Enable USB port on Sharp MX-B350P, AR-B352PT, MX-B450P, AR-B452PT

By default the USB port is disabled on these Sharp models. To enable the USB port on the Sharp MX-B350P, AR-B352PT, MX-B450P and AR-B452PT, you enter simulation mode and switch it on. Here are the exact steps.

How to enable the USB port on the Sharp MX-B350P / MX-B450P

1. Enter simulation mode on the machine.
2. Go to SIM 26-50 (press 26, OK, then 50, OK).
3. Use the down arrow to select “G: USB DEVICE”.
4. Press 1, then press OK.
5. Press the Home button to exit. The USB port is now enabled.

Watch the video

You can watch the full procedure here:

Frequently asked questions

Why is the USB port disabled by default?

Sharp ships several MX-B and AR-B models with the USB host port turned off. You must enable it in simulation mode before you can print from a USB cable or drive.

What is simulation (SIM) mode?

Simulation mode is a service menu used to change machine settings such as ports, counters and adjustments.

Which models does this cover?

The MX-B350P, AR-B352PT, MX-B450P and AR-B452PT use the same SIM 26-50 procedure.

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