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The Dell 2145cn Multifunction Colour Laser Printer is four devices in one – a colour
laser printer, fax machine, scanner and copier – developed for businesses that are
looking to save space and maintenance by consolidating multiple imaging devices.
The 2145cn can produce up to 20 pages per minute (ppm) in both mono and colour,
single or double-sided using the built-in duplex unit. With a print resolution of up to
2400 dpi x 600 dpi, you are assured of a brilliantly sharp output every time.
Robustly built and feature-packed, the 2145cn fits well into both a small oce or medium-
sized department. Save time by copying and scanning double-sided documents with
ease using the 50 sheet duplex automatic document feeder. The included digital
archiving software will help to keep your oce documents organised and tidy.
The 2145cn is designed to grow with your future business needs. Optional accessories
include a 500-sheet drawer, expandable memory and an 80GB hard disk. Outstanding
reliability is assured with a handling capability of up to 65 000 pages per month.
DELL 2145cn MULTIFUNCTION
COLOUR LASER PRINTER
THE BUSINESS-VERSATILE COLOUR PERFORMER
WITH DOUBLE-SIDED COPYING AND PRINTING
Further details on our products at WWW.EURO.DELL.COM

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COLOUR LASER PRINTER
Toner cartridges Dell 2145cn black toner cartridge standard: approximately 2500 pages high capacity: approximately 5500 pages
Dell 2145cn cyan toner cartridge standard: approximately 2000 pages high capacity: approximately 5000 pages
Dell 2145cn magenta toner cartridge standard: approximately 2000 pages high capacity: approximately 5000 pages
Dell 2145cn yellow toner cartridge standard: approximately 2000 pages high capacity: approximately 5000 pages
Black and colour toner yield based on testing in accordance with ISO/IEC 19798. Yields vary with usage and environmental conditions.
Additional paper drawer An additional 500 sheet paper drawer is available for this printer enabling less frequent paper refills and easy access to dierent types
of media (for example, plain paper in the standard drawer, preprinted notepaper in the second drawer) where supported by application.
Additional memory An optional 256 MB memory module is available for this printer. Additional memory may speed the processing of large/complex print
files or networked print files
Local disk Depending upon application and network support, the optional 80 GB hard disk supports stored, delayed, secure and proof printing,
print spooling and collated printing. Print spooling can speed print jobs and reduce network congestion, particularly with large,
complex or multiple-copy documents. Collation can be accomplished more eciently and with greatly reduced network trac impact.
Printer job management is improved with an embedded Job Management System. Data stored on the disk is secure and there is a
secure erase function available.
Cables Dell 3 m Ethernet cable
Dell 3 m USB cable
Service and support Installation service available
Next Business Day onsite service options, extendable to 5 years
ProSupport service options, extendable to 5 years
GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR DELL PRINTER WITH GENUINE DELL OPTIONS AND SUPPLIES
Control panel view Side viewTop View Connectivity Toner cartridges
ALL-IN-ONE CONvENIENCE
The Dell 2145cn oers the functionality of four devices in one – enjoy
high quality printing, faxing, scanning and copying in one robust
device at an aordable price. Scan-to-Email is easy by choosing email
addresses from your network directory using LDAP (Lightweight
Directory Access Protocol) or a local address book. For added
convenience, scan and print files directly from your USB flash drive
using the easy access USB port on the front. Send colour faxes to your
customer using the built-in colour fax functionality. Clear the clutter
from your desk and files with digital archiving by using the included
SmarThru Oce™ software application.
AN IMPRESSIvE PERFORMER IN COLOUR OR BLACK
Print at speeds of up to 20 pages per minute (ppm) in colour or mono1.
Scan or copy in either single or double-sided (duplex) mode. Enjoy
high quality colour output every time with a print resolution of up to
2400 dpi x 600 dpi for pin-sharp looking colour documents. Keep
large print runs in-house with the ability to handle up to 65 000 pages
per month.
ExPANDABLE TO PROTECT YOUR INvESTMENT
The Dell 2145cn is built to expand with your growing
printing needs with optional accessories including
a 500-sheet drawer, expandable memory and an
80GB hard disk.
LOw TOTAL COST OF PRINTINg
The Dell 2145cn’s consumables keep costs in check. High capacity
black and colour toner cartridges deliver an aordable printing cost
per page. A built-in duplexer means you can print and copy on both
sides, which together with an in-driver print mode allows you to print
multiple pages on 1 sheet of paper, reducing your paper costs.
SERvICE SATISFACTION ASSURED
Should something go wrong, Dell’s standard 1-Year Limited Hardware
Warranty4 and 1-Year Next Business Day Onsite4 Service will get your
2145cn up and running again promptly. Protect your investment even
longer with an optional limited hardware warranty extension for up to
five years.
ENvIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS DESIgN
Safeguard the planet while protecting your bottom line with Dell 2145cn.
Duplex printing reduces unnecessary paper usage. The Dell 2145cn is
Energy Star® certified. On average, Energy Star certified products are
up to 25% more power ecient than conventional models. As with all
Dell printers, the Dell 2145cn has been designed to reduce the use of
materials and eliminate hazardous materials. Dell printer
users can return toner cartridges to Dell for recycling at
no cost. Dell also helps customers dispose of old printers
and other computer equipment in an environmentally
friendly manner.
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Product description Networked colour multifunction laser printer with two-sided printing unit for small and medium workgroups
Print specifications
Print speed – colour1 Up to 20 A4 pages per minute (ppm)
Print speed – monochrome1 Up to 20 A4 pages per minute (ppm)
Warm-up time From power-on to ‘Ready’ state on LCD operator panel - 49 seconds or less
First page out time from ‘Ready’ state (Simplex A4, 600 dpi) monochrome, 25 seconds or less; colour, 25 seconds or less
Print resolution 600 x 600 dpi
User interface 2 line x 16 character backlit LCD text, 33 Keys & 16 Speed Dial Buttons, buzzer & speaker
Data streams HP PCL® 5c/6 Emulation, Adobe PostScript 3TM
Processor speed 360 MHz
Memory (RAM) 128 MB standard, optional 256 MB module (384 MB maximum)
Duty cycle Maximum 65 000 pages per month
Typical Monthly Print Volume 1000 to 7000 pages per month
Scan specifications
Mode Flatbed or ADF (Automated Document Feeder)
Optical resolution Up to 600 x 1200 dots per inch (dpi)
Scan depth Colour, 24 bit : mono, 1 bit (line art) or 8 bit greyscale
Scan size Flatbed maximum 216 x 297 mm, via ADF 216 x 356 mm
Network scanning facilities E -mail, client, server
Scan formats supported TIFF, JPEG, PDF, BMP
Scanner duty cycle 850 pages per month
Copy specifications
Available copy modes Text, Mixed (Text/Photo), Magazine, Photo
Warm-up time 49 seconds or less from power-on to ‘Ready’ state on LCD operator panel
First copy out time from ‘Ready’ state (Simplex A4, 600 dpi) monochrome, 25 seconds; colour, 28 seconds
Copy speed1 Single-page document, 600 x 600 dpi: mono up to 20 ppm A4, colour up to 20 ppm A4
Multiple-page document from ADF, 600 x 600 dpi: mono up to 20 ppm A4, colour up to 20 ppm A4
Copy settings ID Copy, Clone Copy, N-up Copy, Poster Copy Color & B/W, Reduce/Enlarge, Auto-fit, Darkness
Maximum copies 99
Zoom 25% to 400%
Fax specifications
Mode Standalone mono and color (send only) fax with numerical keypad, PC fax (mono send only)
Compatibility ITU-T G3
Communication System PSTN, PBX
Speed 33.6 Kbps
Speed Dial Up to 240 locations
Memory Size 4 MB
Duplex Automatic Document Feeder
(ADF) specifications
Capacity 50 sheets, paper weights 60 to 90 gsm
Supported paper sizes Maximum 356 mm by 216 mm
Minimum 148 mm by 142 mm
Paper handling
Standard input sources 250 sheet covered drawer, 100 sheet multipurpose tray
Additional input drawers Optional additional 500 sheet covered drawer.
Maximum input capacity 850 sheets (250 + 100 + 500)
Duplex facility (print both sides) Standard
Standard output destination 170 sheet bin
Supported media types Plain Paper, Thick, Thin, Cotton, Bond, Preprinted, Colour Paper, Recycled and Envelope
Supported paper sizes and weights
- Standard 250 sheet drawer A4, A5, A6, B5, Folio, Executive, Statement, Monarch, Oficio , paper weight 60 to 105 gsm
- Multipurpose tray (150 sheets) A4, A5, A6, B5, Folio, Executive, Statement, Monarch, Oficio , paper weight 60 to 163 gsm
- Duplex Automatic Document Feeder A4, A5, A6, B5, Folio, Executive, Statement, Monarch, Oficio , paper weight 60 to 90 gsm
- Optional 500 sheet drawer A4, A5, A6, B5, Folio, Executive, Statement, Monarch, Oficio , paper weight 60 to 105 gsm
Page layout options Portrait or Landscape orientation, multiple copies, duplex printing, multipage printing (N-up), poster printing, watermarks
Printable area Maximum printable area 206 mm x 293 mm
Edge of paper margins Top, 4 mm; bottom, 4 mm; left, 4 mm; right, 4 mm
Connectivity
Interfaces USB 2.0 High speed port (type B connector), Ethernet 10BaseT/100Base-TX port, USB 2.0 Host Port (Direct USB Print, Scan to
USB) - (cables not included)
Print languages and fonts HP PCL® 5c/6 emulation, 56 fonts: Adobe PostScript 3™, 136 fonts
Client/Network Operating Microsoft® Windows® (XP 32/64 bit, Vista 32/64 bit, 2000, Server 2003 32/64 bit, Server 2008 32/64 bit), Mac OS X (10.3 - 10.5),
Systems (OS) Linux OS (Red Hat 8~9), Fedora Core 1-4, Mandrake 9.2 - 10.1 and Suse 8.2~9.2
Latest printer drivers available from http://support.euro.dell.com
Transport/Network protocols IPv4 Only: TCP/IP, Port 9100, LPD, IPP, BOOTP, SLP, mDNS, SMB, LDAP, HTTP
Consumables
Toner management In conjunction with the printer and software, features include toner level reporting, low toner alerts, auto-generated alert e-mails,
toner conservation, and the Dell Toner Management SystemTM.
Shipped toner cartridge capacity2 The printer ships with standard capacity toner cartridges - approximately 2500 pages black and approximately 2000 pages
each for cyan, magenta and yellow
Standard toner cartridge capacity2 Approximately 2500 pages black and approximately 2000 pages each for cyan, magenta and yellow
High capacity toner cartridges2 Approximately 5500 pages black and approximately 5000 pages each for cyan, magenta and yellow
Additional toner Available through Dell online, by telephone or through your selected reseller
Toner recycling Toner cartridges are recyclable using Dell’s recycling programme, details of which are included with each product
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Language and regulatory certifications
Language support Softcopy user guide on driver CD, printer software English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Danish, Dutch, Norwegian,
Swedish, Czech.
Printer firmware (including LCD operator panel) and embedded web software English, French, Italian, German,
Spanish, Dutch.
Basic set-up and product safety instructions English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Danish, Dutch, Norwegian, Swedish,
Czech.
Safety certifications IEC/EN60950-1:2001 (International); IEC60825-1 (Laser); CE Mark (EU); NEMKO(Nordic); GS Mark (Germany); GOST and
Hygienic (Russia); SABS (South Africa); UL/cUL Listed (UL60950-1 US/Canada); FDA/DHHS (21CFR, Chapter 1, Subchapter J,
Class-1 Laser, US); other safety approvals required by individual countries.
EMC certifications EN55022:2006; EN61000- 2006; EN 61000-3-3:1995 + A1:2001+A2:2005; EN55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003; FCC CFR Title 47,
Part 15 Subpart B; FCC Part 68 (USA); ICES-003(Canada); CE (EU countries)
Other certifications and compliances WHQL, RoHS compliant4, Energy Star®-compliant, Blue Angel.
Printer recycling Details of Dell’s printer recycling programme are included with each new printer (applies to Western Europe only).
Printer management
Compatible printer Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool; Printer Setting Utility (PSU), Scan Manager, SmarThru Oce© and Dell Toner
management software Management System™.
Printer options and accessories
Additional paper capacity Additional 500 sheet paper drawer is available for this printer, enabling less frequent paper refills or easy access to dierent
types of media (for example, plain paper in the standard drawer, preprinted notepaper in the second drawer) where supported
by application. 500 sheet paper drawer dimension (WxDxH) 468 mm x 471 mm x 146 mm : weight 5 kg.
Additional memory An optional 256 MB memory module is available for this printer. Additional memory may speed the processing of
large/complex print files or networked print files
Local disk Depending upon application and network support, the optional 80 GB printer disk supports stored, delayed, secure and proof
printing, print spooling and collated printing. Print spooling can speed print jobs and reduce network congestion, particularly
with large, complex or multiple-copy documents. Collation can be accomplished more eciently and with greatly reduced
network trac impact. Printer job management is improved with an embedded Job Management System. Data on the disk is
secure and there is a secure erase function available.
Service options
Standard Service 24 x 7 online Technical Support for the life of the product
12 months access to Dell’s telephone technical printer support queue
12 months Next Business Day Onsite Service4
Fuser maintenance Dell Laser Printer Next Business Day Onsite Service4 includes fuser maintenance parts and part replacement for the duration of
the service contract
Service Options Two, three, four and five-year extended service options available
Upgrades available to one, two, three, four or five-year Dell ProSupport
Optional installation service available
Physical specifications
What’s included in the box Dell 2145cn Colour Laser Printer, Drivers and Utilities CD (Printer Driver files, user guide in various languages and Dell Toner
Management Software™), Dell 2145cn ship-with black toner cartridge (2500 page yield2), Dell 2145cn ship-with colour toner
cartridges (2000 page yield2), User setup information placemat, Product Information Guide
Dimensions (mm) Printer: 468 mm W x 498 mm D x 651 mm H
Printer fully configured (including optional 500 sheet paper drawer): 468 mm W x 498 mm D x 851 mm H
Shipping carton: 650 mm W x 645 mm D x 920 mm H
Weight 36 kg including standard toner cartridge; shipping weight 44 kg (slight variations depending upon versions of manuals
shipped with printer)
Operating environment Operating: air temperature 15°C to 30°C, Relative Humidity 20-80% non-condensing, altitude 4000 m or less
Storage (unpackaged): air temperature 5°C to 35°C, Relative Humidity 15-80%, altitude 4000 m or less
Storage (packaged): air temperature -20°C to 50°C, Relative Humidity 5-80%, altitude 4000 m or less
Acoustics Printing (Simplex Mode):
Sound Pressure, Operator position (LpAm)5 53 dBA
Sound Pressure, Bystander position (LpAm)5 32 dBA
Standby Mode: Average Sound Power (LWAm), declared5 32 dBA
Voltage 220-240 v, 47 to 63 Hz nominal. Power cord included with shipped printer
Power consumption Continuous printing 580 W: Standby mode 82 W: Powersaver mode 18W or less: O 0 W. Energy Star®-compliant
Typical electricity consumption6 4.03 kWh per week6
. Energy Star®-compliant - see http://www.energystar.gov/ia/products
Maximum current while printing 3.6 A at 230 v AC
Power Save options User-definable - 5-120 minutes (default 20 min)
NOTES
1. Print speed quoted refers to A4 page using default print mode (600 x 600 dpi simplex). Actual print speed may vary depending upon system configuration, software
application and document complexity.
2. Black and colour toner yield based on testing in accordance with ISO/IEC 19798. Yields vary with usage and environmental conditions.
3. Meets the requirement of the EU Directive on the restriction of use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment dated 27 January 2003
4. Service may be provided by third party. Technician will be dispatched if necessary following phone-based troubleshooting. Subject to parts availability, geographical
restrictions and terms of service contract. Service timing dependent upon time of day call placed to Dell. Defective unit must be returned. Replacements
may be refurbished.
5. Tested in accordance with ISO 7779 and reported in accordance with ISO 9296, Acoustics.
6. The Typical Energy Consumption value is derived from printer energy consumption specifications combined with typical business printing usage for this model
The midpoint of the Typical Monthly Print Volume is assumed to be printed at 30 minute intervals across a 10 hour business day (0800-1800), 5 days per week
A mixture of 50% mono: colour print is assumed. The printer enters standby mode when the print job is complete, and enters sleep mode after the default period.
The printer is assumed to remain in sleep mode at all other times including two weekend days. Energy consumption will be further reduced if the printer is powered
down when not in use for long periods. Actual energy consumption will vary according to print volume and usage patterns.
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