Samsung ML-4512ND-XAA User Manual
User’s Guide
Basic
ML-451x Series
ML-501x Series
imagine the possibilities
This guide provides information concerning installation, basic operation and troubleshooting on
windows.
Contents
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1. Introduction
5 Key benefits
7 Features by models
8 Useful to know
9 About this user’s guide
10 Safety information
16 Machine overview
19 Control panel overview
21 Turning on the machine
22 Installing the driver locally
23 Reinstalling the driver
2. Menu overview and basic setup
3. Maintenance
54 Ordering supplies and accessories
55 Available supplies
56 Available accessories
58 Available maintenance parts
59 Redistributing toner
61 Replacing the toner cartridge
63 Replacing the imaging unit
65 Upgrading a memory module
66 Installing a mass storage device
67 Replacing the stapler cartridge
68 Monitoring the supplies life
69 Setting the toner low alert
70 Cleaning the machine
25 Menu overview
31 Printing a demo page
32 Changing the display language
33 Media and tray
44 Basic printing
50 Using USB memory device
4. Troubleshooting
74 Tips for avoiding paper jams
75 Clearing paper jams
91 Understanding the status LED
93 Understanding display messages
Contents
5. Appendix
106 Specifications
116
117 Regulatory information
125 Copyright
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1. Introduction
This chapter provides information you need to know before using the
machine.
•Key benefits 5
•Features by models 7
•Useful to know 8
• About this user’s guide 9
• Safety information 10
• Machine overview 16
• Control panel overview 19
• Turning on the machine 21
• Installing the driver locally 22
• Reinstalling the driver 23
Key benefits
Environmentally friendly
• To save toner and paper, this machine supports Eco feature.
• To save paper, you can print multiple pages on one single sheet of
paper (see Advanced Guide).
• To save paper, you can print on both sides of the paper (doublesided printing) (see Advanced Guide).
• To save electricity, this machine automatically conserves electricity
by substantially reducing power consumption when not in use.
Print with excellent quality and speed
- For duplex printing, 27 ipm (A4) or 28 ipm (Letter).
For ML-501x Series:
- For single-side printing, 48 ppm (A4) or 50 ppm (Letter).
- For duplex printing, 31 ipm (A4) or 32 ipm (Letter).
Convenience
• Samsung Easy Printer Manager and Samsung Printer Status (or Smart
Panel) are programs that monitors and informs you of the machine’s
status and allows you to customize the machine’s settings (see
Advanced Guide).
• AnyWeb Print helps you screen-capture, preview, scrap, and print
the screen of Windows Internet Explorer more easily, than when you
use the ordinary program (see Advanced Guide).
• You can print with a resolution of up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi effective
output.
• Fast, on-demand printing.
For ML-451x Series:
- For single-side printing, 43 ppm (A4) or 45 ppm (Letter).
Key benefits
Wide range of functionality and application support
• Supports various paper sizes (see "Print media specifications" on page 108).
• Print watermark: You can customize your documents with words, such as “Confidential” (see Advanced Guide).
• Print posters: The text and pictures of each page of your document are magnified and printed across the multiple sheets of paper and can then
be taped together to form a poster (see Advanced Guide).
• You can print in various operating systems (see "System requirements" on page 111).
• Your machine is equipped with a USB interface and/or a network interface.
Expand your machine’s capacity
• This machine has an extra memory slot for adding more memory (see "Available accessories" on page 56).
Features by models
Some features and optional accessories may not be available depending on model or country, see chart below.
Features ML-451x Series ML-501x Series
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ● ●
IEEE 1284 parallel connector
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○ ○
Network Interface Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base TX wired LAN ● ●
Eco printing ● ●
Duplex (2-sided) printing ● ●
USB memory interface ●
Memory module (512 MB) ○ ○
Optional tray ○ ○
Mass Storage Device ○
Multbin Mailbox ○
Finisher (Stacker & Stapler) ○
Short Stand ○
a. If you use the parallel port, you cannot use the USB cable.
( ●: Included, ○: Optional, Blank: Not available)
Useful to know
The machine does not print.
• Open the print queue list and remove the document from
the list (see "Canceling a print job" on page 45).
• Remove the driver and install it again (see "Installing the
driver locally" on page 22).
• Select your machine as your default machine in your OS.
Where can I purchase accessories or supplies?
• Inquire at a Samsung distributor or retailer.
• Visit www.samsung.com/supplies. Select your country/
region to view product service information.
A paper jam has occurred.
• Open and close the front door.
• Check the instructions on removing jammed paper in this
manual and troubleshoot accordingly (see "Clearing
paper jams" on page 75).
Printouts are blurry.
• The toner level might be low or uneven. Shake the toner
cartridge to redistribute the toner that remains in the
cartridge.
• Try a different print resolution setting.
• Replace the toner cartridge.
The status LED flashes or remains constantly on.
• Turn the product off and on again.
• Check the meanings of LED indications in this manual
and troubleshoot accordingly (see "Understanding the
status LED" on page 91).
Where can I download the machine’s driver?
• Visit www.samsung.com/printer to download the latest
machine’s driver, and install it on your system.
About this user’s guide
1. Introduction
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This user's guide provides information for your basic understanding
of the machine as well as detailed steps to explain machine usage.
• Read the safety information before using the machine.
• If you have a problem using the machine, refer to the
troubleshooting chapter.
• Terms used in this user’s guide are explained in the glossary
chapter.
• All illustrations in this user’s guide may differ from your machine
depending on its options or model you purchased.
• The screenshots in this user's guide may differ from your machine
depending on the machine’s firmware/driver version.
The procedures in this user’s guide are mainly based on Windows 7.
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Icon Text Description
General icons
Gives users information to protect the
Caution
Note
machine from possible mechanical damage
or malfunction.
Provides additional information or detailed
specification of the machine function and
feature.
Conventions
Some terms in this guide are used interchangeably, as below:
• Document is synonymous with original.
• Paper is synonymous with media, or print media.
• Machine refers to printer or MFP.
Safety information
1. Introduction
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These warnings and precautions are included to prevent injury to
you and others, and to prevent any potential damage to your
machine. Be sure to read and understand all of these instructions
before using the machine. After reading this section, keep it in a safe
place for future reference.
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Important safety symbols
Explanation of all icons and signs used in this chapter
Warning
Caution
Do not attempt.
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in
severe personal injury or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in
minor personal injury or property damage.
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Warning
Operating environment
Do not use if the power cord is damaged or if the
electrical outlet is not grounded.
This could result in electric shock or fire.
Do not place anything on top of the machine (water,
small metal or heavy objects, candles, lit cigarettes, etc.).
This could result in electric shock or fire.
• If the machine gets overheated, it releases smoke,
makes strange noises, or generates an odd odor,
immediately turn off the power switch and unplug the
machine.
• The user should be able to access the power outlet in
case of emergencies that might require the user to pull
the plug out.
This could result in electric shock or fire.
Do not bend, or place heavy objects on the power cord.
Stepping on or allowing the power cord to be crushed by
a heavy object could result in electric shock or fire.
Safety information
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Do not remove the plug by pulling on the cord; do not
handle the plug with wet hands.
This could result in electric shock or fire.
Caution
During an electrical storm or for a period of nonoperation, remove the power plug from the electrical
outlet.
This could result in electric shock or fire.
Be careful, the paper output area is hot.
Burns could occur.
If the machine has been dropped, or if the cabinet
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Caution
Do not allow pets to chew on the AC power, telephone
or PC interface cords.
This could result in electric shock or fire and/or injury to
your pet.
If the machine does not operate properly after these
instructions have been followed, unplug the machine
from all interface connections and request assistance
from qualified service personnel.
Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire.
Operating method
appears damaged, unplug the machine from all
interface connections and request assistance from
qualified service personnel.
Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire.
If the plug does not easily enter the electrical outlet, do
not attempt to force it in.
Call an electrician to change the electrical outlet, or this
could result in electric shock.
Do not forcefully pull the paper out during printing.
It can cause damage to the machine.
Be careful not to put your hand between the machine
and paper tray.
You may get injured.
Safety information
Do not block or push objects into the ventilation
opening.
This could result in elevated component temperatures
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Installation / Moving
1. Introduction
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which can cause damage or fire.
Be care when replacing paper or removing jammed
paper.
New paper has sharp edges and can cause painful cuts.
When printing large quantities, the bottom part of the
paper output area may get hot. Do not allow children to
touch.
Burns can occur.
When removing jammed paper, do not use tweezers or
sharp metal objects.
It can damage the machine.
Do not allow too many papers to stack up in the paper
output tray.
It can damage the machine.
Warning
Do not place the machine in an area with dust, humidity,
or water leaks.
This could result in electric shock or fire.
Caution
Before moving the machine, turn the power off and
disconnect all cords.
Then lift the machine:
• If the machine weighs under 20 kg (44.09 lbs), lift with
1 person.
This machine's power reception device is the power cord.
To switch off the power supply, remove the power cord
from the electrical outlet.
• If the machine weighs 20 kg (44.09 lbs) - 40kg (88.18
lbs), lift with 2 people.
• If the machine weighs more than 40 kg (88.18 lbs), lift
with 4 or more people.
The machine could fall, causing injury or machine
damage.
Safety information
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Do not place the machine on an unstable surface.
The machine could fall, causing injury or machine
damage.
The machine should be connected to
the power level which is specified on the label.
If you are unsure and want to check the power level you
are using, contact the electrical utility company.
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Use only No.26 AWG
necessary.
Otherwise, it can cause damage to the machine.
Do not put a cover over the machine or place it in an
airtight location, such as a closet.
If the machine is not well-ventilated, this could result in
fire.
or larger, telephone line cord, if
Use the power cord supplied with your machine for safe
operation. If you are using a cord which is longer than 2
meters (6 feet) with a 110 V machine, then the gauge
should be 16 AWG or larger.
Otherwise, it can cause damage to the machine, and
could result in electric shock or fire.
a. AWG: American Wire Gauge
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Maintenance / Checking
Caution
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
Make sure you plug the power cord into a grounded
electrical outlet.
Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.
This can diminish performance, and could result in
electric shock or fire.
cleaning the inside of the machine. Do not clean the
machine with benzene, paint thinner or alcohol; do not
spray water directly into the machine.
This could result in electric shock or fire.
When you are working inside the machine replacing
supplies or cleaning the inside, do not operate the
machine.
You could get injured.
Safety information
Keep the power cable and the contact surface of the
plug clean from dust or water.
Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire.
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Supply usage
1. Introduction
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• Do not remove any covers or guards that are
fastened with screws.
• Fuser units should only be repaired by a certified
service technician. Repair by non-certified
technicians could result in fire or electric shock.
The machine should only be repaired by a Samsung
service technician.
Keep cleaning supplies away from children.
Children could get hurt.
Do not disassemble, repair or rebuild the machine by
yourself.
It can damage the machine. Call a certified technician
when the machine needs repairing.
To clean and operate the machine, strictly follow the
Caution
Do not disassemble the toner cartridge.
Toner dust can be dangerous if inhaled or ingested.
Do not burn any of the supplies such as toner cartridge
or fuser unit.
This could cause an explosion or uncontrollable fire.
When changing the toner cartridge or removing
jammed paper, be careful not to let toner dust touch
your body or clothes.
Toner dust can be dangerous if inhaled or ingested.
When storing supplies such as toner cartridges, keep
them away from children.
user's guide provided with the machine.
Otherwise, you could damage the machine.
Toner dust can be dangerous if inhaled or ingested.
Using recycled supplies, such as toner, can cause
damage to the machine.
In case of damage due to the use of recycled supplies, a
service fee will be charged.
Safety information
When toner gets on your clothing, do not use hot water
to wash it.
Hot water sets toner into fabric. Use cold water.
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Machine overview
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1. Introduction
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Accessories
Power cord Toner cartridge Imaging unit
Software CD
a. The software CD contains the printer driver and applications.
b. Miscellaneous accessories included with your machine may vary by country of purchase and specific model.
a
Quick installation guide
Misc. accessories
b
Machine overview
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Front view
• This illustration may differ from your machine depending
on its model.
• Some features and optional goods may not be available
depending on model or country.
1 Finisher (Stacker &
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Multi-purpose tray cover
Stapler)
Mailbox 11 USB memory port
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Stapler cover 12 Front cover
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Optional wireless cover 13 Control panel
5 Control board cover 14 Output tray
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Short stand 15 Toner cartridge
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Paper level indicator 16 Imaging unit
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Multi-purpose tray paper width
Optional tray
guides
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Multi-purpose tray paper
Tray1
extension
Machine overview
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Rear view
• This illustration may differ from your machine depending
on its model.
• Some features and optional goods may not be available
depending on model or country.
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2
1 Finisher cover (Stacker &
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IEEE 1284 parallel connector
Stapler)
Rear cover 7 USB port
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3
Mail cover 8 USB memory port
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Power receptacle 9 Network port
5 Power-switch
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Control panel overview
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This control panel may differ from your machine depending
on its model. There are various types of control panels.
1. Introduction
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Confirms the selection on the
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OK
display.
4
(Cancel)
Stops current operation.
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Type A
5
(Power)
You can turn the power on and off
with this button. Or wake up from
the power save mode.
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Shows the status of your machine
(Status
(see "Understanding the status LED"
LED)
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on page 91).
Use the keypad to enter numbers
Numeric keypad
and characters.
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Eco
Enters eco mode to reduce toner
consumption and paper usage (see
"Eco options" on page 49).
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Arrows
Navigates available values by
moving to the next or previous
options.
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2
Display
(Back)
Shows the current status and
prompts during an operation.
Sends you back to the upper menu
level.
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(Menu)
Enters menu mode and scrolls
through the available menus.
Control panel overview
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Type B
1. Introduction
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(Status LED)
Shows the status of your machine (see
"Understanding the status LED" on
page 91).
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2
3
Display
(Cancel)
(Power)
Shows the current status and prompts
during an operation.
Stops current operation. The pop-up
window appears on the screen that the
user can stop or resume.
You can turn the power on and off with
this button. Or wake up from the
power save mode.
Turning on the machine
Connect the machine to the electricity supply first.
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Turn the power switch on.
Installing the driver locally
1. Introduction
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A locally connected machine is a machine directly attached to your
computer using the cable. If your machine is attached to a network,
skip the following steps below and go on to installing a network
connected machine’s driver (see Advanced Guide).
• If you are a Macintosh, Linux, or Unix OS user, refer to the
Advanced guide.
• The installation window in this User’s Guide may differ
depending on the machine and interface in use.
•Selecting Advanced Installation > Custom Installation
allows you to choose which programs to install.
• Only use a USB cable no longer than 3 meters (118 inches).
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Windows
The software CD should automatically run and an installation
window will appear.
Select Install Now.
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Read License Agreement, and select I accept the terms of
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the License Agreement. Then, click Next.
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2
Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer
and powered on.
If the “Found New Hardware Wizard” appears during the
installation procedure, click Cancel to close the window.
Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Follow the instructions in the installation window.
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Reinstalling the driver
If the printer driver does not work properly, follow the steps below to
reinstall the driver.
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1. Introduction
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Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer
1
and powered on.
From the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs >
2
Samsung Printers > your printer driver name > Uninstall.
Follow the instructions in the installation window.
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Insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive and try
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installing the driver again (see "Installing the driver locally" on
page 22).
Windows
2. Menu overview and basic setup
After installation is complete, you may want to set the machine’s default
settings. Refer to the next section if you would like to set or change values.
This chapter provides information about the overall menu structure and
the basic setup options.
• Menu overview 25
•Printing a demo page 31
• Changing the display language 32
• Media and tray 33
• Basic printing 44
• Using USB memory device 50
Menu overview
The control panel provides access to various menus to set up the
machine or use the machine’s functions.
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ML-451x Series/ ML-501x Series
2. Menu overview and basic setup
Items Options
Menu Map
Configuration
Supplies Info.
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Demo Page
PCL Font
• These menus can be accessed by pressing (Menu)
button. Press the arrows until the needed menu item
appears and then press OK.
• An asterisk (*) appears next to the currently selected
menu.
• Some menus may not appear on the display depending on
Information
PS Font
EPSON Font
Stored Jobs
Completed Jobs
Usage Counter
options or models. If so, it is not applicable to your
machine.
• Some menu names may differ from your machine
depending on its options or the models.
Account
Orientation
Common Margin
MP Tray
Layout
<Tray X>
Emulation Margin
Duplex
Landscape Stapling Position
Menu overview
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Items Options
Copies
MP Tray/ [Tray <x>]
Paper
Graphic
Paper Source
Auto Tray Switch
Tray Confirm
Resolution
Clear Text
Darkness
Items Options
Date & Time
Clock Mode
Form Menu
Select Form
Spooling
Language
Default Paper Size
Power Save
Wakeup Event
System Setup
Auto Continue
Altitude Adjustment
Auto CR
Emulation
Job Timeout
Multi-Bin
Import Setting
Export Setting
Eco Settings
Clear Settings
Emulation Type
Setup
Menu overview
Items Options
Ethernet Speed
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2. Menu overview and basic setup
ML-5015 Series/ ML-5017 Series
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Network
Direct USB
Job
Management
Admin Setup
802.1x
TCP/IP (IPv4)
TCP/IP (IPv6)
Clear Settings
Network Configuration
Net. Activate
Http Activate
Active Job
Stored Job
File Policy
Held Job Timeout
Image Overwrite
Password Protect
Change Password
Maintenance
You can set menus easily using the touch screen.
•The Main screen is shown on the touch screen on the
control panel.
• Some menus are grayed out depending on your options or
models.
• Some menu names may differ from your machine
depending on its options or the models.
Items Options
Help List
Configuration
Information
Supplies Info.
Demo Page
Font List
Job Reports
Eco
Eco-On
Settings
Preview Simulator
Menu overview
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Items Options
Direct USB
Print From
File Manage
Show Space
Items Options
System Date & Time
Setup
Clock Mode
Form Menu
Spooling
Language
Maintenance
Default Paper Size
Power Save
Auto Continue
Altitude Adjustment
Auto CR
Job Timeout
File Policy
Held Job Timeout
Image Overwrite
Multi-Bin
Import Setting
Export Setting
Wakeup Event
Clear Settings
Menu overview
2. Menu overview and basic setup
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Items Options
Network Ethernet Speed
Setup
(continue)
Layout Orientation
TCP/IP (IPv4)
TCP/IP (IPv6)
802.1x
Network Configuration
Ethernet Activate
Http Activate
Clear Settings
Common Margin
MP Tray
Tray 1
Items Options
Paper Copies
Setup
(continue)
Graphic Resolution
Emulation Emulation Type
Tray 1
Tray 2-5
MP Tray
Paper Source
Auto Tray Switch
Tray Confirm
Clear Text
Darkness
Setup
Tray 2-5
Emulation Margin
Duplex
Landscape Stapling
Position
Job Status
Counter
Current Job
Secure Job
Stored Job
Completed Job
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Items Options
Help
Basic Taskflow
Maintenance
Trouble Shooting
Introducing the Home Screen
► Touch screen
• (Setup): You can browse current machine settings or change
machine values.
• (Job Status): Job status shows the jobs currently running and
in queue.
• (Counter):
• (Help): Gives detailed information about machine’s info.,
reports, troubleshooting guide.
• : Shows the toner status.
• : Selects the LCD brightness, language, and diagnostic.
• : Scroll through available options.
Allows you to check how many pages are printed.
• (Information): Gives detailed information about machine’s
information.
• (Eco): You can view the eco settings.
• (Direct USB): Enters the USB menu when USB memory is
inserted into the USB memory port on your machine.
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