Xerox AltaLink 8200 Series vs. Lexmark 9-Series: Which Office MFP Is Right for Your Business?

Submitted by Keith Metzler on

Following Xerox's acquisition of Lexmark, businesses now have access to two enterprise office printer portfolios under one umbrella: the Xerox AltaLink 8200 Series and the Lexmark 9-Series.

Both offer modern touchscreen interfaces, advanced security features, cloud-connected workflows, finishing options, and support for many of the same Xerox solutions. Both are designed for medium-to-large workgroups and can handle demanding office environments.

So what separates them?

As a Xerox and Lexmark partner with nearly 40 years of experience helping organizations select the right office technology, we've spent considerable time evaluating both platforms. While there is significant overlap between the two, each family has strengths that make it a better fit for certain types of organizations.

Xerox Proficio PX300: Pros, Cons, and Cost

Submitted by Byanka Ramos on

For years, the Xerox Versant line has been one of the most recognizable names in light production print. Many print shops, franchises, in-plants, and marketing departments have built their workflows around machines like the Versant 180 and Versant 280 because they offered an appealing mix of quality, versatility, and affordability.

Now Xerox has introduced something new.

The Xerox Proficio PX300 is one of the first devices in Xerox's new Proficio production press family, a platform designed to help print providers produce higher-quality work with less manual intervention, greater media flexibility, and more workflow automation.

Naturally, that raises an important question:

Is the Xerox Proficio PX300 actually a worthwhile upgrade, or is it simply a new name replacing a familiar machine?

What Is an All-in-One Printer? How Is It Different From a Regular Printer?

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

Office productivity doesn’t just involve computers, software, or cloud storage. Documents are still a major part of how many businesses operate, and you need a printer to print them out.

And since documents are still such a critical part of business operations, why manage them with multiple devices when one machine can often do the job?

If you've been shopping for a printer for your business, school, healthcare practice, or organization, you've probably come across the terms all-in-one printer and multifunction printer (MFP). While these devices are extremely common, many buyers still aren’t sure what they do, how they differ from a standard printer, or whether they're worth the investment.

In this guide, we'll use our expertise on printers to explain exactly what an all-in-one printer is, how it works, who it's best for, and whether it's the right fit for your business.

Lexmark CX833 Review: Pros, Cons, and Cost

Submitted by Byanka Ramos on

A lot of offices are in need of a faster and smarter A4 device.

This is especially true for businesses that try to balance rising print demands with limited office space and tighter budgets. In many environments, efficient scanning, workflow automation, and high-volume color printing are top priorities.

That’s exactly where the Lexmark CX833se stands out.

We’ve seen many organizations that think they need a bigger machine but don’t focus on speed and workflow capabilities. This review is designed to help you determine whether the Lexmark CX833se color A4 multifunction printer is the right fit for your office.

We’ll break down its features, strengths, tradeoffs, operating considerations, and who it makes the most sense for.

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How to Replace the Waste Container on the Xerox AltaLink B8200 Series

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Replacing the waste toner container on one of the Xerox AltaLink B8200 Series printers is one of the simpler maintenance tasks on this machine and usually only takes a few minutes.

We've serviced thousands of Xerox copiers and printers across North Texas over the past 40+ years. Our technicians perform maintenance procedures like this every day, helping businesses keep their devices running smoothly and avoid unnecessary downtime.

In this guide, Matthew, a technician with several years of hands-on Xerox repair experience, will walk you through the exact process of replacing the waste toner container on a Xerox AltaLink B8200 Series copier.

By the end of this article, you'll know:

What is Toner Yield? A Comprehensive Guide

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

Your printer flashes a "Low Toner" warning just as you're preparing an important report. Now you’re wondering how many pages this cartridge should have printed, and why it is already running low?

If you've ever compared toner cartridges, you've probably seen terms like 2,500-page yield or high-yield toner listed on the box. But what do those numbers actually mean? More importantly, how do they affect your printing costs and purchasing decisions?

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we've spent 40 years helping businesses get the most from their printing environments. With toner costs being high, customers want to better understand toner yield. While it seems straightforward, several factors influence how long a cartridge actually lasts.

Lexmark MX953 Review: Pros, Cons, and Cost

Submitted by Byanka Ramos on

Not every office needs color printing.

For example, legal teams, schools, finance departments, and healthcare organizations often print thousands of black-and-white pages every month, and they need a machine that can keep up without becoming a bottleneck.

The Lexmark MX953se is one such machine.

We’ve helped businesses choose both color and black and white office printers. While we work with Xerox and Lexmark solutions, this article is intended to help you decide whether the Lexmark MX953se monochrome A3 multifunction printer is the right fit for your workflow.

In this review, we’ll walk through the MX953se’s pros, cons, scanning capabilities, media handling, pricing considerations, and who will benefit most from it.

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Why Is Printer Toner So Expensive? (And Is It Actually Worth It?)

Submitted by Byanka Ramos on

One of the most dreaded purchases you’ll make if you own a printer is toner. A replacement toner cartridge can sometimes cost nearly as much as the printer itself. This frustration is common among both businesses and individual users.

But why are toner cartridges so expensive? As a print vendor that sells and services laser printers, we hear this question often from businesses and everyday printer users alike.

Many are surprised to learn that they contain much more engineering and sophisticated technology than most realize.

In this article, we'll explore why toner costs so much, what components make up a toner cartridge, whether the expense is justified, and how businesses can cut printing costs over the long term.

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Top Printer Industry Trends of 2026

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

While printing has changed a lot over the last few years, businesses still rely on print to keep things moving. The educational, healthcare, and legal sectors continue to print documents daily. Plus, warehouses still depend on labels, and general offices still need contracts, invoices, and marketing materials.

In 2026, the printer industry is being shaped by AI-powered workflows, cloud-based print management, thermal labeling growth from e-commerce, and sustainability initiatives focused on reducing long-term operational costs and carbon output. This comes at a time when office environments are becoming more hybrid, more digital, and more security-conscious.

Lexmark CS963 Review: Pros, Cons, and Cost

Submitted by Byanka Ramos on

Some offices prefer to prioritize pure print performance over copying and scanning in an office.

If your teams are printing large volumes of reports or marketing materials every day, and they already have other systems handling scanning and document workflows, a multifunction printer (MFP) can feel unnecessary.

A single-function device like the Lexmark CS963 could be the solution.

We’ve worked with businesses that need an all-in-one device, and ones that opt for a dedicated print engine. This review is designed to help you decide if the Lexmark CS963 A3 color printer is the right fit for your workflow.

We’ll walk through its features, strengths, tradeoffs, cost considerations, and who will benefit most from it.

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