Sharp MX-2640N Toner Cartridges

Sharp MX-2640N Printer Review

As the slower model in its line, the Sharp MX-2640N multifunction color laser printer tops out at 26 pages per minute, but users still get most of the same great features like network scanning and cloud sharing for a lower purchase price. Best of all, they also get the large capacity and low prices for Sharp MX-2640N printer toner.

References to the MX-2640 are referring to the same model, but its "N" designation is well-earned, with a Gigabit ethernet port for fast speed, and network integration in almost every feature. Network printing puts nearly every feature in front of the user within the driver interface, and even lets users monitor paper supply, Sharp MX-2640N toner levels, and more from their network-connected PC.

Network scanning is similarly robust. It starts with an impressive 100-sheet automatic document feeder that not only scans at 50 originals per minute, but also scans duplex documents in a single pass for more efficiency. Users can use the 10.1-inch touchscreen interface to choose their scanning destination with a few taps, including sending to their desktop, an email address, a network folder, or even a USB flash drive connected to the machine's front port.

The system uses four Sharp MX-2640N toner cartridges: cyan, magenta, yellow, and black. The black Sharp MX-2640N toner cartridge has the largest yield, at up to 26,000 pages, as it will probably be used more. Each color toner can supply up to 15,000 pages. This combination of large capacities and the low supply costs results in a very low cost per page that makes the MX-2640N an affordable choice.

The fact that the MX-2640N can handle network scanning, and high-quality copying and printing in both monochrome and color is impressive enough. Add in bonuses like its excellent touchscreen control panel and low-cost toners, and it becomes an even better value for its price.