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Lexmark XC4342

42 ppm color A4 MFP with 7-inch touchscreen and 100-sheet duplex ADF — for 5-15 person workgroups doing 1,500-15,000 pages a month.

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Print speed
42 ppm color
Paper capacity
2,850 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi Direct · USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Lexmark 47C9800
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Lexmark XC4342 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 print, scan, copy, and optionally fax 1,500-15,000 pages a month for a 5-15 person team.
  • You need 42 ppm and 100-sheet duplex ADF scanning at 84 sides per minute.
  • You want a 7-inch customizable touchscreen for scan profiles and shortcuts.
  • You need a 550-sheet drawer plus 100-sheet bypass, expandable to 2,850 sheets.
  • You want high-yield toner (25,000 black, 14,200 color) to keep cost-per-page down.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if your volume sits closer to 1,500 pages on slow weeks.
  • It's fine if you need optional fax — it's available, not standard.
  • It's fine if 1200 x 1200 dpi covers your color needs.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if you don't scan or copy — the C4342 print-only is cheaper.
  • Skip this if you only print 500 pages a month — the XC2326 is right-sized.
  • Skip this if you need 50 ppm or faster — go to the XC4352.
  • Skip this if you need finishing like booklet making — only optional convenience stapler is available.
  • Skip this if you need a tiny footprint — this is a substantial desktop MFP.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Lexmark XC4342 is the 42 ppm color A4 MFP for mid-to-large workgroups — same speed and form factor as the print-only C4342 plus print, copy, scan, fax. 7-inch color touchscreen, 100-sheet duplex ADF scanning at 84 sides per minute, 1.2 GHz quad-core processor with 2GB RAM, 550-sheet drawer plus 100-sheet bypass expandable to 2,850 sheets, recommended volume 1,500-15,000 pages a month, 120,000 max duty cycle. Cloud integration plus high-yield toner options (25,000 black, 14,200 color) keep cost-per-page down. The 1 thing buyers regret: putting it in a tight corner. The XC4342 is rated as a desktop form factor but it's a substantial piece of equipment — give it the room to load paper from the side, swap toner from the front, and pull out the duplex ADF cover. Sketch the placement before delivery day. Otherwise this is the right MFP for the 5-15 person workgroup that prints color daily.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 42 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 42 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
First page out < 6.4s (black) / 7.0s (color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 42 ppm (Letter) / 40 ppm (A4) copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-pass Duplex ADF
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 2 sheets
Paper size A4/Letter · A5 · Legal
Automatic document feeder 100 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 1500 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 120,000 pages per month
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 , Wi-Fi Direct
Display 7 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Desktop
Usage class Personal
Manufacturer Lexmark
Model 47C9800
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 Lexmark 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 Lexmark XC4342

The printer itself

Lexmark XC4342 in original Lexmark packaging. Desktop form factor, roughly 24.44 x 18.85 x 20.9 in

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

Lexmark 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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4.3
★★★★★
Based on 3 verified customer reviews

Verified means the customer bought this exact model from us. We don't publish paid or incentivized reviews.

What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 3 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Lexmark machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "We've had the XC4342 in our office for about 18 months now and it's been rock solid. The color output is sharp and the scan-to-email workflow saves us a lot of time on document management."
  • ★ "Good multifunction machine for a small business. Print quality is consistent and the finishing options are useful, though the learning curve on the touchscreen menu took a bit longer than I expected."
  • ★ "Upgraded from an older Lexmark and the XC4342 handles our volume without issues. The network setup was straightforward and toner costs are reasonable compared to some competitors."

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Get a quote on the Lexmark XC4342

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.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
  • One business day turnaround. Quotes land in your inbox within 24 hours. Often faster.
  • 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

Lexmark XC4342, 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 Lexmark XC4342 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 25,000 pages for black and 14,200 pages for color. Replacement high-yield toner models include 24B7518 (black, 25,000 pages) and 24B7515/24B7516/24B7517 (color, 14,200 pages each), with extra-high-yield options like 81C1XK0 (black, 28,000 pages) also available. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Lexmark XC4342 is a multifunction printer (MFP) with print, copy, scan, and fax capabilities, while the CS530 Series is a print-only device. The XC4342 offers faster speeds (42 ppm vs. 35 ppm), a larger 7-inch touchscreen (vs. 2.8-inch), and higher monthly volume capacity (1,500-15,000 pages vs. 800-3,500 pages). It also includes a 100-sheet duplex ADF and expandable paper capacity up to 2,850 sheets, compared to the CS530's 250-sheet tray. For small offices needing advanced features and higher volume, the XC4342 is the better choice.
Yes, the Lexmark XC4342 is well-suited for small businesses, especially those with 5-15 employees printing 1,500-15,000 pages monthly. Its 42 ppm speed, color printing, and multifunction capabilities (print, copy, scan, fax) make it ideal for daily office tasks. The expandable paper capacity and high-yield toner options further enhance productivity.
Yes, the Lexmark XC4342 supports full-color printing at 42 ppm. It is designed for workgroups that require color output, with high-yield color toner options yielding up to 14,200 pages per cartridge. If you need alternatives, consider the Lexmark CS530 Series, Lexmark CX735, or other color MFPs in our lineup.
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.
Lexmark includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Lexmark XC4342 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Smart Technologies is an authorized Lexmark 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 Lexmark XC4342 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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