Reviews of the HP Color LaserJet 2605dtn
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CNET Review
The Good: The HP Color LaserJet 2605dtn shows excellent color and monochrome print quality, has a built-in photo card reader and duplexer, and is reasonably priced.
The Bad: The menu system is difficult to navigate, paper input is limited to 500 sheets, and software could be more small-office friendly.
The Bottom Line: The HP 2605dtn has some flaws, but it prints color cheaply and well enough for small offices, individuals, and small corporate workgroups.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 71/100 and users 73/100. Comparing these reviews to 210835 other Printers reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 100/100 = Excellent.
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macworld.co.uk
Review Summary: While the HP 2605dtn may not be the fastest colour laser printer, its print quality, expanded paper handling options, built-in duplexing capabilities, networking, and low price make for quite a bargain.
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maclife.com
Review Summary: . The 2605dtn is a complete package for the price. Save some cash for the toner, though.
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macworld.com
Review Summary: While not exactly a speed demon, the 2605dtn finished most tests (10-page Microsoft Word, 22MB Photoshop, and four-page PDF) in roughly the middle of the pack compared to other color lasers we've recently tested. The printed output was of very good ...
Manufacturer: HP
Part number: Q7823A
General
- Printer Type Workgroup printer - Laser - Color
- Width 16 in
- Depth 17.8 in
- Height 19.4 in
- Weight 52 lbs
- Localization English / United States
Printer
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Interface USB, Ethernet 10/100Base-TX
- Max Resolution ( B&W ) 600 dpi x 600 dpi
- Max Resolution ( Color ) 600 dpi x 600 dpi
- Image Enhancement Technology HP ImageREt 2400
- Duplex Printout Duplex
- PostScript Support Included
- First Print Out Time B/W 20 sec
- First Print Out Time Color 20 sec
- Language Simulation PCL 6, PCL 5E, PostScript 3
- Fonts Included 80 x TrueType
- Printer Features HP ColorSphere Toner
- Media Handling Priority feed tray, 250-sheet input tray, 250-sheet multipurpose tray
Processor
- Processor Motorola ColdFire 5e 300 MHz
RAM
- RAM Installed ( Max ) 64 MB / 320 MB (max)
- Technology SDRAM
Card Reader
- Type Card reader
- Supported Flash Memory Cards Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, SmartMedia Card, xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick Pro, CompactFlash Card type I, CompactFlash Card type II
Media Handling
- Media Type Cards, Labels, Envelopes, Bond paper, Plain paper, Glossy paper, Recycled paper, Transparencies, Color laser paper, Glossy photo paper
- Max Media Size (Custom) 8.5 in x 14 in
- Media Sizes 3 in x 5 in, Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Executive (7.25 in x 10.5 in), Letter A Size (8.5 in x 11 in)
- Envelope Sizes Com-10 (4.13 in x 9.5 in), Monarch (3.87 in x 7.5 in)
- Media Weight 60 g/m2 - 220 g/m2
- Total Media Capacity 500 sheets
- Media Feeder(s) 1 x Autoload - 250 sheets - Legal (8.5 in x 14 in) weight: 60 g/m2 - 220 g/m2, 1 x Autoload - 250 sheets - Legal (8.5 in x 14 in) weight: 60 g/m2 - 163 g/m2
- Max Media Capacity 500 sheets
- Output Trays Capacity 125 sheets
Duty Cycle
- Monthly Duty Cycle 35000 pages
Telecom
- Modem None
Networking
- Networking Print server - Integrated
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Data Link Protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet
- Network / Transport Protocol TCP/IP
- Remote Management Protocol HTTP, SNMP 1
Scanner
- Type None
Copier
- Copier Type None
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Bays Total (Free) None
- Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 ( 1 ) x CompactFlash Card - Type I/II, 1 ( 1 ) x Memory Stick, 1 ( 1 ) x SD Memory Card, 1 ( 1 ) x SmartMedia Card, 1 ( 1 ) x xD-Picture Card, 1 ( 1 ) x Memory - DIMM 100-pin
- Connections 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type B, 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45
- Compatible Slots None
Miscellaneous
- Consumables Included 1 x Toner cartridge ( Black ) - up to 2500 pages, 1 x Toner cartridge ( Cyan ) - up to 2000 pages, 1 x Toner cartridge ( Magenta ) - up to 2000 pages, 1 x Toner cartridge ( Yellow ) - up to 2000 pages
- Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
Power
- Power Device Power supply - Internal
- Power Consumption Operational 260 Watt
- Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 18 Watt
Software / System Requirements
- Software Included Drivers & Utilities
- OS Required Microsoft Windows 2000, Apple MacOS X 10.2 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
Environmental Standards
- EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 59 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 90.5 °F
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