The Dell Laser 1600n printer is a multifunctional device that can scan, copy, fax, and print. These four features are combined into one machine, which costs around $600. This laser printer is a perfect choice for people who are concerned with space, with the Dell 1600n toner cartridge removing any worries as to print quality.

The machine can print 22 pages per minute. It also features a 50-sheet automatic document feeder you can use for the faxing or scanning. Networking using a standard Ethernet cable that is also present with this nifty device.

This laser printer is able to provide quality printing and scanning. However, when the device is connected to the network, it does not scan color documents. The faxing capability is limited, since the bundled software does not let you fax from the PC. You have to use the fax application found in Windows, but the information you have stored in the device's control panel cannot be retrieved.

The machine averages around 6 pages per minute when scanning grayscale documents and 3 pages per minute for colored documents. It was able to able to get around 6 pages per minute for its copying feature. These results are among the fastest in its class.

The bundled paper tray can store 250 sheets. However, you can buy another tray of the same type and put it on top of the other one. This would make it a total of 500 sheets, which is more than enough for a small office. A 32 MB built-in memory is included, but if you want to use this device at the level of a workgroup, you need to upgrade the memory. Additional memory can cost $30 or higher.

The package includes a 3,000-page yield Dell Laser printer toner cartridges. A brand new toner of the same type costs around $70. However, a 5,000-page yield toner is also available for roughly $80. Getting this one will give an average printing cost of 1.6 cents per page, instead of 2.3 cents.

Installing additional memory is very easy since all you have to do is open the door on the left side. This design avoids any unnecessary disassembly and exposure. However, the automatic document feeder's design needs to be revised, since it's too short to keep the lid fully opened. You will have to improvise some kind of support if you are scanning a large document.

There is a web server you can use check the printer's activity. This is available when you connect it to your workgroup or router. The package does not include the USB cable, which means you have to spend an extra $30 if you want to connect this machine directly to your computer. In addition, the software does not support Linux and Mac operating systems.

The Dell 1600n printer has lifetime 24/7 technical support. It also has a standard one-year warranty, which can be extended for another 2 years for around $118. The warranty also covers shipping and replacement.

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