Toner Cartridges for the Samsung ML-5012

Samsung ML-5012 Printer Review

As a single-purpose office printer, the Samsung ML-5012 is limited in functionality but makes up for that by excelling in print speed and production quality. This machine can produce documents efficiently with a professional finish that creates sharp lines for graphics and crisp text. It is durably constructed to handle up to 200,000 prints per month and is Energy Star qualified, meaning that operation has a minimal impact on the environment.

Only wired connections are offered, but one is designed for a single user while the other will host multiple users. The USB port can only be accessed by one PC at a time, while the ethernet interface connects to a network for sharing in an office of multiple people. Windows is the supported operating system. The number of people using this unit on a daily basis should determine what capacity of Samsung ML-5012 toner cartridges are used.

The standard Samsung ML-5012 toner cartridges will yield up to 7,000 pages and the high-capacity toners can yield as many as 20,000 pages. Printer toner is fairly easy to find on the internet but certainly is not cheap. Considering how many more prints users will get out of the high-capacity Samsung ML-5012 toner in comparison to the standard supply, the price difference is minimal, making the high-capacity version the better value.

An impressive speed of 50 pages per minute and first page out time of 7 seconds will increase overall production in the office. It is fueled by a built-in memory of 256 MB, which can be expanded to 768 MB, and the 600 MHz processor. The quality of each document will vary based on the print mode and media type, but the maximum resolution is 1200 dpi. A 100-sheet multipurpose tray is supplied for alternative media like envelopes and transparencies, while the standard input tray holds up to 500 sheets.

Denoted as a workgroup laser printer, the ML-5012, also known as the ML-5012DN, is a solid choice for the office. It can create exceptional quality at fast speeds and the high-yield Samsung ML-5012 toner will keep the unit affordable overall.