Solving option problems

Settings chosen from the software program or application can change or override settings chosen from the printer control panel. If an option is not functioning, then make sure it is selected in the software as well as the printer control panel.

Option does not operate correctly or quits after it is installed

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

Reset the printer

Turn the printer off, wait about 10 seconds, and then turn the printer on.


Check to see if the option is connected to the printer

  1. Turn the printer off.

  2. Unplug the printer.

  3. Check the connection between the option and the printer.


Make sure the option is installed correctly

Print a menu settings page and check to see if the option is listed in the Installed Options list. If the option is not listed, then reinstall it. For more information, see the hardware setup documentation that came with the option, or see the latest comprehensive User's Guide available on our Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications.


Make sure the option is selected

From the computer you are printing from, select the option. For more information, see Updating available options in the printer driver.

Paper trays

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

Make sure the paper is loaded correctly

  1. Open the paper tray.

  2. Check for paper jams or misfeeds.

  3. Make sure paper guides are aligned against the edges of the paper.

  4. Make sure the paper tray closes properly.


Reset the printer

Turn the printer off, wait about 10 seconds, and then turn the printer on.


Make sure the paper tray is installed correctly

If the paper tray is listed on the menu settings page, but paper jams when it enters or exits the tray, then it may not be properly installed. Reinstall the paper tray. For more information, see the hardware setup documentation that came with the paper tray, or see the latest comprehensive User's Guide available on our Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications.


Make sure the list of options in the printer driver is up to date

From the computer you are printing from, verify that the paper tray is among the options listed in the printer driver. For more information, see Updating available options in the printer driver.

2000-sheet tray

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

The elevator tray is not working properly


The paper feed rollers do not turn to advance paper

5-bin mailbox

If the 5-bin mailbox is listed on the menu settings page, but paper jams when it exits the printer and enters the mailbox, then it may not be properly installed. Reinstall the 5-bin mailbox. For more information, see the hardware setup documentation that came with the 5-bin mailbox, or see the latest comprehensive User's Guide available on our Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications.

Output options

If the Output Expander, High Capacity Output Stacker, or StapleSmart II Finisher is listed on the menu settings page, but paper jams when it exits the printer or enters the output option, then it may not be properly installed. Reinstall the option. For more information, see the hardware setup documentation that came with the option, or see the latest comprehensive User's Guide available on our Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications.

Memory card

Make sure the memory card is securely connected to the printer system board.

Flash memory card

Make sure the flash memory card is securely connected to the printer system board.

Hard disk with adapter

Make sure the hard disk is securely connected to the printer system board.

Internal Solutions Port

If the Lexmark Internal Solutions Port (ISP) does not operate correctly, then these are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:

Check the ISP connections


Check the cable

Make sure you are using the correct cable and that it is securely connected.


Make sure the network software is configured correctly

For information about installing software for network printing, see the Networking Guide on the Software and Documentation CD