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The Canon i-SENSYS MF217w is a laser printer that offers monochrome printing, copying, and faxing capabilities. It also includes color scanning functionality. With a maximum duty cycle of 8000 pages per month, this printer is suitable for small to medium-sized businesses that require a moderate volume of printing. Featuring a print speed of 23 pages per minute for black and white documents in normal quality on A4 or US letter-sized paper, the MF217w delivers efficient and speedy printing. The maximum resolution of 1200 x 1200 DPI ensures sharp and clear text and graphics. The printer's time to first page, for regular black and white prints, is 6 seconds, allowing users to quickly get their documents in hand. The print margins measure 5mm on all sides, ensuring that printouts have a clean and professional appearance. In terms of copying, the MF217w offers a maximum resolution of 600 x 600 DPI and a copy speed of 23 copies per minute for black and white documents in normal quality on A4 paper. The i-SENSYS MF217w also includes a color scanner, enabling users to create digital files of their physical documents. The scanner allows for easy and accurate color capture. Overall, the Canon i-SENSYS MF217w provides reliable and efficient monochrome printing, copying, and scanning capabilities, making it a suitable choice for small to medium-sized businesses in need of a workhorse printer.

| Brand | Canon |
| Model | i-SENSYS MF217w | 9540B089 |
| Product | printer |
| EAN | 4549292010947, 4549292010954, 8714574624235, 8714574624242 |
| Language | English |
| Filetype | User manual (PDF) |
| Print technology | Laser |
| Printing | Mono printing |
| Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 23 ppm |
| Maximum resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Print resolution black | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Time to first page (black, normal) | 6 s |
| Print margins (top, bottom, right, left) | 5 mm |
| Duplex printing | Yes |
| Copying | Mono copying |
| Maximum copy resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4) | 23 cpm |
| Copier resize | 25 - 400 % |
| Maximum number of copies | 99 copies |
| N-in-1 copy function (N=) | 2, 4 |
| Time to first copy (black, normal) | 9 s |
| Scanning | Color scanning |
| Optical scanning resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Maximum scan resolution | 9600 x 9600 DPI |
| Output color depth | 24 bit |
| Grayscale levels | 256 |
| Scan drivers | TWAIN, WIA |
| Faxing | Mono faxing |
| Fax resolution (black) | 200 x 100 DPI |
| Modem speed | 33.6 Kbit/s |
| Fax memory | 256 pages |
| Auto-redialing | Yes |
| Fax speed dialing (max numbers) | 104 |
| Fax forwarding | Yes |
| Fax dual access | Yes |
| Duplex faxing | Yes |
| Maximum duty cycle | 8000 pages per month |
| Digital sender | - |
| Page description languages | UFRII-LT |
| Total input capacity | 250 sheets |
| Paper input type | Paper tray |
| Auto document feeder (ADF) input capacity | 35 sheets |
| Total output capacity | 100 sheets |
| Auto document feeder (ADF) | Yes |
| Maximum ISO A-series paper size | A4 |
| Paper tray media types | Envelopes, Heavy paper, Labels, Plain paper, Recycled paper, Transparencies |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5 |
| Envelopes sizes | C5, DL, Monarch |
| Paper tray media weight (imperial) | 60 - 163 lbs |
| Multi-Purpose Tray media weight (imperial) | 60 - 163 lbs |
| Display | LCD |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Display number of lines | 6 lines |
| Product color | Black |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Control type | Touch |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10, 100 Mbit/s |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Mobile printing technologies | - |
| Cabling technology | 10/100Base-T(X) |
| Direct printing | - |
| Standard interfaces | Ethernet, USB 2.0 |
| USB port | Yes |
| Internal memory | 256 MB |
| Card reader integrated | No |
| Sound pressure level (copying) | 50 dB |
| Sound power level (standby) | 43 dB |
| Power consumption (average operating) | 500 W |
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 1.6 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 5.4 W |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| AC input voltage | 220 - 240 V |
| Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
| Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Width | 390 mm |
| Depth | 441 mm |
| Height | 360 mm |
| Weight | 11500 g |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80 % |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 10 - 30 °C |
Can't find the answer to your question in the manual? You may find the answer to your question in the FAQs about the Canon i-SENSYS MF217w below.
The Canon i-SENSYS MF217w has a weight of 11500 g.
It is best to gently pull the paper out of the printer. Turn the printer off, and make sure that the printhead is not hanging over the paper and that no paper remains in the printer.
Non-genuine cartridges may not be recognised by the printer. In that case you will receive a message that the cartridge is empty. The manual of the purchased cartridge usually contains the solution, if this does not work, it is advisable to contact the seller.
There can be various reasons for poor print quality. Check if the cartridges or toners are full. If so, inkjet printers often require cleaning the printer, the cartridges have dried out, or the print head is broken. With laser printers, calibrating the laser printer is recommended.
A laser printer prints with a toner and an inkjet printer prints with ink.
In most cases, the inkjet printer cartridge is broken and the cartridge needs to be replaced.
DPI stands for Dots Per Inch and is the number of ink droplets (per inch) that end up on the paper when printing.
The Canon i-SENSYS MF217w has a height of 360 mm.
The Canon i-SENSYS MF217w has a width of 390 mm.
The Canon i-SENSYS MF217w has a depth of 441 mm.
Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into a working electrical outlet. Check if the power switch on the printer is turned on. If the issue persists, try connecting the printer to a different power outlet to rule out any electrical problems.
Press the Menu button on the printer, scroll through the options using the navigation buttons, and select the "Wireless LAN settings" menu. From there, choose the "Wireless LAN setup" option and follow the on-screen instructions to connect to your wireless network. Make sure to input the correct network name (SSID) and password.
First, disconnect the printer from the power source. Open the paper output cover and remove any jammed paper visible from inside the printer. If the paper is stuck in the paper output tray or feeder, gently tug it out in the direction of paper movement. Be cautious not to tear the paper. If necessary, refer to the printer's online manual for detailed instructions on how to locate and remove specific paper jams.
Ensure that you are using a genuine Canon ink cartridge that is compatible with your printer model. Remove the cartridge and carefully reinstall it, making sure it is inserted correctly. Check for any protective tape or packaging that might be obstructing the electrical contacts on the cartridge. If the issue persists, try cleaning the chip contacts on both the cartridge and printer, using a lint-free cloth lightly dampened with distilled water.
Press the Menu button on the printer and navigate to the "Device settings" or "Maintenance" menu. Look for the "Reset settings" or "Restore Factory Defaults" option and select it. Confirm your selection, and the printer will revert to its original factory settings. Keep in mind that this process will erase any saved settings or preferences on the printer, so proceed with caution.
No, it only supports mono scanning. This means that it can only scan in black and white, not in color.
8000 pages per month. This means that it is designed to handle a maximum of 8000 printed pages in a month without experiencing any issues or reduced performance.
23 ppm (pages per minute). This indicates how fast the printer can print black and white documents, with a speed of 23 pages per minute.
1200 x 1200 DPI (dots per inch). This refers to the level of detail and clarity that the printer can produce in its printed output.
Yes, it has a 2-in-1 and 4-in-1 copy function. This allows users to combine multiple pages into a single page when making copies, which can be useful for saving paper and creating compact copies.
Yes, the manual of the Canon i-SENSYS MF217w is available in English .
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