USING THE SMART PANEL PROGRAM

Smart Panel is a program that monitors and informs you of the machine status, and allows you to customize the machine’s settings. For Winodws and Macintosh, Smart Panel is installed automatically when you install the machine software. For Linux, you can download Smart Panel from Samsung website and install (See "Installing the SmartPanel" on page 32).

To use this program, you need the following system requirements:

Windows. Check for windows operating system(s) compatible with your machine (See "System requirements" on page 30).

Mac OS X 10.3 or higher.

Linux. Check for Linux systems that are compatible with your machine (See "System requirements" on page 30).

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If you need to know the exact model name of your machine, you can check the supplied software CD.

Understanding Smart Panel

If an error occurs while printing, you can check the error from the Smart Panel.

You can also launch Smart Panel manually. Double-click the Smart Panel icon on the Windows task bar (in Windows), or Notification Area (in Linux). You can also click it on the status bar (in Mac OS X).

Windows

 

Double-click this icon in Windows.

 

 

 

Macintosh

 

Click this icon in Mac OS X.

 

 

 

Linux

 

Click this icon in Linux.

 

 

 

Or, if you are a Windows user, you can launch it from the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs > Samsung Printers > your printer driver name > Smart Panel.

If you have already installed more than one Samsung machine, first select the correct machine model you want in order to access the corresponding Smart Panel.

Right-click (in Windows or Linux) or click (in Mac OS X) the Smart Panel icon and select your machine.

The Smart Panel window and its contents shown in this user’s guide may differ depending on the machine or operating system in use.

The Smart Panel program displays the current status of the machine, the level of toner remaining in the toner cartridge(s), and various other types of information. You can also change settings.

Toner Level

View the level of toner remaining in the toner

 

cartridge(s). The machine and the number of toner

1

cartridge(s) shown in the above window may differ

 

depending on the machine in use. Some machines

 

do not have this feature.

2Buy Now Order replacement toner cartridge(s) online.

User’s Guide

View User’s Guide.

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This button changes to Troubleshooting

Guide when error occurs. You can directly

 

open troubleshooting section in the user’s

 

guide.

 

 

Printer

Configure various machine settings in the Printer

Setting

Settings Utility window. Some machines do not

 

have this feature.

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If you connect your machine to a network,

 

the SyncThru™ Web Service window

 

appears instead of the Printer Settings Utility

 

window.

 

 

Driver Setting

Set all of the machine options you need in the

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Printing Preferences window. This feature is

available only for Windows (See "Opening printing

 

 

preferences" on page 53).

Opening the Troubleshooting Guide

Find solutions for problems by using the Troubleshooting Guide.

Right-click (in Windows or Linux) or click (in Mac OS X) the Smart Panel icon and select Troubleshooting Guide.

Changing the Smart Panel Program Settings

Right-click (in Windows or Linux) or click (in Mac OS X) the Smart Panel icon and select Options. Select the settings you want from the Options window.

SMARTHRU

The supplied software CD provides you with SmarThru. SmarThru offers you convenient features to use with your machine.

Starting SmarThru

Follow the steps below to start SmarThru:

1.Make sure that your machine and computer are turned on and properly connected to each other.

2.Once you have installed SmarThru, you will see the SmarThru icon on your desktop.

3.Double-click the SmarThru icon.

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Samsung SCX-4600 Using the Smart Panel Program, Smarthru, Understanding Smart Panel, Opening the Troubleshooting Guide

SCX-4600, SCX-4623 specifications

The Samsung SCX-4623 and SCX-4600 are multifunction laser printers designed for small to medium-sized businesses and home offices. They combine printing, scanning, copying, and faxing capabilities in one compact device, making them ideal for users looking for efficiency and versatility.

One of the standout features of the SCX-4623 is its printing speed, which reaches up to 24 pages per minute for black and white documents. This swift performance is complemented by a first page-out time of about 8.5 seconds, ensuring that users can quickly print their essential documents without long waits. High-quality output is achieved thanks to a print resolution of up to 1200 x 1200 dpi, delivering sharp and clear text and images.

The SCX-4600 shares many of these features but also includes specific enhancements aimed at improving user experience. This model is equipped with a user-friendly control panel that simplifies navigation through various functions, from printing to scanning. Both devices utilize Samsung’s innovative AnyWeb Print technology, allowing users to easily collect and utilize content from multiple web pages without the hassle of switching between different windows.

In terms of scanning capabilities, both models come with a flatbed scanner that supports a range of resolutions up to 1200 x 1200 dpi. This enables users to scan documents and images with precision. Additionally, the SCX-4623 offers an automatic document feeder (ADF), which can streamline the scanning and copying of multi-page documents, making workflows more efficient.

These printers also feature Samsung's Easy Eco Driver, which helps reduce toner usage and energy consumption, making them environmentally friendly without sacrificing quality. The SCX-4623 and SCX-4600 support various connectivity options, including USB and network printing, ensuring seamless integration into any office environment.

With a compact design, these models are tailored for spaces where desk real estate is limited. Both printers come with a range of security features, including password protection for documents, ensuring sensitive information remains secure.

In summary, the Samsung SCX-4623 and SCX-4600 are robust multifunction printers that provide excellent printing, scanning, copying, and faxing capabilities. Their speed, quality, and user-friendly features make them valuable assets for any office setting, combining technology and functionality in one reliable package.