Sharp Mx5001n Owners Manual

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CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE
OTHER CD-ROMS
XPRINTER UTILITIES CD-ROM that accompanies the PS3 expansion kit 
(for Windows/Macintosh)
This contains the display fonts that are used with the PS printer driver.
(Install the PS printer driver and Macintosh PPD file from the Software CD-ROM.)
☞INSTALLING THE PS DISPLAY FONTS (page 28)
XPRINTER UTILITIES CD-ROM that accompanies the Internet fax 
expansion kit (for Windows)
This CD-ROM is used to update the PC-Fax driver on the Software CD-ROM so that it can be used to send 
Internet faxes (PC-I-Fax function).
If you wish to use the PC-I-Fax function, first install the PC-Fax driver from the Software CD-ROM and then run the 
installer on this CD-ROM. If the PC-Fax driver is already installed, run only the installer. (There is no need to reinstall 
the PC-Fax driver.)
☞INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER (page 9)
XSharpdesk/Network Scanner Utilities CD-ROM (for Windows)
This contains software that helps you get the most out of the images that you scan on the machine. The software 
includes Sharpdesk, a desktop document management application that enables integrated management of 
scanned images and files created using a variety of applications. To use the Scan to Desktop scanner function, the 
Network Scanner Tool must be installed from the CD-ROM.
For the system requirements of the software, see the manual (PDF format) in the Manual folder or the Readme file 
on the CD-ROM. For the procedures for installing the software, see the Sharpdesk Installation Guide. 
						

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CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE
Disc 2
Software for Windows
•PC-Fax driver
This enables you to send a file from your computer as a fax using the same procedure as when printing the file. 
(When the fax option is installed.)
Even if the fax function is not installed, the PC-Fax driver can be updated using the CD-ROM in the Internet fax 
expansion kit to enable you to send a file from your computer as an Internet fax in the same way as you print a file.
☞INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER (page 9)
The following software can be used only when the machine is connected to a network.
•Scanner driver (TWAIN driver)
This allows you to use the scanner function of the machine from a TWAIN-compliant software application.
☞INSTALLING THE SCANNER DRIVER (page 26)
•Printer Administration Utility
This allows the administrator to monitor the machine and configure machine settings from a computer. To install 
and use the Printer Administration Utility, see the Readme file and the manual in PDF format on the Software 
CD-ROM (Disc 2). The Readme file and manual are in the following folder on the CD-ROM. (Substitute the 
letter of your CD-ROM drive for R in the following path.)
R:\Sadmin\Documents\English
Software for Macintosh
•PPD file
This is the printer description file which enables the machine to be used as a PostScript 3 compatible printer. 
The PS3 expansion kit is required to use the machine in a Macintosh environment.
☞MAC OS X (page 31)
☞MAC OS 9.0 - 9.2.2 (page 36)
• The PS3 expansion kit is required to use the machine as a printer in a Macintosh environment. In addition, 
the machine must be connected to a network. A USB connection cannot be used.
• The scanner driver and PC-Fax driver cannot be used in a Macintosh environment. 
						

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This chapter describes the software programs that allow you to use the printer and scanner functions of the machine, 
the CD-ROMs that contain the software, and the pages where the installation procedures can be found.
CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE
The software that can be used with the machine is on the CD-ROMs that accompany the machine and the expansion kits.
Before installing the software, make sure that your computer and the machine meet the system requirements described 
in VERIFYING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (page 5).
SOFTWARE CD-ROM
The Software CD-ROM that accompanies the machine contains the printer driver and other software. The Software 
CD-ROM consists of 2 discs.
Disc 1
Software for Windows
•Printer driver
These allow the machine to be used as a printer.
-PCL6 and PCL5c printer driver
The machine supports the Hewlett-Packard PCL6 and PCL5c printer control languages. It is recommended 
that you use the PCL6 printer driver. If you have a problem printing from older software using the PCL6 
printer driver, use the PCL5c printer driver.
-PS printer driver
The PS printer driver supports the PostScript 3 page description language developed by Adobe Systems 
Incorporated.
-PPD driver
The PPD driver enables the machine to use the standard Windows PS printer driver.
☞WHEN THE MACHINE IS CONNECTED TO A NETWORK (page 9)
☞WHEN THE MACHINE WILL BE CONNECTED WITH A USB CABLE (page 16)
•Printer Status Monitor (can only be used when the machine is connected to a network)
This allows you to monitor the status of the machine on your computer screen.
☞INSTALLING THE PRINTER STATUS MONITOR (page 25)
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BEFORE INSTALLING THE 
SOFTWARE
For users of Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0
The CD-ROM does not include software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0.
Contact your dealer or nearest authorised service representative if you want software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0. 
						

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1BEFORE INSTALLING THE 
SOFTWARE
CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
• SOFTWARE CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
• OTHER CD-ROMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
VERIFYING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . 5
• SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
• SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CONNECTING THE MACHINE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
• CONNECTING TO A NETWORK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
• CONNECTING THE MACHINE WITH A USB 
CABLE (Windows)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2SETUP IN A WINDOWS 
ENVIRONMENT
OPENING THE SOFTWARE SELECTION 
SCREEN (FOR ALL SOFTWARE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX 
DRIVER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
• WHEN THE MACHINE IS CONNECTED TO A 
NETWORK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
• WHEN THE MACHINE WILL BE 
CONNECTED WITH A USB CABLE  . . . . . . . . . . 16
• USING THE MACHINE AS A SHARED 
PRINTER  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
• USING THE STANDARD WINDOWS PS 
PRINTER DRIVER (Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0)  . . . 21
• CONFIGURING THE PRINTER DRIVER FOR 
THE OPTIONS INSTALLED ON THE 
MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
INSTALLING THE PRINTER STATUS MONITOR . . 25
INSTALLING THE SCANNER DRIVER . . . . . . . . . . . 26
INSTALLING THE PS DISPLAY FONTS . . . . . . . . . . 28
CHANGING THE PORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3SETUP IN A MACINTOSH 
ENVIRONMENT
MAC OS X  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
MAC OS 9.0 - 9.2.2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4TROUBLESHOOTING
WHEN INSTALLATION WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL. . 38
REMOVING THE SOFTWARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 
						

							Thank you for purchasing this product. This manual explains how to install and configure the software that allows the 
machine to be used as a printer or scanner for a computer.
This manual also explains how to install the printer drivers and software that are used when the expansion kits are 
installed, and how to install the scanner driver.
If the software is not installed correctly or you need to remove the software, see 4. TROUBLESHOOTING (page 38).
Please note
• The explanations in this manual assume that you have a working knowledge of your Windows or Macintosh computer.
• For information on your operating system, please refer to your operating system manual or the online Help function.
• The explanations of screens and procedures in this manual are primarily for Windows Vista
® in Windows® environments, and 
Mac OS X v10.4 in Macintosh environments. The screens may vary depending on the version of the operating system.
• Wherever MX-xxxx appears in this manual, please substitute your model name for xxxx.
• This manual contains references to the fax function. However, please note that the fax function is not available in some 
countries and regions.
• Considerable care has been taken in preparing this manual. If you have any comments or concerns about the manual, please 
contact your dealer or nearest authorised service representative.
• This product has undergone strict quality control and inspection procedures. In the unlikely event that a defect or other problem 
is discovered, please contact your dealer or nearest authorised service representative.
• Aside from instances provided for by law, SHARP is not responsible for failures occurring during the use of the product or its 
options, or failures due to incorrect operation of the product and its options, or other failures, or for any damage that occurs due 
to use of the product.
Warning
• Reproduction, adaptation or translation of the contents of the manual without prior written permission is prohibited, except as 
allowed under copyright laws.
• All information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
Illustrations and the operation panel and touch panel shown in this manual
The peripheral devices are generally optional, however, some models include certain peripheral devices as standard equipment.
The explanations in this manual assume that a right tray and stand/2 x 500 sheet paper drawer are installed on the machine.
For some functions and procedures, the explanations assume that devices other than the above are installed.
SOFTWARE LICENSE
The SOFTWARE LICENSE will appear when you install the software from the CD-ROM. By using all or any portion of the 
software on the CD-ROM or in the machine, you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of the SOFTWARE LICENSE.
The display screens, messages, and key names shown in the manual may differ from those on the actual machine 
due to product improvements and modifications.
For users of Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0
The CD-ROM does not include software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0.
Contact your dealer or nearest authorised service representative if you want software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0.
The scanner driver cannot be installed on Windows NT 4.0. 
						

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whenever needed.
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to Safety Guide.
These manuals are combined for environmental protection.
Please keep this manual as the information mentioned 
below is very important.
Sharpdesk Serial Numbers
This product can only be installed on a number of 
computers equal to the number of licenses. 
Any 
additional computers will require additional licenses.
SharpdeskSharpdesk
Installation GuideInstallation Guide
Sharpdesk
Installation Guide
BEFORE INSTALLING 
THE SOFTWARE
SETUP IN A WINDOWS 
ENVIRONMENT
SETUP IN A MACINTOSH 
ENVIRONMENT
TROUBLESHOOTING
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