Product Type | Multifunction Monochrome Laser Printer |
Model | MX521ade |
Form Factor | Desktop |
Functions | Print, Copy, Scan, Fax |
Print Speed (Letter) | Up to 46 ppm |
Print Speed (A4) | Up to 44 ppm |
Print Technology | Monochrome Laser |
First Page Out Time | As fast as 6 seconds |
Maximum Monthly Duty Cycle | Up to 120,000 pages |
Recommended Monthly Page Volume | 2,000 - 15,000 pages |
Processor Type | Dual Core 1.0 GHz |
RAM (Installed) | 1 GB |
RAM (Maximum) | 1024 MB |
Touchscreen | Yes |
Display Size | 4.3 inch |
Power Device Type | Integrated Power Supply |
Power Consumption (Operational) | 630 watts |
Power Consumption (Standby) | 14.5 watts |
Power Consumption (Sleep Mode) | 1.5 watts |
Lexmark MX521ade Monochrome MFP, Duplex, 46 ppm, USB/Gigabit Ethernet





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- Designed for high-volume workgroups with up to 120,000-page monthly duty cycle and a recommended usage range of 2,000–15,000 pages
- Enterprise-grade security protocols ensure safe document handling, enhancing compliance in sensitive environments
- Includes next business day onsite support for one year, minimizing downtime and support overhead
Product Overview
SPECIAL ORDER MX521ade SPR - Dove Technologies only - Monochrome Laser - Duplex (2-sided) Printing: Integrated Duplex - Print Speed: Up to 46 ppm - Recommended Monthly Page Volume: 2000 - 15000 pages - 1-Year Onsite Service, Next Business DaySpecifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Apple AirPrint Enabled | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes |
EPEAT Level |
Advanced Security Features
Supported Security Protocols | IPSec, SNMPv3, 802.1x (MD5, MSCHAPv2, LEAP, PEAP, TLS, TTLS) |
Media Handling
Standard Input Capacity | 350 sheets |
Maximum Input Capacity | 2000 sheets |
Standard Output Capacity | 150 sheets |
Maximum Output Capacity | 150 sheets |
Automatic Document Feeder Capacity | 50 sheets |
Media Types Supported | Plain Paper, Card Stock, Transparencies, Envelopes, Paper Labels |
Standard Media Sizes | A6, A5, A4, JIS B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement, Oficio, Folio, DL Envelope, 7 3/4, 9, 10 Envelopes |
Supported Envelope Sizes | 7 3/4, 9, 10, DL Envelopes |
Interfaces
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000Base-T) |
USB Interface | USB 2.0 Type A and Type B |
Expansion / Slots | Internal Card Slot |
Printer Languages | PCL 5e, PCL 6, PostScript 3, XPS, PDF 1.7, Direct Image, AirPrint, PPDS |
Fonts Included | 84 scalable PCL fonts, 91 scalable PostScript fonts, OCR-A, OCR-B, bitmap fonts |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 489 x 429.5 x 477 mm |
Weight | |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 10°C |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 32°C |
Operating Humidity Range | 8% to 80% RH |
Sound Emission (Operating) | 56 dB |
Color | White |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Supported Operating Systems | Windows 7/8/10 (x64), macOS 10.6 - 10.13 |
Copy, Scan & Fax
Copy Speed (Letter) | Up to 46 cpm |
Copy Speed (A4) | Up to 44 cpm |
First Copy Out Time | As fast as 6 seconds |
Zoom Range | 25 - 400% |
Scan Type | Flatbed with ADF |
Scan Area (Max) | 215.9 x 355.6 mm |
Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 Kbps |
Fax Transmission Speed | 3 seconds per page |