Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) recently announced the availability of two new second-generation color workgroup series MFPs: the MX-2600N and the MX-3100N. Offering businesses affordable, high-quality color combined with innovative features to streamline document workflow, these second-generation models raise the bar on performance with a faster microprocessor and enhanced paper handling to offer color and monochrome speeds of 26ppm (MX-2600N) and 31ppm (MX-3100N). The MX-2600N and MX-3100N take MFP functionality and user friendliness to new levels with a standard retractable keyboard and a large 8.5-inch high-resolution touchscreen color display for easy menu navigation and data entry.

Both units support the newest Sharp OSA development platform that, when combined with the built-in keyboard and high-resolution display, provides dealers and developers with unprecedented abilities to enhance the user experience at the MFP. Featuring a stylish, textural exterior, sleek body lines, chrome accents and a brilliant color display, the new models are distinctive yet also blend into a contemporary office setting.

"The new Sharp MX-2600N and MX-3100N color document systems mark the beginning of a change in the way organizations and individuals use MFPs," said George Grafanakis, senior manager, product planning and marketing, SIICA. "With a stylish new design to go with its advanced features and capabilities, these new workgroup models will also change the way people think of MFPs."

Designed for Exceptional Performance and Reliability
The MX-2600N and MX-3100N feature an 800 MHz true multi-tasking controller that not only delivers copy, print and fax jobs continuously, but can also process network scanning jobs while existing jobs are output. Both MFPs are manufactured with Sharp's second generation micro-fine toner technology, which provides more uniform image coverage and a lower consumption rate than conventional toners, resulting in sharp, high-quality output that is also economical.
With on-board paper capacity of up to 5,600 sheets with options, the MX-2600N and MX-3100N can accommodate all types of workgroup environments. Each model comes with a standard 100-sheet reversing document feeder, automatic duplexing, electronic sorting and integrated offset stacking.