The Samsung SCX 4521F printer using SCX 4521F toner cartridges is a multifunctional device priced at around $199. It is marketed towards home and small office users. It works as a printer, copier, scanner, and fax machine. This compact all-in-one device stands 14.5 inches high and has a footprint of 17.2 x 14.7 inches. It is also very easy to move around since it only weighs around 23 pounds.

In the span of one minute, this device can print up to 20 pages. This makes the SCX 4521F an average laser printer. The start up time is approximately five to six seconds. It can just print up to 600 x 600 dpi, which is a bit unexpected since other units in this printer class can deliver 1,200 x 600 dpi.

This unit has an average scanning capability. It has an enhanced resolution of 4,800 x 4,800 dpi. For optical resolution, it can manage 600 x 600 dpi. The model can only scan a printing area of 8.2 x 11.7 inches. This signifies that a legal-sized document will not fit into the scanner. The machine uses a standard 24 bit color depth and 8 bit monochrome.

The faxing capability of the machine is better than the rest. It can deliver a maximum of twenty pages in a minute just by using 2 MB memory. It is comparable to any stand-alone fax machine since its scanning resolution is 300 x 300 dpi.

This unit can speed dial up to ninety numbers. You can also program ten numbers to the model's one-touch dial feature. The phone and fax of this printer are compatible with the system of PABS or PSTN.

The Samsung SCX bulk toner can deliver 4,200 pages every month. It has a 16 MB memory. The noise of the printer is acceptable when it is just warming up, but when it prints, it is a bit on the noisy side.

Software and drivers can support Microsoft Windows 98, ME, and XP. It is even compatible with Mac OS X 10.3 and Linux operating systems. There is only one way to connect this device and that is through USB. This could be a problem for people who have a limited number of USB slots. The printer does not have any Ethernet or wireless adapter, which makes networking impossible without a computer dedicated to it.

This all-in-one $200 device is really great since it has a two line LCD or liquid crystal display. This feature makes it easier for users to pinpoint any type of problems in the future. Also, you don't need to check the manual just to have an understanding about flash codes. It can handle several functions just by using 350W of power. This device is really power efficient. In addition to that, the printer has an Energy Star compliant sleep mode that just consumes up to 10W.

The Samsung SCX 4521F printer is really a great multifunctional device for basic documents. However, it is not suggested for scanning and sending photos. It is true that the faxing capacity is better compared to the other models, but it does not have the facility to depict colors very well. Other than that, it does not have the connectivity that users can get from a $200 multi-functional device. This is indeed a good option for average users.

The Samsung 4521F bulk toner will provide prints that seem to come for a top of the line device, although this is nothing unusual for Samsung toner cartridge. Online retailers offer ink and toner cartridges at exceptional prices when you need to re-order.