Samsung ML-2855ND-TAA User Guide - Page 25

Getting started

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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:

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Setting up the hardware

•

Supplied software

•

System requirements

•

Installing USB connected machine’s driver

•

Sharing your machine locally

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:

1.

Select a stable location.

Select a level, stable place with adequate space for air circulation. Allow

extra space to open covers and trays.

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). Refer to the

altitude setting to optimize your printing. (See "Altitude adjustment" on

page 35.)

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 38.)

6.

Make sure that all cables are connected to the machine.

7.

Turn the machine on.

SUPPLIED SOFTWARE

•

Printer driver :

Use this driver to take full advantage of

your machine’s features.

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PostScript Printer Driver :

Use the PostScript driver

to print documents with complex fonts and graphics in

the PS language. (PostScript printer description file is

included.)

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Smart Panel :

This program allows you to monitor the

machine’s status and alerts you when an error occurs

during printing.

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Direct Printing Utility :

This program allows you to

print PDF files directly.

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SetIP :

Use this program to set your machine’s TCP/IP

addresses.

•

PostScript Printer Driver :

Use this file to run your

machine from a Macintosh computer and print

documents. (PostScript printer description file is

included.)

•

Smart Panel :



during printing.

•

Unified Linux Driver :

Use this driver to take full

advantage of your machine’s features.

•

Printer Description (PPD) file :

Use this file to run

your machine from a Linux computer and print

documents.

•

Smart Panel :



during printing.

After you have set up your machine and connected it to your computer. You

must install the printer software using the supplied CD . The software CD

provides you with the following software.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Before you begin, ensure that your system meets the following

requirements:

OS

CONTENTS

Windows

Macintosh

Linux

Section	Page
Copyright	2
Contents	3
Safety information	7
Regulatory information	11
About this user’s guide	17
Features of your new product	19
1. Introduction	21
Machine overview	21
Front view	21
Rear view	22
Control panel overview	23
Understanding the control panel	24
Status LED	24
Buttons	24
2. Getting started	25
Setting up the hardware	25
Supplied software	25
System requirements	25
Windows	26
Macintosh	26
Linux	26
Installing USB connected machine’s driver	26
Windows	26
Macintosh	27
Linux	28
Sharing your machine locally	29
Windows	29
Macintosh	29
3. Network setup	31
Network environment	31
Introducing useful network programs	31
SyncThru™ Web Service	31
SyncThru™ Web Admin Service	31
SetIP	31
Configuring TCP/IP	31
Setting the network address	31
Installing network connected machine’s driver	32
Windows	32
Macintosh	32
Linux	34
4. Basic setup	35
Altitude adjustment	35
Changing the display language	35
Setting job timeout	35
Using Power saving feature	35
Setting the default tray and paper	35
In the control panel	35
In the computer	36
Changing font setting	36
5. Media and tray	37
Selecting print media	37
Guidelines to select the print media	37
Media sizes supported in each mode	37
Changing the tray size	37
Loading paper in the tray	38
Tray 1 / optional tray	38
Multi-purpose tray	38
Printing on special media	39
Envelope	40
Transparency	40
Labels	40
Card stock/ Custom-sized paper	41
Letterhead / Preprinted paper	41
Photo	41
Glossy	41
Setting the paper size and type	41
Using the output support	42
Stacking papers firmly	42
6. Printing	43
Printer driver features	43
PCL printer driver	43
PostScript printer driver	43
Basic printing	43
Canceling a print job	44
Opening Printing Preferences	44
Using a favorite setting	44
Using help	44
Using special print features	44
Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paper	44
Printing posters	45
Printing booklets	45
Printing on both sides of paper	45
Change percentage of your document	45
Fitting your document to a selected paper size	46
Using watermarks	46
Using overlay	46
Changing the default print settings	47
Setting your machine as a default machine	47
Printing to a file (PRN)	47
Macintosh printing	48
Printing a document	48
Changing printer settings	48
Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paper	49
Printing on both sides of paper	49
Linux printing	49
Printing from applications	49
Printing files	50
Configuring Printer Properties	50
Printing with PS driver	50
Understanding PS driver’s Printing Preferences	51
7. Machine status and advanced features	53
Accessing the menu	53
Information	53
Layout	53
Paper	54
Graphic	54
System setup	54
Emulation	55
Network	55
8. Management tools	56
Introducing useful management tools	56
Using SyncThru™ Web Service	56
To access SyncThru™Web Service:	56
SyncThru™Web Service overview	56
E-mail Notification Setup	56
Using the Smart Panel program	57
Understanding Smart Panel	57
Changing the Smart Panel Program Settings	57
Using SetIP program	57
Windows	58
Printing out the machine’s MAC address	58
Setting network values	58
Macintosh	58
Linux	58
Using the Unified Linux Driver Configurator	58
Opening the Unified Driver Configurator	58
Printers Configuration	59
Ports configuration	60
9. Maintenance	61
Printing a machine report	61
Monitoring the supplies life	61
Using Toner Low Alert	61
Cleaning a machine	61
Cleaning the outside	61
Printing a cleaning sheet	61
Cleaning the inside	61
Storing the Toner cartridge	62
Handling instructions	62
Use of non-Samsung and refilled toner cartridge	62
Estimated cartridge life	63
Tips for moving & storing your machine	63
10. Troubleshooting	64
Redistributing toner	64
Tips for avoiding paper curls	64
Tips for avoiding paper jams	65
Clearing paper jams	65
In tray 1	65
In optional tray 2	65
In the multi-purpose tray	66
Inside the machine	66
In exit area	66
In the duplex unit area	66
Understanding display messages	67
Solving other problems	70
Paper feeding problems	70
Printing problems	70
Printing quality problems	72
Common PostScript problems	74
Common Windows problems	75
Common Linux problems	75
Common Macintosh problems	76
11. Supplies and accessories	77
How to purchase	77
Available supplies	77
Available accessories	77
Available maintenance Parts	77
Replacing the toner cartridge	78
Necessary Precautions to take when installing accessories	78
Activating the added accessories in printer properties	78
Upgrading a memory module	79
Installing a memory module	79
12. Specifications	80
General specifications	80
Printer specifications	81
Print media specifications	82
Contact SAMSUNG worldwide	83
Glossary	85

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