Kyocera ECOSYS P2040dn

The Kyocera ECOSYS P2040dn is a monochrome (black and white) laser printer designed for small to medium-sized offices and workgroups that require reliable, fast, and cost-effective printing. Part of Kyocera’s ECOSYS line, it emphasizes long-term economy and durability.

Key Features & Specifications

• Printer Type: Monochrome Laser Printer

• Print Speed: Up to 40 pages per minute (ppm)

• Print Resolution: 1200 x 1200 dpi (High Quality)

• Duty Cycle: Up to 80,000 pages per month (robust for its class)

• First Print Out Time: As fast as 8.5 seconds

Connectivity & Standard Features:

• Standard Duplex Printing: The “dn” in the model name signifies that automatic double-sided printing is built-in, saving paper without user intervention.

• Connectivity: High-speed USB 2.0 and Gigabit Ethernet for reliable wired network connectivity.

• Memory: 128 MB standard (expandable to 640 MB for handling complex documents).

Toner & Cartridge System:

• Toner Yield: Standard-yield cartridge: ~2,500 pages. High-yield cartridge: ~6,000 pages.

• ECOSYS Philosophy: Kyocera’s ECOSYS (ECOlogical SYStem) design uses a long-life drum and separate toner bottle, which significantly reduces waste and the total cost of ownership (TCO). You only replace the toner, not the entire imaging unit.

Paper Handling:

• Standard Input: 250-sheet paper cassette.

• Standard Output: 150-sheet face-down output tray.

• Optional Input: Can be expanded with an additional 250-sheet or 500-sheet paper cassette.

• Paper Sizes: A4, Letter, Legal, Executive, and more.

Compatibility:

• Drivers: Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux.

• Mobile Printing: Supports Kyocera’s “Print & Scan” app for mobile printing, and can be enabled for Google Cloud Print (while it was active) and Apple AirPrint.