CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) — Question 545

A user is experiencing an issue with a network printer. The technician tests the printer and notices shadows on some of the attempted test prints, with others having a line down the page and faded text. Which of the following should the technician replace to resolve the printer issue?

Answer options

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, the fuser assembly, as it is responsible for bonding the toner to the paper, and issues like faded text and lines can indicate a malfunctioning fuser. The printhead (A) primarily affects inkjet printers, while pickup rollers (C) and carriage belts (D) are less likely to cause the specific problems described.