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Description: The Konica Minolta PagePro 5650EN is a 45.6 ppm, monochrome workgroup laser printer.Compared to other monochrome workgroup lasers on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $520.This unit features 1200dpi.
Pros: Prints at 45.6 ppm speed, which is considerably faster than some similarly priced lasers.By way of comparison, the typical cost of a product with this fast a speed is $1,240.Capable of connecting to a computer with a USB port, this printer also has a parallel port for older systems.At 700 sheets, without optional media trays, the Konica Minolta PagePro 5650EN can handle more printouts without refilling than would many comparable printers.At 500 MHz this printer has a fast processor, which speeds up the printing of complex documents such as images.(A fast processor allows complex documents to be translated into printed graphics and text at a faster rate.)
Cons: This unit does not support duplex printing.
Suitability: A monochrome workgroup laser printer, suited for high volume document printing.This printer can handle legal (8.5 in x 14 in) and A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in) documents.
Value: In view of its relatively inexpensive price, this laser printer has good features for the money.Furthermore, if you were to judge strictly by printer resolution, you might pay up to 40% less for a comparable workgroup laser printer.
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