Lexmark MB2442adwe Mono MFP printer

Lexmark MB2442adwe Mono MFP Printer

The Lexmark MB2442adwe is a high‑performance, monochrome multifunction printer (MFP) designed for business environments that demand reliable printing, copying, scanning and faxing in a single compact unit. With its laser technology, dual‑side capabilities, and extensive connectivity options, it delivers fast output while maintaining low operating costs.

Core Printing Features

• Printing Technology: Laser – ensures sharp text and crisp graphics on black‑and‑white media.
• Print Speed: Up to 40 pages per minute (ppm) in single‑side mode; 20 ppm duplex for A4/US Letter.
• Duplex Printing: Automatic, enabling efficient double‑sided output without manual intervention.
• Print Resolution: Maximum optical resolution of 1200 x 1200 dpi, providing high‑quality documents for legal and administrative use.
• Color Support: Monochrome only – all output is in black, ideal for text‑centric workloads.
• Print Media: Supports a wide range of paper types: card stock, envelopes (7¾, 9, 10, DL), labels, standard paper, transparencies, and non‑ISO sizes such as Executive, Folio, Legal, Letter, Oficio, Statement, Universal.

Copying Capabilities

• Copy Speed: Up to 40 copies per minute (cpm) for black text at normal quality on A4.
• Duplex Copying: Supported – automatically prints both sides of the source document.
• Scaling: Adjustable from 25 % to 400 %, allowing users to enlarge or reduce documents as needed.

Scanning Excellence

• Scanner Type: Flatbed and Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) – versatile for single‑page and multi‑page scans.
• Optical Resolution: Black: 1200 x 600 dpi; Color: 600 x 600 dpi.
• Scan Speed: Up to 45 ppm (black), 22 ppm (color). Duplex scanning at 10.5 ppm.
• Supported Formats: PDF, XPS for documents; JPEG, JPG, TIFF for images.
• Scan Destination: Email, FTP, USB, and image file transfer – integrated with network protocols.

Fax Functionality

• Mono Fax: Single‑color faxing at a speed of 3 seconds per page.
• Forwarding: Supports fax forwarding to another number.

Connectivity & Networking

• Wired: Ethernet (10/100/1000Base‑T) for high‑speed LAN connections.
• Wireless: Wi‑Fi standards 802.11b/g/n (Wi‑Fi 4), enabling mobile printing from laptops, tablets and smartphones.
• USB: Two USB 2.0 ports – one Type‑A for host connection, one Type‑B for printer interface.
• Network Protocols: LPR/LPD, Direct IP (Port 9100), Pull Printing, Microsoft Web Services WSD, Secure IP (Port 96xx), FTP, TFTP, Enhanced IP (Port 9400), ThinPrint, IPP 1.0/1.1/2.0.
• Management Protocols: DHCP, BOOTP, RARP, mDNS, IGMP, WINS, DDNS, SNMPv3/v2c/v1, Telnet, NTP, ICMP, HTTP, HTTPS (SSL/TLS), DNS, ARP.
• Authentication Methods: 802.1x MD5, MSCHAPv2, LEAP, PEAP, TLS, TTLS – ensuring secure network access.

Power & Energy Efficiency

• Energy Star Certified – meets stringent energy‑saving standards.
• Typical Power Consumption: 11.5 W in standby; 570 W during printing; 17.5 W while scanning; 590 W for copying.
• Operating Temperature Range: 0 °C to 40 °C (10 °F to 104 °F).
• Humidity Tolerance: 8 %–80 % relative humidity during operation and storage.

Physical Dimensions & Capacity

• Dimensions: Height 467 mm, Width 399 mm, Depth 484 mm (packed: Height 564 mm).
• Weight: 19.4 kg.
• Paper Input: Main tray capacity 100 sheets; ADF up to 50 sheets; total input capacity 350 sheets.
• Output Capacity: 150 sheets maximum, with a total output capacity of 150 sheets.
• Maximum Paper Size: ISO A4 (210 × 297 mm); supports non‑ISO sizes up to Legal and Folio.

User Interface & Controls

• Touchscreen Display: 10.9 cm (4.3") color screen for intuitive navigation.
• Control Type: Touch – eliminates the need for physical buttons, reducing wear and simplifying maintenance.
• Software Suite: Includes CD with drivers for Windows (7/8/10), macOS (Snow Leopard through Sierra), Linux; supports XPS, PDF, PostScript, PCL, and other common formats.

Reliability & Maintenance

• Print Cycle: Designed for 1 000–10 000 pages per month, with a maximum monthly capacity of 100 000 pages.
• Automatic Duplexing: Reduces paper usage and improves workflow efficiency.
• Auto‑Edge Removal: Eliminates stray marks for cleaner copies and scans.
• Built‑in Security: Supports HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SSH, and other encryption protocols to protect data during transmission.

Compliance & Certifications

• Energy Star Certified – demonstrates low power consumption.
• Multiple international safety and environmental certifications: UL 60950‑1, FCC Class B, CE DoC, VCCI Class B, BSMI Class B, ICES‑003 Class B, ISO 532B, EN 62301, EN 62311, EN 61000‑3, EN 55022, and many others.
• Compliance with environmental regulations such as EU RoHS, WEEE, and FCC Part 15.

Ideal Use Cases

• Small to Medium Offices: Provides all‑in‑one functionality without occupying excessive space.
• Legal & Administrative Departments: High‑quality black‑and‑white output, duplex printing, and robust scanning for document management.
• Remote Work Environments: Wi‑Fi connectivity allows mobile devices to print and scan on the go.
• High‑Volume Printing Needs: Capable of handling up to 100 000 pages per month with minimal downtime.

Conclusion

The Lexmark MB2442adwe Mono MFP Printer combines laser precision, versatile media handling, and comprehensive network integration into a single, energy‑efficient unit. Its robust feature set—automatic duplexing, high‑speed scanning, secure connectivity, and extensive format support—makes it an excellent choice for businesses that require reliable monochrome output without sacrificing flexibility or performance.