Samsung SCX-5635FN Multi-Function Laser

Product: Samsung SCX-5635FN
Provided By: Samsung Canada
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Introduction:

It has been a long time since we had a Multi-Function unit on the bench.  The last product we took a look was the SCX-4521F, also from Samsung.  This unit was a bit smaller than the SCX-5635FN and even though it has pretty much the same features as the larger unit we're looking at today.  This unit brags up to 35 pages per minute and has a high enough duty cycle to replace a leased copier from a small office.  It is certainly no replacement for a busy office machine, but I wouldn't be surprised if this could easily replace a large unit in many small offices without any loss in production.

The SCX-5635FN functions as a copier, printer and a fax machine that can duplex any of the above and output high-quality copies at 1200dpi.  It can scan to a device on your network or to a USB drive plugged into the included USB port.  It has the ability to be configured by a very intuitive menu system using the on-board display, or even though a web interface.  Before I get too involved, let's take a look at the machine and see how it shapes up.

First Look:

The feature list on the SCX-5635FN is pretty large and this matches up nicely with its size.  It's quite a bit unit that will require more room than a standard fax machine or your typical small-medium laser printer.  It has a similar footprint to a CLP-600N laser printer - which is a beast.

SCX-5635FN - Profile

Bundle

The Multi-function comes with everything you need to get started and keep going for a while.  Samsung includes a software CD for the printer/scanner support, a starter (4,000 page) toner cartridge with a 10,000 page cartridge available.  Also in the bundle is a quick install guide, power cable and a phone cable.

One thing I really like about higher-end multifunction printers is the ability to use the Automatic Document Feeder on top or use the regular flatbed scanner.  Unfortunately the SCX-5635FN doesn't have an expandable hinge so think objects like books will be a bit more difficult to scan.  With that said, let's head on to the next page and take a look at the features and specifications before we continue.