For small offices and homes that need a reliable basic monochrome printer, the Samsung ML-2251W could be a good choice. It is a flexible printer that can manage a range of different paper sizes and media, including labels, transparencies and envelopes. The print quality and speeds are good, plus the compact size means that this unit will fit onto cramped desk spaces with no problem. In terms of connectivity, there are USB, Parallel and LAN ports, but no wireless function is added to this standard model.
Design
The Samsung ML-2251W is designed for use in locations where space is at a premium – it measures 14.1 x 17.8 x 10.9 inches and weighs a highly portable 20.06lbs. When the printer is first unpacked, there is a 250-sheet input tray, but another tray of the same size can be added as an optional extra to double its capacity. The monthly print cycle is an impressive 30,000 pages. The control panel has a Cancel button, but by using combinations of press and hold, it can carry out a number of different functions, aside from halting a print run. From here, it is possible to switch to a manual feed or create a configuration sheet, among other tasks.
Advantages
The Samsung ML-2251W can create documents in a high resolution dpi of 1200 x 1200, and the maximum black and white printing speed reaches 22 pages per minute. The time to first print is a matter of seconds and even on smaller or intricate fonts, the results are pleasingly crisp. For advertising or making displays, there is a poster feature. This produces prints up to four feet tall, made by attaching a number of A4 sheets together.
Disadvantages
Many users have reported problems with setting up this printer, but these were short-lived. With no duplex function, users will have to create double-sided printouts manually.
