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Samsung ML-6512ND User Manual

Samsung ML-6512ND
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Samsung ML-6512ND Specifications

General IconGeneral
Printer TypeLaser
Print Resolution1200 x 1200 dpi
Monthly Duty Cycle100, 000 pages
Duplex PrintingYes
Paper Capacity (Standard)250 sheets
First Page Out Time (Black)8.5 seconds
Processor600 MHz
Memory (Standard)256 MB
Memory (Maximum)512 MB
ConnectivityUSB, Ethernet
Compatible Operating SystemsWindows, Mac
Maximum Paper SizeLegal
Dimensions15.4 x 15.7 x 11.8 inches

Summary

safety information

Operating environment and method

Warnings and precautions for the machine's operating environment and methods.

Installation / Moving Safety

Maintenance and Supply Usage Safety

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

Wireless Guidance

General considerations for operating wireless devices, including country-specific limitations.

features of your new product

Key Features Overview

Highlights key features like print quality, media handling, document creation, USB/Eco printing.

CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW

INTRODUCING THE USEFUL BUTTONS

getting started

SETTING UP THE HARDWARE

Steps for setting up the machine hardware, including location and unpacking.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Linux Driver Installation

INSTALLING LOCALLY CONNECTED MACHINE’S DRIVER

Step-by-step guide for installing the printer driver for a locally connected machine.

UNIX Driver Installation

Macintosh Driver Installation

Installing the Linux Unified Driver

Instructions for downloading and installing the Unified Linux Driver.

Smart Panel and Printer Settings Utility Installation (Linux)

Installing the SmartPanel

Steps to install the Smart Panel program on Linux systems.

Installing the Printer Settings Utility

Steps to install the Printer Settings Utility on Linux systems.

network setup

NETWORK ENVIRONMENT

Details supported network environments, interfaces, OS, and protocols.

USING A WIRED NETWORK

Guide on setting up the machine for network use via a wired connection.

Setting IPv4 Address

IPv4 Setting Methods

IPv4 setting using control panel

Steps to set IPv4 address via the machine's control panel.

IPv4 setting using SetIP Program (Windows)

Guide to installing and using the SetIP program for IP configuration on Windows.

IPv4 Setting using SetIP Program (Macintosh/Linux)

IPv4 setting using SetIP Program (Macintosh)

Steps to configure IP address using SetIP on Macintosh.

IPv4 setting using SetIP Program (Linux)

Steps to configure IP address using SetIP on Linux.

INSTALLING NETWORK CONNECTED MACHINE’S DRIVER

Network Driver Installation (Macintosh/Linux)

UNIX Printing Setup

Installing the UNIX printer driver package

Procedures for downloading and installing the UNIX printer driver package.

IPV6 CONFIGURATION

Activating IPv6

Steps to activate IPv6 on the machine's control panel.

Setting IPv6 Addresses

DHCPv6 and Manual IPv6 Configuration

DHCPv6 address configuration (Stateful)

Steps for configuring IPv6 addresses using a DHCPv6 server.

Manual address configuration

Steps for manually configuring IPv6 addresses via web browser.

Network Driver Installation and SyncThru™ Connection

Installing printer driver

Driver installation for network printers in an IPv6 environment.

Connecting SyncThru™ Web Service

How to connect to SyncThru™ Web Service using IPv6 addresses.

basic setup

media and tray

SELECTING PRINT MEDIA

Guidelines for selecting appropriate print media to avoid issues.

Loading paper

LOADING PAPER IN TRAY

Tray 1 / optional tray

Steps for loading paper into Tray 1 and optional trays.

Multi-purpose tray

How to load paper into the multi-purpose tray and tips for its use.

PRINTING ON SPECIAL MEDIA

SETTING THE DEFAULT TRAY AND PAPER

In the control panel

Steps to set default paper size, type, and source via the control panel.

In the computer

How to set default paper settings via the computer's printer preferences.

printing

PRINTER DRIVER FEATURES

Lists standard and special features supported by printer drivers.

BASIC PRINTING

Canceling a print job

OPENING PRINTING PREFERENCES

USING SPECIAL PRINT FEATURES

Printing posters

How to print a document across multiple pages to create a poster.

Advanced Printing Features

Watermarks and Overlays

Using watermarks

How to add text or images as watermarks to documents.

Using overlay (PCL driver only)

How to create and use page overlays with PCL drivers.

USING DIRECT PRINTING UTILITY

CHANGING THE DEFAULT PRINT SETTINGS

SETTING YOUR MACHINE AS A DEFAULT MACHINE

MACINTOSH PRINTING

Printer Settings and Layout

Changing printer settings

How to adjust printer settings via the properties pane.

Job Setting

Options for using HDD/RAM disk for job storage, proofing, and scheduling.

Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paper

How to print multiple pages on a single sheet.

Printing on both sides of paper

Instructions for duplex printing and binding options.

Advanced Printing and Linux Printing

Printing booklets

How to print documents in a booklet format.

LINUX PRINTING

Information on printing from Linux applications using CUPS.

UNIX PRINTING

Changing the printer settings

using usb memory device

PRINTING FROM A USB MEMORY DEVICE

How to directly print files stored on a USB memory device.

USB Memory Device Management

BACKING UP DATA

How to back up machine settings to a USB memory device.

Restoring data

How to restore machine settings from a USB memory device.

machine status and advanced features

EMULATION, NETWORK, AND ECO SETTINGS

NETWORK

Network setup parameters like Ethernet speed and protocols.

DIRECT USB, JOB MANAGEMENT, ADMIN SETUP, AND MAINTENANCE

JOB MANAGEMENT

Managing print jobs stored on optional memory or HDD.

Maintenance

Procedures for maintaining the machine, like cleaning and checking supplies.

management tools

USING SYNCTHRU™ WEB SERVICE

How to use SyncThru™ Web Service for machine management and status checks.

SyncThru™ Web Service Tabs

Job Management tab

Manages print jobs stored on RAM disk or HDD.

Setting tab

Allows configuration of machine and network settings.

Security tab

Settings for system and network security, including user access control.

Smart Panel Settings and Linux Driver Configurator

USING THE UNIFIED LINUX DRIVER CONFIGURATOR

Tool for configuring machine devices, primarily for Linux.

Driver Configurator Tabs

maintenance

CLEANING A MACHINE

General precautions and procedures for cleaning the machine.

troubleshooting

TIPS FOR AVOIDING PAPER JAMS

Guidelines for selecting media and loading paper to prevent jams.

CLEARING PAPER JAMS

In tray 1

Steps to clear paper jams from Tray 1.

In optional tray 2

Paper Jam Locations and Clearing

In the optional high capacity feeder

Steps to clear paper jams from the optional high capacity feeder.

In the multi-purpose tray

Steps to clear paper jams from the multi-purpose tray.

Inside the machine

Steps to clear paper jams located inside the machine, including fuser area caution.

In the exit area

In the duplex unit area

Finisher Paper Jam Clearing

Paper jam in front of the finisher

Steps to clear paper jams located in front of the finisher.

Paper jam inside the finisher

Steps to clear paper jams located inside the finisher.

Finisher Exit and Mailbox Jam Clearing

Paper jam at the exit of the finisher

Steps to clear paper jams from the exit of the finisher.

Paper jam in front of the multi-bin mailbox

Steps to clear paper jams from the front of the multi-bin mailbox.

Mailbox Paper Jam Clearing

Paper jam inside the multi-bin mailbox

Steps to clear paper jams from inside the multi-bin mailbox.

Paper jam at the exit of the multi-bin mailbox

Steps to clear paper jams from the exit of the multi-bin mailbox.

UNDERSTANDING DISPLAY MESSAGES

Error Message Troubleshooting

Component Replacement Messages

Replace IMG.unit

Message indicating the imaging unit has reached its estimated life.

Replace new toner

Message indicating the toner cartridge has reached its estimated life.

Supply Status and Other Problems

SOLVING OTHER PROBLEMS

Lists common problems and their suggested solutions.

Paper feeding problems

Printing problems

Printing quality problems

Common OS Printing Problems

Common OS Printing Problems (Cont.)

supplies and accessories

MAINTENANCE PARTS

REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGE

REPLACING THE IMAGING UNIT

Accessory Installation Precautions and Activation

INSTALLING A WIRELESS NETWORK INTERFACE CARD

Configuring the machine’s wireless network

Using the control panel

How to configure wireless settings using the machine's control panel.

Using SyncThru™ Web Service

UPGRADING A MEMORY MODULE

Installing a memory module

Step-by-step guide for installing a DIMM memory module.

INSTALLING A HARD DISK

PRINTING WITH THE OPTIONAL MEMORY OR HARD DISK DRIVE

REPLACING THE STAPLER CARTRIDGE

PRINT MEDIA SPECIFICATIONS

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