Everything made easy for the user, as upgraded stand-alone device enhances full range of OKI fax options in meeting all SOHO needs

Dubai, UAE, 17 January 2011: As part of its drive to provide a complete range of superior-performance toner fax products to address all market needs, OKI Printing Solutions has launched the new dedicated OKIFAX 170 entry-level business fax.

"Top of the list for a busy small office and home office (SOHO) user is for the fax machine to be easy to use," confirms John Ross, General Manager, OKI Printing Solutions, Middle East, India and Africa.  "In response, the stand-alone OKIFAX 170 is fast and reliable, easy to operate and economical to run.  It also delivers professional-quality faxing and is perfect for any office environment demanding high-performance faxing with an occasional use for copying."

Simple, effective functionality 

The OKIFAX 170 is faster than its predecessor the OKIFAX 160, with print speeds up from 16ppm to 20ppm - printing out incoming faxes much quicker than any major competitor.  At the same time, 600dpi print resolution ensures professional, high-quality output resulting in greater accuracy.        

Underpinning much of the OKIFAX 170's enhanced design and functionality however is the objective of making the fax device easy to achieve this superior output, including:

  • 33.6 Kbps Super G3 modem provides fast, economical printing with a very competitive cost per page (cpp)

  • 30-sheet automatic document feeder simplifies the transmission of large, multi-page documents

  • Memory dial stores up to 250 records for frequently-used contacts

  • Intuitive operator panel with alpha keyboard and 2 x 16 character LCD display provides clear on-screen instruction and easy number-searching

  • Single cartridge system combines toner and drum for easy consumable replenishment

  • Compact, professional design with low standby noise and quiet operation

All this is supported by OKI Printing Solutions' reputation for outstanding reliability, backed by the company's unique three-year warranty.

"The OKIFAX 170 provides total professional support for business fax needs and its compact and stylish design integrates seamlessly within a small office or home environment," confirms Ross.  "In short, everything is made simple for the user."

About the OKIFAX 170 

Product specification/features:

Print speed: 20ppm

Resolution: 600 x 600dpi

LCD display: 2x16 characters  

Modem speed: 33.6Kbps

Page memory: up to 200 pages of incoming fax transmissions

Feeder: 30-sheet automatic document feeder simplifies transmission of large, multi-page documents 

Formats: five pre-defined fax templates

Paper tray: 250 pages

Group dial: up to 249 entries for frequently used contacts

Alpha keyboard: standard

Integrated telephone handset: standard

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About OKI Europe
OKI Printing Solutions Europe is a division of OKI Printing Solutions, a global business-to-business brand dedicated to creating professional in-house printed communications products, applications and services which are designed to increase the efficiency of today's and tomorrow's businesses. OKI Europe's annual group turnover across the EMEA region is 630 M Euro (FY08), accounting for over 50% of OKI Printing Solutions' worldwide turnover.

The company is well-established as one of Europe's leading print brands, in terms of value and units shipped. OKI Europe's product portfolio comprises six distinct segments: Colour and mono printers, multifunctional devices, which combine printing, copying, scanning and faxing functionalities, as well as Serial Dot Matrix printers, faxes and specialty printers for point-of-sales and manufacturing. Established in 1990, today OKI Europe employs approximately 1,500 people in 21 production sites and sales offices and is represented in 60 countries throughout the EMEA region.   

For further information please contact:
Sawsen AlFaraj/ Marwa Yehia
Spot On PR
Phone: +971 4 349 1686
Email: sawsenf@spotonpr.com / marway@spotonpr.com

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