Name: Lexmark MB2442adwe
Brand: Lexmark
SKU: 1377998
Rating: 78 (22 reviews)

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Editorial note

The Lexmark MB2442adwe is a laser printer that stands out for its printing speed, reaching up to 40 pages per minute, making it ideal for work environments requiring high productivity. It also offers remarkable print quality, with a maximum resolution of 1200 x 1200 DPI, ensuring sharp and precise documents. Its color scanning functionality, with a resolution of 1200 x 600 DPI, allows for capturing images and documents with faithful details. Furthermore, its versatile connectivity, including Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB ports, facilitates integration with various devices. However, some drawbacks may hinder the user experience. The duplex printing mode being manual can be less convenient for users wanting an automatic feature. Additionally, although the printer offers impressive printing speeds, the color print resolution is lower than that of some competing models, which may affect the quality of color documents. Its weight of 19.4 kg makes moving and installing it sometimes difficult, especially in tight office spaces. The lack of automatic duplex copying and the limited capacity of the automatic document feeder (ADF) at 50 sheets may also pose issues for those with high printing and scanning needs. Regarding value for money, the cost of replacement toners can be high, thus increasing the total cost of ownership of the printer in the long run. Despite these limitations, the Lexmark MB2442adwe remains a solid option for professionals looking for an efficient and fast printer.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is quite good thanks to versatile connectivity and an intuitive interface, but the manual duplex printing mode can be a drawback for some.

Performance

The printing performance is excellent with a speed of up to 40 pages per minute, although the color resolution is lower than that of some competitors.

Design

The design is functional, but the weight of 19.4 kg can make it difficult to move, especially in tight workspaces.

Value for money

The cost of replacement toners can be high, which may increase the total cost of ownership in the long run.

Features

The printer offers interesting features like color scanning and Wi-Fi, but the lack of automatic duplex copying and the limited capacity of the ADF are drawbacks.

Usability

The usage is generally simple, but the manual duplex printing mode can be less convenient for frequent use.

Advantages

Fast printing up to 40 pages per minute

Laser print quality 1200 x 1200 DPI

Color scanning 1200 x 600 DPI

Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB connectivity

Manual duplex printing eco-friendly

Disadvantages

Manual double-sided printing only

Color resolution lower than some competitors

Weight of 19.4 kg difficult to move

No automatic double-sided copying

ADF limited to only 50 sheets

High cost of replacement toners

Technical Specifications MB2442adwe

General Information

Model

MB2442ADWE
Brand

Lexmark
Category

Computers and accessories
Type

Printer
SKU

1377998
MPN

1377998

Print speed

Printing technology

Laser
Printing

Mono printing
Duplex printing mode

Auto
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)

40 ppm
Maximum resolution

1200 x 1200 DPI
Duplex printing speed (Black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)

20 ppm
Copy time for the first page (Black, normal)

6.25 s
Print margins (top, bottom, right, left)

4 mm
Double-sided printing

Yes

Copier

Copy

Simple copy
Max. resolution of copies

- DPI
Copy speed (normal quality, black, A4)

40 cpm
Resizing copy

25 - 400 %
Release time of the first print (black, normal)

6.25 s
Duplex copy

Yes
Duplex copy

Yes
Duplex printing speed (Letter, black)

20 ppm
Duplex copy

Yes

Digitization

Digitization

Color scanning
Optical scanning resolution

1200 x 600 DPI
Optical analysis resolution (black)

1200 x 600 pixels per inch
Optical analysis resolution (color)

600 x 600 pixels per inch
Maximum scan area

215.9 x 355.6 mm
Type of scanner

Flatbed and ADF scanner
Scan to

Email, FTP, Image, USB
Scanning speed (color)

22 ppm
Scanner speed (black)

45 ppm
Duplex scanning speed (color)

10.5 ppm
Duplex scanning speed (black)

20 ppm
Supported image formats

JPEG, JPG, TIFF
Support for text formats

PDF, XPS
Scanning technology

CIS
Double-sided scanning

Yes

Fax

Fax

Simple fax
Fax transmission speed

3 sec/page
Modem speed

33.6 Kbit/s
Caller ID

Yes
Caller ID

Yes
Caller ID

Yes
Caller ID

Yes
Caller ID

Yes

Features

Digital sender

-
Service cycle (Maximum)

100000 pages per month
Printing colors

Black
Service cycle (recommended)

1000 - 10000 pages per month
Languages of the page description

Microsoft XPS, PCL 5e, PCL 6, PDF 1.7, PPDS, PostScript 3
Country of origin

China

Design

Market position

Professional
Product color

Black, Grey
Color display

Yes
Screen size

4.3 "
Color display

Yes
Color display

Yes
Order type

Touchscreen

Other features

Finishing option

No
Energy Saving Mode

Yes
Energy Saving Mode

Yes

Input and output capacity

Total power capacity

350 sheets
Paper feed type

Paper bin
Maximum input capacity

900 sheets
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) production capacity

50 sheets
Input capacity of multi-purpose trays

100 sheets
Total number of power supply units

2
Maximum number of feed bins

3
Maximum output capacity

150 sheets
Maximum output capacity

150 sheets
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) production capacity

50 sheets
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)

Yes
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)

Yes

Paper management

Maximum ISO A series paper size

A4
Type of paper tray support

Card stock
ISO, Format Series A (A0...A9)

Envelopes
Non-ISO print support sizes

Labels
JIS series B format (B0...B9)

Plain paper
Envelope sizes

Transparencies
Weight of paper tray support

A4
A5
A6
Executive (184 x 267mm)
Folio (media size)
Legal (media size)
Letter (media size)
Oficio (media size)
Statement (140 x 216mm)
Universal
B5
7 3/4
9
10
DL
60 - 120 g/m²

Connectivity

USB port

Yes
Standard interfaces

Ethernet, USB 2.0, Wireless LAN
Quantity of USB 2.0 Ports

2
USB connector

USB Type-A / USB Type-B
USB port

Yes

Representation / realization

Maximum internal memory

1024 MB
Built-in memory card reader

No
Maximum internal memory

1024 MB
Number of processor cores

2
Processor frequency

1000 MHz
Sound pressure level (scanning)

55 dB
Sound pressure level (scanning)

55 dB
Sound pressure level (scanning)

55 dB
Sound pressure level (duplex printing)

54 dB
Integrated into the processor

Yes

Power

Electricity consumption (average operation)

- W
Energy Star, typical electrical consumption (TEC)

1.6 kWh/week
Average power consumption in Print mode

570 W
Average power consumption in Copy mode

590 W
Average power consumption in Scanning mode

17.5 W
Energy consumption (loan)

11.5 W
Energy consumption (in standby mode)

2.1 W

Minimum system requirements

Support for the Windows operating system

Windows 10
Support for the Mac operating system

Windows 7
Support for the Linux operating system

Windows 7 x64
Windows 8
Windows 8 x64
Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1 x64
Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite
Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan
Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra
Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Yes

Sustainability

Sustainability certificates

ENERGY STAR

Certificate

Certification

ICES-003 Class B
BSMI Class B
VCCI Class B
US FDA
UL 60950-1
FCC Class B
cUL CAN/CSA-C22.2 60950-1
NOM
CB EN/IEC 60950-1
CB EN/IEC 60825-1
CE DoC (EN 62301 Class B, EN 62311, CE EN/IEC 60950-1, CE EN/IEC 60825-1, EN 61000-3, EN 55022 Class B, EuP, EN 55024, UL)
EFTA (CE)
KCC
CCC
CECP
CEL
C-tick DoC
UL-AR
KC mark
UL GS mark
EC 1275
MET-I
ISO 532B
ECMA-370
TED
GOST-R
SII
TER

Weight and dimensions

Width

399 mm
Depth

429.5 mm
Height

467 mm
Weight

19400 g

Packaging information

Package width

484 mm
Package depth

524 mm
Package height

564 mm
Package weight

22250 g

Environmental conditions

Relative humidity rate (storage)

8 - 80 %
Temperature out of operation

0 - 40 °C
Operating temperature

10 - 32 °C
Relative humidity rate (storage)

8 - 80 %
Operating altitude

0 - 5000 m

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight of the Lexmark MB2442adwe?

The weight of the Lexmark MB2442adwe is 19,400 g.

What is the best method to remove paper jammed in the printer?

To remove a jammed paper, it is recommended to do so carefully. Turn off the printer and ensure that the print head is not in contact with the paper and that no pieces remain inside the printer.

Why does my printer not recognize original cartridges?

Non-authentic cartridges may not be detected by the printer. If this happens, a message may indicate that the cartridge is empty. Refer to the cartridge manual for solutions; otherwise, it is recommended to contact the seller.

What could be the causes of poor print quality?

Poor print quality can be due to several factors. Check if the cartridges or toners are full. For inkjet printers, cleaning is often necessary, or the cartridges may be dry or the print head damaged. For laser printers, calibration is advised.

What is the difference between a laser printer and an inkjet printer?

A laser printer uses toner to print, while an inkjet printer uses ink.

Why does my inkjet printer leave black streaks on prints?

Generally, this indicates that the inkjet printer cartridge is defective and needs to be replaced.

What does the acronym DPI mean?

DPI stands for Dots Per Inch and indicates the number of ink droplets applied to the paper per inch during printing.

What are the certifications of the Lexmark MB2442adwe?

The Lexmark MB2442adwe has several certifications, including ICES-003 Class B, BSMI Class B, VCCI Class B, US FDA, UL 60950-1, FCC Class B, cUL CAN/CSA-C22.2 60950-1, NOM, CB EN/IEC 60950-1, CB EN/IEC 60825-1, as well as other CE and international standards.

What is the size of the screen on the Lexmark MB2442adwe?

The screen of the Lexmark MB2442adwe measures 4.3 inches.

What is the height of the Lexmark MB2442adwe?

The height of the Lexmark MB2442adwe is 467 mm.

What is the width of the Lexmark MB2442adwe?

The Lexmark MB2442adwe has a width of 399 mm.

What is the depth of the Lexmark MB2442adwe?

The depth of the Lexmark MB2442adwe is 429.5 mm.

Is the manual for the Lexmark MB2442adwe available in French?

Unfortunately, the manual for the Lexmark MB2442adwe is not available in French. It is only offered in English.

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