Overview
With today's accelerated pace of business, you need the ability to respond at a moments notice. Keep your business moving and drive your vision forward with Sharp's versatile MX Monochrome Series. The MX-M550N offers best-in-class features, which allow you to accomplish more in dramatically less time. With powerful scan, copy, print and fax capabilities, these multi-faceted performers will become the heart of your workgroup. And with Sharp's OSA® Technology you can boost productivity with one-touch access to your business applications right from the LCD display-raising convenience and control to a new level. Ask us about professional installation for this commercial grade copier!FeaturesStandard Document Filing - enables users to easily archive documents to the hard drive of the system. Standard 40GB Hard Drive - stores approximately 60,000 pages for easy access to frequently used documents. 150-Sheet Duplex Single-Pass Document Feeder - allows copying/scanning/faxing of a two-sided original in a single-pass. Copy/Print Speed - 55 pages per minute Maximum Paper Capacity - 6,600 sheets (with options) Scan2 Technology - minimizes paper misfeeds and enhances reliability with scanning speeds up to 65 ipm (images per minute) simplex and 76 ipm duplex. Standard Tandem Copy/Print capability - Connect 2 systems over the network and double your productivity. 8.9" touch-screen LCD display panel - User-friendly control panel allows you to enter e-mail addresses for efficient distribution of documents. Job Build Capability - allows up to 10,000 pages to be combined into one document. Print Language - PCL5e/PCL6 standard; optional PS3 kit Optional Fax and Network Scanning Kits - transform the system into a powerful multi-functional device enabling scan-to-email scan-to-desktop and scan-to-file capabilities. User Authentication allows access to only valid users on the network. Optional Advanced Finishing Capabilities - Saddle-stitch finisher with hole punching; two-tray sorting/stapling finisher option as well as a post-sheet inserter finisher are available. Main Specifications Account Control500 usersAuto DuplexingYesAuto SwitchingYesBase Engine DescriptionMultifunction monochrome document system; multitasking CPU with 466 MHz 64 bit RISC processor; PCL6/5e network printing system; 40 GB HD with document filing system (N models)Bypass TrayYesCard Shot FeatureYesContinuous CopyMax. 999 copiesCopy/Print Speed55 cpm (8.5" x 11")Copy MethodDry electrostatic transfer systemCopy SizeMax. 11" x 17" / Min. 5.5" x 8.5"Developer SystemMagnetic brush developmentDrum TypeOrganic Photo ConductorENERGY STAR®Yes when equipped with MX-NBX1Exposure ModesText, text/photo, photo; auto; 9-step manualExposure SystemOPCFeed TraysStandard Duplex Single-Pass FeederFirmware ManagementYesFirst Copy Out Time14.0 seconds or lessFusing SystemHeat rollersGrayscale256 levelsHard Disk Drive40-GB HDDImaging MethodLaserInterface TypeUSB 2.0Job BuildYesJob Programs48LedgerYesLetter / LegalYesLight SourceLaserMagnificationVariable zoom 25% to 400% in 1% increments with 9 R/E presetsMax. Paper Weight110 lb. indexMemory128MB (standard); expandable to 384MB (using AR-SM5 option)Microprocessor Type64 bit RISC, 600 MhzNetwork ProtocolsIPX/SPX, TCP/IP (IPv4, IPv6, IPSec (LPD)), Net BEUI, EtherTalkNetwork SecuritySSL, Email server user authentication and user account control, comprehensive access control and email audit controlOperating SystemsWindows 98/ME,2000, XP, Vista, 2003 Server, Server 2003 x64, XP x64, Vista x64 (GPD only), Mac OS9, OSX (PPD only)Optional Power FilterYesOptionsOptional saddle-stitch finisher, optional hole punch unit ; optional post-sheet inserter finisher; 2-tray sorting/stapling finisher; Fax Expansion Kit; 3,500 Large Capacity Paper Deck; Network Scanning Kit; PostScript 3 (emulation); Bar Code Font KitOriginalsSheets, bound document, photographsOriginal SizeMax. 11" x 17" / Min. 5.5" x 8.5"Original Feed SystemStandard Duplex Single-Pass FeederPaper Feed System2Dual Tray: 2,000-sheets, 16-28 lb. Bond (8 1/2" x 11'' only), Tray 3 & 4: Size adjustable; 500-sheets, 16 lb. Bond to 110 index, Bypass Tray: 100-sheets, 14 lb. Bond to 110 lb. index, Optional Large Capacity Tray: (AR-LC6 or AR-LC7)Paper SizeMax. 11" x 17"Paper TypeTray 1: 16-28 lb. standard or recycled bond. Tray 3 & 4 16 lb. Bond to 110 Index. Bypass Tray 14 lb. Bond to 110 IndexPower Source120 volts, 60Hz, 16AResolution (copy mode)Scan: 600 dpi; Copy Output: 600 dpiRoHSYesSoftwareSharpdesk 1-user licenses included with Network Scanner Expansion KitWarm-Up Time3120 seconds or lessWeb-based ManagementOptionalPrinting System Direct Printing4YesFonts80 fonts for HP PCL, 136 fonts for PS (with optional AR-PK5)Network Operating SystemsWindows 95/98/Me, 2000, XP, Vista, 2003 Server, Server 2003 x64, XP x64, Vista x64 (GPD only); Mac OS 9, OSX (PPD only). Note: Postscript 3 kit required for Macintosh support.Page Description LanguagePCL5e, PCL6, PostScript 3 (option)Print DriversWindows 95/98/Me, 2000, XP, Vista, 2003 Server, Server 2003 x64, XP x64, Vista x64 (GPD only); Mac OS 9, OSX (PPD only)., Note: Postscript 3 Kit required for Macintosh supportPrinting ProtocolsLPR, IPP, PAP, RAW TCP (Port 9100), FTP, Novell PServer/PRPrinterRIP-Once Print-ManyYesDocument Scanning Broadcasting - Document ScanningYesImage FormatsOptional TIFF, PDFScan capability (color/B&W)Optional B&WScan Destinations (number)999Scan Destination typeOptional scan-to- email/desktop/FTPScan Resolution Settings200 dpi, 300 dpi, 600 dpiScan Speed55 ppmTWAIN CompatibilityTWAIN compliant (push out method)Finishing Hole PunchingOptionalInserterOptionalSaddle Stitch FinisherOptionalSaddle Stitch FunctionOptionalStapler / FinisherOptionalStaple Sheet Capacity50Super G3 Fax Auto DialingCombined total of 500 one-touch and group keysBroadcasting - Super G3 FaxCombined total of 500 one-touch and group keysFax Memory2MB standard expandable to 10MBGroup Dialing DestinationsUp to 999Inbound RoutingOptionalLong Length OriginalsYesModem/Speed533.6 KBPS / Approximately 2 seconds with JBIG6Options Data Security KitOptionalNetwork Expansion KitStandardAdditional Specifications WeightApprox. 408 lbs.Product specifications and design are subject to change without notice.1 May vary depending on product configuration, machine settings and operating and/or environmental conditions.2 Paper capacity is based on letter size paper.3 May vary depending on product configuration, machine settings and operating and/or environmental conditions.4 Some features require optional equipment.5 Actual transmission time will vary based on line conditions.6 Based on Sharp Standard Test Chart with approximately 700 characters, letter size in standard resolution. Factory Serviced/Refurbished/Renewed to new specs