Editor's Choice Awards 2019

www.binfo.co.uk 09 Editor’s Choice Awards imageRUNNER ADVANCE 525/615/715 II series Security by design Editor’s Choice: PrintIT Reseller Canon has completed its third generation, second edition portfolio of imageRUNNER ADVANCE devices with the launch of the 525/615/715 II series comprising six new A4 black and white MFPs, the iR ADV 525i, iR ADV 525iZ, iR ADV 615i, iR ADV 615iZ, iR ADV 715i and iR ADV 715iZ. With print speeds of up to 52 pages per minute (ppm), 61 ppm and 71 ppm, the new models are up to 30% faster than the 400i/500i models they replace. They also feature superior image quality and improved security functions. No compromise on functionality The 525/615/715 II series of A4 mono all-in-ones for small and medium-sized enterprises and public sector offices combines a compact, space-saving design with all the functionality and productivity features you would expect from a Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE device. These include a single pass, built-in ADF colour scanner; motion sensor; proximity card reader; Wi-Fi as standard; dedicated finisher; the latest Unified Firmware Platform (UFP); uniFLOW Online Express print and scan management; enhanced security; and embedded cloud software, which offers seamless integration with existing systems and remote print access. Reduced support The constantly evolving Unified Firmware Platform (UFP) reduces demand on IT resource by continually pushing the latest features and updates out to devices, ensuring that equipment remains fully functional and fully secure with minimal input from users. Organisations can rest assured that their investment is safe and that there is no need to change device fleets with every update. uniFLOW Online Express allows integrated cost tracking through visibility and control of the entire print infrastructure, making it easy for end-users proactively and easily to address the total cost of print. Time-saving measures As well as enjoying all the hardware and software benefits of the imageRUNNER Advance third generation, second edition portfolio, the devices are designed to be very easy to use. A 10.1-inch colour touchscreen and intuitive user interface give users a consistent, personalised experience across all devices in the portfolio, with customised displays, settings and functions to optimise and streamline workflows. The latest models also feature new all-in-one cartridge technology that enables users to remove and replace toners without having to call out a service engineer. Other useful features include a duplex printing capability from 60 to 120 gsm; a paper capacity of up to 650 sheets; and a 100-sheet multi-purpose tray supporting A4, A5, A5R, A6R and B5R paper sizes and envelopes in weights of 60 to 199 gsm. Security in-built Canon’s third generation, second edition imageRUNNER ADVANCE platform has a number of added and enhanced security functions that help maintain the confidentiality, accessibility and availability of information. These include: n HDD encryption as standard; n an easy and convenient solution for user authentication login at an MFP, which protects confidentiality and strengthens security credentials, even when printing from a mobile device; n the ability to disable specific functions at user level to prevent unauthorised distribution of sensitive information and to meet GDPR requirements; n Syslog data, which provides real-time security information about a device when integrated with a third-party SIEM solution, enabling real and potential security threats to be handled and managed swiftly and with a minimum of administration; n Digital certifications that automatically enable the encryption of data and verification of any documents created by a device; and n the availability of autonomous security certificate updates through enrolment with either Simple Certificate Enrolment Protocol (SCEP) or Network Device Enrolment Service (NDES). www.canon-europe.com Organisations can rest assured that their investment is safe and that there is no need to change device fleets with every update What we liked: • Enhanced security functions • 30% faster than legacy devices • Built-in cloud platform • New all-in-one cartridge technology • Customised displays, settings and functions Canon : imageRUNNER ADVANCE