Pros

  • Convoluted network scanning setup
  • Superior text output
  • Very fast

Cons

  • Mediocre graphics and scan quality

Bottom Line

Workgroups will like this model’s speed and paper handling, but its output quality and ease of use can be disappointing.

Manufacturer’s Description

MC561 MFP, (27/31PPM) 120V

The Specs

Pricing
Part Number 62435801
Display
Display type Monochrome (fixed-character)
Display size 3.5 inches
Processor
Processor speed 0.533 MHz
Media handling
Automatic Duplexer Standard
Maximum sheet capacity with standard trays 350.0 sheets
Maximum paper Size Legal inches
Memory
Memory size 0.256 MB
Memory max 0.768 GB
Scanning
Maximum Scan Size Letter
Scanner Type Flatbed
Maximum External Bit Depth 24-bit
Faxing
Fax page memory capacity 200.0
Dimensions
Height 17.5 inches
Width 16.8 inches
Weight 63.0 pounds
Depth 20.0 inches
Warranty
Warranty information 1 Year

Performance

PCWorld Test Center (Quality)
Print quality: Color photo Fair
Copy quality Superior
Scan quality: Color photo Very Good
Scan quality: Line art Fair
Print quality: Text Superior
Scan quality: Text Very Good
PCWorld Test Center (Speed)
Print speed rating: Text Superior
Copy speed rating Superior
Print speed rating: Color photo Very Good
Print speed: Color photo 2.6  ppm
Copy speed 6.1  ppm
Print speed: Text 17.6  ppm