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Lexmark E250dn error 37: Insufficient collation area

The Lexmark E250dn error 37 (Insufficient Collation Area) occurs when the printer's RAM is overloaded while attempting to sort (collate) a multi-page document into specific sets. This is a common bottleneck for office printers with limited internal memory. To resolve the Lexmark E250dn error 37, you should adjust your document's print settings to stop the printer from trying to perform collation internally.

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Common causes

  • 1Attempting to collate complex documents in one pass.
  • 2Insufficient onboard RAM to buffer multiple document copies.
  • 3High print resolution demands taxing memory bandwidth.
  • 4Memory-management firmware bottlenecks.

Solutions

Quick Diagnosis

This error only appears during multi-set print runs. If you print one copy at a time, it works perfectly, identifying this as a memory-management issue.

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. Open your printing dialog in your application.
  2. Navigate to 'Printer Properties' or 'Preferences'.
  3. Look for the 'Collate' checkbox and ensure it is unchecked.
  4. Send your job again; if you need multiple sets, print them sequentially.

Prevention and Maintenance

For high-volume collation tasks, consider upgrading the printer’s physical memory (DIMM) or managing high-volume jobs from the workstation side rather than letting the printer handle the sequence logic.

When to Call a Technician

This is a configuration or hardware-limitation error. If the printer fails even after changing settings, it is likely a software conflict rather than a hardware breakdown.

Device Specifications

  • Technology: Monochrome Laser
  • Sorting Mechanism: Internal memory-based collation
  • Connectivity: USB 2.0, Ethernet
  • Consumables: Lexmark E250 / E350
  • Usage: Standard office
  • Official Drivers / Firmware

Steps to follow

  1. 1

    Disable Collation

    In print properties, uncheck the 'Collate' option before printing.

  2. 2

    Limit copies

    Reduce the quantity of copies sent in a single batch to save memory.

  3. 3

    Restart Spooler

    Restart the print spooler service in your computer settings.

Frequently asked questions

The printer lacks sufficient RAM memory to hold and organize the sorted pages of the document.

Yes, disabling the 'Collate' function in your print settings will prevent the error from appearing.

Compatible with Lexmark E250 / E350 series toner cartridges.

Updating firmware or adding a memory expansion module are the most effective preventive measures.

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