ML-2525W Series Mono Laser Printer User’s Guide imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing a Samsung product.
copyright © 2009 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. This user’s guide is provided for information purposes only. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages, arising from or related to use of this user’s guide. • • • • Samsung and Samsung logo are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
contents COPYRIGHT 2 CONTENTS 3 7 11 18 20 Safety information Regulatory information About this user’s guide Features of your new product INTRODUCTION 22 Machine overview Front view Rear view Control panel overview Understanding the control panel LEDs Buttons 22 GETTING STARTED 27 24 25 27 27 27 28 28 31 NETWORK SETUP 33 33 33 33 35 37 Setting up the hardware Location Printing a demo page Supplied software System requirements Windows Macintosh Linux Installing USB connected machine’s dri
contents Using SyncThru Web Service WIRELESS NETWORK SETUP 39 39 40 44 46 46 BASIC SETUP 47 MEDIA AND TRAY 49 47 47 47 48 49 49 50 51 53 PRINTING 54 54 54 54 Using a wireless network Choosing your network connection How to print a network configuration report IP addresses Wireless network name and Network Key Installing a wireless network with cables.
contents 55 56 56 59 59 59 59 60 MANAGEMENT TOOLS 62 62 62 63 63 MAINTENANCE 66 66 66 66 67 67 Canceling a print job Opening printing preferences Using a favorite setting Using help Using special print features Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paper Printing posters Printing booklets (Manual) Printing on both sides of paper (Manual) Change percentage of your document Fitting your document to a selected paper size Using watermarks Using overlay Advanced Options Changing the default print
contents TROUBLESHOOTING 68 68 68 69 69 71 SUPPLIES 78 SPECIFICATIONS 80 Redistributing toner Tips for avoiding paper curls Tips for avoiding paper jams Clearing paper jams In tray In the manual tray Inside the machine In exit area Solving other problems Power problems Paper feeding problems Printing problems Printing quality problems Common Windows problems Common Linux problems Common Macintosh problems 78 78 78 78 How to purchase Available supplies Available maintenance parts Replacing the toner
safety information These warnings and precautions are included in order to prevent injury to you and others, as well as preventing any potential damage to your machine. Be sure to read and understand all of these instructions before using the machine. Use common sense for operating any electrical appliance and whenever using your machine. Also, follow all warnings and instructions marked on the machine and in the accompanying literature.
If the machine gets overheated, it releases smoke, makes strange noises, or generates an odd odor, immediately turn off the power switch and unplug the machine. Ź This could result in electric shock or fire. Caution During an electrical storm or for a period of non-operation, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet. Ź This could result in electric shock or fire. If the plug does not easily enter the electrical outlet, do not attempt to force it in.
INSTALLATION / MOVING Warning Do not place the machine in an area with dust, humidity or water leaks. Ź This could result in electric shock or fire. Caution When moving the machine, turn the power off and disconnect all cords; then lift the machine with at least two people. Ź The machine could fall, causing human injury or machine damage. Do not put a cover over the machine or place it in an airtight location, such as a closet. Ź If the machine is not well-ventilated, this could result in fire.
Keep the power cable and the contact surface of the plug clean from dust or water. Ź This could result in electric shock or fire. To clean and operate the machine, strictly follow the user's guide provided with the machine. Ź Otherwise, it can cause damage to the machine. Do not remove any covers or guards that are fastened with screws. Ź The machine should only be repaired by Samsung service technician. SUPPLY USAGE Caution Do not disassemble the toner cartridge. Ź Toner dust can be dangerous to humans.
regulatory information This machine is certified with several regulatory statements. LASER SAFETY STATEMENT The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR, chapter 1 Subchapter J for Class I(1) laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the requirements of IEC 825. Class I laser products are not considered to be hazardous.
CHINA ONLY CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT (WASTE ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household wastes at the end of its working life.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15 Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Band, may be present (embedded) in your printer system. This section is only applicable if these devices are present. Refer to the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices.
Important warning: You must earth this machine. The wires in the mains lead have the following color code: • Green and Yellow: Earth • Blue: Neutral • Brown: Live If the wires in the mains lead do not match the colors marked in your plug, do the following: You must connect the green and yellow wire to the pin marked by the letter “E” or by the safety ‘Earth symbol’ or colored green and yellow or green. You must connect the blue wire to the pin which is marked with the letter “N” or colored black.
U.K. • EEA/EFTA countries : Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland European States with restrictions on use: • • EU : In France, the frequency range is restricted to 2446.5-2483.5 MHz for devices above 10 mW transmitting power such as wireless EEA/EFTA countries : No limitations at this time REGULATORY COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS Wireless Guidance Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.
5. Products derived from this software may not be called "OpenSSL" nor may "OpenSSL" appear in their names without prior written permission of the OpenSSL Project. 6. Redistributions of any form whatsoever must retain the following acknowledgment: "This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/)".
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about this user’s guide This user’s guide provides information about how to use the machine. Both novice and professional users can refer to this as a guide for installing and using the machine. • • • • • Read the safety information before using the machine. If you have a problem using the machine, refer to the troubleshooting chapter. (See "Troubleshooting" on page 30.) Terms used in this user’s guide are explained in the glossary chapter. (See "Glossary" on page 47.
FINDING MORE INFORMATION You can find information for setting up and using your machine from the following resources, either as a print-out or on screen. MATERIAL NAME DESCRIPTION Quick Install Guide This guide provides information on setting up your machine and this requires that you follow the instructions in the guide to prepare the machine.
features of your new product Your new machine is equipped with a number of special features that improve the quality of the documents you print. SPECIAL FEATURES Print with excellent quality and speed IPv6 • This machine supports IPv6. • You can print with a resolution of up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi effective output. Your machine prints A4-sized paper at up to 24 ppm and letter-sized paper at 24 ppm.
FEATURES BY MODEL The machine is designed to support all of your document needs from printing to more advanced networking solutions for your business. Features by model include: FEATURES ML-2525W SERIES Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Ɣ Network Interface Ethernet 10/100 BaseTX wired LAN Ɣ Network Interface 802.
introduction 1. This chapter gives you an overview of your machine: This chapter includes: • • • Machine overview Control panel overview Understanding the control panel MACHINE OVERVIEW Front view This illustration may differ from your machine depending on its model.
Rear view 1 Rear cover 3 USB port 2 Network Port 4 Power receptacle Introduction_ 19
CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW 1 Wireless Shows the status of wireless network. When the LED on, the machine is ready. (See "LEDs" on page 21.) 2 Online/Error Shows the status of your machine. (See "LEDs" on page 21.) Demo print Prints a demo page. (See "Buttons" on page 21.) 4 Cancel Stops an operation at any time and there are more functions. (See "Understanding the control panel" on page 21.) 5 Power You can turn the power on and off with this button.
UNDERSTANDING THE CONTROL PANEL Samsung does not recommend using non-genuine Samsung toner cartridge such as one that is refilled or remanufactured. Samsung cannot guarantee a non-genuine Samsung toner cartridge's quality. Service or repair required as a result of using non-genuine Samsung toner cartridges will not be covered under the machine warranty. LEDs The color of the LEDs indicates the machine's current status.
(Power button) This button must be used to turn the machine on/off. Turning on the machine 1. Plug in the power cord. 2. Press (power) on the control panel. If you want to turn the power off, press and hold this button for 1 second.
getting started 2. This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the USB connected machine and software. This chapter includes: • • • Setting up the hardware Printing a demo page Supplied software SETTING UP THE HARDWARE This section shows the steps to set up the hardware, as is explained in the Quick Install Guide.
OS Macintosh • • • • Linux • CONTENTS • • • • Printer Driver: Use this driver to take full advantage of your machine’s features. Smart Panel: This program allows you to monitor the machine’s status and alerts you when an error occurs during printing. Printer Settings Utility: This program allows you to set up printer’s other options from your computer desktop. SetIP: Use this program to set your machine’s TCP/IP addresses.
Windows You can install the machine software using the typical or custom method. The following steps below are recommended for most users who use a machine directly connected to your computer. All components necessary for machine operations will be installed. 1. Make sure that the machine is connected to the computer and powered on. 4. Read License Agreement, and select I accept the terms of the License Agreement. Then, click Next.
To verify your machine’s IP address, print a network configuration report. (See "Printing a machine report" on page 28.) - Search by network path: To find a shared machine (UNC Path), enter the shared name manually or find a shared printer by clicking the Browse button. Then click Next. • Help If your machine is not connected to the computer or network, This help button gives detailed information about the how to connect the machine. 5. The searched machines will be shown on the screen.
administrator. c) Click the icon at the bottom of the desktop. When the Terminal screen appears, type in: [root@localhost root]#cd /opt/Samsung/mfp/uninstall/ [root@localhost uninstall]#./uninstall.sh d) Click Uninstall. e) Click Next. f) Click Finish. 6. When the welcome screen appears, click Next. SHARING YOUR MACHINE LOCALLY 7. When the installation is complete, click Finish.
Setting up a client computer 1. Install your printer driver. (See "Installing USB connected machine’s driver" on page 24, "Installing network connected machine’s driver" on page 31.) 2. Click the Windows Start menu. 3. Select All programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer. 4. Enter the IP address of the host computer in the address bar and press Enter in your keyboard. In case host computer requires User name and Password, fill in User ID and password of the host computer account. 5.
network setup 3. This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the wired network connected machine and software. This chapter includes: • • • Network environment Introducing useful network programs Using a wired network • • Installing network connected machine’s driver IPv6 Configuration • to various network environments. Customize machine settings. (See "Using SyncThru™ Web Service" on page 24.
Setting IP address Firstly, you have to set up an IP address for network printing and managements. In most cases a new IP address will be automatically assigned by a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server located on the network. In a few situations the IP address must be set manually. This is called a static IP and is often required in corporate Intranets for security reasons.
For example, 00:15:99:29:51:A8 becomes 0015992951A8. IP Address: Enter a new IP address for your printer. For example, if your computer’s IP address is 192.168.1.150, enter 192.168.1.X. (X is number between 1 and 254 other than the computer’s address.) • Subnet Mask: Enter a Subnet Mask. • Default Gateway: Enter a Default Gateway. 6. Select Apply, then OK, and OK again. The printer will automatically print the configuration report. Confirm that all the settings are correct. Quit Safari.
The program searches the machine. If your machine is not found in the network or locally, the following window will appear. 8. To register as a user of the machine in order to receive information from Samsung, click On-line Registration. You are now registered to the Samsung web site. 9. Click Finish. • • After the driver setup, you may enable firewall. If the printer driver does not work properly, follow the steps below to repair or reinstall the driver.
Your machine appears on the Printer List, and is set as the default machine. 18. Click Add. If the printer driver does not work properly, uninstall the driver and reinstall it. Follow steps below to uninstall the driver for Macintosh. a) Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on. b) Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive. c) Double-click CD-ROM icon that appears on your Macintosh desktop. d) Double-click the MAC_Installer folder.
Installing printer driver Driver installation for network printer in IPv6 network environment is same as TCP/IPv4. (See "Installing network connected machine’s driver" on page 31.) Select TCP/IP Port and when the list of machines are displayed, simply select your machine's IPv6 address. Using SyncThru Web Service 1. Start a web browser such as Internet Explorer that supports IPv6 addressing as a URL . 2.
wireless network setup 4. This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the wireless network connected machine and software. This chapter includes: • • • • • Using a wireless network Setting a wireless network with USB cable Setting a wireless network with network cable For more information about network environmentS network programs and Installing network connected machine’s driver, refer to following chapters. • See "Network environment" on page 29.
• With a network cable: You can set up a wireless network using the SyncThru™ Web Service program. (See "Setting a wireless network with network cable" on page 6.) SETTING A WIRELESS NETWORK WITH USB CABLE Refer to your network administrator, or the person that set up your wireless network, for information about your network configuration.
13. After the installation is finished, a window appears asking you to print a test page and to register yourself as a user of Samsung Printers in order to receive information from Samsung. If you desire, select the corresponding checkbox(es) and click Finish. Installing the machine on a wireless network with an Access Point (Windows) Preparing items Ensure you have next items ready.
12. Select the components to be installed. After selecting the components, you can also change the machine name, set the machine to be shared on the network, set the machine as the default machine, and change the port name of each machine. Click Next. 13. After the installation is finished, a window appears asking you to print a test page and to register yourself as a user of Samsung Printers in order to receive information from Samsung. If you desire, select the corresponding checkbox(es) and click Finish.
• • Wireless network printer (your machine) USB cable Creating the infrastructure network in Macintosh When items are ready, follow the next procedure: 1. Check whether the USB cable is connected to the machine. 2. Turn on your computer, access point and machine. 3. Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive. 4. Double-click the CD-ROM icon that appears on your Macintosh desktop. 5. Double-click the MAC_Installer folder. 6. Double-click the Installer OS X icon. 7.
Troubleshooting Setting IP address Printer Not Found • • • Your computer or machine may not turned on. Turn on your computer or machine. USB cable is not connected between your computer and machine. Connect machine to your computer using USB cable. The machine does not support wireless network. Check the machine manual and prepare wireless network machine. Connecting Failure - Not Found SSID • • The machine is unable to search network name (SSID) which is selected or entered name form you.
5. Enter the machine’s new information into the configuration window as follows. In a corporate intranet, you may need to have this information assigned by a network manager before proceeding. • IP Address: Enter a new IP address for your printer. For example, if your computer’s IP address is 192.168.1.150, enter 192.168.1.X. (X is number between 1 and 254 other than the computer’s address.) • Subnet Mask: Enter a Subnet Mask. • Default Gateway: Enter a Default Gateway. 6.
RESETTING FACTORY DEFAULT VALUES 5. Select the one Network Name(SSID) in the list. Should it become necessary to reset the Samsung printer to its factory default settings please use the following steps. Connect the printer to your network, or you may connect the printer directly to a computer using the special network cable. If you cannot connect the printer to a computer from its former network it must be temporarily assigned to a new Ad-Hoc network to access the SyncThru web page.
basic setup 5. After installation is complete, you may want to set the machine’s default settings. Refer to the next section if you would like to set or change values. This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the machine. This chapter includes: • • Altitude adjustment Setting the default tray and paper • ALTITUDE ADJUSTMENT Changing font setting • For Windows Server 2008 R2, select Control Panel > Hardware > Devices and Printers. 3. Right-click your machine. 4.
3. Click Setting > Power Save. Select the appropriate value from the dropdown list, and then click Apply. CHANGING FONT SETTING Your machine has preset font setting depending on your region or country. If you want to change the font or set the font for special condition, such as the DOS environment, you can change the font setting as follows: 1. Ensure that you have installed the printer driver with the provided Printer Software CD.
media and tray 6. This chapter provides information on how to load print media into your machine. This chapter includes: • • • • • Selecting print media Changing the tray size Loading paper in the tray SELECTING PRINT MEDIA MODE You can print on a variety of print media, such as plain paper, envelopes, labels, and transparencies. Always use print media that meet the guidelines for use with your machine.
2. Flex or fan the edge of the paper stack to separate the pages before loading papers. Insert the paper into the tray. LOADING PAPER IN THE TRAY Tray 1 1. Pull out the paper tray . And adjust the tray size to the media size you are loading. (See "Changing the tray size" on page 11.) 2. Flex or fan the edge of the paper stack to separate the pages before loading papers. 3. After inserting paper into the tray, adjust the support guide so that it lightly touches the paper stack. 3.
Manual tray PRINTING ON SPECIAL MEDIA The manual tray can hold special sizes and types of print material, such as postcards, note cards, and envelopes. It is useful for single page printing on letterhead or colored paper. The table below shows the available special media for each tray. When using special media, we recommend you feed one paper at a time. Check the maximum input number of media for each tray. (See "Print media specifications" on page 44.
Envelope Successful printing on envelopes depends upon the quality of the envelopes. To print an envelope, the stamp area is on the left side and the end of the envelope with the stamp area enters the printer first and center of the manual tray. • • and strips might cause wrinkling, creasing, or jams, and may even damage the fuser. For the best print quality, position margins no closer than 15 mm from the edges of the envelope. Avoid printing over the area where the envelope’s seams meet.
• • Do not run a sheet of labels through the machine more than once. The adhesive backing is designed for only a single pass through the machine. Do not use labels that are separating from the backing sheet or are wrinkled, bubbled, or otherwise damaged. Photo • Make sure not to use the inkjet photo paper with this machine. It could cause damage to the machine. Glossy Load one paper to the manual tray at a time, glossy side facing up.
printing 7. This chapter explains common printing tasks. This chapter includes: • • • • • • • • • • Printer driver features Basic printing Opening printing preferences Using help Using special print features BASIC PRINTING The procedures in this chapter are mainly based on Windows XP. INTRODUCING USEFUL SOFTWARE PROGRAM Samsung AnyWeb Print Your machine allows you to print from various Windows, Macintosh, or Linux applications.
To take advantage of the printer features provided by your printer driver, click Properties or Preferences in the application’s Print window to change the print setting. (See "Opening printing preferences" on page 17.) 4. Click Properties or Preferences. 4. To start the print job, click OK or Print in the Print window. If you are using Windows Internet Explorer, the Samsung AnyWeb Print too will save your time for screen-captured images or printing the image.
USING HELP Click the question mark from the upper-right corner of the window and click on any option you want to know about. Then a pop up window appears with information about that option's feature which is provided from the driver. If you want to search information via a keyword, click the Samsung tab in the Printing Preferences window, and enter a keyword in the input line of the Help option. To get information about supplies, driver update or registration and so on, click appropriate buttons.
• We recommend not to print on both sides of the special media, such as labels, envelopesS or thick paper to print on both sides of paper. It may cause a paper jam or damage the machine. • The Double-Sided Printing (Manual) feature is available only for the tray 1. 1. To change the print settings from your software application, access Printing Preferences. (See "Opening printing preferences" on page 17.) 2. Click the Advanced tab. 3.
8. The file is not printed. Instead, it is stored on your computer hard disk drive. 6. When you have finished editing, click OK or Print until you exit the Print window. To stop printing the watermark, select None from the Watermark drop-down list. The overlay document size must be the same as the document you print with the overlay. Do not create an overlay with a watermark. Editing a watermark Using a page overlay 1.
• Graphic Controller: Fine Edge allows user to emphasize edges of texts and fine lines for improving readability. • Toner Save: Selecting this option extends the life of your toner cartridge and reduces your cost per page without a significant reduction in print quality. - Printer Setting: If you select this option, this feature is determined by the setting you’ve made from the machine. - On: Select this option to allow the printer to use less toner on each page.
Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paper 4. Open the File menu and click Print. 5. Choose the number of copies you want and indicate which pages you want to print. 6. Click Print. Changing printer settings You can use advanced printing features when using your machine. Open an application and select Print from the File menu. The machine name, which appears in the printer properties window may differ depending on the machine in use.
4. Change the print job properties using the following four tabs displayed at the top of the window. • • • • General: This option allows you to change the paper size, the paper type, and the orientation of the documents. It enables the duplex feature, adds start and end banners, and changes the number of pages per sheet. Text: This option allows you to specify the page margins and set the text options, such as spacing or columns.
management tools 8. This chapter introduces management tools provided to help you make full use of your machine. This chapter includes: • • Introducing useful management tools Using SyncThru™ Web Service • • Using the Smart Panel program Using the Unified Linux Driver Configurator INTRODUCING USEFUL MANAGEMENT TOOLS • The programs below help you to use your machine conveniently. • "Using SyncThru™ Web Service" on page 24. • "Using the Smart Panel program" on page 25.
Setting the contact information Set the machine administrator information and this setting is necessary to use E-mail notification option. 1. Start a web browser, such as Internet Explorer, from Windows. Enter the machine IP address (http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) in the address field and press the Enter key or click Go. 2. Your machine’s embedded website opens. 3. Select Support. 4. Enter the name of machine administrator, phone number, location or E-mail address. 5. Click Apply. use.
Opening the Unified Driver Configurator 1. Double-click the Unified Driver Configurator on the desktop. You can also click the Startup Menu icon and select Samsung Unified Driver > Unified Driver Configurator. 2. Click each button on the left to switch to the corresponding configuration window. 2 Shows all of the installed machine. 3 Shows the status, model name and URI of your machine. The printer control buttons are, as follows: • Refresh: Renews the available machines list.
Ports configuration In this window, you can view the list of available ports, check the status of each port and release a port that is stalled in a busy state when its owner has terminated the job for any reason. • • 1 Switches to Ports configuration. 2 Shows all of the available ports. 3 Shows the port type, device connected to the port, and status. Refresh: Renews the available ports list. Release port: Releases the selected port.
maintenance 9. This chapter provides information for maintaining your machine and the toner cartridge. This chapter includes: • • • • • Printing a machine report Using toner low alert Cleaning a machine PRINTING A MACHINE REPORT Printing a cleaning sheet You can print a configuration page to view current printer settings, or to help troubleshoot printer problems. In ready mode, press and hold the (cancel button) for about 5 seconds. A configuration page prints out.
- 3. With a dry, lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the toner cartridge area. Humidity range less than 20% nor not greater than 80%. An environment with extreme changes in humidity or temperature. Direct sunlight or room light. Dusty places. A car for a long period of time. An environment where corrosive gases are present. An environment with salty air. Handling instructions • • • Do not touch the surface of the photosensitive drum in the cartridge.
troubleshooting 10. This chapter gives helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error. This chapter includes: • • • • • Redistributing toner Tips for avoiding paper curls Tips for avoiding paper jams REDISTRIBUTING TONER Clearing paper jams Solving other problems place completely. When the toner cartridge is near the end of its life: • White streaks or light printing occurs. • The LED blinks red.
TIPS FOR AVOIDING PAPER JAMS 3. Remove the jammed paper by gently pulling it straight out. By selecting the correct media types, most paper jams can be avoided. When a paper jam occurs, refer to the next guidelines. • Ensure that the adjustable guides are positioned correctly. (See "Loading paper in the tray" on page 12.) • Do not overload the tray. Ensure that the paper level is below the paper capacity mark on the inside of the tray. • Do not remove paper from the tray while your machine is printing.
1. Open the front cover and pull the toner cartridge out, lightly pushing it down. 1 Pressure lever 2. Remove the jammed paper by gently pulling it straight out. If you do not see the jammed paper, go to next step. 5. Pull the fuser cover levers down and remove the paper. Return the fuser cover levers to their original position. 3. Replace the toner cartridge and close the front cover. Printing automatically resumes. In exit area Click this link to open an animation about clearing a jam. 1.
SOLVING OTHER PROBLEMS Paper feeding problems The following chart lists some conditions that may occur and the recommended solutions. Follow the suggested solutions until the problem is corrected. If the problem persists, call for service. Power problems Click this link to open an animation about power problems. CONDITION The machine is not receiving power, or the connection cable between the computer and the machine is not connected properly. CONDITION Paper jams during printing. Clear the paper jam.
Printing problems CONDITION The machine does not print. CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS The machine is not receiving power. Check the power cord connections. The machine is not selected as the default machine. Select your machine as your default machine in your Windows. Check the machine for the following: • The front cover is not closed. Close the front cover. • Paper is jammed. Clear the paper jam. (See "Clearing paper jams" on page 31.) • No paper is loaded. Load paper.
CONDITION The machine prints, but the text is wrong, garbled, or incomplete. Pages print, but they are blank. The machine does not print PDF file correctly. Some parts of graphics, text, or illustrations are missing. POSSIBLE CAUSE The machine cable is loose or defective. SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS Disconnect the machine cable and reconnect. Try a print job that you have already printed successfully. If possible, attach the cable and the machine to another computer that you know works and try a print job.
Printing quality problems CONDITION If the inside of the machine is dirty or paper has been loaded improperly, there might be a reduction in print quality. See the table below to clear the problem.
CONDITION Background scatter A Misformed characters SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS CONDITION Background scatter results from bits of toner randomly distributed on the printed page. • The paper may be too damp. Try printing with a different batch of paper. Do not open packages of paper until necessary so that the paper does not absorb too much moisture. • If background scatter occurs on an envelope, change the printing layout to avoid printing over areas that have overlapping seams on the reverse side.
CONDITION Horizontal stripes A aBb C A aBb C A aBb C A aBb C A aBb C Curl Common Linux problems SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS If horizontally aligned black streaks or smears appear: • The toner cartridge may be installed improperly. Remove the cartridge and reinsert it. • The toner cartridge may be defective. Remove the toner cartridge and install a new one. (See "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 40.) • If the problem persists, the machine may require repair. Contact a service representative.
Common Macintosh problems CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS The machine does not print PDF files correctly. Some parts of graphics, text, or illustrations are missing. Printing the PDF file as an image may enable the file to print. Turn on Print As Image from the Acrobat printing options. The document has printed, but the print job has not disappeared from the spooler in Mac OS X 10.3.2. Update your Mac OS to OS Mac OS X 10.3.3. or higher.
supplies 11. This chapter provides information on purchasing supplies and maintenance parts available for your machine. This chapter includes: • • How to purchase Available supplies • • Available accessories may differ from country to country. Contact your sales representatives to obtain the list of available accessories. To order Samsung-authorized supplies, accessories and, maintenance parts, contact your local Samsung dealer or the retailer where you purchased your machine. You can also visit www.
Tabs on the sides of the cartridge and corresponding grooves within the machine will guide the cartridge into the correct position until it locks into place completely. 1. Open the front cover. 2. Pull the toner cartridge out. 3. Take a new toner cartridge out of its package. 4. Remove the paper protecting the toner cartridge by pulling the packing tape. 8. Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed. 5. Locate the sealing tape at the end of the toner cartridge.
specifications 12. This chapter guides you about this machine’s specifications. This chapter include: • • • • Hardware specifications Environmental specifications Electrical specifications Print media specifications The specification values here are based on preliminary data. See www.samsung.com/printer for current information. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS ITEM Dimension DESCRIPTION Height 197 mm (7.76 inches) Depth 389 mm (15.31 inches) Width 360 mm (14.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Power requirements are based on the country/region where the device is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. Doing so might damage the device and void the product warranty. ITEM a Power rating Power consumption DESCRIPTION 110 volt models AC 110 - 127 V 220 volt models AC 220 - 240 V Average operating mode Less than 360 W Ready mode Less than 60 W Power save mode Less than 8 W Power off mode Less than 0.8 W a.
PRINT MEDIA SPECIFICATIONS PRINT MEDIA WEIGHTa/CAPACITYb TYPE SIZE DIMENSIONS TRAY1 Plain paper Letter 216 x 279 mm (8.50 x 11.00 inches) Legal Envelope 216 x 356 mm (8.50 x 14.00 inches) MANUAL TRAY 2 60 to 120 g/m (16 to 32 lb bond) • 2 250 sheets of 80 g/m (20 lb bond) US Folio 216 x 330 mm (8.50 x 13.00 inches) A4 210 x 297 mm (8.27 x 11.69 inches) Oficio 216 x 343 mm (8.50 x 13.50 inches) JIS B5 182 x 257 mm (7.17 x 10.
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glossary The following glossary helps you get familiar with the product by understanding the terminologies commonly used with printing as well as mentioned in this user’s guide. CCD Charge Coupled Device (CCD) is a hardware which enables the scan job. CCD Locking mechanism is also used to hold the CCD module to prevent any damage when you move the machine. 802.11 Collation 802.
DNS EtherTalk The Domain Name Server (DNS) is a system that stores information associated with domain names in a distributed database on networks, such as the Internet. A suite of protocols developed by Apple Computer for computer networking. It was included in the original Macintosh (1984) and is now deprecated by Apple in favor of TCP/IP networking.
Intranet A private network that uses Internet Protocols, network connectivity, and possibly the public telecommunication system to securely share part of an organization's information or operations with its employees. Sometimes the term refers only to the most visible service, the internal website. IP address An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a unique number that devices use in order to identify and communicate with each other on a network utilizing the Internet Protocol standard.
NetWare PPM A network operating system developed by Novell, Inc. It initially used cooperative multitasking to run various services on a PC, and the network protocols were based on the archetypal Xerox XNS stack. Today NetWare supports TCP/IP as well as IPX/SPX. Pages Per Minute (PPM) is a method of measurement for determining how fast a printer works, meaning the number of pages a printer can produce in one minute.
Subnet Mask Watermark The subnet mask is used in conjunction with the network address to determine which part of the address is the network address and which part is the host address. TCP/IP A watermark is a recognizable image or pattern in paper that appears lighter when viewed by transmitted light.
index A L adjusting Linux tray size 47 placing a machine 27 common Linux problems 76 driver installation for network connected 37, 30 printer properties 61, 60 supplied softwares 28 unifled driver configurator 63, 35 B booklet printing 56 booklets 56 P loading paper in manual tray 51, 50 special media 51 C change percentage of your document 57 cleaning inside 66 outside 66 poster, print 56 power saver using power save mode 47 print media card stock 53 envelope 52 glossy paper 53, 49 labels 52, 5
regulatiory information 11 edit 58 print 57 Windows S safety information 7 symbols 7 service contact numbers 83 common Windows problems 76 driver installation for network connected 35, 28 printing 54 sharing a machine locally 31, 27, 28 using SetIP 34, 44 SetIP program 34, 35, 44, 45 Smart Panel font setting 48 general information 63 specifications general 80 print media 82 supplies available supplies 78 estimated toner cartridge life 67 ordering 78 replacing toner cartridge 78 SyncThru Web Service
