Samsung ML-186XW Getting started, Setting up the hardware, Supplied software, System requirements

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getting started

This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the USB connected machine and software.

This chapter includes:

•Setting up the hardware

•Supplied software

Setting up the hardware

This section shows the steps to set up the hardware, as is explained in the Quick Install Guide. Make sure you read the Quick Install Guide first and follow the steps below:

Location

1.Select a stable location.

Select a level, stable place with adequate space for air circulation. Allow extra space for opening cover(s) and tray(s).

The area should be well ventilated and away from direct sunlight or sources of heat, cold, and humidity. Do not set the machine close to the edge of your desk or table.

Printing is suitable for altitudes under 1,000 m (3,281 ft).

Place the machine on a flat, stable surface so that there is no incline greater than 2 mm (0.08 inch). Otherwise, printing quality may be affected.

2.Unpack the machine and check all the enclosed items.

3.Remove tape holding the machine securely.

4.Install the toner cartridge.

5.Load paper. (See "Loading paper in the tray" on page 37.)

6.Make sure that all cables are connected to the machine.

7.Turn the machine on. (See "Turning on the machine" on page 21.)

•System requirements

•Installing USB connected machine’s driver

This machine will not operate when the power main fails.

Supplied software

After you have set up your machine and connected it to your computer, you must install the printer software. If you are a Windows or Macintosh OS user, install the software from the supplied CD and if you are a Linux OS user, download the software from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/printer) and install.

Machine software is occasionally updated for reasons like the release of new operating system and etc. If needed, download the latest version from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/printer).

OS

Contents

 

 

Windows

• 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.

Macintosh • 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.

•Printer Settings Utility: This program allows you to set up printer’s other options from your computer.

Linux

• Unified Linux 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.

System requirements

Before you begin, ensure that your system meets the following requirements:

Windows

Your machine supports the following Windows operating systems.

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Contents Mono Laser Printer Copyright Operating environment Safety informationImportant safety symbols Explanation of all icons and signs used in the user’s guideOperating method Installation / Moving Maintenance / Checking Supply usagePower Save Laser Safety StatementOzone Safety Regulatory informationUnited States of America only RecyclingRadio Frequency Emissions FCC Information to the UserCanadian Radio Interference Regulations Approvals and Certifications Declaration of Conformity European CountriesImportant warning EC CertificationRegulatory Compliance Statements Wireless GuidanceIsrael only China only Convention About this user’s guideConvention Description Example Finding more information Material name DescriptionFeatures of your new product Special FeaturesFeatures by Model ML-186xW SeriesFront view IntroductionMachine overview This chapter includesRear view Wireless Control panel overviewUnderstanding the status LED Introducing the useful buttonsCancel print job Power On/OffTurning on the machine Supplied software Setting up the hardwareGetting started System requirementsMacintosh Installing USB connected machine’s driverLinux Select Uninstall and click Uninstall Select Install nowOpen the Applications folder Utilities Print Setup Utility Click Add on the Printer ListInstalling the Printer Settings Utility Installing the Unified Linux DriverInstalling the SmartPanel Double click cdroot Linux smartpanel install.shIntroducing useful network programs Wireless network setupNetwork environment Getting startedChoosing the wireless network installation type Printing network configuration reportSetting a wireless network with the WPS button Re-connecting to the wireless network Setting a wireless network from the computerSetting a wireless network with USB cable Canceling a wireless network connection processWireless Network Setting Complete window appears Operation Mode Select InfrastructureCase of WPA For the Dhcp method For the Static methodCreating the infrastructure network in Macintosh Click on Wireless Setting and Installation Creating the Ad-Hoc network in MacintoshTroubleshooting Completing the installationSolving other problems Wireless network setup Altitude adjustment Basic setupSetting the default tray and paper From your computerSelecting print media Media sizes supported in each modeMedia and tray Changing the tray sizeTray Tips on using the manual feeding methodLoading paper in the tray Manual feeding in the trayTypes Tray Manual feeding Traya Printing on special mediaPlain Thick Thin Labels EnvelopesTransparencies Acceptable UnacceptableLetterhead/Preprinted paper Using the output supportCard stock/Custom-sized paper Single-sided Double-sidedPrinting Printer driver featuresFeature Windows Basic printingCanceling a print job Using helpUsing special print features Using a favorite settingPrinting booklets Manual Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paperPrinting posters Printing on both sides of the paper ManualChange percentage of your document Using watermarksUsing overlays Fitting your document to a selected paper sizePrint quality options Changing the default print settingsUsing an overlay Creating a new overlayPrinting to a file PRN Setting your machine as a default machineChanging printer settings Macintosh printingLinux printing Printing from applicationsPrinting files Configuring printer propertiesOpen the Unified Driver Configurator Printer Properties window opensIntroducing useful management tools Using the Smart Panel programManagement tools Understanding Smart PanelOpening the Unified Driver Configurator Using the Unified Linux Driver ConfiguratorChanging the Smart Panel Program Settings Printers configuration windowTo access SyncThru Web Service Using SyncThru Web ServicePorts configuration Logging into SyncThru Web ServiceSyncThru Web Service overview Setting the system administrator informationCleaning the outside MaintenanceCleaning a machine Cleaning the insideHandling instructions Storing the toner cartridgeTips for moving & storing your machine Use of non-Samsung and refilled toner cartridgeTips for avoiding paper jams TroubleshootingRedistributing toner Clearing paper jamsInside the machine Power problems Solving other problemsCondition Suggested solutions Printing problems Paper feeding problemsCondition Possible cause Suggested solutions Wrong Preferences Printing Preferences. Select Paper source Selects printMaterials from Printing Print job isPrinting quality problems ConditionCreases Curl or waveWrinkles or Back of printoutsCommon Windows problems Common Linux problemsCommon Macintosh problems Supplies How to purchase Available suppliesAvailable maintenance parts Replacing the toner cartridgeSupplies Environmental specifications SpecificationsHardware specifications Electrical specificationsPrint media specifications Contact samsung worldwide Country/Region Customer Care Center Web SiteGuatemala Honduras Philippines Glossary Duty Cycle Dot Matrix PrinterDuplex EmulationIntranet ITU-T No chartIeee IP addressOriginals ResolutionNetWare PostScriptUNC Path Subnet MaskToner Cartridge Watermark
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