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Multifunction Devices

Brother MFC-685CW

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Brother MFC-685CW 4.00

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RRP

$399.00

Review Date

Monday, 21st of January, 2008

What's Hot

Built-in 802.11g wireless networking, it can print while it scans, built-in memory card reader and direct USB port

What's Not

Photo prints look too washed out; scans can't be sent to a memory card, nor to another PC on the network

The Final Word

The MFC-685CW is a burger with the lot, with wireless connectivity thrown in for good measure. Its print quality for documents is adequate, and its scanning capability is good, but it's not a good choice for photo prints.

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Copying Features

Copier

Yes

Zoom Range, Reduction (%)

24-400

Copy Resolution (Colour)

600dpi x 1200dpi

Faxing Features

Fax

Yes

Fax Speed

14.4Kbps

Fax Features Supported

Automatic redail, speed dial, group dial, 400 pages (out of paper reception)

Media

Supported Memory Media

Memory Stick PRO, CompactFlash, Memory Stick, Secure Digital (SD), xD Picture Card

Power

Power Supply

AC Power

Printers

Printer Type

Inkjet

Printer Usage

Small Office / Home Office

Colour Printer

Yes

Photo Printer

Yes

Maximum Resolution (Colour)

1200dpi x 6000dpi

Print Media

Print Media Size Maximum

A4 (210 x 297mm)

Total Media Capacity (Sheets)

100

Print Cartridges

Cyan, magenta, yellow, black

Scanner Features

Scanner Type

Flatbed Scanner

Scanner Form Factor

Desktop

Scanner Resolution

600dpi x 2400dpi

Scanner

Yes

Software

Compatability

Mac OS, Windows

Wired Connections

Wired Terminals / Ports

RJ45, USB 2.0

Wireless Connections

Wireless technology supported

Wireless 802.11b, Wireless 802.11g

*Specifications are subject to change without notice. While every attempt has been made by GoodGearGuide in the production of these specifications, possible errors or omissions may still occur. GoodGearGuide neither assumes legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any product specifications supplied.

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