Understanding the printer software

The software that came with your printer includes the Productivity Studio, the Solution Center, the Fax Setup Utility, the Fax Solutions Software, and Printing Preferences.

Note: Depending on the printer you have, some of these programs may not be applicable.

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The Productivity Studio displays icons to click for scanning, faxing, copying, and e-mail.

You can open it from the desktop by double-clicking the Productivity Studio icon.

You can also access it this way:

  1. Do one of the following:

    • In Windows Vista, click vista start button.

    • In Windows XP and earlier, click Start.

  2. Click Programs or All Programs stepLexmark 9500 Series.

  3. Select Productivity Studio.

  • Scan, copy, fax, e-mail, or print a photo or document.

  • Transfer photos.

  • Make photo greeting cards.

  • Adjust settings for the printer.

The Solution Center provides ways to print photos, troubleshoot printing problems, install print cartridges, and perform maintenance tasks.

To access the Solution Center select Printer Status and Maintenance on the Productivity Studio Welcome Screen.

  • Check ink levels, order print cartridges, and find maintenance information.

  • Troubleshoot.

  • Use the “I Want To” menu.

  • Find the electronic User's Guide.

The Fax Setup Utility lets you customize the fax settings which will apply to the faxes you send or receive.

To access the Fax Setup Utility, select Fax History and Settings on the Productivity Studio Welcome Screen. Then click Adjust speed dial list and other fax settings.

  • Set Ringing and Answering.

  • Print fax history and status reports.

  • Set Speed Dial and Group Dial numbers.

The Fax Solutions Software lets you to use the “I Want To” menu and adjust how faxes are sent and received.

To access the Fax Solutions Software, select Fax History and Settings on the Productivity Studio Welcome Screen.

  • Send a fax.

  • Access the phone book.

  • View sample cover pages.

  • Click toolbar items to send, print, or view a fax.

Printing Preferences is the software that controls the printing function and settings.

When you have a document open, click File step Print to open Printing Preferences.

  • Print a document.

  • Select print preferences.

  • Print two-sided copies.

  • Select paper type.

  • Save settings.