Sharp DM 4551N Multifunction Printer

The Sharp MFP line provides a strong offering to VARs by offering Sharp's award- winning Data Security Kit in their MFP line-up. Because virtually every office document passes through an MFP or printer, and that MFP may be connected to a corporate network, Sharp has provided the Data Security Kit to protect documents on the MFP as well as network access to the MFP. To ensure this protection of intellectual property, Sharp has included its industry-leading Data Security Kit (model AR-FR4U) with each pre-assembled system. This software offers several layers of advanced security to help ensure that all printed, copied, scanned, faxed, archived or e-mailed documents that pass through the digital MFP are protected from prying eyes. Sharp's security solutions feature encryption, seven-times data overwrite and enhanced port management through MAC and IP filtering to protect information from even the most sophisticated threats. The DM-series MFPs also have a confidential print feature, which gives users greater control over when their documents actually print on the machine by requiring a PIN number in both the print window and on the MFP's LCD screen to release the document.

All models include network printing with page per minute (PPM) print and copy speeds ranging from 35-PPM (model DM-3551) to 45-PPM (model DM-4551) and substantial 2, 000-sheet paper capacity. The printer-centric systems have duplex printing, copying and scanning featuring Sharp's award winning Scan2 technology, which scans two-sided documents in a single pass, allowing for increased productivity and reliability. The network-enabled workstations include a multitasking controller with a 64-bit RISC processor, 320 MB of RAM and a 5 GB hard disk drive to speed copying and store documents. Additional options include a choice of three finishers (saddle-stitch, stapling or mail-bin), or three exit trays. Network scanning and Sharpdesk licenses can also be added easily to each system. The systems can be integrated with enterprise device management options including the Computer Associates Unicenter TMG 2.2 or later and the IBM Tivoli Netview 6.02 or later.

The new DM-3551 and DM4551 provide Sharp's award-winning reliability and ease of use. To provide complete buyer assurance, Sharp has partnered with IBM Global Services to provide nationwide support of the product through an industry-leading support network. Sharp Premium Support and Installation Packs allow VARs to focus on their area of expertise to sell Sharp service and installation to their customers. Value-added resellers who would like to become authorized to service this equipment may do so by completing specific training coursework.