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Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for Dell 5330dn

Page 1: Contacting Dell
Adobe and PhotoShop are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names of their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
Page 2: Unpacking Your Printer
Leave the printer in the box until you are ready to install it. 2. In addition to the Dell™ 5330dn Mono Laser Printer, ensure that you have the following items in the box. If there is a missing item, contact Dell:...
Page 3: About Your Printer
4. Remove the packing tape from the front, back and sides of the printer. About Your Printer These are the main components of your printer. The following illustrations show the standard Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer and optional trays attached: Front View top cover...
Page 4: Operator Panel Button Functions
rear door parallel port duplex unit USB port power receptacle power switch network port Operator Panel Button Functions Button: Discription: Dual Color LED Shows the Printer status. 4-way Scroll, increasing or decreasing values. Confirms screen selection. Goes back to the upper menu level. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
Page 5: Internal Fonts
4. PCL Font list pages print out. NOTE: Optional Fonts: Add additional PCL fonts, Barcodes, PCL Logos by installing the optional USB font card or harddisk. Please contact your local Dell sales team in your region for further details. Installing the Toner Cartridge CAUTION: Do not touch the green underside of the toner cartridge.
Page 6 NOTE: The sealing tape should be longer than 60 cm when correctly removed. NOTE: Holding the toner cartridge, pull the sealing tape straight to remove it from the cartridge. Be careful not to cut the tape. If this happens, you cannot use the toner cartridge.
Page 7: Loading Print Media
7. Close the top cover. Ensure cover is securely closed. NOTE: When a new cartridge is in its first use, wait about 15 seconds before the first printed paper comes out. Loading Print Media Load up to 500 sheets of plain paper in tray 1. NOTE: Set the paper type and size after loading paper into the paper tray.
Page 8 3. Squeeze the paper length guide and slide it to the desired paper size marked at the bottom of the tray. 4. Flex 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. 5.
Page 9: Changing The Size Of The Paper In The Paper Tray
7. Insert and slide tray 1 back into the printer. 8. Set the paper type and size. See "Setting the Paper Type" "For standard, Optional 500 Sheet Tray and HCF Setting Paper Size". Changing the size of the paper in the paper tray ...
Page 10: Setting Up Your Printer
"Connecting the Printer to the Network". USB and Parallel cables are sold separately. Contact Dell to purchase printer cable. Using a USB cable: NOTE: Connecting the printer to the USB port of the computer requires a certified USB cable. You will need to buy a USB 2.0-compliant cable which is about 10 feet (3 meters) in length.
Page 11: Powering On The Printer
A number of menus are available to assist in changing printer settings. The diagram below shows the menus and items available in each menu. NOTE: Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. If so, it is not applicable to your machine. Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer Menu Function Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
Page 12: Paper Setup
1.Paper Setup Paper Size/Type NOTE: Only installed paper sources are displayed. This menu selection is used to set the size and type of media loaded into an input tray. Menu selection: Purpose: Values: Tray <x> Depending on the paper source Letter* (US) If you loaded the same size and or duplex setting, available...
Page 13: Custom Setup
ISO B5 JIS B5 Statement Executive Monarch Env. DL Env. C5 Env. C6 Env. 10 Env. Custom Select the paper type currently Plain Paper loaded in the multi-purpose feeder. Type Thick Thicker Thin Colored Preprinted Recycled Transparency Labels Card Stock Bond Letter Head Custom Setup...
Page 14: Bin Setup
linked source. Tray Behavior Menu selection: Purpose: Values: Tray Linking When you select any other value If this menu item is set to Off, except Auto from Paper the printer doesn't work until you Size/Type and the selected tray insert paper into the specified is empty, you can set the printer tray.
Page 15 3.Settings Setup Use this menu selection to configure a variety of printer features. Menu selection: Purpose: Values: Language Determines the text language English After selecting each item, the displayed on the operator panel. page will print, and the printer will return to Ready.
Page 16 required carriage return to each line feed. LF+CR Date & Time (Only "Setting the time and date". if HDD is installed) DayLight Saving "Setting Daylight Savings Manual (Only if HDD is Time". installed) Auto Quality Use this menu selection to change settings that affect print quality and save toner. Menu selection: Purpose: Values:...
Page 17 Select Off to print on one side of the paper. Duplex Margin Set the margins for double-sided Top Margin Top Margin: Set the top margin, printing. Increase or decrease from 0.0 to 9.9 mm. the value by 0.1 mm increments. Left Margin: Set the left margin, [0.0-9.9] from 0.0 to 9.9 mm.
Page 18: Job Management
2nd Form: When you 2nd Form select Double Form in Form Menu, this menu is displayed. Factory Defaults Menu selection: Purpose: Values: Factory Defaults Returns printer settings to the Do Not Restore Do not Restore: User- factory default values. defined settings remain.
Page 19 Menu selection: Purpose: Values: Ethernet Speed Allows selection of ethernet Auto speed. 10M Half 10M Full 100M Half 100M Full Giga Full TCP/IP (IPv4) Menu selection: Purpose: Values: IPv4 Activate Activates or deactivates the IPv4. On: Activates the IPv4. Off: Deactivates the IPv4. View Host name Displays the Host name.
Page 20 View Name Displays the assigned AppleTalk View only name. Menu selection: Purpose: Values: Enable or disable the USB port. Enable If this menu item is set to Disable, the printer does not work using USB port. Disable Parallel Port Menu selection: Purpose: Values: Parallel Port...
Page 21 This menu sets the PCL emulation configuration. You can set the font type, symbol type, lines per page, and font size. Menu selection: Purpose: Values: Sets the PCL emulation Typeface Select the standard font to be configuration: font type, symbol used in PCL emulation.
Page 22: Printing A Demo Page
Printing a Demo Page After setting up your printer, print a demo page to ensure that the printer is operating correctly. 1. Press Menu ( 2. Press Scroll ( ) to highlight Reports and press Select ( 3. Press Scroll ( ) to highlight Demo Page and press Select ( 4.
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Page 24: Finding Information
Understanding display messages Solving Problems Express Service Code Express Service Code Identify your printer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. The Express Service Code is not available in all countries.
Page 25 Reference - Printer documentation and product specifications You can access Dell Support at support.dell.com. Select your region on the WELCOME TO DELL SUPPORT page and fill in the requested details to access help tools and information. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
Page 26: Getting Started
The supplied Drivers and Utilities CD provides you with Dell's printer driver package for use with a Linux-based computer. Dell's printer driver package provides the ability to print documents. The package also delivers powerful applications for configuring your printer. ...
Page 27 [root@localhost root]#cd /mnt/cdrom/Linux [root@localhost root]#./install.sh If you still failed to run the CD-ROM, type the following in sequence: [root@localhost root]#umount /dev/hdc [root@localhost root]#mount -t iso9660/dev/hdc/mnt/cdrom NOTE: The installation program runs automatically if you have an autorun software package installed and configured. 2.
Page 28 Check the Network printer and select your printer from the drop-down list. Click Next. 6. If you connect your printer using the USB cable, choose a port you will use with your printer. After choosing the port, click Next. If you connect your printer using the network cable, skip to the next step. 7.
Page 29: Uninstalling The Printer Driver
10. When the following window appears, click Finish. The installation program has added the Configurator desktop icon and Dell Printer group to the system menu for your convenience. If you have any difficulties, consult the on-screen help available through your system menu or from the driver package windows applications.
Page 30: Using The Configurator
Opening the Configurator 1. Double-click Configurator on the desktop. You can also click the Startup Menu icon, select Dell printer, and then Configurator. 2. Press each button on the Modules pane to switch to the corresponding configuration window. You can use the on-screen help by clicking Help.
Page 31: Ports Configuration
You can use the following printer control buttons: Refresh: renews the available printers list. Add Printer: allows you to add a new printer. Remove Printer: removes the selected printer. Set as Default: sets the current printer as a default printer. ...
Page 32: Configuring Printer Properties
The Dell Printer driver package provides an appropriate port-sharing mechanism that is used by Dell printer and scanner drivers. The drivers address their devices via so-called ports. The current status of any port can be viewed via the Ports Configuration. Post sharing prevents you from accessing one functional block of the printer device, while another block is in use.
Page 33: Printing Files
You can print many different types of files on the Dell printer device directly from the command line interface using the standard CUPS way. The CUPS lpr utility allows you do that, but the driver's package replaces the standard lpr tool with a much more user-friendly Dell LPR program.
Page 34 When you type only lpr and press Enter, the Select file(s) to print window appears first. Select the files you want to print and click Open. 2. In the Dell LPR window, select your printer from the list and change the printer and print job properties.
Page 35: Installing Software For Macintosh
4. Double-click the MAC_Installer folder. 5. Double-click the MAC_Printer folder. 6. For Mac OS 8.6 ~ 9.2, double-click the Dell 5330dn Installer Classic icon. For Mac OS 10.1, double-click the Dell 5330dn Installer 10.1 icon. For Mac OS 10.2 ~ 10.5, double-click the Dell 5330dn Installer OSX icon.
Page 36: Setting Up The Printer
5. Click Change in the USB Printer Selection section. The name of your printer appears in the list. 6. Click DELL 5330dn Mono Laser Printer and click OK. 7. Click Auto Setup in the PostScript Printer Description (PPD) File section. If Auto Setup does not work properly, click Select PPD and choose DELL 5330dn Mono Laser Printer.
Page 37: Changing Printer Settings
For MAC OS 10.5, click Default and find the USB connection. 5. For MAC OS 10.3, if Auto Select does not work properly, select Dell in Printer Model and your printer name in Model Name. For MAC OS 10.4, if Auto Select does not work properly, select Dell in Print Using and your printer name in Model.
Page 38: Printing Multiple Pages On One Sheet Of Paper
The Layout tab provides options to adjust how the document appears on the printed page. You can print multiple pages on one sheet of paper. Select Layout from the Presets drop-down list to access the following features. For details, see "Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of the Paper"...
Page 39 2. Select the Layout. 3. Select a binding orientation from Two Sided option. 4. Click Print. The printer prints on both sides of the paper. Printer Features Setting The Printer Features tab provides options for selecting the paper type and adjusting print quality. ...
Page 40: Maintenance
Maintenance Clearing the Setting and Restoring Setting to Factory Default Cleaning Your Printer Maintaining the Toner Cartridge Replacement parts Ordering Supplies Clearing the Setting and Restoring Setting to Factory Default To restore the printer's factory default settings: 1. Press Menu ( 2.
Page 41 There are two methods to clean the inside of the printer: Clean the inside manually Print a cleaning sheet, which can be done from the control panel. Cleaning the inside of the printer manually 1. Power the printer off and unplug the power cord. Note the length of time it takes for the printer to cool down. 2.
Page 42: Maintaining The Toner Cartridge
6. Clean the feed sensor with a cotton swab. 7. Reinsert the toner cartridge and close the top cover. 8. Plug in the power cord and turn the printer on. Printing a cleaning sheet If you are experiencing blurred, faded, or smeared printouts, you can clear the problem by printing a cleaning sheet provided with your printer. ...
Page 43: Checking The Remaining Toner
An environment with extreme changes in humidity or temperature Direct sunlight Dusty places A car for a long period of time An environment where corrosive gases are present An environment with salty air Checking the Remaining Toner ...
Page 44: Replacing The Toner Cartridge
"Ordering Supplies" to order toner cartridges. NOTE: For best results, use Dell toner cartridge. If you do not use Dell supplies, Dell does not guarantee print quality and printer reliability. To replace the toner cartridge: 1. Remove the new toner cartridge from its bag.
Page 45: Replacing The Fuser Unit
4. Thoroughly shake the cartridge 5 or 6 times to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. Thoroughly roll the cartridge to assure maximum copies per cartridge. Save the box and the plastic bag for shipping. NOTE: If toner comes into contact with your clothing, wipe the toner off with a dry cloth and wash your clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric.
Page 46 4. Pull the rear door out of the printer. 5. Pull the duplex unit out of the printer. 6. Push both the levers of the fuser and downward both levers of the fuser. 7. Pull the Fuser unit straight out. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
Page 47 8. Remove the new Fuser unit from its bag. 9. Insert Fuser unit completely into the printer. If Fuser unit is not completely inserted, the printer will not operate. Make sure that both levers of the fuser are securely latched onto the printer. 10.
Page 48: Replacement Parts
You can order supplies using the Dell™ Toner Management System or the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool. If your printer is connected to a network, type your printer's IP address in your Web browser to launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool and click the toner supplies link. 1. Double-click the Dell Toner Reorder Program icon on your desktop.
Page 49 If ordering by phone, call the number that appears under the By Telephone heading. 3. If your printer is connected to a network, type the printer's IP address in your Web browser to launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool and click the supplies link.
Page 50: Setting Up A Network-Connected Printer
Configure the network parameters necessary for the printer to connect to various network environments. NOTE: For details on how to access the Embedded Web Service please refer to the chapter, "Dell Printer Configuration Web tool." SetIP Address: A utility program allowing you to select a network interface card and manually configure the addresses for use with the TCP/IP protocol.
Page 51: Configuring Tcp/Ip
Bonjour(Rendezvous), DDNS, WINS, TCP (Port 2000), LPR(Port 515), Raw(Port 9100), IPP Port Printing/Secure-IPP, SNMPv1/2/3, HTTP/HTTPs, Telnet, SMTP(E-mail Notification). Printing a Network Information Page The Network Information page shows how the network interface card on your printer is configured. The default settings are suitable for most applications. To print a network information page: 1.
Page 52: Restoring The Network Configuration
However, if you use one of these Microsoft methods, you will not have all the Dell features, such as the Status Monitor, that are installed with the Drivers and Utilities CD.
Page 53: Point And Print
Share the Printer 1. In Windows XP (default Start menu): a. Click Start Control Panel. b. Double-click Printers and Other Hardware. c. Click Printers and Faxes. In Windows XP (Classic Start menu): Click Start Settings Printers and Faxes. In Windows Vista (Classic Start menu), Windows 2000, and Windows NT: Click Start Settings Printers.
Page 54: Peer-To-Peer
5. Print a test page to verify print installation. When a test page prints successfully, printer installation is complete. To print a test page: 1. In Windows XP (default Start menu): a. Click Start Control Panel. b. Double-click Printers and Other Hardware. c.
Page 55: Openssl License
To print a test page: 1. In Windows XP (default Start menu): a. Click Start Control Panel. b. Double-click Printers and Other Hardware. c. Click Printers and Faxes. In Windows XP (Classic Start menu): Click Start Settings Printers and Faxes. In Windows Vista (Classic Start menu), Windows 2000, and Windows NT: Click Start Settings...
Page 56 copyright terms except that the holder is Tim Hudson (tjh@cryptsoft.com). Copyright remains Eric Young's, and as such any Copyright notices in the code are not to be removed. If this package is used in a product, Eric Young should be given attribution as the author of the parts of the library used. This can be in the form of a textual message at program startup or in documentation (online or textual) provided with the package.
Page 57: Precautions When Installing Printer Accessories
Additional printer memory is provided on a Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM). The Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer has 256 MB of memory. It can be expanded to 768 MB. NOTE: Your printer supports only Dell DIMMs. Order Dell DIMMs online at www.dell.com.
Page 58 3. For Windows 2000, select Settings and then Printers. For Windows XP/2003, select Printers and Faxes. For Windows Vista, select Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers. 4. Select the Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer PS printer. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
Page 59: Installing Usb Font Card
Please contact Dell sales team in your region for the USB font card. 1. Remove the new USB Font Card from its package, as shown in the following figure.
Page 60: Installing Optional Tray
6. Reconnect the power cord and printer cable, and turn the printer on. Installing Optional Tray You can increase the paper handling capacity of your printer by installing optional trays. Each tray holds 500 sheets of paper. 1. Power the printer off and unplug all cables from the printer. 2.
Page 61: Installing High Capacity Feeder
For Windows Vista, select Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers. 3. Select the Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer. 4. Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 5. Click the Printer tab and select your Optional Tray from the Optional Tray drop-down list.
Page 62 For Windows Vista, select Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers. 3. Select the Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer. 4. Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 5. Click the Printer tab and select your Optional Tray from the Optional Tray drop-down list.
Page 63: Using The Hard Disk
For Windows Vista, select Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers. 3. Select Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer PS. 4. Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 5. Click the Device Settings tab and select High Capacity from the Tray 2 drop-down list.
Page 64: Printing With The Optional Hard Disk
For Windows Vista, select Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers. 3. Select the Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer. 4. Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 5. Click the Printer tab, and check Optional Hard Disk Driver (HDD) 6. Click OK.
Page 65 After installing the optional hard disk, you can use the advanced printing features, such as storing or spooling a print job to the hard disk, proofing a job, and specifying the printing of a private job in the printer properties window. ...
Page 66: Installing An Output Expander
You can print jobs currently stored in the hard disk. 1. Press Select ( ) when Stored job, press ( ) appears on the bottom line of the display. 2. Press Scroll ( ) to highlight the your user ID and press Select ( 3.
Page 67 4. Locate the Output Expander alignment pins and insertion slots on the printer. Align the pins on the output expander with the slots on the printer and place the Output Expander on top. 5. Grasp the Output Expander stacker as shown. 6.
Page 68 8. Slide the stacker into the slots on the Output Expander. For easy insertion, ensure there is contact between the rib on the stacker and the top edge of the Output Expander. 9. Flip the Output Expander stacker down. 10. Reconnect the power cord and cables to the printer and power on the printer. ...
Page 69 For Windows Vista, select Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers. 3. Select the Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer. 4. Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 5. Click the Printer tab and select Bin 1 from the Output Bin drop-down list.
Page 70: Paper Handling
Paper Handling Print Media Guidelines Using the Multi-purpose Feeder Storing Print Media Using the High Capacity Feeder Identifying Print Media Sources and Specifications For Standard, Optional 500 Sheet Tray and HCF Setting Paper Size Selecting an Output Location Setting the Paper Type Loading Print Media in the Paper Tray Tray Behavior ...
Page 71: Recommended Paper
Grain refers to the alignment of the paper fibers in a sheet of paper. Grain is either long grain, running the length of the paper, or short grain, running the width of the paper. For 60 to 90 g/m (16 to 24 lb bond) paper, long grain fibers are recommended.
Page 72: Selecting Preprinted Forms And Letterhead
Do not use coated papers. Remember to change the paper size setting when using a source that does not support auto size sensing. Do not remove trays while a job is printing or Busy is displayed on the operator panel. ...
Page 73: Selecting Transparencies
Prepunched paper brands can differ in the number and placement of holes and in manufacturing techniques. Use the following guidelines to select and use prepunched paper: Test paper from several manufacturers before ordering and using large quantities of prepunched paper. ...
Page 74: Card Stock
you have any doubts about the envelopes you are considering using, check with the envelope supplier. Adjust the width guide to fit the width of the envelopes. Load an envelope with the flap side down and with the stamp area on the top left side. The end of the envelope with the stamp area enters the Multi- purpose Feeder first.
Page 75: Storing Print Media
Storing Print Media Use the following guidelines for proper print media storage. These help avoid print media feeding problems and uneven print quality: For best results, store print media in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21° C (70° F) and the relative humidity is 40%. Store cartons of print media on a pallet or shelf, rather than directly on the floor. ...
Page 76 75 g/m NOTE: Ensure (148.5 x 210 (20 lb) the A5 paper paper for is NOT A4 the tray. paper that has been cut in sheets of half. 75 g/m (20 lb) paper for the multi- purpose feeder. Envelope 7- 3.88 x 7.5 in.
Page 77: Selecting An Output Location
(47 lb bond) Dual-web paper 176 g/m (47 lb bond) Polyester 176 g/m (47 lb bond) Vinyl 176 g/m (47 lb bond) Integrated Forms Pressure-sensitive area 135-140 g/m (must enter the printer first) (36-40 lb bond) Paper base (long grain) 75-135 g/m (20-36 lb bond) Envelopes 25% Cotton...
Page 78: Printing To The Rear Door (Face Up)
Standard bin Plain paper up to 163 N/A - One is standard on 250 sheets of 75 g/m the printer and located on plain paper , Envelopes (Short - the top of the printer. edge Feed Only), Labels. Output expander-bin 1 Plain paper up to 163 600 sheets of 75 g/m paper...
Page 79: Loading Print Media In The Paper Tray
Loading Print Media in the Paper Tray For the majority of your print jobs, load the print media in tray 1. Tray 1 can hold a maximum of 500 sheets of 75 g/m (20 lb) plain paper. For added capacity of 500 sheets per tray, you can purchase optional trays and attach them below the standard tray. You can attach up to three additional trays.
Page 80 CAUTION: Ensure the rear door is open when printing on transparencies. If not, the transparencies may tear when exiting the machine. NOTE: To avoid paper jams and print quality problems, load only print media listed"Paper Specifications". NOTE: Flatten any curl on postcards, envelopes, and labels before loading them into the Multi-purpose Feeder. ...
Page 81: Printing On Special Print Materials
6. After printing, return the multi-purpose feeder extension back to its place and close the Multi-purpose Feeder. Printing on special print materials To load special print materials in the Multi-purpose Feeder. To change print settings for printing a document, click on Paper tab, Source, and MP Feeder. ...
Page 82 To load print media into the High Capacity Feeder, follow these instructions: 1. Open the High Capacity Feeder. 2. Squeeze the paper size guide and slide it to the desire paper size marked. 3. Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, and fan them out. Do not fold or crease the print media. Align the edges on a level surface. 4.
Page 83: Setting The Paper Type
NOTE: If you experience problems with paper feed, place the paper in the Multi-purpose Feeder. You can load previously printed paper. The printed side should be facing up with an uncurled edge at the front. If you experience problems with paper feed, turn the paper around.
Page 84: Substitute Size
To link the trays, load only the same size and type of print media in each tray. Set the paper size and type for each tray. To disable tray linking, choose either a unique paper size/ type for each tray or use the operator panel, as follows: 1.
Page 85: Printing A Document
Printing a Document Your printer prints documents using the Printer Control Language (PCL) or Postscript (PS) printer driver. When you install the Dell software, your printer automatically installs the PCL and PS printer drivers. See "Installing Dell Software for Local Printing".
Page 86: Canceling A Print Job
2. For Windows NT4.0/2000, select Settings and then Printers. For Windows XP/2003, select Printers and Faxes. For Windows Vista, select Control Panel and Hardware and Sound and Printers. 3. Double-click the Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer icon. 4. From the Document menu, click Cancel. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
Page 87: Printer Settings
For Windows XP/2003, select Printers and Faxes. For Windows Vista, select Control Panel and Hardware and Sound and Printers. c. Point to the Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer. d. Right-click on the printer icon. e. Click Print Setup or Properties and point to Printing Preferences.
Page 88: Graphic Tab
Property Description Copies allows you to choose the number of copies to be printed up to 999. Copies The Size option allows you to choose the size of paper loaded in the paper tray. Size If the required size is not listed in the Size box, click Custom. When the Custom Paper Setting window appears, set the paper size and click OK.
Page 89: Other Optionstab
Property Description Select the printing resolution by choosing 1200 dpi (Best), 600 dpi (Normal) Resolution or Draft Mode. The higher the setting, the sharper the clarity of the printed characters and graphics. Higher settings may increase the time it takes to print a document.
Page 90: About Tab
User Printer Fonts: When Use Printer Fonts is checked, the printer uses the fonts that are stored in its memory(resident fonts) to print your document, rather than downloading the fonts used in your document. Because downloading fonts takes time, selecting this option can speed up your printing time.
Page 91: Using Help
3. Click Save. To use a saved setting, select it from the Favorites drop-down list. To delete a favorite setting item, select it from the list and click Delete. To restore the printer driver's default settings, select Printer Default from the list. Using Help ...
Page 92: Printing A Reduced Or Enlarged Document
To print a border around each page on the sheet, check Print Page Border. Print Page Border is enabled only if the Pages per Side setting is set to a number greater than one. 5. Click the Paper tab and select the paper source, size and type. 6.
Page 93: Printing Booklets
To form one poster-size document, you can print a single-page document onto 4, 9, or 16 sheets of paper, then paste the sheets together. 1. To change the print settings from your software application, go to printer properties. 2. From the Layout tab, select Poster Printing on the Layout Type drop-down list. 3.
Page 94: Printing On Both Sides Of Paper
Printing on Both Sides of Paper You can print on both sides of a sheet of paper. Before printing, decide how you want your document oriented. The options are: Printer Setting - this feature is determined by the setting you have made on the control panel of the printer. ...
Page 95: Creating A Watermark
1. To change the print settings from your software application, go to printer properties. 2. Click the Other Options tab and select a watermark on the Watermark drop-down list. It appears in the preview image window. 3. Click OK and start printing. Creating a Watermark 1.
Page 96: Creating A New Page Overlay
4. Click OK. Using Overlays What 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 printed on any document. Overlays are often used to take the place of preprinted forms and letterhead paper. Rather than using preprinted letterhead, you can create an overlay containing the exact same information that is currently on your letterhead.
Page 97: Using A Page Overlay
7. Click OK or Yes until you complete creating. The file is not printed out; it is stored in your computer. Using a Page Overlay After an overlay has been created, it is ready to be printed with your document. To print an overlay with a document: NOTE: The resolution of the overlay must be the same as the resolution of the document that will print with the overlay.
Page 98: Printing A Confidential Job
Printing Confidential and Stored Jobs When you send a job to the printer, you can specify in the driver if you want the printer to hold the job in memory or hard disk. When you are ready to print the job, you must go to the printer and use the operator panel menus to identify which job in the memory or hard disk you want to print.
Page 99: Stored Print
first copy to ensure it is satisfactory before printing the remaining copies. Once all copies are printed, the Proof Print job is automatically deleted from printer memory. Print Schedule If you send a Delayed Print job, the printer does not print the job immediately, but prints it at the specified time and date chosen. The job is held in the hard disk until you delete it from the stored Jobs menu Stored Print ...
Page 100: Software Overview
Printer Settings Utility - configures and checks print settings. Dell Toner Management System™ - displays the status of the printer and the name of the job when you send a job to print. The Dell Toner Management System™ window also displays the level of toner remaining and allows you to order replacement toner cartridges. User's Guide - HTML documentation provides detailed information about using the printer.
Page 101: Installing Dell Software For Local Printing
If you attach a USB or Parallel printer cable while your printer and computer are powered on, the Windows hardware wizard launches immediately. Cancel the screen and use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the Dell software. 1. Ensure that the printer is connected to your computer and powered on. All applications should be closed on your computer before beginning installation.
Page 102: Network Installation
If you select Custom Installation, select the components to be installed. You can also change the destination folder. Click Next. 5. When the installation is completed, you may print a test page. Click Finish to complete the installation and close the wizard. The installation is complete. Network Installation Assigning an IP Address ...
Page 103: Installing Dell Software For Network Printing
5. To install drivers on the computer for network operation, select Local Installation and click Next. To install Dell software on remote computers or network servers on the same network, select Remote Installation. The domain administrator's ID and password are required. Select the client computer(s) in the same domain on a network and click Next.
Page 104: Uninstalling Software
Close all programs before uninstalling software. Restart your computer after uninstalling software. 1. From the Start menu, select Programs DELL DELL Printers DELL 5330dn Mono Laser Printer Dell Printer Software Uninstall. 2. Select the software you want to remove. Click Next. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
Page 105: Using The Dell™ Toner Management System
Order Supplies: Click to order replacement toner cartridges online. See "Ordering Supplies". User's Guide: Allows you to view the DELL 5330dn Mono Laser Printer User's Guide. Printer Settings Utility When you install the Dell software, the Printer Settings Utility is automatically installed.
Page 106: Firmware Update Utility
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the firmware update. Dell Toner Re-order application To order replacement toner cartridges or supplies from Dell: 1. Double-click the Dell Toner Reorder Program icon on your desktop. Click Start Programs DELL DELL Printers DELL 5330dn Mono Laser Printer Dell 5330dn Toner Reorder.
Page 107: Set Ip Address Utility
3. Click Start Programs DELL DELL Printers DELL 5330dn Mono Laser Printer Set IP Address. 4. Click in the SetIP Address window to open the TCP/IP configuration window. 5. Enter the network card's MAC address, IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and then click Apply.
Page 108: General Specifications
16.3 x 18.7 x 14.8 in. (W x D x H) (415 x 476 x 377 mm) Random Access Dell 5330dn Mono Laser Printer: 256 MB (Max. 768 MB) Memory (RAM) Weight Net: 20.83 Kg (including toner cartridge), 18.75 Kg (except toner cartridge) Gross: 26.01 Kg (including consumables, accessories and package)
Page 109: Paper Specifications
Premature wear on the printer CAUTION: Using paper that does not meet these specifications may cause problems requiring repairs. These repairs are not covered by the Dell warranty or service agreements. NOTE: Some paper may meet all of the guidelines in this guide and still not produce satisfactory results. This may be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels, or other variables over which Dell has no control.
Page 110: Guidelines For Using Paper
Folio 8.5 X 13 in. (216 X 330 mm) Minimum size (Custom) 3 x 5 in. 5 sheet of paper for the 60-210 g/m (76 x 127 mm) multi-purpose feeder bond (16-56 lb) Maximum size (Legal) 8.5 x 14 in. (216 x 356 mm) Transparency Same minimum and...
Page 111: Paper Output Capacity
Smoothness 100-400 Sheffield Paper Output Capacity Output Location Capacity Output tray (Face 250 sheets of 75 g/m bond (20 lb) paper Down) Rear door (Face Up) 100 sheets of 75 g/m bond (20 lb) paper Printer and Paper Storage Environment ...
Page 112: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Clearing Jams in the Paper Tray Understanding Display Messages Solving Problems Clearing Jams in the Paper Tray When a paper jam occurs, Paper Jam appears on the display. Refer to the table below to locate and clear the paper jam. Operator Panel Message Location of Jam Go to...
Page 113: Around The Toner Cartridge
If you cannot see the paper or the paper does not move when pulled, check the fuser area. For more information, see "Around the toner cartridge". 3. Insert paper tray 1 into the printer until it snaps into place. Printing automatically resumes. Paper Feed Jam (optional trays) 1.
Page 114 CAUTION: To prevent damage, do not expose the toner cartridge to light for more than a few minutes. CAUTION: Do not touch the green underside of the toner cartridge. Use the handle on the cartridge to avoid touching this area. 2.
Page 115: In The Paper Exit Area
In the Paper Exit Area 1. Open and close the top cover. The paper is automatically ejected from the printer. 2. Gently pull the paper out of the output tray. 3. If you cannot see the paper in this area or if there is any resistance removing the paper, stop pulling and go to the next step. 4.
Page 116: In The Duplex Unit Area
9. Return the fuser lever to original position and insert the rear door connector in the printer. 10. Return the pressure levers to their original position and close the rear door. Printing automatically resumes. In the Duplex Unit Area If the the duplex unit is not inserted correctly, paper jam may occur.
Page 117: Tips For Avoiding Paper Jams
2. Gently pull the jammed paper straight up. 3. Close the rear door. 4. Open and close the top cover. The printer will resume printing. Tips for Avoiding Paper Jams By selecting the correct paper types, most paper jams can be avoided. When a paper jam occurs, follow the steps outlined in "Clearing Jams in the Paper Tray".
Page 118 The rear door of output expander is not Close the door until it locks into place. Close Bin1 Door securely latched. The fuser door is not securely latched. Open the rear door and close the fuser Close Fuser Door door until it locks into place. The displayed tray is open.
Page 119: Solving Problems
The printer is not receiving power. Check the power cord connections. Check print. the power switch and the power source. The printer is not selected as the Select DELL 5330dn Mono Laser Printer default printer. as your default printer in Windows. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
Page 120: Printing Quality Problems
Check the printer for the following: The front or rear door is not closed. Paper is jammed. No paper is loaded. The toner cartridge is not installed. If a printer system error occurs, contact your service representative. The connection cable between the Disconnect the printer cable and reconnect computer and the printer is not connected properly.
Page 121 Toner specks The paper may not meet specifications; for example, the paper is too moist or too rough. See "Paper Specifications". The transfer roller may be dirty. Clean the inside of your printer. See "Cleaning the Interior". The paper path may need cleaning. See "Cleaning the Interior".
Page 122 Check the paper type and quality. See "Paper Specifications". Ensure the paper or other material is loaded correctly and the guides are not too tight or too loose against the paper stack. Curl or wave Ensure the paper is loaded properly. Check the paper type and quality.
Page 123: Common Windows Problems
Turn over the stack of paper in the paper tray. Also try rotating the paper 180° in the paper tray. Try printing to the rear door. Common Windows Problems Condition Suggested solutions "File in Use" message Exit all software applications. Remove all software from the StartUp Group, then appears during restart Windows.
Page 124 The printer does not You should change the Print Method option to Print as Image when you print from print a document Acrobat Reader. from Acrobat Reader. The document has Update your Mac OS to OS 10.3.3. or higher. printed, but the print job has not disappeared from the spooler in Mac...
Page 125: Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool
The Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool, also known as the Printer Embedded Web Server, lets you monitor the status of your network printer without leaving your desk. View and/or change the printer configuration settings, and monitor toner level; when it is time to order replacement toner cartridges, click the Dell supplies link on your Web browser.
Page 126: Copy Printer Settings
Dell Printer Web configuration Tool (EWS) can be locked by setting a password. When any of the printer settings are changed using this tool, it will prompt for Username and Password. The Username is "admin" and default password is null (No password).
Page 127: Wireless Setup
Wireless Setup Wireless can be setup using the Dell Web configuration tool. Click on the Wireless link to change the settings. For details of Wireless setup, please refer to Quick Install Guide for the wireless network interface card. Online Help ...

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