HP LaserJet 8100

Description: The HP LaserJet 8100 is a 32 ppm, monochrome workgroup laser printer.Compared to other monochrome workgroup lasers on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $235.This unit features 1200dpi.

Pros: At 1100 sheets, without optional media trays, the HP LaserJet 8100 can handle more printouts without refilling than would many comparable printers.

Cons: This laser printer does not support two-sided printing.

Suitability: A monochrome workgroup laser printer, suited for high volume document printing.This printer can handle A3 (11.7 in x 16.5 in) documents.

Value: Given its very inexpensive price, this laser printer has great features for the money.

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• Manufacturer: HP
• Part Number: C4214A

• General

• Printer Type Workgroup printer - Laser - Monochrome
• Form Factor Stationary
• Width 20.5 in
• Depth 21.3 in
• Height 22.3 in
• Weight 119 lbs
• Enclosure Color White
• Localization English

• Printer

• Print Speed up to 32 pages/min - B/W
• Connectivity Technology Wired
• Interface Parallel
• Max Resolution ( B&W ) 1200 dpi x 1200 dpi
• PostScript Support Standard
• Language Simulation PCL 6, PCL 5E, PostScript 2
• Fonts Included 110 x TrueType
• Printer Features Optional duplex

• Processor

• Processor VR4300 166 MHz

• RAM

• RAM Installed ( Max ) 16 MB / 208 MB (max)
• Technology SDRAM - DIMM 100-pin

• Media Handling

• Media Path Type Curved, Straight
• Media Type Envelopes, Plain paper, Transparencies
• Max Media Size (Custom) 11.7 in x 16.5 in
• Media Sizes A3 (11.7 in x 16.5 in), A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), B4 (9.83 in x 13.9 in), B5 (6.93 in x 9.83 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Executive (7.25 in x 10.5 in), Ledger B Size (11 in x 17 in), Letter A Size (8.5 in x 11 in)
• Envelope Sizes International B5 (6.93 in x 9.83 in)
• Total Media Capacity 1100 sheets
• Media Feeder(s) 1 x Autoload - 100 sheets - A3 (11.7 in x 16.5 in), 2 x Autoload - 500 sheets - A3 (11.7 in x 16.5 in)
• Max Sheets in Multi-Part Form 100

• Duty Cycle

• Monthly Duty Cycle 150000 pages
• Cartridge / Printhead Included Qty 1

• Telecom

• Modem None

• Networking

• Networking None

• Scanner

• Type None

• Copier

• Copier Type None

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Expansion Bays Total (Free) None
• Expansion Slots Total (Free) 3 ( 3 ) x Memory - DIMM 100-pin, 3 ( 3 ) x EIO
• Interfaces None
• Connections 1 x Parallel - IEEE 1284 (EPP/ECP) - 36 pin mini-Centronics

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included 1 x Printer cable
• Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista

• Power

• Power Device Power supply - Integrated
• Voltage Required AC 220/240 V ± 10%
• Power Consumption Operational 710 Watt
• Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 32 Watt
• Compliant Standards EPA Energy Star

• Software / System Requirements

• Software Included Drivers & Utilities
• OS Required IBM OS/2, Microsoft DOS, Novell IntranetWare, Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Microsoft Windows NT 3.51

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year - On-site

• Environmental Parameters

• Min Operating Temperature 50 °F
• Max Operating Temperature 90.5 °F
• Humidity Range Operating 20 - 80%
• Sound Emission 59 dBA

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Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.hp.com