How to Reset a Dell Printer (5 Steps)

1. Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord from the printer. Open the top of the printer and remove the toner cartridge or inkjet cartridges.
2. Clean under the toner cartridge if you are working with a Dell laser printer. Use a clean cloth to wipe away any paper dust or dirt from inside the printer. If you have one, a small computer vacuum cleaner can be used. You can also use a hand vac with a fine suction attachment.
3. Clean the print heads if you are working with a Dell inkjet printer. Use a cotton swab to clean around the print heads, then use another cotton swab to clean the bottom of each ink cartridge.
4. Replace the ink or toner cartridge and close the top of the printer. Plug the cord back into the printer and power it on.
5. Print a test page from the printer using your computer. Check the quality of the test print. If the print quality is poor, use the print head cleaning utility supplied by Dell to realign and clean the print heads. The nozzles in the print heads can become clogged, and this utility will help to clear any accumulated ink and keep the printer in top shape.