This article contains a list of Knowledge Base quick links for users getting started with the installation of their new Wi-Fi equipped inkjet printer or All-In-One inkjet printer. Entry-level networking articles that can aid in the diagnosis of simple communication anomalies are also included. The following topic areas are covered:

• Installation and related questions


• Network settings and network configuration


• Troubleshooting and additional support


• Additional tools and references

This Table of Contents covers the following printers or All-In-Ones:    

• -Z1520
• -X4850
• -X6570
• -X7550 
• -X4875 Pro
• -X6575 Pro
• -X9575 Pro

Infrastructure Mode  (most common wireless router connection)

• -Windows XP/Vista


• -Macintosh OS X.5 Leopard   NOTE:  OS X.5 instructions will work for X.4 Tiger users.

Ad Hoc Mode  (less common computer-to-PC connection)

• -Windows XP/Vista


• -Macintosh OS X.5 Leopard 

Wireless Setup Utility (WSU)

• -How to Reconfigure the Printer Using the Wireless Setup Utility (post-installation reconfiguration)
   

Printer Network Topics	Z1520	X4850,X4875,X7550,X9575 Pro	X6570, X6575 Pro
How to Reset Network Settings	Click here.	Click here.	Click here.
How to Print a Network Settings Page (obtain the printer TCP/IP address)	Click here.	Click here.	Click here.
Printer's Wireless Signal Strength	Click here.
How to Access the Wireless Router/AP	Click here.
How to Ping IP Addresses	Click here.
How to Obtain the Computer's IP address (IPCONFIG)	Click here.
How to Access the Printer Embedded Web Server (EWS)	Click here.
How to Update the Print Server (Network Adapter) Firmware	Click here.

Wi-Fi Indicator Light

Preliminary Troubleshooting Topics and Checks	Z1520, X4500 - X7500 Series, All Pro Series, and X6570
Wi-Fi Indicator Light Patterns and Possible Solutions	Click here.
Wireless Signal Strength and Variables Affecting Strength	Click here.
Blinking Orange and Not Communicating	Click here.
Solid Green and Not Communicating	Click here.
How to Reconfigure the Printer Using the Wireless Setup Utility	Click here.
The Effects of Firewalls on Communication	Click here.
IP Ports Utilized by '07 Products	Click here.
X4800 Series Not Able to Print Coming Out of Power Saver Mode	Click here.
X6500 Series Not Able to Print Coming out of Power Saver Mode	Click here.
X7500 Series Not Able to Print Coming out of Power Saver Mode	Click here.
Processes Utilized by '07 Products	Click here.

If...	Then...
you require information on Macintosh fundamentals such as: Scan-to-Mac Cartridge maintenance Printing a test page Communication issues and more....	click here.
you need to refer to the Wireless & Networking Glossary	click here.
you need a User's Guide or a Networking and Troubleshooting reference.	Model Windows* Macintosh* 1500 Series Click here. Click here. 4800 Series Click here. Click here. 6500 Series Click here. Click here. 7500 Series Click here. Click here. *Networking and Troubleshooting sections of the User's Guide only.  For a complete User's Guide, visit   http://www.lexmark.com/publications/index.html.

Please contact Lexmark Technical Support for additional assistance.  NOTE: When calling for support, you will be asked for your machine/model type and serial number.
Please call from near the printer and computer in case the technician asks you to perform a task involving one of these devices.