Xerox Phaser 6280DN User Manual

Installing the Printer Drivers
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Macintosh OS X, Version 10.3 and Higher
Set up your printer using Bonjour (Rendezvous), create a desktop USB connection, or use an 
LPD/LPR connection for Macintosh OS X, version 10.3 and higher.
Macintosh OS X, Version 10.3
Bonjour (Rendezvous) Connection
To install the printer driver from the Software and Documentation CD-ROM:
1. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Double-click the Phaser 6280 icon on your desktop, and then:
a. Click Phaser...

Installing the Printer Drivers
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Add button.
5. Select 
USB from the top drop-down menu.
6. Select the printer in the top window.
7. Select 
Xerox from the manufacturers in the Printer Model drop-down menu.
8. Select the appropriate printer configuration from the list of available printers.
9. Click the 
Add button.
LPR Connection
To install the printer driver from the Software and Documentation CD-ROM:
1. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive and select the VISE...

Installing the Printer Drivers
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Macintosh OS X, Version 10.4
Bonjour or USB Connection
To install the printer driver from the Software and Documentation CD-ROM:
1. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 
2. Double-click the Phaser 6280 icon on your desktop, and then:
a. Click Phaser 6280 Installer.
b. Type your password, and click OK.
c. Click Continue at the Introduction window.
d. Read the license agreement, click Continue, and click Agree.
e. Click Install. When the driver is...

Installing the Printer Drivers
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Macintosh OS X, Version 10.5
Bonjour or USB Connection
To install the printer driver from the Software and Documentation CD-ROM:
1. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Double-click the Phaser 6280 icon on your desktop, and then:
a. Click Phaser 6280 Installer.
b. Type your password, and click OK.
c. Click Continue at the Introduction window.
d. Read the license agreement, click Continue, and click Agree.
e. Click Install. When the driver is...

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This chapter includes:
•Supported Paper and Media on page 46
•About Paper on page 48
•Setting Paper Types and Sizes on page 50
•Loading Paper on page 52
•Selecting Printing Options on page 59
•Printing on Both Sides of the Paper on page 65
•Printing on Specialty Media on page 67
•Printing Custom Size or Long Paper on page 82
•Printing Confidential Documents - Secure Print on page 85
•Print After Checking Printing Result - Proof Print on page 87
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Supported Paper and Media
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Supported Paper and Media
This section includes:
•Paper Usage Guidelines on page 46
•Paper That Can Damage Your Printer on page 47
•Paper Storage Guidelines on page 47
Your printer is designed to be used with a variety of paper types. Follow the guidelines in 
this section to ensure the best print quality and to avoid jams.
For best results, use Xerox printing media specified for your Phaser 6280 printer. They are 
guaranteed to produce excellent results...

Supported Paper and Media
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Printing Custom Size or Long Paper on page 82
Paper That Can Damage Your Printer
Your printer is designed to use a variety of media types for print jobs. However, some media 
can cause poor output quality, increased paper jams, or damage to your printer.
Unacceptable media includes:
• Rough or porous media
• Plastic media other than supported transparencies
• Paper that has been folded or wrinkled
•Paper with staples
•...

About Paper
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About Paper
Using unsuitable paper may lead to paper jams, poor print quality, breakdown and 
damage to your printer. In order to use the features of this printer effectively, use the 
suggested paper that is recommended here.
Usable Paper
The types of paper that can be used on this printer are as follows:
For details on how to load envelopes, see Printing Envelopes on page 69.
Printing on paper that has different settings from the paper size or paper type selected on...

About Paper
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Recommended Media List (United States)
 
Recommended Media List (Europe)
 
2-Sided Printing Paper Types and Sizes
The available paper types and sizes for 2-sided printing are as follows:
Paper Size Paper Type
A4 (210 x 297 mm) Plain, Thin Card Stock, Glossy
(65
–163 g/m2, 17–43 lb. Bond)
Custom Sizes
Width: 148
–215.9 mm (5.83–8.5 in.)
Height: 210
–355.6 mm (8.27–14 in.) B5 JIS (182 x 257 mm)
A5 A5 (148 x 210 mm)
Letter (8.5 x 11 in.)
Folio (8.5 x 13 in.)...

Setting Paper Types and Sizes
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Setting Paper Types and Sizes
Setting Paper Trays
When loading paper in Tray 3 or the 550-Sheet Feeder (optional), it is necessary to set the 
paper type on the control panel. 
When loading paper in Tray 1 (MPT), set the paper size and type on the control panel when 
printing. When 
MPT Mode has been set to Panel Specified (default) on the control panel, 
you can set the paper size and type on the control panel.
This section describes how to set the...