Check to see if your printer or the computer is turned on
Make sure that your printer and your computer are turned on.
Check to see if your wireless connection is active
If your wireless connection is down:
1
Do one of the following:
•
In Windows Vista, click
Control Panel
Printers
.
•
In Windows XP and earlier, click
Start
Settings
Printers
or
Printers and Faxes
.
2
Click
Programs
or
All Programs
Lexmark 1500 Series
.
3
Click
Wireless Setup Utility.
Error messages on the computer screen
Clearing error messages
1
Correct the error condition explained in the error message. Click
Help
on the error message dialog box for
specific instructions.
2
After correcting the error condition, click
Continue
to resume printing.
If the error remains, but you want to clear the error message:
1
Click
Cancel Printing
. The error message closes, and the Canceling Printing dialog box appears.
2
Follow the instructions on the Canceling Printing dialog box.
Left/Right Cartridge Missing
?
You need to install a print cartridge. For more information, see the related topic below.
To order a new cartridge, see “Ordering print cartridges.”
Communication not available
The printer and computer may not be able to exchange data.
Is the printer receiving power?
If
is not lit, the printer may not be receiving power.
•
Plug the printer into a different outlet.
•
If the printer is plugged into a surge protector, unplug the printer, and plug it directly into an electrical outlet.
Is there a problem with the connections?
If the printer is connected to an external device, the problem may be with this device. Check the setup information
that came with the device to make sure it is properly installed.
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