To reset the toner chip on your Samsung ML-2165 , you can use a firmware "fix" that allows the printer to function without the chip (chipless). This typically involves installing a modified firmware file that resets the internal counter to 100% every time the printer restarts. 1. Identify Your Printer's Information
To fix firmware issues and perform a chip reset on Samsung ML2165 and ML2168 printers, follow these steps: To reset the toner chip on your Samsung
printer, you typically need to install a "Fix Firmware" that allows the printer to operate without a chip or with a refilled cartridge. While official firmware is provided by HP Support (who now manages Samsung printers), third-party "fix" tools are often used for chip resets. Identify Your Printer's Information To fix firmware issues
The printer will program for 1–2 minutes and then restart automatically. Exact Printer Model To generate a specific fix
To generate a specific fix firmware for your device, providers like eReset typically require four pieces of information found in your printer's reports: (e.g., ML-2165 or ML-2168W). Firmware Version (e.g., V1.01.01.11). Machine Serial Number . CRUM Number (the serial number of the current toner chip). Steps to Get Required Information
This guide outlines how to apply a "Fix Firmware" to your or ML-2168 printer. This modification allows the printer to function without checking the cartridge's CRUM chip, effectively resetting the toner counter and allowing you to use refilled or third-party cartridges without a "toner empty" error. Step 1: Obtain Your Printer's Information