Okidata MC362w Toner
Oki MC362w Toner Cartridges

Okidata MC362w Printer Review

Okidata MC362 multifunction color laser printer is also referenced as the MC362w, due to its wireless networking capabilities. With an automatic document feeder for quicker scanning and solid output speeds of 23 pages per minute for color, it can act as a central hub for the home or small office. It even includes mobile printing support.

Smaller devices often sacrifice some usability, as they don't have much space for a control panel. The MC362w, on the other hand, includes a fairly roomy 3.5-inch display that even tilts upward for an easier reading angle. The control panel also includes a full keypad, with several one-touch buttons for quick access to common functions. An upgraded model, the MC562w, even includes a full keyboard.

Printing features include a paper capacity of 350 sheets that can be upgraded to a maximum of 880 sheets as needed. A first page out time of 9 seconds in color and 8.5 seconds in monochrome means less waiting time for users, and the 1200x600 dpi print resolution provides sharp output quality.

For users considering the switch to digital workflows, the MC362w is a great place to start. Users can save scanned documents to a network folder or a shared PC folder. They can also email a file or save it directly to a USB memory stick connected to the front panel. The 50-sheet reversing automatic document feeder can handle duplex sheets, and makes short work of large stacks of paper.

Although replacing four Okidata MC362w toner cartridges requires some room in the budget, replacement toners aren't too expensive. Each Oki MC362w toner cartridge also has an estimated yield of 3,000 pages for each color and 3,500 pages for black. To help lower costs, users can seek out remanufactured Okidata MC362w printer toner supplies, which provide the same quality as OEM supplies at a lower price.

With wireless support built right in, the MC362 is a great choice for the connected small office. Its affordable Oki MC362w toner will keep operating costs down, and users will love its intuitive control panel. Its slow print speeds are the only minor drawback.