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Samsung
SCX-4623FW Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer

Mono fax MFP with Wi-Fi and manual duplex. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

Samsung's SCX-4623FW brochure identifies a monochrome laser multifunction device for print, copy, scan, and fax. It is rated up to 23 pages per minute on Letter, with a 40-sheet ADF, a 250-sheet cassette plus a one-sheet manual feed, and USB, 10/100 Ethernet, and 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi. Duplex printing is manual. HP's support records list this exact FW model as discontinued. The brochure's 12,000-page monthly duty-cycle ceiling is not a recommended workload, and no recommended range was established.

Consider it for

A small office seeking a documented mono fax, copy, and scan workflow with both wired and wireless networking, and willing to handle two-sided pages manually..

Look elsewhere if

Choose another model if automatic duplex, color output, current manufacturer support, or a published recommended monthly range is required for your workflow.

Pros & cons

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

What works in its favor

  • Samsung documents print, copy, scan, and fax in one monochrome device.
  • Wi-Fi and 10/100 Ethernet provide separate wireless and wired network options.
  • The 40-sheet ADF and 250-sheet cassette support multi-page documents and a useful paper reserve.

What to weigh up

  • Manual duplex requires collecting and refeeding sheets for two-sided print jobs.
  • The 12,000-page duty figure is not a recommended monthly workload, which remains unknown.
  • HP lists the exact SCX-4623FW as discontinued, so current support and software compatibility need checking.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredSCX-4623FW
Main functionsMonochrome print, copy, scan, and fax
Print outputMonochrome laser; up to 23 ppm Letter
Two-sided printingManual duplex; 40-sheet ADF; 250-sheet cassette plus one-sheet feed

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

What the features mean for you

Will one machine cover your document tasks?

The Samsung brochure lists printing, copying, scanning, and faxing for the SCX-4623FW. Those functions can suit a small office that handles paper originals and incoming or outgoing faxes alongside ordinary print jobs. The model is monochrome, so it cannot make color pages. Keep the exact FW suffix in view when comparing offers; other SCX-4623 versions may differ in their wireless equipment. Confirm the label on a specific unit before relying on its networking or fax connections, and check that the software needed for the intended scan workflow is available for the computers in use.

Does its rated speed answer your workload question?

Samsung rates this model at up to 23 pages per minute on Letter. That manufacturer rating gives a comparison point for nominal output, but it is not a measured result for a particular document or used unit. The brochure also cites a 12,000-page monthly duty-cycle figure; that is a ceiling, not a target or recommended routine. The saved sources do not establish a recommended monthly range, so the workload matching values remain unknown. If a purchasing policy needs maker-recommended volume guidance, use a model with that range rather than inferring one from speed or duty cycle.

Can you live with manual two-sided printing?

The SCX-4623FW brochure specifies manual duplex, so the printer does not turn sheets automatically for a two-sided job. A user can still make occasional double-sided pages by following the refeed process, but recurring reports or forms add handling between sides. Its 250-sheet cassette provides the main paper reserve, while the one-sheet manual feed is a separate path for occasional media. The 40-sheet ADF helps feed originals for copying or scanning, but the reviewed brochure does not establish automatic duplex scanning. Separate those paper tasks when deciding whether the model fits.

Do its wired and wireless connections fit the room?

Samsung documents USB, 10/100 Ethernet, and 802.11b/g/n wireless for this exact FW model. Ethernet can connect it to a wired office network, while Wi-Fi supports placement without a network cable; USB is the direct connection option. These interfaces give a small team more than one way to route print jobs, but they do not prove that a particular old device's radio, port, or scan software still works. Test the intended print and scan path during any return period, and do not assume the machine will join a modern network without configuration.

What should discontinued status change?

HP's support records identify the SCX-4623 series and list the exact FW model as discontinued. That status does not tell you the condition of an individual printer, but it makes operating-system support, scan utilities, firmware, replacement parts, and service options sensible checks before purchase. Ask for a photo of the model label and ports, verify fax and network functions, and confirm that included toner or other supplies match the unit. The product documentation describes original capability; it does not establish present availability, a seller's offer condition, or the working state of a used machine.

What else to compare

Choose an automatic-duplex fax MFP if two-sided output is routine, or a currently supported model if current drivers and service are central to the decision.

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Before you buy

Does the SCX-4623FW automatically print on both sides?

No. Samsung's brochure specifies manual duplex, so the user handles the sheets between sides.

What functions does the exact FW model include?

Samsung documents monochrome printing, copying, scanning, and fax for the SCX-4623FW.

Is 12,000 pages Samsung's recommended monthly workload?

No. The brochure gives a monthly duty-cycle ceiling, but the recommended monthly range remains unknown.

Where can I check the current price?

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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

The SCX-4623FW offers mono fax, copy, scan, and networked printing with manual duplex. Discontinued status and unknown recommended workload are its key limits.

Is it the right fit?

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