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Lexmark
C544dn Color Laser Printer

Wired color print-only model with integrated duplex. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

Lexmark identifies part 26C0000 as the C544dn color laser printer. The exact configuration prints up to 25 ppm in black and color, includes integrated duplex, and provides Ethernet and USB. Lexmark recommends 800–3,000 pages per month and lists a 250-sheet tray plus a single-sheet manual feed; the maximum duty-cycle figure is separate. The model is print-only and discontinued. Its standard ports do not include built-in wireless, and a tagged model search does not establish a particular seller's unit or condition.

Consider it for

A wired color queue needing automatic duplex and a recommended workload below 3,000 pages per month..

Look elsewhere if

Choose an MFP for scanning or copying, a wireless-first setup without a verified option, or a queue consistently above the recommended 3,000-page ceiling.

Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • The exact 26C0000 configuration has integrated automatic duplex.
  • Ethernet and USB support wired sharing and local attachment.
  • Lexmark publishes an 800–3,000-page recommended monthly range.

What to weigh up

  • The C544dn is print-only and cannot scan, copy, or fax.
  • Built-in Wi-Fi is not listed as standard, and the model is discontinued.
  • The historical ASIN does not establish a current exact offer.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredC544dn (26C0000)
Main functionsPrint only
Print outputColor laser; up to 25 ppm Letter; 800–3,000 recommended pages per month
Two-sided printingIntegrated duplex; Ethernet and USB

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 11, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

What the features mean for you

Confirm the dn configuration and its color role

Lexmark maps part 26C0000 to the C544dn, a color laser printer rather than an MFP. It prints black and color pages at up to 25 ppm. The model name includes a duplex and network configuration, so a generic C544 listing is not sufficient to confirm ports or automatic two-sided output. Check the exact dn suffix and part on the device. The C544dn suits an office with separate copy and scan equipment; its color engine does not add document-capture functions.

Use integrated duplex for recurring office documents

Lexmark lists integrated duplex on the C544dn. The printer can turn each sheet during automatic two-sided jobs, avoiding a reload between sides. This can reduce paper handling for routine reports and handouts, although Lexmark rates duplex output separately from its simplex speed. The source lists up to 12 sides per minute in duplex mode. Ask for a two-sided test page on an individual used machine; the specification cannot confirm the state of its rollers, feed path, or alignment.

Choose wired sharing over assumed Wi-Fi

Lexmark's standard port list includes Ethernet 10/100 and USB. This can support a fixed network queue or direct computer connection. The page does not list built-in Wi-Fi; an optional external print-server accessory is a separate configuration and should not be assumed included. A wired office can use the standard ports, while a wireless-only placement needs a confirmed compatible option or another model. Check the ports and exact suffix on the specific device before treating the candidate as network-ready.

Compare the recommendation with the print queue

Lexmark recommends 800–3,000 pages per month for the C544dn. It also lists a maximum monthly duty cycle of 55,000 pages, which is a ceiling for product comparison rather than routine workload guidance. The recommended band is the useful figure for deciding whether a small shared queue fits. Standard paper input is 250 sheets plus a single-sheet manual feed; an optional drawer can increase capacity, but it is not part of every offer. Confirm optional accessories rather than counting them as standard.

Account for the discontinued lifecycle

Lexmark marks the C544dn discontinued. That status makes current driver, consumable, and service checks especially relevant for a used or refurbished unit, but it does not by itself establish present stock or supply availability. Verify that the computer operating systems and network policy can support the printer. Ask about toner, imaging components, page count, maintenance, and return terms. Lexmark's product page describes the original 26C0000 model; it cannot establish the condition, included supplies, or history of a seller's device.

What else to compare

The C544dw adds built-in wireless and remains a print-only color model; compare exact suffixes before choosing between the configurations.

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Before you buy

Does the C544dn print automatically on both sides?

Yes. Lexmark specifies integrated duplex for the exact C544dn model.

Does it have built-in Wi-Fi?

The standard ports listed are Ethernet and USB; the reviewed page does not list built-in Wi-Fi.

What monthly workload is recommended?

Lexmark recommends 800 to 3,000 pages per month for the C544dn.

Can it scan or copy?

No. Lexmark identifies this C544dn configuration as a print-only color laser printer.

Where can I check the current price?

Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.

Sources & review basis

We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.

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The decision

Choose the C544dn for wired color output and automatic duplex when its 800–3,000-page recommendation fits and separate equipment handles scanning and copying.

Is it the right fit?

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