New Sharp AR-M550U Mono Laser MFP

Product Specifications & Hardware Details

• Brand: Sharp
• MPN: AR-M550U
• Model: AR-M550U
• Type: Digital Monochrome Multifunction Document System
• Standard Functions: High-Speed Digital Copying, Local Printing, Host-Based Document Scanning.
• Optional Functions: Full Network Printing, Network Color Scanning, Super G3 Analog Faxing, Large Capacity Trays (LCT), Commercial Stapling/Saddle-Stitch Finisher Units.
• What's Included in the Box: Sharp AR-M550U Base Unit, Two 500-Sheet Internal Paper Feed Cassettes, Dual 1,000-Sheet Internal Trays, 100-Sheet Multi-Purpose Manual Bypass Tray, Automatic Duplex Module, Organic Photoconductor (OPC) Drum, Internal Developer Assembly, and Heavy-Duty AC Power Cord.
• Required Items (Sold Separately): Genuine Sharp AR-620NT Black Toner Cartridges, local USB/Parallel connection cables, or RJ-45 Ethernet network cords.

Technical Specifications

Available Options & Consumables

We stock a full range of official accessories and replacement supplies for the Sharp AR-M550U. You can add these to your order directly from the accessories tab below:

• Genuine Toner Supplies: Sharp AR-620NT Black Toner Cartridge Modules (High-Yield)
• Long-Life Imaging Components: Sharp AR-620DR Organic Photoconductor (OPC) Drums
• Document Feed Upgrades: Reversing Single Pass Feeder (RSPF) for dual-sided automated scanning
• Paper Capacity Expansion: Sharp 3,500-Sheet Large Capacity Tray (LCT) Side Deck

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Does the Sharp AR-M550U support ledger-sized media out of the box?
  Yes. The built-in scanner platen bed and the internal paper trays can be configured to process large-format documents measuring up to 11 in. x 17 inches.
• What does the "U" designation indicate on this model?
  The "U" denotes the base upgradeable architecture. Unlike the network-ready "N" configuration, features like network printing and network scanning require installing an optional network expansion kit.
• Are the toner and drum modules integrated into a single cartridge?
  No. This machine features an eco-conscious dual-component architecture where the toner cartridge and the imaging drum units are independent, allowing you to maximize the lifecycle of each hardware asset.