The Samsung CLX 3160N Printer does more than just provide you the ability to print with either color or monochrome Samsung CLX 3160N compatible toner. Within one enclosure, it also works as a scanner, copier and fax machine. Everything is contained inside its body measuring 18.3 inches x 16.9 inches x 19.1 inches (W x D x H). Attachment to a PC is done by means of a USB port, although it’s also network-ready for use within a workgroup.
Being a laser printer, it can dish out 16 black-and-white pages each minute. That’s equivalent to 4 pages each minute when doing color jobs. But for both tasks, a resolution of up to 2400 dpi x 600 dpi (dots per inch) may be utilized. Upon purchase, starter toner cartridges are provided. The black toner can last for a max of 1500 pages, while the rest (cyan, magenta and yellow) each can last for up to 700 pages.
Standard media handling capacity is up to 150 sheets, courtesy of the single paper cassette available. The tray can be configured to handle a variety of media sizes. Speaking of media sizes, the machine can work on anything which measures from 3 inches x 5 inches to 8.5 inches x 14 inches. Compatible media types include plain paper, cards, transparencies, envelopes and labels. An optional 250-sheet capacity paper tray may be attached for increased media handling requirements.
An A4-size flatbed scanner is around, which can offer an interpolated image resolution of up to 4800 dpi x 4800 dpi. Out in the front is a USB 2.0 port. When scanning, you have the option to directly save the document to a USB flash memory plugged into the port. However, saving it to the computer’s hard drive or attaching it to an e-mail is also possible. Scan to network feature may be activated if the machine is shared by a workgroup.
As a copier, it works in the same speed exhibited when being used as a laser printer, for both color and mono documents. However, a resolution of 1200 x 1200 dpi may be taken advantage of. Up to 400 percent document enlargement may be done; that’s 35 percent for size reduction. You may choose between the automatic document feeder or flatbed scanner, and create a max of 99 reproductions.
Color and mono faxing are both allowed. Data transmission speed is up to 33.6 Kbps, thanks to the modem residing inside the CLX 3160N. Resolutions which can be used include 300 x 300 dpi and 200 x 200 dpi. As much as 320 pages may be stored on the allotted fax memory. Making up for the missing handset are user options on the control panel for easy redialing, accessing phone book address, etc.
Well laid out, the control panel makes the operation of this 4-in-one machine a breeze. Other than faxing, there are also dedicated buttons for copying, scanning and of course printing. Available USB port on the front panel may also be used for direct printing of files on a USB flash drive or digital camera. A total of 128MB RAM already comes installed. There’s support for an assortment of operating systems.
Duty cycle of the Samsung CLX 3160N Printer is set by the manufacturer at 24200 impressions a month. Providing a designated spot for this unit is recommendable, as it weighs a little over 45 pounds. And when you use Samsung CLX toner, your output will be consistently professional and sharp. Now only one nifty solution is needed to get printing, scanning, reproducing and faxing tasks done in the workplace.
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