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Member since:16.08.2008
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Introduction
My office is using this printer for about 3 years. The first impression to me is the height of the printer. It's standing on the table and almost double the height of the other printers. As it is installed by the office IT personnel, so I can only provide you the information on the installation and setup, as well as the specs from the research of internet. But as a user, I can tell you the pro & cons about this printer.
Size: W20.5 x H24.8 x D 23.5 in Weight: 107.8 lb RAM: 256 MB Processor: 533 MHz Printing speed: 31ppm Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi Output: Duplex Paper tray (A4): 1 (Auto), capacity: 500 sheets Paper tray (A4): 1 (Manual) Auto paper selection available Media size: Max. Legal (8.5 x 14 in) including A4. Media types: Transparency, envelope (C5, DL), label, card, glossy card & recycle paper. Media weight: 60 to 220 gsm Standby Mode: Available Warranty: 1 year Price: $1,300 to $1,700 plus
Installation and Setup
According to my research, it is easy and straight forward. The Ethernet capability allows the printer to be integrated easily into LAN network without a server.
Black Q5950A (print up to 11,000 pages) Cyan Q5951A (print up to 10,000 pages) Yellow Q5952A (same as above) Magenta Q5953A (same as above) Price: $100 plus to $200 plus
The Pro
It has a large memory capability for print in thousand over copies easily just a click. Reliable and quality print for office included presentation slides. Fast speed even on duplex printing; Ink completely dried after printout, I know one of the HP model sometimes does not. The printer seldom got jammed if you handle paper properly. The LCD screen showed the balance of the toners. Changing of toner is quite easy. Toner is reliable and seldom have leakage problem.
The Cons
Inconvenience if you need an A3 printout as the printer does not support A3 printing. The warm up time seems takes longer than others. The auto tray can't pull out completely, difficulty in loading paper. If the paper jammed underneath (in the auto tray), it is quite difficult to clear it, so you have to fix the paper gentle and carefully. It is expensive in price and not worth for monochrome printing, will also reduce the lifespan of the other three color toners.
Conclusion
It is an idea for LAN printing in a business office with a wide range of media selection, reliable quality and faster speed. However, if you required for print media in A3 size, then it is not for you. It is also not a good idea for personal or graphic designer, as it is expensive in price and also not the best choice for the hi-resolution graphics due to the 600 dpi limitation.
Although it seldom got jammed, but if you are not fixing the media correctly, it may be a problematic and need to call technician for help. The correct selection of media type in the printer properties option will reduce the problem and make your printing smoothly.
Thanks for reading Jason G ~ 25 Sept 2008 (Original copy published on Ciao.com at same day)
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