The Samsung CLX-3185 Color Laser Multifunction Printer Series immediately catches the eye with its sleek and compact design. Measuring just a little over a foot in all dimensions, this printer series efficiently utilizes space, making it ideal for small offices and home workspaces. Its minimalist and modern aesthetic blends seamlessly into any office environment, adding a touch of professionalism.
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| Samsung CLX 3185 |
Sorry, this item is discontinued. Replaced by Samsung Xpress C1860FW
One of the standout features of the Samsung Printer is its impressive printing capabilities. This series is built around the core technology of color laser printing, delivering sharp and vibrant prints with exceptional clarity. Whether you need professional-quality marketing materials or everyday documents, the machine can handle it all.
In addition to its printing capabilities, the Samsung CLX 3185 Printer shines as a multifunction device. It features a built-in copier and scanner, making it a versatile tool for a wide range of tasks. Whether you need to digitize documents, create electronic copies, or simply make quick copies of important paperwork, this Color Laser Multifunction Printer Series has you covered.
The Key Features
- Print/Scan/Copy
- Up to 16 ppm Mono Print
- Up to 4 ppm Colour Print
- USB interface
- SPL-C (Samsung Printer Language Colour)
- 150 Sheet Input Tray
- Print resolution up to 2,400 x 600 dpi
- Scan resolution up to 4,800 x 4,800 dpi
- Copy resolution up to 600 x 600 dpi
- Processor 360 Mhz
- RAM 128 MB
Benefits
- The ultra-handy Print Screen button that lets you print everything on your screen
- From the monitor to the page with just one touch
- Eco-Copy Feature makes it easy to help the environment
- Ideal for small, stylish spaces, and busy places
- Capture what catches your eye
- Your printing experience just got a lot more colorful
- One less noisy office distraction
- A soft approach to energy efficiency
- Navigation Ring Key
You might also need: Samsung CLX 3185 Driver for Windows
Samsung CLX 3185 Toner Cartridges
Full sets of toner Samsung CLX 3185 cartridge
- Compatible Samsung P4072C 4 Colour Toner Cartridge Multipack - 1.5p per page up to 1,500 pages (black) and 1,000 pages (colour)
- Samsung P4072C 4 Colour Toner Cartridge Multipack (CLT-P4072C/ELS) - 2.7p per page up to 1,500 pages (black) and 1,000 pages (colour)
Black toner cartridges
- Compatible Samsung CLT-K4072S Black toner cartridge (CLT-K4072S/ELS) - 1.5p per page up to 1,500 pages
- Compatible Samsung CLT-K4072 Toner Cartridge Black Twin Pack - 1.5p per page up to 1,500 pages x 2
- Samsung K4072S Black Toner Cartridge (CLT-K4072S/ELS) - 2.7p per page up to 1,500 pages
- Samsung CLT-K4072 Toner Cartridge Black Twin Pack - 2.7p per page up to 1,500 pages x 2
Cyan toner cartridges
- Compatible Samsung CLT-C4072S Cyan toner cartridge (CLT-C4072S/ELS) - 2.3p per page up to 1,000 pages
- Samsung C4072S Cyan Toner Cartridge (CLT-C4072S/ELS) - 4.1p per page up to 1,000 pages
Magenta toner cartridges
- Compatible Samsung CLT-M4072S Magenta toner cartridge (CLT-M4072S/ELS) - 2.3p per page up to 1,000 pages
- Samsung M4072S Magenta Toner Cartridge (CLT-M4072S/ELS) - 4.2p per page up to 1,000 pages
Yellow toner cartridges
- Compatible Samsung Y4072 Yellow Toner Cartridge (CLT-Y4072S/ELS) - 2.3p per page up to 1,000 pages
- Samsung Y4072S Yellow Toner Cartridge (CLT-Y4072S/ELS) - 4.1p per page up to 1,000 pages
Maintenance items
- Samsung CLX 3185 bildeinheit (image unit): Compatible Samsung R407 Imaging Unit (CLT-R407/SEE) - 0.2p per page up to 24,000 pages (black) and 6,000 pages (colour)
- Samsung CLT-W409 Waste Toner Collection Bottle (CLT-W409/SEE) - 0.2p per page up to 5,000 pages (black) and 1,250 pages (colour)
Mac Version Compatibility
- macOS 13 Ventura
- macOS 12 Monterey
- macOS 11 Big Sur
- macOS 10.15 Catalina
- macOS 10.14 Mojave (Liberty)
- macOS 10.13 High Sierra (Lobo)
- macOS 10.12 Sierra (Fuji)
- Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan (Gala)
- Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite (Syrah)
- Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks (Cabernet)
- Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion (Zinfandel)
- Mac OS X 10.7 Lion (Barolo)
- Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
- Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard (Chablis)
- Mac OS X 10.4.4 Tiger (Chardonnay)
- Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger (Merlot)
- Mac OS X 10.3 Panther (Pinot)
- Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar
- Mac OS X 10.1 Puma
- Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah
- Mac OS X 10 Kodiak (Beta)
- Mac OS 9
How to Install Driver for macOS?
To install the Samsung CLX-3185 multifunction printer driver on macOS, follow these steps:
- Scroll down and look at the table, then download the printer driver software for macOS. You can find the driver software on the Samsung support page for the Samsung CLX 3185.
- Once the download is complete, double-click the downloaded file to start the installation process.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. You may need to select your language, agree to the terms of use, and choose the installation location.
- Connect the printer to your computer using a USB cable or over the network. If you are using a network connection, make sure that the printer is connected to the same network as your computer.
- Open the Apple menu and select "System Preferences." Then, click "Printers & Scanners."
- Click the "+" button to add a new printer. The system will automatically detect the Samsung printer on the network. Select the printer and click "Add."
- The driver for the printer will be automatically installed. You may need to enter your administrator password to complete the installation.
- Once the printer is installed, you can print a test page to make sure everything is working properly.
Also see: Samsung CLX 3185FN Toner
How to Install Driver for macOS 10.15 (Catalina)?
- Install macOS 10.14 (Mojave) again
- Install the printer
- Then update the driver to macOS 10.15 (Catalina)
- Kept your Samsung CLX 3185 printer driver installed and still works in macOS 10.15 (Catalina)
If doesn't work after following the steps above, try the instructions below:
- Click here (official website) to download the latest driver available for the Samsung CLX 3185 Color Laser Multifunction Printer
- Make sure to select the correct OS X or macOS version (10.11/ 10.12/ 10.13/ 10.14) for macOS 10.15. You can select macOS 10.14 or OS X 10.11 or macOS 10.13 or later
- Download the driver of this laser printer machine
- After that, open the folder where located of the download file is and Click to open the driver file
- If you get the following error message when running it, the gatekeeper needs to be temporarily disabled.
- You need to open the terminal from the spotlight
- Type the command: sudo spctl --master-disable
- Enter the correct password and run the printer driver with the extension".pkg" again.
- Once the print driver has been installed, just open the driver package with the following
folder path and then install the following PKG drivers (ICDM, ScanThru):
- ScannerDriver > Mac_Installer > MAC_ICDM > ICDM.pkg
- ScannerDriver > Mac_Installer > MAC_TWAIN > ScanThru.pkg
- After the drivers are installed, you can go to System preferences > Printers & scanners and add the printer by clicking on the plus (+) button > Add printer or scanner > Samsung CLX-3185
- Make sure to select the specific driver and not AirPrint where it says "USE"
- Now, that your Samsung CLX-3185 printer has been added, you should be able to print or scan. If you want to scan, go to system preferences > printers and scanners > and select scan
- Enable gatekeeper (Mac security):
- Open terminal from the spotlight
- Typing the command: sudo spctl --master-enable
- Enter your password
How to Install Driver for macOS 11 (Big Sur)?
After you do the above thing, please follow the steps below:
- Update to macOS 11 (Big Sur)
- Kept the Samsung CLX-3185 Color Laser Multifunction Printer driver installed and still works in macOS 11 (Big Sur)
How to Install Driver for macOS 12 (Monterey)?
- Download the package for your macOS with the ".dmg" extension (look at the table row for Samsung Printer Driver V2.6)
- Download the 3rd-party macOS app in the table at the bottom
- Open the package ".dmg" file such that it mounts in Finder
- Open Pacifist
- Select Open Package
- Locate the package inside the mounted ".dmg" extension
- Select Install in the top toolbar of Pacifist, and provide your admin credentials when prompted
- Add your printer from System Preferences > Print and Scan > + successfully
How to Install Driver for macOS 13 (Ventura)?
Do the steps below after the above is done (macOS 12 Monterey)
- Then update to macOS 13 (Ventura)
- Kept your Samsung CLX 3185 driver installed and still works in macOS 13 (Ventura) correctly
Also need: Samsung CLX 3185FW
If you want to download a driver for this laser printer, you need to click on the download links that we have provided in the table below. If you get any broken links or any problems or have any questions with the Samsung CLX 3185 Color Laser Multifunction Printer, feel free to reach out through the contact form that we have provided.
| Operating System | Version | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung CLX-3185 Print Driver for Mac OS | V5.00 | Download |
| Samsung CLX-3185 Scan Driver for Mac OS | V2.31 | Download |
| Samsung CLX-3185 Print and Scan Driver for macOS | V2.6 | Download |
| Samsung CLX-3185 Third-party app for macOS | V4.0.5 | Download |
| Samsung CLX-3185 Manual Print and Scan Driver for macOS | - | View |