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Small Business up to 30 cpm

23 cpm Black & White and Colour Copier / Printer / Scanner

All the Essential Functions and an Advanced Imaging System.

Model:

MX2301N

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Sharpdesk

Make the Move to Colour, the Jump to Added Performance

As a solid back-to-the-basics solution, the MX-2301N employs cutting-edge Sharp technology to deliver the copy, print, and network scan functions plus fax option essential for running a business. As a full-colour multifunctional system, the MX-2301N puts high-quality colour to work lending impact and advantage to business communications. 

Boasting efficiency in everything from its compact frame to its speedy, 23-page-per- minute output in both colour and B/W, the MX-2301N offers an integrated document management system for workflow-enhancing functions and the Sharp OSA (Open Systems Architecture) development platform for third-party creation of customised applications. For peace of mind, multi-layered security solutions protect against data leakage and unauthorised access. 

Isn’t it time to take your business-essential functions to the next level? Isn’t it time for the full-colour MX-2301N?

Key Features

  • Four-in-one functionality (colour copy, print, and scan plus B/W fax)
  • Easy-to-follow, 8.1-inch touch-screen LCD control panel
  • Finishing options include space-efficient finisher and punch modules
  • Built-in stackless duplex module for efficient two-sided output
  • 100-sheet Reversing Single Pass Feeder automatically feeds in one- or two-sided originals
  • 1,100-sheet paper capacity, expandable to max. 2,100 sheets
  • Improved imaging system with new developer and Mycrostoner-HG
  • Sharp Auto Colour Mode for automated colour copying
  • Supports Gigabit Ethernet for fast network printing
  • Layered security solutions include SSL and restricted network access
  • Sharpdesk provides easy desktop document management
  • Document Filing enables reuse of job data stored on the hard disk
  • Sharp OSA allows easy integration with network applications

Copying & Network Printing

  • Super-Efficient Colour and B/W Output
  • Productive Collated Output from Memory
  • Built-in Stackless Duplex Module
  • Job Build for Large-Volume Scanning
  • Automated Finishing
  • Large Paper Capacity
  • Network Tandem Function
  • Network Ready
  • Superb Print Quality

Image Sending

  • A3 Colour Network Scanning
  • Multiple Distribution of Scanned Files
  • LDAP Support
  • High-Speed Faxing
  • Automated Fax Finishing
  • PC-Fax/PC-Internet Fax
  • Internet Fax
  • Paperless Faxing with Inbound Routing

Security

  • Encrypted PDF with Password Protection
  • Secure Network Access
  • User Authentication
  • Print Hold and Confidential Print
  • Secure Sockets Layer
  • IPv6 and IPsec Support

Document Management

  • Document Management on the Hard Disk
  • Easy Access to Stored Files
  • Sharpdesk for Total Document Management

Device Management

  • Web-Based System Settings
  • User Control
  • Remote Diagnosis
  • Network Utility Software
  • Device Cloning
  • Remote Operation

Environment & User Friendly

  • Environment Friendly
  • Energy Friendly
  • 8.1 inch Touch Screen LCD
  • Sharp OSA (open systems architecture
  • Job Status Screen

Options

  • MXDEX7: 500 x 2 sheet paper feeding unit
  • MXDKX3W: Cabinet for 2 cassettes
  • MXTRX1: Exit tray unit
  • MXFNX9: Inner finished
  • MXPNX1A/B/C/D: Punch module (A:2, B:3, C:4, D:4 wide)
  • MXPKX1: PS3 expansion kit
  • MXFXX2: Facsimile expansion kit
  • ARSU1: Stamp unit
  • MXFWX1: Internet-FAX expansion kit
  • MXAMX1: Application integration module
  • MXAMX2: Application communication module
  • MXAMX3: External account module
  • ARPF1: Barcode font kit
  • MXUSX1/USX5: Sharpdesk ver3.2  1/5-license kit
  • MXUS10/US50: Sharpdesk ver3.2 10/50-license kit
  • MXUSA0: Sharpdesk ver3.2 100-license kit 
GENERAL
  
Type Desktop
Engine speed (colour & B/W) Max. 23 cpm/ppm (A4, long-edge feeding)
Paper size Max. A3 wide, min. A5R
Paper capacity Standard: 1,100 sheets
(80 g/m2) (two 500-sheet trays and 100-sheet multi-bypass tray)
  Maximum: 2,100 sheets
Paper weight Tray: 60 g/m2 to 209 g/m2
  Multi-bypass tray: 55 g/m2 to 256 g/m2
Warm-up time*' Less than 60 sec.
Memory Copier memory: 1 GB
  Printer memory: 512MB
  80GB HDD*2
Power requirements 230 - 240V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption (max.) 1.84 kW
Dimensions (W x D x H) 620 x 670 x 950 mm
Weight Approx. 112 kg
Features Card shot, edge/centre erase, job build, document filing, user authentication (1,000 accounts),
COPIER  
Original paper size Max. A3
First copy time*3 Full colour: 8.9 sec.       B/W: 6.0 sec.
Continuous copy Max. 999 copies
Resolution Scan (colour): 600 x 600 dpi
  Scan (B/W): 600 x 600 dpi, 600 x 400 dpi, 600 x 300 dpi
  Print: 600 x 600 dpi
Gradation Equivalent to 256 levels
Zoom range 25 to 400% (25 to 200% using RSPF) in 1% increments
Preset copy ratios 10 ratios (5R/5E)
Features*4 Auto paper selection (mixed/random size feeding), auto magnification, selection, paper type selection, auto tray switching, rotation copy, electronic sorting, network tandem copy, book copy, margin shift, dual page copy, multi-shot (4-in-1, 2-in-1), cover/transparency/tab page insertion, pamphlet copy, 2-sided copy orientation change, XY zoom, B/W reverse, mirror image, duplex copy, reserved copy, job programme, image repeat, irregular original/paper size input, stamps (date, page number, text, stamp), multi-page enlargement, tab copy, centering, proof copy, 3G Sharp auto colour mode, auto colour selection, auto calibration
NETWORK SCANNER  
Scan method Push scan (via control panel), pull scan (TWAIN-compliant application)
Resolution Push scan: 100, 200, 300, 400, 600 dpi
  Pull scan: 75, 100, 150, 200, 300, 400, 600 dpi
  50 to 9,600 dpi via user setting
File formats TIFF, PDF, encrypted PDF, JPEG (colour only)
Scanner utility Sharpdesk
Scan destinations Scan to e-mail, desktop, FTP server, network folder (SMB), USB memory
Features Internet fax*s (supports direct SMTP), PC-Internet fax transmission*x, 3G Sharp auto colour mode, mixed size original scanning, LDAP support, direct entry (address, subject, message), 999 one-touch dials, 500 group dials, 48 job programmes, broadcasting, long original scanning (max. 1,000 mm)*u, auto colour selection
   
DOCUMENT FILING  
Document filing capacity Main and custom folders: 38GB, 5,500 pages*2 or 3,000 files
  Quick file folder: 12GB, 1,700 pages*2 or 1,000 files
Stored jobs*4 Copy, print, scan, fax transmission
Storage folders Quick file folder, main folder, custom folder (max. 1,000 folders)
Confidential storage Password protection
Network Printer  
Resolution 600 x 600 dpi
Interface USB 2.0
  1OBase-T/10OBase-TX/1000Base-T
Supported OS*8 Windows Server® 2003, Windows® XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7#.
  Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2, Mac OS X 10.2.8, 10.3.9, 10.4 to 10.4.11, 10.5 to 10.5.6#. (# As it becomes available).
Network protocols*8 TCP/IP (lPv4, IPv6), IPX/SPX (NetWare), NetBEUI, EtherTalk (AppleTalk)
Printing protocols LPR, Raw TCP (port 9100), POP3 (e-mail printing), HTTP, Novell Printserver application with NDS and Bindery, FTP for downloading print files, EtherTalk printing, IPP
PDL (emulation) Standard: PCL 6 emulation
  Option*8: PS3 emulation
Available fonts 80 fonts for PCL, 136 fonts for PS3 emulation
Features*4*9 Network tandem print, RIP Once/Print Many, job retention (print hold, proof print, confidential print), direct PDF/TIFF/JPEG printing, carbon copy print duplex print font/form download, offset output,printer administration utility and status monitor, pamphlet style, IP/MAC address filtering, port/protocol management, binding edge, N-up (2/4/6/8/9/16), paper/output tray selection, cover insertion, transparency interleave, fit to page, watermarks, form overlay, auto configuration, barcode font compatibility, tab print, poster print, secure network communications (SSL and IPsec [LPD]), toner save mode
B/W FACSIMILE (optional MX-FXX2 required)  
Compression method MH/MR/MMR/JBIG
Communication protocol Super G3/G3
Transmission time Less than 3 seconds*10
Modem speed 33,600 bps to 2,400 bps with automatic fallback
Transmission resolution From Standard (203.2 x 97.8 dpi) to Super Fine (406.4 x 391 dpi)
Recording width A3 to A5
Memory 8MB flash memory
Grey scale levels Equivalent to 256 levels
Features Duplex transmission/reception, quick on-line transmission, error correction mode, 999 one-touch dials, 500 group dials, LDAP support, 48 job programmes, broadcasting number registration, F-Code compatibility (confidential, relay broadcast), polling, memory transmission/reception, auto reduction (transmission/reception), rotation transmission/reception, print actual size, 2-in-1 transmission, long original transmission (max. 1,000 mm), PC-Fax transmission, timer transmission, inbound routing to e-mail, activity report, anti-junk fax, dual page scan, mixed size original scanning

* 1 At rated voltage, 23C. May vary depending on operating conditions.

* 2 : HDD capacity depends on procurement and sourcing status.

* 3 : Long-edge feeding of A4 sheets from 1st paper tray, using document glass, without Auto Colour
        Selection and Auto Colour mode, polygon motor running. May take longer when taking a copy for the
        first time immediately after turning the machine on.

* 4 : Some features require option(s).

* 5 : Optional MX-FWX1 required.

* 6 : B/W documents only, scanned at under 400-dpi resolution. Max. 800 mm for Internet faxing or when
        scanning at 600 x 600-dpi resolution.

* 7:  Measured using Sharp's standard chart (A4 with 6% coverage, B/W). The Quick File Folder shares
        the HDD with the Job Build function; up to 12GB of data storage is available when using both
        functions. The storage capacity will be less for colour pages.

* 8:  Optional MX-PKX1 required for Mac OS, EtherTalk, and P53.

* 9:  Some features are not available according to the printer driver used.

*10: Based on Sharp's standard chart with approx. 700 characters (A4 long-edge feeding) at standard
        resolution in Super G3 mode, 33,600 bps, JBIG compression.


  • Design and specification are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Colour variations to products may occur due to printing.
  • Some features require optional items. Please consult with an authorised Sharp Reseller for deatils.
  • All information and technical details are correct as at machine release date.
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  • All other brand names and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
  • The Energy Star logo is a certification mark and may only be used to certify products that have been determined to meet the Energy Star programme requirements. Energy Star is a US registered mark. The Energy Star guidelines apply to products only in the US, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan.

 

 
Business Products Warranty Statement

 

This Sharp product is warranted against faults in material and manufacture for the period as stated in the table below. In the event of any defect arising in the equipment during the warranty period, such repairs should only be carried out by the Dealer from which the unit was originally purchased or a Service Centre approved by Sharp to service this type of equipment. These repairs would be carried out at no charge to the owner, subject to the conditions specified herein.

The owner is responsible for any transportation and insurance costs if the product has to be returned for repair. This warranty does not extend to accessories or defects or injuries caused by or resulting from causes not attributable to faulty parts or the manufacture of the product, including but not limited to, defect or injury caused by or resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect, accidental damage, improper voltage, liquid spillage, vermin infestation, software, use of consumables other than those approved by Sharp or any alterations made to the product which are not authorised by Sharp.

Please retain your sales documentation, as this should be produced to validate a warranty claim. This warranty is in addition to and in no way limits, varies or excludes any express and implied rights and remedies under any relevant legislation in the country of sale. However to the extent permitted by such legislation. Sharp excludes any liability for any indirect or consequential damage arising from the purchase or use of the product. To the extent permitted by law, Sharp excludes all implied warranties and conditions and where the product is one that is not normally required for personal, domestic or household use. Sharp limits its liability to repair or replacement (at Sharp's option) of materials or workmanship which are found by Sharp to be defective.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This warranty applies to products sold in Australia & New Zealand

WARRANTY PERIODS

Projection Equipment 24 months
(excluding lamps and air filters)
Electronic Cash Registers 12 months
Facsimile 12 months
Copiers & Ancillaries   6 months
Information Display Panels 36 months
POS Terminals 12 months
Multi Function Device 12 months