Ricoh SP 211 A4 Mono Laser Printer

Having used a Ricoh camera at one time, I was confident that the item would be of good quality, which it definitely appears to be, i.e. sound construction with good functionality, being well finished with a smart look.Having read several reviews on Amazon I was expecting a few snags with setting up, however, the set-up could not have been easier and more straight-forward - 5 minutes max, start to finish (Windows XP). A CD is included which contains a Manual, drivers, and necessary software. Two mains cables (two pin, and UK 3 pin) and USB lead are included.The cartridge was already fitted, so all I needed to do was to load up some paper - having read reviews I was prepared for the need to adjust the paper tray: two adjusters are slid across, and the back of the tray is pulled out to enable loading of A4 paper, the adjusters are then slid back into place. Very simple.The printer sounds smooth in action (unlike the clatter of my ink-jet) and produces a really nice copy - every bit as good as my inkjet, possibly slightly better.At this point in time, I really can't fault this machine, and I think it's an absolute bargain.Having looked on the Ricoh website I suspect the SP 211 has been replaced by a new model, but as long as I can get replacement cartridges, I'm not at all bothered by that - particularly as the machine comes with a two year manufacturer's warranty. One of the things that drew me to the SP 211 was that the cartridges are good value compared to similar machines. If I get around 600 sheets printed from the included Ricoh cartridge, that will be around the number I would get from a HP XL cartridge. On that basis, the Ricoh printer has cost me nothing.The SP 211 is not wireless, but if like me that doesn't bother you, and you want a smart looking printer for black work only, then grab a bargain.The printer was even delivered a day earlier than the earliest date given. 10 out of 10 on all counts!

This Arrived on time. I'm not an IT geek but this was a doddle to set up on windows 10 just read the instructions prior to connecting and powering up. Printed out one of the read me pages from the printer start up window quality is good, tried a couple of photos looked ok but will delve into it further. I was concerned regarding the various leads that would come or not with it so was pleasantly surprised that it came with the European 2 pin lead and two 3 pin leads one inside and one outside the box. Having read previous reviews regarding the paper tray extension out the back and the black plastic cover for this I did not have any problems as to where bits went so thanks to those reviewers. Overall a nice bit of kit and on initial usage would recommend this printer.

This, on my brief experience with it so far, is a perfectly solid little mono laser printer for a decent price. There are, however, a few significant issues. Firstly and most importantly, the printer comes without the USB lead and with a 2 pin European power plug. Fortunately the fitting is for a standard 'kettle' power lead as used on most PCs so I had a spare, but this is not a good start out of the box.Secondly, the written instructions are dire. The setup is handled entirely through wordless diagrams which don't make it clear, for example, that you have to adjust several fittings in the paper tray to extend it to take A4 paper, or that this will then make the paper tray extend out of the back of the unit where you then need to attach the supplied cover. The instructions also refer to other instructions that aren't there, and are for several models of printer, many of which have more features than this one.Thirdly, the driver installation is bizarre, at least under Windows 10. I followed the instructions (keep printer off and disconnected, run the driver install, connect and turn on when prompted) only to have the driver install claim that it wasn't detecting the printer. On quitting the installer, it turned out the printer was installed and working, probably by Windows itself whilst the installer was messing around. So under Windows 10, at least, you probably don't need the install disc at all.Overall a decent unit, but with unnecessary hassles.

First of all, definitely value for money. Less than £30 paid for a laserjet printer seems impossible.Pros:It is easy to set up and print quality is brilliant, and it takes quite small space.Cons:Instruction manual is not so good, which uses other model as an example that results in some misleading. Only usb connection is possible, there is not wireless configuration. Also it is a bit odd that It provide too many power cables.Overall I like this printer, it simply meets what I expected. Well done, Ricoh!

Printer itself is totally brilliant - installation disc wouldn't work, and it took me two and a half days to get it set up on Windows 10 - managed it in the end, though my printing preferences box is in some language I don't understand and really not ready to mess around trying to correct it any more at the moment. Have given it five stars anyway as the printer printers beautifully, is quiet and efficient, and I love it to bits!

I bought this for a family member after they saw my one which is one up from this (SP213w)As with all the RICOH printers they can be problematic to install and this one randomly disconnected one day and wouldn't pick up.Fast to print and starter toner is looking good for a couple of hundred pages at least.Great for the price and i will be continuing to recommend this as a cheap laser printer.

I bought two of these printers over the years, there good when there working but after a few months they stop and even after changing the ink cartridge they still don’t work. I now have a cheep HP printer; it works well and most importantly is reliable.