The Okidata c5200 printer is a good printer for the workplace. It is one of those hidden pieces of office equipment that seems hard to replace. It has many options and a strong reputation for reliability and quality printing. For some people it is unknown, but for many that have businesses, this printer and Oki 5200n image drums are hidden treasures that one comes to rely on.
Versatility
This printer has the ability to print color and black and white copies. It has a good reputation for being reliable. For some laser printers, there is a slight dullness in the color prints. The quality of the color for the Okidata is excellent and better than some of the very expensive laser printers. For people that need two sided printing, there is an optional unit called a duplexer.
Speed
The Okidata c5200 has the speed of more expensive printers. It is not one of the fastest printers though, but for the work place it is very solid. It can print 24 black and white copies per minute and 16 color copies per minute. For most medium and small businesses, this is more than fast enough.
Quality
The Okidata has a fine reputation for great quality prints. It would be hard to find a better quality print for black and white copies. The color is also excellent with only occasional smudging.
Size
It is the size of many desktop printers and can fit in most any space. It is also easy to put into any color scheme or office decor. The weight however is on the heavy side depending on the optional pieces that one may add on. The weight can be 45-50 pounds in weight. The unit should be placed where it will not be moved often.
Memory Capabilities
The microprocessor speed for this unit is 200 MHz. There is a built in memory of 32 MB. What is nice is the optional memory add on which can make the printer even faster. A person can add up to 288 MB of memory externally.
Cost Effective
The cost of laser printers can be extreme. This unit is not expensive. The upfront cost is very inexpensive. Another thing to look at when it comes to cost is the cost per print page. For black and white prints the cost is 2 cents per page, and for color it is 16 cents per page. It is a little expensive for the color prints but many feel the cost is justified due to the quality that is created by this printer. For many businesses the cost per print is the most important factor in buying a printer.
The Okidata c5200 printer with Okidata replacement toners is one of the unsung heroes in the laser printer world. With its amazing print quality at a great price, this is one of the great finds for many businesses. When used with Okidata 5200n, it is a work horse that seems to have a life of its own.
