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HP Photosmart A716

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Brand HP 2006
Model Q7101A#ABA
Released Year 2006
Type Printers
Series Photosmart
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The HP Photosmart A716 is an all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home and small office use, combining printing, scanning, and copying functions in one compact device. It operates using thermal inkjet technology, providing color and black-and-white print capabilities up to a resolution of 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi. The printer supports USB connectivity for easy connection to a single computer and features a built-in flatbed scanner with an optical resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi. It handles various media types including plain paper, photo paper, envelopes, and labels with support for sizes up to Legal (8.5 x 14 inches).

The device employs HP 57 series ink cartridges designed to optimize output quality and color vibrancy. It supports multiple printing languages such as PCL3 GUI and HP's proprietary printer control languages. The Photosmart A716 comes with an intuitive front panel including an LCD display to manage print jobs and scanner functions. Its compact design conserves space while providing versatile functionality compatible with Windows and Mac OS operating systems.

Specifications

MPN Q7101A#ABA
UPC 0882780515864
Model Photosmart A716
Technology Inkjet
Connectivity USB 2.0
Output Type Color
Type Digital Photo Printer
Product Line HP PhotoSmart
Weight Approx. 11 pounds
Depth 4.6in
Height 5in
Width 9.9in
Max. Memory 96MB
Platform M·A·C, PC Products
Extend Printer Technology Thermal Inkjet
Installed RAM 96MB
Direct Printing Capabilities Print Photos Without a PC
Color Print Speed Up to 39 Min/Page
Computer Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Home, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition, Microsoft Windows 98sec. Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Pro X64, Apple Mac OS X
Memory Card Compatibility MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick, MiniSD, xD Picture Card, CompactFlash Type I, Secure Digital (Sd)
Form Factor Desktop
Networking Type Wireless Network Adapter (Optional)
Media Type Photo Paper, Index Cards
Printers Special Features Borderless Printing
Max Resolution (Bw) 1200x1200DPI
Panel Color LCD
Max Resolution (Color) 4800x1200DPI
Max Media Size 4x6.5in
Internal Hard Drive Size 4GB
Black Print Speed 1.5 Min/Page
Media Capacity 20 Sheets
Printer Type All-in-one inkjet printer
Print Technology Thermal inkjet
Maximum Print Resolution 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi (color)
Scan Resolution (Optical) 1200 x 2400 dpi
Functionality Print, scan, copy
Supported Operating Systems Windows, Mac OS
Paper Input Capacity 80 sheets (plain paper)
Media Sizes Supported Letter, Legal, 4 x 6 inch, envelopes
Media Types Supported Plain paper, photo paper, envelopes, labels, cards
Ink Cartridges HP 57 black and tri-color
Display 2-line LCD
Dimensions (WxDxH) 17.2 x 12.1 x 6.8 inches
Power Requirements 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Print Languages PCL3 GUI
Scanning Type Flatbed scanner
Copying Yes, basic copy functionality

Key Advantages

The HP Photosmart A716 offers multifunctionality in a single device, reducing the need for multiple machines. Its high-resolution printing capability ensures sharp, vibrant photos and documents suitable for professional use. The integrated flatbed scanner allows efficient document digitization without extra equipment. USB connectivity streamlines installation and use, compatible with most home and office computer systems. The device supports a variety of media types, increasing its versatility for diverse printing needs. Its relatively compact and lightweight design makes it easy to place in limited office spaces.

Limitations

The Photosmart A716 supports only USB connectivity, lacking wireless or Ethernet options common in newer devices. Printing speed is modest compared to contemporary printers, making it less suitable for high-volume environments. The ink cartridge system, although effective, can be costly and requires frequent replacements when printing photos extensively. There is no automatic document feeder, which limits scanning and copying efficiency for multi-page documents. The maximum paper input tray capacity is small, requiring frequent refills during large print jobs. Additionally, it lacks support for modern mobile printing standards such as AirPrint or Google Cloud Print.

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