An MFP (Multi Function Product/ Printer/ Peripheral), multifunctional, all‐in‐one (AIO), or Multifunction Device (MFD), is an office machine which incorporates the functionality of multiple devices in one, so as to have a smaller footprint in a home or small business setting (the SOHO market segment), or to provide ...
MFD
(Multi Function Device) integrates all these four functions into a single
device. Therefore you only buy a single machine and save money and space. There
are many MFD brands such as HP, Epson, Canon, Lexmark, Samsung and Brother are
available. The price of most of these MFDs are affordable.
MFDs
are also called 'All‐in‐One' device. Printing, Scanning, Photocopying and Faxing
all in one device. Most people now do not use FAX and therefore
there
are many MFD models without FAX
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product or device that has multiple functions. An example of this might be a
printer that also makes copies, faxes, and scans. Another example is a CD or
DVD that might contain multiple applications on the same disk; this may be a
Mac and PC version of the same software or media meant to be played on more
than one platform. Also called multi function product (MFP), all‐in‐one.
A
product or device that has multiple functions. An example of this might be a
printer that also makes copies, faxes, and scans. Another example is a CD or
DVD that might contain multiple applications on the same disk; this may be a
Mac and PC version of the same software or media meant to be played on more
than one platform. Also called multi function product (MFP), all‐in‐one
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multifunction peripheral (MFP) is a device that performs a variety of functions
that would otherwise be carried out by separate peripheral devices. As a rule,
a multifunction peripheral includes at least two of the following:
- A printer
- A scanner
- A copier
- A fax machine
Multifunction peripheral devices often have a base function with one or more added capabilities. Here are some common examples:
- Digital copy machine: Creates copies digitally, by scanning and printing. In addition to scanning and printing, may include fax, sorter and office hardware, such as a stapler
- Fax machine MFP: Looks like a normal fax but connects to a PC for data input/output, printing, scanning and copying.
- Printer/Scanner/Copier MFP: Performs all three functions and sometimes faxing as well. Cost savings and lower space requirements make multifunctional peripherals a practical choice for many people who would ordinarily have to buy separate devices. On the other hand, those who require high‐end functioning may be better served by a device dedicated to that particular use.
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Multifunctional Device, or MFD, is typically the printing device in most
offices but is referred to as a printer or photocopier. These machines
incorporate scanning, copying and printing as a minimum, into a single device –
some can also be used for emailing and faxing.
