Lexmark X342n User Manual

Installing an additional paper tray
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Installing an additional paper tray
Your MFP supports one optional paper tray that lets you load up to 550 sheets of paper.
CAUTION:If you are installing a 550-sheet paper tray after setting up the MFP, turn the MFP 
off, and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before continuing.
1Unpack the 550-sheet paper tray, and remove any packing material.
2Place the paper tray in the location you have chosen for your MFP.
3Align the holes in the MFP with the...

Getting the MFP ready to print and scan
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Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
13Press the Power switch.
Getting the MFP ready to print and scan
Installing the software for USB attach
You can install printer drivers and scan software for the following operating systems using the 
Software and Documentation CD:
Windows 2003
Windows 2003 x64
Windows XP
Windows XP x64
Windows 2000
Note:Drivers for Windows XP x64 bit Edition are available at www.lexmark.com.
1Insert the Software and...

Getting the MFP ready to print and scan
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When the software installation screen appears, click Install or Install Now. 
4Follow the instructions on the computer screen to complete the installation.
Installing the software for network attach (X342n only)
You can install printer drivers and scan software for the following operating systems using the 
Software and Documentation CD:
Windows 2003
Windows 2003 x64
Windows XP
Windows XP x64
Windows 2000
Note:Drivers for Windows XP x64 bit Edition are...

Getting the MFP ready to fax
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When the software installation screen appears, click Install or Install Now. 
Follow the instructions on the computer screen to complete the installation.
Getting the MFP ready to fax
You can connect the printer to equipment such as a telephone, an answering machine, or a computer 
modem. If problems occur, see Setup troubleshooting on page 72.
Note:The printer is an analog device that works best when directly connected to the wall 
jack. Other devices (such as a...

Getting the MFP ready to fax
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Connect the other en of the telephone cord into an active telephone wall jack.
Note:For more information on connecting the MFP to telecommunications equipment, 
see the additional setup instructions that came with the MFP. Setup steps may vary 
depending on your country or region.
Connecting to a telephone
Connect a telephone to the MFP to use the fax line as a normal telephone line. Then set up the 
printer wherever your telephone is located to make copies or send and...

Getting the MFP ready to copy
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Remove the protective plug from the EXT port   of the MFP.
4Connect the other telephone cord to a telephone, and then plug it into the EXT port   of the 
MFP.
Note:For more information on connecting the MFP to telecommunications equipment, 
see the additional setup instructions that came with the MFP. Setup steps may vary 
depending on your country or region.
Getting the MFP ready to copy
The X340/X340n/X342n can be used as a stand-alone copier and does not require...

Learning about the MFP
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Learning about the MFP
Understanding the parts of the MFP
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1 ADF paper support Extend to support longer media.
2 Paper guides Make sure paper feeds correctly.
3 Automatic Document 
Feeder (ADF)Copy, scan, or fax multiple–page documents.
4 Top cover Access the scanner glass.
5 Control panel Operate the MFP. For more information, see Using the control 
panel buttons on page 20.
6 Output paper support Hold longer paper in the front output tray.
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Understanding the parts of the MFP
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7 Front output tray Hold paper as it exits the MFP.
8 Front cover Access the toner cartridge.
9 Paper tray Load paper automatically.
10 Manual feeder Load paper manually.
11 Paper level indicator Verify the level of paper in the paper tray.
12 Access button Release the front cover.
13 Scanner glass Scan, copy, or fax a single–page document.
14 Scanner lock Lock the scanner unit during transport.
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Understanding the parts of the MFP
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15 Rear hinges Lift the top cover to fit thicker documents, such as books.
16 Power switch Turn the MFP on or off.
17 Power supply port Connect the MFP to a power source.
18 Dust cover Protect longer sizes of paper that may extend beyond the edge of 
the MFP.
19 Rear cover Remove heavier paper from the printer as it exits.
20 Ethernet port Connect the MFP to a network using an ethernet cable.
Note:This port is only available on the X342n. The ethernet port...

Using the control panel buttons
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Using the control panel buttons
The display shows:
MFP status
Messages
Menus
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1 Copy Access the Copy mode to make copies.
Note:The mode is selected when the button light is on.
2 Fax Access the Fax mode to fax.
Note:The mode is selected when the button light is on.
3 Scan Access the Scan mode to scan.
Note:The mode is selected when the button light is on.
4 Scale Control the size of a copied document as compared to its original size.
5 Collate Control the...