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Toshiba includes a browser-based network 
utility called TopAccess. Users access 
TopAccess by entering the IP address of the 
device into their standard web browser.  

 

There are 6 main tabs in the TopAccess utility, 
plus a hyperlink directly to the e-FILING 
function (jobs stored on the local HDD).  

 

Device:  

 

This displays the current status of the device, 
including paper levels, installed options and 
some other device information. Email 
notifications can be sent to up to three 
individuals when a device’s status changes; for 
example, when toner or paper runs out or 
when the device needs servicing.  

 

Jobs: 

 

This provides a list of jobs in the queue. 
Information includes; the type of job, the size 
of the job, when it was submitted and its 
current status. There is the ability to delete 
jobs but no method of promoting or pausing 
jobs in the queue.  

 

Logs: 

 

Here, users find a list of jobs that have been 
completed.  

 

Registration: 

 

From here, users can set up templates for 
network scanning. The system is well laid out, 
guiding users through the process.  

 

Counters (for service clicks): 

 

Printed pages are recorded in one set of 
counters.  There is also a separate counting/
charging mechanism for ‘scans’.  Both of the 
above counters break out totals and sub-totals 
for by page size (small or large).  The scan 
counter lists copies, network and fax scans.  
 
 

Administration: 

 

This includes a range of extra utilities that are 
restricted to administrator password use only.  
 

In Summary: 

 

The Toshiba e-STUDIO450 offers impressive 
functionality and a wide feature set for a 
workgroup MFP. Its ease of use from both the 
walkup and desktop user standpoint deserves 
praise, as will the design commonality 
between the device and other Toshiba digital 
office products.   
 
While the Toshiba e-STUDIO450 may not be 
the cheapest device in its sector, it is 
competitively priced and with no glaring 
weaknesses it should be a force to be 
reckoned with in its toughly fought sector.

 

Network Management 

TopAccess status monitor 

TopAccess template 

manager 

Summary of Contents for E-studio450

Page 1: ...sis Saddle stitch booklet maker Upgrade path looks pricey Restrictions apply when reprinting documents stored in e FILING document storage Maximum paper supplies could be higher Print upgrade kit must be bought before network scanning can be added Toshiba e STUDIO450 45ppm Copier Printer Scanner Fax The Toshiba e STUDIO450 is a 45ppm monochrome digital office device coming out of the box as a digi...

Page 2: ...design philosophy under the brand name e BRIDGE While the device ships with copy capability and upgrades to network print and scanning a matter of buying a plug in upgrade which switches on another aspect of the central controller board Fax still requires a separate upgrade kit which includes a 33 6kbps modem Toshiba s centralized e BRIDGE controller board is powered by a 266MHz 64 bit chip with 1...

Page 3: ...ide mounted which means that the unit can not be placed flush to a wall in case the duplex unit needs to be opened There is no feed roller provided within the fuser unit for the removal of paper meaning that users must get their hands close to the hot fuser rollers This design could do with improvement but is not critical Document Feeder A duplexing document feeder is an optional extra at 100 shee...

Page 4: ...d into one of the two USB ports on the device A key can be removed from one device and placed into another device in a matter of seconds switching the added functionality While this sounds like a good design feature it raises concerns about the keys becoming lost stolen or damaged The keys simply stick out of the side of the device and can easily be removed Toshiba advised BERTL when questioned ab...

Page 5: ...ING boxes can also be set up by individuals These boxes can be password protected adding a level of security for sensitive information Each box can be further divided into a maximum of 100 folders with storage for up to 400 documents per folder up to a maximum of 200 pages per document Copy to Box Copy jobs are stored in a box with or without creating a copy Jobs are stored in the proprietary RIP ...

Page 6: ... printing documents from a box some features are restricted These include Nin1 magazine sort cover sheet sheet insertion image rotation paper size Since one of the proposed uses for this technology is in the sharing and compilation of large reports from multiple users the inability to print Nin1 for thumbnail viewing of the project to date plus the inability to add cover or chapter sheet inserts c...

Page 7: ...el can be tilted from 5 degrees to 45 degrees which is a valuable feature providing easier access to wheelchair users section 508 compliance and lets users adjust the angle of the control panel to remove reduce the glare from overhead office lighting See images top right Another useful function on the Toshiba e STUDIO450 is the ability to store commonly used functions copy jobs scan jobs as templa...

Page 8: ... good because PostScript is often an optional purchasable item on rival devices The PCL6 Driver PCL6 is likely to be the most commonly installed driver it is well laid out guiding the user through the document production process It is split into five main tabs Setup We were pleased to see that all the major document settings are found on a single tab Settings include document size paper selection ...

Page 9: ...ut with an easy to follow guide to paper sizes and other layout options On some other units this has been confusing resulting in several failed attempts before the desired document was produced The Toshiba e STUDIO450 also allows users to specify a separate paper source for the booklet s cover pages Effect This allows users to add a watermark and or overlay data to a document Bandwidth Network ban...

Page 10: ...by creating a predefined template using the TopAccess browser based management utility Templates are stored under two filing systems A public folder is a shared template resource that is available to all users and is created and maintained by the administrator Up to 200 private template folders can be created These can be password protected and allow each office user to store up to 60 of their own...

Page 11: ...Jobs This provides a list of jobs in the queue Information includes the type of job the size of the job when it was submitted and its current status There is the ability to delete jobs but no method of promoting or pausing jobs in the queue Logs Here users find a list of jobs that have been completed Registration From here users can set up templates for network scanning The system is well laid out...

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