Aficio SP C221N

Shared color output for everyone on the LAN is what the Ricoh Aficio SP C221N is built for, bringing network connectivity to the refined C221 chassis. It feeds on the same three cartridges as the rest of this compact family: black 406046, cyan 406047 and magenta 406048, up to 2,000 pages from each. Small-workgroup color printing, with the network doing the sharing and per-cartridge replacement keeping toner spending proportional to actual use.

One machine serving a whole team makes consumption predictable in a way scattered desktop printers never are: there is a single set of level readings to glance at, a single shelf of spares to manage, and a clear pattern — text-heavy teams burn black first while the colors coast. The C221N turns toner from a per-desk surprise into a small, plannable office routine.

Toner Cartridges for Aficio SP C221N

Cartridge	Color	Page Yield
406046 Black — single cartridge	Black	Up to 2,000 pages
406046 Black — 2-pack	Black	2,000 pages per cartridge
406046 Black — 3-pack	Black	2,000 pages per cartridge
406046 Black — 5-pack	Black	2,000 pages per cartridge
406047 Cyan — single cartridge	Cyan	Up to 2,000 pages
406048 Magenta — single cartridge	Magenta	Up to 2,000 pages

Which cartridge should you buy?

Steadier shared use argues for keeping black in depth. The 406046 comes as a single for quiet periods and in 2-, 3- and 5-packs for teams that print daily; every box holds the same 2,000-page cartridge, so choose by how much interruption you want to avoid. Cyan 406047 and magenta 406048 stay single-cartridge purchases, replaced as each color's turn comes. All are compatible replacements backed by a 1-year warranty, and returns are accepted for a full year.

Chip, toner and everyday use

Before the team sends a long job, a ten-second glance at the level display prevents the classic shared-printer stall. The chips report each cartridge separately, so you always know which color is next in line. If a fresh cartridge fails to register, pull it out and seat it again with firm, even pressure — recognition issues are almost always seating issues. Keep the spare black beside the machine, not across the building.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which cartridges does the Aficio SP C221N take?

The 406046 black, 406047 cyan and 406048 magenta, each rated for up to 2,000 pages — the standard set for this family.

Is the network model's toner different from the base C221's?

No. The N adds connectivity, nothing else changes: the cartridges are identical across the C221 and its network variant.

How do I know which color is running low?

Each cartridge's chip reports its own level to the printer, so the display names the color that needs replacing rather than showing a single vague warning.