Lexmark C540n
Lexmark C540 - C544 Printer Family
Print Technology - Color Laser. Features include:
Fast printing - 21 pages per minute in black and colour from basic models, up to 25ppm with the C544. First page out in 11 seconds.
True 1200x1200dpi printing.
Network printing built in on all models. High Speed USB 2.0 port as well. PCL 6 and PostScript 3 emulations for wide system compatability. Duplex print models available at an attractive price. C544 Models that take Extra High Yield Cartridges cut printing costs to a minimum.
C540 - C544 Context
The C540n is the "baby" of a family all using the same engine but with the higher models offering more premium features.
The higher models can also take larger cartridges which will give lower per-page prices if there is a sufficiently high print demand. The C540n is cheap to buy but doesn't offer this longer term cost saving option.
All the printers can take a Duo Drawer with a 550-Sheet capacity 100 sheet feeder.
The C540 family replaced the C530 series which was based on a different engine design.
Models in the family have names, model types and part numbers as follows:
Lexmark multifunction printer / copiers based on the C540 engine are:
The multifunction printers mostly take the same cartridges, spares and accessories as the printers.
C540n Specifically
For the C540 Lexmark Say:
16 character, 2-line backlit LCD Display.
Built-in web server for local network management and display of consumable status.
Network fleet management using Lexmark MarkVision Professional.
35,000 pages per month. Lexmark suggests a recommended monthly volume of 500 to 1,500 pages. The C544n has a suggested use of 800 to 3,000 pages and might be more appropriate for people intending to print in these volumes (upwards or 30-40 pages per day).
Lexmark say: " Maximum Monthly Duty Cycle is defined as the maximum number of pages a device could deliver in a month. This metric provides a comparison of robustness in relation to other Lexmark printers and MFPs. "
The printer uses an inline cartridge arrangement so print speeds for black and colour are generally the same.
Print Speed (A4, Black): Up to 20 ppm
Print Speed (A4, Color): Up to 20 ppm
Print Speed (Letter, Black): Up to 21 ppm
Print Speed (Letter, Color): Up to 21 ppm
Time to First Page (Black) As fast as 12 seconds
Time to First Page (Color) As fast as 13 seconds
If speed is critical the C544 is a bit faster at 25ppm
True 1200x1200 colour printing.
Black 1200 x 1200 dpi, 4800 Color Quality (1200 x 600 dpi). Color 1200 x 1200 dpi 4800 Color Quality (1200 x 600 dpi).
"4800 Color Quality" is Lexmark's way of implying that a combination of the native resolution of 1200x1200 dpi with greyscale or dot size gives a colour range equivalent to the higher resolution. Photos should look quite good from this machine.
Paper Handling Standard, Single Sheet Manual Feed, 250-Sheet Input Tray, 100-Sheet Output Bin,
Optional Paper Handling: Duo Drawer with 550-Sheet main capacity and a 100-Sheet Feeder.
Standard Paper Input Capacity: 250+1 pages 20 lb or 75 gsm bond
Maximum Paper Input Capacity: 900 +1 pages 20 lb or 75 gsm bond
Standard Paper Output Capacity: 100 pages 20 lb or 75 gsm bond Finishing Options: Non available - look at higher models
Tray 1:Single Sheet Manual Feed
Tray 2:250-Sheet Input Tray.
Tray 3:Optional: Duo Drawer with 550-Sheet capacity plus a 100-Sheet Multi-Purpose Feeder
100 sheet output bin on top of the printer
Not Available
Built in on the C543dn and C540dn and C540dtn
417MHz
Memory, Standard 128 MB
Memory, Maximum 640 MB
Expandable Memory Options Yes
Standard Ports, Ethernet 10/100BaseTX (RJ-45), USB 2.0 Specification Hi-Speed Certified.
Optional Network Ports Lexmark N4050e 802.11g Wireless Print Server (Print Only), External MarkNet N7020e Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet 10/100BaseTX (RJ-45)
LPR/LPD, Direct IP (Port 9100), Enhanced IP (Port 9400), FTP, TFTP
TCP/IP IPv4, AppleTalk, TCP/IP IPv6, TCP, UDP
PCL 5c Emulation, PCL 6 Emulation, PostScript 3 Emulation. The C544n printers also have PDF 1.6, Direct Image as well but this won't be a critical thing for most users.
Lexmark Say "2000, XP, Server 2003, XP x64, Server 2003 running Terminal Services, 2000 Server running Terminal Services, Server 2003 x64, Server 2003 x64 running Terminal Services, Vista, Vista x64, Server 2008, Server 2008 x64, Server 2008 running Terminal Services, Server 2008 x64 running Terminal Services
Mac OS X, Mac OS 9.x"
The PostScript 3 emulation should allow this printer to work withe most systems.
120 Volt and 220 volt Models
Size (mm - H x W x D) 292 x 424 x 400 mm
Size (in. - H x W x D) 11.5 x 16.7 x 15.7 in
Weight (lb.) 46.2 lb.
Weight (kg) 21 kg
Lexmark claim its very quiet - 47dBA while printing and capable of a Quiet Mode.
These printers take a set of 4 toners, a set of 4 photoconductors, a transfer belt and a waste bottle. Lexmark also have "return program" cartridges to be returned to them for recycling.
The C540 can take two capacities of toner:
The C544N model is more expensive than the C540 but can also take an extra-high yield cartridge where the black toner has a life of 6,000 pages and the colours of 4,000 pages.
These printers take four colour toner cartridges with separate photoconductors and a waste bottle. Toner cartridges are very easy to replace. Replace the relevant cartridge when a prompt message appears on the LCD screen and press the go button (tick) to continue.
The page yield figures given below assume 5% average page cover with 3-4 pages per print task.
C540H1KG Black High Yield Return Program Toner Cartridge, yield 2,500 pages for the C540, C543, C544 and X543, X544
C540H1CG Cyan High Yield Return Program Toner Cartridge, yield 2,000 pages for the C540, C543, C544, and X543, X544.
C540H1MG Magenta High Yield Return Program Toner Cartridge, yield 2,000 pages for the C540, C543, C544, and X543, X544.
C540H1YG Yellow High Yield Return Program Toner Cartridge, yield 2,000 pages for the C540, C543, C544, and X543, X544.
C540A1KG Black Return Program Toner Cartridge, yield 1,000 pages for the C540, C543, C544 and X543, X544.
C540A1CG Cyan Return Program Toner Cartridge, yield 1,000 pages for the C540, C543, C544, and X543, X544.
C540A1MG Magenta Return Program Toner Cartridge, yield 1,000 pages for the C540, C543, C544, and X543, X544.
C540A1YG Yellow Return Program Toner Cartridge, yield 1,000 pages for the C540, C543, C544, and X543, X544.
Return Program cartridges are sold at a discount to the regular model and can be returned free of charge to Lexmark for recycling. The aim is to save cusomers money and achieve reliable recycling.
C540H2KG Black High Yield Toner Cartridge, yield 2,500 pages for the C540, C543, C544 and X543, X544.
C540H2CG Cyan High Yield Toner Cartridge, yield 2,000 pages for the C540, C543, C544, and X543, X544.
C540H2MG Magenta High Yield Toner Cartridge, yield 2,000 pages for the C540, C543, C544, and X543, X544.
C540H2YG Yellow High Yield Toner Cartridge, yield 2,000 pages for the C540, C543, C544, and X543, X544.
Waste Bottle:
Laser printer photoconductors don't succeed in transfering all the toner onto the page, there is usually some left behind. This is removed in the eraser and deposited in a waste toner bottle. The printer LCD screen gives a "waste Toner Box" warning when the waste receptacle is full . Press the go button (tick) to continue printing.
C540X75G Waste Toner Bottle. Typical yield 36,000 pages of black print, 18,000 pages of colour print. Used in the C540, C543, C544, X543, X544
Imaging Drum Kit:
The LCD screen will give the message "Imaging Kit" when a new kit is needed. Replace the kit and press the go button (tick) to continue) Yield for the imaging drums and developers is about 30,000 pages.
C540X71G Black Imaging Kit. Used in the C540 / X540 series printers. This kit is for exchanging the black photoconductor and developer.
C540X74G Black and Color Imaging Kit. Used in the C540 / X540 series printers. This kit is for exchanging both black and colour photoconductor and developer.
Instructions for changing the developer units are given on page 130 on of the user manual. In summary - remove all the toners, remove the waste bottle and pull the imaging kit out. Take care not to touch the underside of the imaging kit.
Lexmark Rewards gives users who sign up a free imaging kit if they sign up and return every cartridge they use. www.LexmarkRewards.com
Image Transfer Belt:
40X5403, Image transfer unit (ITU) assembly. Compatible with the C540, C543, C544, X543, X544 - Part # 40X5403
The fuser adheres toner to the paper using a combination of heat and pressure. Fusers can last some time but they do wear out.
40X5438, Fuser assembly, 220-240V. Fuser assembly for the C540, C543, C544 - Part # 40X5438
40X5437, Fuser assembly, 110-120V. Fuser assembly for the C540, C543, C544 - 40X5437
40X5439, Fuser assembly, 100V. Fuser assembly for the C540, C543, C544 - 40X5439
1-Year Exchange Service, Next Business Day
Product Certifications:CAN/CSA-C22.2 60950-1, CSA E60825-1, ICES-003 Class B, BSMI Class B, VCCI Class B, US FDA, FCC Class B, UL 60950-1, EN/IEC 60320-1, CE Class B, CB IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, EN/IEC 61000-3, EN 55022 Class B, EN 55024, EN/IEC 60825-1, GS (TÜV), AR S (TÜV), SMA C-tick mark Class B, CCC Class B, CISPIR 22 Class B, MIC Mark, EK Mark
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40X5168, Pick Tyres for C540, C543, C544, C734, C736, X543, X544, X734, X736, X738 - Part # 40X5168
40X5419, 250-sheet tray assembly, C540, C543, C544, X543, X544 - Part # 40X5419
40X5434, 550-Sheet Duo Drawer with 100-Sheet MPF (complete), C54x, X543, X544 - Part # 40X5434
40X5435, 550-Sheet Duo Drawer, 100-Sheet MPF tray assembly (only) , C54x, X543, X544 - Part # 40X5435
40X5405, High-voltage power supply 40X5405
40X5409, Low-voltage power supply (universal power supply) 40X5409
40X5411, Printhead 40X5411
40X5428, Controller board for C540n, C543dn - 40X5428
We are researching options for contract maintenance and repair.
3000551 550-Sheet Duo Drawer with 100-Sheet MPF
Memory Options
40X5937 128MB DDR1-DRAM 100 Pin. for C540, C543, C544, E260, E360, E46, T650, T652, X463, X464, X466, X543, X544
40X5938 256MB DDR1-DRAM
40X5939 512MB DDR1-DRAM
1021209 64MB Flash Card
30G0828 Japanese Font Card
30G0825 Korean Font Card
1021294 USB (2 Meter) Cable
14T0145 Lexmark N4050e 802.11g Wireless Print
14T0220 MarkNetTM N7020e Gigabit Ethernet Print Server