Paper Handling; Print Media Guidelines; Paper Characteristics - Dell 2335dn User Manual

Paper Handling

Print Media Guidelines

Storing Print Media
Identifying Print Media Sources and Specifications
Selecting an Output Location
Loading Print Media in the Paper Tray
Using the MPF (Multi purpose feeder)
Print Media Guidelines
Print media is paper, card stock, transparencies, labels, and envelopes. Your printer provides high quality
printing on a variety of print media. Selecting the appropriate print media for your printer helps you to avoid
printing problems. This chapter provides information on how to help you make print media selections, how to
care for the print media, and how to load it in the tray 1, optional tray 2, or MPF.
Paper
For the best print quality, use 75 g/m
are considering using with the printer before buying large quantities.
When loading paper, note the recommended print side on the paper package, and load the paper
accordingly. See "Loading Print Media in the Paper Tray"
detailed loading instructions.

Paper Characteristics

The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. We recommend that you follow these
guidelines when evaluating new paper stock.
Weight
The printer can automatically feed paper weights from 60 to 105 g/m
DADF and from 60 to 105g/m
(16 lb) may not be stiff enough to feed properly, causing jams. For best performance, use 75 g/m
bond) long grain paper.
For duplex printing, use 75 to 90 g/m
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(20 lb) xerographic, long grain paper. Try a sample of any paper you
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(16 to 24 lb bond) grain long in the paper tray. Paper lighter than 60 g/m
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(20 to 24 lb bond) paper.
Setting the Paper Size
Setting the Paper Type
Setting the Paper Tray
Tray Behavior
Setting the Paper Margin
and "Using the MPF (Multi purpose feeder)"
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(16 to 24lb bond) grain long in the
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(20 lb