Lexmark X548 Toner Cartridges

Lexmark X548 Printer Review

The Lexmark X548 is the base model in a series of multifunction color laser printers that has an exceptional output quality and some of the quickest speeds in its class. Best of all, it tested near its maximum of 25 pages per minute for monochrome and color projects. The additional X548DE and X548DTE models go further to add features like automatic duplexing and increased paper handling. With long-lasting toners, user-friendly features and the ability to quickly print, scan, copy and fax documents, the X548 is among the better solutions for small to medium-sized offices.

With its color touchscreen LCD, users will be able to easily navigate through menu features and preview projects. Additional control features are built in to its front panel, including a full number pad for fax dialing and selecting the number of duplicates. The device's hard drive has the flexibility to store large amounts of data, as well as implement security features by requiring users to enter a PIN to retrieve and print secure jobs.

There are a number of features that designate the X548 as a heavy-duty printer, such as its 50-sheet automatic document feeder that can continuously scan large jobs and a standard paper capacity of 900 pages that can be expanded to a maximum of 1,450 pages if needed. The device also benefits from versatile ethernet and USB connectivity, which will allow users to share documents to multiple destinations through the office network including scanning to email, fax, USB drives and folders.

According to expert reviews, this unit's strong point is its output quality, which can print graphics and photos well above par with a resolution of 1200x1200 dpi using Lexmark X548 printer toner. Text documents didn't test quite as well, but their quality is decent enough to support internal distribution.

The printer uses separate black, cyan, magenta and yellow Lexmark X548 toner cartridges that have standard yields of up to 1,000 pages for each supply. With the option to purchase high-capacity replacements that can last a maximum of 2,000 pages for each color supply and 2,500 pages for each black Lexmark X548 toner cartridge, this unit can easily handle large volumes.

According to experts, the X548 series doesn't suffer from many flaws. With options to upgrade supply yields and paper handling, as well as quick speeds and sharp output, these all-in-one laser printers are among the top picks in their class.