: Updates often contain refined algorithms that handle gradations and fine lines better, resulting in sharper black-and-white prints.

That day, I learned that "extra quality" in firmware isn't about adding fancy features. It’s about . By taking the time to find the correct, official update and applying it carefully, I saved the company the cost of a new machine and saved myself a very awkward meeting with a client.

For a machine manufactured between 2008 and 2012, the answer is a resounding .