Epson recently launched the AcuLaser C4100 that delivers high quality and low cost colour and monochrome A4 printing to laser users. Offering high-speed performance and efficient running costs, this addition to the range eliminates the need for separate colour and mono printers and is designed to satisfy the most demanding work group needs.

The AcuLaser C4100 is fast and can print up to 24 ppm with a first page out in less than 13 s. Providing users with superb 2400 dpi photo-like print quality and professional text - the AcuLaser C4100 is driven by a 400 MHz PowerPC controller with dual AcuLaser ASIC processing. These features ensure that complex printer jobs can be printed quickly and efficiently.

"By replacing current monochrome work-group laser printers with the new AcuLaser C4100, users could save money when printing in black and white - and have the added benefit of being able to use colour when they really need it," says Hans Dummer, country manager, Epson SA. "Bringing professional colour to your business has never been so affordable - or as easy."

The printer has been designed to be as easy to integrate, use and support as a monochrome laser, which keeps support costs down and contributes to a low cost of ownership. With the same or lower running costs than most monochrome laser printers, there really is no reason to have a separate monochrome laser printer.

The AcuLaser C4100 is extremely easy to use: live status information such as the levels of consumables or error information are reported as text and easy to understand graphics remotely directly to a PC screen and to the LCD display panel on the printer. The AcuLaser comes with EpsonNet configuration and monitoring tools to allow simple configuration, monitoring and management across the network.

Simple maintenance is guaranteed with four pre-installed toner cartridges located conveniently at the top of the printer, and can be changed quickly and easily even by inexperienced operators. The all-in-one photoconductor unit allows replacement of all photoconductor drums in one simple operation. Intuitive and easy to use printer driver software with carefully chosen default settings ensures even novice users can print stunning colour documents first time. Advanced users will appreciate the extensive options available for colour and print quality control, speed and page layout.

Complete with an automatic two-sided printing facility the AcuLaser C4100 not only improves presentation but also saves on paper costs and storage distribution. A standard input paper capacity of 600 sheets with the flexibility of two different paper trays and optional paper capacity of up to 1600 sheets makes it easy to run complex and long print runs. The printer also features a job management function, which enables confidential printing, job reprint and verification. It comes with extensive connectivity as standard including a built in 10/100Base Tx network interface, USBand parallel ports.

For more information contact Belinda Wilson, Epson SA, 011 465 9621, belindal@epson.co.za