Printer compatibility workarounds
🔍 Printer compatibility workarounds
This guide explains printer compatibility workarounds for specific printer models so they work correctly with Sure-Fire.
⚠️ Before You Begin
Use these steps only if your printer model does not work correctly using your current Sure-Fire print method and settings.
📊 Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Brother MFC 4450
Brother MFC 4450 should work with Windows Print Method selected in your Sure-Fire printer setup.
Step 2: Okidata Okipage 6E
Okidata Okipage 6E:
- Open the Status Monitor (the Okidata software that came with the printer).
- Select Preferences or Printer menu (whichever is listed).
- On the Layout tab, change Emulation from Hy-Per-Windows to HP LaserJet 4.
Note: If you are having trouble with an Okipage 6E in XP, see this page on the Okidata support site:
Step 3: Okidata Okipage 8W
Okidata Okipage 8W should work with Windows Print Method selected in your Sure-Fire printer setup.
Step 4: Okidata Okipage 10E
Okidata Okipage 10E:
- Open the Status Monitor (the Okidata software that came with the printer).
- On the Printer Setup tab, select the Printer menu.
- On the Layout tab, make sure Emulation is set to HP LaserJet 6.
Note: If you are having trouble with an Okipage 10E in XP, see this page on the Okidata support site:
Step 5: Okidata Okipage 10EX
- Open the Status Monitor.
- On the Controls tab, select the Emulation tab.
- Select PCL.
- At the Control Panel for the printer, take the printer offline.
- Select the Level 1 menu, and then click the Personality tab.
- Click Emulation, and then select HP PCL6.
Step 6: Xerox WorkCentre XD100
Select Windows Print Method in your SureFire printer setup.
Step 7: Xerox Docuprint 12P
Xerox Docuprint 12P emulates the HP LaserJet IIP. Try the LaserJet II or IIP driver.
❌ Common Errors
If changes don’t help, confirm you’re using the same print method you selected in Sure-Fire printer setup and re-check your printer’s emulation settings.
📞 Still Need Help?
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