A custom firmware fix (commonly known as a FIX firmware or generator link) bypasses this chip restriction. This modification allows the printer to run without checking the chip status, saving significant money on refills. Understanding the Toner Chip Problem
A small command prompt window will flash on your screen, showing progress bars or dots moving across the window.
Re-insert the cartridge back into the printer and close the access door. Turn the printer back on.
Updating the firmware and resetting the chip on Samsung ML2165 and ML2168 printers offer several benefits, including:
: Ensure the printer is connected directly to your computer via a USB cable. Enter Download Mode : With the printer OFF, hold the Print Screen button, then press and hold . Release both after a few seconds. Run the Update : Drag and drop the firmware file onto the usbprns2.exe (or similar loader) application. Reboot and Tape Chip : After the printer reboots, remove the toner cartridge and cover the chip with tape
When your toner runs low, the printer chip locks the machine, preventing you from printing even if you manually refill the cartridge with fresh toner powder.
Buying new original cartridges is expensive. Refilling the cartridge with toner powder is cheap, but the printer will still refuse to print because the chip memory says it is empty.
: Drag the firmware file (often ending in .hd ) and drop it onto the executable file (usually usbprns2.exe ).
Drag the firmware file (often an .hd file) onto the provided executable program (usbprns2.exe or similar). Wait for the printer to program (1-2 minutes) and reboot.
Specific release builds or forum thread archives where original fix files are hosted.
A: This is a common result of a corrupted or incorrect firmware update. Don't panic. You may need to force a recovery. Disconnect the printer, then reconnect and try the flashing procedure again with the correct FIX file. Some users have reported success by holding the power button while plugging in the printer to enter a recovery mode.