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HP Deskjet 5850

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Brand HP 2002
Model C8975A
Released Year 2002
Type Printers
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The HP Deskjet 5850 is an inkjet printer designed primarily for home and small office use. It supports both black and color printing with a maximum print resolution of 1200 x 600 dpi. Connectivity is provided through a parallel port interface, compatible with a wide range of operating systems including Windows and Mac OS. The printer uses HP 56 and 57 ink cartridges, offering reliable print quality. It has a compact design with input and output trays supporting up to 125 sheets and 75 sheets respectively. Its print speed is approximately 12 pages per minute (ppm) for black text and 8 ppm for color output.

Specifications

MPN C8975A
UPC 0808736719100
Model Deskjet 5850
Technology Inkjet
Connectivity Wireless, USB 1.0/1.1, USB 2.0
Output Type Color
Type Standard Printer, Personal Printer
Weight Approx. 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)
Depth 9.8in
Height 6.62in
Width 17.93in
Max. Memory 16MB
Platform M·A·C, PC Products
Duplex Printout Standard Printer
Extend Printer Technology Thermal Inkjet
Installed RAM 16MB
Data Link Protocol IEEE 802.11b, Ethernet
Color Print Speed Up to 15pPM
Computer Operating System Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows 98, Apple Mac OS 9, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition, Microsoft Windows 98sec. Edition, Apple Mac OS 8, Apple Mac OS X
Form Factor Desktop
Networking Type Print Server
Media Type Envelopes, Banners, Transparencies, Photo Paper, Labels, Plain Paper, Iron-On Transfers, Cards
Printers Special Features Borderless Printing
Max Resolution (Bw) 1200x1200DPI
Monthly Duty Volume 5000 Pages
Max Resolution (Color) 4800x1200DPI
Max Media Size Legal (216x356 Mm, 8.5x14in)
Black Print Speed 21ppm
Media Capacity 150 Sheets
Release Date September, 2003
Printer type Inkjet
Print resolution 1200 x 600 dpi
Print speed (black) Up to 12 ppm
Print speed (color) Up to 8 ppm
Interface Parallel port
Maximum paper input capacity 125 sheets
Maximum paper output capacity 75 sheets
Supported ink cartridges HP 56 (black), HP 57 (color)
Dimensions (W x D x H) 18.5 x 8.3 x 5.7 inches (47 x 21 x 14.5 cm)
Color printing Supported
Duplex printing No
Special features Separate color and black ink cartridges
Discontinued Yes

Key Advantages

The HP Deskjet 5850 is known for its easy setup and user-friendly operation, making it accessible to non-technical users. It offers high-quality color printing suitable for documents and photos. The printer provides good compatibility with multiple systems and applications. Its relatively compact footprint saves desk space in small office environments. The use of separate ink cartridges allows economical replacement of only the depleted color or black ink. Additionally, the print resolution supports detailed image output for various printing needs.

Limitations

As a legacy model, the HP Deskjet 5850 supports only a parallel port interface, lacking modern USB connectivity options. It does not support wireless printing, limiting flexibility in network environments. The print speeds and resolution, while adequate for its time, are lower compared to today's printers. Ink cartridge availability may be limited due to discontinuation, affecting long-term maintenance. No scanning or copying functions are integrated, restricting it to printing only. Moreover, it lacks advanced features like duplex printing and borderless photo printing.

FAQ

The HP Deskjet 5850 uses HP 56 (black) and HP 57 (color) ink cartridges.

No, it only supports a parallel port connection and does not have USB support.

No, this model has been discontinued and is no longer produced by HP.

Yes, it supports color printing with sufficient resolution for home photo printing.

It prints approximately 12 pages per minute in black and 8 pages per minute in color.

No, the HP Deskjet 5850 does not support automatic duplex (double-sided) printing.

It supports legacy Windows versions and Mac OS systems contemporary to its release, though modern compatibility may be limited.

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