Toshiba e-Studio 2528A: Multifunction Laser Printer (Black & White)

The Toshiba e-Studio 2528A is a high-performance black-and-white multifunction laser printer, designed for businesses with moderate to high-volume printing, copying, and scanning needs. With advanced features like high-speed scanning, flexible paper handling, and automatic duplex printing, this model offers efficiency and quality for demanding office environments.

Print and Copy Functionality

• Print Speed: The e-Studio 2528A delivers a print speed of 25 pages per minute (ppm) for A4 and 15 ppm for A3, providing efficient output for large-volume document workflows.
• Print Resolution: It supports 600 x 600 dpi resolution by default, with 1,200 x 1,200 dpi resolution available in PostScript (PS) mode, ensuring high-quality print output.
• Duplex Printing: Automatic duplex (double-sided) printing is supported, reducing paper consumption and streamlining document printing.

Copy Function

• Warm-Up Time: The device requires 20 seconds to warm up, minimizing downtime between tasks.
• First Page Copy Speed: The first copy is produced in 4.3 seconds for A4, offering fast performance for high-demand office environments.
• Copy Speed: The copy speed is 25 ppm for A4, maintaining a consistent output.
• Copy Resolution: It features a 600 x 600 dpi resolution for clear and accurate copying.
• Zoom and Multiple Copies: The copier offers a zoom range from 25% to 400% and can make up to 999 copies, providing flexibility for a variety of copy jobs.

Scan Functionality

• Scanner Type: The scanner type is not explicitly mentioned, but it offers a range of scan functions.
• Scan Speed:
• Black & White: Scanning speeds are 120/240 ppm at resolutions of 100/150/200/300 dpi.
• Color: No specific scan speeds are mentioned for color scanning.
• High-Resolution Scanning: The device supports 80/160 ppm at 400 dpi and 70/120 ppm at 600 dpi for high-quality scanning.
• Scan Resolution: The scanner offers resolutions of 100/150/200/300/400/600 dpi to meet varying document requirements.
• Scan Data Formats: Supported scan formats include JPEG, TIFF (multi/single page), PDF (multi/single page), Slim PDF (multi/single page), and XPS (multi/single page), allowing for diverse storage and sharing options.
• Scan Modes: The device offers several modes, including Auto-Colour (ACS), Colour, Greyscale, and Monochrome, for versatile scanning needs.
• Scan Functions: Key functions include Scan to USB, Scan to E-Mail, Scan to File (SMB, FTP, FTPS, Local), Meta Scan, OCR Scan, and Scan to Box (e-Filing).

Fax Functionality

• Fax Features: Fax functionality is not explicitly detailed for this model.

Paper Handling and Capacity

• Paper Sizes: The e-Studio 2528A supports paper sizes from A5 to A3, making it suitable for various document formats.
• Paper Weight: It can handle paper weights from 52 gsm to 256 gsm, accommodating a wide range of media types.
• Input Paper Capacity: The device comes with a 1200-sheet standard paper capacity, which can be expanded up to 5200 sheets, offering high-volume handling capability.

Technical and Interface Details

• Page Description Language (PDL): The e-Studio 2528A supports various PDLs, including PCL5e/c, PCL6 (PCL XL), PS3, PDF, XPS, and JPEG, ensuring compatibility with different systems and document formats.
• Display: The printer is equipped with a WSVGA touch screen tilting display, providing intuitive control over print, copy, and scan operations.
• Memory: It comes with 4GB of memory, allowing for efficient job processing and handling of complex print and scan tasks.
• Connectivity: Built-in connectivity options include USB and LAN for network printing and file sharing.

Power and Software

• Power Consumption: The device operates on 1800W of power consumption.
• Operating System Compatibility: The e-Studio 2528A supports Windows 8.1, 10, 11, Server 2012/R2, Server 2016/19/22, macOS X 10.10-15, 12, Unix, and Linux systems.

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions: The printer's compact size is 585 x 586 x 787 mm, making it suitable for offices with limited space.
• Weight: It weighs 54.5 kg, indicating its robust and sturdy build.
• Drawer & Trolley: The device comes with 2 drawers and includes a trolley for ease of mobility.

Consumables and Warranty

• Consumables: The e-Studio 2528A uses Toshiba T-3028c toner cartridges with a yield of 45,000 pages.
• Duty Cycle: It offers a monthly duty cycle of up to 100,000 copies, making it well-suited for high-volume office use.
• Warranty: The device comes with a 1-year service warranty, ensuring reliable performance and support during the first year.

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