Konica Minolta ineo+ 3850 Scan to FTP Setup: A Step-by-Step Guide

Setting up Scan to FTP on your Konica Minolta ineo+ 3850 can significantly streamline your document workflow, allowing you to scan documents directly to a folder on your computer. This guide provides a comprehensive, easy-to-follow process to configure Scan to FTP, eliminating the need to rely solely on scanner drivers for network scanning. By using the Konica Minolta FTP Utility, you can establish a direct scan-to-folder functionality for your ineo+ 3850 device.

STEP 1 – Installing the Konica Minolta FTP Utility

This initial step involves downloading and installing the necessary Konica Minolta FTP Utility on your Windows PC. This utility acts as the bridge between your Konica Minolta ineo+ 3850 scanner and your computer, enabling the Scan to FTP feature.

1. Download the Konica Minolta FTP Utility.

   • Navigate to the download link: Konica Minolta FTP Utility.
   • Click on the DOWNLOAD NOW button to start the download process. This will download a zipped file to your computer.
   • Important: Ensure you unzip or extract the contents of the downloaded file before proceeding with the installation.

2. Install the FTP Utility.

   • Locate the extracted folder and find the FTPUtilitySetup.exe application file. Double-click on this file to begin the installation.

- The FTP Utility Setup Wizard will appear. Click **Next** to proceed through the installation steps.

- Continue clicking **Next** as prompted, and finally click **Finish** to complete the installation.

3. Configure the FTP Utility Settings.

   • After installation, you will find two new icons on your desktop: FTP Utility and FTP Utility Settings. Open FTP Utility Settings.

   • In the FTP Utility Settings window, you need to link the utility to a specific folder on your PC where you want your scanned documents to be saved. Click Browse and select the folder you wish to use for Scan to FTP.

   • Leave the TCP Port setting at its default value of 21.

   • Ensure the FTP User Anonymous checkbox is ticked.

   • Click OK to save the settings.

STEP 2 – Configuring the Konica Minolta ineo+ 3850 Address Book for FTP

With the FTP Utility set up on your computer, the next step is to configure your Konica Minolta ineo+ 3850 device to recognize your computer as an FTP destination. This is done through the machine’s Web Connection interface.

1. Access the Konica Minolta ineo+ 3850 Web Connection.
   • First, you need to find the IP address of your printer. On your computer, go to Control Panel, then select Devices and Printers.

2. Open Printer Properties and Web Connection.
   • Right-click on the Konica Minolta printer icon that you typically use for printing and select Printing Preferences.

3. Navigate to Printer Information.
   • In the Printing Preferences window, find and select the Printer Information tab or button. This will open the Web Connection interface for your Konica Minolta ineo+ 3850 in your web browser.

4. Go to Address Book Settings.
   • Within the Web Connection interface, navigate to the Store Address section. The exact location might slightly vary depending on your device’s firmware, but it is usually under settings related to address book or device settings.

5. Create a New Address Book Entry.
   • Click on New Registration to add a new contact entry for your Scan to FTP setup.

6. Configure FTP Address Book Details.
   • In the New Registration screen, under Search from function, select FTP. Then, fill in the details as follows:
     • Name: Enter a descriptive name for this FTP destination, for example, “Scan to PC”. This name will be displayed on the Konica Minolta ineo+ 3850 control panel when you scan.
     • Index: The index is automatically assigned based on the first character of the name. For “Scan to PC”, it would likely fall under the “PQRS” index.
     • Main: Tick the Main checkbox if you want this destination to appear in the Favorite tab on your Konica Minolta ineo+ 3850 for quick access.
     • Host Address (Please check to enter host name): Untick this option.
     • Host Address: Enter the IP Address of your computer. To find your computer’s IP address, open Command Prompt (type cmd in the Windows search bar and press Enter), type ipconfig, and press Enter. Look for the “IPv4 Address” under your active network adapter (Ethernet or Wireless LAN adapter).

    - **File Path**: Enter `/` or `\`.
    - **User ID**: Type `anonymous`.
    - **Password**: Leave this field empty.
    - **Anonymous**: Ensure **On** is selected.
    - **PASV Mode**: Set to **Off**.
    - **Proxy**: Set to **Off**.
    - **Port No**: Verify it is set to `21`.

- After filling in all the details, click **OK** to save the FTP address book setting.

7. Test the Scan to FTP Connection.
   • With the address book entry created, go to your Konica Minolta ineo+ 3850 device. Select Scan, then navigate to the Address Book and choose the name you assigned (e.g., “Scan to PC”).
   • Place a document in the scanner and initiate the scan. Check the folder you specified in the FTP Utility Settings on your computer. The scanned document should appear in this folder, confirming successful Scan to FTP setup.

By following these steps, you’ve successfully configured Scan to FTP on your Konica Minolta ineo+ 3850, streamlining your scanning process and improving your office productivity. Enjoy the convenience of direct document scanning to your computer without complex driver configurations!