Canon i-SENSYS MF216n Printer

Canon (8714574624310 / 2421F99) - AC input frequency: 50 - 60 Hz - AC input voltage: 220 - 240 V - Copier resize: 25 - 400% - Auto-redialing - Built-in display - Drivers included - Ethernet LAN - Fax forwarding | USB cable

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Canon i‑SENSYS MF216n Printer

The Canon i‑SENSYS MF216n is a versatile monochrome laser printer designed for the Home & Office market. It combines reliable printing, efficient scanning and robust faxing capabilities in a compact footprint that fits comfortably on any desk.

Key Features Overview

Print Technology: Laser – delivering sharp text at up to 1200 x 1200 DPI.
Scanning: Flatbed & ADF with color scanning resolution of 600 x 600 DPI.
Faxing: Mono faxing, 256‑page memory, and fax forwarding.
Connectivity: Ethernet (10/100Base‑T), USB 2.0, Wi‑Fi (802.11b/g/n).
Operating System Support: Windows, Mac OS, Linux, and various Windows Server editions.
Paper Handling: Supports envelopes (C5, DL, Monarch), heavy paper, labels, plain, recycled, and transparencies up to A4 size.

Printing Performance

The MF216n delivers crisp, high‑quality monochrome output. With a maximum resolution of 1200 x 1200 DPI, documents appear sharp and professional. The printer’s duty cycle is rated at 8000 pages per month, making it suitable for moderate office workloads.

Scanning Capabilities

Equipped with a flatbed and an automatic document feeder (ADF), the MF216n can handle up to 99 copies in one batch. Scanning resolution reaches 600 x 600 DPI, and the device supports both color and monochrome scanning, making it ideal for digitizing photos, documents, and presentations.

Fax Functionality

The built‑in fax module offers mono faxing with a memory capacity of 256 pages. Fax forwarding allows received faxes to be automatically routed to an email address or another fax number, enhancing workflow efficiency.

Connectivity and Network Features

Ethernet LAN: Supports data rates of 10/100 Mbit/s, enabling reliable wired network printing.
Wireless LAN: Compatible with Wi‑Fi standards 802.11b/g/n (Wi‑Fi 4), allowing mobile devices to print and scan without cables.
USB 2.0: Direct connection for single‑user setups or quick file transfers.

User Interface

The MF216n features a 6‑line LCD display and a touch control panel, providing intuitive navigation through menus and settings. The built‑in display displays status information such as paper jams, low toner alerts, and network connectivity.

Power Consumption & Environmental Considerations

When in standby mode, the printer consumes only 5.4 W, contributing to energy savings. The sound level during standby is measured at 43 dB, ensuring a quiet office environment.

Dimensions and Weight

The device measures 390 mm (width) x 360 mm (height) x 441 mm (depth) and weighs 11.5 kg. Its compact size makes it suitable for small workspaces while still offering robust functionality.

Supported Operating Systems

The MF216n is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including:

Windows (desktop and server editions such as Windows Server 2003/2008/2012)
Mac OS X
Linux distributions (with TWAIN and WIA drivers)

Paper Handling & Capacity

The printer’s input tray can hold up to 250 sheets, while the output tray accommodates up to 100 sheets. It supports a variety of media types, ensuring versatility for everyday tasks.

Driver and Software Support

Canon provides drivers that support page description languages such as UFRII‑LT, enabling efficient printing. Scan drivers include TWAIN and WIA, facilitating integration with common scanning applications.

Conclusion

The Canon i‑SENSYS MF216n Printer stands out as a reliable, feature‑rich monochrome solution for home offices and small workgroups. Its combination of high‑resolution printing, robust scanning, efficient faxing, and flexible connectivity makes it an excellent choice for users seeking performance without sacrificing space or simplicity.

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Brand	Canon is a Japanese multinational corporation that specializes in the manufacture of imaging and optical products, including cameras, camcorders, photocopiers, steppers, and medical equipment. It has a wide range of products for both personal and business use, and is one of the leading brands in the digital camera market.
Model	Canon 2421F99
MPN	Canon 2421F99
ID	4477202
Dimensions / Weight
Key Features
AC input frequency The frequency of the alternating current supplied to the device, expressed in hertz (Hz). It indicates the acceptable operating range for the electrical mains that powers the product.	50 - 60 Hz
AC input voltage The alternating current voltage range that the product accepts from its power source, expressed in volts (V). It indicates the minimum and maximum supply voltages compatible with the device.	220 - 240 V
Auto-redialing Indicates whether a device or service automatically attempts to reconnect a call after an initial disconnection, without user intervention.	Yes
Built-in display Indicates whether the product includes a built‑in screen or display unit that can be used directly for viewing content, such as an integrated monitor on a laptop or a built-in display on appliances. A value of "Yes" means the device has such a display; a value of "No" means it does not.	Yes
Cabling technology The type of cable or connector technology used by the product, such as Ethernet standards (e.g., 10/100Base‑T, 1000BASE‑T, 10GBase‑T) or other networking cable types. It indicates the physical medium and protocol supported for data transmission.	10/100Base-T(X)
Card reader integrated Indicates whether the device includes a built‑in card reader that can read removable memory cards such as SD, microSD, MMC or similar formats.	No
Control type The mechanism or method used to operate a product, such as buttons, knobs, touch panels, rotary dials, sensors, or combinations of these. It indicates how the user interacts with the device and what types of controls are available.	Touch
Copier resize The percentage by which a document is scaled when printed, copied or scanned. A value of 100% means the output size matches the original; values below 100% reduce the size and values above 100% enlarge it.	25 - 400%
Copying Indicates whether the device can perform copy functions and the type of copying it supports (e.g., colour or monochrome). The value is a free‑text label that describes the copying feature available on the product.	Mono copying
Depth The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.	441 mm
Display The visual technology used by the product’s screen, such as LCD, LED, OLED, TFT or analog. It indicates the underlying display panel that determines image quality, color reproduction and power consumption.	LCD
Display number of lines The total number of text lines that a device’s built‑in or external display can show at once. It indicates how many separate rows of characters are visible on the screen, which is useful for understanding readability and interface layout.	6 lines
Drivers included Indicates whether the product comes with drivers included in the package or available for download. A value of "Yes" means that drivers are supplied, while a value of "No" indicates they are not provided and must be obtained separately.	Yes
Envelopes sizes A list of envelope sizes that a product can accept, expressed with standard codes or names (e.g., "DL", "C5", "10"), optionally combined in comma‑separated groups to indicate compatible envelopes.	C5,DL,Monarch
Ethernet LAN Indicates whether the product includes an Ethernet LAN interface for wired network connectivity, allowing data transmission over RJ‑45 or compatible cables.	Yes
Fax forwarding Indicates whether the device supports automatic forwarding of incoming faxes to another fax number or email address.	Yes
Fax Memory The amount of memory available for storing fax documents, expressed either as a number of pages or as a digital storage size (e.g., megabytes). It indicates how many faxes can be queued or archived before the device requires clearing or additional storage.	256 pages
Faxing	Mono faxing
Height The vertical dimension of a product measured from its lowest to highest point. It is expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches and applies to any item where height is relevant, including books, electronics, furniture and other objects.	360 mm
Linux operating systems supported List of Linux operating systems that the product can run or support, including specific versions and architectures when relevant. Each value represents a distinct Linux distribution or kernel version supported by the hardware or software.	Yes
Mac operating systems supported A list of macOS operating system versions that the product supports or is compatible with, such as "macOS 10.15 Catalina", "macOS 11 Big Sur" or newer releases. Each entry represents a distinct OS version that can run on or be supported by the device.	Yes
Market positioning A classification that indicates the target audience or use case for a product, such as Business, Gaming, Home & Office, Education, etc. It helps customers quickly identify which products are best suited to their needs.	Home & Office
Maximum Copy Resolution The highest pixel resolution that a printer can produce, expressed as width by height (e.g., 600x1200). It indicates the finest detail achievable in printed documents and images.	600 x 600 DPI
Maximum duty cycle The maximum number of pages a printer, copier or fax machine is designed to handle in a typical month of operation. It indicates the expected workload capacity and helps users compare how heavily different models can be used before reaching their limits.	8000 pages per month
Maximum ISO A-series paper size The largest standard ISO A-series paper format that a device can handle, expressed as the ISO code (e.g., "A4", "A3"). This attribute indicates the maximum sheet size supported by printers, scanners, copiers, and similar equipment.	A4
Maximum number of copies The total count of individual copies that a product can produce, print, or otherwise deliver in a single operation or session. It represents the maximum number of identical units that the device is capable of handling at once, such as the number of pages a printer can copy before needing to pause or reload. The value is an integer and may be accompanied by the word "copies" for clarity.	99 copies
Maximum resolution The maximum pixel dimensions of a display or image, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates the highest resolution that a device can output or support and is commonly used for monitors, TVs, smartphones, cameras, and digital images.	1200 x 1200 DPI
Modem Speed The maximum data transfer rate that a modem can achieve, expressed in kilobits per second (Kbit/s) or other common abbreviations such as Kbps. This value represents the theoretical peak throughput of the device under optimal conditions and allows users to compare the speed capabilities of different modems.	33.6 Kbit/s
Output colour depth The number of distinct colours that a device’s output can represent, expressed as an integer followed by the unit "bit" (e.g., 24 bit). This metric indicates the richness and fidelity of colour reproduction for images or video sent to the device.	24 bit
Page description languages A list of natural languages in which the page description of a product is available or supported, allowing users to view or interact with the content in their preferred language.	UFRII-LT
Paper tray media types A list of paper or media types that a device can accept in its input trays, such as envelopes, labels, plain paper, recycled paper, and transparencies. The values are free‑text strings separated by commas, allowing users to see which materials are compatible with the product.	Envelopes,Heavy paper,Labels,Plain paper,Recycled paper,Transparencies
Power consumption (StandBy)	5.4 W
Print technology The type of printing process or technology used by the product, such as laser, inkjet, thermal, LED, or other specialized methods.	Laser
Printing Indicates whether the printer can produce colour output or is limited to monochrome (black‑and‑white) printing. Typical values are "Colour printing" for devices that support full colour, "Mono printing" for black‑only devices, and "No" when colour capability is not available.	Mono printing
Scan drivers A list of communication interfaces or software protocols that a scanner can use to transfer scanned images to a computer or network, such as TWAIN, WIA, SANE, ICA, ISIS, and others. Each entry represents an available option for connecting the device to capture software.	TWAIN,WIA
Scanner type The functional configuration of a scanner, indicating how documents are fed into the device. Common types include flatbed scanners with automatic document feeders (ADF), sheet‑fed scanners, single‑pass or dual‑pass ADFs, and specialized modes such as 1D/2D barcode readers. This attribute helps users understand whether the scanner can handle single pages, multiple pages automatically, or specific scanning formats.	Flatbed & ADF
Scanning Indicates whether the product can perform scanning operations and what type of scans it supports (e.g., color or monochrome). The value is a free‑text label that may include terms such as "Color scanning", "Mono scanning" or simply "Yes/No" to denote availability.	Color scanning
Sound power level (standby) The sound power level produced by a device while it is in standby mode, expressed in decibels (dB). This value indicates the acoustic intensity of the product when it is powered on but not actively performing tasks, helping users assess suitability for quiet environments.	43 dB
Standard interfaces A list of the physical or logical interfaces that a device can use to connect with other devices, such as USB, Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, RS‑232, RJ‑45, Parallel, and similar standards.	Ethernet,USB 2.0,Wireless LAN
Total input capacity The maximum number of paper sheets that a printer or copier can accept in its input tray(s) for a single feeding cycle. It represents the total count of physical pages that can be fed automatically before reloading is required.	250 sheets
Total output capacity The maximum number of physical sheets that a printer or similar device can hold in its paper tray or input mechanism at one time. It is expressed as an integer count and does not include any unit label; the value represents the total sheet count available for printing, copying, scanning, or faxing.	100 sheets
Touchscreen Indicates whether a device has a touchscreen interface that can detect touch input. The value is "Yes" if the device includes a functional touchscreen, and "No" otherwise.	Yes
USB port Indicates the presence and quantity of USB connectors on a product. The value is typically an integer representing how many USB ports are available, regardless of type or version.	Yes
Weight The mass of the product expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It represents how heavy the item is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.	11.5 kg
Wi-Fi Indicates whether the product has built‑in Wi‑Fi capability, allowing it to connect to wireless networks without requiring external adapters or dongles.	Yes
Wi-Fi standards A list of the wireless networking protocols and frequency bands that a device can connect to, such as 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi‑Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) or Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax). The values are typically separated by commas and may include both the technical name and a consumer‑friendly label.	802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Width The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.	390 mm
Windows operating systems supported A list of Microsoft Windows operating system versions that the product is compatible with, including any relevant architecture or edition information.	Yes