Ricoh MP 4500 Toner
Aficio MP 4500 Toner Cartridges

Ricoh MP 4500 Printer Review

The base model of the Ricoh Aficio MP 4500 is a very capable laser copier, but most buyers will opt for the extra features of upgraded models. The MP 4500P models adds printing capabilities, the MP 4500SP adds scanning, the MP 4500SPF adds faxing features, and the MP 4500SPI includes internet faxing, which eliminates the need for a phone line, instead sending and receiving faxes over the internet. All models use the same printer toner design, lowering the cost of Ricoh MP 4500 toner overall.

The MP 4500 has a few connection options available. It includes a standard USB port, but this is likely to go unused in favor of the standard ethernet port, which puts the device on an office network for simple sharing. The setup process is quite easy, and the machine handles most of the configuration without much input from the user. A number of security features can be enabled when working in sensitive environments.

Models from the MP 4500SP and up includes a 40 GB hard drive, which will store incoming faxes, scanned images, and common documents that need to be available to multiple users. These files can be password-protected when necessary. Finishing options like stapling and folding can be added with upgrade modules.

The process for replacing Ricoh MP 4500 toner cartridges is as simple as its many functions, and toners are designed for easy storage. Aficio MP 4500 toner cartridges include up to 30,000 pages of capacity, so replacing the Aficio MP 4500 toner frequently is not something users will need to worry about.

Those who need a basic copier will be more than happy with the base model of the MP 4500, but for a small difference in price, the multiple extra features are more than worth it. In any case, they will be more than happy with the cost savings of Ricoh MP 4500 toner.