The Sharp MX-5500N printer is a powerhouse of a machine, boasting a lightning-fast 1 GHz multitasking controller. As a high-speed color multifunction digital document system, it offers a range of functions including printing, copying, network printing and scanning, Sharpdesk, faxing, and document filing.
When it comes to copying, the MX-5500N does not disappoint. It features standard laser print technology, as well as dry transfer and organic photoconductor ultra-fine toners. This ensures that copies are of the highest quality, with crisp, clear text and vibrant colors.
Users can copy a range of media sizes, including envelopes, letters, letter-R, legal, and ledger. This flexibility ensures that the MX-5500N can handle a wide range of document types and sizes, making it a versatile addition to any office or workspace.
Sharp MX-5500N Printer Driver Downloads
Driver for Windows
Filename | Size | Download |
PCL PS PPD XPS Driver for windows 32 bit.zip (Recommended) | 48.82 MB | |
PCL PS PPD XPS Driver for windows 64 bit.zip (Recommended) | 30.27 MB | |
PC-FAX TWAIN Sharp Status Monitor Driver for windows.zip (Recommended) | 47.70 MB |
Driver for Mac OS
Filename | Size | Download |
Driver for Mac OS X 10.10 to 10.14.zip | 2.40 MB | |
Driver for Mac OS X 10.9.zip | 2.65 MB | |
Driver for Mac OS X 10.8.zip | 2.69 MB |
Specifications
The Sharp MX-5500N printer model boasts a copy speed of approximately 55 pages per minute (ppm) for black and white documents. On the other hand, color documents run at a slightly slower pace of 41 ppm. When it comes to the first page copy time on the platen glass, black and white documents take about 4.5 seconds. However, color documents require a bit more time, clocking in at around 8.4 seconds or even less at times.
If you’re concerned about the warm-up time, fear not – the Sharp MX-5500N printer model takes about 360 seconds from the connection time to warm up and be ready for use.
During the copying process, users have the option to decrease the output image size to as low as 25% or increase it up to 400%, with adjustments made in 1% increments. Alternatively, the DSPF mode only allows for enlargements up to 200% of the original document size.
As for media compatibility, this printer can handle a variety of paper types, including bond, plain, pre-printed, recycled, pre-punched, letterhead, and color paper.
The device boasts a copier memory capacity of up to 1 GB, with 896 MB utilized for other features.
This device boasts an impressive hard disk capacity of up to 80 GB of HDD, which is complemented by a document filing capacity of 40 GB. It is equipped with a scanning resolution of up to 600 dpi, perfect for maximum color and monochrome results. Its color modes feature is also noteworthy, encompassing auto color selection, full color, dual, and single-color modes.
Additionally, its copy features are top-notch, with auto paper selection, rotation-copy, job selection, tandem copy, book copy, margin shift, and tab-paper insertion capabilities. These features make this device a versatile and efficient tool for any workplace.