45 ppm color / 45 ppm black A3 MFP, Kyocera TASKalfa 4550ci. Older generation, 200,000-page duty cycle, floor-standing.
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."
The Copystar CS 4550ci is the previous-generation 45 ppm color MFP, the Kyocera TASKalfa 4550ci under a different badge. Both color and black hit 45 ppm, native resolution is 600 x 600 dpi, and the duty cycle tops out at 200,000 pages monthly. Optional fax brings it to a full MFP. The chassis is heavy at 251 lbs which tells you it's a floor model, not a desktop. Standard configuration is 1,500 sheets across two 500-sheet drawers and a 500-sheet bulk tray. Connectivity is older-generation: USB and Ethernet standard, Wi-Fi via optional kit. The regret: this is an older generation, so if you're buying new you should price the 4551ci or 4552ci first because parts and toner availability for the 4550ci will start to thin out over the next few years.
| 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 600 × 600 dpi |
| First page out | < 4.7s (Black), 6.0s (Color) |
| Copy & Scan | |
| Capability | Color Multifunction |
| Copy speed | Up to 45 ppm simplex copies per minute |
| Duplex copy / scan | Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF) |
| Scanner type | |
| Scan resolution (optical) | Up to 600 × 600 dpi |
| Scan destinations | |
| Paper | |
| Paper capacity | 0 sheets |
| Paper size | |
| Recommended monthly volume | 200000 pages |
| Max monthly duty cycle | 200,000 pages/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 |
| Physical & power | |
| Form factor | Workgroup |
| Usage class | Production |
| Manufacturer | Copystar |
| Model | Copystar CS 4550ci / Kyocera TASKalfa 4550ci |
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.
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.
Copystar CS 4550ci in original Copystar packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 26.30 W x 30.20 D x 29.41 H inches
Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.
Copystar quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.
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.
Need replacement toner or parts for your Copystar Copystar CS 4550ci / Kyocera TASKalfa 4550ci? We supply certified genuine OEM consumables to keep your machine printing at peak performance and ensure your manufacturer warranty remains fully protected.
Whether you require standard-yield cartridges for light printing, high-yield options for a lower cost-per-page, or replacement drum units, we carry the full lineup of compatible supplies for this model.
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.
Standard-Capacity Toner
Standard OEM toner cartridge, best for offices with lower monthly print volumes.
High-Capacity Toner BEST VALUE
High-yield OEM toner cartridge, delivering a lower cost-per-page for active offices.
Drum Unit / Maintenance Kit
OEM-certified replacement components to restore original print quality and reliability.
If this model isn't quite right, here are the printers most often compared. Faster, color-capable, or floor-standing commercial options for higher volume.
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.
The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (888) 574-5120 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.
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