Samsung ML-186XW Select Install now, Open the Applications folder Utilities Print Setup Utility

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3. Select Install now.

If necessary, select a language from the drop-down list.

The Advanced Installation has an option, Custom Installation. The Custom Installation allows you to select the machine’s connection and choose individual component to install. Follow the instruction on the window.

4.Read the License Agreement, and select I accept the terms of the License Agreement. Then, click Next.

The software searches for the machine.

5.The searched machines will be shown on the screen. Select the one you wish to use and click Next.

If the software searched only one machine, the confirmation window appears.

6.After the installation is finished, a window asking you to print a test page appears. If you want to print a test page, click Print a test page. Otherwise, just click Next and skip to step 8.

7.If the test page prints out correctly, click Yes. If not, click No to reprint it.

8.If you want to register your machine on Samsung web site, click On-line Registration.

9.Click Finish.

If the printer driver does not work properly, follow the steps below to repair or reinstall the driver.

a)Make sure that the machine is connected to your machine and powered on.

b)From the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs > Samsung Printers > your printer driver name > Maintenance.

c)Select the option you wish to execute, then follow the instruction on the window.

Macintosh

The software CD that came with your machine provides you with the PPD file that allows you to use the CUPS driver or PostScript driver(only available when you use a machine which supports the PostScript driver) for printing on a Macintosh computer.

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 Macintosh desktop.

4.Double-click the MAC_Installer folder.

5.Double-click the Installer OS X icon.

6.Enter the password and click OK.

7.The Samsung Installer window opens. Click Continue.

8.Read the license agreement and click Continue.

9.Click Agree to agree to the license agreement.

10.Select Easy Install and click Install. Easy Install is recommended for most users. All components necessary for machine operations will be installed.

If you select Custom Install, you can choose individual components to install.

11.When the message which warns that all applications will close on your computer appears, click Continue.

12.After the installation is finished, click Quit.

13.Open the Applications folder > Utilities > Print Setup Utility.

For Mac OS X 10.5~10.6, open the Applications folder > System Preferences and click Print & Fax.

14.Click Add on the Printer List.

For Mac OS X 10.5~10.6, click the “+” icon; a display window will pop up.

15.For Mac OS X 10.3, select the USB tab.

For Mac OS X10.4, click Default Browser and find the USB connection.

For Mac OS X 10.5~10.6, click Default and find the USB connection.

16.For Mac OS X 10.3, if Auto Select does not work properly, select Samsung in Printer Model and your machine name in Model Name.

For Mac OS X 10.4, if Auto Select does not work properly, select Samsung in Print Using and your machine name in Model.

For Mac OS X 10.5~10.6, if Auto Select does not work properly, select Select a driver to use... and your machine name in Print Using.

Your machine appears on the Printer List, and is set as the default machine.

17.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.

e)Double-click the Installer OS X icon.

f)Enter the password and click OK.

g)The Samsung Installer window opens. Click Continue.

h)Select Uninstall and click Uninstall.

i)When the message which warns that all applications will close on your computer appears, Click Continue.

j)When the uninstall is done, click Quit.

Linux

You need to download Linux software packages from the Samsung website to install the printer software.

Follow the steps below to install the software.

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Contents Mono Laser Printer Copyright Safety information Important safety symbolsOperating environment Explanation of all icons and signs used in the user’s guideOperating method Installation / Moving Maintenance / Checking Supply usageLaser Safety Statement Ozone SafetyPower Save Regulatory informationRecycling Radio Frequency EmissionsUnited States of America only FCC Information to the UserCanadian Radio Interference Regulations Declaration of Conformity European Countries Important warningApprovals and Certifications EC CertificationWireless Guidance Regulatory Compliance StatementsIsrael only China only About this user’s guide ConventionConvention Description Example Finding more information Material name DescriptionFeatures of your new product Special FeaturesFeatures by Model ML-186xW SeriesIntroduction Machine overviewFront view This chapter includesRear view Wireless Control panel overviewUnderstanding the status LED Introducing the useful buttons Power On/Off Cancel print job Turning on the machine Setting up the hardware Getting startedSupplied software System requirementsInstalling USB connected machine’s driver MacintoshLinux Select Install now Open the Applications folder Utilities Print Setup UtilitySelect Uninstall and click Uninstall Click Add on the Printer ListInstalling the Unified Linux Driver Installing the SmartPanelInstalling the Printer Settings Utility Double click cdroot Linux smartpanel install.shWireless network setup Network environmentIntroducing useful network programs Getting startedPrinting network configuration report Choosing the wireless network installation typeSetting a wireless network with the WPS button Setting a wireless network from the computer Setting a wireless network with USB cableRe-connecting to the wireless network Canceling a wireless network connection processOperation Mode Select Infrastructure Wireless Network Setting Complete window appearsCase 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 MacintoshCompleting the installation TroubleshootingSolving other problems Wireless network setup Basic setup Setting the default tray and paperAltitude adjustment From your computerMedia sizes supported in each mode Media and traySelecting print media Changing the tray sizeTips on using the manual feeding method Loading paper in the trayTray Manual feeding in the trayPrinting on special media Types Tray Manual feeding TrayaPlain Thick Thin Envelopes TransparenciesLabels Acceptable UnacceptableUsing the output support Card stock/Custom-sized paperLetterhead/Preprinted paper Single-sided Double-sidedPrinter driver features Feature WindowsPrinting Basic printingUsing help Using special print featuresCanceling a print job Using a favorite settingPrinting multiple pages on one sheet of paper Printing postersPrinting booklets Manual Printing on both sides of the paper ManualUsing watermarks Using overlaysChange percentage of your document Fitting your document to a selected paper sizeChanging the default print settings Using an overlayPrint quality options Creating a new overlaySetting your machine as a default machine Changing printer settingsPrinting to a file PRN Macintosh printingLinux printing Printing from applicationsConfiguring printer properties Open the Unified Driver ConfiguratorPrinting files Printer Properties window opensUsing the Smart Panel program Management toolsIntroducing useful management tools Understanding Smart PanelUsing the Unified Linux Driver Configurator Changing the Smart Panel Program SettingsOpening the Unified Driver Configurator Printers configuration windowUsing SyncThru Web Service Ports configurationTo access SyncThru Web Service Logging into SyncThru Web ServiceSyncThru Web Service overview Setting the system administrator informationMaintenance Cleaning a machineCleaning the outside Cleaning the insideStoring the toner cartridge Tips for moving & storing your machineHandling instructions Use of non-Samsung and refilled toner cartridgeTroubleshooting Redistributing tonerTips for avoiding paper jams Clearing paper jamsInside the machine Solving other problems Power problemsCondition Suggested solutions Paper feeding problems Printing problemsCondition Possible cause Suggested solutions Selects print Materials from PrintingWrong Preferences Printing Preferences. Select Paper source Print job isPrinting quality problems ConditionCurl or wave Wrinkles orCreases Back of printoutsCommon Windows problems Common Linux problemsCommon Macintosh problems How to purchase Available supplies Available maintenance partsSupplies Replacing the toner cartridgeSupplies Specifications Hardware specificationsEnvironmental specifications Electrical specificationsPrint media specifications Contact samsung worldwide Country/Region Customer Care Center Web SiteGuatemala Honduras Philippines Glossary Dot Matrix Printer DuplexDuty Cycle EmulationITU-T No chart IeeeIntranet IP addressResolution NetWareOriginals PostScriptSubnet Mask Toner CartridgeUNC Path Watermark