Installation and SetupPreventing Printer MalfunctionTo prevent printer malfunction or damage to the internal hard drive:1. Ensure that there are no jobs in the queue.2. Turn off the secondary power switch, then wait 10 seconds after the touch screen goes dark beforeyou proceed.Note: When the optional Business Ready finisher is installed, the secondary power switch is behind aclear plastic door.3. Open the front door.4. Turn off the main power switch.5. Close the front door.USB CoverTo prevent users from accessing the USB port on the front of the printer, install the USB cover. While thecover prevents physical access to the USB port, the port is still active. For details on enabling or disablingUSB ports, see the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/WC7970docs.If your printer model has a cover for the USB port on the control panel, you can install or remove thecover. You can find the installation instructions and the necessary part in the compartment inside of Tray1.Optimizing Printer PerformanceSeveral factors influence printer performance, including temperature, humidity, air pressure, and thechemical characteristics of the paper and coatings. The printer must form an electrostatic image on thepaper, which depends on the ability of the air to hold and transfer electrical charges. The paper andcoatings must hold an electrical charge in the areas where the toner must adhere.To optimize the performance of your printer:1. At the printer control panel, press the Machine Status button, then touch the Tools tab.2. Touch Troubleshooting>Calibration>Print Calibration>Next.3. Follow the onscreen instructions to run the Print Calibration procedure.Xerox ® WorkCentre® 7970 Multifunction Printer 41User Guide