Lexmark Office Edge Pro5500 Color MPF

 

Multi tasking is a necessity in the workplace. The demands are very high and work could come one after another. At times, even the simplest of things such as printing can become stressful. What you need is a printer that is capable of multi tasking as well.

 

A printer that is capable of printing, faxing, scanning, and copying all in one machine. If those are the specifications that you are looking for then you should take a look at Lexmark OfficeEdge Pro5500 Color MFP. It is a multi function printer capable of providing you all four functions in one device.

 

Design

The Lexmark OfficeEdge Pro5500 Color MFP is designed specifically for small sized businesses with five employees as a maximum. It is capable of printing, copying, scanning, and faxing files. It is the main multi function printer designed by Lexmark. Though it may fall behind when it comes to document printing which shows 4.4 pages per minute.

 

Its dimensions are 11.8 by 19.7 by 16.8 inches and weighs at 34.7 pounds. It has an automatic document feeder, duplex, for scanning, copying, and faxing purposes. It has a 300 sheet capacity that is acceptable for small business firms, though a 550 sheet capacity tray can be installed for an added price.

 

Features:

• Weight: 34.7 pounds

• Dimensions: 11.8 *19.7 * 16.8 inches

• Black and White Print Resolution: 2,400 dpi (Vertical); 1,800 dpi (Horizontal)

• Colored Print Resolution: 4,800 dpi (Vertical); 3,600 dpi (Horizontal)

• Input Type: Automatic Document Feeder

• ADF Capacity: 50 pages

• Reduction: 25%

• Enlargement: 400%

• Connectivity: Ehternet, USB, Wireless

• Modem Speed: 33.6 Kbps

• Transmission Speed: 3 seconds per page

• Fax Memory Capacity: 500 pages

• Maximum Copy Speed: 34 copies per minute

• Print Speed: 40 pages per minute (Black and White); 36 pages per minute (Color)

• Maximum Monthly Duty Cycle: per month 30,000 pages

• Maximum Output Capacity: 150 sheets

 

Pros

The main advantage of Lexmark OfficeEdge Pro5500 Color MFP is its multi function design capable of faxing, printing, copying, and scanning documents at a rate of 40 ppm for black and white and 36 ppm for colored documents.

 

Their print qualities for text documents are acceptable for an inkjet of its capacity and size. Though, it may be smart if you lay off the fine texts.

 

In addition, the Lexmark OfficeEdge Pro5500 Color MFP is also one of the fastest in its class when it comes to scanning documents. Its paper handling capacity can also be considered as the most a multi function printer is capable of handling.

It is also considered as a very productive MFP because of features that allows it to connect with the use of USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi.

 

Cons

The speed of the Lexmark OfficeEdge Pro5500 Color MFP is questionable, though it is already effective for a small business enterprise. However, if this was made in the past, it could have been one of the best. Furthermore, its graphic printing is sub par. You might be hesitant to give them to potential clients, and it creates sudden shifts in the color where it should have been gradual.

 

Conclusion

The Lexmark OfficeEdge Pro5500 Color MFP is the best option when you are looking for speed and is capable of handling a lot of paper. Its specifics are already enough for a small enterprise. Its printing quality is a bit questionable especially when you are particular with the graphics, though it can be offset with banding. It should not be used for printing documents which you are going to hand off to clients.