The Dell 1710n Laser Printer

Overview:

Its predecessor the Dell 1710 received rave reviews on speed, competency, and price, but it lacked one thing the ability to connect via a network. When Dell came out with the 1710n it came with this added feature. While it looks a lot like its earlier version it meets the needs of offices everywhere that need more without compromising speed, competency and functionality like its forerunner. With Dell 1710 getting props for being fast, economic and efficient but getting flak for lacking significant features, particularly network connectivity, Dell introduces its 'big sister,' the Dell 1710n. Basically a mirror image of the former, the Dell 1710n provides network connectivity that almost every office or workplace craves for plus more without sacrificing the speed, efficiency and overall performance that was identified with the Dell 1710.

Pros:

When it comes to overall appearance it looks almost exactly like its predecessor. Its measurements are in height, width and depth which equal 247mm x 396mm x 355mm respectively. The finish on this printer is silver and gray on the sides and the body. If you have an office that has very little space then this printer is for you as it gives you the sleek design of the 1710 with the 1710n; it's practically the same laser printer with added features. Dimensions are at 247mm x 396mm x 355mm for its height, width and depth respectively, matched with a silver and gray finish on its side and body. It's still perfect for offices with limited spaces but want to get a vigorous operation from it. It has a fast speed of 26 pages per minute, and prints clear and comprehensive prints of text and graphics with its resolution of 1200 x 1200 dots per inch. It comes with 160MB of memory compared to the 140MB of the 1710. This larger memory helps to insure that it has plenty of memory to handle a variety of needs and tasks. 

Permitting workgroups to print using network connectivity is done through the use of a local network. When you have an office that has numerous users this can produce effective results and save time which is a great benefit. This printer is also easy to use as there is no software to install; it is preloaded on the printer, so all you do is plug it into a computer, let it upload, and print. When it comes to being used with an assortment of operating systems it can be used with platforms from MAC, Linux and Windows.

The ability to handle different types of paper is close to the original 1710. It can handle A5, folio, JIS B5, statement, and executive papers. The user has the option of requesting an additional 550 sheet paper tray in addition to the 250 sheet tray that it comes with. That is a lot of paper a total of 800 sheets for a printer meant to save space. It retains it print resolution of 1200 x 1200 dpi when it comes to printing superior black and white text and realistic images.

Cons:

The Dell 1710n has the added benefit of being able to print with a network, but it still lacks great strides in innovation when compared to its forerunner and similar printers. When compared to the 1710 it is almost on par when it comes to image and graphics printing. The separate paper feed has to be controlled manually instead of it being able to be automatically adjusted. Furthermore, duplexing only allows for manual adjustment instead of an automatic adjustment. This hampers the momentum and might of Dell 1710n.