Test page does not print

These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:

Make sure the printer is receiving power

If Power button is not on, the printer may not be receiving power.

Check the USB connection
  1. Check that the USB cable is connected to the computer. The USB port on the back of the computer is marked by the graphic of the USB symbol. Plug the long, flat end of the USB cable into this port.

  2. Make sure that the smaller, more square end of the USB cable is plugged into the back of the printer.

  3. Check that the USB cable is not damaged and that the power button light is on.

Make sure the cartridges are properly installed

With the front of the printer facing you, check for proper print cartridge installation. If you are using a color cartridge, make sure it is properly installed in the right carrier. If you are using a black cartridge or photo cartridge, make sure it is properly installed in the left carrier.

Make sure the sticker and tape are removed from the print cartridges:

  1. Lift the scanner unit.

  2. Remove the print cartridges from the print cartridge carrier.

  3. Make sure the sticker and tape are removed from the bottom and back of the print cartridges.

Try printing a test page again
  1. Do one of the following:

    • In Windows Vista, click vista start button step Control Panel.

    • In Windows XP or 2000, click Start.

  2. Click Programs or All Programs stepLexmark 9500 Series.

  3. Click Solution Center.

  4. Click the Maintenance tab.

  5. Click Print a test page.