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HP LaserJet 1200

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Brand HP 2003
Model C7044A#401
Released Year 2003
Type Printers
Series Laserjet
Printing Technology Monochrome Laser
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The HP LaserJet 1200 is a monochrome laser printer designed for office environments requiring reliable, efficient printing.

It utilizes laser printing technology with a resolution of up to 600 x 600 dpi, providing sharp black-and-white prints.

The printer supports print speeds up to 16 pages per minute, suitable for moderate volume tasks.

Equipped with a standard 8 MB RAM, it processes print jobs efficiently through the HP JetDirect connectivity options including USB and parallel ports.

Its compact design includes a 250-sheet input tray and 100-sheet output bin, making it practical for small to medium offices.

The device operates on HP PCL 5e and PostScript 3 emulation printer languages, enabling compatibility with various document types.

Specifications

MPN C7044A#401
UPC 0725184632198
Model LaserJet 1200
Technology Laser
Connectivity Parallel (IEEE 1284), USB 1.0/1.1
Output Type Black & White
Type Workgroup Printer
Product Line HP LaserJet
Weight 22.24lb.
Depth 19.2in
Height 14in
Width 16.3in
Max. Memory 72MB
Platform M·A·C, PC Products, UNIX
Extend Printer Technology Laser
Duplex Printout Manual
Installed RAM 8MB
Data Link Protocol IEEE 1284, Parallel
Color White
Computer Operating System Apple Mac OS 7
Form Factor Desktop
Media Type Envelopes, Glossy Paper, Labels, Plain Paper
Max Resolution (Bw) 1200x1200DPI
Monthly Duty Volume 10000 Pages
Max Media Size Legal (216x356 Mm, 8.5x14in)
Black Print Speed 15ppm
First Page Out Time 10 Seconds
Printing Technology Monochrome Laser
Print Speed Up to 16 ppm (pages per minute)
Print Resolution 600 x 600 dpi
Memory 8 MB RAM
Input Capacity 250 sheets
Output Capacity 100 sheets
Supported Languages HP PCL 5e, PostScript 3 Emulation
Monthly Duty Cycle Up to 8,000 pages
Display LED indicators
Dimensions (W x D x H) 14.8 x 14.6 x 8.4 inches (37.5 x 37 x 21.3 cm)
Power Consumption Around 350 watts printing, 6 watts standby
Operating Systems Support Windows, Mac OS, Linux (via drivers)

Key Advantages

The HP LaserJet 1200 offers reliable monochrome laser printing with professional-quality output.

Its compact footprint saves office space while delivering consistent performance.

Supports multiple connectivity options including USB and parallel ports for easy integration.

Relatively fast print speeds at 16 ppm allow quick document handling.

Compatible with a range of operating systems due to PCL 5e and PostScript support.

Ease of use with straightforward controls and a simple paper loading mechanism.

Limitations

Limited to black and white printing; no color support available.

Modest memory of 8 MB can restrict handling of very large or complex print jobs.

Print resolution is capped at 600 dpi, less sharp than more recent models.

Lacks advanced connectivity options like Ethernet or wireless networking.

Maximum daily duty cycle is low compared to newer enterprise printers.

Does not support automatic duplex (double-sided) printing without manual intervention.

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