An Accessible Multipurpose Printer for Hectic Offices
Samsung, as one of the world's largest printer manufacturers, understands the growing need for multifunctional printers in office settings. Thus, they launched the Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW MFP printer. This machine is able to print, scan, copy, and even send and receive faxes in only one device. It is capable of printing at a speed of up to 40 pages per minute, which is considerably fast. It also offers a decent maximum printing resolution of 1200 x 1200 dpi. The standard paper input capacity is suitable for basic office needs, with 250 sheets in total.
The auto duplex feature offered by the ProXpress SL-M3870FW Laser Multifunction allows the printer to run two-sided printing automatically and helps you reduce the paper cost by up to 50 percent. It has a 4-line LCD display to help users navigate and operate the printer without too many hassles. You can connect to this printer through various interfaces, such as Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB. This device is compatible with Windows Operating Systems, such as Windows XP/ Windows 7/ Windows 8/ Windows 8.1/ Windows 10/ Windows 11.
Using a mono laser as its printing method, Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW needs higher power consumption, with 700 watts during printing and 10 watts during standby mode. The memory of this printer is pretty big for a printer in its class, with 256 MB/ 768 MB.
Also updated: Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW Drivers for Mac
Key Features
- USB, Network, and Wireless
- SPL, PCL6, PS3, PCL5e, IBM Proprint, EPSON, PDF V1.7
- Print/ Scan/ Copy/ Fax
- 600 MHz Processor
- 256 MB (768 MB) RAM
- Enterprise-Level Document Security
- Automatic Double-Sided Printing
- 1200 x 1200 dpi Print
- 6.5 seconds First page
- Up to 38ppm Mono Print
- 250 Sheet Input Tray
- 50 Sheet MPT
Toner Cartridges
- Compatible High Capacity Black Samsung 203L Toner Cartridge (Replaces MLT-D203L/ ELS Laser Printer Cartridge) with 0.7p per page up to 5,000 pages
- Compatible Extra High Capacity Black Samsung 203E Toner Cartridge - (MLT-D203E/ ELS) with 0.5p per page up to 10,000 pages
- Genuine High Capacity Black Samsung 203L Toner Cartridge - (MLT-D203L/ ELS) with 1.6p per page up to 5,000 pages
- Genuine Black Samsung 203 Toner Cartridge - (MLT-D203S/ ELS) with 1.9p per page up to 3,000 pages
- Genuine Extra High Capacity Black Samsung 203E Toner Cartridge - (MLT-D203E/ ELS) with 1.1p per page up to 10,000 pages
Windows Compatibility
- Windows 11
- Windows 10 (32-bit/ 64-bit)
- Windows 8.1 (32-bit/ 64-bit)
- Windows 8 (32-bit/ 64-bit)
- Windows 7 (32-bit/ 64-bit)
- Windows Vista (32-bit/ 64-bit)
- Windows XP (32-bit/ 64-Bit Edition)
- Windows Server 2003/ Server 2003 (64-Bit Edition)/ Server 2008 (R2)/ Server 2008 (x64)/ Server 2012/ Server 2016/ Server 2016 (R2)
How to Install Printer Driver?
For the printer to work correctly, the Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW driver must be set up first. You need to follow the steps below:
- Once the download finishes, you can start the process to install the printer driver on your Windows computer. Find out where the downloaded file has been saved. Once you find it, then click. Hint: A driver file’s name usually ends with an “exe” extension.
- After that, you may either right-click on it and then choose “Run as Administrator” or double-click on it. Then wait for a while until the Samsung ProXpress M3870FW driver file is extracted. After the extraction is completed, go to the next step.
- The installation process should begin at this moment if you follow all of the instructions given on the computer screen. You must follow all of the instructions to install the driver on your computer correctly.
- After following the three steps above, your printer is ready to use.
How to Uninstall Printer Driver?
Ensure that you follow all of the following guides. The Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW driver can be uninstalled from your Windows:
- Press the Start menu on your device.
- Click Control Panel, then you can search the “Control Panel” in the “search window” box. Find the “Programs” menu and select “Uninstall a program.”
- A list of applications installed on your device should appear. Find the Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW MFP Printer driver. Then, you may also input the name of the program in the available search bar.
- After that, you may double-click on the Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW and click “Uninstall/Change.” Furthermore, instructions will show a pop-up on the screen to follow correctly.
How to Setup Wireless Network Through USB?
If you need to configure the Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW printer to connect with the wireless network, download the Samsung Easy Wireless Setup application. Follow the instructions below:
- Run the downloaded file to start the installation, and click Next
- Wait until the installation is complete and click Finish
- Run Samsung Easy Wireless Setup and click Next
- Turn ON your Samsung MFP Printer and click Next
- Select the Wireless Setup Method, select Using a USB cable, and then click Next
- The list of available wireless networks appears. Select your network, and then click Next to continue
- Enter your Password (Security Key) into the Network Password field, and click Next
- Wait for the connection process to complete. This might take a few minutes, depending on the network connection
- Select Wireless and Click Next
- Print a test page for Finish. Unplug the USB cable from your printer and computer
You might also need: Samsung ProXpress M3820ND Driver for Windows
If you want to get the Samsung ProXpress M3870FW driver, you must click on the download links that we have provided in the table below. If you find any broken links or any problems with this printer, please contact our team by using the contact form that we have provided.
| Driver Type | Ver/Size | Action |
|---|---|---|
| ProXpress SL-M3870FW Series Print Driver Windows 11/ 10 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 8 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 7 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ Vista (32-bit or 64-bit)/ XP (32-bit or 64-Bit Edition)/ Server 2003/ Server 2003 (64-Bit Edition)/ Server 2008 (R2)/ Server 2008 (x64)/ Server 2012/ Server 2016/ Server 2016 (R2) | 3.13.13/ 37.2 MB | Download |
| ProXpress SL-M3870FW Series Print Driver (No Installer) Windows 11/ 10 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 8 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 7 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ Vista (32-bit or 64-bit)/ XP (32-bit or 64-Bit Edition)/ Server 2003/ Server 2003 (64-Bit Edition)/ Server 2008 (R2)/ Server 2008 (x64)/ Server 2012/ Server 2016/ Server 2016 (R2) | 3.13.13/ 20.9 MB | Download |
| ProXpress SL-M3870FW Series Scan Driver Windows 11/ 10 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 8 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 7 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ Vista (32-bit or 64-bit)/ XP (32-bit or 64-Bit Edition)/ Server 2003/ Server 2003 (64-Bit Edition)/ Server 2008 (R2)/ Server 2008 (x64)/ Server 2012/ Server 2016/ Server 2016 (R2) | 3.31.39/ 31.8 MB | Download |
| ProXpress SL-M3870FW Series Universal Print Driver Windows 11/ 10 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 8 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 7 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ Vista (32-bit or 64-bit)/ XP (32-bit or 64-Bit Edition)/ Server 2003/ Server 2003 (64-Bit Edition)/ Server 2008 (R2)/ Server 2008 (x64)/ Server 2012/ Server 2016/ Server 2016 (R2) | 3.00.16/ 38.5 MB | Download |
| ProXpress SL-M3870FW Series Printer Diagnostics Windows 11/ 10 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 8 (32-bit or 64-bit)/ 7 (32-bit or 64-bit) | 1.0.4.29/ 23 MB | Download |
Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW Driver Update FAQ
Why do I need to update Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW driver?
Installing the correct printer driver updates can increase performance, stability, and add new features for the printer/ computer. Do not install the incorrect driver; it will make your printer not work properly or respond slowly.
How can I update Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW driver?
The printer driver updates can be carried out manually with the Windows Device Manager, or automatically by downloading a driver update software utility.
When should Samsung ProXpress SL-M3870FW driver be updated?
The common recommendation is to update your Samsung printer driver after major Windows updates.
Why don't you update Samsung SL-ProXpress M3870FW driver?
Many people don't know the need for updating the printer driver, which is the reason they never get updates.