Canon MF4412 Toner
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Canon MF4412 Printer Review

With so many different types and sizes of printers on the market, it is tough to know which one is best for certain needs. The Canon imageCLASS MF4412 is a monochrome machine that has the ability to print original documents, make copies, and serve as a scanner. It has only basic features and a standard square frame, but it could be a good addition to a home or small office.

Users must connect to the MF4412 via the USB port located on the back of the unit, which will require a USB cable. This machine supports most operating systems, including Mac, Windows, and Linux. Additionally, this all-in-one device has an Energy Star qualification, meaning it meets the environmental standards of the printing industry. The built-in memory is 64 MB and the input tray can hold up to 250 sheets of standard paper.

The MF4412 warms up quickly, even from an off position, taking only about 10 seconds to be ready for operation. Once a job is sent to the machine, it takes between 6-9 seconds to begin printing, depending on the task at hand. After the first page has begun printing, a maximum output rate of 23 pages per minute can be reached. This speed should be sufficient for a work environment. The quality is also pretty good, with a standard resolution of 600x600 dpi and a maximum, enhanced resolution of 1200x600 dpi.

The unit offers only black-and-white printing, meaning only a single Canon MF4412 printer toner cartridge is required. The toners designed for this particular model can yield up to 2,100 pages, which should keep the cost per page fairly low. If replacements become tough on the budget though, compatible imageCLASS MF4412 toner cartridges are also available from third-party vendors. These versions generally cost about a third of the OEM supplies.

Because of the monthly duty cycle being 10,000 pages, if someone were to use this device to its maximum capacity, replacement Canon MF4412 toner would be needed up to five times per month. There is a small, 5-line colorless LCD on the top panel that not only displays the status of the tasks and the setting options, it also shows users when the imageCLASS MF4412 toner is running low so they never have to worry about running out.

Small offices will appreciate the speed of production as well as the option of purchasing compatible Canon MF4412 toner, however the lack of advanced features may be a limitation for more modern offices. At the end of the day, though, this laser printer is reliable, affordable, and easy to use, which is all many consumers are looking for.