Samsung SL-C460FW User Manual

User’s Guide

BASICIC

This guide provides information concerning the installation, basic operation and troubleshooting on windows.

ADVANCED

This guide provides information about the installation, advanced configuration, operation and troubleshooting on various OS environments.

Some features may notbeavailable depending on models or countries.

BASIC

1. Introduction

Key benefits	5
Features by models	7
Useful to know	12
About this user’s guide	13
Safety information	14
Machine overview	20
Control panel overview	24
Turning on the machine	28
Installing the driver locally	29
Reinstalling the driver	30

2. Menu Overview and Basic Setup

Menu overview	32
Machine’s basic settings	38
Media and tray	40
Basic printing	52
Basic copying	58
Basic scanning	62
Basic faxing	63

Using USB memory device

67

3. Maintenance
Ordering supplies and accessories	73
Available supplies	74
Available maintenance parts	75
Storing the toner cartridge	76
Redistributing toner	78
Replacing the toner cartridge	80
Replacing the waste toner container	82
Replacing the imaging unit	84
Monitoring the supplies life	86
Setting the toner low alert	87
Cleaning the machine	88
Tips for moving & storing your machine	92

4. Troubleshooting

Tips for avoiding paper jams	94
Clearing original document jams	95
Clearing paper jams	100
Understanding the status LED	104

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BASIC

Understanding display messages

106

5. Appendix

Specifications	113
Regulatory information	122
Copyright	135

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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	12
• About this user’s guide		13
•	Safety information	14
•	Machine overview	20
•	Control panel overview	24
• Turning on the machine		28
• Installing the driver locally		29
•	Reinstalling the driver	30

Key benefits

Environmentally friendly

•To save toner and paper, this machine supports Eco feature (see "Eco printing" on page 56).

•To save paper, you can print multiple pages on one single sheet of paper (see "Using advanced print features" on page 226).

•To save paper, you can print on both sides of the paper (double-sided printing) (Manual) (see "Using advanced print features" on page 226).

•To save electricity, this machine automatically conserves electricity by substantially reducing power consumption when not in use.

•We recommend using recycled paper for saving energy.

Fast high resolution printing

•You can print in a full range of colors using cyan, magenta, yellow, and black.

•You can print with a resolution of up to 2,400 x 600 dpi effective output (600 x 600 x 2 bit).

•Fast, on-demand printing.

-For single-side black and white printing, 18 ppm (A4) or 19 ppm (Letter).

-For single-side color printing, 4 ppm (A4 or Letter).

Convenience

•Simply touch your cell phone on the NFC tag on your printer and get the print job done (see "Using the NFC feature" on page 190).

•You can print on the go from your smartphone or computer using Google Cloud Print enabled apps (see "Google Cloud Print" on page 196).

•Easy Capture Manager allows you to easily edit and print whatever you captured using the Print Screen key on the keyboard (see "Easy Capture Manager" on page 255).

•Samsung Easy Printer Manager and Printing Status is a program that monitors and informs you of the machine’s status and allows you to customize the machine’s settings (see "Using Samsung Easy Printer Manager" on page 262 or "Using Samsung Printer Status" on page 266).

•Samsung Easy Document Creator is an application to help users compile and share large documents or other scanned or faxed information digitally. (see "Using Samsung Easy Document Creator" on page 265).

•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 "Samsung AnyWeb Print" on page 257).

Key benefits

•Smart Update allows you to check for the latest software and install the latest version during the printer driver installation process. This is available only for Windows.

•If you have Internet access, you can get help, support application, machine drivers, manuals, and order information from the Samsung website, www.samsung.com > find your product > Support or Downloads.

Wide range of functionality and application support

•Supports various paper sizes (see "Print media specifications" on page 115).

•Print watermark: You can customize your documents with words, such as “CONFIDENTIAL” (see "Using advanced print features" on page 226).

•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 "Using advanced print features" on page 226).

•You can print in various operating systems (see "System requirements" on page 117).

•Your machine is equipped with a USB interface and/or a network interface.

Supports various wireless network setting method

•Using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) button

-You can easily connect to a wireless network using the WPS button on the machine and the access point (a wireless router).

•Using the USB cable or a network cable

-You can connect and set various wireless network settings using a USB cable or a network cable.

•Using the Wi-Fi Direct

-You can conveniently print from your mobile device using the Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct feature.

See "Introducing wireless set up methods" on page 158.

Features by models

Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country.

Operating System

Operating System	C46xW	C46xFW
Windows	●	●
Mac	●	●
Linux	●	●

(●: Included, Blank: Not available)

Features by models

Software

You can install the printer driver and software when you insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive.

For Windows, select the printer driver and software in the Select Software to Install window.

Software			C46xW	C46xFW
SPL printer driver			●	●
PCL printer driver			●	●
PS printer drivera			●	●
XPS printer drivera			●	●
Samsung Easy Printer Manager	Scan to PC settings		●	●
	Fax to PC settings			●
	Device Settings		●	●
Samsung Easy Document Creator			●	●
Samsung Easy Color Managera			●	●
Samsung Printer Status			●	●
AnyWeb Printa			●	●
SyncThru™ Web Service			●	●

Features by models

	Software		C46xW	C46xFW
SyncThru Admin Web Service			●	●
Easy Eco Driver			●	●
Fax		Samsung Network PC Fax		●
Scan		Twain scan driver	●	●
		WIA scan driver	●	●

a.Download the software from the Samsung website and install it: (http://www.samsung.com > find your product > Support or Downloads). Before installing, check whether your computer’s OS support the software.

(●: Included, Blank: Not available)

Features by models

Variety feature

Features	C46xW	C46xFW
Hi-Speed USB 2.0	●	●
Network Interface Ethernet 10/100 Base TX wired LAN	●	●
Network Interface 802.11b/g/n wireless LANa	●	●
NFC printing/scanning	●	●
Google Cloud Print™	●	●
AirPrint	●	●
Eco printing (Control panel)	●	●
Duplex (2-sided) printing (Manual)b	●	●
USB memory interface	●	●
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)		●

a.Depending on your country, wireless LAN card may not be available. For some counties, only 802.11 b/g can be applied. Contact your local Samsung dealer or the retailer where you bought your machine.

b.Windows only.

(●: Included, Blank: Not available)

Features by models

	Features	C46xW	C46xFW
Fax	Multi-send		●
	Delay send		●
	Priority send		●
	Secure receive		●
	Send/ Receive forward - fax		●
Scan	Scan to PC	●	●
Copy	ID card copying	●	●
	Reduced or enlarged copying	●	●
	Collation	●	●
	2-up/4-up	●	●
	Adjust background	●	●

(●: Included, 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 53).

•Remove the driver and install it again (see "Installing the driver locally" on page 29).

•Select your machine as your default machine in your Windows (see "Setting your machine as a default machine" on page 225).

Where can I purchase accessories or supplies?

•Inquire at a Samsung distributor or your retailer.

•Visit www.samsung.com/supplies. Select your country/region to view product service information.

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 104).

A paper jam has occurred.

•Open and close the scan unit (see "Front view" on page 21).

•Check the instructions on removing jammed paper in this manual and troubleshoot accordingly (see "Clearing paper jams" on page 100).

Printouts are blurry.

•The toner level might be low or uneven. Shake the toner cartridge (see "Redistributing toner" on page 78).

•Try a different print resolution setting (see "Opening printing preferences" on page 54).

•Replace the toner cartridge (see "Replacing the toner cartridge" on page 80).

Where can I download the machine’s driver?

•You can get help, support application, machine drivers, manuals, and order information from the Samsung website, www.samsung.com > find your product > Support or Downloads.

About this user’s guide

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.

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General icons

	• If you have a problem using the machine, refer to the troubleshooting	Icon	Text	Description
	chapter.
			Caution	Gives users information to protect the machine from
	• Terms used in this user’s guide are explained in the glossary chapter.
				possible mechanical damage or malfunction.

•All illustrations in this user’s guide may differ from your machine depending

	on its options or model you purchased.	Note	Provides additional information or detailed
			specification of the machine function and feature.

•The screenshots in this administrator’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.

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.

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Safety information

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.

Important safety symbols

Explanation of all icons and signs used in this chapter

Warning

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.

Caution

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage.

Do not attempt.

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Operating environment

Warning

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.

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.

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Safety information

Caution

During an electrical storm or for a period of non-operation, 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 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 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.

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 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.

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Operating method

Caution

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.

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.

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Safety information

Do not block or push objects into the ventilation opening.

This could result in elevated component temperatures which can cause damage or fire.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

This machine's power reception device is the power cord.

To switch off the power supply, remove the power cord from the electrical outlet.

Installation / Moving

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. The information below are only suggestions based on the units weight.

If you have a medical condition that prevents you from lifting, do not lift the machine. Ask for help, and always use the appropriate amount of people to lift the device safety.

Then lift the machine:

•If the machine weighs under 20 kg (44.09 lbs), lift with 1 person.

•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.

Choose a flat surface with enough space for ventilation to place the machine. Also consider the space required to open the cover and trays.

The place should be well-ventilated and be far from direct light, heat, and humidity.

When using the machine for a long period of time or printing a large number of pages in a non-ventilated space, it could pollute the air and be harmful to your health. Place the machine in a wellventilated space or open a window to circulate the air periodically.

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Safety information

Do not place the machine on an unstable surface.

The machine could fall, causing injury or machine damage.

Use only No.26 AWGa or larger, telephone line cord, if necessary.

Otherwise, it can cause damage to the machine.

Make sure you plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.

Otherwise, this could result in electric shock or fire.

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 110V 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.

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.

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.

This can diminish performance, and could result in electric shock or fire.

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.

a. AWG: American Wire Gauge

Maintenance / Checking

Caution

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before 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.

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.

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Safety information

To clean and operate the machine, strictly follow the user's guide provided with the machine.

Otherwise, you could damage the machine.

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.

• 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.

Supply usage

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 storing supplies such as toner cartridges, keep them away from children.

Toner dust can be dangerous if inhaled or ingested.

For supplies that contain toner dust (toner cartridge, waste toner bottle, imaging unit, etc.) follow the instructions below.

•When disposing of the supplies, follow the instructions for disposal. Refer to the reseller for disposal instructions.

•Do not wash the supplies.

•For a waste toner bottle, do not reuse it after emptying the bottle.

If you do not follow the instructions above, it may cause machine malfunction and environmental pollution. The warranty does not cover damages caused by a user's carelessness.

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.

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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Safety information

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.

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Machine overview

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Accessories

Power cord

Quick installation guide

Software CDa

Misc. accessoriesb

a.The software CD contains the print drivers, user’s guide, and software applications.

b.Miscellaneous accessories included with your machine may vary by country of purchase and specific model.

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Machine overview

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Front view

• This illustration may differ from your machine depending on your model. There are various types of machine.

•Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country (see "Features by models" on page 7).

4	Front door	11	Scan unita b
5	Output support	12	USB port
6	Control panel	13	Scanner glass
7	NFC tag

a.Close the scanner lid before opening the scan unit.

b.Be careful not to pinch your fingers.

C46xW
1	11
	8
7
6	12
5

4		9
			13
		10
	3	2
1	Scanner lid	8	Toner cartridges
2	Handle	9	Waste toner container
3	Tray	10	Imaging unit

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Machine overview

C46xFW

	1	2	3	4		14
10					11
9						15
8
7					12	16
						17
					13
	6		5
1	Document feeder cover				10	NFC tag
2	Document feeder width				11	Toner cartridge
	guide
3	Document feeder input tray				12	Waste toner container
4	Document feeder output				13	Imaging unit
	support
5	Handle				14	Scan unita b
6	Tray				15	USB port
7	Front cover				16	Scanner lid
8	Document output tray				17	Scanner glass
9	Control panel

a.Close the scanner lid before opening the scan unit.

b.Be careful not to pinch your fingers.

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Machine overview

11

Rear view

• This illustration may differ from your machine depending on your model. There are various types of machine.

•Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country (see "Features by models" on page 7).

C46xW

4

3

	2	1
1	Rear cover	3	USB port
2	Power receptacle	4	Network port

C46xFW

6

5

4

3

1

2

1	Rear cover	5	Telephone line socket (LINE)
2	Power receptacle	6	Extension telephone socket (EXT.)
3	USB port
4	Network port

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Control panel overview

• This control panel may differ from your machine depending on its model. There are various types of control panels.

• Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country (see "Features by models" on page 7).

C46xW
1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8

	13		12	11	10	4	9
1		WPS			Configures the wireless network connection easily without a computer (see "Using the WPS button" on page 160).
2		Scan to			Switches between scan and copy mode. The Scan to LED turns on scan mode and turns off on copy mode.
3		Display screen			Shows the current status and displays prompts during an operation.
4		Arrows			Scrolls through the options available in the selected menu and increases or decreases values.

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Control panel overview

5	Menu					Opens Menu mode and scrolls through the available menus (see "Menu overview" on page 32).
6	OK					Confirms the selection on the screen.
7	Stop/Clear					Stops an operations at any time.
8	Power/					Turns the power on or off, or wakes up the machine from the power save mode. If you need to turn the machine off, press this button
	Wakeup					for more than three seconds when the machine is in ready mode.
9	Start					Starts a job.
10	Back					Sends you back to the upper menu level.
11	Status LED					Indicates the status of your machine (see "Understanding the status LED" on page 104).
12	Eco					Turn into eco mode to reduce toner consumption and paper usage when pc-printing and copying only (see "Eco printing" on page
						56).
13	Direct USB					Allows you to directly print files stored on a USB memory device when it is inserted into the USB port on the front of your machine.

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Control panel overview

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C46xFW
1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12	13
20	19	18		17		16	6		15			14

1	WPS	Configures the wireless network connection easily without a computer (see "Using the WPS button" on page 160).
2	ID Copy	Allows you to copy both sides of an ID card like a driver’s license on a single side of paper (see "ID card copying" on page 60).

3Display screen Shows the current status and displays prompts during an operation.

4	Copy	Switches to Copy mode.
5	Fax	Switches to Fax mode.
6	Arrows	Scrolls through the options available in the selected menu and increases or decreases values.
7	Menu	Opens Menu mode and scrolls through the available menus (see "Menu overview" on page 32).

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Control panel overview

8 OK	Confirms the selection on the screen.

9Numeric keypad Dials a number or enters alphanumeric characters (see "Keypad letters and numbers" on page 221).

10	Address	Allows you to store frequently used fax numbers or search for stored fax numbers (see "Setting up the fax address book" on page 222).
	Book
11	Redial/	Redials the recently sent fax number or received caller ID in ready mode, or inserts a pause(-) into a fax number in edit mode (see "Redialing the
	Pause	fax number" on page 245).
12	Stop/	Stops an operations at any time.
	Clear
13	Power/	Turns the power on or off, or wakes up the machine from the power save mode. If you need to turn the machine off, press this button for more
	Wakeup	than three seconds when the machine is in ready mode.
14	Start	Starts a job.
15	On Hook	When you press this button, you can hear a dial tone. Then enter a fax number. It is similar to making a call using speaker phone (see "Receiving
	Dial	manually in Tel mode" on page 250).
16	Back	Sends you back to the upper menu level.
17	Scan	Switches to Scan mode.
18	Status LED	Indicates the status of your machine (see "Understanding the status LED" on page 104).
19	Eco	Turn into eco mode to reduce toner consumption and paper usage when pc-printing and copying only (see "Eco printing" on page 56).
20	Direct USB	Allows you to directly print files stored on a USB memory device when it is inserted into the USB port on the front of your machine.

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Turning on the machine

1 Connect the machine to the electricity supply first.	If you want to turn the power off, press and hold	(Power/Wakeup)
Turn the switch on if the machine has a power switch.
	button for about 3 seconds.

1

2

Illustrations on this user’s guide may differ from your machine depending on its options or models. Check your machine type (see "Front view" on page 21).

2Power is turned on automatically.

For C46xW, press (Power/Wakeup) button on the control panel.

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Installing the driver locally

	A locally connected machine is a machine directly attached to your computer	4 Follow the instructions in the installation window.
	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	You can select the software applications in the Select Software to Install
	"Installing driver over the network" on page 149).
		Window.

• If you are a Mac or Linux operating systems user, refer to the "Installation for Mac" on page 140 or "Installation for Linux" on page 142.

•The installation window in this User’s Guide may differ depending on the machine and interface in use.

•Only use a USB cable no longer than 3 meters (118 inches).

Windows

1Insert the supplied software CD into your CD-ROM drive.

If the installation window does not appear, click Start > All programs >

Accessories > Run.

X:\Setup.exe replacing “X” with the letter, which represents your CD-

ROM drive and click OK.

2Review and accept the installation agreements in the installation window. Then, click Next.

3Select USB connection on the Printer Connection Type screen. Then, click Next.

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Reinstalling the driver

If the printer driver does not work properly, follow the steps below to reinstall the driver.

Windows

1

2

From the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs > Samsung Printers > Uninstall Samsung Printer Software.

Follow the instructions in the installation window.

3Insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive and install the driver again (see "Installing the driver locally" on page 29).

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