Kyocera Mita 221 Toner
TASKalfa 221 Toner Cartridges

Kyocera Mita 221 Printer Review

Multi-function laser printers are becoming more popular with offices. The Kyocera-Mita TASKalfa 221 has the ability to print, copy and fax black-and-white documents. The scanner can actually scan documents in color. The machine is compact enough to fit on a desk or table top, but it still more bulky than a standard laser printer. However, the 221 does eliminate the need to have multiple machines, so it is indeed a space saver.

The scanner can send documents to email or files on a computer. It scans up to 22 pages per minute at a maximum internal resolution of 600 dpi. The copier can continuously produce as many as 999 pages from an original. It also gives users the options of resizing images while offering an automatic sorter and document feeder. The fax machine is Super G3 compatible and has a transmission rate of 33.6 Kbps, which will send and receive faxes in less than 3 seconds. It also has one-touch speed dials and a 4 MB fax memory.

Only one Kyocera-Mita 221 toner cartridge is used during operation. Starter printer toner is supplied by the manufacturer that will last half as long as the standard TASKalfa 221 toner cartridge, which can produce as many as 15,000 prints. Replacement toners are available from various vendors. A more affordable option is compatible Kyocera-Mita 221 toner that can be purchased from third party vendors.

The output rate is 22 pages per minute and the maximum resolution is 600x600 dpi can be produced with TASKalfa 221 toner. Networking is available through the ethernet port and duplex printing is an optional feature. The standard paper capacity is 650 sheets, which can be increased to 1,250 sheets. The memory is also expandable, starting at 128 MB and upgradable up to 1,152 MB. With these built-in features and the low cost of Kyocera-Mita 221 toner, this laser printer is affordable and beneficial for any work environment.