HP Introduces LaserJet 5000 Family of Wide-Format Printers

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HP, a leader in printer technology, has released the LaserJet 5000 family of wide-format printers, replacing the HP LaserJet 4V and 4MV series printers. The new printers, equipped with a 100MHz processor, boast a 16 page-per-minute (ppm) print speed and 1,200 dots-per-inch (dpi) print resolution. Designed for corporate workgroups, the LaserJet 5000 printers integrate several innovative technologies from the HP LaserJet 4000 series, aiming to lower the total cost of ownership (TCO) for workgroups requiring versatile paper handling, fast, high-quality printing, and simple network manageability.

Key Takeaways:

  • The HP LaserJet 5000 family of printers offers a 16 ppm print speed and 1,200 dpi print resolution.
  • The printers integrate several innovative technologies, including an instant-on fuser, HP FastRes 1200 technology, and enhanced input/output (EIO) architecture.
  • The duplex option enables two-sided printing on sheet sizes up to 11-inch by 17-inch.
  • The printers provide users with flexible paper handling options, including up to four input trays and a maximum page capacity of 1,100 sheets.
  • The LaserJet 5000 family is designed to meet the needs of CAD and desktop-publishing professionals.
  • The printers integrate several key performance enhancements, including the HP FastRes 1200 technology and enhanced EIO architecture.
  • The LaserJet 5000 family of printers offers powerful software suites, including Internet installer and Web JetAdmin 3.0, to simplify network management.
  • The printers feature HP UltraPrecise toner cartridges, ensuring consistent imaging for 1,200 dpi printing.
  • The cartridges have a 10,000-page capacity, reducing cost per page up to 17%.
  • The LaserJet 5000 family of printers emulates the Adobe PostScript Level 2 language and features HP JetSend technology for device-to-device communications.

Statistics:

  • Print speed: 16 page-per-minute (ppm)
  • Print resolution: 1,200 dots-per-inch (dpi)
  • Paper handling options: up to four input trays and a maximum page capacity of 1,100 sheets
  • Cartridge capacity: 10,000 pages
  • Cost reduction: up to 17% per page
  • Processor: 100MHz
  • RAM: 4-12MB

Sources:

  • "HP Introduces LaserJet 5000 Family of Wide-Format Printers," HP Website, http://www.hp.com.