What Makes The HP LaserJet 3050 Printer Great?

by erin on April 13, 2010

The HP LaserJet 3050 printer can print, scan, copy, and fax. Together with genuine HP 12A toner, it is able to deliver all four functions even though it is compact and affordable. With a price tag of around $299, this device can be a very attractive for people who have small offices. We are going to take an in-depth look at each of its functions and see if it is the printer you are looking for.

Weighing at only 20.5 lbs, this multipurpose printer is lighter than most of its counterparts. Most laser printers that have the same functions weigh around 24-28 lbs. It takes up around 16.9 x 18.1 inches, which is about the size of a large microwave oven. Its size and weight is perfect for a small office.

It has a monthly duty cycle of 7000 pages, which is pretty much the same with other laser printers in its class. It is equipped with 64 MB memory that is able to deliver optimum performance. The large memory size is something that most of its counterparts do not have.

Copying speed is rated at around 18 pages per minute and its resolution can be as high as 600 x 600 dpi. It can enlarge a document 400% and reduce it to a maximum of 25%. The machine can be set to copy a maximum of 99 copies. The HP 3050 does not have a automatic duplexing feature, which is quite common for printers that cost below $400.

The scanner has a maximum optical resolution of 600 x 600 dpi. It uses a 24 bit color depth, which is the standard among standalone and new multifunctional devices. The scanning quality is comparable to standalone scanners.

The built-in fax machine uses a 33.6 Kbps modem to send data. The resolutions can rage from 203 x 98 dpi up to 300 x 300 dpi. It has memory capable of storing a maximum of 110 pages. An automatic redialing feature is also present on the device, which makes this machine a fully functional fax machine.

The HP LaserJet 3050 printer toner also has an input tray than can accommodate 250 sheets and an output tray that can hold 100 sheets. The input tray can also be used to feed envelopes, transparencies, and thick media. While the machine is operational, it can consume up to 290 Watts and if it is on standby is can go as low as 5 Watts.

The last and most important part of our review is the printing speed and cost. The HP LaserJet 3050 printer can print 18 pages per minute, which is slightly faster than other laser printers. A single toner cartridge can cost between up to $70 and it can print 2000 pages. This makes for an average printing cost of 3.5 cents, which is expensive when most laser printers can do it for 2 cents per page. However, there are some compatible toner cartridges online that are every affordable and give you the same performance as the original.

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