Overview & Positioning

The Xerox Phaser 6360 is a high-performance colour laser printer engineered for workgroup or departmental use. It combines fast colour printing, a strong controller, and flexible media handling to serve shared office environments with moderate to heavy print demands.

The 6360 is designed to be “built to be shared” — with network capabilities, large paper capacity, and options for significant expansion. Its duty cycle and performance make it suitable for medium-sized businesses that need consistent, high-quality colour output without moving to large production machines.

Key Specifications & Features

Print Performance

• Speed: Rated for up to 40 ppm (colour and black). Some sources (resellers) mention up to 42 ppm under certain conditions.

• First Page Out: As fast as 9 seconds for colour.

• Resolution: Maximum print resolution of 2400 × 600 dpi for high-quality text and graphics.

• Processor / Controller: 1 GHz PowerPC processor. 

• Memory: Standard 256 MB, expandable up to 1 GB.

• Page Description Languages: Supports Adobe PostScript 3 and PCL 5c. 

Paper Handling

• Standard Input: 150-sheet multipurpose tray; 550-sheet main tray.

• Maximum Capacity: Up to 2,350 sheets with optional trays (up to 5 trays).

• Supported Media Types: Plain paper, glossy, card stock, transparencies, envelopes, labels, custom sizes including banner up to 216 × 914 mm. 

• Two-sided Printing: Auto-duplex available on some models (DN, DT, DX).

• Output Capacity: 250-sheet output tray.

Duty Cycle & Reliability

• Duty Cycle: Rated for 100,000 pages/month.

• Usage Management: Supports Xerox’s Usage Analysis Tool for tracking print jobs, usage, and cost accounting. 

• Diagnostic / Support: Incorporates PhaserSMART™ online troubleshooting and alerting.

Connectivity & Manageability

• Network: Built-in 10/100Base-TX Ethernet; USB 2.0; optional add-ons (e.g., extra trays). 

• Web Management: CentreWare IS embedded web server allows remote management.

• Alerts: Email alert support (e.g., for toner low) via embedded software.

• Advanced Features: Booklet printing, poster printing, negative/mirror image, scaling, watermark, N-up, custom-size pages, covers, separators.

Physical & Environmental Specs

• Dimensions: ~429 mm (W) × 580 mm (D) × 513 mm (H).

• Weight: About 35 kg.

• Operating Conditions: Recommended temperature: 10–32°C; storage: 0–35°C.

Consumables

The Phaser 6360 uses colour toner cartridges; here are some notable ones:

• Xerox Phaser 6360 Toner Cartridges (CMYK) — Full set of four toner cartridges.

• Black Standard: Part 106R01217, yield ~9,000 pages.

• Cyan Standard: Part 106R01214, yield ~5,000 pages.

• Magenta Standard: Part 106R01215, yield ~5,000 pages.

• Yellow Standard: Part 106R01216, yield ~5,000 pages. 

• Also supports high-capacity toners: up to ~12,000–18,000 pages for some colours.

Performance & Real-World Use

Print & Productivity

• With a 1 GHz CPU, decent memory, and 40 ppm speed, the 6360 handles complex and high-volume jobs efficiently. 

• According to CRN’s review, in “fast mode” it prints very quickly, but image quality defaults may be slightly lower; “enhanced” mode boosts quality.

• Its first-page-out time (9 s) helps reduce wait time for users with small jobs.

Media & Versatility

• Supports a wide variety of paper types and weights, including glossy, heavy card, transparencies, envelopes, and banner-size.

• The multipurpose tray (Tray 1) supports long media up to 914 mm (36 in), useful for banners or custom signage.

• Optional high-capacity feeders make it scalable: with extra trays, paper input can reach 2,350 sheets — ideal for busy print environments.

Reliability & Maintenance

• The duty cycle of 100,000 pages/month indicates it's built for heavy usage.

• PhaserSMART and embedded web server make it manageable for IT, simplifying maintenance and alerts.

• Maintenance (toner replacement, possible drum or imaging unit) is relatively straightforward; genuine Xerox supplies help ensure reliability.

Efficiency & Security

• Automatic duplex (on some models) saves paper and cost.

• Job accounting and usage tracking via Xerox’s Usage Analysis Tool help control and audit usage.

• Print languages including PS and PCL ensure compatibility with design apps, business apps, and user environments.

Business Use & Deployment Fit

Where It Excels

• Medium-to-large workgroups: For teams that need high-speed colour printing, robust media capabilities, and reliable performance.

• Shared departmental printer: With large paper capacity and network features, it works well in a print room or shared area.

• High-volume colour jobs: Suitable for internal reports, presentations, marketing materials, and more.

• Cost control environments: Use of usage tracking, high-capacity toners, and duplex printing helps manage running costs.

Potential Drawbacks

• Toner cost: Colour toners (especially high capacity) can be expensive; page cost needs to be calculated based on your volume.

• Footprint: With added trays, the machine can get large; needs sufficient space.

• Power consumption: As a high-performance colour laser, it may use more power during operation.

• Memory limit: While expandable, very complex or very high-resolution jobs may strain standard memory if not upgraded.

Strengths & Weaknesses – Summary

Strengths:

• High-speed colour printing (40 ppm) for both colour and mono.

• Very powerful controller (1 GHz) for handling complex print jobs.

• Expandable paper capacity and support for many media types.

• Strong network and management features (Usage Analysis, CentreWare) for shared environments.

• Compact first-page-out time and flexible print languages.

Weaknesses:

• Colour toners can be pricey.

• Large size when fully outfitted with trays.

• Possibly high energy usage during peak use.

• Without full memory, very heavy or graphics-intensive jobs may be slower.

Deployment & Procurement Recommendations

1. Match your toner strategy: If your office prints a high volume of colour, using high-capacity toners will lower your cost per page.

2. Plan paper trays: Use the optional 550-sheet or 1100-sheet feeder to maximize paper capacity.

3. Manage usage: Enable usage tracking and job accounting so you can monitor printing activity by department or user.

4. Optimize driver settings: Default to duplex and appropriate quality modes (draft vs normal) to save resources.

5. Tune for media mix: Use the MPT (multipurpose tray) for specialised stocks (labels, envelopes, banners) and main trays for plain paper.

6. Maintenance stock: Keep spare toners (standard + high yield) to avoid downtime; schedule regular cleaning or maintenance.

7. Secure your deployment: Use embedded features for job storage, user authentication, and secure job handling if printing sensitive documents.

Final Verdict

The Xerox Phaser 6360 is a workgroup-class colour laser printer that delivers a compelling mix of speed, performance, and reliability. For businesses that need fast A4 colour output, scalable paper capacity, and strong network integration, it’s a very capable choice. However, users should account for ongoing toner cost and space when configuring it for busy print environments.

✅ Recommended if:

• You need a shared colour printer for a team or department.

• You print a mix of graphics, reports, and text in moderate-to-high volume.

• You want good media flexibility and solid management tools.

⚠ Consider alternatives if:

• Your colour volume is very low (mono may be cheaper).

• You have very tight office space or power constraints.

• You need a newer model with more energy efficiency or lower running cost per page.