray. It can damage the machine. Do not block or push objects into the ve ntilation opening. This could result in elevated component temperatures whi ch can cause damage or fire.
Safety information 12 1. Introduction 7 Maintenance / Checking Caution Use the power cord supplied with your machine for safe operation. If you are using a cord which is longer than 2 meters (6 feet) with a 110 V machine, then the gauge should be 16 AWG or larger.
Safety information 13 1. Introduction 8 Supply usage Caution • Do not remove any covers or gu ards that are fastened with screws. • Fuser units shou ld only be repaired b y a cer tified serv ice technician. Repair by non-certified technicians could result in fire or electric shock.
14 1. Introduction Machine overview 9 Accessories Power cord Quick installation guide Output stacker a a. Refer to the Quick Install Guide to a ttach the output stac ker to the machine. Software CD b b. The software CD contains th e printer drive rs, software applications, and user’s guide.
Machine overview 15 1. Introduction 10 Front view • This illustration may differ from your machine depending on its model. • Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country (see "Feature s by models" on page 6).
16 1. Introduction Control panel overview This control panel may differ from yo ur machine depending on its model. There are various types of control panels. 1 Toner LED Shows the status of the toner (see "Status LED" on page 53). 2 Status LED Shows the status of your machine (see "Status LED" on page 53).
17 1. Introduction Turning on the machine 1 Connect the machine to th e electricity supply first. 2 Press (power/cancel) button on the control panel. If you want to turn the power off, press (power/cancel) button on the control panel.
18 1. Introduction Installing the driver locally A locally connected machine is a machin e directly attached to your computer using the cable. • If you are a Macintosh or Linux OS user, refer to the "Software Installation" on page 70.
Installing the driver locally 19 1. Introduction 4 Select Connect to the computer using USB cable . Click Next . Your printer driver installation window that appears in this User’s Guide may differ depending on the printer in use. 5 Follow the instructions in the in stallation window to complete the installation process.
20 1. Introduction Reinstalling the driver If the printer driver does not work properly, follow the steps below to reinstall the driver. 13 Windows 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on.
2. Learning the Basic Usage After installation is complete, you may wa nt to set the ma chine’s default settings. Refer to the next secti on if you would like to set or change values. This ch apter provides inform ation about the overall menu structure an d the basic setup options.
22 2. Learning the Basic Usage Printing a test page Print a test page to make sure that the machine is operating correctly. Available for Windows OS users only. To print a test page: 1 Open the document you want to print. 2 Select Print from the file menu.
23 2. Learning the Basic Usage Media and tray This chapter provides info rmation o n how to load print medi a into your machine. • Using print media that does not me et these specifications may cause problems or require repairs. Such repairs are not covered by Dell ’s warranty or service agreements.
Media and tray 24 2. Learning the Basic Usage 2 Loading pape r in the tray When the paper tray is empty or a pa per jam has occurred, open and close the top cover to resume printing after clearing the error (see "Out-of-paper error resolution" on page 49 or "Clearing paper ja ms" on page 50).
Media and tray 25 2. Learning the Basic Usage 4 Squeeze the paper width gu ide and slide it to the edge of the paper stack without causing it to bend. • Do not push the paper width guide too far causing the media to warp. • Do not use a paper with a leading-edge curl, it may cause a paper jam or the paper can be wrinkled.
Media and tray 26 2. Learning the Basic Usage 3 Manual feeding in the tray The tray can hold special sizes and type s of print material, such as postcards, note cards, and envelopes (see "Print me dia specifications" on page 58).
Media and tray 27 2. Learning the Basic Usage When using special media, we recommend you f eed one sheet at a time (see "Print media specifications" on page 58). To see for paper weights for each sheet, refer to "Print media specifications" on page 58.
Media and tray 28 2. Learning the Basic Usage - Temperature: should resist the heat an d pressure of the machine during operation. • Use only well-constructed envelopes with shar p and well-creased folds.
Media and tray 29 2. Learning the Basic Usage • Make sure that there is no exposed adhesive material between labels. Exposed areas can cause labels to peel off during printing , which can cause paper jams. Exposed adhesive can also cause damage to machine components.
Media and tray 30 2. Learning the Basic Usage 5 Setting the paper size and type After loading paper in the paper tray, set the paper size and type. Open the Printing Preferences (see "Opening printing preferences" on page 32) and set the paper si ze and type in the Paper tab.
31 2. Learning the Basic Usage Basic printing For special printing features, refer to the Advanced Guide (see "Usi ng advanced print features" on page 110). 6 Printing If you are a Macintosh or Linux user, refer to the "Macintosh printing" on page 116 or "Linux printing" on page 118.
Basic printing 32 2. Learning the Basic Usage 7 Canceling a print job If the print job is waiting in the print queue or print spoole r, cancel the job as follows: • You can access this window by s imply double-clicking the machine icon ( ) in the Windows task bar.
Basic printing 33 2. Learning the Basic Usage Using a favorites setting The Favorites option, which is visible on each preferences tab except for the Dell tab, allows you to save the current pr eferences for future use. To save a Favorites item, follow these steps: 1 Change the settings as needed on each tab.
3. Maintenance This chapter provides inform ation about purc hasing supplies, acces sories and maintenance parts ava ilable for your machine. • Ordering supplies and accessories 35 • Available sup.
35 3. Maintenance Ordering supplies and accessories Available accessories may differ from country to coun try. Contact your sales r epresenta tives to obtain the list of available su pplies, and maintenance parts. To order Dell-authorized su pplies and accessories visit www.
36 3. Maintenance Available supplies When supplies reach the end of their life spans, you can order the followi ng types of supplies for your machine: Depending on the options, percentage of image area, and job mode used, the toner cartridge’s lifespan may differ.
37 3. Maintenance Storing the toner cartridge Toner cartridges contain components that are sensitive to light, temperature and humidity. Dell suggests users follow these recommendations to ensure optimal performance, highes t quality, and longest life from your new Dell toner cartridge.
Storing the toner cartridge 38 3. Maintenance 3 Estimated cartridge life Estimated c artridge life th e life of th e toner cartridge (or imaging unit) yield depends on the amount of to ner that print jobs requir e.
39 3. Maintenance Redistributing toner When the toner cartridge is near the end of its life: • White streaks or light printing occurs and/or density variat ion side to side. • The Toner LED bl inks orange. If this happens, you can temporari ly improve print quality by redistributing the remaining tone r in the cartridge.
40 3. Maintenance Replacing the toner cartridge • Before opening the top cover, close the output support first. • Do not use sharp objects such as a knife or sciss ors to open th e toner cartridge package. They might scratch the drum of the c artridge.
Replacing the toner cartridge 41 3. Maintenance.
42 3. Maintenance Cleaning the machine If printing quality problems occur or if yo u use your machine in a dusty environment, you need to clean yo ur machine regularly to keep it in the best printing condition and use yo ur machine longer.
Cleaning the machine 43 3. Maintenance 5 Cleaning the inside During the printing process, pa per, toner, and dust particles can accumulate inside the machine. This buildup can cause print q uality problems, such as toner specks or smearing. Cleaning the inside of th e machine clears and reduces these problems.
Cleaning the machine 44 3. Maintenance.
Cleaning the machine 45 3. Maintenance 6 Cleaning the pickup roller • Use a dry lint-free cloth to clean the machine. • If your machine has a power switch, turn the power switch off before cleaning the machine. • Before opening the top cover, close the output support first.
46 3. Maintenance Tips for moving & storing your machine • When moving the machine, do not tilt or turn it upside down. Otherwise, the inside of the machine ma y be contaminated by toner , which can cause damage to the machine or reduce print quality.
4. Troubleshooting This chapter gives helpful in formation for what to do if you encounter an error. • Tips for avoiding paper jams 48 • Out-of-paper error resolution 49 • Clearing paper jams 50 • Understanding the status LED 53 This chapter gives helpful in formation for what to do if you encounter an error.
48 4. Troubleshooting Tips for avoiding paper jams By selecting the correct media types, most pa per jams can be avoided. To avoid paper jams, refer to the following guidelines: • Ensure that the adjustable guid es are positioned correctly (see "Tray overview" on page 23).
49 4. Troubleshooting Out-of-paper error resolution If there is no paper in the t ray or the status LED is re d. To resolve this problem , load paper in the tray and then open and cl ose the top cover.
50 4. Troubleshooting Clearing paper jams • When the paper tray is a paper jam has occurred, open and close the top cover to resume printing after clearing the error.
Clearing paper jams 51 4. Troubleshooting 2 Inside the machine • The fuser area is hot. Take care when removing paper from the machine. • Before opening the top cover, close the output support first.
Clearing paper jams 52 4. Troubleshooting If you do not see the paper in this area, stop and go to next step:.
53 4. Troubleshooting Understanding the status LED The color of the LED indicates the machine's current status. • Some LEDs may not be available depending on model or country. • To resolve the error, look at the error message an d its instructions from the troubleshooting part.
Understanding the status LED 54 4. Troubleshooting 4 Toner LED/ WPS LED Status Description (Toner LED) Orange Blinking Small amount of toner is left in th e cartridge. The estimated cartridge life of toner is close. Prepare a new cartridge for replacement.
5. Appendix This chapter provides product specifications an d information conce rning applicable regulations. •S p e c i f i c a t i o n s 5 6 • Dell technical support policy 64 • Contacting Del.
56 5. Appendix Specifications 1 General specifications The specification values listed below ar e subject to change without no tice. See www.dell.com or support.dell.com for possible chan ges in information. Items Description Dimension Width x Length x Height 331 x 215 x 178 mm (14.
Specifications 57 5. Appendix Power consumptio n Average operating mode Less than 310W Ready mode Less than 30 W Power save mode Less than 0.9 W (B1160), Less than 1.2 W (B1160w) Power off mode Less than 0.45 W Wireless c Module SPW-B4319S a. Sound Pressure Level, ISO 7779.
Specifications 58 5. Appendix 2 Print media specifications Type Size Dimensions Print media weight/Capacity a Tray Manual feeding in tra y b Plain paper Letter 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 inches) 71 to 85 g/m 2 (19 to 23 lbs bond) • 150 sheets of 80 g/m 2 (21 lbs bond) 71 to 85 g/m 2 (19 to 23 lbs bond) • 1 sheet Legal 216 x 356 mm (8.
Specifications 59 5. Appendix Thick paper Refer to the Plain paper section Refer to the Plain paper section 86 to 120 g/m 2 (23 to 32 lbs bond) • 50 sheets of 120 g/m 2 (32 lbs bond) 86 to 120 g/m 2.
Specifications 60 5. Appendix Labels c Letter, Legal, Oficio, US Folio, A4, JIS B5, ISO B5, Executive, A5 Refer to the Plain paper section 120 to 150 g/m 2 (32 to 40 lbs bond) • 10 sheets 120 to 150.
Specifications 61 5. Appendix 3 System requirements Microsoft ® Windows ® • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher is the minimu m requirement for all Windows operating systems. • Users who have administrator rights can install the software. • Windows Terminal Services is compatible with your machine.
Specifications 62 5. Appendix Macintosh Linux Operating system Requirements (Recommended) CPU RAM Free HDD space Mac OS X 10.4 •I n t e l ® processors •P o w e r P C G 4 / G 5 • 128 MB for a powerPC based Mac (512 MB) • 512 MB for an Intel-based Mac (1 GB) 1 GB Mac OS X 10.
Specifications 63 5. Appendix 4 Network environment (B1160w only) You need to set up the network protocols on the machine to use it as your network machine. The following table shows the networ k environments supported by the machine. Items Specificatio ns Network interface •8 0 2 .
64 5. Appendix Dell technical support policy Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoratio.
65 5. Appendix Contacting Dell You can access Dell Support at support.dell.com . Select your region on the WELCOME TO DELL SUPPORT page, and fill in the requ ested details to access help tools and information. You can contact Dell electronical ly using the following addresses: • World Wide Web - www.
66 5. Appendix Warranty and return policy Dell Inc. (“Dell”) manufact ures its hardware products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry-sta ndard practices. For information about th e Dell warranty for your printer, refer to the Product Information Guide .
67 5. Appendix Copyright Information in this document is subject to change without notice. ©2012 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction of these materials in any ma nner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
ADVANCED User’s Guide Dell B1160 Dell B1160w ADVANCED User’s Guide This guide provides information about installation, advanced configuration, operation and troubleshooting on various OS environments. Some features may not be availabl e depending on models or countries.
69 ADVANCED 1 . Software Installation Installation for Macintosh 71 Reinstallation for Macintosh 72 Installation for Linux 73 Reinstallation for Linux 74 2 .
1. Software Installation This chapter provides instructions for installing ess ential and help ful softwar e for use in an en vironment where the machine is connected via a cable. A loca lly connected machine is a machine dire ctly attached to your computer using the cable.
71 1. Software Installation Installation for Macintosh 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on. 2 Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive. 3 Double-click the CD-ROM icon that appears on your Macintosh desktop.
72 1. Software Installation Reinstallation for Macintosh If the printer driver does not work properly, uninstall the driver and reinstall it. 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on. 2 Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive.
73 1. Software Installation Installation for Linux You need to download Linux software packages from the Dell website to install the printer software ( www.dell.com or support.dell.com > find your product > Support or Downloads). 1 Installing the Unified Linux Driver 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on.
74 1. Software Installation Reinstallation for Linux If the printer driver does not work properly, uninstall the driver and reinstall it. 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on. 2 When the Administrator Login window appears, type “root” in the Login field and enter the system password.
2. Using a Network- Connected Machine (B1160w only) This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions f or setting up a net work connected machine and sof tware.
76 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) Useful network program There are several progra ms available to setup the network settings easi ly in a network environment. For the network administrat or especially, ma naging several machines on the network is possible.
77 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) Printing a network configuration report You can print Network Configuration Report from the machine’s control panel that will show the current machine’s network settings. This will help you to set up a network.
78 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) Installing driver over the network 2 Windows 1 Make sure that the machine is conne cted to the netwo rk and powered on. Also, your machine’s IP address should have been set. If the “ Found New Hardware Wizard ” appears during the installation procedure, click Cancel to close the window.
Installing driver over the network 79 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) The Custom installation allows you to select the machine’s connecti on and choose individual components to inst all. Follow the instructions on the window. 5 The searched machines will be shown on the screen.
Installing driver over the network 80 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 14 Open the Applications folder > Utilities > Print Setup Utility . • For Mac OS X 10 .5-10.7, open the Applications folder > Sy stem Preferences and click Print & Fax .
Installing driver over the network 81 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 3 Extract the UnifiedLinuxDriver.tar .gz file and open the new directory. 4 Double-click the Li nux folder > install.sh icon. 5 The Dell installer wi ndow opens.
82 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) IPv6 configuration IPv6 is supported properly only in Windows Vi sta or higher. If the IPv6 network seems to not be working, set all the network setting to the factory defaults and try again. In the IPv6 network environment, foll ow the next proced ure to use the IPv6 address.
83 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) Wireless network setup • Make sure your machine supports wireless networking. Wi reless networking may not be available depending on the model (see "Features by models" on page 6).
Wireless network setup 84 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 7 Introducing wireless set up methods You can set wireless settings ei ther from the machine or th e computer. Choose the setting method from the below table. Some wireless network installation types may not be available depending on the model or country.
Wireless network setup 85 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 8 Using the WPS button If your machine and an ac cess point (or wireless rou ter) support Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS), you can ea sily configure the wir eless network settings by pressing the (WPS) button on the control panel with out a computer.
Wireless network setup 86 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) Connecting in PBC mode 1 Press and hold the (WPS) button on the control panel for about 2 - 4 seconds until the sta tus LED blinks quickly. The machine starts connecting to th e wireless network.
Wireless network setup 87 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) Canceling the connection process To cancel the wireless network connection when the machine is connecting to the wireless network, press and release the (power/cancel) button on the control panel.
Wireless network setup 88 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 3 Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive. The software CD should automatica lly run and an installation window will appear. If the installation window does not appear, click Start > All programs > Accessories > Run .
Wireless network setup 89 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 7 After searching, the window shows th e wireless network devices. Select the name (SSID) of the access point you are using and click Next .
Wireless network setup 90 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 8 The window shows the wireless netwo rk settings and checks if the settings are correct. Click Next . • For the DHCP method If the IP address assignment method is DHCP, check if DHCP is shown in the window.
Wireless network setup 91 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) Ad hoc via USB cable in Windows If you do not have an access point (AP), yo u may still connect the machine wirelessly to your computer by setting up an ad-h oc wireless network by following the si mple steps below.
Wireless network setup 92 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 5 Select Connect to the computer wirelessly . Click Next . Connect to a network printer to the computer : If you have already set up the wireless network, select this to in stall the machine’s driver to use the wireless network mac hine.
Wireless network setup 93 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) The wireless network security window appears when the ad hoc network has security setting. The wireless network security window appears. Select Open Sys tem or Shared Key for the authentication and click Next .
Wireless network setup 94 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 9 When the wireless network settings are completed, disconnect the USB cable between the computer and machine. Click Next . If the Change PC Network Setting window appears, follow the steps in the window.
Wireless network setup 95 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) Access point via USB cable in Macintosh 1 Check whether the USB cable is connected to the machine. 2 Turn on your computer, ac cess point, and machine. 3 Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Wireless network setup 96 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) The wireless network security window appears when the access point has security setting. The wireless network security window appears. The window may differ according to its security mode: WEP or WPA.
Wireless network setup 97 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 15 Wireless network setting is completed. To print from a Wi-Fi Direct supported mobile device, set the Wi-Fi Direct Option (see "Setting up Wi- Fi Direct" on page 100 ).
Wireless network setup 98 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 13 The software searches the wireless network devices. If the search has failed, check if th e USB cable is connected betwe en the computer and machine properly, and foll ow the instructions in the window.
Wireless network setup 99 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) Before entering the IP address for the machine, you must know the computer’s network configuration info rmation. If the computer’s network configuration is set to DHCP, the wireless network setting should also be DHCP.
Wireless network setup 100 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 6 Click Wireless > Custom . You can also turn the Wi-Fi network on/off.
Wireless network setup 101 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) ▪ IP Address : Enter the IP address of the printer. This IP address is used only for the local network and not for the infrastructure wired or wireless network.
Wireless network setup 102 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) 13 Troubleshooting for wireless network Problems during setup or driver installation Printers Not Found • Your machine may not be turned on . Turn on your computer and the machine.
Wireless network setup 103 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) PC Connection Error • The configured network address is unable to conne ct between your computer and machine. - For a DHCP network environment The machine receives the IP addr ess automatically (DHCP) when computer is configured to DHCP.
Wireless network setup 104 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) Other problems If problems occur while using the machin e on a network, check the following: For information on the access point (or wireless ro uter), refer to its own user's guide.
Wireless network setup 105 2. Using a Network-Connec ted Machine (B1160w only) • The machine is located away from other electronic devices that may interfere with the wireless signal. Many devices can interfere with the wireless signal, including a microwave oven and some Bluetooth devices.
3. Special Features This chapter explains sp ecial printing features. • Altitude adjustment 107 • Changing the default print settings 108 • Setting your machine as a default machine 109 • Using advanced print features 110 • Macintosh printing 116 • Linux printing 118 The procedures in this chapter are mainly based on Windows 7.
107 3. Special Features Altitude adjustment Print quality is affe cted by atmospheric pressure, which is determined by the height of the machine above sea level. The following information will guide you on how to set your machine for the best print quality.
108 3. Special Features Changing the default print settings 1 Click the Windows Start menu. 2 For Windows Server 2000, select Settings > Printers . • For Windows XP/Server 2003, select Printer and Faxes . • For Windows Server 2008/Vista, select Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Printers .
109 3. Special Features Setting your machine as a default machine 1 Click the Windows Start menu. 2 For Windows Server 2000, select Settings > Printers . • For Windows XP/Server 2003, select Printer and Faxes . • For Windows Server 2008/Vista, select Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Printers .
110 3. Special Features Using advanced print features XPS printer driver : used to print XPS fi le format. • The XPS printer driver can be inst alled only on Windows Vista OS or higher. • You can install the XPS printer driver when you insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Using advanced print features 111 3. Special Features Item Description Multiple Pages per Side Selects the number of pages to print on a single sheet of paper. To print more than one page per sheet, the pages will be reduced in size and arranged in the order you specify.
Using advanced print features 112 3. Special Features Double-sided Pr inting (Manual) a Print on both sides of a sheet of paper (manual). Before printing, decide how you want your document oriented.
Using advanced print features 113 3. Special Features Watermark (Editing a watermark ) a To change the print settings from your software application, access Printing Preferences . b Click the Advanced tab, select Edit from the Watermark drop-down list.
Using advanced print features 114 3. Special Features Overlay (Creating a new page overlay ) a To save the document as an overlay, access Printing Preferences . b Click the Advanced tab, and select Edit from the Text drop-down list. Edit Overlay window appears.
Using advanced print features 115 3. Special Features Overlay ( Deleting a page overlay ) a In the Printing Preferences window, click the Advanced tab. b Select Edit in the Text drop down list. c Select the overlay you want to delete from the Overlay List box.
116 3. Special Features Macintosh printing Some features may not be available de pending on models or options. It means that the features are not supported. 3 Printing a document When you print with a Maci ntosh, you need to check the printer driver settings in each application you use.
Macintosh printing 117 3. Special Features 6 Using help Click the question mark on the bottom-left corner of the window and click on the topic you want to know about. A po p-up window appear s with information about that option's feature, wh ich is provided from the driver.
118 3. Special Features Linux printing Some features may not be available de pending on models or options. It means that the features are not supported. 7 Printing from applications There are a lot of Linux appl ications that allow you to print using Common UNIX Printing System (CUPS).
Linux printing 119 3. Special Features 8 Printing files You can print many differen t types of files on your machine using the standard CUPS, directly from the comm and line interface. The C UPS lpr utility allows you to do that, but the driver’s package replaces the stand ard lpr tool by a much more user-friend ly LPR GUI program.
4. Useful Management Tools This chapter introduces manag ement tools provid ed to help you make full use of your machine. • Using Firmware Update Utility 121 • Using Dell Supplies Ordering Utility.
121 4. Useful Management Tools Using Firmware Update Utility Firmware Update Utility a llows you to maintain your machine by upgrading firmware. Availabe for Windows OS users only. 1 From the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs > Dell > Dell Printers > your printer driver name > Firmware Update Utility .
122 4. Useful Management Tools Using Dell Supplies Ordering Utility To order replacement toner cartridges or supplies from Dell: Availabe for Windows or Macintosh OS users only.
123 4. Useful Management Tools Using Embedded Web Service (B1160w only) • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher is the minimum requirement for Embedded Web Service . • Embedded Web Service explanation in this user’s guide may differ from your machine depending on its options or models.
Using Embedded Web Service (B1160w only) 124 4. Useful Management Tools • Usage Counters: Shows the usage count by print types: simplex and duplex. • Current Settings: Shows the machine’s and network’s information. • Print information: Prints reports such as system related reports and font reports.
125 4. Useful Management Tools Using Dell Printer Manager Dell Printer Manager is an application that combines Dell mach ine settings into one location. Dell Printer Manager combine s device settings as well as printing environments, settings/actions and launch ing.
Using Dell Printer Manager 126 4. Useful Management Tools Click the Help ( ) button from the upper-right corner of the window and click on any option you want to know about. 4 Advanced settings user interface overview The advanced user in terface is intended to be used by the person responsible for managing the network and machines.
127 4. Useful Management Tools Using Dell Printer Status The Dell Printer Status displays the status of the printer that is connected to the local network. Printer Read y, Printer Offline, Error- Check Printer, and the toner level or Toner Low alerts will for your printer.
Using Dell Printer Status 128 4. Useful Management Tools Changing the Dell Printer Status Program Settings Right-click the Dell Prin ter Status icon and select Options . Select the settings you want from the Options window. 2 Option You can set printing job alert related settings.
129 4. Useful Management Tools Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator The Unified Driver Configur ator is a tool primarily intended for configuring machine devices. You need to install Unified Linux Driv er to use Unified Driver Configurator (see "Installation for Linux" on page 73).
Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator 130 4. Useful Management Tools To use the on screen help, click Help . 3 After changing the configurations, click Exit to close the Unified Driver Configurator . 7 Printers configuratio n Printers configuration has the two tabs: Printers and Classes .
Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator 131 4. Useful Management Tools • Remove Printer: Removes the selected machine. • Set as Default: Sets the current selected ma chine as a default machine. • Stop/Start: Stops/starts the machine. • Test: Allows you to print a test page to ensure the mach ine is working properly.
Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator 132 4. Useful Management Tools 8 Ports configuration In this window, you can view the list of available ports, check the status of each port and release a port that is stalled in a busy state when its owner has terminated the job for any reason.
5. Troubleshooting This chapter gives helpful in formation for what to do if you encounter an error. • Paper feeding problems 134 • Power and cable connecting problems 135 • Printing problems 13.
134 5. Troubleshooting Paper feeding problems Condition Suggested solutions Paper jams during printing. Clear the paper jam. Paper sticks together. • Check the maximum paper capacity of the tr ay . • Make sure that you are using the correct type of pap er.
135 5. Troubleshooting Power and cable connecting problems Condition Suggested solutions The machine is not receiving power, or the connection cable between the computer and the machine is not connected properly. • Connect the machine to the elec tricity supply first and press the (power/cancel) button on the control panel.
136 5. Troubleshooting Printing problems Condition Possible cause Suggested solutions The machine does not print. The machine is not receiving power. Connect the machine to the electr icity supply first and press the (power/cancel) button on the control panel.
Printing problems 137 5. Troubleshooting The machine does not print. The printer driver may be incorrectly installe d. Uninstall and reinstall the machine’s driver. The machine is malfunctioning. C heck the display message on the control panel to see if the machine is indicating a system error.
Printing problems 138 5. Troubleshooting The machine prints, but the text is wrong, garbled, or incomplete. The machine cable is loose or defective. Disconnect the machine cable and reconnect . Try a print job that you have already printed successfully.
Printing problems 139 5. Troubleshooting Before printing, the machine emit s vapor near the output tray. Using damp paper can cause vapor during printing. This is not a problem. Just keep printing. The machine does not print special-sized paper, such as billing paper.
140 5. Troubleshooting Printing quality problems If the inside of the machine is dirty or paper has been loaded improperly, there might be a redu ction in print quality.
Printing quality problems 141 5. Troubleshooting Toner specks • The paper may not meet specifications; for ex ample, the paper may be too moist or rough. • The transfer roller may be dirty. Cl ean the inside of your machine (see "Cleaning the machine" on page 42).
Printing quality problems 142 5. Troubleshooting Vertical lines If black vertical streaks appear on the page: • The surface (drum part) of the toner cartri dge inside the machine has probably been scra tched. Remove the toner cartridge and install a new one (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 40).
Printing quality problems 143 5. Troubleshooting Vertical repetitive defects If marks repeatedly appear on the printe d side of the page at even intervals: • The toner cartridge may be damaged. If you still have the same problem, remove the toner cartridge and, install a new one (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 40).
Printing quality problems 144 5. Troubleshooting Misformed characters • If characters are improperly formed and producing hollow im ages, the paper stock may be t oo slick. Try different paper. Page skew • Ensure that the paper is loaded properly.
Printing quality problems 145 5. Troubleshooting Wrinkles or creases • Ensure that the paper is loaded properly. • Check the paper type and quality. • Turn the stack of paper over in the tray. Al so try rotating the paper 180° in the tray. Back of printouts are dirty • Check for leaking toner.
Printing quality problems 146 5. Troubleshooting Loose toner • Clean the inside of the machine (see "Cleaning the machine" on page 42). • Check the paper type and quality. • Remove the toner cartridge and then, install a new on e (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 40).
Printing quality problems 147 5. Troubleshooting Curl If the printed paper is curled or pa per does not feed into the machine: • Turn the stack of paper over in the tray. Al so try rotating the paper 180° in the tray. • Change the printer’s paper option and try again.
148 5. Troubleshooting Operating system problems 1 Common Windows problems Refer to the Microsoft Windows User’s Guide that came with yo ur computer for further informat ion on Windows error messages. Condition Suggested solutions “File in Use” message appears during installation.
Operating system problems 149 5. Troubleshooting 2 Common Macintosh problems Refer to the Macintosh User’s Guide that came with your computer for further information on Macintosh error messages. Condition Suggested solutions The machine does not print PDF files correctly.
Operating system problems 150 5. Troubleshooting 3 Common Linux problems Refer to the Linux User’s Guide that came with your computer for further information on Linux error messages. Condition Suggested solutions The machine does not print. • Check if the printer driver is installed in your syst em.
151 Glossary Glossary The following glossary helps you get familiar with the product by understanding the terminologies commonly used with printing as well as mentioned in this user’s guide. 802.11 802.11 is a set of stand ards for wireless local area network (WLAN) communication, developed by the IEEE LAN/MAN Stand ards Committee (IEEE 802).
Glossary 152 Glossary BOOTP Bootstrap Protocol. A network protocol used by a network client to obtain its IP address automatically. This is usually done in the bootstrap process of computers or operating systems running on them. The BOOTP servers assign the IP address from a pool of addresses to each client .
Glossary 153 Glossary DHCP A Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a client-server networking protocol. A DHCP server provides configurat ion parameters specific to the DHCP client host requesting, generally, informat ion required by the client host to participate on an IP netwo rk.
Glossary 154 Glossary ECM Error Correction Mode (ECM) is an optional transmission mode built into Class 1 fax machines or fax modems. It automa tically detects and corrects errors in the fax transmission process that are some times caused by telephone line noise.
Glossary 155 Glossary Gateway A connection between computer networ ks, or between a c omputer network and a telephone line. It is very popular, as it is a computer or a network that allows access to anothe r computer or network.
Glossary 156 Glossary IPM The Images Per Minute (IPM) is a way of me asuring the speed of a printer. An IPM rate indicates the number of single-sided sheets a printer can complete within one minute.
Glossary 157 Glossary LDAP The Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) is a netwo rking protocol for querying and modifying directory services running over TCP/IP. LED A Light-Emitting Diod e (LED) is a semiconductor d evice that indicates the status of a machine.
Glossary 158 Glossary NetWare A network operating system developed by Novell, Inc. It initially used cooperative multitasking to run various services on a PC , and the network protocols were based on the archetyp al Xerox XNS stack. Today NetWare supports TCP/IP as well as IPX/SPX.
Glossary 159 Glossary PostScript PostScript (PS) is a page description language and programming language used primarily in the electronic an d desktop publishing areas. - that is run in an interpreter to generate an image. Printer Driver A program used to send commands and transfer data from the computer to the printer.
Glossary 160 Glossary SMB Server Message Block (SMB) is a network protocol mainly applied to share files, printers, serial ports, and miscellan eous communications between nodes on a network. It also provides an authen ticated Inter-process communication mechanism.
Glossary 161 Glossary TWAIN An industry standard for scanners an d software. By using a TWAIN-compliant scanner with a TWAIN-compliant program, a scan can be initiated from within the program. It is an image captur e API for Microsoft Windows and Apple Macintosh operating systems.
Glossary 162 Glossary WPA-PSK WPA-PSK (WPA Pre-Share d Key) is special mode of WPA for small business or home users. A shared key, or password, is configu red in the wir eless access point (WAP) and any wireless laptop or desk top devices.
163 Index Index C cleaning inside 43 outside 42 pickup roller 45 cleaning a machine 42 control panel 16 convention 8 D Dell Printer Status 127 E embedded web service general information 123 F favorite.
Index 164 Index introducing network programs 76 IPv6 configuration 82 wireless network setup 83 N-up printing Macintosh 116 O overlay printing create 114 delete 115 print 114 P placing a machine adjus.
Index 165 Index tray adjusting the width and length 23 changing the tray size 23 feed manually in the tray 26 U understanding the status LED 53 USB cable driver installation 71 , 73 driver reinstallat.
Un point important après l'achat de l'appareil (ou même avant l'achat) est de lire le manuel d'utilisation. Nous devons le faire pour quelques raisons simples:
Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Dell B1160W c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Dell B1160W - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Dell B1160W, vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Dell B1160W va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Dell B1160W, mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Dell B1160W.
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Dell B1160W. Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Dell B1160W ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
