from $1,029
The Lexmark MS821dn is a monochrome laser printer designed for high-volume printing needs. It delivers crisp black and white prints at up to 55 pages per minute (Letter) with a resolution of 1200 x 1200 dpi, and supports automatic duplex printing. Featuring a 2.4" color LCD display for easy navigation, this printer offers versatile connectivity with multiple USB and Ethernet ports, and includes Apple AirPrint for direct mobile printing. With a robust monthly duty cycle of 250,000 pages and a total paper capacity of 1200 sheets across its input tray and multipurpose tray, the MS821dn is ideal for busy office environments requiring reliable and efficient document output.
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 $1,029.
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 MS821dn Monochrome Laser Printer is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,029.
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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