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Lexmark Previews New 9-Series of Internally Developed A3 Office MFPs and Printers

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Lexmark International today announced its new 9-Series of A3 color printers and MFPs that are built on Lexmark’s internally developed A3 platform. 

The Lexmark 9-Series is composed of eight models: the CX963, CX962, CX961, CS963, CX833, CX951, CX950 and MX953. The CX963, CX962, CX961, CS963 and CX833 models are scheduled to be available in June, while the Lexmark CX951, CX950 and MX953 models are scheduled to be available in the first quarter of 2025.

Built on A4 Technology

Lexmark says the new models were designed by building on its A4 print technology, and are focused on simplicity, and sustainability. It says it started with its A4 technology and scaled it up through years of development, testing, and innovation. The result is said to be a line of fully featured, highly sophisticated A3 devices that are easy to use, manage, service, and are environmentally sustainable. 

“With the introduction of our new internally developed A3 platform, the Lexmark 9-Series offers all the benefits of a simpler A4 device in a fully featured A3 package,” commented Melanie Hudson, Lexmark senior vice president and chief commercial officer. “And of course, the line retains our commitment to products, services, and solutions that are reliable, durable, cost-saving and Secure by Design.”

Offering an array of accessibility features, interchangeable paper-handling options, and workflow software capabilities, the 9-Series is designed for front offices, back offices, sales floors, healthcare settings, manufacturing facilities, and virtually anywhere else.

“The 9-Series proves that sophisticated technology doesn’t have to be complicated,” commented Matt Dollus, vice president of global marketing at Lexmark. “This new line of printers and MFPs is an industry disruptor.”

The new models are designed to be:

Versatile and Easy to Use

The 9-Series offers a broad range of media-size support (A6 to SRA3), high-volume duty cycles, a common set of modular paper-handling options, document-finishing capabilities, and professional color features including Pantone calibration.

Simple and Easy to Manage

The 9-Series’ intuitive interface streamlines workflows by providing simple instructions and prompts. For routine maintenance, toner cartridges can be replaced with one hand; easily understood visual cues are displayed; and serviceable areas are easy to access and identify.

Environmentally Sustainable

The 9-Series’ total post-consumer recycled (PCR) content is 56 percent by weight for all base-model MFPs, and 73 percent by weight for the line’s base-model printer, based on IEEE calculation procedures, figures that are said to lead the industry. 

The space-saving, energy-efficient design is also said to help reduce the models’ carbon footprint. All models have received Energy Star certification, while EPEAT certification is pending. Lexmark also notes that technology analyst firm Quocirca has named it a leader in sustainability, noting that Lexmark “sets a remarkable standard in the industry.” 

Built to Last

The 9-Series is designed and built to last for seven years or more.

Lexmark also says that having fewer components helps reduce the likelihood of technical failure, while also minimizing the service time required for repairs and maintenance. Experienced technicians can perform the 10 most common service actions, even highly complex tasks, in less than 15 minutes, according to Lexmark testing.

Models Available Starting in June

The Lexmark CX963, CX962, CX961, CS963 and CX833 models are scheduled to be available in June. The Lexmark CX951, CX950 and MX953 models are scheduled to be available in the first quarter of 2025.

Models for Business-Solutions Dealers

Six new MFPs specifically designed for business solutions dealers will also be available through authorized solution providers. The Lexmark XC9655, XC9645, XC9635 and XC8355 will be available in June. The Lexmark XC9535 and XC9525 are scheduled for release in the first quarter of 2025. 

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