There are lots of smudges on the printed papers. Why?
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I don't seem to have problems with my Samsung and the cartridges. Try it again and see if it works. It should, ours does. Hope this helps
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Have the same problem. I will try some steps before it goes back to Amazon and a negative review for the vendor (V4ink)
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I'm sorry that isn't happening 2 me. If you haven't already done so, try taking the cartridge out & lightly wipe off the plate (green part on mine). Not really sure what it is called.
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I had the same problem there is a drum component of the toner cartridge that electrostatically "spreads the toner" before it is heated and fused to the paper. I believe the drum unit is defective. I returned my cartridge to Amazon for this reason. I had smudges and what looked like double images on the paper.
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This is not normal in my experience. I've had the printer for more than a year and have never experienced the situation you describe. No idea what it indicates specifically but it's not normal. I suggest you contact Lexmark customer service. Perhaps they will have some idea of the source of the problem.
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You can also go through the printer's maintenance and try have the printer perform a print head cleaning as well. I was having some major problems with mine too (it just turned out that I was using cheap ink).
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Hi Marion:You can try changing your color saturation settings in your printer properties. You can also reduce the resolution sometimes helps.
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I wish I did. That honestly sounds like a mechanical issue, have you had any paper jams, and if so are you sure all the junk paper is cleaned out? Just a random thought. I haven't had any noise issues with mine.
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I have never had that problem. What printer setting are you using? I believe just the normal print setting is suggested; that's what I use.
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If you are not using a laser printer you will have this problem. Other than that I don't have a clue.
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The printer heads may need to be cleaned. Go to printer >>>touch the picture of the wrench >>>>tools >>>clean cartridges.
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I have an HP LaserJet 4000TN (black & White). Doesn't smudge. InkJet might.
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I have printed on both sides of the paper about 50/50 text and color graphics 2 packages of paper 500 sheets per pkg. before needing to replace cartridges. Those are the original cartridges that came with the printer. I am using windows 8.1 and using the HP compatible printer settings. I had problems with the postscript settings and changed to the HP settings. Chuck Frodermann
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It's not the newer printers, it's their inks and papers. Many are printing permanent images, dry quickly and almost never smear, if handled correctly. Sloppy can mess up almost anything, but newer printers are really worth their costs. I recommend sticking with an Epson printer if you're going to be using Epson paper. It's a nice match.Read
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Check your ink levels, if you are out of any color you may see banding. Also clean the printer heads.
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Im answering this for anyone else interested in your question. They DO smear on the back of photos. I was so disappointed in this :/
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I am not quite sure, because my printer is having some problems. And I am not sure as to what is the exact cause with the printing. So, I don't want to steer you wrong, ok.
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I have had my printer for over one year and no problems yet. I am very pleased with it to date. Try cleaning the paper rollers with vinegar or alcohol carefully to remove all dust, dirt, etc.
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You need to clean the scanning sensors on the ADF. I was experiencing the same. It didn't happen when the document was placed on the bed, so it was happening when the document went through the feeder. Use an electronic cleaning solution on a Q-tip or lint free cloth.
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there may be a paper caught inside, or a piece of a sheet. double check all clear? hope this helps! we had a ripped piece inside that caused this until it was cleared.