Konica Minolta bizhub C368 review

Specify the scanner configuration before choosing a C368

The Konica Minolta bizhub C368 is an earlier US color laser multifunction platform with an A3/11 × 17-inch stationary scanner, copier and large-format printer. Its most consequential configuration choice sits above the scanner glass: neither of the two advertised automatic document feeders is included in the base machine.

The optional DF-629 reverses originals to capture their second sides. The optional DF-704 uses dual scanning, and is the configuration behind the 160-image-per-minute headline. Both hold up to 100 originals. A photograph with a feeder fitted does not establish which one a particular machine includes.

The base glass remains useful for large originals

The actual guide explicitly permits originals up to 11 × 17 inches/A3, including sheets, books and objects within its weight restriction. This makes the glass relevant to drawings, facing pages and originals that should not pass through rollers. Copies and color network scans do not depend on buying a feeder.

For computer delivery, the documented Ethernet SMB routine saves the converted file into a shared folder. Configure the machine's network address, destination, account and folder permissions. Select the actual color and scan-size settings; a higher resolution also creates more data and can lengthen transmission.

Network TWAIN is another separately documented computer route. Saving a scan to a USB memory device is different from connecting a computer by USB, so this assessment does not transfer the Ethernet scanner workflow into its USB printing plan.

Large paper support comes with source and material rules

The ordinary input comprises two 500-sheet trays and a 150-sheet bypass, totaling 1,150 sheets. The US original gives different maximum formats for the two trays, with the second extending to 12 × 18 inches. Do not treat the much larger advertised maximum capacity as an included supply of drawers.

Automatic print duplex is built in. The operating specification names A3 and 11 × 17-inch output among its supported formats and gives a separate 52–256 gsm duplex range. Bypass acceptance of heavier stock does not make that stock suitable for automatic two-sided handling.

Banner printing has a separate computer procedure and machine setting. Envelopes also require their instructed bypass handling and suitable storage; the guide warns that construction and environment can cause wrinkles or printing errors.

Confidential release is a genuine included desktop routine

The standard 250 GB hard disk distinguishes this machine from models that advertise held jobs only after a storage upgrade. In the Windows driver, select Secure Print, assign a document ID and password, and send the job. It remains in the Secure Print User Box until the panel receives the required credentials.

This is different from an administrator password, general user authentication or optional copy-protection markings. Set the deletion interval deliberately and understand the panel release procedure. Native AirPrint is named by the US brochure, but its network printing support is not credited with the desktop driver's confidential release workflow.

Fax, wireless and finishing change the installed system

Telephone fax needs the specified optional fax-board arrangement. Wireless LAN, booklet making, stapling, additional paper drawers and several OCR or file-format enhancements also have separate requirements. Read an installed accessory list rather than treating a long system feature menu as the contents of every C368.

The US sheet declares 36 ppm Letter color/black print/copy output, with size-dependent rates in the guide. Its 125,000-page monthly figure is maximum duty rather than a recommended workload. Verify supplies, compatible software and the electrical label, and allow considerably more space than the unit body for extended trays, the chosen scanner top and service access.