Multifunction Devices and Laser Printers

Over the last seven years UWS has been in partnership with Ricoh Australia to supply and service our multifunction devices. In 2011 this contract ended and after going through a tender process, Fuji Xerox Australia will now be contracted to continue to assist UWS with reducing costs and ensuring that all UWS staff have access to quality printing, copying and scanning.

The University is moving away from stand alone laser printers and moving towards networked multifunction devices (MFDs).

Multifunction devices (MFDs) are capable of printing, copying, scanning and faxing documents all from one device. By combining these functions onto one device it saves output costs, space requirements and environmental impacts.

UWS, along with Fuji Xerox Australia, has made two models available for your office environment:

Since introducing MFDs the University has saved on servicing, consumables and print / copy costs.

IT Procurement manages all acquisitions of MFDs and their Print Managed Services Coordinator is available to give advice and recommendations on the best model to suit your office solution.

Invoices for Xerox Multifunction Devices are charged monthly through Bilmax to your cost centre, and include the rental for the MFD and a cost per copy for usage. The copy charge includes the toner and service maintenance for the MFD.

Fuji Xerox Multifunction Devices come with an onsite warranty for the life of the contract.

How do I get my consumables?

Printer consumables for your new Xerox Multifunction Device are ordered automatically when the printer reads that they are getting low. ITP monitors this in the background. You no longer have to worry about it!

Paper still needs to be ordered by your area. Paper supplies should be obtained from UWS Print Services, they offer a Xerox Carbon Neutral White A4 Bond. This brand is recommended as other brands may contain excessive amounts of paper dust or moisture which can lead to performance and maintenance issues that will then reduce the life of the MFD.

Quick reference guide

UWS and Fuji Xerox Australia have produced Quick Reference Guides for the two available models:

Need an MFD or Office Print Solution?

IT Procurement has adopted the motto "Don't be mean, go green" and encourages UWS to consider green technology solutions when buying or replacing equipment. Contact our Print Managed Services Coordinator, Simon Hedges, for advice and information on multifunction devices and greener office printing solutions.