Use the appropriate paper to prevent jams and help ensure trouble-free printing.
Always use new, undamaged paper.
Before loading paper, know the recommended printable side of the paper. This information is usually indicated on the paper package.
Do not use paper that has been cut or trimmed by hand.
Do not mix paper sizes, types, or weights in the same tray; mixing results in jams.
Do not use coated papers unless they are specifically designed for electrophotographic printing.
For more information, see the Paper and Specialty Media Guide.
The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. Consider these factors before printing on them.
Trays can feed paper of varying weights. Paper lighter than 60 g/m2 (16 lb) may not be stiff enough to feed properly, and may cause jams. For more information, see the “Supported paper weights” topic.
Curl is the tendency for paper to curl at its edges. Excessive curl can cause paper feeding problems. Curl can occur after the paper passes through the printer, where it is exposed to high temperatures. Storing paper unwrapped in hot, humid, cold, or dry conditions can contribute to paper curling before printing and can cause feeding problems.
Paper smoothness directly affects print quality. If paper is too rough, toner cannot fuse to it properly. If paper is too smooth, it can cause paper feeding or print quality issues. We recommend the use of paper with 50 Sheffield points.
The amount of moisture in paper affects both print quality and the printer ability to feed the paper correctly. Leave paper in its original wrapper until you use it. Exposure of paper to moisture changes can degrade its performance.
Before printing, store paper in its original wrapper for 24 to 48 hours. The environment in which the paper is stored must be the same as the printer . Extend the time several days if the storage or transportation environment is very different from the printer environment. Thick paper may also require a longer conditioning period.
Grain refers to the alignment of the paper fibers in a sheet of paper. Grain is either grain long which runs the length of the paper, or grain short which runs the width of the paper. For recommended grain direction, see the “Supported paper weights” topic.
Most high-quality xerographic paper is made from 100 percent chemically treated pulped wood. This content provides the paper with a high degree of stability, resulting in fewer paper feeding problems and better print quality. Paper containing fibers such as cotton can negatively affect paper handling.
The following paper types are not recommended for use with the printer:
Chemically treated papers that are used to make copies without carbon paper. They are also known as carbonless papers, carbonless copy paper (CCP), or no carbon required (NCR) paper.
Preprinted papers with chemicals that may contaminate the printer.
Preprinted papers that can be affected by the temperature in the printer fuser.
Preprinted papers that require a registration (the precise print location on the page) greater than ±2.3 mm (±0.09 in.). For example, optical character recognition (OCR) forms.
Sometimes, registration can be adjusted with a software app to print successfully on these forms.
Coated papers (erasable bond), synthetic papers, or thermal papers.
Rough-edged, rough or heavily textured surface papers, or curled papers.
Recycled papers that fail EN12281:2002 (European).
Paper weighing less than 60 g/m2 (16 lb).
Multiple-part forms or documents.
Use these paper storage guidelines to help avoid jams and uneven print quality:
Store paper in its original wrapper in the same environment as the printer for 24 to 48 hours before printing.
Extend the time several days if the storage or transportation environment is very different from the printer environment. Thick paper may also require a longer conditioning period.
For best results, store paper where the temperature is 21°C (70°F) and the relative humidity is 40 percent.
Most label manufacturers recommend printing in a temperature range of 18–24°C (65–75°F) with relative humidity between 40 and 60 percent.
Store paper in cartons, on a pallet or shelf, rather than on the floor.
Store individual packages on a flat surface.
Do not store anything on top of individual paper packages.
Take paper out of the carton or wrapper only when you are ready to load it in the printer. The carton and wrapper help keep the paper clean, dry, and flat.
Use grain long paper.
Use only forms and letterhead printed using an offset lithographic or engraved printing process.
Avoid paper with rough or heavily textured surfaces.
Use inks that are not affected by the resin in toner. Inks that are oxidation-set or oil-based generally meet these requirements; latex inks might not.
Print samples on preprinted forms and letterheads considered for use before buying large quantities. This action determines whether the ink in the preprinted form or letterhead affects print quality.
When in doubt, contact your paper supplier.
When printing on letterhead, load the paper in the proper orientation for your printer. For more information, see the Paper and Specialty Media Guide.
Paper size | 650-sheet duo tray | Optional 550-sheet tray | Two-sided printing | |
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550-sheet tray | 100-sheet multipurpose feeder1 | |||
1 Does not support automatic size sensing. 2 Supported in both the portrait and landscape orientations. When fed in portrait orientation, A5 is treated as narrow paper. When fed in landscape orientation, it is treated as a regular width paper. 3 When Universal is selected, the page is formatted for 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) unless the size is specified by the application. 4 Load narrow paper in portrait orientation. 5 When Other Envelope is selected, the page is formatted for 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) unless the size is specified by the application. | ||||
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.27 x 11.7 in.) | ||||
A5 landscape2 210 x 148 mm (8.27 x 5.83 in.) | ||||
A5 portrait2 148 x 210 mm (5.83 x 8.27 in.) | ||||
A6 105 x 148 mm (4.13 x 5.83 in.) | ||||
Banner 215.9 x 1320.8 mm (3 x 5 in. to 8.5 x 52 in.) | X | X | X | |
Executive 184.2 x 266.7 mm (7.25 x 10.5 in.) | ||||
Folio 215.9 x 330.2 mm (8.5 x 13 in.) | ||||
Hagaki 100 x 148 mm (3.94 x 5.83 in.) | X | X | X | |
JIS B5 182 x 257 mm (7.17 x 10.1 in.) | ||||
Legal 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) | ||||
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5 x 11 in.) | ||||
Oficio (Mexico) 216 x 340 mm (8.5 x 13.4 in.) | ||||
Statement 139.7 x 215.9 mm (5.5 x 8.5 in.) | ||||
Universal3, 4 76.2 x 127 mm to 215.9 x 355.6 mm (3 x 5 in. to 8.5 x 14 in.) | X | X | X | |
Universal3, 4 105 x 148 mm to 215.9 x 355.6 mm (4.13 x 5.83 in. to 8.5 x 14 in.) | ||||
7 3/4 Envelope 98.4 x 190.5 mm (3.875 x 7.5 in.) | X | X | X | |
9 Envelope 98.4 x 225.4 mm (3.875 x 8.875 in.) | X | X | X | |
10 Envelope 104.8 x 241.3 mm (4.125 x 9.5 in.) | X | |||
11 Envelope 114.3 x 263.525 mm (4.5 x 10.375 in.) | X | |||
12 Envelope 120.65 x 279.4 mm (4.75 x 11 in.) | X | |||
B5 Envelope 176 x 250 mm (6.93 x 9.84 in.) | X | |||
B6 Envelope 125 x 176 mm (4.92 x 6.92 in.) | X | |||
C5 Envelope 162 x 229 mm (6.38 x 9.01 in.) | X | |||
C6 Envelope 114 x 162 mm (4.48 x 6.37 in.) | X | |||
DL Envelope 110 x 220 mm (4.33 x 8.66 in.) | X | |||
Monarch 98.4 x 190.5 mm (3.9 x 7.5 in.) | X | X | X | |
Other Envelope5 98.4 x 162 mm to 176 x 250 mm (3.87 x 6.38 in. to 6.93 x 9.84 in.) | X | X | X |
Paper type | 650-sheet duo tray | Optional 550-sheet tray | Two-sided printing | |
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550-sheet tray | 100-sheet multipurpose feeder | |||
Plain | ||||
Card stock | ||||
Recycled | ||||
Glossy | ||||
Labels | ||||
Vinyl Labels | ||||
Bond | ||||
Envelope | ||||
Letterhead | ||||
Preprinted | ||||
Colored Paper | ||||
Light | ||||
Heavy | ||||
Rough/Cotton | ||||
Transparency | X | X | X | X |
Custom Type [x] |
Notes:
650-sheet duo tray | Optional 550-sheet tray | Two-sided printing | |
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550-sheet tray | 100-sheet multipurpose feeder | ||
60–218 g/m2 (16–58-lb bond) | 60–218 g/m2 (16–58-lb bond) | 60–218 g/m2 (16–58-lb bond) | 60–162 g/m2 (16–43-lb bond) |
Paper type | Paper weight |
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Plain Paper | 75–90.3 g/m2 (20–24 lb bond) |
Glossy | 88–176 g/m2 (60–120 lb book) |
162–176 g/m2 grain long (60–65 lb cover) | |
Heavy Paper | 90.3–105 g/m2 grain long (24.1–28 lb bond) |
Card stock | Up to 199 g/m2 grain long (110 lb index) |
Up to 218 g/m2 grain short (80 lb cover) | |
Labels | Up to 218 g/m2 (58 lb bond) |
Envelopes | 60–105 g/m2 (16–28 lb bond) |
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