Before You Begin TroubleshootingChapter 5: Troubleshooting v 5-3Hardware • Is the printer plugged in?• Is the printer switched on?Software • Is the correct printer driver installed and selected foryour printer configuration?Printer Maintenance An improperly seated tray or an open cover will preventprinting. You can avoid these problems by regularlytaking the following precautions.• Insert media trays properly and securely.• Keep covers securely closed.Consumables An empty print cartridge or expended maintenance itemwill degrade printing.• Keep consumables and maintenance items in supply.• Add or replace when prompted by printer.Specific instructions for replacing each consumable andmaintenance Item are included with the individualreplacement packages.