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Lexmark Forms Printer 2581

Part no.: 11C2572

Features

  • 9-Pin Dot Matrix
  • Print Speeds: Up to 304 cps Draft @12 cpi, Up to 510 cps Fast Draft @ 12cpi, Up to 76 cps Near Letter Quality @ 12 cpi
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Product Description

Ideal for wide-format documents, the Lexmark Forms Printer 2581 (9-pin) offers rapid, reliable 6-part forms (1 original + 5 copies) printing as fast as 510 cps.

Enter a world of versatility

Whatever you’re printing – from invoices to packing slips to shelf labels – you can always count on true Lexmark versatility. Each printer comes with a handy Push/Pull Tractor, allowing you to switch between push and pull feeds effortlessly for a smooth, versatile paper feed. You can also benefit from an array of flexible paper-handling options: like an Automatic Sheet Feeder to load a stack of cut-sheet media, envelopes or multipart forms. Or a Tractor 2 to load two types of continuous forms simultaneously. Want to run longer without stopping? Then opt for the high-yield ribbons, which include automatic re-inking to reduce user intervention.


Connect on your own terms

Connectivity features include standard Parallel and USB ports, as well as an optional internal serial port*. For even greater possibilities, benefit from our network models which include built-in Ethernet and security features such as IPSec, HTTPS, SNMPv3 and 802.1x authentication. Additionally, they support multiple protocols including IPX/SPX and TCP/IP (IPv4 & IPv6). Best of all, each network model comes with MarkVision Professional™ software, which gives you a simple new way to manage your printers remotely. You can configure and query your devices, update firmware and troubleshoot issues – all via a flexible, user-friendly interface. A major plus for your helpdesk! *Serial port not available with network model


ife at the printer just got even simpler!

These forms printers are incredibly easy to use right out of the box. First, there’s no Web connection needed for driver set up. Everything’s on the CD – just slide it in and go! Loading ribbons and installing media options takes just seconds. And there are lots of user-friendly operational features too. The new operator panel gives you easy access to all printer functions, and includes intuitive font indicators that show you what the fonts look like. What’s more, each model offers character and page counts via the operator panel (or via Web page on network models), allowing you to monitor supplies and page usage effectively!


Lexmark’s guarantee to you

At Lexmark, we’re always working hard to ensure you achieve maximum productivity and minimum downtime. Our Forms Printer 2500 Series includes our solid service warranty of Two-year Exchange, with a response time of next business day (in serviceable areas). For an even greater level of peace of mind, you can opt for one of our extended-warranty service offerings. For more information on any of these offerings, just visit us today at www.lexmark.com.


Reliability and performance, the Lexmark way

Built on Lexmark’s proven heritage for superior performance and reliability, the Lexmark Forms Printer 2500 Series gives you everything you need to achieve your true productivity potential. In addition to rapid print speeds as fast as 510 cps, these printers boast a rugged design that can handle even the most extreme environments and workloads. This includes powerful print heads that reach up to 300 million characters, and a robust MTBF of 12,500 POH*. What’s more, thanks to their 2MB of built-in flash memory, you’ll benefit from greater functionality than ever before, like expanded bar code support, non-volatile fonts and remote management! *Power-on hours rated at 25% duty cycle

In the Box

  • Operator panel overlay
  • Lexmark Forms Printer 2581
  • Standard yield re-inking ribbon
  • Power cord
  • Software and documentation CD
  • Setup sheet
  • Safety instruction sheet

Ethernet, USB or parallel cables are not included. Please purchase separately.


General Specs

Part no. 11C2572
Print Technology
  • 9-Pin Dot Matrix
Media Sizes Supported
  • Single-part or multi-part Cut Forms (16.5" or 420mm maximum page width, 3.0" or 76mm minimum page width, 22.0" or 559mm maximum page length, 3.0" or 76mm minimum page length), Single-part or multi-part Continuous Forms(16.0" or 406mm maximum page width, 3.0" or 76mm minimum page width, 22.0" or 559mm maximum page length, 3.0" or 76mm minimum page length), Wide Sheet Fed Paper (14.33" or 364mm maximum page width, 4.13" or 105mm minimum page width, 22.0" or 559mm maximum page length, 5.5" or 139mm minimum page length)
Standard Ports
  • USB, Centronics IEEE 1284 Bidirectional Parallel
Size (mm - H x W x D)
  • 195 x 634 x 290 mm
Weight
  • 9.8 kg
Packaged Size (mm - H x W x D)
  • 325 x 751 x 408 mm
Packaged Weight, kg
  • 12.3 kg

Printing

Resolution
  • 240 x 144 dots per inch
Maximum Print Line
  • mm: 345.4 mm
Mean Time Between Failures
  • MTBF:
  • 12,500 POH @ 25% duty cycle

Paper Handling

Media Types Supported
  • Multi-part forms - Up to 1+5 Parts (up to 0.020" or 0.51 mm paper thickness), Single-part forms - 16 to 24 lbs, 60 to 90 gsm (0.0045" or 0.11 mm paper thickness), Forms or Paper - 16 to 24 lbs, 60 to 90 gsm (0.0045" or 0.11mm maximum paper thickness)
Paper Handling Standard
  • Front Tractor Feeder
Paper Handling Optional
  • Automatic Sheet Feeder (wide), Tractor 2 (wide)

Cartridges & Imaging

Supplies Yield
  • Optional 8 million characters (draft mode at 10 cpi)- Re-Inking Ribbon, Standard 4 million characters (draft mode at 10 cpi) - Re-Inking Ribbon

Hardware

Memory
  • 512 KB
Printer Languages
  • Standard:
  • Okidata MICROLINE Emulation, Personal Printer Data Stream (PPDS), Epson Emulation
Text Fonts
  • Proportional Spaced (PS), 10, 12, 15, 17.1, 20 cpi, Fast Draft, Draft, Courier, Gothic
Bar Codes
  • UPC-E, Code 3 of 9, EAN-13, Codabar (NW-7), Industrial 2 of 5, Interleaved 2 of 5, US Postal (POSTNET 5-digit ZIP Code), Code 128, UPC-A, EAN-8

Connectivity

Optional Local Ports
  • Internal RS-232C serial
Optional Network Ports
  • External MarkNet™ N7020e Gigabit Ethernet, External MarkNet™ N7002e Fast Ethernet (parallel), Lexmark N4000e Fast Ethernet (Print Only), External MarkNet™ N7000e Fast Ethernet (USB)

Supported Operating Systems

Microsoft Windows Operating Systems Supported
  • Windows Server 2008 x64, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 7 x64, Windows XP x64, Windows Server 2003 x64, Windows Me, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP, Windows Vista x64, Windows 2000, Windows NT (4.00/4.00 Server), Windows Vista, Windows 98 2nd Edition, Windows 7
Linux Operating Systems Supported
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 8.0, 9.0, 10, 11, Red Hat Enterprise Linux WS 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, Linspire Linux 5.0, Debian GNU/Linux 3.1, 4.0, SUSE Linux 10.0, 10.1, 10.2

Electrical & Operation

ENERGY STAR
  • Yes
Noise Level
  • Operating:
  • 0 dBA (Idle)
  • 56 dBA (Print)
Average Power
  • 38 watts (Printing)
Average Power in Standby with Power Saver On
  • 9 watts
Specified Operating Environment
  • Temperature: 10 to 40°C (50 to 104°F)
  • Humidity: 8 to 90% Relative Humidity
Product Certifications
  • Energy Star, UL 60950-1, CSA, FCC Class B, VCCI, CB IEC 60950-1, SEMKO, GS (TÜV), CE Class B, SMA C-Tick
UNSPSC Code
  • 43212102
Harmonized Tariff Code
  • 8443.32.1080

Warranties

Limited Warranty
  • See Statement of Limited Warranty:
  • 2 Year Advanced Exchange, Next Business Day Response

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Return Programme supplies

  • Supplies sold at a discount versus the prices of regular cartridges
  • Customer agrees to use cartridges once and return to Lexmark for remanufacturing or recycling.
  • Note: Not all supplies are available through the Return Programme

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Regular supplies

  • Supplies sold at regular prices
  • Cartridges are still recyclable at no cost to you through the Lexmark Cartridge Collection Programme. Learn more.

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