DELL 3330dn User Manual

Software overview
Use the Software and Documentation CD that came with your printer to install a combination of software applications,
depending on your operating system.
Note: If you purchased your printer and computer separately, you must use the Software and Documentation CD to
install these software applications.
Note: These software applications are not available with Macintosh
®.
Status Monitor Center
Note: For the local Status Monitor Center to work properly, bidirectional communication support...

To disable the Dell Printer Alert Utility:
1From the System Tray, right click the  icon.
2Select Exit.
To re-enable the Dell Printer Alert Utility:
1In Windows Vista or later:
aClick  Programs.
bClick Dell Printers.
cClick Dell 3330dn Laser Printer.
In Windows XP:
Click Start  Programs or All Programs  Dell Printers  Dell 3330dn Laser Printer.
2Click Printer Alert Utility.
Installing the optional XPS driver
The XML Paper Specification (XPS) driver is an optional printer driver designed to make use of...

Dell Toner Management System
Printing Status Window
Note: For the Printing Status Window to work properly, bidirectional communication support must be in place so
the printer and computer can communicate. An exception is added to the Windows
® Firewall to allow this
communication.
The Printing Status window displays the status of the printer (Printer Ready, Printer Offline, and Error-Check Printer)
and the name of the job when you send a job to print.
The Printing Status window also displays the level of...

Printing
This chapter covers printing, printer reports, and job cancelation. Selection and handling of paper and specialty
media can affect how reliably documents print. For more information, see “Avoiding jams” on page 63 and “Storing
paper” on page 47.
Printing a document
1Load paper into a tray or feeder.
2From the Paper menu, set the Paper Type and Paper Size based on the paper that is loaded.
3Do one of the following:
For Windows users
aWith a document open, click File  Print.
bClick Properties,...

bCustomize the settings as needed in the Print dialog:
1With a document open, choose File > Print.
2Select a Paper Source option, and then choose the tray loaded with the appropriate paper.
3Click Print.
Printing on specialty media
Tips on using letterhead
Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead. Use the following table to determine which direction to
load the letterhead:
Source or processPrint sidePaper orientation
Standard 250-sheet
tray
Optional tray
Printed letterhead
design is...

Source or processPrint sidePaper orientation
Multipurpose feeder
Simplex (one-sided)
printingPreprinted letterhead
design is placed faceup.The top edge of the sheet with the logo should enter the
multipurpose feeder first.
Multipurpose feeder
(duplex printing)Preprinted letterhead
design is placed
facedown.The top edge of the sheet with the logo should enter the
multipurpose feeder last.
Note: Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the chosen preprinted letterhead is acceptable for...

Tips on using envelopes
Print samples on the envelopes being considered for use before buying large quantities.
When printing on envelopes:
Use envelopes designed specifically for laser printers. Check with the manufacturer or vendor to ensure the
envelopes can withstand temperatures up to 210°C (410°F) without sealing, wrinkling, curling excessively, or
releasing hazardous emissions.
Note: Envelopes can be printed at a temperature up to 220°C (428°F) if Envelope Weight is set to Heavy and
Envelope...

Do not use labels with exposed adhesive.
Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 in.) of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or between die-cuts of the label.
Be sure adhesive backing does not reach to the sheet edge. Zone coating of the adhesive at least 1 mm (0.04 in.)
away from edges is recommended. Adhesive material contaminates the printer and could void the warranty.
If zone coating of the adhesive is not possible, remove a 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) strip on the leading and driver edge,
and use a non-oozing...

Job typeDescription
ReserveWhen you send a Reserve print job, the printer does not print the job immediately.
It stores the job in memory so you can print the job later. The job is held in memory
until you delete it from the Held Jobs menu.
RepeatWhen you send a Repeat print job, the printer prints all requested copies of the
job and stores the job in memory so you can print additional copies later. You
can print additional copies as long as the job remains stored in memory.
Other types of held jobs...

For Macintosh users
1With a document open, choose File > Print.
If necessary, click the disclosure triangle to see more options.
2From the print options pop-up menu, choose Job Routing.
3Choose your job type (Confidential, Reserve, Repeat, Verify, profiles, forms from a kiosk, bookmarks, or a parked
job), and then assign a user name. For a confidential job, also enter a four-digit PIN.
4Click Print, and then go to the printer to release the job.
5From the printer control panel, press the down arrow...