The Ricoh Aficio SP 3400N/SP 3410DN is a series of compact black and white laser printers designed to provide robust and economical desktop printing solutions for home offices and small businesses. These printers aim to deliver professional printing capabilities with maximum productivity and minimal effort, while also focusing on affordability and ease of maintenance.
Function Description
The primary function of the Ricoh Aficio SP 3400N/SP 3410DN series is to produce high-quality black and white laser prints. Both models are designed for network printing, allowing multiple users within a small office or home environment to share the device. The SP 3410DN model further enhances functionality with standard automatic duplexing, enabling efficient two-sided printing, which is beneficial for saving paper and reducing mailing and filing costs. The printers are built to handle demanding workloads and support a variety of media requirements, making them versatile tools for everyday office tasks. They are capable of processing incoming data streams quickly, ensuring that print jobs are completed efficiently. The inclusion of standard Ethernet networking and a USB 2.0 interface provides flexible connectivity options, allowing the units to be driven through a network or a single Windows PC or Mac.
Usage Features
The Ricoh Aficio SP 3400N/SP 3410DN printers are designed for ease of use and efficient operation. They offer fast output speeds of 30 pages-per-minute (Letter), ensuring that jobs are finished quickly. The laser-sharp 1200 x 600 dpi maximum resolution ensures that every page looks professional and crisp. With a fast warm-up time of 20 seconds and a first print speed of just 8 seconds, users can save time and energy, getting their print jobs started almost immediately.
The printers are equipped with a 295MHz CPU and standard 64 MB RAM, which allows them to process files with ease, handling popular PCL 6 or PostScript 3 emulation to keep pages flowing smoothly. This robust processing power contributes to a seamless printing experience, even with complex documents.
Media handling is a key feature, with user-adjustable, front-loading paper trays that enhance system flexibility. The standard paper supply includes a 250-sheet tray and a 50-sheet bypass tray, allowing for various media types and sizes. The bypass tray is particularly useful for speed envelope printing, which is ideal for in-house customer invoicing and mailing applications. The printers can accommodate a wide range of media sizes, up to 8.5" x 14", and paper weights up to 90 lb. Index. For users with higher volume needs, the paper capacity can be expanded up to 550 sheets with an optional 250-Sheet Paper Feed Unit, which installs beneath the standard tray to maintain a compact footprint while reducing interruptions for longer jobs.
The SP 3410DN's automatic duplexing feature is a significant advantage for users looking to conserve resources. It allows for productive two-sided printing, which not only saves paper but also contributes to lower mailing and filing costs. The compact design of both models ensures they fit comfortably on a desktop, making them suitable for environments where space is a premium.
Maintenance Features
The Ricoh Aficio SP 3400N/SP 3410DN series is designed to be virtually maintenance-free, contributing to a low total cost of ownership. A key aspect of this is the use of an All-In-One (AIO) print cartridge, which simplifies consumable replacement. Users can choose between a Standard Yield AIO print cartridge (2,500 pages) to minimize out-of-pocket supply expenses or a High Yield AIO (5,000 pages) to further reduce cost-per-page factors.
Replacing the print cartridge is a quick and mess-free process, as it involves exchanging the front-loading AIO print cartridge in seconds. This design minimizes downtime and makes routine maintenance straightforward for any user. The robust feature set and high duty cycle of these printers also contribute to their superior value and longevity, reducing the need for frequent repairs or replacements.
The printers are built with an emphasis on reliability, ensuring consistent performance over time. The design focuses on minimizing user intervention for maintenance tasks, allowing users to concentrate on their work rather than printer upkeep. The economical nature of the consumables, combined with the ease of replacement, makes these printers an attractive option for businesses looking to control printing costs effectively. The overall design prioritizes a hassle-free experience, from initial setup to ongoing operation and maintenance.
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