9 Using Your Printer in Linux

You can use your machine in a Linux environment.

This chapter includes:

Getting Started

Installing the Unified Linux Driver

Using the Unified Driver Configurator

Configuring Printer Properties

Printing a Document

Scanning a Document

Installing the Unified Linux Driver

Installing the Unified Linux Driver

1Make sure that you connect your machine to your computer. Turn both the computer and the machine on.

2When the Administrator Login window appears, type in root in the Login field and enter the system password.

NOTE: You must log in as a super user (root) to install the printer software. If you are not a super user, ask your system administrator.

3Insert the printer software CD-ROM. The CD-ROM will automatically run.

Getting Started

The supplied CD-ROM provides you with the Unified Linux Driver package for using your machine with a Linux computer.

The Unified Linux Driver package contains printer and scanner drivers, providing the ability to print documents and scan images. The package also delivers powerful applications for configuring your machine and further processing of the scanned documents.

If the CD-ROM does not automatically run, click the icon at the bottom of the desktop. When the Terminal screen appears, type in:

If the CD-ROM is secondary master and the location to mount is /mnt/cdrom,

[root@localhost root]#mount -t iso9660 /dev/hdc /mnt/ cdrom

[root@localhost root]#cd /mnt/cdrom/Linux [root@localhost root]#./install.sh

After the driver is installed on your Linux system, the driver package allows you to monitor a number of machine devices via fast ECP parallel ports and USB simultaneously. The acquired documents can then be edited, printed on the same local or network machine devices, sent by e-mail, uploaded to an FTP site, or transferred to an external OCR system.

The Unified Linux Driver package is supplied with a smart and flexible installation program. You don't need to search for additional components that might be necessary for the Unified Linux Driver software: all required packages will be carried onto your system and installed automatically; this is possible on a wide set of the most popular Linux clones.

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NOTE: The installation program runs automatically if you have an autorun software package installed and configured.

4When the welcome screen appears, click Next.

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Muratec MFX-3050 manual Installing the Unified Linux Driver, Getting Started

MFX-3050 specifications

The Muratec MFX-3050 is a multifunctional printer designed to meet the demands of modern workplaces with its versatile features and advanced technology. This compact and robust device excels in delivering printing, copying, scanning, and faxing capabilities, making it an ideal solution for small to medium-sized businesses.

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The device features a user-friendly interface, equipped with a color touchscreen display that simplifies operation. Users can easily navigate through various functions, adjust settings, and monitor job status, enhancing overall productivity. The MFX-3050 also offers a range of connectivity options, including USB, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi, allowing seamless integration into any office network.

Another significant advantage of the MFX-3050 is its scanning capabilities. With the ability to scan at 600 dpi and a robust automatic document feeder, users can quickly digitize multi-page documents. The device supports various file formats, making it easy to share scanned files across different platforms.

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