Reset Printer Samsung 676 Link ((link)) — Fix Firmware Ml2165 Ml2168 Chip

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

If the above fails, buy a universal Samsung chip resetter (e.g., “UniSmart” or “TNR-100”). Place the resetter pins on the chip contacts for 5 seconds.

Option A – Automatic chip reset (preferred): To reset the toner chip on your Samsung

Step 4: Flash the Firmware

Download the firmware fix tool/archive.
Extract the files (usually a .exe file or a .hdl/.rom file with a USB download tool).
Run the USB_PRNSETUP.exe or similar flashing tool included in the download.
Select your printer model (ML-2165) from the dropdown menu.
Select the correct port (USB001, USB002, etc.).
Check the boxes for the files you want to update (Main Firmware is the most important).
Click "Download" or "Start".

Step-by-step hardware mod:

Disconnect the printer from power.
Remove the right side panel (two screws underneath).
Locate the small green mainboard.
Find the 4-pin connector leading to the toner contact board.
Cut Pin 2 (the data line) or cover it with Kapton tape.
Reassemble the printer.

Alternative (manual reset) – for ML-2168 chips only:
Cover the left contact on the chip with a small piece of non-conductive tape (Kapton tape). This forces the printer to read the chip as “full” but may disable toner level monitoring.