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Ricoh IM C401SRF

Next-gen desktop A4 color laser MFP with internal 250-sheet stapler — 45 ppm B&W / 42 ppm color, 50-sheet stapling, TPM 2.0 standard, 10.1" Smart Operation Panel.

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Print speed
45 ppm color
Paper capacity
2,300 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet · Bluetooth
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Ricoh IM C401SRF is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run an office or workgroup of 12-30 people that prints stapled reports, proposals, or sets weekly — the internal 250-sheet stapler/finisher with 50-sheet stapling is the headline feature.
  • You print 4,000-10,000 pages a month and want desktop footprint plus current-gen security (TPM 2.0 standard).
  • You're refreshing an aging IM C400SRF and want faster first-page-out (5.4 sec B&W / 6.7 sec color) and a faster engine.
  • You're already on a Ricoh fleet and want a satellite device with built-in finishing and the 10.1" Smart Operation Panel.
  • You need fax built in (the F suffix) plus the latest Always Current Technology firmware.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to 14,000 pages a month — the 150,000-page duty cycle handles it but Ricoh's sweet spot is closer to 7,000.
  • You don't actually staple often — you're paying ~$300-500 for a finisher you'll rarely use. Get the IM C401F.
  • You need wireless from day one — Wi-Fi/NFC/Bluetooth are interface unit options, not standard.
  • You're upgrading from a Brother MFC-L9670CDW or HP M479 — operators adapt to the 10.1" Ricoh panel inside two weeks.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print under 1,500 pages a month — you're paying for a 45-ppm A4 with a stapler and using a fraction of it.
  • You need 11x17 (tabloid) — this is A4/legal only.
  • You print over 18,000 pages a month — at that volume look at A3 (IM C4510 or IM C4510SD) for better economics.
  • You need hole punch or booklet-making — the internal stapler doesn't do those; you'd need an A3 chassis with the inner finisher options.
  • You don't have a Ricoh dealer — toner and finisher staples are dealer-channel only.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Ricoh IM C401SRF is the IM C401F with an internal 250-sheet stapler/finisher — same next-gen 45-ppm B&W / 42-ppm color A4 engine, same 1200 x 1200 dpi, same 100-sheet single-pass duplex ADF at 80 ipm, same 10.1" Smart Operation Panel — but it staples up to 50 sheets per set without bolting on an external finisher. It's the right pick for offices of 12-30 that print stapled reports, proposals, or sets weekly and want the latest Ricoh A4 engine plus TPM 2.0 hardware encryption standard. Standard paper capacity is 650 sheets (550-sheet drawer plus 100-sheet bypass), expandable to 2,300 with three optional 500-sheet trays. Duty cycle is rated to 150,000 pages/month with a recommended monthly volume around 7,000. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet plus USB standard; Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth are optional. Fax is built in (the F suffix). The chassis is slightly taller and deeper than the IM C401F to accommodate the internal finisher tray. The thing buyers regret: paying the SRF premium for stapling they don't actually use. If your team rarely prints anything that needs stapling, the IM C401F is the smarter buy. If they staple weekly, this saves the cost and footprint of an external finisher.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 45 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 45 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Print resolution Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
First page out < 6.7 seconds (B&W) / 7.9 seconds (Color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 45 ppm simplex (B&W), 42 ppm simplex (Color) copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-Pass Document Feeder (SPDF)
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 2 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid
Automatic document feeder 50 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 2500 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Ricoh
Model IMC401SRF
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Ricoh manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Ricoh IM C401SRF

The printer itself

Ricoh IM C401SRF in original Ricoh packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 24.2 x 22.2 x 27.8 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Ricoh quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 1 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Ricoh machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "We replaced our old Ricoh with this C401SRF for our small office and the difference is night and day. The automatic document feeder handles our daily scanning without jamming, and the color output is sharp enough for our client presentations."

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

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  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Ricoh IM C401SRF, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (386) 261-8323 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Ricoh IM C401SRF ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 19,300 pages for black and 8,000 pages for each color (cyan, magenta, yellow) at 5% coverage. Replacement high-yield toner cartridges are available: Black (842370) yields 17,500 pages, and each color (Cyan 842371, Magenta 842372, Yellow 842373) yields 8,000 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Ricoh IM C401SRF is a color A4 multifunction printer with a 45-ppm black/42-ppm color engine, while the Ricoh IM 2500 is a monochrome A3 printer with a 25-ppm engine. The IM C401SRF includes a built-in stapler/finisher and supports color printing, whereas the IM 2500 is designed for tabloid (11x17) output and lacks color capabilities. The IM 2500 has a higher standard paper capacity (1,200 sheets vs. 650 sheets) and is better suited for offices needing large-format printing. For small offices needing color and stapling, the IM C401SRF is the better choice.
Yes, the Ricoh IM C401SRF is well-suited for small businesses, with a recommended monthly volume of 7,000 pages and a speed of 45 ppm (black) and 42 ppm (color). It includes features like a 100-sheet duplex ADF, built-in stapler/finisher, and expandable paper capacity up to 2,300 sheets. However, if your business exceeds 15,000 pages monthly, consider a commercial-grade option.
Yes, the Ricoh IM C401SRF supports full-color printing at 42 ppm (A4) and 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution. It is designed for offices that need high-quality color output for reports, proposals, and marketing materials.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (386) 261-8323. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Ricoh includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Ricoh IM C401SRF when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Smart Technologies is an authorized Ricoh reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Ricoh IM C401SRF order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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