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The following table lists recommended media, weights, and the stack height guide to use when loading
the paper trays.
Paper
Note: Using low quality paper may result in unsatisfactory performance and may degrade
print quality.
When printing photographic quality images, use a high-quality laser printer paper. We recommend the
following paper for optimum results:
For printing text and typical business graphics, you may find 75 g/m
2
(20 lb) paper designed for laser
printers or photocopiers produces acceptable print quality. Always try a sample of any paper before
buying large quantities.
Before loading paper, note the recommended print side identified on the paper package. Load paper
with the recommended print side face down in the paper trays. For paper loading instructions, see
Loading media.
Stack height letter Recommended media
A Lexmark Glossy Paper
*
: Letter (P/N 12A5950), A4 (P/N 12A5951)
B 11x17, Legal, B4, A3 (90–105 g/m
2
, 24–28 lb bond)
C Letter, A4 (60–105 g/m
2
, 16–28 lb bond)
11x17, Legal, B4, A3 (60 - 90 g/m
2
, 16 - 24 lb bond)
D Lexmark Transparency
**
: Letter (P/N 12A5940), A4 (P/N 12A5941)
E Lexmark Glossy Paper
*
: Letter (P/N 12A5950), A4 (P/N 12A5951)
Card stock: Letter, A4 (128–163 g/m
2
, 90 lb index)
Paper Labels: Letter, A4 (up to 180 g/m
2
, 48 lb bond)
F Letter, A4 (105–128 g/m
2
, 28–34 lb bond)
*
Lexmark Glossy Paper is 120 g/m
2
, 80 lb. book, 32 lb bond.
**
Lexmark Transparency weight is 120 g/m
2
.
Paper Weight Size Part Number
Hammermill Laser Print
90 g/m
2
(24 lb)
Lexmark Glossy Laser Paper 120 g/m
2
(32 lb) Letter 12A5950
A4 12A5951
