Dell 2355dn User's Guide

Dell™ 2355dn Laser MFP User’s Guide

9Editing a Watermark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120Deleting a Watermark . . . . .

PrintingPrinting a DocumentPrinter SettingsPrinting Multiple Pages on One Sheet of the PaperFitting Your Document to a Selected Paper SizePrinting Pos

100Printing a DocumentYour printer prints documents using the Printer Control Language (PCL) or PostScript (PS) printer driver. When you install the D

1013Select the printer driver that you want to use from the Print window.4To take advantage of the printer features provided by your printer, click Pr

102Canceling a Print JobThere are two ways to cancel a print job:To stop a print job from the operator panel:Press Cancel ().Your printer finishes pri

103Printer SettingsYou can use the printer properties window, which allows you to access all of the printer options you may need when using your print

104Basic TabThe Basic tab provides options for you to adjust how the document appears on the printed page. The Layout Options section includes advance

105Paper TabUse the following options to set the paper handling needs when you access the printer properties. Click the Paper tab to access the paper

106 SizeThe Size option allows you to choose the size of paper loaded in the paper tray. If the required size is not listed in the Size box, click Edi

107Graphic TabUse the following graphic options to adjust the print quality for your specific printing needs. Click the Graphic tab to display the pro

108Property DescriptionFont / TextAll Text BlackWhen the All Text Black option is checked, all text in your document is allowed to print solid black,

10SmarThru Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142Starting SmarThru

109Toner SaveSelecting this option extends the life of your toner cartridge and reduces your cost per page without a significant reduction in print qu

110Advanced TabClick the Advanced tab to access the following features:Property DescriptionWatermarkYou can create a background image of text to print

111Dell TabUse the Dell tab to display the copyright notice and the version number of the driver. If you have an Internet browser, you can connect to

112Using a Presets SettingThe Presets option, which is visible on each properties tab, allows you to save the current properties settings for future u

113Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of the PaperYou can select the number of pages to print on a single sheet of paper. To print more than one pag

1145Click the Paper tab and select the paper source, size, and type.6Click OK and print the document. Change Percentage of Your DocumentYou can scale

115Fitting Your Document to a Selected Paper SizeYou can scale your print job to any selected paper size regardless of the original document size. Thi

116Printing PostersYou can print a single-page document onto 4, 9, or 16 sheets of paper, for the purpose of pasting the sheets together to form one p

1175Click the Paper tab and select the paper source, size, and type.6Click OK and print the document. You can complete the poster by reconstructing th

118Printing on Both Sides of PaperYour printer prints on both sides of the paper automatically.Before printing, decide on which edge you will be bindi

11Deleting a Group Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169Editing Group Numbers . . . . . . .

1194Click the Paper tab and select the paper source, size and type.5Click OK and print the document.Your printer prints on both sides of the paper aut

1203Click OK and start printing.Creating a Watermark1When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties.

1213Select the watermark you want to edit from the Current Watermarks list and change the watermark message and options. 4Click Update to save the cha

122Using OverlaysWhat is an Overlay?An overlay is text and/or images stored in the computer hard disk drive (HDD) as a special file format that can be

1234In the Edit Overlays window, click Create.5In the Save As window, type a name of up to eight characters in the File name box. Select the destinati

1244Select the desired overlay from the Text drop-down list box. 5If the overlay file you want does not appear in the Text drop-down list, select Edit

125Deleting a Page OverlayYou can delete page overlays that are no longer used. 1In the printer properties window, click the Advanced tab. 2Click Edit

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CopyingLoading Paper for CopyingSelecting the Paper TrayPreparing a DocumentLoading an Original DocumentMaking CopiesSetting Copy OptionsUsing Special

128Loading Paper for CopyingThe instructions for loading print materials are the same whether you are printing, faxing, or copying. For further detail

12Sending a Fax Automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190Sending a Fax Directly . . . . . .

129– Corner damage caused by excessive stapling/removal.• Remove all staples and paper clips before loading documents.• Ensure that any glue, ink or c

1302Adjust the document width guides to the correct document size. Ensure that the bottom of the document stack matches the paper size marked on the d

131For detailed guidelines for preparing an original document, see "Preparing a Document".3Close the document cover. NOTE: If you are copyi

132Setting Copy OptionsThe Manual Copy menus on the operator panel let you customize all the basic copy options; number of copies, copy size, contrast

133ContrastAdjust the contrast to make the copy lighter or darker than the original. 1Press Copy from the home screen.2Press the Next ( ) button.3Pres

134Using Special Copy Features NOTE: Some features may not be available depending on where you loaded the document, on the document glass or in the D

135ECO CopyingYou can cut toner consumption and paper usage.To make the ECO copying: 1Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the DAD

1366If necessary, customize the copy settings including number of copies, contrast, original size, and original type. See "Setting Copy Options&q

137Clone CopyingThis special copy mode can be applied when you load a document using only the document glass. If a document is detected on the DADF, t

138ID CopyingWhen you copy using this feature, the printer prints one side on the upper half of the paper and the other side on the lower half without

13MacintoshInstalling Software for Macintosh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214Install the printer dri

1392-up or 4-up copying (N-up)The machine reduces the size of the original images and prints 2 or 4 pages onto one sheet of paper. This special copy m

140•1->2 Side Long Edge: Prints pages to be read like a book.•1->2 Side Short Edge: Prints pages to be read by flipping through it like a note p

ScanningScanning OverviewSmarThru OfficeScanning Using Dell Scan ManagerScanning to a PC ApplicationScanning and Sending an EmailScanning and Sending

142Scanning OverviewScanning with your machine lets you turn pictures and text into digital files that can be stored on your computer. Then you can fa

1434The SmarThru Office appears.For more information about SmarThru Office, click SmarThru Office help SmarThru Office help. The SmarThru Office help

1443Scan Setting window opens. NOTE: Click Advanced button to set more scan options.4Set scan settings and click Scan.Printing1Click the SmarThru ico

1453Select the file you want to print.4Select the machine you want to use for printing.5Click Print to start the job.Sending a File via FaxYou can fax

146Scanning Using Dell Scan ManagerAbout Dell Scan ManagerYou just walk to the machine with the originals and scan them from the control panel, then t

1473In the Set Scan Button window, select the scan setting option. •Scan Destination: You can change the add or delete application programs and file f

148Scanning to a PC Application1Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the DADF (Duplex Automatic Document Feeder).ORPlace a single

14MaintenanceClearing the printer NVRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246Backing up Data .

1498The selected application window opens. Adjust the scan settings and scan. For details, please refer to the user’s guide of the application. NOTE:

150Scanning and Sending to SMB ServerSelect the folder and share it with the machine in order to receive the scanned file. You need to set the SMB ser

151Scanning and Sending to FTP ServerSelect the folder and share it with the machine in order to receive the scanned file. You need to set the FTP ser

152Scanning and Sending Custom Email1Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the DADF.ORPlace a single document face down on the docu

153Scan to Fax ServerFax server will decipher the fax/e-mail data to send out the job. The e-mail is automatically processed by fax server and sent to

154Scanning Using the Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) DriverYour printer also supports the WIA driver for scanning images. WIA is one of the standard

155Scanning to the USB MemoryYou can scan a document and save the scanned image on the USB memory. There are two ways of doing this: you can scan to t

156Scanning Using the Default Settings1Insert the USB memory key into the USB memory port on your printer. NOTE: Insert the USB memory key as soon as

157Changing the Scan Feature SettingsThe following table shows the options you can select. NOTE: 600 dpi resolution is available in color scanning on

158Managing the USB MemoryYou can delete image files stored in the USB memory one by one or all at once by formatting the memory.Deleting an Image Fil

15Fax Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290Copying Problems. . . .

159Printing from the USB Memory KeyYou can print files stored in the USB memory key. TIFF, BMP, JPEG, PDF, and PRN file formats are supported. NOTE:

160Scan to Email SetupTo use e-mail features such as Scanning to E-mail and Fax Forward to E-mail addresses, you first need to configure the network s

161Scanning by a network connectionIf you have connected your machine to a network and set up network parameters correctly, you can scan and send imag

162Setting up an e-mail accountTo scan and send an image as an email attachment, you need to set up network parameters using Embedded Web Service.1Ent

163Setting up an FTP serverTo use an FTP server, you need to set up parameters to access the FTP servers using Embedded Web Service.1Enter your machin

164Available Options for LDAP ServerOption DescriptionLDAP Server SetupLDAP Server and PortSpecifies the LDAP server address in IP address format of &

165Setting up an e-mail alertTo configure detailed settings for email alert. 1Enter your machine’s IP address as the URL in a browser and click Go to

166Setup POP3 before SMTPPOP3 Server and PortaSpecifies the POP3 server address in IP address format of "aaa.bbb.ccc.ddd" or as a DNS host n

167Setting up Address BookYou can set up your Address Book with the email addresses that you use frequently. You can then easily and quickly enter ema

1683Press the up/down arrows to select Email/Fax List.4Press Email List View List.5Press Individual.6To delete the selected address, press the mark

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1694Press Email List View List.5Press Group.6Press the button Add.7Enter Name in the field with the pop up keyboard and select Speed Dial using t

1709To add the e-mail address, press the up/down arrows to select the e-mail address you wand add.To delete the e-mail address, press the mark next

NetworkingAbout Sharing the Printer on a NetworkSetting Up the Locally Shared PrinterSetting Up a Network-connected Printer

172About Sharing the Printer on a NetworkLocally-shared PrinterYou can connect the printer directly to a selected computer, which is called the “host

1734If you are using Windows Vista, you may be prompted to change the sharing options before you can continue. Press the Change Sharing Options button

174Install the Shared Printer on Client ComputersPoint and PrintThis method is the best use of system resources. The print server handles driver modif

175For example: \\<print server host name>\<shared printer name>The print server host name is the name of the print server computer that i

176Setting Up a Network-connected PrinterYou must set up the network protocols on the printer to use it as your network printer. Protocols can be set

177Printing a Network Configuration PageThe Network Configuration page shows how the network interface card on your printer is configured. The default

178Configuring TCP/IP• Static Addressing: TCP/IP address is assigned manually by the system administrator.• Dynamic Addressing BOOTP/DHCP (default): T

17Unpacking Your Printer1Select a location for your printer. CAUTION: The printer requires at least two people to lift it safely. • Leave enough room

179Dynamic Addressing (BOOTP/DHCP)To assign the TCP/IP address automatically using a DHCP or BOOTP server on your network.1Press Setup Machine Setup

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FaxingSetting the Printer IDSetting the Time and DateSetting Daylight Savings TimeChanging the Clock ModeSetting SoundsToll Save ModeSetting up the Fa

182Setting the Printer IDIn most countries, you are required by law to indicate your fax number on any fax you send. The printer ID, containing your t

183Setting Daylight Savings TimeIf your country switches to Daylight Savings Time each year, use this procedure to automatically switch to Daylight Sa

184Setting SoundsSpeaker, Ringer, Dial Tone, Fault, Conflict, and Selection1Press Setup Machine Setup from the home screen.2Press the Next ( ) button

1857Press the home icon ( ) to return to the Standby mode.Once Toll Save mode is activated, your printer stores all of the documents to be faxed into

186Receive Mode You can select the default fax receiving mode.•Fax mode (automatic receive mode): The printer answers an incoming call and automatical

187Testing Fax line connection 1Press Setup Maintenance from the home screen.2Press the Next ( ) button.3Press Fax Line Test.The printer display the

188Sending a FaxAdjusting the Document ContrastUse the Contrast setting to fax your documents lighter or darker.1Press Fax from the home screen.2Press

18 NOTE: Use the telephone line cord supplied with your printer. If you choose to use a different cord, use an AWG #26 or lower gauge cord that is no

189Sending a Fax Manually1Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the DADF (Duplex Automatic Document Feeder).ORPlace a single docume

190Sending a Fax AutomaticallyYou need to set fax phone number from the Setup Machine Setup Next () Default Setting Fax Default Auto Send before

191Sending a Fax Directly1Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the DADF.ORPlace a single document face down on the document glass.

192Automatic RedialingWhen the number you have dialed is busy or there is no answer when you send a fax, the machine automatically redials the number.

193Loading Paper for Receiving Faxes The instructions for loading paper in the paper tray are the same whether you are printing, faxing, or copying, e

194The printer receives the document.Press the buttons slowly in sequence. If you still hear the fax tone from the remote printer, try pressing *9* on

195When the DRPD feature is set up, the DRPD option is available in the Receive Mode menu. To receive faxes in the DRPD mode, you need to set the menu

196Editing Speed Dial NumbersYou can edit a specific speed dial number.1Press Setup Machine Setup from the home screen.2Press the Next ( ) button.3Pr

1976Press the up/down arrows to select the speed dial number you want.ORPress the button Search. Searches the fax number which currently stored in

198Editing Group Dial NumbersYou can delete a specific speed dial number from a selected group or add a new number to the selected group.1Press Setup

1DellTM 2355dn Laser MFP User’s GuideClick the links to the left for information on the features, options, and operation of your printer. For informat

19 NOTE: To confirm the scanner is unlocked, open the scanner cover and ensure that the blue latch is in the unlocked ( ) position. If the latch is

1994If necessary, adjust the document contrast and resolution to suit your fax needs. See "Adjusting the Document Contrast" or "Adjusti

200Searching for a Number in the MemoryThere are various ways to search for a number in the memory. You can either scan from A to Z and Z to A sequent

201The pop-up keyboard appears. Press the letter you want to search for. A name beginning with the letter displays.Printing a Phonebook ListYou can ch

2025Press the Direct Input and enter the remote fax phone number using the keyboard.ORPress the Fax List and select speed dial you want.6If necessary,

2035Press the Direct Input and enter the remote fax phone number using the keyboard.ORPress the Fax List and select speed dial you want.6If necessary,

2042Press the Next ( ) button.3Press the up/down arrows until you see the fax job you want to cancel.4Press the mark next to the fax job you want to

205Additional FeaturesUsing the Secure Receiving ModeYou may need to prevent your received faxes from being accessed by unauthorized people. You can t

2063Enter the four-digit passcode and press OK.The mode is deactivated and the printer prints all of the faxes which have been stored in memory.4Press

207Junk Fax List ReportThis list shows up to 10 fax numbers specified as junk fax numbers by using the Junk Fax Setup menu; see "Advanced Fax Set

208•Demo Page: Demo page•PCL Font List: PCL Font list•PS Font List: PS Font listThe selected information prints out.Using Advanced Fax SettingsYour pr

20About Your PrinterThese are the main components of your printer. The following illustrations show the standard Dell 2355dn Laser MFP and an optional

209Toll Save You can set your printer to store your faxes in memory and to send them at the specified toll-saving time. For details about sending toll

210Using an Answering machineYou can connect a telephone answering device (TAD) directly to the back of your printer as shown in Figure 1.Set your pri

211Using a Computer ModemIf you want to use your computer modem for faxing or for a dial-up internet connection, connect the computer modem directly t

212

MacintoshInstalling Software for MacintoshSetting Up the PrinterPrintingScanning

214Your printer supports Macintosh systems with a built-in USB interface or 10/100 Base-TX network interface card. When you print a file from a Macint

215UnInstall the printer driver1Insert the Software and Documentation CD which came with your printer into the CD-ROM drive.2Double-click CD-ROM icon

2167Click Continue.8Click Uninstall and then click Uninstall.9After the uninstallation is finished, click Restart.Setting Up the Printer Set up for yo

217For a USB-connected Macintosh1Follow the instructions on "Installing Software for Macintosh" to install the PPD and Filter files on your

218PrintingPrinting a DocumentWhen you print with a Macintosh, you need to check the printer software setting in each application you use. Follow thes

21Rear ViewUSB porta If you want to connect the extension phone or answering machine, see "Making Connections".b You can purchase a cable lo

219Layout SettingThe Layout tab provides options to adjust how the document appears on the printed page. You can print multiple pages on one sheet of

2203Select the number of pages you want to print on one sheet of paper on the Pages per Sheet drop-down list.4Select the page order from the Layout Di

221Printer Features SettingThe Printer Features tab provides options for selecting the paper type and adjusting print quality.Select Printer Features

222ScanningYou can scan documents using Image Capture. Macintosh OS offers Image Capture.1Ensure that your machine and computer are turned on and prop

LinuxGetting StartedInstalling the MFP DriverUsing the Unified Driver ConfiguratorConfiguring Printer PropertiesPrinting a DocumentScanning a Document

224Getting StartedThe supplied Software and Documentation CD provides you with Dell's MFP driver package for using your printer with a Linux comp

225 NOTE: It is also necessary to claim swap partition of 300 MB or larger for working with large scanned images. NOTE: The Linux scanner driver supp

2264Installation is started. When the installation is almost complete, the Add printer wizard appears automatically. Click Next.5If you connect your p

227ORIf you connect your printer using the network cable, the following window appears.Check the Network printer, and select your printer from the dro

2286If you connect your printer using the USB cable, you should choose a port you will use with your printer. After choosing the port, click Next.ORIf

22Operator Panel Button FunctionsCommon Keys Function Keys Fax KeysFunction keys Fax keysStatus LEDCommon keysPress: To:Stop an operation at any time,

2298Enter your printer’s name, location, description and click Next.9Click Finish to complete installation.

23010When the following window appears, click Finish.The installation program has added the Unified Driver Configurator desktop icon and Dell MFP grou

231Uninstalling the MFP Driver1When the Administrator Login window appears, type in root in the Login field and enter the system password. NOTE: You

232Using the Unified Driver ConfiguratorUnified Driver Configurator is a tool primarily intended for configuring MFP devices. Since an MFP device comb

233Printers ConfigurationPrinters configuration has the two tabs; Printers and Classes. Printers TabYou can see the current system’s printer configura

234Classes TabThe Classes tab shows a list of available printer classes.•Refresh: Renews the classes list.•Add Class...: Allows you to add a new print

235Scanners ConfigurationIn this window, you can monitor the activity of scanner devices, view a list of installed Dell MFP devices, change device pro

236MFP Ports ConfigurationIn this window, you can view the list of available MFP ports, check the status of each port and release a port that is stall

237Configuring Printer PropertiesUsing the properties window provided by the Printers configuration, you can change the various properties for your ma

238Printing a DocumentPrinting from ApplicationsThere are a lot of Linux applications that you are allowed to print from using Common UNIX Printing Sy

23Understanding the Status LEDWhen the problem occurs, the Status LED indicates the machine's condition by the light color of it's action.St

239The following four tabs display at the top of the window.•General: allows you to change the paper size, the paper type, and the orientation of the

240Printing FilesYou can print many different types of files on the Dell MFP device using the standard CUPS way - directly from the command line inter

241When you have only one MFP device and it is connected to the computer and turned on, your scanner appears on the list and is automatically selected

242If you want to use one of the preset scan option settings, select from the Job Type drop-down list. For details about the preset Job Type settings,

2434Click OK. Your setting is added to the Saved Settings drop-down list.To save a Job Type setting for the next scan job:1Select the setting you want

244You can use the following tools to edit the image:For further details about the Image Manager program, refer to the onscreen help.Tools FunctionSav

MaintenanceClearing the printer NVRAMBacking up DataCleaning Your PrinterMaintaining the Toner CartridgeReplacement PartsOrdering Supplies

246Clearing the printer NVRAM CAUTION: Before clearing the memory, make sure that all fax jobs have been completed, or you will lose those jobs.You c

247Backing up DataDate in the printer's memory can be accidentally erased due to power failure or storage failure. Backup helps you protect your

248Cleaning Your PrinterTo maintain the print quality, follow the cleaning procedures below, each time the toner cartridge is replaced or if print qua

24Introducing the Home ScreenTouchscreenThe home screen on the control panel allows user-friendly operation of the machine. Once you press the home ic

249 3With a dry and lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the toner cartridge area and the toner cartridge cavity. CAUTION: Do

2505Reinsert the toner cartridge and close the front cover.6Plug in the power cord and power the printer on.

251Cleaning the scannerKeeping the scanner and DADF glass clean ensure the highest quality copies, scans, and sent faxes. Dell recommends cleaning the

252Maintaining the Toner CartridgeStoring the Toner CartridgeStore the toner cartridge in the original packaging until you are ready to install it.Do

2533Thoroughly shake the cartridge from side-to-side 5 or 6 times to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. NOTE: If toner comes into cont

2546Close the front cover. Ensure that the cover is surely closed.Replacing the Toner CartridgeWhen the toner eventually runs out, only blank pages pr

2553Remove the new toner cartridge from its bag.4Remove the packing tape and thoroughly shake the cartridge from side-to-side to distribute the toner.

256Cleaning the DrumIf there are streaks or spots on your print, the Organic Photo Conductor (OPC) drum of the toner cartridge may require cleaning.1B

257Ordering SuppliesYou can order supplies using the Dell Toner Management System or the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool.If your printer is connec

258 NOTE: Refer to the following table to order toner cartridges.Toner cartridge Part number Dell Standard Capacity Toner Cartridge (3,000 pagesa)a I

25Understanding the KeyboardYou can enter alphabet characters, numbers, diacritical marks, or special symbols using the keyboard on the home screen. T

TroubleshootingClearing Jams in the DADFClearing Jams in the Paper TrayClearing LCD Error MessagesSolving Problems

260Clearing Jams in the DADFWhen a document jams while it passes through the DADF, a warning message appears on the display. NOTE: To prevent documen

261aOpen the DADF cover.bOpen the document input tray upwards and pull the document gently out of the DADF.cRemove the document by gently pulling it o

262dClose the DADF cover and the document input tray. Then load the documents back into the DADF.If the document is jammed in the duplex path:aOpen th

263cRemove the document by gently pulling it out.dClose the DADF inner cover and the DADF cover. Then load the documents back into the DADF.2If you ca

2644Close the document cover. Then load the documents back into the DADF.Clearing Jams in the Paper TrayWhen a paper jam occurs, Paper Jam appears on

265Paper Feed Jam (tray 1)1Open and close the front cover. The jammed paper automatically exits the printer.If the paper does not exit, go to the next

266If you cannot see the paper or the paper does not move when pulled, check the fuser area. For more information, see "Fuser Area Jam". 4In

267If you cannot see the paper in this area or the paper does not move when pulled, go to the next step.3Pull the tray 1 half way out.4Pull the paper

268MPF Jam1If the paper is not feeding properly, pull the paper out of the printer.2Open and close the front cover to resume printing.Fuser Area Jam

26Using Shortcut MenuYou can set the option which is frequently used on home screen.Creating Shortcut Menu1Press Shortcut ( ) from the home screen.2Pr

2693Replace the toner cartridge and close the front cover. Printing automatically resumes.Paper Exit Jam1Open and close the front cover. The jammed pa

270 3If you cannot see the paper in the output tray or the paper does not move when pulled, open the rear door.4If you see the jammed paper, push the

2716Unfold the duplex guide fully.7While pushing the fuser lever to the right, open the fuser door. NOTE: Ensure that to unfold the duplex guide befo

2728Pull the jammed paper out.If the jammed paper does not move when you pull, push the two blue pressure levers up to loosen the paper, and then remo

273Duplex JamDuplex Jam 01Pull the duplex unit out of the printer.2Remove the jammed paper from the duplex unit.If the paper does not come out with th

2743Push the duplex unit to the printer.4Open and close the front cover. Printing automatically resumes. CAUTION: If you do not push the duplex unit

2754Return the duplex guide and close the rear door. 5Open and close the front cover. Printing automatically resumes.Tips for Avoiding Paper JamsBy se

276Clearing LCD Error Messages NOTE: You may see an exclamation mark ( ) or a cross mark ( ) on the upper of the display, in that case, press the cro

277Duplex Unit is not installedThe duplex unit is not installed. Check duplex unit.Paper jam in duplex unit Paper has jammed during duplex printing. C

278Email Job is completed with error :Pop3There is a problem in POP3. Configure the POP3 setting.Fax Unit Error A problem has occurred in the fax unit

27Internal FontsThe Dell 2355dn Laser MFP Laser printer supports the PCL and PS fonts.If you want to see the PCL and PS font list, follow these steps:

279Hub is not supported USB hub device should not be connected with USB memory port.Remove the USB hub device from USB memory port.Invalid Cartridge T

280CheckCartridge AreaPaper has jammed in the fuser area. Clear the jam. See "Fuser Area Jam".Fuser Door Open The fuser door is not securely

281Toner Almost EmptyReplace Toner NowThe toner cartridge is empty. Replace the toner cartridge with a new one. See "Replacing the Toner Cartrid

282Solving ProblemsThe following chart lists some conditions that may occur and the recommended solutions. Follow the suggested solutions until the pr

283Printing ProblemsCondition Possible cause Suggested solutionsThe printer does not print.The printer is not receiving power.Check the power cord con

284Half the page is blank. The page orientation setting may be incorrect.Change the page orientation in your application. See "Basic Tab".Th

285Printing Quality ProblemsThe inside of the printer may be dirty or improper paper loading may reduce the print quality. See the table below to clea

286White SpotsWhite spots appears on the page:• The paper is too rough and a lot of dirt from a paper falls to the inner devices within the machine, s

287Vertical repetitive defectsIf marks repeatedly appear on the printed side of the page at even intervals:• The toner cartridge may be damaged. If a

288Curl or wave• Ensure that the paper is loaded properly.• Check the paper type and quality. Both high temperatures and humidity can cause paper curl

28 Place the machine on a flat, stable surface so that there is no incline greater than 2 mm (0.08 inch). Otherwise, printing quality may be affected.

289Loose toner•Clean the inside of the printer. See "Cleaning the Interior".• Check the paper type and quality. See "Paper Specificatio

290Fax Problems Condition Suggested solutionsReceiving fax calls are not being answered by the printer•Receive Mode set to Tel mode. (manual receive m

291Receiving Faxes are not been printed by the printerReceive Forward feature might be turned Off, try enabling this setting. You can set the printer

292Copying ProblemsThe document stops in the middle of faxing.While faxing through DADF any documents smaller than 5.59 by 5.83 in. (142 by 148 mm) or

293Scanning ProblemsFewer copies from the toner cartridge than expected prints out.• Your originals may contain pictures, solids or heavy lines. For e

294Global address problemsCommon Windows ProblemsCondition Suggested solutionsLDAP Maximum Query Exceeded...There exists limitation for number of resu

295 NOTE: Refer to Mac OS User’s Guide that came with your computer for further information on Mac OS error messages.Common Linux Problems“Fail To Pr

296The printer does not appear on the scanners list.• Check if your printer is attached to your computer. Ensure that it is connected properly via the

297Common Macintosh ProblemsProblems in the chooser NOTE: Refer to Mac OS User’s Guide that came with your computer for further information on Mac OS

298Troubleshooting PostScript (PS) Errors NOTE: To receive a printed or screen displayed message when PS errors occur, open the Print Options window

2Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your printer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates

29Installing the Toner Cartridge 1Open the front cover. CAUTION: To prevent damage, do not expose the toner cartridge to light for more than a few mi

Installing AccessoriesPrecautions When Installing Printer AccessoriesInstalling Printer MemoryInstalling an Optional Tray 2Installing Wireless Network

300Precautions When Installing Printer AccessoriesNever remove the control board while the printer is plugged in.To avoid the possibility of an electr

3015Press the memory module into the slot with care until you hear a “click”. NOTE: The notches and grooves illustrated above may not match those on

302Installing an Optional Tray 2You can increase the paper handling capacity of your printer by installing an optional tray 2. This tray holds 250 she

3035Connect the cable into the connector on the back of the printer.6Load paper in the optional tray 2. For information about loading paper in this tr

304Installing Wireless Network interface cardThe machine is equipped with a network interface which allows you to use your printer on a network. You c

SpecificationsGeneral SpecificationsScanner and Copier SpecificationsPrinter SpecificationsFacsimile SpecificationsPaper Specifications

306General SpecificationsItem DescriptionDADF input capacity Up to 50 sheets (20 lb, 75 g/m2)DADF document size Width: 5.6-8.5 in. (142-216 mm)Length:

307Scanner and Copier SpecificationsToner cartridge lifebDell Standard Capacity Toner Cartridge life: 3,000 pagesDell High Capacity Toner Cartridge li

308Scan speed (Text mode) document glass: 15 (lineart), 20 (gray), 30 (color) secondsDADF: 15 (lineart), 20 (gray), 30 (color) secondsFirst Copy Out

304Close the front cover.

309Printer SpecificationsItem DescriptionPrinting method Laser Beam PrintingPrinting speed (Simplex) Letter: up to 35 ppm (pages per minute)A4: up to

310First Page Out Time (FPOT) From Standby mode: Less than or equal to 8.5 secondsFrom Sleep mode: Less than 24 seconds (Measured after less than 10 m

311Facsimile Specifications Item DescriptionCompatibility ITU-T Group 3Applicable line Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) or behind PABXData cod

312Paper SpecificationsOverviewYour printer accepts a variety of print materials, such as cut-sheet paper (including up to 100 percent recycled fiber

313Supported Sizes of Paper NOTE: You may experience jams when using print materials with a length of less than 127 mm (5 inches). For optimum perfor

314 NOTE: You can use A4, Letter, Folio, Oficio, Legal-sized paper for duplex printing.Guidelines for Using PaperFor the best result, use conventiona

315Paper SpecificationsPaper Output CapacityPrinter and Paper Storage EnvironmentPaper storage environmental conditions directly affect the feed opera

316Unopened paper in sealed reams can remain stable for several months before use. Opened packages of paper have more potential for environment damage

317IndexAAddress Book, use, 167alarm sound, 184Ans/Fax mode, receiving mode, 186auto fit, special copy, 136automatic redialing, 192Bbooklet printing,

318Ggraphic properties, printing, 107group dial, faxingdialing, 200editing, 198setting, 197group number, emailassigning, 168deleting, 169editing, 169H

31Loading PaperLoad up to 250 sheets of plain paper (75 g/m2, 20lb) in the paper tray. NOTE: Set the paper type and size after loading paper into the

319multiple pages on one sheet, 113posters, 116problem, 283using overlays, 122watermarks, 119priority fax, 202problem, solveWindows, 294problem, solvi

323Slide in the paper length guide until it rests against the end of the paper stack.For paper smaller than Letter size, adjust the rear paper length

335Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them out. Do not fold or crease the print media. Align the edges on a level surface.6In

349Set the paper type and size. For more information, see "Setting the Paper Type" and "Setting the Paper Size".Making Connections

352Alternative setup of Fax connected to a wall socket and a external phone or Telephone answering device (TAD): If connecting a FAX using an answerin

36 NOTE: Set rings to answer to digit greater than the "Ring to Answer" setting for the telephone answering device (TAD). NOTE: For additio

37If the phone communication is serial in your country (such as Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Austria, Belgium, Italy, France, and Switzerland), connect t

383Connect the other end of the cable to an available USB port on the computer, not the USB keyboard.Connecting the printer to the Network1Ensure that

3Finding InformationWhat Are You Looking For? Find It Here• Drivers for my printer•My User’s GuideSoftware and Documentation CDYou can use the Softwar

39Powering On the Printer CAUTION: The fusing area at the rear part of the inside of your printer becomes hot once the printer is powered on. CAUTI

40dTest the fax line. See "Testing Fax line connection".5Your printer returns to the Standby mode.Dell 2355dn Laser MFP Menu FunctionsThe co

41Printing the Printer setting and Op-panel Menu setting NOTE: This will be helpful for the users to maneuver through the op-panel setting and tree i

42Changing the Display LanguageTo change the displayed language that the operator panel displays, follow these steps:1Press Setup Machine Setup from

43Setting the Time and DateThe time and date are printed on all faxes. NOTE: It may be necessary to reset the correct time and date if loss of power

44Setting the Sound/VolumeYou can set the volume for button sounds, notice alarms, and the sound that occurs during a fax job. 1Press Setup Machine S

45Scanner Lamp Power Save ModeThe scan lamp under the document glass automatically turns off when it is not in actual use after a preset period to red

46Setting the Job Management1Press Setup Machine Setup from the home screen.2Press the Next ( ) button.3Press the up/down arrows to select the job ma

47Ignoring Blank PagesThe printer detects the printing data from computer whether a page is empty or includes any data. To skip the blank pages at pri

48Software OverviewAfter setting up your printer and connecting it to your computer, you must install the drivers and utilities from the "Install

4Express Service Code Express Service Code Identify your printer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support.Enter the Express Service

49Dell Printer Configuration Web ToolThe Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, also known as the printer Embedded Web Service, lets you monitor the sta

50Printer StatusGet immediate feedback on printer supply status. When the toner is running low, click the toner supplies link on the first screen to o

51Available Options for FAX ServerEmail SettingsReceive an email when the printer needs supplies or intervention. Type your name or the key operator’s

52Available Options for Email AlertOption DescriptionEmail Alert SetupIP Address or Host NameSets the IP address or Host name.Primary SMTP GatewaySets

53Email Alert SetupEmail List 1 Sets acceptable e-mail addresses for the E-Mail Alert feature up to 255 alphanumeric characters.Email List 2 Sets acce

54Available Options for LDAP ServerOption DescriptionLDAP Server SetupLDAP Server and PortSpecifies the LDAP server address in IP address format of &q

55Copy Printer SettingsQuickly clone the printer's settings to another printer or printers on the network just by typing each printer's IP a

56Installing Software in Microsoft® Windows® Operating SystemBefore you begin, ensure that your system meets the "Minimum Requirements". NO

57Installing Dell Software for Local PrintingA local printer is a printer attached to your computer using a USB cable. If your printer is attached to

584Select Typical Installation to install the software and the User’s Guide.If you select Custom Installation, select the components to be installed.

5ContentsDellTM 2355dn Laser MFP User’s Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Contacting Dell . . . . . . .

595When the installation is complete, you may print a test page. Click Finish to complete the installation and close the wizard. You are now ready to

604Select the printer you want to assign an MAC address to. The printer’s MAC address can be found on the Configuration page for the printer.5When you

614If you want to install the drivers on this computer for network operation, select Local Installation, and then click Next.If you want to install th

62If you do not see your printer in the list, click Refresh to refresh the list or click Add Printer to add your printer to the network. To add the pr

637Select Custom Installation. Click Next.If you select Typical Installation, go to step 9.8Select the components to be installed, and you can also ch

64 NOTE: For information about installing the wireless network interface card and configuring the network parameters, refer to Wireless Network Quick

65Uninstalling SoftwareYou should remove the printer drivers if you are upgrading the software or if your driver installation fails. You can remove th

66Using the Dell Toner Management SystemThe Printer Status Monitor displays the status of the printer that is connected to the local network. Printer

67Printer Settings UtilityBy using the Printer Settings Utility window, you can set up fax system data options, and create and edit Phonebook entries

68The Directory SectionClick the Phonebook or Address Book section and the Setting button to create and edit Phonebook or Emailbook entries.Retrieve t

6Printing the Printer setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Printing the Op-panel Menu sett

69The Fax Setting SectionClick each item under Fax Setting to setup the fax configuration. The printer setup contains the printer ID and printer fax n

70Yo u c a n s e l e c t Emulation Setting.If you want additional PCL fonts and PS fonts, select Store PCL Font and Macro in Emulation Setting.The

715Click Update Firmware.

72Set IP Address UtilityThis program is for the network IP setting using the MAC address which is the hardware serial number of the network printer ca

Paper HandlingPrint Media GuidelinesStoring Print MediaIdentifying Print Media Sources and SpecificationsSelecting an Output LocationLoading Print Med

74Print Media GuidelinesPrint media is paper, card stock, transparencies, labels, and envelopes. Your printer provides high quality printing on a vari

75Moisture ContentThe amount of moisture in the paper affects both print quality and the ability of the printer to feed the paper properly. Leave the

76Unacceptable PaperThe following papers are not recommended for use with the printer:•Chemically treated papers used to make copies without carbon pa

77Selecting Preprinted Forms and Letterhead paperUse the following guidelines when selecting preprinted forms and letterhead paper for the printer:• U

78Printing on a Letterhead paperCheck with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the preprinted letterhead paper that you have chosen is acc

7Uninstalling Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Using the Dell Toner M

79Selecting Prepunched PaperPrepunched paper brands can differ in the number and placement of holes and in manufacturing techniques.Use the following

80• To achieve the best possible print quality, use only high-quality envelopes that are designed for use in laser printers.• For best performance, us

81 NOTE: You can improve the printing quality of envelopes by pulling down the rear door to open and pushing the two blue pressure levers down. This

82• Remove a 0.125 in. (3 mm) strip from the leading edge to prevent labels from peeling inside the printer.• Portrait orientation is preferred, espec

83Identifying Print Media Sources and SpecificationsThe following tables provide information on standard and optional sources, including the print med

84JIS B5 7.17 x 10.1 in. (182 x 257 mm)Y Y -ISO B5 6.93 x 9.84 in.(176 x 250 mm)Y Y -Letter 8.5 x 11 in. (215.9 x 279.4 mm)YYYLegal 8.5 x 14 in. (2

85Print Media SupportedPrint Media Types and WeightsPrint Media (Paper) Types Paper Tray (tray 1 and optional tray 2) MPFPlain, Thin, Recycled, Letter

86Labels-maximum Paper - 163 g/m2(43 lb bond) Dual-web paper - 163 g/m2(43 lb bond) Polyester - 163 g/m2(43 lb bond) Vinyl - 163 g/m2(43 lb liner) In

87Selecting an Output LocationThe printer has two output locations; the output tray (face down) and the rear door (face up).To use the output tray, en

88Printing to the Output Tray (Face down)The output tray collects printed paper face-down, in the correct order. The tray should be used for most prin

8Setting the Paper Margin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93Setting the Paper Tray. .

89Loading Print Media in the Paper TrayYou can load approximately 250 sheets of plain paper in the tray 1 or the optional tray 2. If you purchased the

90Using the MPF (Multi purpose feeder)Use the MPF to print transparencies, labels, envelopes or postcards in addition to making quick runs of paper ty

913Load the print material with the side to be printed on facing up.Depending on the paper type you are using, keep the following loading method:• Env

925After loading paper, set the paper type and size for the MPF. See "Setting the Paper Type" for copying and faxing or "Paper Tab"

93Setting the Paper SizeAfter loading paper in the paper tray, you need to set the paper size from the operator panel. This setting will apply to Fax

94Setting the Paper TrayThis feature allows you to select the tray and paper that you want to use for a printing job. Paper size and paper tray are ad

95Setting the paper feeding flow1Press Setup Machine Setup from the home screen.2Press the Next ( ) button.3Press the up/down arrows to select Tray B

96Tray BehaviorTray LinkingTray linking enables the automatic linking feature for trays when you load the same size and type of print media in multipl

97MPFMPF can be configured to behave in Tray Mode or in Bypass Mode by setting the Configure MPF menu in the operator panel.Bypass ModeIn this mode th

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