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HP PhotoSmart A524

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Brand HP 2007
Model PhotoSmart A524
Released Year 2007
Type Printers
Series Photosmart
Printing Technology Inkjet
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The HP PhotoSmart A524 is a multifunction inkjet printer designed specifically for photo printing and basic office use.

It features a 4-ink system to improve color reproduction accuracy and print quality.

The device supports borderless photo printing at sizes up to 4 x 6 inches, ideal for home photo enthusiasts.

Connectivity includes a USB 2.0 port allowing for direct connection to computers.

The printer integrates an LCD display and control panel for easy operation and navigation.

Its print resolution can reach up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi for photo prints.

Specifications

Product Line HP PhotoSmart
UPC 0628586869431
Type Digital Photo Printer
Technology Inkjet
Output Type Color
Connectivity USB 2.0
Model PhotoSmart A524
Device Type Printer
Printing Technology Inkjet
Functions Print Only
Print Resolution Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi (color), 600 x 600 dpi (black)
Ink System 4-ink system (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
Photo Printing Yes, borderless up to 4 x 6 inches
Print Speed Up to 23 ppm (black draft), up to 16 ppm (color draft)
Display 2.36-inch LCD display
Supported OS Windows XP, Vista, Mac OS 10.3 - 10.4
Dimensions (WxDxH) 16.6 x 13.7 x 6.7 inches
Weight 6.6 lbs
Power Consumption Approx. 24 watts printing
Paper Handling Input tray up to 60 sheets, photo tray support
Borderless Printing Yes
Discontinued Yes

Key Advantages

The HP PhotoSmart A524 offers excellent photo print quality with vivid colors and sharp details.

Its compact design helps save desk space in home office environments.

Borderless photo printing enhances the visual appeal of photographs without unwanted borders.

Easy-to-use control panel and LCD screen simplify user interaction and job management.

Relatively low noise operation adds to user comfort during printing tasks.

Consumables such as ink cartridges are widely available and affordable.

Limitations

The print speed is relatively slow compared to modern multifunction printers.

No built-in wireless or network connectivity limits flexibility in sharing the device.

It lacks advanced scanning resolution and copy features found in high-end multifunction printers.

Ink consumption tends to be higher for photo prints, increasing operational cost over time.

Limited functionality for documents other than photos reduces versatility.

Driver and software support may be limited on latest operating systems due to product age.

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