Samsung SLM3015DW

This chapter includes instructions for updating the printer firmware. You can update the printer firmware by using one of the following methods:

• Update the firmware by using the USB cable.
• Update the firmware by using the network.

NOTE
Please do not turn off the printer/MFP and your computer until firmware update finishes. If you are using USB connection, disconnect all other USB printers from the PC. The firmware update you are about to install has been tested for compatibility with Samsung toner cartridge products ONLY. Installing The upgrade may cause a non-Samsung toner cartridge to malfunction. Do not run your printer during the firmware update.(Do not have any print job)

Update the firmware by using the USB port

1. Make sure that the machine is connected to the PC with a USB cable. Check if the printer is the ready status.
2. Download the firmware file to your PC. Unzip the file.
3. Drag the SWUPGRADE_ON.prn file and drop down it on the usblist2.exe.
4. Drag the firmware file(*.hd) and drop down it on the usblist2.exe. And then firmware update will be started automatically.
5. Once the firmware update is complete, the machine will be rebooted automatically.

Updating from the Network

WARNING
Failure to follow these instructions could lead to corruption issues and prevent the proper operation of this printer. Follow all of the instructions carefully.

Perform the following procedure to update the printer firmware from the network.

1. Access a web browser, such as Internet Explorer, from Windows. Enter the machine IP address (http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) in the address field and press the Enter key or click Go. When the main page of the SyncThruWeb Service (SWS) displays, login as Admin in Sync Thru Web Service.
   NOTE
   • Login using the Administrator ID and Password established during initial machine setup.
   • If Admin ID and password is not established, use the default value. (ID: admin / Password: sec00000)
2. Click on Maintenance > Firmware Upgrade > Upgrade Wizard.
3. Choose installation file (F/W file) by browsing the file system and click [OK].
4. The uploading step will start and verify installation file (F/W file).
5. After uploading the f/w file on printer, validation information will appear. Check Firmware version and click Next to upgrade Firmware and press [Next] to start the firmware upgrade.
6. The firmware update will start.
7. Once the installation is complete, the machine power-off and power-on automatically.