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A laser printer is making humming and grinding noises, and the printouts have ghost images on the pages. Which of the following should be replaced?

  • A. Cartridge
  • B. Paper
  • C. Fuser
  • D. Rollers
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Suggested Answer: C 🗳️

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007madmonk
Highly Voted 11 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: C
In a laser printer exhibiting humming and grinding noises along with ghost images on the pages, the most likely component that needs replacement is: C. Fuser The fuser is a critical component in a laser printer responsible for melting and bonding the toner to the paper. If the fuser is malfunctioning, it can lead to issues such as ghost images and unusual noises. The grinding noise could indicate a problem with the fuser's moving parts.
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JonHin
Most Recent 2 months, 2 weeks ago
D is correct When a laser printer produces humming and grinding noises along with ghost images on the printouts, the issue is most likely related to the printer's rollers. These symptoms suggest that the rollers, which are responsible for feeding paper through the printer, may be worn out or dirty. This can cause them to not grip the paper properly, leading to repeated imprints or "ghosting" of images on the printouts. Replacing or cleaning the rollers should resolve both the noise and the print quality issues. References: CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) Exam Objectives, specifically the sections dealing with printer maintenance and troubleshooting, which would include addressing issues with internal components such as rollers. General knowledge of laser printer operation and common issues, highlighting the role of rollers in paper feed mechanisms and their impact on print quality
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NewpMej
6 months ago
Selected Answer: A
In some laser printers, the drum and toner can indeed be combined into a single cartridge. A grinding noise could be caused by a cartridge not being properly fitted. And Ghost images could be caused by the drum. In my opinion, this could be A. https://www.professormesser.com/free-a-plus-training/220-1101/220-1101-video/troubleshooting-printers-220-1101/
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JasonMunoz
3 months, 1 week ago
I think you are misunderstanding, "ghost images". The fuser is responsible for bonding the toner to the paper. Replacing the toner cartridge would be good for faded or streaky prints.
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edwinv
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: C
The component that is most likely causing the humming and grinding noises, as well as the presence of ghost images on the printouts in a laser printer, is: C. Fuser Explanation: The fuser is responsible for applying heat to bond the toner to the paper. If the fuser is malfunctioning, it can lead to issues such as noise, grinding sounds, and improper toner bonding, resulting in ghost images on the printed pages.
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SamsonHen323
10 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: C
Fuser, google printer ghosting print
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