DYMO LabelWriter for Mac Free DYMO Mac OS X 10.4 Intel/PPC, Mac OS X 10.5 Intel/PPC, Mac OS X 10.6/10.7 Version 8.3.1.1533 Full Specs Average User Rating. Oct 28, 2018 I had the same problem with my HP Laserjet and got assistance in getting it working by following these steps: let's try adding an alternate print driver using Apple Software Update, here is how to do it: 1.) Connect the printer using a USB cable. 2.) Download and install HP Printer Drivers v5.1 for OS X. Apparently, the USB 3.0 issue affects earlier Dymo machines as well. My Labelmaker 400 Turbo was not recognizable after swapping out a USB 2.0 hub for a new USB 3.0 unit. After pulling out Mac ver. 8.52 software, replacing it w/8.53, it still was not responding (El Capitan, Ver.
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Device will not power on
When you press the power button, your DYMO LabelWriter 450 does not turn on.
Device is not plugged in
Check that your LabelWriter is properly receiving power by making sure the power adapter is plugged in all the way into the back of the device.
Device is loose in wall jack
Check to make sure that your device is inserted all the way into the wall jack. The power adapter that comes with the LabelWriter ends in a large box, so it is possible that it may have come loose in the wall jack.
Device will not connect to the computer
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Your computer will not recognize your DYMO LabelWriter 450.
USB cable is not the correct type
First, make sure you have a USB Type A to USB Type B cable (it comes included with your LabelWriter). The LabelWriter requires a USB Type B cable, so if you have misplaced the cable that came in the box, you will need to get another one.
USB cable is not properly inserted
Second, make sure the cable is securely inserted into the correct ports on both the device and your computer by inserting each end of the cable until they will not go any further.
Computer does not have the correct drivers
If your LabelWriter will still not connect to your computer, try downloading the corresponding drivers from the DYMO website by searching for 'DYMO LabelWriter 450' and clicking Support on its DYMO device page.
Poor print quality
Your DYMO LabelWriter 450 is printing faded labels or missing letters on the labels entirely.
3rd party labels
Labels that are not made by DYMO may not work with your LabelWriter. 3rd party labels may have different thermal sensitivity than DYMO labels, and the perforated holes on 3rd party labels may not be recognizable by the device. Make sure your labels are genuine DYMO LabelWriter brand labels.
Dirty print head
To clean the print head, first remove the label roll by lifting the lid and pressing the black-and-white eject button on the right-hand side of the device. Clean the print head and the bottom of the label roll with a small, soft brush or cotton swab.
Old or defective labels
It is also possible that the label roll in the device is old, or has become defective. To check for a defective roll, insert a different roll from a new box. If the new roll produces a print with no problems, it means that the old roll was old or defective.
Device does not respond to input
Your DYMO LabelWriter 450 is frozen, and will not respond to input and will not print.
Device is not responding
First, you can try unplugging the LabelWriter from the computer and the wall, waiting 10 seconds, and plugging it back in. It is possible that your LabelWriter is overloaded, and a restart of the device will solve the problem.
Software is unresponsive
Second, you can check your computer to see if the DYMO Label software is responding properly. To check if the software is responding, you can bring up the Task Manager (CTRL+ALT+DEL, or CTRL+Shift+ESC on Windows 10) on Windows or Force Quit (CMD+Option+ESC) on Mac. If the Label software is not responding, you can wait for it to start responding again, or quit the program and reopen it.
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Computer is not recognizing device
It is also possible that your computer is not recognizing the LabelWriter. If you are certain that you have the correct drivers for the device installed on your computer, restarting the computer may solve this problem.
Labels are cut off
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Your DYMO LabelWriter 450 is printing misaligned letters, and cutting off labels at the wrong points.
Preset size in software is incorrect
In the DYMO Label software, go to Preset Printing Sizes, and make sure your printing settings are matching the paper you currently have in your LabelWriter.
LabelWriter prints one or more blank, extra labels
Your DYMO LabelWriter 450 is releasing one or more blank, extra labels in between correctly printed labels as well as when the Feed Button is pressed. (Also applies to LabelWriter® 450 Twin Turbo).
Sensor Issue
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This is typically an issue with the LabelWriter’s label sensor. Many users that have had this particular issue have had success in resolving it by simply reseating the sensor’s ribbon cable where it connects to the motherboard.
(updated 02/13/2020)
Your LabelWriter printer should offer years of trouble-free printing with very little maintenance. However, in the event that you encounter a problem, this article offers suggestions for resolving problems that can occur when using the printer. If you are unable to solve a problem, try our complete list of LabelWriter Technical Articles, call us or contact DYMO Technical Support.
Status Light
The status light visually shows the current state of the printer:
- Solid Blue = Power is on and printer is ready.
- Dimmed Blue = Printer is in power saving mode.
- Flashing Blue = Labels are not loaded properly or the label roll is empty.
Performing a Printer Self-Test
If you experience problems with broken characters or other print quality issues, perform a printer self-test. The self-test verifies that all elements of the print head and printing mechanism are in working condition.
To perform a self-test
1. With a roll of labels in the printer, press and hold the form-feed button on the front of the printer for five to ten seconds. The printer begins printing vertical lines along the width of the printer. The test pattern automatically changes every 3/4 inch (19 mm).
2. Once the self-test begins, release the form-feed button.
3. To stop the self-test, press and release the form-feed button.
Clearing Label Jams
To clear labels that have become jammed in the printer:
1. Tear off any labels that have already fed through the printer.
2. Press the label release lever forward and pull the jammed label out of the label feed slot.
Correcting Poor Print Quality
Poor print quality is most frequently caused by one of the following:
- An old roll of labels
- Labels made by a manufacturer other than DYMO
- Labels where the thermal coating has been compromised
- A dirty print head
First, make sure you are using LABELCITY-branded labels or DYMO-branded labels. Do not use third-party labels because the thermal coating on other labels has a different sensitivity than LABELCITY / DYMO-branded labels. Also, the perforated holes between the labels made by other manufacturers are frequently not detectable by LabelWriter printers.
If the print quality becomes faint, small dots of white appear scattered through the printed characters, or light and dark patches of printing appear, you are probably using a faulty roll of labels. Try using a different roll from a fresh box. If the second roll prints correctly, the problem is with the first roll of labels.
Another possibility is that the LabelWriter print head needs cleaning. Cleaning the label path with a LabelWriter cleaning card is simple and Labelcity stocks Dymo Cleaning Cards.
Labels Do Not Feed Correctly
If your labels do not feed correctly, check the following:
- Make sure your labels are loaded properly and that the left edge of the label is aligned with the left edge of the label feed slot. See our article titled How To Load A Roll Of Labels Into Your Dymo LabelWriter
Make sure you are using LABELCITY-branded or DYMO-branded labels. The perforated holes between the labels made by other manufacturers are frequently not detectable by DYMO printers. When the perforations are not detected, the labels will not feed correctly. Using third-party labels may also void your warranty.
Printer Does Not Print or Stops Printing
If your printer does not print or stops printing while in use, follow the steps below to track down the problem.
1. Make sure the printer is still getting power and that the power cable has not been disconnected. If the status light on the front of the printer is not lit, check to make sure the power cable is plugged in, and that your power strip is working. To make sure the problem is not with the outlet or power strip, try plugging something else into the wall outlet and power strip.
2. Confirm that the printer is feeding labels properly by pushing the form feed button while the printer is on. If the labels are jammed, the status light will blink. Refer to 'Clearing Label Jams' above.
3. Make sure that your USB cable has not come loose from the back of your printer or from your computer. Refer to the installation instructions in the Quick Start Guide to make sure the cable is connected properly.
4. (Windows) Check that your LabelWriter printer driver is installed correctly. The LabelWriter printer driver takes print data from your software and directs it to the LabelWriter printer. The driver is automatically installed when you install the software that comes with your printer. However, the driver may have been changed or deleted by mistake.
- From the Start menu, choose Printers and Faxes.
- Right-click the LabelWriter printer icon, and then choose Properties.
- From the Properties dialog box, click Printing Preferences.
- From the Preferences dialog box, click Advanced.
- The Advanced dialog box appears. If no errors are displayed the Advanced dialog box, the printer driver is installed correctly. If you are still having problems after checking the above items, contact Customer Service
Your LabelWriter printer should offer years of trouble-free printing with very little maintenance. However, in the event that you encounter a problem, this article offers suggestions for resolving problems that can occur when using the printer. If you are unable to solve a problem, try our complete list of LabelWriter Technical Articles, call us or contact DYMO Technical Support.
Status Light
The status light visually shows the current state of the printer:
- Solid Blue = Power is on and printer is ready.
- Dimmed Blue = Printer is in power saving mode.
- Flashing Blue = Labels are not loaded properly or the label roll is empty.
Performing a Printer Self-Test
If you experience problems with broken characters or other print quality issues, perform a printer self-test. The self-test verifies that all elements of the print head and printing mechanism are in working condition.
To perform a self-test
1. With a roll of labels in the printer, press and hold the form-feed button on the front of the printer for five to ten seconds. The printer begins printing vertical lines along the width of the printer. The test pattern automatically changes every 3/4 inch (19 mm).
2. Once the self-test begins, release the form-feed button.
3. To stop the self-test, press and release the form-feed button.
Clearing Label Jams
To clear labels that have become jammed in the printer:
1. Tear off any labels that have already fed through the printer.
2. Press the label release lever forward and pull the jammed label out of the label feed slot.
Correcting Poor Print Quality
Poor print quality is most frequently caused by one of the following:
- An old roll of labels
- Labels made by a manufacturer other than DYMO
- Labels where the thermal coating has been compromised
- A dirty print head
First, make sure you are using LABELCITY-branded labels or DYMO-branded labels. Do not use third-party labels because the thermal coating on other labels has a different sensitivity than LABELCITY / DYMO-branded labels. Also, the perforated holes between the labels made by other manufacturers are frequently not detectable by LabelWriter printers.
If the print quality becomes faint, small dots of white appear scattered through the printed characters, or light and dark patches of printing appear, you are probably using a faulty roll of labels. Try using a different roll from a fresh box. If the second roll prints correctly, the problem is with the first roll of labels.
Another possibility is that the LabelWriter print head needs cleaning. Cleaning the label path with a LabelWriter cleaning card is simple and Labelcity stocks Dymo Cleaning Cards.
Labels Do Not Feed Correctly
If your labels do not feed correctly, check the following:
- Make sure your labels are loaded properly and that the left edge of the label is aligned with the left edge of the label feed slot. See our article titled How To Load A Roll Of Labels Into Your Dymo LabelWriter
Make sure you are using LABELCITY-branded or DYMO-branded labels. The perforated holes between the labels made by other manufacturers are frequently not detectable by DYMO printers. When the perforations are not detected, the labels will not feed correctly. Using third-party labels may also void your warranty.
Printer Does Not Print or Stops Printing
If your printer does not print or stops printing while in use, follow the steps below to track down the problem.
1. Make sure the printer is still getting power and that the power cable has not been disconnected. If the status light on the front of the printer is not lit, check to make sure the power cable is plugged in, and that your power strip is working. To make sure the problem is not with the outlet or power strip, try plugging something else into the wall outlet and power strip.
2. Confirm that the printer is feeding labels properly by pushing the form feed button while the printer is on. If the labels are jammed, the status light will blink. Refer to 'Clearing Label Jams' above.
3. Make sure that your USB cable has not come loose from the back of your printer or from your computer. Refer to the installation instructions in the Quick Start Guide to make sure the cable is connected properly.
4. (Windows) Check that your LabelWriter printer driver is installed correctly. The LabelWriter printer driver takes print data from your software and directs it to the LabelWriter printer. The driver is automatically installed when you install the software that comes with your printer. However, the driver may have been changed or deleted by mistake.
- From the Start menu, choose Printers and Faxes.
- Right-click the LabelWriter printer icon, and then choose Properties.
- From the Properties dialog box, click Printing Preferences.
- From the Preferences dialog box, click Advanced.
- The Advanced dialog box appears. If no errors are displayed the Advanced dialog box, the printer driver is installed correctly. If you are still having problems after checking the above items, contact Customer Service