Manual of product MC3426i
Editorial note
The Lexmark MC3426i is a multifunction printer that stands out for its printing speed, reaching up to 26 pages per minute in black and color. This model is ideal for demanding work environments where productivity is essential. Additionally, the built-in duplex printing feature helps reduce paper waste, making it a more eco-friendly choice. Its print quality is also remarkable, with a resolution of 600 x 600 DPI, ensuring sharp documents and vibrant colors. However, some drawbacks must be considered. The lack of automatic duplex copying can slow down the process for those who frequently print double-sided documents. Furthermore, the absence of an integrated fax machine can be a disadvantage for professionals who need it for quick send-outs. The capacity of the automatic document feeder (ADF) is limited to 50 sheets, which may require frequent interventions for large volumes. Finally, its weight of 19,400 g can complicate its movement in tight spaces. Overall, the Lexmark MC3426i offers good value for money, with features that meet the needs of many users, although some limitations may not suit everyone. Its scores reflect a positive user experience and solid performance, although improvements could be considered in terms of features and design.Score details
User experience
The user experience is overall positive thanks to an intuitive interface and well-thought-out features, such as integrated duplex printing.
Performance
With a printing speed of 26 ppm in color and black, the Lexmark MC3426i allows for quick processing of a high volume of documents, ideal for demanding work environments.
Design
The design is modern and functional, but its weight of 19,400 g can make it difficult to move in tight spaces.
Features
Although it offers interesting features like color printing and Wi-Fi connectivity, the lack of automatic duplex copy function and built-in fax may be a disadvantage for some users.
Value for money
The Lexmark MC3426i offers good value for money, particularly due to its exceptional print quality and document management capabilities, despite some limitations.
Usability
The capacity of the automatic document feeder is limited to 50 sheets, which may require frequent interventions for scanning or copying large volumes.
Advantages
Print speed of 26 pages per minute
Built-in duplex printing to save paper
Print quality of 600 x 600 DPI
Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity available
50-sheet automatic document feeder
Disadvantages
No automatic duplex copying.
No built-in fax machine.
ADF limited to 50 sheets.
High weight of 19,400 g.
Print resolution of 600 x 600 DPI.
Technical Specifications MC3426i
General Information
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ModelMC3426I
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Brand
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Category
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Type
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SKU1488854
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MPN1488854
Print speed
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Printing technologyLaser
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PrintingColor printing
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Double-sided printingYes
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Maximum resolution- DPI
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Black print resolution600 x 600 DPI
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Black print resolution600 x 600 DPI
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Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)26 ppm
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Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)26 ppm
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Duplex printing speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)13 ppm
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Duplex printing speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)13 ppm
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Copy time for the first page (Black, normal)10.8 s
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Copy time for the first page (color, normal)11 s
Copier
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CopyColor copy
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Duplex copyYes
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Max. resolution of copies- DPI
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Copy speed (normal quality, color, A4)24.7 cpm
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Copy speed (normal quality, color, A4)24.7 cpm
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Release time of the first print (color, concept)13.1 s
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Release time of the first print (color, concept)13.1 s
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Resizing copy25 - 400 %
Digitization
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Double-sided scanningYes
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DigitizationColor scanning
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Optical analysis resolution (color)600 x 600 pixels per inch
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Optical analysis resolution (color)600 x 600 pixels per inch
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Optical scanning resolution- DPI
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Maximum scan area216 x 356 mm
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Type of scannerFlatbed and ADF scanner
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Scanning technologyCIS
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Scan toE-mail, FTP, Network folder, USB
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Supported image formatsJPEG, JPG, TIFF
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Support for text formatsPDF
Fax
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FaxNo
Features
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Service cycle (Maximum)75000 pages per month
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Service cycle (recommended)750 - 5000 pages per month
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Double-sided functionsCopy, Print, Scan
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Number of print cartridges2
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Printing colorsBlack, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow
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Languages of the page descriptionPCL 5, PCL 6, PCLm, PostScript 3
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Printer fontsPCL, PostScript
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Bitmap fontsOCR-A, OCR-B
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Country of originChina
Input and output capacity
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Total number of power supply units2
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Maximum number of feed bins4
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Maximum input capacity250 sheets
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Maximum output capacity100 sheets
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Manual feedingYes
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Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) production capacity50 sheets
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Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) production capacity50 sheets
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Manual feedingYes
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Maximum input capacity250 sheets
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Maximum output capacity100 sheets
Paper management
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Maximum ISO A series paper sizeA4
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Type of paper tray supportCard stock
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ISO, Format Series A (A0...A9)Glossy paper
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JIS series B format (B0...B9)Labels
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ISO Paper Size, Series C Formats (C0…C9)Plain paper
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JIS series B format (B0...B9)A4
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Non-ISO print support sizesA5
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Envelope sizesA6
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Weight of paper tray supportB5
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C5
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B5
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Executive (184 x 267mm)
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Folio (media size)
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Hagaki card
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Legal (media size)
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Letter (media size)
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Oficio (media size)
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Statement (140 x 216mm)
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Universal
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7 3/4
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9
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10
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B5
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C5
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DL
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60 - 176 g/m²
Connectivity
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USB portYes
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USB portYes
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USB connectorUSB Type-B
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Quantity of USB 2.0 Ports1
Network
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WifiYes
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WifiYes
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Wifi standards802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
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Wiring technology10/100/1000Base-T(X)
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LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate10,100,1000 Mbit/s
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Security-supported algorithmIPSEC, LEAP, MD5, MSCHAPv2, PEAP, SNMPv3, TLS, TTLS
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Support for network protocols (IPv4)IPSEC, TCP/IP
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Support for network protocols (IPv6)TCP/IP, IPSEC
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Management protocolsDHCP, APIPA (AutoIP), BOOTP, RARP, mDNS, IGMP, WINS, DDNS, SNMPv3, SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, NTP, ICMP, HTTP, DNS, ARP, HTTPs (SSL/TLS), Finger
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Mobile printing technologiesApple AirPrint
Representation / realization
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Maximum internal memory1024 MB
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Maximum internal memory1024 MB
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Integrated into the processorYes
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Number of processor cores2
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Processor frequency1000 MHz
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Sound pressure level (duplex printing)52 dB
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Sound pressure level (duplex printing)52 dB
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Sound pressure level (copy)50 dB
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Sound pressure level (scanning)44 dB
Design
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Product colorBlack, White
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Market positionProfessional
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Color displayYes
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ScreenLCD
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Screen size2.8 "
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Color displayYes
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Order typeTouchscreen
Power
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Energy consumption (in standby mode)1.3 W
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Electricity consumption (average operation)- W
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Average power consumption in Print mode400 W
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Average power consumption in Copy mode395 W
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Average power consumption in Scanning mode21 W
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Energy consumption (loan)17.5 W
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Energy Star, typical electrical consumption (TEC)0.37 kWh/week
Minimum system requirements
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Support for the Windows operating systemWindows 10
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Support for the server operating systemWindows 7
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Support for the Linux operating systemWindows 7 x64
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Support for other operating systemsWindows 8
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Windows 8 x64
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Windows 8.1
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Windows 8.1 x64
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Windows Server 2003
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Windows Server 2008
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Windows Server 2008 R2
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Windows Server 2008 x64
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Windows Server 2012
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Windows Server 2016
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Fedora 27
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RedHat EL Linux 7.5
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RedHat EL Linux 7.6
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Ubuntu 16.04
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Ubuntu 18.04 LTS
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openSUSE 42.3
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Novell Open Enterprise Server 11
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Novell Open Enterprise Server 2
Environmental conditions
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Operating temperature10 - 32 °C
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Operating relative humidity (H-H)8 - 80 %
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Operating altitude0 - 3048 m
Certificate
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CertificationENERGY STAR
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DE-UZ-205
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ICES-003 Class B
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US FDA/CDRH
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UL 60950-1
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FCC Class B
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cUL CAN/CSA-C22.2 60950-1
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CB EN/IEC 60950-1
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CB EN/IEC 60825-1
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CE DoC (EN 62311, CE, CE, EN 61000-3, EN 55022 Class B, EN 55024, UL)
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EFTA (CE)
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KCC
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CCC
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CECP
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CEL
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UL-AR
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KC mark
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UL GS mark
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EU 1275
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ISO 532B
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ECMA-370
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GOST-R
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SII
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TER
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China Green Product (CGP)
Weight and dimensions
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Width411.2 mm
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Depth394.1 mm
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Height344.4 mm
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Weight19400 g
Packaging information
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Package width440 mm
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Package depth556 mm
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Package height519 mm
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Package weight22700 g
Packaging contents
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Cartridge(s) includedYes
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Included cartridge capacity (CMY)1500 pages
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Included cartridge capacity (CMY)1500 pages
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Cables includedSector
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General Information
The model Lexmark MC3426i is manufactured by the brand Lexmark, known for its quality and innovation in the field of printing equipment. This model, referenced under the code MC3426i | 40N9650, is designed to provide optimal performance and an enhanced user experience. The EAN code 0734646720540 allows for unique identification of the product in distribution systems.
Print Speed
Equipped with laser printing technology, the Lexmark MC3426i ensures superior print quality with precise results. With a resolution of 600 x 600 DPI, color and black-and-white prints are vibrant and detailed. The print speed reaches 26 pages per minute (ppm) for both black and color documents, making this device suitable for dynamic work environments. Additionally, the duplex printing function helps save paper, with a speed of 13 ppm in duplex mode.
Copier
The integrated copier of the Lexmark MC3426i offers color copy capability but does not have automatic duplexing. The copy speed is 24.7 copies per minute (cpm) for both black and color documents, with a first copy out time of 13.1 seconds.
Scanning
Color scanning is also supported, providing faithful reproductions of your documents. With an optical scan resolution of 600 x 600 pixels per inch, scanned images are of high quality. However, it is worth noting that duplex scanning is not available. The flatbed scanner and ADF can handle up to 50 sheets at a time, facilitating scanning tasks.
Fax
The Lexmark MC3426i does not have fax functionality, limiting its use for users needing to send documents by fax.
Features
The maximum service cycle of the printer is 75,000 pages per month, while the recommended cycle is between 750 and 5,000 pages per month. This model is equipped with two cartridges for printing and supports page description languages such as PCL and PostScript, offering flexibility for various document types.
Input and Output Capacity
The Lexmark MC3426i has two input trays with a total input capacity of 250 sheets and an output capacity of 100 sheets. The automatic document feeder (ADF) simplifies the management of printing and scanning tasks.
Paper Management
This model is compatible with standard A-series paper sizes, including A4, A5, and A6. It supports various media types, such as plain paper, labels, and glossy paper, making it versatile for different printing needs.
Connectivity
The Lexmark MC3426i offers several connectivity options, including USB and Wi-Fi, facilitating printing from various devices. It is also compatible with Ethernet networks, ensuring easy integration into professional environments.
Performance / Execution
Equipped with an internal memory of 1024 MB and a 2-core processor running at 1000 MHz, the MC3426i efficiently manages multiple tasks. It operates quietly with a sound pressure level of 52 dB during printing.
Design
This model is available in black and white, featuring a modern and professional design. It has a 2.8-inch touchscreen LCD, providing an intuitive user interface.
Power
The power consumption of the Lexmark MC3426i is optimized to reduce environmental impact, with a standby consumption of 1.3 W and a printing consumption of approximately 400 W.
Minimum System Requirements
The Lexmark MC3426i is compatible with various operating systems, including versions of Windows and Linux, ensuring easy integration into different computing environments.
Environmental Conditions
This printer operates within a temperature range of 10 to 32 °C and a relative humidity of 8 to 80 %, making it suitable for various office environments.
Certification
The Lexmark MC3426i complies with several certifications, such as ENERGY STAR and other safety and performance standards, reassuring users of its reliability.
Weight and Dimensions
With dimensions of 411.2 mm wide, 394.1 mm deep, and 344.4 mm high, the weight of the printer is 19,400 g, which may make its relocation a bit more complex.
Packaging Information
The package of the Lexmark MC3426i has dimensions of 440 mm wide, 556 mm deep, and 519 mm high, with a total weight of 22,700 g, ensuring adequate protection during transport.
Contents of the Package
The product comes with included cartridges, allowing for immediate setup. Each cartridge has a print capacity of 1,500 pages, providing a practical solution for your printing needs.