from $348.9
Light, compact, and fast, the MS431dn Monochrome Laser Printer from Lexmark features duplex printing and a fast simplex print speed of 42 ppm for letter-size documents. This printer has a maximum 2400 x 600 dpi print resolution for sharp text and documents, and an intuitive two-line LCD display lets you configure, interact, and monitor vital system information. The unit comes with a 250-sheet input tray, a 100-sheet multipurpose feeder, and a 150-sheet output tray. The printer is also compatible with an optional 550-sheet input tray for larger print jobs and busy work environments. Built to be durable and reliable, the MS431dn features steel-frame construction with a recommended monthly page volume of 80,000 pages, and for energy-saving features, the printer is ENERGY STAR certified and rated EPEAT Silver.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink. Available from $348.9.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
Common Failure Modes
Inkjet printers almost always fail due to dried and clogged printheads from infrequent use. Laser printers are much more robust but may eventually require fuser or drum replacements after thousands of pages.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink.
Printers suffer from mechanical wear on gears and rollers. Cheaper inkjets may last a few years, while robust laser printers can last over a decade.
The Lexmark MS431dn Monochrome Laser Printer is available at bhphoto, starting at $348.9.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
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