Slow printing
Does your document print longer than expected? Checking the paper settings, reducing the number of pages, or removing held jobs are possible solutions.
Try one or more of the following:
- Make sure that the printer cable is securely connected to the printer, computer, print server, option, and other network device.
- Make sure that the printer is not inQuiet Mode.From the control panel, navigate to .
- Specify the resolution of the document that you want to print.
- Depending on your operating system, access the Printing Preferences or Print dialog.
- Set the resolution to4800 CQ.You can also change the setting on the control panel. Navigate to .
- Depending on your operating system, specify the paper type from the Printing Preferences or Print dialog.
- You can also change the setting on the control panel. Navigate to .
- Heavier paper print more slowly.
- Paper that is narrower than letter, A4, and legal may print more slowly.
- Make sure that the printer settings for texture and weight match the paper being loaded.From the control panel, navigate to .Rough paper texture and heavy paper weight may print more slowly.
- Remove held jobs.
- Make sure that the printer is not overheating.
- Allow the printer to cool down after a long print job.
- Observe the recommended ambient temperature for the printer. For more information, see Selecting a location for the printer.
If the problem persists, then contact customer support.