Let us delve into these features and discover the versatility of the Lexmark X4650.

With its built-in 802.11b/g wireless printing feature, it is compatible with 802.11n. Over a secure wireless network, you will still get high-quality results no matter where you print. Moreover, multiple users can be hooked to this printer wirelessly—a great option in the office and at home. With the Lexmark installation software, setting it up is not a chore as it guides you through the steps easily: just connect with 802.11b/g wireless network and wireless computer or with USB cable.

This printer can produce up to 25 ppm (pages per minute) in black and 18 ppm in color. It can achieve a superior quality of up to 4800x1200 dpi print resolution owing it to the PrecisionSense technology that detects the print resolution automatically depending on the type of paper in use. Another feature that adds to its superb printing quality is its ability to align its cartridge automatically.

Copying is easy with its 1-touch PC-free feature that can do borderless copies in the common photo sizes from 1 to 99. You can do copies in black or in color, reducing and enlarging the copies accordingly between 25% and 400%.

In addition to the printing and copying, this gadget is equipped with flatbed scanning features that can handle scanning reports and even thick books. It can scan in a 36-bit color depth and 12-bit grayscale. Its software permits the scanning of text documents that are in hard copy format into soft copy format. To add, you will save time protecting your important files as you can convert them directly into PDF format.

Photo printing will be a breeze; it is PC-free—it can print directly via the digital memory cards slots or USB flash drives. Those PictBridge-compatible digital cameras can also be hooked directly for printing. You can select the photos to print using the scan-back proof-sheet. With its 6-color printing quality (with an optional photo cartridge), the output is brilliant together with its ability to print photos without border in popular sizes. To unleash your creativity, these effects are available—sepia, antique gray, antique brown, or black & white.

The black Lexmark36 and the color Lexmark37 ink cartridges are compatible for use with the Lexmark X4650. The photo Lexmark31 is optional. This all-in-one printer works best with the normal A4 paper, Lexmark Photo Paper, and Lexmark Premium Paper. The other popular sizes can be used as well.

Lexmark X4650 is definitely a great find. Its versatility is the plus factor. It can be used at home or in the office and still achieve the same results. It is suitable for the multitasking demands of users nowadays, what with its excellent features and high-quality output.

Alan Wilson has over 10 years experience working in the imaging industry and is a director of Cartridge Concept, a supplier of discount Lexmark Ink Cartridges and printer ink for all major manufacturers.