USER’S GUIDEDCP-9045CDN
viiiTable of ContentsSection I General1 General information 2Using the documentation...
86Document jams CIf the document is jammed, follow the steps below.Document is jammed in the top of the ADF unitCThe document may get jammed if it is
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance87CDocument is jammed in the duplex slotCa Take out any paper from the ADF that is not jammed.b Pull the jammed
88d Fan the paper stack, and then put it back in the MP tray. e When loading paper in the MP tray, make sure that the paper stays under the maximum pa
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance89Cc Make sure the paper is below the maximum paper mark. While pressing the green paper-guide release lever, s
90d Hold the green handle of the drum unit. Lift the drum unit up and then pull it out until it stops. e Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on th
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance91CCAUTION Hold the handles of drum unit when you carry it. DO NOT hold the sides of the drum unit. We recomm
92g Put the drum unit back in the machine as follows.1 Make sure that the gray lock lever (1) is in the up position and put the drum unit in the machi
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance93C2 Push the drum unit in until it stops. h Close the front cover of the machine. i Put the paper tray firmly
94b Hold the green handle of the drum unit. Lift the drum unit up and then pull it out until it stops. c Open the back cover. d Pull down the two gre
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance95Ce Using both hands, gently pull the jammed paper out of the fuser unit. f Close the fuser cover (1) and lift
ixSection II Copy5 Making copies 30How to copy...
96i Close the front cover of the machine. Paper is jammed underneath Paper Tray 1 or in the fuser unit CIf the LCD shows Jam Duplex, follow these step
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance97CHOT SURFACE After you have just used the machine, some internal parts of the machine will be extremely hot.
98Routine maintenance CCAUTION The drum unit contains toner, so handle it carefully. If toner scatters on your hands or clothes, wipe or wash it off w
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance99Ce Wipe the inside of the paper tray with a dry, lint-free cloth to remove dust. f Re-load the paper and put
100Cleaning the laser scanner windows CCAUTION DO NOT use isopropyl alcohol to clean the laser scanner windows. DO NOT touch the laser scanner window
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance101Cd Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit
102CAUTION Hold the handles of drum unit when you carry it. DO NOT hold the sides of the drum unit. We recommend that you place the drum unit on a c
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance103Cf Put the drum unit back in the machine as follows.1 Make sure that the gray lock lever (1) is in the up po
1042 Push the drum unit in until it stops. g Close the front cover of the machine. h Plug the machine’s power cord back into the AC power outlet first
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance105Cc Hold the green handle of the drum unit. Lift the drum unit up and then pull it out until it stops. d Hold
xSection V AppendixesA Safety and legal 50Choosing a location ...
106e Push to release the latches of the white corona wire cover (1), and then open the cover. NoteWe recommended that you clean the corona wire for ea
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance107Ci Hold the handle of the toner cartridge and slide the toner cartridge into the drum unit. Make sure that y
108Cleaning the drum unit CIf you have print quality problems, clean the drum unit as follows.a Turn off the machine’s power switch. Disconnect all ca
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance109Cd Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit
110CAUTION We recommend that you place the toner cartridges on a clean, flat surface with a piece of disposable paper underneath it in case you accide
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance111Cg See the print sample to identify the color causing the problem. The color of the spots or toner stain is
112k Hold the handle of the toner cartridge and slide the toner cartridge into the drum unit. Make sure that you match the toner cartridge color to th
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance113CNoteWhen you put the drum unit in the machine, match the green guides (1) of the drum unit handle to the gr
114Replacing the consumable items CWhen the time comes to replace consumable items, the following messages will appear on the LCD.The machine will sto
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance115CThe following are maintenance messages that appear on the LCD in the Ready mode. These message provide adva
xiD Menu and features 149On-screen programming...149Menu table...
116The following are maintenance messages that appear alternately with the normal message on the upper row of the LCD when the machine is in the Ready
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance117CReplacing a toner cartridge COrder Numbers:Toner Cartridge Standard: TN-110 (BK, C, M, Y)Toner Cartridge Hi
118Replacing the toner cartridges CHOT SURFACE After you have just used the machine, some internal parts of the machine will be extremely hot. When yo
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance119CCAUTION We recommend that you place the toner cartridges on a clean, flat surface with a piece of disposabl
120CAUTION DO NOT use flammable substances near the machine. DO NOT use any type of spray to clean the inside or outside of the machine. Doing this ma
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance121Cf Remove the orange protective cover. g Hold the handle of the toner cartridge and slide the toner cartridg
122Replacing the drum unit COrder Number: DR-110CLDrum end soon message C Change PartsDrumThe machine uses a drum unit to create print images on paper
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance123Ca Turn off the machine’s power switch. Press the front cover release button and then open the front cover.
124c Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit and pull the drum unit completely out of
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance125C To avoid print quality problems, DO NOT touch the shaded parts shown in the illustrations. d Hold the
126f Hold the handle of the toner cartridge and slide the toner cartridge into the drum unit. Make sure that you match the toner cartridge color to th
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance127CNoteWhen you put the drum unit in the machine, match the green guides (1) of the drum unit handle to the gr
128j Press Menu, 6, 6.The LCD shows the part name of the counter that needs to be reset. 66.Reset Menu DrumSelect ab or OKk Press a or b to choose
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance129CReplacing the belt unit Ca Turn off the machine’s power switch.b Press the front cover release button and t
130d Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit and pull the drum unit completely out of
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance131Ce Hold the green parts of the belt unit with both hands and lift the belt unit up, then pull it out. CAUTIO
132h Put the drum unit back in the machine as follows.1 Make sure that the gray lock lever (1) is in the up position and put the drum unit in the mach
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance133C2 Push the drum unit in until it stops. i Close the front cover of the machine. When you replace the belt u
134WARNING DO NOT reuse the waste toner box. Replacing the waste toner box CWARNING DO NOT put the waste toner box into a fire. It could explode. Be
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance135Cb Hold the green handle of the drum unit. Lift the drum unit up and then pull it out until it stops. c Rele
Section IGeneral IGeneral information 2Loading paper and documents 10General setup 21Security features 25
136CAUTION Hold the handles of drum unit when you carry it. DO NOT hold the sides of the drum unit. We recommend that you place the drum unit on a c
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance137Ce Remove the waste toner box from the machine using the green handle. NoteDiscard the used waste toner box
138h Put the drum unit back in the machine as follows.1 Make sure that the gray lock lever (1) is in the up position and put the drum unit in the mach
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance139C2 Push the drum unit in until it stops. i Close the front cover of the machine. Packing and shipping the ma
140 To prevent injuries when moving or lifting this machine, make sure at least two people lift the machine together. Be careful not to pinch your fin
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance141CRepacking the machine Ca Turn off the machine’s power switch. Disconnect all cables, and then unplug the po
142e Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit and pull the drum unit completely out of
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance143Ch Hold the green parts of the belt unit with both hands and lift the belt unit up, then pull it out. CAUTIO
144k Insert the original orange packing material for locking the belt unit as shown in the illustration. l Put a piece of paper (letter or A4) on the
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance145CNoteWhen you put the drum unit in the machine, match the green guides (1) of the drum unit handle to the gr
21Using the documentation1Thank you for buying a Brother machine! Reading the documentation will help you make the most of your machine.Symbols and co
146oNoteWe recommend you repack the machine on a table or desk. Put the styrofoam piece marked “FRONT” (1) into the lower carton (3), so that the arro
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance147Ct Put the two styrofoam pieces for the toner cartridges on the top of the machine. Match the right side of
148Machine information CChecking the serial number CYou can see the machine’s serial number on the LCD.a Press Menu, 6, 2. 62.Serial No. XXXXXXXXXb P
149DDOn-screen programmingDYour machine has been designed to be easy to use. The LCD provides on-screen programming using the menu keys.We have create
150How to access the menu mode Da Press Menu.b Choose an option. Press 1 for General Setup menu. Press 2 for Copy menu. Press 3 for Printer menu.
Menu and features151DMenu table DThe factory settings are shown in Bold with an asterisk.Choose & OK Choose & OK to accept to exit
1521.GeneralSetup(continued)2.Paper Size(continued)2.Tray#1 A4Letter*LegalExecutiveA5A6B5B6FolioSets the size of the paper in the paper tray.213.Tray#
Menu and features153D1.GeneralSetup(continued)6.Tray Use(continued)2.Print Tray#1 OnlyTray#2 OnlyMP OnlyMP>T1*T1>MPMP>T1>T2*T1>T2>MP
1542.Copy(continued)4.Color Adjust1.Red -nnnno+-nnnon+-nnonn+*-nonnn+-onnnn+Adjusts the red color for copies.362.Green -nnnno+-nnnon+-nnonn+*-nonnn+-o
Menu and features155D3.Printer(continued)6.Calibration— CalibrateResetAdjusts the color density or returns the color calibration to the factory settin
General information31Viewing documentation 1Viewing documentation (Windows®) 1To view the documentation, from the Start menu, point to Brother, DCP-90
1564.USB DirectI/F(continued)1.Direct Print(continued)3.Multiple Page 1in1*2in14in19in116in125in11 in 2x2 pages1 in 3x3 pages1 in 4x4 pages1 in 5x5 pa
Menu and features157D4.USB DirectI/F(continued)3.PictBridge(continued)2.Orientation Letter*A4B5A5B6A6Then, you will choose:PortraitLandscapeSets the p
1585.LAN(continued)1.TCP/IP(continued)7.WINS Server (Primary)000.000.000.000(Secondary)000.000.000.000Specifies the IP address of the primary or secon
Menu and features159D6.MachineInfo.(continued)4.User Settings— — You can print a list of your settings including the network configuration.245.Parts L
160Entering text DWhen setting certain menu selections, you will need to type text characters. The numeric keys have letters printed on them. The keys
Menu and features161DSpecial characters and symbolsPress l, # or 0, then press d or c to move the cursor to the symbol or character you want. Press OK
162EGeneral ESpecifications EMemory Capacity 128 MB ADF (automatic document feeder)Up to 50 pages (Staggered) [20 lb (80 g/m2)]Duplex, up to Letter si
Specifications163ENoise level Sound powerOperating (Copying): LWAd = 6.9 BellStandby: LWAd = 4.4 BellSound pressureOperating (Copying): LpAm = 54.5 dB
164Print media EPaper Input Paper Tray Paper Type: Plain paper, Thin paper or Recycled paper Paper Size: Letter, A4, B5, A5, B6, A6, Executive, Leg
Specifications165ECopy E1The copy speed may change depending on the type of document you copy.2From the standard paper tray or optional paper tray.3Wh
Chapter 14Viewing documentation (Macintosh®) 1a Turn on your Macintosh®.Insert the Brother CD-ROM labeled Macintosh® into your CD-ROM drive.b The foll
166Scan E1Maximum 1200 × 1200 dpi scanning with the WIA driver in Windows® XP/Windows Vista™ (resolution up to 19200 × 19200 dpi can be chosen by us
Specifications167EPrint E1The printing speed may change depending on the type of document you print.2From the standard paper tray and optional paper t
168Interfaces E1Your machine has a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface. The machine can also be connected to a computer that has a USB 1.1 interface.2Third par
Specifications169EComputer requirements E1For WIA, 1200x1200 resolution. Brother Scanner Utility enables to enhance up to 19200 x 19200 dpi.2Third par
170Consumable items E1Approx. yields based on 5% page coverage (Letter)2Drum yield is approximate, and may vary by type of use.3When printing on Lette
Specifications171EEthernet wired network E1Printing only for Windows Server® 20032Mac OS® X 10.2.4 or greater (mDNS)3BRAdmin Professional and Web BRAd
172FThis is a comprehensive list of features and terms that appear in Brother manuals. Availability of these features depends on the model you purchas
Index173GGAAccessories and supplies ... iiiADF (automatic document feeder)using ...
174FFolio ...11, 21, 33Function Lock ...25GGrayscale ...
175GQQuality (copying) ...31RReducingcopies ...32Replacingbelt uni
General information51Accessing Brother support (for Windows®) 1You can find all the contacts you will need, such as Web support (Brother Solutions Cen
EQUIPMENT ATTACHMENT LIMITATIONS(Canada only)NOTICEThis product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications.
Brother International Corporation100 Somerset Corporate BoulevardP.O. Box 6911Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USABrother International Corporation (Canada)
If you need to call Customer ServicePlease complete the following information for future reference:Model Number: DCP-9045CDNSerial Number:1
Chapter 16Control panel overview 1 1 Print keys:DirectLets you print data from a USB flash memory drive that you can connect directly to the machine.
General information71 5 Numeric keysUse to enter information into the machine.6 Stop/ExitStops an operation or exits from a menu.7 StartColorLets you
Chapter 18Status LED indications 1The Status LED (light emitting diode) will flash and change color depending on the machine’s status. The LED indicat
General information91NoteWhen the power switch is off or the machine is in sleep mode, the LED is off. RedService error Follow the steps below.1. Tu
102Acceptable paper and other media2Recommended paper 2To get the best print quality, we suggest using the following paper.Print quality may vary acco
Loading paper and documents112The names for the paper trays in the printer driver and this Guide are as follows: 2Paper capacity of the paper trays 21
Chapter 212Handling and using special paper 2The machine is designed to work well with most types of xerographic and bond paper. However, some paper v
Loading paper and documents132Envelopes 2Most envelopes will be suitable for your machine. However, some envelopes will have feed and print-quality pr
Chapter 214Types of envelopes to avoid 2CAUTION DO NOT use envelopes:• that are damaged, curled, wrinkled or an unusual shape• that are extremely shin
Loading paper and documents152Labels 2The machine will print on most types of labels designed for use with a laser machine. Labels should have an adhe
iBrother numbersIMPORTANTFor technical help, you must call the country where you bought the machine. Calls must be made from within that country. Regi
Chapter 216Unprintable area when printing from a computer 2When using the default driver the printable area is smaller than the paper size, as shown b
Loading paper and documents172Loading plain paper in the paper tray 2a Unfold the output paper tray support flap (1). b Pull the paper tray completely
Chapter 218Loading envelopes or other media in the multi-purpose tray (MP tray)2Use the MP tray when printing envelopes, labels, and thick paper.Befor
Loading paper and documents192Loading documents 2You can make copies, and scan from the ADF (automatic document feeder) and from the scanner glass.Usi
Chapter 220Using the scanner glass 2You can use the scanner glass to scan or copy the pages of a book or one page at a time. Documents can be up to 8.
2133Paper settings 3Paper type 3Set up the machine for the type of paper you are using. This will give you the best print quality.a Do one of the foll
Chapter 322Tray use in copy mode 3You can change the priority tray that the machine will use for printing copies.When you choose Tray#1 Only, MP Only
General setup233Volume settings 3Beeper volume 3When the beeper is on, the machine will beep when you press a key or make a mistake. You can choose a
Chapter 324Sleep time 3Setting the sleep time reduces power consumption by turning off the fuser while the machine is idle. You can choose how long th
2544Security 4Secure Function Lock 4Secure Function Lock lets you restrict Public access to certain machine functions (Copy, Scan and Print).This feat
iiService Center Locator (USA only)For the location of a Brother authorized service center, call 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437) Service Center Locatio
Chapter 426Setting up the Public user 4You can set up the Public user. Public users do not need to enter a password.NoteYou must disable at least one
Security features274Turning Secure Function Lock on/off 4If you enter the wrong password when following the instructions below, the LCD will show Wron
Chapter 428
Section IICopy IIMaking copies 30
305How to copy 5LCD display for Copy mode 5 1 Contrast2Quality3 Copy ratio4 Tray selection5 Number of copies6 BrightnessMaking a single copy 5a Load y
Making copies315Copy options (temporary settings)5When you want to quickly change the copy settings temporarily for the next copy, use the temporary C
Chapter 532Enlarging or reducing the image copied 5You can choose the following enlargement or reduction ratios:Custom(25-400%) allows you to enter a
Making copies335Making N in 1 copies (page layout) 5You can reduce the amount of paper used when copying by using the N in 1 copy feature. This allows
Chapter 534If you are copying from the scanner glass:5Insert your document face down in the direction shown below: 2 in 1 (P) 2 in 1 (L) 4 in 1 (
Making copies355 2 sided i 1 sidedPortrait Landscape a Load your document.b Use the numeric keys to enter the number of copies (up to 99).c Press Dup
iiiOrdering accessories and supplies For best quality results use only genuine Brother accessories, which are available at most Brother retailers. If
Chapter 536d Press a or b to select 2sided i 1sided or 1sided i 2sided. Press OK. Duplex Advanceda2sided i 1sidedb1sided i 2sidedSelect ab or OKe Pres
Making copies375Contrast 5Adjust the contrast to help an image look sharper and more vivid.To temporarily change the contrast setting, follow the step
Chapter 538Tray selection 5You can change the tray use only for the next copy.a Load your document.b Use the numeric keys to enter the number of copie
Section IIIWalk-up printing IIIPrinting photos from a digital camera 40Printing data from a USB flash memory drive44
406 Your Brother machine supports the PictBridge standard, allowing you to connect to and print photos directly from any PictBridge compatible digital
Printing photos from a digital camera416b To set the PictBridge settings, press a or b to choose 1.Paper Size, 2.Orientation, 3.Date & Time, 4.Fil
Chapter 642CAUTION To prevent damage to your machine, DO NOT connect any device other than a digital camera or USB flash memory drive to the USB direc
Printing photos from a digital camera436Understanding the error messages6Once you are familiar with the types of errors that can occur while you are u
447With the direct print feature, you do not need a computer to print data. You can print by just plugging your USB flash memory drive into the machin
Printing data from a USB flash memory drive457Printing data directly from the USB flash memory drive7a Connect your USB flash memory drive to the USB
ivNotice - Disclaimer of Warranties (USA and Canada)BROTHER’S LICENSOR(S), AND THEIR DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS (COLLECTIVELY BROTHER’
Chapter 746CAUTION To prevent damage to your machine, DO NOT connect any device other than a digital camera or USB flash memory drive to the USB direc
Section IVSoftware IVSoftware and network features 48
488The User’s Guide on the CD-ROM includes the Software User’s Guide and Network User’s Guide for features available when connected to a computer (for
Section VAppendixes VSafety and legal 50Option 60Troubleshooting and routine maintenance 64Menu and features 149Specifications 162Glossary 172
50AChoosing a location APlace your machine on a flat, stable surface that is free of vibration and shocks. Put the machine near a standard, grounded A
Safety and legal51ATo use the machine safely APlease keep these instructions for later reference and read them before attempting any maintenance.WARNI
52CAUTION Lightning and power surges can damage this product! We recommend that you use a quality surge protection device on the AC power line or unpl
Safety and legal53AWARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen using your equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the ri
54Important information AFederal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (USA only) Adeclares, that the productsProduct Name: DCP-90
Safety and legal55AIndustry Canada Compliance Statement (Canada only) AThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES–003. Cet appareil n
vBrother® Color Laser One-Year On-Site Limited Warranty (USA only)Who is covered: This limited warranty (“warranty”) is givenonly to the original end
56FDA regulations AU.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has implemented regulations for laser products manufactured on and after August 2, 1976. Co
Safety and legal57A8 This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounded plug. This plug will only fit into a grounded power outlet. This is a safety feat
58Legal limitations for copying AColor reproductions of certain documents are illegal and many result in either criminal or civil liability. This memo
Safety and legal59ATrademarks AThe Brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.Brother is a registered trademark of Brother Indu
60BOption BThis machine has the following optional accessory. You can increase the capabilities of the machine with this item.Option BLower tray unit
Option61BOptional paper tray BOrder Number: LT-100CLAn optional lower tray can be installed, and it can hold up to 500 sheets of 20 lb (80 g/m2) paper
62e For Windows® users:Go to Start > Control Panel > Printers and Faxes. Right-click on your printer icon and choose Properties. Choose the Acce
Option63BNote• There might be some SO-DIMMs that will not work with the machine.• For more information, call Brother Customer Service. Installing extr
64CTroubleshooting CIMPORTANTFor technical help, you must call the country where you bought the machine. Calls must be made from within that country.
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance65CPrinting difficultiesDifficulties SuggestionsNo printout. Check that the machine is plugged in and the pow
viBrother® Color Laser One-Year On-Site Limited Warranty (USA only)What Brother will do:If the problem reported concerning yourMachine and/or accompa
66Scanning difficultiesDifficulties SuggestionsTWAIN errors appear while scanning.Make sure that the Brother TWAIN driver is chosen as the primary sou
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance67CPrint quality difficultiesDifficulties SuggestionsPrinted pages are curled. Low quality thin or thick pape
68The network scanning feature does not work.The network printing feature does not work.(For Windows® only) The firewall setting on your PC may be rej
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance69CThe network scanning feature does not work.The network printing feature does not work.(continued)For Windows
70Improving the print quality CIf you have a print quality problem, print a test page first (Menu, 3, 2, 3). If the printout looks good, the problem i
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance71CColored streaks or bands down the page One of the toner cartridges may be damaged. Replace the toner cartr
72Colored spots at 2.95 in. (75 mm) a Dust, paper powder, glue, and so on may stick to the surface of the photosensitive drum (OPC) and cause black or
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance73CGhost Make sure that you use paper that meets our specifications. Rough-surfaced paper or thick paper may
74Color misregistration Make sure that the drum unit is installed properly. (See Replacing the drum unit on page 122.) Make sure that the belt unit
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance75CMissing image at edge Make sure that the toner cartridges are installed properly. (See Replacing a toner c
viiBROTHER LASER PRINTER / MULTIFUNCTION CENTER® / FAX ON-SITE WARRANTY (Canada only)For a limited on-site warranty of 1 year labour and parts from th
76Offset image Check the machine’s environment. Conditions such as high temperatures and high humidity can cause this problem. (See Choosing a locat
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance77CCurled or wave Make sure that you choose the proper media type in the printer driver or in the machine’s P
78Envelope creases a Open the back cover.b Pull down the two gray levers, one on the left-hand side and one on the right-hand side to the envelope pos
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance79CWhite lines or ribbing down the page on duplex print NotePosition B is only for duplex printing with recycle
80Toner scatter or toner stain on the edge of duplex pages CAUTION We recommend that you place the drum unit and toner cartridges on a clean, flat sur
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance81CError and maintenance messages CAs with any sophisticated office product, error and maintenance messages may
82Change PartsPF Kit MPIt is time to replace the paper feeding kit for the MP tray.Call your Brother dealer to purchase the PF Kit MP.Change PartsPF K
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance83CInit Unable XX The machine has a mechanical problem.Turn off the machine’s power switch and then turn it on
84Print Unable XX The machine has a mechanical problem.Turn off the machine’s power switch and then turn it on again. If the error message continues l
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance85CToner Life EndReplace Black(K)Toner Cartridge.11The toner cartridge colour which is used up is shown in the
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