Dell Laser Printer 2230d User Manual

Characters have jagged or uneven edges
If you are using downloaded fonts, verify that the fonts are supported by the printer, the host computer, and the
software program.
Clipped images
Try one or more of the following:
CHECK THE PAPER GUIDES
Move the guides in the tray to the correct positions for the paper size loaded.
CHECK THE PAPER SIZE SETTING
Ensure that the Paper Size setting matches the paper loaded in the tray.
Gray background
If the printer is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, open the Local Printer Settings Utility for Windows
or Printer Settings for Macintosh.
From the Quality menu, select a reduced Toner Darkness setting before sending the job to print.
Ghost images
Try one or more of the following:
Troubleshooting
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Dell Laser Printer 2230d Specifications

General

Brand	Dell
Model	Laser Printer 2230d
Category	Printer
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Instructions and warnings to prevent injury or damage from electrical hazards, hot surfaces, and moving parts.

Learning About the Printer

Printer Configurations

Overview of the printer's basic and configured models, identifying key components and parts.

Understanding the Printer Control Panel

Understanding the Printer Menus

Paper Menu

Configuration options for paper type, size, and loading settings across different trays.

Settings Menu

General printer settings including Eco-Mode, Timeouts, and Factory Defaults.

Finishing Menu

Settings for duplex printing, copies, collation, separator sheets, and N-up printing.

Quality Menu

Options to adjust print resolution, toner darkness, and other quality related settings.

Additional Printer Setup

Installing Hardware Options

Instructions for installing optional hardware like memory cards and paper drawers.

Interpreting Printer Control Panel Lights

Understanding Primary Light Sequences

Explanation of basic light patterns on the control panel and their operational meanings.

Understanding Secondary Light Sequences

Diagnosing errors and paper jams using secondary light codes for detailed analysis.

Loading Paper and Specialty Media

Setting Paper Size and Type

Ensuring tray settings match the loaded paper for optimal printing performance.

Loading Paper Trays

Step-by-step instructions for loading paper into the standard and optional trays.

Paper and Specialty Media Guide

Paper Guidelines

Information on paper types, capacities, characteristics, and unacceptable paper.

Setting Up for Local Printing

Windows Setup

Instructions for installing printer drivers and software for Windows operating systems.

Macintosh Setup

Instructions for installing printer drivers and software for Macintosh operating systems.

Software Overview

Local Printer Settings Utility

Utility for changing and saving printer settings like paper, finishing, and quality.

Printing

Printing a Document

Basic steps and options for printing documents, including paper source selection.

Printing Specialty Documents

Guidelines for printing on letterhead, transparencies, and envelopes.

Maintaining the Printer

Replacing Supplies

Procedures for replacing consumables like toner cartridges.

Replacing the Photoconductor Kit

Instructions for replacing the photoconductor kit when it reaches end-of-life.

Administrative Support

Restoring Factory Default Settings

Resetting printer configurations to factory defaults via utility or control panel.

Clearing Jams

Avoiding Jams

Tips and practices to prevent paper jams for reliable printing.

Accessing Jam Areas

Identifying locations and steps to clear paper jams from various parts of the printer.

Troubleshooting

Solving Printing Problems

Resolving issues like jobs not printing, incorrect characters, or slow printing.

Solving Print Quality Problems

Diagnosing and fixing issues related to print quality, such as blank pages or streaks.

Appendix

Dell Technical Support Policy

Information on Dell's technical support services, including online and technician-assisted options.