Phaser™

5550

A3 monochrome laser printer

For large workgroups up to 30 users with heavy print volumes
Up to 50 pages/minute on a variety of paper sizes from 3" x 3.87" to 11.7" x 17"

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Phaser 5550

The Xerox Phaser 5550 laser printer combines productivity and reliability with exceptional value. Fast printing, A3, and extensive paper handling and finishing capabilities make this an ideal powerhouse for large offices with diverse, high-volume print demands.

At a Glance

Model	5550V/B	5550V/N	5550V/DN	5550V/DT
Print speed	up to 50 ppm		up to 50 ppm 2-sided: up to 50 ipm
Connectivity	Parallel (IEEE 1284), USB 2.0	10/100/1000BaseTX Ethernet, Parallel (IEEE 1284), USB 2.0
Two-sided output	Optional		Standard
Standard paper capacity	1,100 sheets			2,100 sheets
Output capacity	500 sheets
Hard drive	Optional 40 GB
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What’s in the box	Toner cartridge (capacity: 35,000 pages¹) Drum cartridge (capacity: 60,000 pages¹) Power cord Software and documentation NOTE: Some contents may be shipped separately

Competitive Edge

Lower purchase price than other competitive products
True 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution at full engine speed is not available on competitive products
More standard memory and more maximum memory than most competitive products
True Adobe® PostScript® 3™ is not available on competitive products
10/100/1000Base-TX Ethernet rather than 10/100Base-TX Ethernet on competitive products
Superior printing alerts such as PrintingScout™ provide more detailed information and are easier to use than alerts on competitive products
Configuration SIM card, which increases uptime, is not available on competitive products
Configuration SIM fact sheet (PDF)
Faster first-page-out time than competitive HP products
Higher maximum paper output capacity than competitive products

Productivity Features

Fast speeds, up to 50 ppm for both single- and two-sided printing, and as fast as 6.5 seconds to first page, quickly handle your demanding workload
Sharp image quality, fine lines and text, fast warm up time, and durable for archiving documents with Xerox EA Toner
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1200 x 1200 dpi resolution delivers exceptional print quality without slowing down the Phaser 5550 printer's powerful performance
High paper capacity of up to 4,100 sheets allows the Phaser 5550 to print more without interruption
Network printing comes standard on all models (except Phaser 5550B) to help more users get more work done
500 MHz processor and up to 1 GB of memory handles even complex multi-page jobs quickly and easily
Extensive paper handling with custom sizes from postcard to A3 size give you the flexibility to meet your diverse printing needs
Finishing options include a 3,500-sheet stacker or a finisher that stacks, staples, and hole-punches
Advanced printing features include collation, booklet making, and edge-to-edge printing
Secure Print protects your confidential documents by requiring a password entry at the printer before printing (requires optional hard drive)
RAM collation speeds up larger jobs by quickly processing multiple sets of multi-page documents

Reliability and Ease-of-use Features

Robust duty cycle of 300,000 pages per month ensures you can regularly handle heavy print volumes.
Private data stays secure with built-in support for 802.1x and IPv6; the latest network security protocols.
Xerox Installer automatically installs and configures your printer for easy network connection, getting you up and running in minutes.
PhaserSMART® online troubleshooting delivers fast solutions so you get back to work quickly.
Load paper and go with trays that automatically sense the size and type of paper you just loaded in the tray
CentreWare® IS embedded web server allows you to manage and configure your Phaser 5550 from your desktop.
Instant on-screen alert notification and help when a print job needs attention with PrintingScout™
Email alerts notify administrators of common occurrences, such as low toner levels, before they impact productivity.
PC and Mac drivers let you easily print in mixed environments.
Booklet printing feature automatically arranges your document so you can easily fold and staple it into a booklet.

Value Features

Big overall value with low cost-per-page, affordable purchase price, and a great combination of productivity and reliability
Consistent, trouble-free performance from a printer that's rated to deliver an impressive 500,000 mean prints between failure.
Separate toner and drum cartridges maximize the yield of each, reducing cost per page.
Collect, organize and analyze usage data for tighter cost control with Usage Analysis Tool and Job Accounting features.
ENERGY STAR® qualified, which means you save on energy costs (Phaser 5550DN and DT models only)
N-up feature prints multiple pages on a single sheet, saving paper, ink, and money.
Extensive printer management tools expand your capabilities.

Product Awards

Publication	Quote/Award	Date
Buyers Laboratory Inc	A Pick of the Year designation was awarded to the Phaser 5550DN black-and-white laser printer by Buyers Laboratory Inc. in the Outstanding Departmental Monochrome Printer category. certificate (PDF)	June 6, 2008
Better Buys for Business	An Editor’s Choice designation was awarded to the Phaser 5550 black-and-white printer in the Better Buys for Business 2008 Office Laser Printer Guide.	June 2008