Epson AcuLaser C2900DN User Manual

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Select Epson AcuLaser C2900 v3018.102 PS [Epson/AcuLaser_C2900.ppd.gz] from
the Search for Drivers: list.
Note:
You can specify the printer name in Set Name:.
Setting the Default Queue
For Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 WS/5 Client
1. Select Applications — System Tools — Terminal.
2. Enter the following command in the terminal window.
su
(Enter the administrator password)
lpadmin -d (Enter the queue name)
For SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
1. To activate the Printer setup: Autodetected printers, do the...

2. Enter the administrator password.
YaST Control Center is activated.
3. Select Hardware on YaST Control Center, and select Printer.
The Printer Configurations dialog box opens.
4. Click Edit.
A dialog box to modify the specified queue opens.
5. Confirm that the printer you want to set is selected in the Connection list.
6. Select the Default Printer check box.
7. Confirm the settings, and click OK.
Specifying the Printing Options
You can specify the printing options such as the color mode or 2-sided...

2. Enter http://localhost:631/admin in Location, and press the Enter key.
3. Enter root as the user name, and enter the administrator password.
The CUPS window appears.
Note:
Set the password for authority as the printer administrator before setting the printer queue. If you
have not set it, go to “Setting the Password for Authority as the Printer Administrator” on
page 64.
4. Click Manage Printers.
5. Specify the required settings, and click Continue.
The message Printer Epson AcuLaser C2900 has been...

Setting the Password for Authority as the Printer Administrator
For SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 and 11, you must set the password for authority as the printer
administrator to do operations as the printer administrator.
For SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
1. Select Computer — More Applications... and select Konsole on the Application Browser.
2. Enter the following command in the terminal window.
su
(Enter the administrator password)
lppasswd -g sys -a root
(Enter the password for authority as the...

su
(Enter the administrator password)
/usr/sbin/lpadmin -x (Enter the print queue name)
3. Repeat the command above for all queues for the same model.
4. Enter the following command in the terminal window.
su
(Enter the administrator password)
rpm -e Epson-AcuLaser_C2900
The print driver is uninstalled.
For SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
1. Select Computer — More Applications... and select Konsole on the Application Browser.
2. Enter the following command in the terminal window to delete the print...

2. Enter the following command in the terminal window to delete the print queue.
su
(Enter the administrator password)
/usr/sbin/lpadmin -x (Enter the print queue name)
3. Repeat the command above for all queues for the same model.
4. Enter the following command in the terminal window.
su
(Enter the administrator password)
rpm -e Epson-AcuLaser_C2900
The print driver is uninstalled.
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Chapter 5
Printing Basics
About Print Media
Using paper that is not appropriate for the printer can cause paper jams, image quality problems, or
printer failure. To achieve the best performance from your printer, we recommend you to use only the
paper described in this section.
When using paper other than that recommended, contact the Epson local representative office or an
authorised dealer.
Print Media Usage Guidelines
The printer tray accommodates most sizes and types of paper and other specialty...

See Also:
❏“Loading Print Media in the Standard 250-Sheet Tray and the Optional 250-Sheet Paper Cassette
Unit” on page 73
❏“Loading Envelope in the Standard 250-Sheet Tray” on page 75
❏“Loading Print Media in the Single Sheet Feeder (SSF)” on page 78
❏“Loading Envelope in the Single Sheet Feeder (SSF)” on page 79
❏“Printing on Custom Size Paper” on page 96
Print Media That Can Damage Your Printer
The following paper types are not recommended for use with the printer:
❏Chemically treated paper used to...

Supported Print Media
Using unsuitable print media may lead to paper jams, poor print quality, breakdown and damage to
your printer. To use the features of this printer effectively, use the suggested print media that is
recommended here.
Important:
The toner may come off the print media, if it gets wet by water, rain, steam and so on. For details, contact
the Epson local representative office or an authorised dealer.
Print Media Dimensions
The maximum dimensions of print media that the standard 250-sheet...

Single Sheet Feeder (SSF)
Paper Size
A4 SEF (210 × 297 mm)
A5 SEF (148 × 210 mm)
B5 SEF (182 × 257 mm)
Letter SEF (8.5 × 11 inches)
Folio SEF (8.5 × 13 inches)
Legal SEF (8.5 × 14 inches)
Executive SEF (7.25 × 10.5 inches)
Com-10 SEF (4.125 × 9.5 inches)
Monarch Envelope SEF (3.875 × 7.5 inches)
DL Envelope SEF (110 × 220 mm)
C5 Envelope SEF (162 × 229 mm)
Custom Size:
Width: 76.2–215.9 mm (3–8.5 inches)
Length: 127–355.6 mm (5 –14 inches)
Paper Type (Weight)Plain
Lightweight Cardstock
Heavyweight...