Dell Laser Printer 2230d User Manual

Menu item Description
Resource Save
On
Off
Specifies how the printer handles temporary downloads, such as
fonts and macros stored in RAM, when the printer receives a job
that requires more memory than is available
Notes:
• Off is the factory default setting. Off sets the printer to retain
the downloads only until memory is needed. Downloads are
deleted to process print jobs.
• The On setting retains the downloads during language
changes and printer resets. If the printer runs out of memory,
then downloads are not deleted.
Print All Order
Alphabetically
Newest First
Oldest First
Sets the order in which the print jobs are printed.
Note: Alphabetically is the factory default setting.
Finishing menu
Menu item Description
Sides (Duplex)
2-sided
1-sided
Specifies whether duplex (2-sided) printing is set as the default for all print jobs
Notes:
• 1-sided is the factory default setting.
• To set 2-sided printing from the software program, for Windows users, click
File  Print, and then click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. For
Macintosh users, choose File > Print, and then adjust the settings from the
print dialog and pop-up menus.
Duplex Binding
Long Edge
Short Edge
Defines the way duplexed pages are bound and how the printing on the back of
the page is oriented in relation to the printing on the front of the page
Notes:
• Long Edge is the factory default setting.
• Long Edge specifies that binding be placed on the left edge of portrait pages
and the top edge of landscape pages.
• Short Edge specifies that binding be placed on the top edge of portrait pages
and the left edge of landscape pages.
Copies
1–999
Specifies a default number of copies for each print job
Note: 1 is the factory default setting.
Blank Pages
Do Not Print
Print
Specifies whether blank pages are inserted in a print job
Note: Do Not Print is the factory default setting.
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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.