Sharp MX-2300N Toner Cartridges

Sharp MX-2300N Printer Review

With awards for "Most Secure MFP" and for "Innovation", the Sharp MX-2300N is a solid color laser printer that is much more impressive than its 23 pages per minute print speeds might suggest. Its network scanning features can revolutionize an office's paperless workflow, saving on Sharp MX-2300N printer toner in the process.

Nearly every feature of the MX-2300N (often referenced as the MX-2300) includes a network component. It is easy to connect and make available for users across the ethernet network, and user accounts can control access to different functions or set limits on printing, for example. Color printing can also be restricted by user account.

The 8.1-inch touchscreen display helps users navigate features and options quickly, but an embedded web page is also available for managers or authorized users, which can help them keep tabs on the queue, tracking info, paper supply, and Sharp MX-2300N toner levels all from any web browser.

The unit comes with two 500-sheet paper drawers and a 100-sheet bypass tray to start, and can be upgraded to a maximum of 5,600 sheets when the office workflow really heats up. Faxing is also available as an upgrade option, though the scan-to-email function is likely to replace it in most environments. A 20 GB hard drive provides a modest amount of storage for digital documents as well.

Toners can be a bit expensive, but they are saved by their large capacities, which give Sharp MX-2300N toner cartridges a low cost per page. The black supply can yield up to 18,000 pages, while each of the color Sharp MX-2300N toner cartridges will last for up to 15,000 pages.

The MX-2300N is a secure and reliable laser printer that offers the network integration a busy office needs. Its network scanning options are particularly impressive, and multiple monitoring tools give managers the information they need to keep costs in check.