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BASIC User’s Guide CLP-41xN/CLP-41xNW Series CLP-68xND/CLP-68xDW Series BASIC User’s Guide This guide provides information concer ning installation, basic operation and troubleshooting on windows. ADVANCED This guide prov ides informatio n about insta llation, advanced configu ration, operation and troubleshooting on vari ous OS environm ents.
2 BASIC 1 . Introduction Key benefits 5 Features by models 7 Useful to know 9 About this user’s guide 10 Safety information 11 Machine overview 16 Control panel overview 19 Turning on the machine 20 Installing the driver locally 21 Reinstalling the driver 22 2 .
3 BASIC 5 . Appendix Specifications 102 Regulatory information 113 Copyright 123.
1. Introduction This chapter provides info rmation you need to know before using the machine. •K e y b e n e f i t s 5 • Features by models 7 • Useful to know 9 • About this user’s guide 10 .
Key benefits Environmentally friendly • To save toner and paper, this ma chine supports Eco feature (see "Eco printing" on page 45). • To save paper, you can pr int multiple pages on one single sheet of paper (see "Using advanced print features" on page 198).
Key benefits • If you have Internet access, you can get help, support application, machine drivers, manuals, and order inform ation from the Samsung website, www.
Features by models Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country. Operating System ( ● : Included, Blank: Not available) Software You can install the printer driver and software when you insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Features by models Variety feature ( ● : Included, ○ : optional, Blank: Not available ) Features CLP-41xN Series CLP-41xNW Series CLP-68xND Series CLP-68xDW Series Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ● ● IEEE 1284B parallel connector a a. If you use the parallel port , you cannot use the USB cable.
Useful to know The machine does not print. • Open the print queue list and remove the document from the list (see "Canceling a print job" on page 43). • Remove the driver and install it again (see "Installing the driver locally" on pa ge 21).
10 1. Introduction About this user’s guide This user's guide provides information for your basic unde rstanding of the machine as well as detailed st eps to explain machine usage. • Read the safety in formation before using the machine. • If you have a problem using the mach ine, refer to the troubleshooting chapter.
11 1. Introduction Safety information These warnings and precau tions are included to pr event injury to you and others, and to prevent any potential damage to your machine. Be sure to read and understand all of these instructions before using the machine.
Safety information 12 1. Introduction Caution 5 Operating method Caution During an electrical storm or for a period of non-operation, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet. This could result in electric shock or fire. Be careful, the paper output area is hot.
Safety information 13 1. Introduction 6 Installation / Moving Warning Caution Do not block or push objects into the ve ntilation opening. This could result in elevated component temperatures whi ch can cause damage or fire.
Safety information 14 1. Introduction 7 Maintenance / Checking Caution Use the power cord supplied with your machine for safe operation. If you are using a cord which is longer than 2 meters (6 feet) with a 110V machine, then the gauge should be 16 AWG or larger.
Safety information 15 1. Introduction 8 Supply usage Caution Keep the power cable and the cont act surface of the plug clean from dust or water. Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire. • Do not remove any covers or gu ards that are fastened with screws.
16 1. Introduction Machine overview 9 Accessories Power cord Quick installation guide Software CD a a. The software CD contains th e print drivers, user’s guide , and software applications. Misc. accessories b b. Miscellaneous ac cessories include d with your machine may var y by country of purchase and specif ic model.
Machine overview 17 1. Introduction 10 Front view • This illustration may differ from your machine depending on your model. There are various types of machine. • Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country (see "Feature s by models" on page 7).
Machine overview 18 1. Introduction 11 Rear view • This illustration may differ from your machine dependin g on your model. There ar e various types of machine. • Some features and optional goods may not be available dependin g on model or country (see "Features by models" on page 7).
19 1. Introduction Control panel overview • This control panel may differ from yo ur machine depending on its model. There are various types of control panels. • Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country (see "Feature s by models" on page 7).
20 1. Introduction Turning on the machine 1 Connect the machine to th e electricity supply first. Turn the switch on if the machine has a power switch. Illustrations on this user’s guide ma y differ from your machine dependi ng on its options or models.
21 1. Introduction Installing the driver locally A locally connected machine is a machin e directly attached to your computer using the cable. If your machine is attached to a network, skip the following steps below and go on to installing a n etwork connected machine’s driver (see "Installing driver over th e network" on page 137).
22 1. Introduction Reinstalling the driver If the printer driver does not work properly, follow the steps below to reinstall the driver. 13 Windows 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on. 2 From the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs > Samsung Printers > your printer driver name > Uninstall .
2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup This chapter provides information about the overall menu structure and the basic setup optio ns. • Menu overview 25 • Machine’s basic settings 28 • Media and t.
25 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup Menu overview The control panel provides access to various menus to set up the mach ine or use the machine’s functions. • Some menus may not appear on the display depending on option s or models. If so, it is not applicable to your machine.
Menu overview 26 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup Information Layout Paper Graphic System Setup Menu Map Configuration Supplies Info. Demo Page PCL Font List PS Font List Usage Counter Account a a. This is used only av ailable when Job Accounting is enabled from the Sy ncThru™ Web Admin Service.
Menu overview 27 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup Emulation Image Mgr. Network Direct USB a a. CLP-68xND Series/C LP-68xDW Series o nly. This option is availa ble When USB memor y is inserted into t he USB memory port on your machine. Job Manage b b. CLP-68xND Series/CLP-6 8xDW Series onl y.
28 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup Machine’s basic settings You can set the machine’s settings by using the Device Settings in Samsung Easy Printer Manager program. • For Windows and Mac users, you set from Samsung Easy Printer Manager > (Switch to advanced mode) > Device Settings , see "Device Settings" on page 225.
Machine’s basic settings 29 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup 4 Select the option yo u want, then press OK . 5 Press OK to save the selection. 6 Press ( Cancel ) to return to ready mode. Refer to below links to set other settings useful for using the machine.
30 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup Media and tray This chapter provides info rmation o n how to load print medi a into your machine. • Using print media that does not me et these specifications may cause problems or require repairs. Such repairs are not covered by Sams ung ’s warranty or service agreements.
Media and tray 31 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup For Legal-sized paper : Push button as shown and pull out the tray. Illustrations on this user’s guide ma y differ from your machine dependi ng on its options or models . Check your machine type (see "Tray overview" on page 30).
Media and tray 32 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup 2 Squeeze and the paper width guide and paper length lever to locate them in the correct paper size slot marked at the bottom of the tray to adjust to the size (see "Tra y overview" on page 30) .
Media and tray 33 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup • Do not push the paper width guide too far causing the media to warp. • If you do not adjust the paper widt h guide, it may cause paper jams. • Do not use a paper with a leading-edge curl, it may cause a paper jam or the paper can be wrinkled.
Media and tray 34 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup • Always load the specified print media only to avoi d paper jams and print quality problems (see "Print media specifications" on page 104). • Flatten any curl on postcards, envel opes, and labels before loading them into the multi-pu rpose (or manual feeder) tray.
Media and tray 35 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup • When printing the special media, yo u must follow the loading guideline (See "Printing on special media" on page 35). • When papers overlap when printing using multi-purpose tray, open tray 1 and remove overlapping papers then try pri nting again.
Media and tray 36 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup ( ● : Supported, Blank: Not supported) Envelope Printing successfully on envel opes depends upon the qu ality of the envelopes.
Media and tray 37 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup • Do not use envelopes with clasps, sn aps, windows, co ated lining, self- adhesive seals, or othe r synthetic materials. • Do not use damaged or poorly made envelopes. • Be sure the seam at both ends of th e envelope extends all the way to the corner of the envelope.
Media and tray 38 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup • To avoid fading, do no t expose printed transp arencies to prolonged sunlight. • Ensure that transparencies are not wrin kled, curled, or have any torn edges. • Do not use transpare ncies that separate from the backing sheet.
Media and tray 39 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup • Make sure that there is no exposed adhesive material between labels. Exposed areas can cause labels to peel off during printing , which can cause paper jams. Exposed adhesive can also cause damage to machine components.
Media and tray 40 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup Glossy Photo • Recommended media: Glossy paper (Letter) for this machine by HP Brochure Paper (Product: Q6611A) only. • Recommended media: Glossy paper (A4) for this machine by HP Superior Paper 160 glossy (Product: Q6616A).
Media and tray 41 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup 6 Using the output support The surface of the output tray may become hot if you print a large number of pages at once.
42 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup Basic printing For special printing features, refer to the Advanced Guide (see "Usi ng advanced print features" on page 198).
Basic printing 43 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup 8 Canceling a print job If the print job is waiting in the print queue or print spoole r, cancel the job as follows: • You can access this window by s imply double-clicking the machine icon ( ) in the Windows task bar.
Basic printing 44 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup Using a favorite setting The Favorites option, which is visible on each preferences tab except for the Samsung tab, allows you to save the current preferences for future use. To save a Favorites item, follow these steps: 1 Change the settings as needed on each tab.
Basic printing 45 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup 11 Eco printing The Eco function cuts toner consu mption and paper usage. The Eco function allows you to save prin t resources and lead you to eco-friendly printing. If you press the Eco button from the control panel, eco mode is enabled.
Basic printing 46 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup Setting eco mode on the driver To take advantage of the advanced printing features, click Properties or Preferences from the Print window (see "Opening printing preferences" on page 43). Open the Eco tab to set Eco mode.
Basic printing 47 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup Starting secure printing on the driver Open the Printing Preferences window (see "Opening pr inting preferences" on page 43), and the select Advanced tab > Print Mode > Confidential . Enter the job name, user ID, and pa ssword.
48 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup Using USB memory device CLP-68xND Series/ CLP-68xDW Series only. 13 About USB memory device USB memory devices ar e available with a variety of memory capacities to.
Using USB memory device 49 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup 14 Printing from a USB memory device You can directly print files st ored on a USB memory device. Direct Print option supported file types: • PRN: Only files created by provided driver with your machine are compatible.
Using USB memory device 50 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup 6 To delete or format, press Yes > OK . After deleting files or reformatting a USB memory device, files cannot be restored. Therefore, confirm that yo u no longer need the data before deleting it.
Using USB memory device 51 2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup 6 To restore the backup fi le to the machine, press Yes > OK ..
3. Maintenance This chapter provides inform ation about purc hasing supplies, acces sories and maintenance parts ava ilable for your machine. • Ordering supplies and accessories 53 • Available con.
53 3. Maintenance Ordering supplies and accessories Available accessories may differ from country to coun try. Contact your sales r epresenta tives to obtain the list of available su pplies, and maintenance parts.
54 3. Maintenance Available consumables When supplies reach the end of their life spans, you can order the followi ngs of consumables for your machine: Type Mode l Average yield a a.
Available consumables 55 3. Maintenance Depending on the options, percentage of image area and job mode used, the toner cartridge’s lifespan may differ. When purchasing new toner cartridges or other consumables, these must be purchased in the same country as the machine you are using.
56 3. Maintenance Available accessories You can purchase and insta ll accessories to enha nce your machine’s pe rformance and capacity. Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on models or countries (see "Features by models" on page 7).
57 3. Maintenance Available maintenance parts To purchase maintenance parts, co ntact the source where yo u bought the machine. Replacing ma intenance parts can be performed on ly by an authorized service provider, dealer, or the r etailer where you bought the machine.
58 3. Maintenance Storing the toner cartridge Toner cartridges contain components that are sensitive to light, temperature and humidity. Samsung suggests user s follow these recommendations to ensure optimal performance, highest quality, and lo ngest life from your new Samsung toner cartridge.
Storing the toner cartridge 59 3. Maintenance 3 Estimated cartridge life Estimated cartridge life (t he life of the toner cart ridge yield) depends on the amount of toner that pr int jobs require.
60 3. Maintenance Redistributing toner When the toner cartridge is near the end of its life: • White streaks or light printing occurs and/or density variat ion side to side. • The Status LED blinks red. The toner-related message saying that the toner is low may appear on the display.
Redistributing toner 61 3. Maintenance.
62 3. Maintenance Replacing the toner cartridge For CLP-41xN Seri es/CLP-41xNW Series : Click this link to open an animat ion about replacing a toner cartridge. For CLP-68xND Series /CLP-68xDW Series: Click this link to open an animat ion about replacing a toner cartridge.
Replacing the toner cartridge 63 3. Maintenance.
Replacing the toner cartridge 64 3. Maintenance 5~6.
Replacing the toner cartridge 65 3. Maintenance.
66 3. Maintenance Replacing the waste toner container When the life span of the waste toner container has expired, waste toner container-r elated message appears on the screen displa y of the control panel, indicating the waste toner container needs to be replaced.
Replacing the waste toner container 67 3. Maintenance 1 2 1 2 1 2.
68 3. Maintenance Installing accessories 4 Precautions • Disconnect the power cord Never remove the contro l board cover while the power is turned on. To avoid the possibility of an electrical shock, always disconnect the power cord when installing or removing AN Y internal or ex ternal accessories.
Installing accessories 69 3. Maintenance If Printer properties item has ▶ mark, you can select other printer drivers connected with selected printer. 5 Select Device Options . The Properties window may differ depending on the driver or operating system you are using.
Installing accessories 70 3. Maintenance 6 Upgrading a memory module Your machine has a dual in-line memory mod ule (DIMM). Use this memory module slot to install addit ional memory.
Installing accessories 71 3. Maintenance 1 2 1 2.
72 3. Maintenance Monitoring the supplies life If you experience frequent paper jams or printing problems, check the number of pages the machine has printed or scanned. Repla ce the correspon ding parts, if necessary. It may be necessary to press OK to navigate to lower-level menus for some models.
73 3. Maintenance Setting the toner low alert If the amount of toner in the cartridge is low, a message or LED informing the user to change the toner cartridge appears. You can set the option for whether or not this message or LED appears. You can set the machine’s settings by using the Device Settings in Samsung Easy Printer Manager program.
74 3. Maintenance Cleaning the machine If printing quality problems occur or if yo u use your machine in a dusty environment, you need to clean yo ur machine regularly to keep it in the best printing condition and use yo ur machine longer.
Cleaning the machine 75 3. Maintenance 8 Cleaning the inside During the printing process, pa per, toner, and dust particles can accumulate inside the machine. This buildup can cause print q uality problems, such as toner specks or smearing. Cleaning the inside of th e machine clears and reduces these problems.
Cleaning the machine 76 3. Maintenance.
Cleaning the machine 77 3. Maintenance 9 Cleaning the pickup roller • Turn the machine off and unplug the power cord. Wait for the mach ine to cool down.
78 3. Maintenance Tips for moving & storing your machine • When moving the machine, do not tilt or turn it upside down. Otherwise, the inside of the machine ma y be contaminated by toner , which can cause damage to the machine or reduce print quality.
4. Troubleshooting This chapter gives helpful in formation for what to do if you encounter an error. • Tips for avoiding paper jams 80 • Clearing paper jams 81 • Understanding the status LED 93 • Understanding display messages 95 This chapter gives helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error.
80 4. Troubleshooting Tips for avoiding paper jams By selecting the correct media s, most paper jams can be avoid ed. To avoid paper jams, refe r to the following guidelines: • Ensure that the adjustable guid es are positioned correctly (see "Tray overview" on page 30).
81 4. Troubleshooting Clearing paper jams To avoid tearing the paper, pull the jammed paper out slowly and gently. 1 In tray 1 Illustrations on this user’s guide may diff er from your machine dependin g on its options or models. Check your machine type (se e "Front view" on page 17).
Clearing paper jams 82 4. Troubleshooting 2 In optional tray (CLP-68xND Series/CLP-68xDW Series only).
Clearing paper jams 83 4. Troubleshooting If you do not see the paper in this area, stop and go to next step:.
Clearing paper jams 84 4. Troubleshooting 3 In the manual feeder / multi-purpose tray CLP-41xN Series/CLP-41xNW Series.
Clearing paper jams 85 4. Troubleshooting CLP-68xND Series/CLP-68xDW Series.
Clearing paper jams 86 4. Troubleshooting If you do not see the paper in this area, stop and go to next step: 1 2 3.
Clearing paper jams 87 4. Troubleshooting 4 Inside the machine The fuser area is hot. Take care when removing paper f rom the machine. Illustrations on this user’s guide may diff er from your machine dependin g on its options or models. Check your machine type (se e "Front view" on page 17).
Clearing paper jams 88 4. Troubleshooting 5 In exit area CLP-41xN Series/CLP-41xNW Series The fuser area is hot. Take care when removing paper f rom the machine.
Clearing paper jams 89 4. Troubleshooting If you do not see the paper in this area, stop and go to next step:.
Clearing paper jams 90 4. Troubleshooting CLP-68xND Series/CLP-68xDW Series The fuser area is hot. Take care when removing paper f rom the machine..
Clearing paper jams 91 4. Troubleshooting If you do not see the paper in this area, stop and go to next step:.
Clearing paper jams 92 4. Troubleshooting 6 In the duplex unit area (CLP-68x ND Series/CLP-68xDW Series only) ..
93 4. Troubleshooting Understanding the status LED The color of the LED indicates the machine's current status. • Some LEDs may not be available depending on model or country (see "Control panel overview" on page 19).
Understanding the status LED 94 4. Troubleshooting () WPS b () Wireless b Blue Blinking The machine is connecting to a wireless network. On The machine is connected to a wire less network (see "Wireless network se tup" on page 148). Off The machine is disconnected from a wireless network.
95 4. Troubleshooting Understanding display messages Messages appear on the control panel display to indicate the machine’s status or errors. Refer to the tables below to understand the messages’ and their meaning, and correct the problem, if necessary.
Understanding display messages 96 4. Troubleshooting Paper Jam or empty • Paper has jammed in manual feeder. • There is no paper in tray. • Clear the jam (see "CLP-41xN Series/ CLP-41xNW Series" on page 84). • Load paper in tray (see "Multi-purpose (or Manual feeder ) tray" on page 33).
Understanding display messages 97 4. Troubleshooting 8 Toner-related messages Message Meaning Suggested solutions Install [color] toner cartridge A toner cartridge is not installed. Reinstall the toner cartridge. A toner cartridge is not being detected Reinstall the toner cartridge two or three times to confirm it is seated properly.
Understanding display messages 98 4. Troubleshooting Samsung does not recommend using a non-genuine Samsung toner cartridge such as refilled or rema nufactured.
Understanding display messages 99 4. Troubleshooting Calibrating image density… The machine is calibrating the image density. Wait a few minutes. Door Open Close it The cover is not securely latched.
Understanding display messages 100 4. Troubleshooting Transfer Belt Error The transfer belt cannot be controlled. Reboot the power and try the printing job again. If the problem persists, please call for service. Waste toner Full Replace new one The waste toner container is full.
5. Appendix This chapter provides product specifications an d information conce rning applicable regulations. • Specifications 102 • Regulatory information 113 • Copyright 123.
102 5. Appendix Specifications 1 General specifications The specification values listed below ar e subject to change without no tice. See www.samsung.com for possible changes in information. Items Description Dimension Width x L ength x Height • CLP-41xN Series/CLP-41xNW Series: 420 x 426 x 264 mm (16.
Specifications 103 5. Appendix Power consumption Average operating mode • CLP-41xN Series/CLP-41xNW Series: Less than 380 W • CLP-68xND Series/CLP-68x DW Series: Less than 450 W Ready mode • CLP.
Specifications 104 5. Appendix 2 Print media specifications Type Size Dimensions Weight/Capacity a CLP-41xN Series CLP-41xNW Series CLP-68xND Series CLP-68xDW Series Tray1 Manual feeder Tray1/ Optional tray Multi-purpose tray Plain paper b c Letter 216 x 279 mm (8.
Specifications 105 5. Appendix Envelope Envelo pe Monarch 98 x 191 mm ( 3.87 x 7.5 i nches) 75 to 90 g/m 2 (20 to 24 lbs bond) • 20 sheets 75 to 90 g/m 2 (20 to 24 lbs bond) •1 s h e e t 75 to 90 g/m 2 (20 to 24 lbs bond) • 20 sheets Not available in optional tray.
Specifications 106 5. Appendix Cotton, Color, Pre-printed Refer to the Plain paper section Refer to the Plain paper section 75 to 90 g/m 2 (20 to 24 lbs bond) • 250 sheets of 80 g/ m 2 (21 lbs bond).
Specifications 107 5. Appendix Card stock b c Letter, Legal, US Folio, A4, JIS B5, ISO B5, Executive, A5 Refer to the Plain paper section 121 to 163 g/m 2 (32 to 43 lbs bond) • 50 sheets 121 to 163 .
Specifications 108 5. Appendix Glossy Photo b Letter, A4, Postcard 4x6 Refer to the Plain paper section 111 to 130 g/m 2 (30 to 35 lbs bond) • 30 sheets 111 to 130 g/m 2 (30 to 35 lbs bond) •1 s h.
Specifications 109 5. Appendix 3 System requirements Microsoft ® Windows ® • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher is the minimu m requirement for all Windows operating systems. • Users who have administrator rights can install the software. • Windows Terminal Services is compatible with your machine.
Specifications 110 5. Appendix Mac Operating system Requirements (Recommended) CPU RAM Free HDD space Mac OS X 10.4 •I n t e l ® processors •P o w e r P C G 4 / G 5 • 128 MB for a powerPC based Mac (512 MB) • 512 MB for an Intel-based Mac (1 GB) 1 GB Mac OS X 10.
Specifications 111 5. Appendix Linux Unix Items Requirements Operating system Redhat ® Enterprise Linux WS 4, 5 (32/64 bit) Fedora 5 ~ 13 (32/64 bit) SuSE Linux 10.1 (32 bit) OpenSuSE ® 10.2, 10.3, 11.0, 11.1, 11.2 (32/64 bit) Mandriva 2007, 2008, 2009 , 2009.
Specifications 112 5. Appendix 4 Network environment Network and wireless models only (see "Features by models" on page 7). You need to set up the network protocols on the machine to use it as your network machine. The following table shows the networ k environments supported by the machine.
113 5. Appendix Regulatory information This machine is designed for a normal work environment and certified with several regulatory statements. 5 Laser safety statement The printer is certified in the U.
Regulatory information 114 5. Appendix 6 Ozone safety 7 Power saver 8 Recycling 9 China only This product’s ozone emission rate is under 0.1 ppm. Because ozone is heavier than air, keep the product in a place with good ventilation.
Regulatory information 115 5. Appendix 10 Correct disposal of this pro duct (Waste electrical & electronic equipment) (Applicable in the european union and other european countries with separate collection systems) (The United States of America only) Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler.
Regulatory information 116 5. Appendix This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection again st harmful interferenc e in a residential installation.
Regulatory information 117 5. Appendix The FCC has set a general guideline of 20 cm (8 inches) separation between the device and the body, for use of a wirel ess device near the body (this does not include extremities). This device should be used more than 20 cm (8 inches) from the body when wireless devices ar e on.
Regulatory information 118 5. Appendix 16 Turkey only 17 Replacing the Fitted Plug (for UK Only) Important The mains lead for this ma chine is fitted with a sta ndard (BS 13 63) 13 amp plug and has a 13 amp fuse. When you change or examine the fuse, you must re-fit the correct 13 amp fuse.
Regulatory information 119 5. Appendix 18 Declaration of conformity (European countries) Approvals and Certifications January 1, 1995: Council Directive 2006/95/EC Approximation of the laws of the member states related to low voltage equipment.
Regulatory information 120 5. Appendix European radio approval information (for products fitted with EU-approved radio devices) Low power, Radio LAN typ e devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz/5 GHz band, may be present (embedded) in your printer syste m which is intended for ho me or office use.
Regulatory information 121 5. Appendix The power output of the wi reless device or devices that may be embedded in your printer is well below th e RF exposure limits as know n at this time.
Regulatory information 122 5. Appendix 21 China only.
123 5. Appendix Copyright © 2012 Samsung Electronics Co ., Ltd. All rights reserved. This user’s guide is provided fo r information purposes only. All information includ ed herein is subject to change without notic e.
ADVANCED User’s Guide CLP-41xN/CLP-41xNW Series CLP-68xND/CLP-68xDW Series ADVANCED User’s Guide This guide provides information about installation, advanced configuration, operation and troubleshooting on various OS environments. Some features may not be availabl e depending on models or countries.
125 ADVANCED 1 . Software Installation Installation for Mac 128 Reinstallation for Mac 129 Installation for Linux 130 Reinstallation for Linux 131 2 . Using a Network-Connected Machine Useful network .
126 ADVANCED Easy Eco Driver 219 Using SyncThru™ Web Service 220 Using Samsung Easy Printer Manager 223 Using Samsung Printer Status 226 Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator 228 6 .
1. Software Installation This chapter provides instructions for installing ess ential and help ful softwar e for use in an en vironment where the machine is connected via a cable. A loca lly connected machine is a machine dire ctly attached to your computer using the cable.
128 1. Software Installation Installation for Mac 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on. 2 Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive. 3 Double-click the CD-ROM icon that appears on your Mac desktop. 4 Double-click the MAC_Installer folder > Installer OS X icon.
129 1. Software Installation Reinstallation for Mac If the printer driver does not work properly, uninstall the driver and reinstall it. 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on. 2 Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive.
130 1. Software Installation Installation for Linux You need to download Linux software pa ckages from the Sa msung website to install the printer software (http:// www.samsung.com > find your product > Support or Downloads). 1 Installing the Unified Linux Driver 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on.
131 1. Software Installation Reinstallation for Linux If the printer driver does not work properly, uninstall the driver and reinstall it. 1 Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer and powered on. 2 When the Administrator Login window appears, type “root” in the Login field and enter the system password.
2. Using a Network- Connected Machine This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions f or setting up a net work connected machine and sof tware. • Useful network programs 133 • Wired network set.
133 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Useful network programs There are several prog rams available to setup the network sett ings easily in a network environment. For the network administrator especially, managing several machines on the network is possible.
134 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Wired network setup 4 Printing a network configuration report You can print Network Configuration Report from the machine’s control panel that will show the current machine’s network settings. Th is will help you to set up a network.
Wired network setup 135 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 7 Enter the machine’s new information into the configuration window as follows. In a corporate intranet, you may need to have this informatio n assigned by a network ma nager before proceeding.
Wired network setup 136 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Find the machine’s MAC address from the Network Configuration Report (see "Printing a network configuration report" on page 134) and enter it without the colons. For example, 00:15:99:29:51:A8 becomes 0015992951A8.
137 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Installing driver over the network • Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country (see "Feature s by models" on page 7).
Installing driver over the network 138 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 6 Select Network connection on the Printer Connection Type screen. 7 If the Connect Device window appears, check that the machine is connected to your network. Then, click Next .
Installing driver over the network 139 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine /a”<dest_path>” or /A”<dest_path>” Specifies destination path for installation.
Installing driver over the network 140 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 7 Mac 1 Make sure that the machine is conne cted to your network and powered on. 2 Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive. 3 Double-click the CD-ROM icon that appears on your Mac desktop.
Installing driver over the network 141 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 14 Open the Applications folder > Utilities > Print Setup Utility . • For Mac OS X 10 .5-10.7, open the Applications folder > Sy stem Preferences and click Print & Fax .
Installing driver over the network 142 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 5 The Samsung installer window opens. Click Next . 6 The add printer wizard window opens. Click Next . 7 Select network printer and click Search button. 8 The machine’s IP address and mod el name appears on list field.
Installing driver over the network 143 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 1 From the Samsung website, downloa d and unpack the UNIX Printer Driver package to your computer. 2 Acquire root privileges. “ su - ” 3 Copy the appropriate driver archi ve to the target UNIX computer.
Installing driver over the network 144 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Setting up the printer To add the printer to your UNIX system, run ‘installprinter’ from the command line. This will bring up the Add Printer Wizard window. Setup the printer in this window according to the following steps: 1 Type the name of the printer.
145 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine IPv6 configuration IPv6 is supported properly only in Windows Vi sta or higher. • Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country (see "Featu res by models" on page 7 or "Menu overview" on page 25).
IPv6 configuration 146 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 3 Press OK to select the requ ired value you want. • DHCPv6 Addr. : Always use DHCPv6 rega rdless of router request. • DHCPv6 Off : Never use DHCP v6 regardless of router request. • Ro uter : Use DHCPv6 only when requested by a router.
IPv6 configuration 147 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine • Manual Address : Manually configured IPv6 address by a user. 3 Enter the IPv6 addresses (e.g.,: http://[FE80::2 15:99FF:FE6 6:7701]). Address must be enclosed in '[ ]' brackets.
148 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Wireless network setup • Make sure your machine supports wireless networking. Wi reless networking may not be available depending on the model (see "Features by models" on page 7).
Wireless network setup 149 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 13 Introducing wireless set up methods You can set wireless settings ei ther from the machine or th e computer. Choose the setting method from the below table. Some wireless network installation types may not be available depending on the model or country.
Wireless network setup 150 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 14 Using the WPS button If your machine and an ac cess point (or wireless rou ter) support Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS), you can ea sily configure the wir eless network settings by pressing the (WPS) button on the control panel without a computer.
Wireless network setup 151 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Machines with a display screen Connecting in PBC mode 1 Press and hold the (WPS) button on the control panel for more than 2 seconds. The machine starts waiting for up to two minutes until you press the WPS (PBC) button on the access point (or wireless router).
Wireless network setup 152 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Machines without a display screen Connecting in PBC mode 1 Press and hold the (WPS) button on the control panel for about 2 - 4 seconds until the sta tus LED blinks quickly. The machine starts connecting to th e wireless network.
Wireless network setup 153 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Re-connecting to a network When the wireless function is off, the ma chine automatically tries to re-connect to the access point (o r wireless router) with th e previously used wireless connection settings and address.
Wireless network setup 154 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine After completing the wireless network connection, you need to install a machine driver to print from an appl ication (see "Installing driver over the network" on pa ge 137). 1 Press the ( Menu ) button on the control panel.
Wireless network setup 155 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 7 Select Configure the wireless networ k connection using USB cable on the Printer Connection Type screen. Then click Next . 8 After searching, the window shows th e wireless network devices.
Wireless network setup 156 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 10 If your printer supports Wi-Fi Direct, the foll owing screen appears. Click Next . • Can start to build Wi-Fi Direct by using Samsung Easy Printer Manager (see "Setting up Wi-Fi Direct" on page 166).
Wireless network setup 157 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Creating the ad hoc network in Windows 1 Check whether the USB cable is connected to the machine. 2 Turn on your computer and the wireless network machine. 3 Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Wireless network setup 158 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Before entering the IP address for the machine, you must know the computer’s network configuration info rmation. If the computer’s network configuration is set to DHCP, the wireless network setting should also be DHCP.
Wireless network setup 159 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine • USB cable Access point via USB cable (recommended) 1 Check whether the USB cable is connected to the machine. 2 Turn on your computer, ac cess point, and machine. 3 Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Wireless network setup 160 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine The wireless network security window appears when the access point has security enabled. Enter the Network Password of the access point (or router). 12 If your printer supports Wi-Fi Direct, the foll owing screen appears.
Wireless network setup 161 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Creating the ad hoc network in Mac 1 Check whether the USB cable is connected to the machine. 2 Turn on your computer and the wireless network machine. 3 Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Wireless network setup 162 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Before entering the IP address for the machine, you must know the computer’s network configuration info rmation. If the computer’s network configuration is set to DHCP, the wireless network setting should also be DHCP.
Wireless network setup 163 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine • After completing the wireless networ k connection, you need to install a machine driver to print from an a pplication (see "Installing driver over the network" on page 137).
Wireless network setup 164 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 1 Check whether or not the network cabl e is connected to the machine. If not, connect the machine wi th a standard network cable. 2 Start a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Safa ri, or Firefox and enter your machine’s new IP addr ess in the browser window.
Wireless network setup 165 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Disconnect the network cable (standard or network). Your machine should then start communicating wirelessly wi th the network. In case of Ad-hoc mode, you can use a wireless LAN and wired LAN simultaneously.
Wireless network setup 166 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine • You cannot connect your mobile de vice to the internet through the printer’s Wi-Fi Direct. • The supported protocol list may di ffer from your model, Wi-Fi Direct networks do NOT support IPv6, networ k filtering, IPSe c, WINS, and SLP services.
Wireless network setup 167 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine From the network-connected computer If your printer is using a network cable or a wireless ac cess point, you can enable and configure Wi-Fi Direct from SyncThru™ Web Service.
Wireless network setup 168 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Connecting Failure - SSID Not Found • The machine is unable to find the n etwork name (SSID) you have selected or entered. Check the network name (SSID) on your access point and try connecting again.
Wireless network setup 169 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine e Click Port tab. f Click Configure Port... button. g Check if P r i n t e r N a m e o r I P A d d r e s s : is the IP address on the network configuration Sheet. 3 Change the printer port's IP address if it is different from the network information report's.
Wireless network setup 170 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine • Check the machine's IP address. Reinst all the machine driver and change the settings to connect to the mach ine on the network.
171 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Samsung MobilePrint 22 What is Samsung MobilePrint? Samsung MobilePrint is a free application that enables users to print photos, documents, and web pages directly from your smartphone or tablet.
172 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine AirPrint CLP-41xN Series/CLP-41xNW Series only. 26 Setting up AirPrint Bonjour(mDNS) and IPP protocols are re quired on your machine to use the AirPrint feature. You can enable the AirPrint feature by one of the following methods.
AirPrint 173 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Cancelling print job : To cancel the printing job or view the print summary, click the print center icon ( ) in mult itasking area.
174 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine Google Cloud Print™ Google Cloud Print™ is a ser vice that allows you to prin t to a printer using your smart phone, tablet , or any other web-connected devices. Just register your Google account with the printer, and you are read y to use the Google Cloud Print™ service.
Google Cloud Print™ 175 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 10 Click Finish printer registration . 11 Click Manage your printers . Now your printer is registered with Google Clou d Print™ service. Google Cloud Print™-ready devic es will appear in the list.
Google Cloud Print™ 176 2. Using a Networ k-Connected Machine 5 Select Print with Google Cloud Print . 6 Click the Print button..
3. Useful Setting Menus This chapter explains how to browse the curren t status of your machine, and the m ethod of setting for advan ced machine setup. • Before you begin reading a chapter 178 • Information 179 • Layout 180 • Paper 182 • Graphic 183 • System Setup 184 • Emulation 188 • Image Mgr.
178 3. Useful Setting Menus Before you begin reading a chapter This chapter explains all the features available for this series' models to help users easily un derstand the features. You can check the features available for each model in the Basic Guide (see "Menu overview" on page 25).
179 3. Useful Setting Menus Information Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. If so, it is not appli cable to your machine (see "Menu overvie w" on page 25). To change the menu options: • Press ( Menu ) > Information on the control panel.
180 3. Useful Setting Menus Layout Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. If so, it is not appli cable to your machine (see "Menu overvie w" on page 25). To change the menu options: • Press ( Menu ) > Layout on the control panel.
Layout 181 3. Useful Setting Menus Duplex To print on both sides of the paper, choose the binding edge. • Off: Disables this option. • Long Edge • Short Edge Item Description.
182 3. Useful Setting Menus Paper Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. If so, it is not appli cable to your machine (see "Menu overvie w" on page 25). To change the menu options: • Press ( Menu ) > Paper on the control panel.
183 3. Useful Setting Menus Graphic Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. If so, it is not appli cable to your machine (see "Menu overvie w" on page 25). To change the menu options: • Press ( Menu ) > Graphic on the control panel.
184 3. Useful Setting Menus System Setup Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. If so, it is not appli cable to your machine (see "Menu overvie w" on page 25). To change the menu options: • Press ( Menu ) > System Setup on the control panel.
System Setup 185 3. Useful Setting Menus Humidity Optimizes print quality according to the humidity in the environment. Auto Continue Determine whether or not the machine continues printing when it detects the paper does not match the paper settings. • Off: If a paper mismatch occurs, the machine waits until you insert the correct paper.
System Setup 186 3. Useful Setting Menus Maintenance • CLR Empty Msg.: This option appears only when toner cartridge is empty. • Supplies Life : Allows you to check how many pages are printed and how much toner is left in the cartridge.
System Setup 187 3. Useful Setting Menus Auto Power Off Turns power off automatically when the machine has been in power save mode for the le ngth of time set in Auto Power Off > On > Timeout . • To turn the machine on again, press the ( Power ) button on the control panel (make sure the main power switch is on).
188 3. Useful Setting Menus Emulation Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. If so, it is not appli cable to your machine (see "Menu overvie w" on page 25). To change the menu options: • Press ( Menu ) > Emulation on the control panel.
189 3. Useful Setting Menus Image Mgr. Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. If so, it is not appli cable to your machine (see "Menu overvie w" on page 25). To change the menu options: • Press ( Menu ) > Image Mgr.
190 3. Useful Setting Menus Network Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. If so, it is not appli cable to your machine (see "Menu overvie w" on page 25). To change the menu options: • Press ( Menu ) > Network on the control panel.
Network 191 3. Useful Setting Menus Http Activate You can sets whether to use SyncThru™ Web Service or not. Turn the power off and on after you change this option. WINS You can configure the WINS server. WINS(Windows Internet Name Service) is used in the Windows operating system.
192 3. Useful Setting Menus Direct USB Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. If so, it is not appli cable to your machine (see "Menu overvie w" on page 25). If you want to use this feature, you need to insert a USB memory device into the USB memory port on your machine.
193 3. Useful Setting Menus Job Manage Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. If so, it is not appli cable to your machine (see "Menu overvie w" on page 25). To change the menu options: • Press ( Menu ) > Job Manage on the control panel.
4. Special Features This chapter explains sp ecial printing features. • Altitude adjustment 195 • Entering various characters 196 • Printing features 197 • Using optional device features 213 • The procedures in this chapter are mainly based on Windows 7.
195 4. Special Features Altitude adjustment Print quality is affe cted by atmospheric pressure, which is determined by the height of the machine above sea level. The following information will guide you on how to set your machine for the best print quality.
196 4. Special Features Entering various characters CLP-68xND Series/ CLP-68xDW Series only. As you perform various tasks, you ma y need to enter names and numbers. 1 Entering alphanumeric characters Press the button until the corre ct letter appears on the di splay.
197 4. Special Features Printing features • For basic printing features, refer to the Basic Guide (see "Basic printing" on page 42). • This feature may not be available depending on model or optional goods (see "Features by models" on page 7).
Printing features 198 4. Special Features 5 Using advanced print features • See "Features by models" on page 7. • XPS printer driver : used to print XPS file format. - The XPS printer driver can be inst alled only on Windows Vista OS or higher.
Printing features 199 4. Special Features Understanding special printer features You can use advanced printing fea tures when using your machine. To take advantage of the pr inter features provided by your printer driver, click Properties or Preferences in the application’s Print window to change the print settings.
Printing features 200 4. Special Features Poster Printing Prints a single-page document onto 4 (Poster 2x2), 9 (Poster 3x3) , or 16 (Poster 4x4) sheets of paper, for the purpose of pasti ng the sheets together to form one poster-size document. Select the Poster Overlap value.
Printing features 201 4. Special Features • Double-sided Printing • Double-sided Printing (Manual) a • Printer Default: If you select this option, this feature is determined by the se ttings you have selected on the control panel of the machine.
Printing features 202 4. Special Features Watermark (Creating a watermark) a To change the print settings from yo ur software appl ication, access Printing Preferences . b Click the Advanced tab, select Edit from the Watermark drop-down list. The Edit Watermarks window appears.
Printing features 203 4. Special Features Overlay a (Creating a new page overlay) a To save the document as an overlay, access Printing Preferences . b Click the Advanced tab, an d select Edit from the Text drop-down list. Edit Overlay window appears.
Printing features 204 4. Special Features Print Mode (CLP-68xND Series/ CLP-68xDW Series only) • This feature is available only if you have installed the opti onal memory or mass storage device (HDD) (see "Variety feature" on page 8). • Some menus may not appear on the display depending on option s or models.
Printing features 205 4. Special Features Job Accounting This option allows you to print with the given permission. • User permission: If you check this option, only users with user permission can start a print job. • Group permission: If you check this option, on ly groups with group permi ssi on can start a print job.
Printing features 206 4. Special Features 6 Using Direct Printing Utility • Direct Printing Utility may not be available depending on model or optional goods (see "Software" on page 7).
Printing features 207 4. Special Features Using the right-click menu 1 Right-click on the PDF file to print and select Direct Printing . The Direct Printing Utilit y window appears with th e PDF file is ad ded. 2 Select the machine to use. 3 Customize the machine settings.
Printing features 208 4. Special Features Changing printer settings You can use advanced printing fea tures when using your machine. Open an application and select Print from the File menu. The machine name, which appears in the prin ter properties window, may differ depending on the machine in use.
Printing features 209 4. Special Features Using help Click the question mark on the bottom-left corner of the window and click on the topic you want to know about. A po p-up window appear s with information about that option's feature, wh ich is provided from the driver.
Printing features 210 4. Special Features • Advanced: Sets the print resolution, pape r source, and destination. 5 Click Apply to apply the changes and close the Properties window. 6 Click OK in the LPR GUI window to start printing. 7 The Printing window appear s, allowing you to monit or the status of your print job.
Printing features 211 4. Special Features 4 Click OK to apply the changes and close the Printer Properties window. 9 Unix printing Some features may not be available de pending on models or options. It means that the features are not suppo rted (see "Features by models" on page 7).
Printing features 212 4. Special Features Automatic/manual duplex printing may not be available depending on models. You can alternatively use the lpr printing system or other applications for odd-even printing. • Multiple pages: Print several pages on on e side of the paper.
213 4. Special Features Using optional device features • CLP-68xND Series/ CLP-68xDW Series only. • Some features may not be available depending depending on model or optional goods (see "Variety feature" on page 8).
Using optional device features 214 4. Special Features Some menus may not appear on the display depending on options or models. I f so, i t is not a pplicab le to your machin e. • Active Job : All of the print jobs waiting to be printed are listed in the active job queue in the order you sent them to the printe r.
5. Useful Management Tools This chapter introduces manag ement tools provid ed to help you make full use of your machine. • Easy Capture Manager 216 • Samsung AnyWeb Print 217 • Samsung Easy Col.
216 5. Useful Management Tools Easy Capture Manager • This feature may not be av ailable depending on mode l or optional goods (see "Software" o n page 7). • Available for Windows OS users only (see "Software" on page 7). Capture your screen and launch Easy Capture Manager by simply pressing the Print Screen key.
217 5. Useful Management Tools Samsung AnyWeb Print • This feature may not be av ailable depending on mode l or optional goods (see "Software" o n page 7). • Available for Windows and Mac OS user s only (see "Software" on page 7).
218 5. Useful Management Tools Samsung Easy Color Manager Samsung Easy Color Manager helps users do fine adjustmen ts with 6 color tones and other prop erties, such as brightness, contras t, and saturation. Color tone changes can be saved as a profile and can be used from the dri ver or from inside of the machine.
219 5. Useful Management Tools Easy Eco Driver • This feature may not be av ailable depending on mode l or optional goods (see "Software" o n page 7). • Available for Windows OS users only (see "Software" on page 7). With the Easy Eco Driver, you ca n apply Eco features to save paper and toner before prin ting.
220 5. Useful Management Tools Using SyncThru™ Web Service • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher is the minimum requirement for SyncThru™ Web Service . • SyncThru™ Web Service explanati on in this user’s guide may diffe r from your machine depending on its options or models.
Using SyncThru™ Web Service 221 5. Useful Management Tools Information tab This tab gives you general information about your machine. You can check things, such as remaining amount of tone r. You can also print reports, such as an error report. • Active Alerts: Shows the alerts that have occurred in the machine and their severity.
Using SyncThru™ Web Service 222 5. Useful Management Tools 3 E-mail notification setup You can receive emails abo ut your machine’s status by setting this option.
223 5. Useful Management Tools Using Samsung Easy Printer Manager • This feature may not be available depending on model or optional goods (see "Software" on page 7). • Available for Windows and Mac OS user s only (see "Software" on page 7).
Using Samsung Easy Printer Manager 224 5. Useful Management Tools Select the Help menu or click the button from the window and click on any option you want to know about. 6 Advanced settings user interface overview The advanced user in terface is intended to be used by the person responsible for managing the network and machines.
Using Samsung Easy Printer Manager 225 5. Useful Management Tools Some menus may not appear in the display depending on options or models. I f so, i t is not a pplicab le to your machin e. Device Settings You can configure various machine setti ngs such as machine setup, paper, layout, emulation, network, and print information.
226 5. Useful Management Tools Using Samsung Printer Status The Samsung Printer Status is a program that monitors and informs you of the machine status. • The Samsung Printer Statu s window and its contents shown in this user’s guide may differ depending on the machine or operati ng system in use.
Using Samsung Printer Status 227 5. Useful Management Tools 2 Option You can set printing job alert relat ed settings. 3 Order Supplies You can order replacement toner cartridge(s) from online. 4 User’s Guide You can view the online User’s Guide. This button opens the Troubleshooting Guide when an error oc curs.
228 5. Useful Management Tools Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator The Unified Driver Configur ator is a tool primarily intended for configuring machine devices. You need to install Unified Linux Driv er to use Unified Driver Configurator (see "Installation for Linux" on page 130).
Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator 229 5. Useful Management Tools To use the on screen help, the Help or button from the window . 3 After changing the configurations, click Exit to close the Unified Driver Configurator . 9 Printers configuratio n Printers configuration has the two tabs: Printers and Classes .
Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator 230 5. Useful Management Tools The printer control buttons are, as follows: • Refresh: Renews the available machines list. • Add Printer: Allows you to add a new machines. • Remove Printer: Removes the selected machine.
Using the Linux Unified Driver Configurator 231 5. Useful Management Tools 10 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.
6. Troubleshooting This chapter gives helpful in formation for what to do if you encounter an error. • Paper feeding problems 233 • Power and cable connecting problems 234 • Printing problems 23.
233 6. Troubleshooting Paper feeding problems Condition Suggested solutions Paper jams during printing. Clear the paper jam. Paper sticks together. • Check the maximum paper cap acity of the tr ay. • Make sure that you are using the correct type of pap er.
234 6. Troubleshooting Power and cable connecting problems Click this link to open an anim ation about solving power proble ms. Condition Suggested solutions The machine is not receiving power, or the connection cable between the computer and the machine is not connected properly.
235 6. Troubleshooting Printing problems Condition Possible cause Suggested solutions The machine does not print. The machine is not receiving power. Connect the machine to the electricity supply first. If the machine has a ( Power ) button on the co ntrol, press it.
Printing problems 236 6. Troubleshooting The machine does not print. The machine may be configured incorrectly. Check the Printing Preferences to ensure that all of the print settings are correct. The printer driver may be incorrectly installe d. Uninstall and reinstall the machine’s driver.
Printing problems 237 6. Troubleshooting The wrong printer driver was selected. Check the application’s printer selection menu to ensure that your machine is selected. The software application is malfunctioning. T ry printing a job from another application.
Printing problems 238 6. Troubleshooting The machine does not print custom-sized pa per, such as billing paper. Paper size and pape r size setting do not match. Set the correct pap er size in the Custom in Paper tab in Printing Preferences (see "Opening printing preferences" on page 43).
239 6. Troubleshooting Printing quality problems If the inside of the machin e is dirty or paper has been loaded improperly, there might be a reduction in print quality.
Printing quality problems 240 6. Troubleshooting Toner specks • The paper may not meet specifications; for ex ample, the paper may be too moist or rough. • The transfer roller may be dirty. Cl ean the inside of your machine (see "Cleaning the machine" on page 74).
Printing quality problems 241 6. Troubleshooting Vertical lines If black vertical streaks appear on the page: • The surface (drum part) of the toner cartridge inside the machin e has probably been scratched. Remove the toner cartridge and install a new one (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 62).
Printing quality problems 242 6. Troubleshooting Vertical repetitive defects If marks repeatedly appear on the printe d side of the page at even intervals: • The toner cartridge may be damaged. If you still have the same problem, remove the toner cart ridge and, install a new one (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 62).
Printing quality problems 243 6. Troubleshooting Misformed characters • If characters are improperly formed and producing hollow im ages, the paper stock may be too slick. Try different paper. Page skew • Ensure that the paper is loaded properly. • Check the paper type and quality.
Printing quality problems 244 6. Troubleshooting Wrinkles or creases • Ensure that the paper is loaded properly. • Check the paper type and quality. • Turn the stack of paper over in the tray. Also try rotating the paper 180° in the tray. Back of printouts are dirty • Check for leaking toner.
Printing quality problems 245 6. Troubleshooting Loose toner • Clean the inside of the machine (see "Cleaning the machine" on page 74). • Check the paper type, thickness, and quality. • Remove the toner cartridge and then, install a new one (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 62).
Printing quality problems 246 6. Troubleshooting Curl If the printed paper i s curled or pa per does not feed into the machine: • Turn the stack of paper over in the tray. Also try rotating the paper 180° in the tray. • Change the printer’s paper option and try again.
247 6. Troubleshooting Operating system problems 1 Common Windows problems Refer to the Microsoft Windows User’s Guide that came with yo ur computer for further informat ion on Windows error messages. Condition Suggested solutions “File in Use” message appears during installation.
Operating system problems 248 6. Troubleshooting 2 Common Mac problems Refer to the Mac User’s Guide that came with your computer for further information on Mac error messages. Condition Suggested solutions The machine does not print PDF files correctly.
Operating system problems 249 6. Troubleshooting 3 Common Linux problems condition Suggested solutions The machine does not print. • Check if the printer driver is installed in your syst em. Open Unifie d Driver Configurator and switch to the Printers tab in Printers configuration window to look at the list of available mach ines.
Operating system problems 250 6. Troubleshooting Refer to the Linux User’s Guide that came with your computer for further information on Linux error messages. I encounter error “Cannot open port device file” when printing a document. Avoid changing print job parameters (via LPR GUI, for example) while a print job is in progress.
Operating system problems 251 6. Troubleshooting 4 Common PostScript problems The following situations are PS language specific and may occur when several printer languages are used. Problem Possible cause Solution The PostScript file cannot be printed The PostScri pt driver may not be installed correctly.
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256 Glossary Glossary The following glossary helps you get fa miliar with the product by understanding the terminologies common ly used with printing as well as mentioned in this user’s guide. 802.11 802.11 is a set of stand ards for wireless local area network (WLAN) communication, developed by the IEEE LAN/MAN Stand ards Committee (IEEE 802).
Glossary 257 Glossary BOOTP Bootstrap Protocol. A network protocol used by a network client to obtain its IP address automatically. This is usually done in the bootstrap process of computers or operating systems running on them. The BOOTP servers assign the IP address from a pool of addresses to each client .
Glossary 258 Glossary DHCP A Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a client-server networking protocol. A DHCP server provides configurat ion parameters specific to the DHCP client host requesting, generally, informat ion required by the client host to participate on an IP netwo rk.
Glossary 259 Glossary ECM Error Correction Mode (ECM) is an optional transmission mode built into Class 1 fax machines or fax modems. It automa tically detects and corrects errors in the fax transmission process that are some times caused by telephone line noise.
Glossary 260 Glossary Gateway A connection between computer networ ks, or between a c omputer network and a telephone line. It is very popular, as it is a computer or a network that allows access to anothe r computer or network.
Glossary 261 Glossary IPM The Images Per Minute (IPM) is a way of me asuring the speed of a printer. An IPM rate indicates the number of single-sided sheets a printer can complete within one minute.
Glossary 262 Glossary LDAP The Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) is a netwo rking protocol for querying and modifying directory services running over TCP/IP. LED A Light-Emitting Diod e (LED) is a semiconductor d evice that indicates the status of a machine.
Glossary 263 Glossary NetWare 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 archetyp al Xerox XNS stack. Today NetWare supports TCP/IP as well as IPX/SPX.
Glossary 264 Glossary PostScript PostScript (PS) is a page description language and programming language used primarily in the electronic an d desktop publishing areas. - that is run in an interpreter to generate an image. Printer Driver A program used to send commands and transfer data from the computer to the printer.
Glossary 265 Glossary SMB Server Message Block (SMB) is a network protocol mainly applied to share files, printers, serial ports, and miscellan eous communications between nodes on a network. It also provides an authen ticated Inter-process communication mechanism.
Glossary 266 Glossary TWAIN An industry standard for scanners an d software. By using a TWAIN-compliant scanner with a TWAIN-compliant program, a scan can be initiated from within the program. It is an im age capture API for Microso ft Windows and Apple Mac operating systems.
Glossary 267 Glossary WPA-PSK WPA-PSK (WPA Pre-Share d Key) is special mode of WPA for small business or home users. A shared key, or password, is configu red in the wir eless access point (WAP) and any wireless laptop or desk top devices.
268 Index Index A accessories installing 68 ordering 56 AirPrint 172 AnyWeb Print 217 B backing up data 50 buttons eco 19 print screen 19 wps 19 C cleaning inside 75 outside 74 pickup roller 77 cleani.
Index 269 Index paper in the tray1 31 paper in the tray 1 / optional trays 31 special media 35 M Mac common Mac problems 248 driver installation for network connected 140 driver installation for USB c.
Index 270 Index mobileprint 171 print media card stock 39 envelope 36 glossy paper 40 labels 38 output support 104 preprinted paper 39 setting the paper size 40 setting the paper type 40 special media.
Index 271 Index T toner cartridge estimated lif e 59 handling instructions 58 non-Samsung and re filled 58 redistributing toner 60 replacing the cartridge 62 storing 58 tray adjusting the width and le.
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