Epson 545 Ink
WorkForce 545 Ink Cartridges

Epson 545 Printer Review

With a variety of connection options, affordable printer ink and a 2.5" LCD screen on the top panel that simplifies the navigation between the multiple functions, the Epson WorkForce 545 is an ideal unit for an office growing in volume but limited in space. In just a 17.6x21.9x9.1 inch frame, this inkjet unit has the ability to serve as a printer, scanner, copying and fax machine, while only weighing 17.6 pounds. Overall, the 545 is reliable, affordable and capable of handling all of the daily needs of an office.

The USB port is the standard connection found on all electronics, but the ethernet interface is a wired technology that allows for networking. Wireless is also an option for those that would prefer it. The 545 will be compatible with all major operating systems, including Mac and various Windows programs. The input tray can hold up to 250 sheets of standard paper as well as 10 envelopes. The automatic document feeder holds 30 sheets, which will increase productivity for multi-page prints.

For the machine to deliver the kind of quality expected at a professional level four Epson 545 ink cartridges are used and they hold cyan, magenta, yellow and black printer ink. The WorkForce 545 ink comes in two capacities. High-capacity color and black Epson 545 ink can last 480 and 740 pages, respectively. For users with heavier needs, the extra-high capacity printer ink may be a better value. Extra high-capacity WorkForce 545 ink cartridges last 755 color prints and 945 pages for black.

It has an output rate of 12 pages per minute for black-and-white documents and 7 pages per minute in color. The quality is impressive, with the Epson 545 ink creating a maximum resolution of 5760x1440 dpi. The low cost of replacement printer ink and the space that is saved by condensing four unit into one machine make the 545 ideal for offices.