The desktop Ricoh Aficio SPC242SF is a small yet powerful multifunction printer. The Aficio SP C242SF printer delivers high-quality coloured prints and has a maximum resolution of 2,400 x 600 dpi. It is also capable of scanning, faxing, and copying. The Ricoh Aficio SP C242SF colour multifunction printer has a Super G3 fax with a 33.6 Kbps modem and is integrated with 400 MHz processor plus 256 MB RAM. Wi-Fi connectivity is optional.
Design
This small unit has a flatbed scanner with ADF and a 250-sheet paper tray. An optional 500-sheet paper feed unit is offered. Print speed can reach 21 ppm for both black and colour prints and copies with the first page coming out in 14 seconds or less. The Ricoh Aficio SPC242SF colour laser printer offers USB, PictBridge, and Ethernet connectivity plus it has a control panel with backlit LCD display. The Ricoh SPC242SF 4-in-1 colour printer measures 420 x 493 x 476 mm and weighs 30 kg.
Advantages
The complete Ricoh Aficio SPC242SF multifunction printer can be easily shared in a workgroup as it has Ethernet connectivity. Printing photographs is made easy, thanks to the PictBridge port for digital cameras. Users can expect good quality prints, scans, copies, and faxes from the Ricoh Aficio SP C242SF MFP. This multifunction unit is very reliable and is compatible with Windows and Macintosh computers. A duplexer is integrated into the unit for automatic double-sided printing. Lower output costs can be achieved by installing high capacity Ricoh SP C242SF toner cartridges.
Disadvantages
More users would be able to access the Ricoh SP C242SF laser printer if it had standard Wi-Fi connectivity. Print and copy speeds could use a boost to keep up with competitors.
