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HP Photosmart C4580

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Brand HP 2008
Model Q8401A#ABA
Released Year 2008
Type Printers
Series Photosmart
Printing Technology Thermal Inkjet
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The HP Photosmart C4580 is an all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home and small office use, integrating printing, scanning, and copying functions into a compact unit. It utilizes HP's thermal inkjet technology with individual ink cartridges for four colors (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black) enabling high-quality photo and document printing. The device supports a maximum color print resolution up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi for photos, alongside standard black text printing resolution of up to 1200 dpi. It features a flatbed scanner with an optical resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi allowing detailed image scanning and document digitization. The HP Photosmart C4580 connects to computers via USB 2.0 port, offering straightforward connectivity but lacks wireless functions. It supports various media sizes and types, including standard letters, photo paper, envelopes, and cards with an input tray capacity around 80 sheets.

Specifications

MPN Q8401A#ABA
UPC 0883585944330, 0884420171027, 0883585944477
Model Photosmart C4580
Technology Inkjet
Connectivity USB 2.0
Output Type Color
Type All-In-One Printer
Product Line HP PhotoSmart
Weight Approx. 12.3 lbs
Height 6.38in
Width 17.09in
Max. Memory 32MB
Platform PC Products
Zoom Range, Reduction 50%,
Extend Printer Technology Thermal Inkjet
Installed RAM 32MB
Data Link Protocol Ethernet
Color White
Color Print Speed Up to 23pPM
Black Copying Speed Up to 7.7pPM
Scanner Shape Path-Through Scanner
Memory Card Compatibility MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick, xD Picture Card, Secure Digital (Sd)
Computer Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Home, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows Vista, Apple Mac OS X 10.4, Apple Mac OS X 10.5
Color Copy Speed Up to 7.7pPM
Form Factor Desktop
Media Type Envelopes, Inkjet Paper, Panoramic Media, Transparencies, Hp Premium Media, Photo Paper, Labels, Borderless Media, Plain Paper, Iron-On Transfers, Cards
Scanner Resolution 1200x2400DPI
Printers Special Features Borderless Printing
Max Resolution (Bw) 1200x1200DPI
Monthly Duty Volume 1000 Pages
Max Resolution (Color) 4800x1200DPI
Max Media Size A4 (210x297mm)
Black Print Speed 30ppm
Media Capacity 100 Sheets
Printing Technology Thermal Inkjet
Print Resolution Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi (color), 1200 dpi (black)
Print Speed Up to 20 ppm black, 14 ppm color (ISO)
Scanner Type Flatbed
Scanner Optical Resolution 1200 x 2400 dpi
Copying Yes, with up to 99 copies
Supported Media Sizes Letter, Legal, 4x6 in, 5x7 in, envelopes
Input Tray Capacity Approx. 80 sheets
Ink Cartridges 4 individual (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)
Display 2.36-inch color LCD
Dimensions 18.1 x 16.4 x 7.5 inches
Operating Systems Supported Windows XP/Vista/7, Mac OS X 10.4 or higher

Key Advantages

The HP Photosmart C4580 offers a versatile all-in-one functionality combining print, scan and copy, making it a convenient desktop office solution. Its high maximum photo print resolution produces vibrant and detailed images, suitable for casual photo printing. Individual ink cartridges help reduce replacement costs by allowing selective color changes, improving cost efficiency. The device supports borderless photo printing for up to 4x6 inches, enhancing photo output quality. Compact design with easy-to-use control panel offers user-friendly operation without occupying excessive space. The flatbed scanner provides good image quality for home scanning tasks, with a decent optical resolution for text and pictures.

Limitations

The HP Photosmart C4580 lacks wireless connectivity options, limiting flexible use in networked environments. Print speeds are relatively slow compared to newer model printers, especially in color and photo printing modes. The input paper tray capacity is modest, which may require frequent refilling during larger print jobs. It does not support automatic duplex (double-sided) printing, which reduces paper efficiency. The scan software and driver support are dated, given the device's age, potentially causing compatibility issues with modern operating systems. The printer uses individual ink cartridges but they tend to be costly and may run out quickly with frequent photo printing.

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