The HP LaserJet 4100n printer using HP LaserJet 4100n toner is a printer that was introduced by HP in 2001. Therefore, the technology of this printer is not the newest available. However, the machine offers very dependable usage that is still being relied on in many offices. In fact, this printer is so popular that many users choose to replace their older machine with a refurbished printer of the same model.
The print speed of the 4100n is not all that high by the standards of today. It prints 24 ppm. The standard installed memory with this machine is 32 MB, which can be upgraded to 256 MB.
The printer paper tray is designed to hold 500 sheets. These sheets can range from the small A4 paper to a legal size sheet. The manual feed holds the same sized papers, but is also capable of feeding envelopes. Many types of media can be used in the printer.
One thing you will appreciate about this older printer is its high duty cycle. It is capable of 150,000 prints monthly. Reviewers often describe the printer as a workhorse.
The printer will warn you if it is running low on toner. Additionally, it uses the included Embedded Virtual Machine. Java programs can be ran and printed directly form this printer without using your computer.
Connection to your computer or network is available by either parallel or Ethernet connections. Of course, most printers today depend only on the Ethernet connection. There are drivers that are available for almost all Windows versions as well as the Mac OS. These drivers are included on a CD-ROM.
The computer is able to be configured using the LCD panel by pressing the control buttons. In addition the port for the network can be selected here. If you prefer, remote management from the computer is available.
HP included a smart print supplies system with this printer. It can be set to automatically e-mail your printer administrator when it is time for new supplies. The machine sends the administrator an e-mail. It can also automatically order its own toner and other supplies as needed from your vendor.
By opening the front panel of this machine you will find the reason it is so popular. This machine features metal parts rather than all plastic ones. While the metal parts add to the weight of the machine, they also keep it running when many newer machines have been thrown out with the trash. The high quality of this HP printer makes it one of the most popular printers for refurbishments.
With this older machine, you will find some features missing that have become standard on newer printers. There is no automatic duplex printing. The machine will not staple our prints. There is no wireless connection that users of laptops often prefer. However, purchasers of the HP LaserJet 4100n printer will be pleased at the dependable printer that is going to last for a long time even if it is used for high volume printing in your office.
Perhaps one of the reasons is the HP LaserJet 4100n Printer Toner Cartridge. Having HP cartridges print out every page with exceptional clarity is what HP owners expect. Professional results are obtained with the highest quality laser toner.