SUPPLIED SOFTWARE

You must install the machine software using the supplied CD to use your machine as a printer and a scanner, after you have set up your machine and connected it to your computer. CD provides you with the following software.

CD

 

CONTENTS

 

 

 

Printer

Windows

Printer driver: Use this driver to take full

software CD

 

advantage of your printer’s features.

 

 

Scanner driver: TWAIN and Windows

 

 

Image Acquisition (WIA) drivers are

 

 

available for scanning documents on

 

 

your machine.

 

 

Smart Panel: This program allows you to

 

 

monitor the machine’s status and alerts

 

 

you when an error occurs during printing.

 

 

SmarThrua: This is the accompanying

 

 

Windows-based software for your

 

 

multifunctional machine.

 

 

SetIP: Use this program to set your

 

 

machine’s TCP/IP addresses.

 

 

 

 

Linux

Printer driver: Use this driver to run

 

 

your machine from a Linux computer

 

 

and print documents.

 

 

SANE: Use this driver to scan

 

 

documents.

 

 

Smart Panel: This program allows you

 

 

to monitor the machine’s status and

 

 

alerts you when an error occurs during

 

 

printing.

 

 

SetIP: Use this program to set your

 

 

machine’s TCP/IP addresses.

Macintosh • Printer driver: Use this driver to take full advantage of your printer’s features.

Scanner driver: TWAIN driver is available for scanning documents on your machine.

Smart Panel: This program allows you to monitor the machine’s status and alerts you when an error occurs during printing.

SetIP: Use this program to set your machine’s TCP/IP addresses.

a.Allows you to edit a scanned image in many ways using a powerful image editor and to send the image by email. You can also open another image editor program, like Adobe Photoshop, from SmarThru. For details, refer to the onscreen help supplied on the SmarThru program.

PRINTER DRIVER FEATURES

Your printer drivers support the following standard features:

Paper orientation, size, source and media type selection

Number of copies

In addition, you can use various special printing features. The following table shows a general overview of features supported by your printer drivers:

Printer driver

FEATURE

WINDOWS

LINUX

MACINTOSH

 

 

 

 

Color mode

O

O

O

 

 

 

 

Machine quality option

O

O

O

 

 

 

 

Poster printing

O

X

X

 

 

 

 

Multiple pages per sheet

O

O (2, 4)

O

(N-up)

 

 

 

Fit to page printing

O

X

Oa

Scale printing

O

X

O

 

 

 

 

Watermark

O

X

X

 

 

 

 

Overlay

O

X

X

 

 

 

 

a. This feature is supported only MAC OS X 10.4 ~ 10.5.

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Samsung CLX-3170 Supplied Software, Printer Driver Features, Printer driver, Contents, Feature Windows Linux Macintosh

CLX-3170 specifications

The Samsung CLX-3170 is a versatile color laser multifunction printer that provides an array of features suitable for both home and small office environments. This compact device combines printing, scanning, copying, and faxing capabilities in one unit, enhancing productivity while saving space. With its sleek design and user-friendly interface, the CLX-3170 is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

One of the standout features of the CLX-3170 is its ability to produce high-quality color prints at a resolution of up to 2400 x 600 dpi. This allows users to create vibrant documents, marketing materials, and images with precise detail and accuracy. Additionally, the printer boasts a printing speed of up to 19 pages per minute for black-and-white prints and up to 4 pages per minute for color prints, making it a reliable choice for users who require efficiency.

The CLX-3170 employs Samsung's unique Laser Beam Printing technology, which utilizes a laser to produce images on a drum. This technology not only enhances image quality but also reduces noise during operation, making it suitable for quiet office environments. The device is equipped with a flatbed scanner, which supports various media sizes and provides resolutions of up to 1200 x 1200 dpi for clear and detailed scans.

Another notable characteristic is its Eco Mode, which helps users save both toner and paper. This feature allows for easy duplex printing, reducing paper usage by enabling users to print on both sides of a page. This environmentally conscious approach is complemented by the printer's low-energy consumption, providing an eco-friendly printing solution.

Connectivity is another area where the CLX-3170 excels. It features USB 2.0 and Ethernet connectivity options, allowing seamless integration into different network environments. This makes it easy to share the printer among multiple users without compromising speed or quality.

Samsung’s easy-to-use control panel simplifies the operation of the CLX-3170, featuring a two-line LCD display and intuitive buttons for easy navigation. The printer also supports various media types, including plain paper, glossy paper, and envelopes, showing its versatility in handling diverse printing tasks.

In summary, the Samsung CLX-3170 is a well-rounded multifunction printer that brings together advanced printing technology, quality performance, and eco-friendly features. Its compact size, high-quality output, and efficient operation make it a strong contender for those seeking reliable printing solutions for small-scale applications.