As a solid back-to-the-basics solution, the MX-2301N employs cutting-edge Sharp technology to deliver the copy, print, and network scan functions and fax option essential for running a business. As a full-colour multifunctional system, the MX-2301N puts high-quality colour to work lending impact and advantage to business communications.

Boasting efficiency in everything from its compact frame to its speedy, 23-page-per-minute output in both colour and B/W, the MX-2301N offers an integrated document management system for workflow-enhancing functions and the Sharp OSA (Open Systems Architecture) development platform for third-party creation of customised applications. And for peace of mind, multilayered security solutions protect against data leakage and unauthorised access.
Isn’t it time to take your business-essential functions to the next level? Isn’t it time for the full-colour MX-2301N?

 

Type Desktop Engine speed (colour & B/W) Max. 23 cpm/ppm (A4, 8 1/2" x 11", long-edge feeding) Paper size Max. A3 wide (12" x 18"), min. A5R (5 1/2" x 8 1/2"R) Paper capacity (80 g/m2) Standard: 1,100 sheets (two 500-sheet trays and 100-sheet multi-bypass tray) Maximum: 2,100 sheets Paper weight Tray: 60 g/m2 to 209 g/m2 (16 lbs bond to 110 lbs index) Multi-bypass tray: 55 g/m2 to 256 g/m2 (13 lbs bond to 140 lbs index) Warm-up time*1 Less than 60 sec. Memory Copier memory: 1GB Printer memory: 512MB 80GB HDD*2 Power requirements Rated local AC voltage ±10%, 50/60 Hz Power consumption (max.) 1.84 kW (220 to 240V), 1.44 kW (110 to 127V) Dimensions (W x D x H) 620 x 670 x 950 mm (24 13/32" x 26 3/8" x 37 25/64") Weight Approx. 112 kg (247 lbs) Features Card shot, edge/centre erase, job build, document filing, user authentication (1,000 accounts), pre-heat/auto power shut-off modes

Copier

Original paper size Max. A3 (11" x 17") First copy time*3 Full colour: 8.9 sec. B/W: 6.0 sec. Continuous copy Max. 999 copies Resolution Scan (colour): 600 x 600 dpi Scan (B/W): 600 x 600 dpi, 600 x 400 dpi, 600 x 300 dpi Print: 600 x 600 dpi Gradation Equivalent to 256 levels Zoom range 25 to 400% (25 to 200% using RSPF) in 1% increments Preset copy ratios Metric: 10 ratios (5R/5E), inch: 8 ratios (4R/4E) Features*4 Auto paper selection (mixed/random size feeding), auto magnification selection, paper type selection, auto tray switching, rotation copy, electronic sorting, network tandem copy, book copy, margin shift, dual page copy, multi-shot (4-in-1, 2-in-1), cover/transparency/tab page insertion, pamphlet copy, 2-sided copy orientation change, XY zoom, B/W reverse, mirror image, duplex copy, reserved copy, job programme, image repeat, irregular original/paper size input, stamps (date, page number, text, stamp), multi-page enlargement, tab copy, centering, proof copy, 3G Sharp auto colour mode, auto colour selection, auto calibration

Network Scanner

Scan method Push scan (via control panel), pull scan (TWAIN-compliant application) Resolution Push scan: 100, 200, 300, 400, 600 dpi Pull scan: 75, 100, 150, 200, 300, 400, 600 dpi   50 to 9,600 dpi via user setting File formats TIFF, PDF, encrypted PDF, XPS*5, JPEG (colour only) Scanner utility Sharpdesk Scan destinations Scan to e-mail, desktop, FTP server, network folder (SMB), USB memory Features Internet fax*6 (supports direct SMTP), PC-Internet fax transmission*6, 3G Sharp auto colour mode, mixed size original scanning, LDAP support, direct entry (address, subject, message), 999 one-touch dials, 500 group dials, 48 job programmes, broadcasting, long original scanning (max. 1,000 mm)*7, auto colour selection

Document Filing

Document filing capacity Main and custom folders: 38GB, 5,500 pages*8 or 3,000 files Quick file folder: 12GB, 1,700 pages*8 or 1,000 files Stored jobs*4 Copy, print, scan, fax transmission Storage folders Quick file folder, main folder, custom folder (max. 1,000 folders) Confidential storage Password protection

Network Printer

Resolution 600 x 600 dpi Interface USB 2.0 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T Supported OS*9 Windows Server® 2003, Windows® XP, Windows Vista® Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2, Mac OS X 10.2.8, 10.3.9, 10.4 to 10.4.11, 10.5 to 10.5.6 Network protocols*9 TCP/IP (IPv4, IPv6), IPX/SPX (NetWare), NetBEUI, EtherTalk (AppleTalk) Printing protocols LPR, Raw TCP (port 9100), POP3 (e-mail printing), HTTP, Novell Printserver application with NDS and Bindery, FTP for downloading print files, EtherTalk printing, IPP PDL (emulation) Standard: PCL 6 emulation Option*9: PS3 emulation Available fonts 80 fonts for PCL, 136 fonts for PS3 emulation Features*4 *10 Network tandem print, RIP Once/Print Many, job retention (print hold, proof print, confidential print), direct PDF/TIFF/JPEG printing, carbon copy print, duplex print, font/form download, offset output, printer administration utility and status monitor, pamphlet style, IP/MAC address filtering, port/protocol management, binding edge, N-up (2/4/6/8/9/16), paper/output tray selection, cover insertion, transparency interleave, fit to page, watermarks, form overlay, auto configuration, barcode font compatibility, tab print, poster print, secure network communications (SSL and IPsec [LPD]), toner save mode

B/W Facsimile (optional MX-FXX2 required)

Compression method MH/MR/MMR/JBIG Communication protocol Super G3/G3 Transmission time Less than 3 seconds*11 Modem speed 33,600 bps to 2,400 bps with automatic fallback Transmission resolution From Standard (203.2 x 97.8 dpi) to Super Fine (406.4 x 391 dpi) Recording width A3 to A5 (11" x 17" to 5 1/2" x 8 1/2") Memory 8MB flash memory Grey scale levels Equivalent to 256 levels Features Duplex transmission/reception, quick on-line transmission, error correction mode, 999 one-touch dials, 500 group dials, LDAP support, 48 job programmes, broadcasting number registration, F-Code compatibility (confidential, relay broadcast), polling, memory transmission/reception, auto reduction (transmission/reception), rotation transmission/reception, print actual size, 2-in-1 transmission, long original transmission (max. 1,000 mm), PC-Fax transmission, timer transmission, inbound routing to e-mail, activity report, anti-junk fax, dual page scan, mixed size original scanning

*1: At rated voltage, 23oC (73.4oF). May vary depending on operating conditions and environment. *2: HDD capacity depends on procurement and sourcing status. *3: When feeding A4 (8 1/2" x 11") sheets from top paper tray, MFP in fully ready condition. May vary depending on operating conditions and environment. *4: Some features require option(s). *5: To view XPS files on PCs not running Windows Vista, you must have the XPS Viewer application installed. *6: Optional MX-FWX1 required. *7: B/W documents only, scanned at under 400-dpi resolution. Max. 800 mm for Internet faxing or when scanning at 600 x 600-dpi resolution. *8: Measured using Sharp’s standard chart (A4 with 6% coverage, B/W). The Quick File Folder shares the HDD with the Job Build function; up to 12GB of data storage is available when using both functions. The storage capacity will be less for colour pages. *9: Optional MX-PKX1 required for Mac OS, EtherTalk, and PS3. *10: Some features are not available according to the printer driver used. *11: Based on Sharp’s standard chart with approx. 700 characters (A4 or 8 1/2" x 11" long-edge feeding) at standard resolution in Super G3 mode, 33,600 bps, JBIG compression. • Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Windows, Windows Server, and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other brand names and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. • The Energy Star logo is a certification mark and may only be used to certify products that have been determined to meet the Energy Star programme requirements. Energy Star is a US registered mark. The Energy Star guidelines apply to products only in the US, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan.