Epson FX-890II N Network Impact Dot Matrix Printer 9-Pin Serial C11CF37202
The Epson FX-890II N Network Impact Dot Matrix Printer delivers robust, high-speed document output at up to 738 characters per second, engineered for critical daily print requirements in demanding business environments.
- High-Speed Output: Prints at up to 738 characters per second, accelerating transaction processing and reducing wait times for critical documents.
- Network-Ready Design: Features integrated network connectivity for shared access across departments, streamlining workflows without dedicated workstations.
- Exceptional Durability: Engineered with a 400 million character print head life and 20,000 hours MTBF, ensuring continuous operation in harsh industrial settings.
- Cost-Efficient Printing: Utilizes a 7.5 million character ribbon cartridge, significantly lowering cost per page and minimizing consumable replacement frequency.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Epson FX-890II N is a 9-pin narrow-carriage network impact dot matrix printer, purpose-built for high-volume, mission-critical printing tasks with speeds up to 738 characters per second. It supports various paper types including continuous forms, envelopes, and labels, making it versatile for diverse business needs.
Engineered for frictionless integration into existing IT infrastructures, this printer supports Epson ESC/P, IBM PPDS, and MICROLINE printer languages, ensuring compatibility with legacy and modern business applications. Its robust construction and ENERGY STAR certification contribute to a lower total cost of ownership and reliable operation.
- Rapid Document Processing: Achieves print speeds of up to 738 characters per second, ensuring that high-volume reports, invoices, and shipping documents are generated quickly.
- Extended Operational Life: Features a print head life of 400 million characters and a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 20,000 hours, maximizing uptime and reducing maintenance interruptions.
- Versatile Form Handling: Supports continuous paper, cut sheets, envelopes, and labels, enabling businesses to print multi-part forms, receipts, and specialized documents efficiently.
- Integrated Barcode Support: Includes built-in barcode printing for standards like Code 39, Code 128, and UPC-A, critical for inventory management, logistics, and point-of-sale applications.
- Optimized Cost Efficiency: Delivers a low cost per page with a 7.5 million character ribbon cartridge, reducing consumable expenses and the frequency of user interventions.
Choose the Epson FX-890II N for a durable, high-performance impact printer that supports critical business operations with exceptional reliability and cost efficiency.
Technical Specifications
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4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
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What This Solves
High-Volume Transactional Document Printing
Businesses frequently generate large quantities of invoices, receipts, and reports that require reliable, continuous output. This printer provides rapid, consistent printing at up to 738 characters per second, ensuring all critical transactional documents are produced efficiently.
Retail operations, financial services, logistics companies, manufacturing facilities
Multi-Part Form and Label Generation
Many organizations need to print multi-part forms, carbon copies, or durable labels for shipping and inventory management. The Epson FX-890II N excels at handling continuous forms, envelopes, and labels, making it ideal for applications requiring multiple copies or specialized media.
Warehouse management, supply chain operations, automotive service centers, healthcare administration
Legacy System Integration & Barcode Support
Companies often operate with legacy systems that require specific printer languages or need to print various barcode formats for tracking. This printer supports Epson ESC/P, IBM PPDS, and MICROLINE, alongside a wide range of built-in barcodes, ensuring compatibility and efficient data capture across diverse IT environments.
Government agencies, older ERP deployments, inventory control systems, point-of-sale environments
Key Features
Maximum print speed of 680 cps
Ensures rapid document generation for high-volume tasks, significantly reducing wait times for critical business forms and reports.
Print head life of 400 million characters
Provides exceptional durability and extended operational uptime, minimizing the need for frequent maintenance or replacement in demanding operational environments.
Ribbon life of 7.5 million characters
Reduces consumable costs and user interventions, optimizing operational efficiency and lowering the total cost of ownership for high-volume printing.
Mean time between failures (MTBF) of 20,000 hours
Guarantees extended periods of uninterrupted operation, enhancing system reliability and ensuring business continuity for critical printing tasks.
Built-in barcode support (CODABAR, Code 128, Code 39, EAN13, EAN8, etc.)
Enables direct printing of essential tracking and identification codes, streamlining inventory management, logistics, and point-of-sale processes.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
This printer is ideal for generating production orders, shipping manifests, and inventory labels in demanding factory and warehouse environments due to its robust impact printing technology.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality groups use this printer for printing multi-part receipts, invoices, and back-office reports, benefiting from its durability and low cost per page.
Transportation & Logistics
Logistics companies rely on this printer for producing durable shipping labels, bills of lading, and freight documents that withstand handling and transit conditions.
Finance & Insurance
Accounting firms and insurance carriers utilize impact printers for printing multi-part forms, checks, and archival documents where carbon copies are required for record-keeping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of paper and forms can the Epson FX-890II N handle?
This printer supports a wide range of media, including continuous paper with widths from 10 to 254 mm, cut sheets from 99 to 256 mm wide, envelopes, and labels, making it versatile for various business documents.
Is this printer compatible with older operating systems and business applications?
Yes, the Epson FX-890II N supports Windows 2000, 95, 98, ME, NT, and XP, along with Epson ESC/P, IBM PPDS, and MICROLINE printer languages, ensuring broad compatibility with legacy systems.
How does the network connectivity function on this model?
The "N" in the model name indicates integrated network capabilities, allowing the printer to be shared across multiple workstations and departments for centralized access and streamlined printing workflows.
What is the typical noise level of the FX-890II N during operation?
The printer operates at a sound pressure level of 55 dB during printing, which is comparable to a normal conversation, making it suitable for various office and industrial settings.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Manufacturer warranty applies. Contact Zent Networks for warranty terms specific to this product.
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.