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Printed pages are light on both sides of page.

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This is usually a sign that the toner cartridge is running low on toner. Replace the toner cartridge and see if the problem persists. If not, then problem solved.

If the problem persists, try adjusting the darkness settings in the printer settings when you are about to print. Sometimes even one notch darker can make a large difference.

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