Name: Lexmark X850e
Brand: Lexmark
SKU: 1384404
Rating: 83 (20 reviews)

Manual of product X850e

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Editorial note

The Lexmark X850e printer stands out for its numerous all-in-one features, including printing, scanning, copying, and faxing, making it a versatile choice for professional environments. With a printing speed of 35 pages per minute and a maximum resolution of 2400 x 1200 DPI, it ensures solid performance and high-quality prints. Additionally, its maximum paper capacity of 5100 sheets helps reduce interruptions related to paper reloading, which is an advantage for users with high printing volumes. However, some drawbacks are worth mentioning. The lack of wireless connectivity may limit usage flexibility, requiring cabling for connection. Furthermore, its weight of 105700 g can make moving and installing it difficult, especially in tight spaces. Although the printing speed is respectable, it may not be sufficient for extremely demanding work environments. Finally, the automatic document feeder (ADF) capacity of only 75 sheets could slow down batch scanning or copying tasks. In terms of performance, the Lexmark X850e receives positive scores, with a good balance between quality and speed. However, the noise level during printing may be an issue in noise-sensitive environments. The provided documentation is comprehensive, but additional guides on network setup could be beneficial for users. In summary, the Lexmark X850e is a robust and efficient printer, suitable for professionals seeking versatile features. Despite some limitations in connectivity and mobility, it offers good value for intensive use.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally positive due to the many all-in-one features, but the lack of wireless connectivity may disappoint some users.

Performance

The printing speed of 35 ppm and maximum resolution of 2400 x 1200 DPI ensure solid performance, although this may not be sufficient in very high-volume environments.

Design

The design of the printer is functional, but its heavy weight of 105700 g can make moving it difficult.

Value for money

The product offers good value with versatile features for professional use, but the limitation of the ADF to 75 sheets can be a drawback.

Robustness

Designed for heavy use, the printer appears robust, but its weight and dimensions may pose challenges in terms of placement and mobility.

Support

The availability of a 162-page user manual is a good point, but technical support could be improved.

Documentation

The documentation is comprehensive, but users could benefit from additional guides regarding network setup.

Advantages

Fast printing of 35 ppm

All-in-one functions: printing, copying, scanning, faxing

Print resolution up to 2400 x 1200 DPI

Paper capacity of 5100 sheets

High-quality color scanning and copying

Disadvantages

No wireless connection

Heavyweight, difficult to move

Insufficient printing speed for large volumes

ADF limited to 75 sheets

High noise level during use

Technical Specifications X850e

General Information

Model

X850E
Brand

Lexmark
Category

Computers and accessories
Type

Printer
SKU

1384404
MPN

1384404

Print speed

Printing technology

Laser
Maximum resolution

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

35 ppm
Duplex printing speed (Black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)

35 ppm
Black print resolution

2400 x 1200 DPI
Copy time for the first page (Black, normal)

5 s
Printing

Monochrome printing
Double-sided printing

Yes

Other features

All-in-one functions

Copy
All-in-one color functions

Fax
Dimensions (LxWxH)

Print
Network features

Scan
Color scanning

Scanning
Compatible operating systems

640 x 700 x 1095 mm
Fax in color

Fast Ethernet
Color scanning

Yes
Fax in color

Apple Mac OS X
Color scanning

Apple Mac OS 9.x
Connectivity technology

Red Flag Linux Desktop 4.0, 5.0
Linpus Linux Desktop 9.2, 9.3
Red Hat Enterprise Linux WS 3.0, 4.0, 5.0
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 8.0, 9.0, 10.0
SUSE Linux Professional 9.1, 9.2, 9.3
Debian GNU/Linux 3.1, 4.0
Linspire Linux 5.0
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows NT (4.00/4.00 Server)
Microsoft Windows Me
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Microsoft Windows 98 2nd Edition
Microsoft Windows XP x64
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 running Terminal Services
Microsoft Windows 2000 Server running Terminal Services
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 running Terminal Services
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista x64
Novell Open Enterprise Server for Netware with NDS, iPrint or Novell Distributed Print Services (NDPS)
Novell NetWare 3.2, 4.2 (bindery)
Novell NetWare 4.2, 5.x and 6.x (NDS)
Novell NetWare 5.x, 6.x with iPrint or Novell Distributed Print Services (NDPS)
Sun Solaris SPARC 8, 9, 10
HP-UX 11.00, 11.1
IBM AIX 5.1, 5.2, 5.3
Sun Solaris x86 10
No
Yes
No
Yes
Wired

Features

Service cycle (Maximum)

150,000 pages per month
All-in-one multitasking

Yes
Languages of the page description

PCL 6, PDF 1.5, PPDS, xHTML
Digital sender

No

Copier

Max. resolution of copies

- DPI
Copy speed (US letter, black)

35 cpm
Release time of the first print (black, normal)

7 s
Copy speed (US letter, black)

35 cpm
Copy

Single copy

Digitization

Optical scanning resolution

600 x 600 DPI
Maximum scan area

297 x 432 mm
Type of scanner

Flatbed scanner and ADF
Digitization

Color scanning

Fax

Modem speed

33.6 Kbit/s
Fax

Simple fax

Input and output capacity

Total power capacity

1100 sheets
Maximum input capacity

5100 sheets
Automatic document feeder capacity

75 sheets
Maximum number of feed bins

6
Total output capacity

500 sheets
Maximum output capacity

3800 sheets
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)

Yes

Paper management

Maximum print format

210 x 297 mm
Type of paper tray support

Card stock, Envelopes, Labels, Plain paper, Transparencies
ISO, Format Series A (A0...A9)

A3, A4, A5
ISO, Formats Series-B (B0...B9)

B5
Non-ISO print support sizes

Executive (184 x 267mm), Folio (media size), Legal (media size), Letter (media size), Oficio (media size), Statement (140 x 216mm)
Envelope sizes

7 3/4, 9,10, C5, DL
Maximum ISO A series paper size

A4

Design

Screen

LCD
Screen size

8 "
Built-in screen

Yes
Built-in screen

Yes
Market position

Professional
Order type

Touchscreen

Connectivity

Direct printing

-
Standard interfaces

Ethernet, USB 2.0
Optional connectivity

Parallel, Serial (RS-232)
USB port

Yes

Network

Ethernet/LAN

Yes
Wifi

No

Representation / realization

Internal memory

256 MB
Maximum internal memory

768 MB
Built-in memory card reader

No
Processor frequency

625 MHz
Sound pressure level (copy)

56 dB
Sound pressure level (silent mode)

32 dB
Sound pressure level (impression)

52 dB
Sound pressure level (scanning)

54 dB
Sound pressure level (silent mode)

32 dB

Power

Electricity consumption (average operation)

W

Weight and dimensions

Weight

105700 g

Minimum system requirements

Support for the Linux operating system

Yes
Support for the Linux operating system

Yes
Support for the Linux operating system

Yes
Support for the server operating system

Windows 2000 Server, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 x64
Support for other operating systems

IBM AS/400, Novell NetWare 5.x, Novell NetWare 6.x

Environmental conditions

Operating temperature

16 - 32 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)

8 - 80 %

Sustainability

Sustainability certificates

ENERGY STAR

Certificate

Certification

Energy Star
CSA
ICES Class A
BSMI Class A
VCCI Class A
FCC Class A
UL 60950-1
IEC 320-1
ECMA-74
CE Class A
CB IEC 60950 1
IEC 61000-3-2 and -3-3
EN 55022
EN 55024
CISPIR 22 Class A
GS (TÜV)-EN 60950-1
SEMKO
UL AR
CS
TÜV Rh
N Mark
C-tick Class A
CCC Class A
RPC
PSB
MIC
EK - K60950

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight of the Lexmark X850e?

The weight of the Lexmark X850e is 105700 g.

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

To remove jammed paper, it is advisable to do so carefully. Turn off the printer and check that the print head is not protruding from the paper and that no pieces of paper are left in the device.

Why does my printer not recognize original cartridges?

Non-authentic cartridges may not be recognized by the device, which can result in a message indicating that the cartridge is empty. Refer to the manual of the purchased cartridge for solutions, and if the problem persists, contact the seller.

Why is the quality of my prints poor?

Poor print quality can have several causes. Check the level of your cartridges or toners. In the case of inkjet printers, cleaning may be necessary if the cartridges are dry or if the print head is damaged. For laser printers, calibration is recommended.

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 is my inkjet printer producing black streaks?

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

What does the acronym DPI mean?

DPI, or Dots Per Inch, refers to the number of ink droplets applied to the paper per inch during printing.

What certifications does the Lexmark X850e have?

The Lexmark X850e has several certifications, including Energy Star, CSA, ICES Class A, VCCI Class A, FCC Class A, and other safety and performance standards.

What is the size of the screen on the Lexmark X850e?

The screen of the Lexmark X850e is 8 inches in size.

Is the manual for the Lexmark X850e available in French?

Unfortunately, the manual for the Lexmark X850e is not available in French. It is only offered in English.

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