HP LaserJet 4000n

Advantages: Excellent copies, duplex printing available, relatively inexpensive
Disadvantages: Cannot be purchased new any longer!

...It is an Hewlett Packard HP 4000TN! Whereas, the Brother is for small office and home use, this beast is definitely designed for medium to large office use. It is ethernet capable which allows it to be used by a network of computer users. I have run several HP printers, and have never been disappointed. So, when I purchased this one from a man running his own computer business company, I knew somewhat to expect. Page after page of quality printing ...
...a computer company specializing in HP machines. Having said that, I have not encountered any major problems. I know of one person who commented that they found difficulties only in the print process and that it seemed to be cutting off the bottom of the page. I have not found this problem. As it is an older machine, it does run off a parallel port. It comes with a folddown tray in the front allowing easy access for sheets or labels or envelopes ... Read review

Advantages: Reliable, network support, printing in bulk
Disadvantages: installation not for the weak

The HP LaserJet 4000n is the 'networked' version of the HP LaserJet 4000, meaning it has an extra card installed to connect to local area networks. Connecting the printer is relatively easy if you already have a home / business network, you just connect it to an unused hub-port. The standard 4000n NIC supports both DHCP and static IP. The HP LaserJet 4000n is an extremely reliable printer, once installed it will work forever and at low operating ...
...to your local hub. However, HP has an excellent helpdesk that provides free and excellent support to LaserJet users in most European countries. As the LaserJet 4000 is no longer produced by HP, most available products will be sold second-hand. Note, however, that this printer is extremely trustworthy and getting it cheap and used may be an excellent deal if you are planning to use it regulary. I reccomend this product *strongly* for home users ... Read review

Advantages: Quick, reliable and good quality
Disadvantages: Old now and only black and white

I have one of these as my printer and work, and have used the same model for many years. The printer does look dated now to be honest, as it is an older design, but it looks functional and has an LCD screen on the top of the printer that shows the menus and error messages. Below the screen is a green button to turn the printer on and offline and a couple of other buttons to navigate the simple to use menu. This is an A4 printer so will only print ...
...and the manual feed. There is an indicator on the outside of the paper tray to show how much paper is in the printer without removing the tray - very useful! As this is only a mono laser printer, naturally it only prints in black and white, it is very quick to print and the quality is very good. This printer is very easy to use, changing the cartridge is really easy too! So in summary, a good printer not manufactured anymore - but parts and consumables ... Read review

Advantages: Reliable, Bulk printing
Disadvantages: Non-straightforward installation

First things first: the HP LaserJet 4000 is one of the most reliable laser printers I have ever worked with. It is built solidly with a sizable drawer for paper. The quality of printouts is very good, even on economy paper. It makes minimal noise, is built compactly to save space and prints at a reasonable speed. Installing the printer might lead to difficulties, as the manual is not very descriptive. I have found the HP LaserJet helpdesk an excellent ...
...European countries to LaserJet users. Once the machine is connected, however, you can rely on it to work reliably. I have never experienced problems with these machines after the initial installation. As the LaserJet 4000 is no longer produced by HP, most available products will be sold second-hand. Note, however, that this printer is extremely trustworthy and getting it cheap and used may be an excellent deal if you are planning to use it regulary. ... Read review

Advantages: Reliability; specification dpi; trustworthy model; size
Disadvantages: Weight; installation difficulties a possibility

...Brief description: Compact, black-and-white Laserjet at 1200 dpi. Now discontinued, so ONLY available second-hand. CONTENTS: SUITABLE FOR // INSTALLATION // SPECIFICATION //USE // CONCLUSION -- SUITABLE FOR -- If you're looking for a second-hand printer, the HP LaserJet 4000n is generally good for home environments, especially those where a family has to share study space: it doesn't take up too much room on a desk, and the fact that the paper comes out the top means that you won't have your nice smooth copies smudging each other or spilling onto the floor. The HP LaserJet 4000n may also have a role to play in small business, but only if your company has a LAN connection (which many small businesses do not). -- INSTALLATION -- Do be aware that, since the product is discontinued, you may not always get the technical support you... Read review

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Advantages: Print Quality - Speed of Printing
Disadvantages: Printer Drivers - Settings - Style (looks terrible) - Consumables

...Well, I have just read Richards review and I cannot disagree more! Richard, you said you hadn't had time to fully determine the total effectiveness of the printer, well now it's a couple of months down the line, come back and let us know what you think! I work for an IT out sourcing company and we support the IT requirements of many medium to large corporations - one of which had just ordered a range of HP 2500n and HP 3500n printers throughout their UK offices (about 20 offices in total). We recommended the newer HP range as the company have used the old 4000 series LaserJet for years, and the staff are pretty familiar with them. Upon the first installation of a 2500n last year, we went ahead and popped one onto the network to backup their existing monochrome laser printer. Because of the large amount of users, we setup... Read review

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