Samsung ML 2955ND User Manual

							ML-295x Series
User’s Guide
Basic
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This guide provides information concerning installation, basic operation and 
troubleshooting on windows.
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							2Contents
1. Introduction
4Key benefits
6Features by models
8Useful to know
9About this user’s guide
10Safety information
16Machine overview
19Control panel overview
21Turning on the machine
22Installing the driver locally
23Reinstalling the driver
2. Menu overview and basic setup
25Printing a demo page
26Media and tray
38Basic printing
3. Maintenance
44Ordering supplies and accessories
45Available supplies46Available maintenance parts
47Redistributing toner
48Replacing the toner cartridge
50Cleaning the machine
4. Troubleshooting
55Tips for avoiding paper jams
56Clearing paper jams
62Understanding the status LED
5. Appendix
66Specifications
76Regulatory information
87Copyright
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							1. Introduction
This chapter provides information you need to know before using the 
machine.
•Key benefits 4
•Features by models 6
•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
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Key benefits
Environmentally friendly
• To save toner and paper, this machine supports the Eco feature.
• To save paper, you can print multiple pages on a single sheet of 
paper (see Advanced Guide).
• To save paper, you can print on both sides of the paper (double-
sided 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
• You can print with a resolution of up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi effective 
output.
• Fast, on-demand printing.
- For single-side printing, 28 ppm (A4) or 29 ppm (Letter).
- For duplex printing, 14 ppm (A4) or 14 ppm (Letter).
Convenience
• Easy Capture Manager allows you to easily edit and print whatever 
you captured using the Print Screen key on the keyboard (see 
Advanced Guide).
• Samsung Easy Printer Manager and Samsung Printer Status (or Smart 
Panel) are a program 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 more easily than when you use the ordinary program (see 
Advanced Guide).
• 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 OS users.
• 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. 
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Key benefits
Wide range of functionality and application support
• Supports various paper sizes (see "Print media specifications" on page 68).
• 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 71).
• Your machine is equipped with a USB interface and/or a network interface.
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Features by models
Some features and optional goods may not be available depending on model or country.
Operating System
 
 
Software
 
 
Operating SystemML-295xND SeriesML-295xDW Series ML-295xD Series 
Windows●●●
Macintosh●●●
Linux●●●
Unix●●●
SoftwareML-295xND SeriesML-295xDW Series ML-295xD Series 
PCL/ SPL printer drivera
a. Depending on the operating system you use, the installed printer driver may differ.
●●●
PS printer driver
XPS printer driver
Samsung Easy Printer Manager●●●
SyncThru™ Web Service●●
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							Features by models71. Introduction
Variety feature
 
 
(●: Included, ○: Optional, Blank: Not available) 
FeaturesML-295xND SeriesML-295xDW Series ML-295xD Series 
Hi-Speed USB 2.0●●●
Network Interface Ethernet 10/100 Base TX 
wired LAN●●
Network Interface 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN●
IPv6●●
Eco printing●●●
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)●
Double-sided printing●●●
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							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 39).
• Remove the driver and install it again (see "Installing the 
driver locally" on page 22).
• Select your machine as your default machine in your 
Windows.
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 62).
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 56).
Printouts are blurry.
• The toner level might be low or uneven. Shake the toner 
cartridge.
• Try a different print resolution setting.
• Replace the toner cartridge.
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.
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							91. IntroductionAbout 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.
• 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.

1 
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.

2 
General icons
IconTextDescription
CautionGives users information to protect the 
machine from possible mechanical damage 
or malfunction.
NoteProvides additional information or detailed 
specification of the machine function and 
feature.
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							101. IntroductionSafety 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.

3 
Important safety symbols
Explanation of all icons and signs used in this chapter

4 
Operating environment
 Warning
WarningHazards or unsafe practices that may result in 
severe personal injury or death.
CautionHazards or unsafe practices that may result in 
minor personal injury or property damage.
Do not attempt.
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. 
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